235: Empowering the African Diaspora to Pursue a Life Abroad, Hip Hop From the Bronx to the World, and Building “Blaxit Global” with Chrishan Wright

<p>Chrishan Wright takes us on her journey growing up in the Bronx during the golden era of hip hop, then traveling the world, and eventually deciding to move to Lisbon, Portugal.  Matt and Chrishan talk about the origins of hip hop in the Bronx, its political impact, and its proliferation around the world.  Chrishan then explains the “Blaxit” movement, and describes how her brand “Blaxit Global” empowers the African Diaspora to pursue a life abroad.  She reflects on what she has learned from her guests, and she also shares tips on how she grew her audience, built her brand, and monetized her business.  Matt and Chrishan share travel stories from New Zealand, Portugal, Colombia, Angola, Ghana, and Tanzania.  Chrishan then reflects on how long she intends to stay in Portugal, why she chose it as her base, and what travel means to her today.  FULL SHOW NOTES AVAILABLE AT: <a href= "http://www.TheMaverickShow.com">www.TheMaverickShow.com</a></p>