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Tawnya gives her random thoughts on the Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard case while doing a live test run using Streamyard for the first time.  Have you been watching the trial? Based on the evidence, who do you think will win the case JD or AH?  Leave a comment and let me know your thoughts.  #JohnnyDepp #AmberHeard          Theme Song: “Crazy” by Gnarls Barkley (2006) https://youtu.be/ZrbOR1nLkYU  ~Connect with Tawnya~ Website: www.thetsidepodcast.com  Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com  IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast  Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCColuQcYSHzIHnocTv8xl4Q    May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  Here is a list of places to reach out if you need help: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 National Alliance on Mentally Ill (NAMI)  1-800-950-NAMI (6264) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside   BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside       For Immediate Help call or chat: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255(HELP) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org      Music Credit: Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/moonshine  License code: CLLG3CKDVR5CDSSM

I missed you!  Did you miss me? Lol  I am hopping on to give a quick update since I haven’t released an episode in about a month. Life has been taking a toll on me!  In this brief update I talk about Black History Month, Heart Health Month, give an update on what’s been going on in my world with a bonus “Does That Make Me Old?” moment, give an update on the podcast, and give some recommendations on shows and movies to watch.  I will be back with new episodes in April, but in the meantime, catch up on previous episodes and share your favorite episodes with someone else.  Please send me any recommendations about what you want/don’t want to see in future episodes.  Let me know how the background music sounds in this episode?  I can be reached by email at thetsidepodcast@gmail.com or on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.           Connect with Tawnya: Website: www.thetsidepodcast.com  Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com  IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast  Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside   BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside       For Immediate Help call or chat: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255(HELP) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org    Music Credit: Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/moonshine  License code: CLLG3CKDVR5CDSSM

Have you ever thought about going to therapy, but only heard horror stories from other people that went?  If so, this episode is for you.  This episode is being dual released in conjunction w/ ShaVanna Spratt, host of Da Hood Talks Podcast.  Last year she reached out to me about partnering with her in her new series called “Da Hood Heals” where she brings different experts on to talk about therapy and the importance of mental health particularly in communities of color.  We agreed that while people often talk about going to therapy and seeking mental health treatment, we don’t tell you HOW to do it.  So we decided to start with the basics.  I’m going to break the episode down into two different episodes, but if you want to watch the full video, you can find it on her Youtube page here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNBgw_oB6UB1O6E2Mq6b6Ag.  In this episode we discuss stigmas associated with therapy, debunk some myths and explain the different types of counselors.   Next week we will talk about identifying emotions.   Have you ever been to therapy?  Did you find it helpful or did you have your own horror story?  We’d love to hear from you. You can leave us a message at www.thetsidepodcast.com    Theme Song: “Therapy” by Mary J. Blige (2014)  Mary J. Blige - Therapy (1 Mic 1 Take) Connect with Vanna: Website: www.dahoodtalks.com Email: dahoodtalks@gmail.com    Connect with Tawnya: Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com  IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast  Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside   BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     For Immediate Help call or chat: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255(HELP) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org    Therapy Resources:  https://therapyforblackgirls.com/  https://therapyforblackmen.org/  Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   

What exactly is an Enneagram, you ask?  I had the same question so I looked it up and found out that it’s a personality typification system, similar to other popular tests you may have heard of, but much more detailed.  This week I talk with certified Enneagram Coach, Misty Escobar, and have her explain exactly what an Enneagram is and how it can be used to help you with your personal transformation and growth. I identified as a “4”....The Individualist.  Do you know your Enneagram number?  Do you believe this test can correctly identify your true personality?  You can take the free assessment below then leave a comment and let me know!  You can also leave a voicemail at thetsidepodcast@gmail.com to share your thoughts.  I would love to hear from you! Theme Song: “One” by Sleeping At Last  Sleeping At Last - "One" (Official Lyric Video)   Take the FREE Enneagram Assessment here:  https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/   Connect with Misty: IG: https://www.instagram.com/enneagram_discoverfreedom/  Email: discoverfreedom.coaching@gmail.com  Website: https://mistyescobar.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enneagram.discoverfreedom  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MistyEscobarEnneagramCoach (Spanish)   Connect with Tawnya: Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com  IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast  Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside   BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside       Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   

Can you believe it's the last week of 2021?  There's been a lot of ups and downs this year. It's easy to talk about and focus on the bad things because they can easily overshadow everything else, but there’s always something good to talk about.  This week Tawnya talks about some highlights of 2021 and shares her go to song that she listens to when she feels like life is too overwhelming and discusses some of the lyrics. What was a highlight of your year?   Leave a comment and let us know!  We would love to celebrate with you. You can also leave a voicemail at thetsidepodcast@gmail.com.   Theme Song: Hold On (Change Is Comin’) by The Sounds of Blackness (1997) Hold On (Change Is Comin')   Mentioned in this episode:  Check out Devin Brinkley, MBA and Creative Gravity at www.creativegravityllc.com/instagram  Listen to Drea’s Point of View Podcast at www.theedreaspointofview.com/  Check out Ru on Instagram @Andshe_creates for free advertising and promotion   Connect with Tawnya: Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com  IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast  Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside   BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     For Immediate Help call or chat: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255(HELP) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org  Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

This week Tawnya reflects on some fond Christmas memories and invites you to check out her Spotify Christmas playlist filled with all of the nostalgic songs she grew up listening to including her ALL TIME favorite Silent Night by The Temptations.   Do you have that one song that you have to hear every year?  What are some of your favorite Christmas songs and Christmas memories? Leave a comment or reach out to her via email at   thetsidepodcast@gmail.com.   Theme Song: Tawn’s Spotify Christmas Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1IEgEsDrM8Zjh2ldMYUzLV?si=9ccbb00928da4572    Connect with Tawnya: Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com  IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast  Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside   BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/     

Can you believe it’s December already!  That’s right it’s #SagSeason baby!  That means it’s Tawnya’s birthday month. Since her birthday falls so close to Christmas she just gets in where she fits in for her celebration. Tune in to find out what she has planned for this month.  She also gives you a “Does That Make Me Old” moment.  She also wants to know why aren’t you supposed to ask a woman how old she is?  Do you have any birthday traditions? Do you have a birthday in the month of December? Let us know so we can shout you out.  Leave a comment or send an email to thetsidepodcast@gmail.com.   Theme Song: It’s Your Birthday by Luke (1994) Luke - Its Your Birthday   Connect with Tawnya: Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com  IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast  Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside   BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Growing up in Generation X, sex was not discussed.  Like everything else, it was just expected to be learned along the way.  Today Tawnya talks with sexologist, Bre Tyner, about sexual wellness and the importance of normalizing sexuality.  They discuss sex during pregnancy, The overall health benefits of sex, foreplay and the difference between sex and intimacy.  Bre even shares some tips to promote intimacy into your relationship. Do you have questions for Bre? Do you have specific topics you would like for her to come back on and discuss? Let us know.  Leave a comment or send an email to thetsidepodcast@gmail.com.   Theme Song: Let’s Talk About Sex by Salt n Pepa (1991) Salt-N-Pepa - Let's Talk About Sex   Connect with Bre: Email: sexologywithbre@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexologywithbre/   The Queen Collective Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-queen-collective/id1543102810    Connect with Tawnya: Website:  www.thetsidepodcast.com  Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside   BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

The holiday shopping season is officially upon us! Tawnya also likes to consider this her birthday season and gives a PSA on behalf of all Sagittarius/December babies.  She discusses things to be aware of when online shopping and gives some Do’s and Don'ts on gift buying  that won’t break the bank.  After all, it’s the thought that counts, right?  She also discusses the latest films she’s seen in her  “What I’ve Been Watching” segment.  Need help coming up w/ a gift? Hit Tawnya up for help brainstorming some ideas. Do you shop for the holidays?  Have you already completed your holiday shopping or is Christmas cancelled?  Leave a comment and let her know.   Theme Song: Money Can’t Buy You Love by Ralph Tresvant (1992) Ralph Tresvant - Money Can't Buy You Love   Connect with Tawnya: Website:  www.thetsidepodcast.com  Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

This week Tawnya chats it up with Atlanta comedienne and podcaster, Kyndra Crump.  Kyndra is a recent graduate from Clark Atlanta University. She obtained her Bachelors in Mass Communications and plans on having her own radio/tv show.  Among other things they discuss how she got into comedy and people spending money they don’t have. Kyndra even drops some gems in a five for five (well four and a possible) and five Bible verses. We would love to hear from you!  Feel free to reach out to us and share your thoughts about this episode.  Leave a comment, review or leave a voicemail at www.thetsidepodcast.com          Theme Song: Young, Wild & Free by Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa feat. Bruno Mars (2011) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wa5B22KAkEk    Connect with Kyndra: Email: kikinew02@gmail.com Instagram:  https://instagram.com/thekyndracrumpshow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcfWwPo89i3frdSOsTV-jUQ    Connect with Tawnya: Website:  www.thetsidepodcast.com  Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside   BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Tawnya's brother DeMarco makes his seasonal visit to the podcast; this time in a professional capacity as a community organizer. They break down some of the lyrics to Billy Joel's iconic song "We Didn't Start The Fire" and get into an in depth discussion about how many of the things mentioned are still relevant today.  What role do you play in helping to put out the fires?  What is "political hobbyism" and "righteous anger"?  Tune in to find out.  If you have questions or comments about this topic, feel free to reach out to us and share your thoughts at thetsidepodcast@gmail.com.          Theme Song: We Didn't Start The Fire by Billy Joel(1989) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFTLKWw542g     Connect with Tawnya: Website:  www.thetsidepodcast.com  Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Books Mentioned in this episode:  Politics Is For Power by Eithan Hersh (Audible) Locking Up Our Own by James Forman Jr. (Audible) Politics: Who Gets What, When and How Sponsors: Audible - Get a FREE audiobook and a 30 day Free Trial www.audibletrial.com/tside BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Yes it’s that time of year again! It’s Daylight Savings Time, the time of year when we get to “fall back” and set our clocks back one hour to get an extra hour of time in our day.  But what exactly is daylight savings time anyway.  The concept has always been confusing to Tawnya so she decided to educate herself.  Who decided we needed to change our clocks twice a year?  What does Benjamin Franklin have to do with it? Tawnya had all the questions and found some answers, but more importantly,  does she understand how it works. Tune in to find out.  She tells you what she is going to do with her extra hour.  What are you going to do with your extra time?  Leave a comment and let her know or send an email to thetsidepodcast@gmail.com..  Theme Song: Cool by The Time (1981) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5RwQ6d35wA   Connect with Tawnya: IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast FB: @thetsidepodcast website: www.thetsidepodcast.com    Sponsors: BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   

Halloween in the 80’s was the best!  At least Tawnya thinks so.  From the movies to the characters, to the songs, everything was iconic.  Well maybe not those plastic costumes and masks. Lol October is also the awareness month for both Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence. She shares some information about male breast cancer and the contact information for the National Domestic Violence Hotline. What were some of your favorite Halloween memories growing up? Do you still dress up?  Leave a comment and let her know. She would love to see them.  Tag her in your Halloween photos using #thetsidepodcast so she can shout you out.     Connect with Tawnya IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast FB: @thetsidepodcast website: www.thetsidepodcast.com    Theme Song: A Nightmare on my Street by Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/  Call: 1.800.799.SAFE(7233) Text START to 88788 American Cancer Society: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer-in-men.html    BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Tawnya is solo this week and doing a little reflection on the past year being a podcaster. Have you ever asked someone what was the first word that came to mind when they thought about you?  Well that's exactly what Tawnya did when formulating the T-Side as a solo host.  Tune in to see what people really think about her.  She also shares the real reason for continuing the podcast despite all of her challenges this past year.  Theme Song:  Who Is She and What Is She To You? by Gladys Knight and The Pips (1973) Connect with Tawnya: Website:  www.thetsidepodcast.com  Email: thetsidepodcast@gmail.com IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

(Paisley Park pt. 2) There was so much to talk about from their recent visit to Minneapolis, it had to be broken down into two parts.  This week Tawnya, Myette and LeNiece continue their discussion about their trip to Minneapolis. They talk about their emotional visit to the George Floyd Memorial.  They discuss how it made them feel being in that space, their takeaways from it and the benefits of a community garden.  Also, find out if their trip to Mall of America just to eat at Wahlburger's was worth it.     Website:  www.thetsidepodcast.com  IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    LeNiece/TRIO Banquet Center and Rentals: Website: https://www.triobanquetcenter.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/triobanquetcenterandrentals    Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Tawnya kicks off Season 3 by celebrating the 1 year anniversary of The T-Side Podcast. Joining the celebration are her friends, Myette and LeNiece, as they talk about their recent trip to Paisley Park.  What exactly is a Birthday Club?  Pros/Cons of the Paisley Park Tour Find out if Myette was able to purify herself in Lake Minnetonka. The importance of appreciating and enjoying the little things in life Theme Song x2:  Sign O' The Times and 1999 by Prince Have you ever been to Paisley Park?  If so, what was your favorite part of the tour?  Connect with on social media and leave a comment.  We'd love to hear about it.  Website:  www.thetsidepodcast.com  IG and Twitter: @t_sidepodcast Facebook:  https://facebook.com/thetsidepodcast    LeNiece/TRIO Banquet Center and Rentals: Website: https://www.triobanquetcenter.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/triobanquetcenterandrentals    Music:  Sign o' The Times instrumental www.karaoke-version.com 

This is a bonus episode/story time about the time Tawnya and her friend went to Las Vegas to celebrate graduating from grad school and ended up meeting Michael Jackson in 2002.  In another moment of epicness, they also got to see the great Muhammed Ali while attending the Laila Ali fight.  Theme song: Remember The Time by Michael Jackson   Background Music:   Nuh Na Nuh by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6429-nuh-na-nuh License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

It’s a wrap! Tawnya gives a recap of Season 2 and talks about her personal growth this past season. She talks about her first trip since October 2019. Season 3 will be back in October to kick off the 1yr anniversary of the podcast.  She even decided to do a spontaneous giveaway. Tune in for your chance to win!   As always your feedback and suggestions are always welcomed so let Tawanya know what you liked/didn’t like about this past season.  Head on over to www.thetsidepodcast.com or send an email to thetsidepodcast.@gmail.com.   Song Of The Day: Get Away by Bobby Brown    VOSAS article: https://issuu.com/vosasllc/docs/vosas_vol_2_issue_5?fbclid=IwAR3vhXa3_VKjacwSf7fzsCXTn0UnYKfTiOLya1J5C6bmBO_oH-FTTKC_tqM    VoyageSTL article: https://voyagestl.com/interview/rising-stars-meet-tawnya-davidson-of-florissant/    BetterHelp - Visit  https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Show Notes - Season 2, Track 12: Working Day and Night In the last full episode of  Season 2 Tawnya will tell you what she has been up to during her brief periods of being M.I.A. over the past couple of months. She will also talk about her first time ever taking a full week of vacation in her 20+ year career.  She also has an unexpected “Does that make me old?” moment. Tune in next week for a recap of Season 2.  Be sure to reach out and leave a comment or topic suggestions for future episodes at www.thetsidepodcast.com      Song Of The Day: Working Day and Night by Michael Jackson     Thank you to our sponsor: BetterHelp - Visit  https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Fun fact: Tawnya loves to travel, but due to ‘Rona she hasn’t been able to. Today she is joined by Phil aka The Blerd Explorer to talk about his most recent book, The Black Traveler’s Guide To Daegu. He explains how he got to South Korea and what it’s like to live there, especially as a black man.  Although geared towards the black traveler, the book is a great resource for anyone considering travel to South Korea. Tawnya asks questions about everything from the weather and cost of living to shopping and being able to find hair products for people of color. They discuss some do’s and don’ts when in South Korea and a lot more. Also find out why you shouldn’t write anyone’s name in red ink.  Are you a world traveler?  Would you consider going to South Korea?  Let us know at www.thetsidepodcast.com     Song Of The Day: Number One Spot by Ludacris Follow Phil aka the Blerd Explorer on Instagram: @the_blerd_explorer  Purchase the Book:  Amazon.com: The Black Traveler's Guide To Daegu South Korea eBook: Explorer, The Blerd, McCullough(Theantartz), Ebenezer, Lee Press, Cassidy A., Blerd Explorer, The: Kindle Store Amazon.com: The Black Traveler's Guide To Incheon, South Korea eBook: Explorer, The Blerd, McCullough(theantartz), Eben, Bingham, Bianca Lee, Explorer, The Blerd: Kindle Store     Thank you to our sponsors: Audible - Start your 30 day free trial membership at www.audibletrial.com/tside   and get a FREE audiobook!    BetterHelp - Visit  https://betterhelp.com/tside  and join over one million people taking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.  Special offer for T-Side listeners...get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/tside     Music Credit: Freestylah by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4745-freestylah  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/