Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ronnell Perry.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to:

• Share Ronnell Perry’s journey from corporate America to becoming a travel entrepreneur.
• Educate listeners on the transformative power of travel, especially in Afro-Latin communities.
• Break down stereotypes about international destinations and promote culturally respectful tourism.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Travel as Transformation

• Ronnell views travel not just as leisure, but as a tool for education, self-discovery, and cultural empathy.
• Travel helps people see themselves reflected in other cultures and challenges preconceived notions.

“Everybody wants to be loved and everybody wants to show love… that’s what I really learn through travel.”

2. From Layoff to Launch

• After being laid off during the pandemic, Ronnell turned his side hustle into a full-time business.
• He used the time to reflect, listen to his spirit, and build a sustainable brand.

“The universe said, this is your moment… dedicate it to your travel business.”

3. Afro-Latin Travel Focus

• His company, AfroBuenaventura, specializes in curated travel experiences in Latin America, especially for Black travelers.
• He emphasizes cultural respect, local partnerships, and immersive experiences.

“I call myself your personal ambassador to Latin America.”

4. Respecting Local Cultures

• Travelers must be mindful of how they dress, speak, and behave in foreign countries.
• Ronnell stresses humility and cultural sensitivity over entitlement.

“Just like someone’s visiting your home… you take your shoes off if that’s what they ask.”

5. Language as a Gateway

• Ronnell is trilingual (English, Spanish, Portuguese), which allows him to connect authentically with locals.
• Language fluency enhances the travel experience and builds trust.

“Once you unlock the key of speaking the way they speak, it just unlocks a whole new world.”

6. Building a Brand from a Blog

• His business started as a blog documenting budget travel.
• Through consistency, SEO, and audience engagement, he transitioned to paid group trips and custom travel planning.

“People started to pay me to take them on group trips or to plan a trip for them.”

7. Not a Budget Travel Service

• Ronnell clarifies that his services are not budget travel—they are high-touch, curated experiences.
• His value lies in expertise, safety, and cultural immersion.

“The level of value that I provide is not a budget trip… I’m doing it for you.”

8. Reframing Stereotypes About Destinations

• He challenges negative perceptions of Colombia, Cuba, and Brazil by sharing personal stories and local insights.
• These places are rich in culture, resilience, and beauty despite economic or political challenges.

“The messaging we hear… is not coming from people who look like us.”

9. Group Trips with Cultural Purpose

• Ronnell organizes trips around events like Fest AG Maja in Brazil and Afropunk.
• These trips celebrate Black heritage and support local communities.

“If you want to support Black communities through tourism, that’s what I offer.”

🗣️ Notable Quotes

• “Let me be your liaison… your ambassador.”
• “Travel is about education… it’s transformative.”
• “Budget travel is not my forte.”
• “Don’t go by yourself—go with someone who knows the community.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Leola Anifowoshe.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to:

• Educate listeners on the science and solutions behind hair loss.
• Introduce Dr. Leola Anifowoshe’s work in functional medicine, trichology, and holistic hair restoration.
• Share her personal journey and expertise.
• Promote her clinic, products, and diagnostic approach to hair and scalp health.

🧠 Key Takeaways 1. Hair Loss is Treatable and Often Misunderstood

• Hair follicles may be dormant, not dead—where there’s life, there’s hope.
• Hair loss is often a symptom of deeper health issues, such as stress, inflammation, or liver dysfunction.

2. Holistic and Functional Approach

• Dr. Leola emphasizes testing over guessing.
• Her clinic uses microscopic scalp analysis, cell inflammation tests, and custom treatment plans.
• She avoids pharmaceuticals, relying on natural remedies and nutraceuticals.

3. Hair Loss as a Health Crisis

• Especially prevalent among Black women, often due to scarring alopecia from early perms.
• The American Hair Loss Association had not studied this demographic adequately.

4. Innovative Technology

• Her clinic developed a patented machine called the ResourciStation, which:
  • Diagnoses scalp conditions.
  • Removes debris.
  • Stimulates follicles.
  • Can transform salons into restoration centers.

5. Personal Story and Motivation

• Dr. Leola experienced hair loss due to sarcoidosis, a form of lupus.
• Her husband’s reaction to her baldness inspired her to create effective products.
• She was raised by blind family members, teaching her to rely on senses beyond sight, influencing her product development.

6. Product Highlights

• Ditch the Itch Shampoo: Detoxifies scalp.
• Smooth & Restore Conditioner: Nourishes hair strands.
• Awakening Complex: Stimulates dormant follicles using natural DHT blockers like pumpkin seed.
• Meltdown Scalp Oxygen Foam: Clears buildup and energizes follicles.

💬 Notable Quotes

• “Where there’s life, there’s hope—as it relates to hair follicles.”
• “Hair loss is a bully. You can’t fight it with a butter knife.”
• “We don’t guess—we test.”
• “Hair loss is a whistleblower—it tells you something deeper is wrong.”
• “I kill men back their wives. I give women back their husbands.”
• “I was born on the 4th of July. I was born for this.”
• “You can’t out-give God. Create a vacuum effect—give something to get something.”

🌱 Emotional and Cultural Impact

• Dr. Leola’s work is deeply rooted in community healing, especially for underserved populations.
• She challenges mainstream dermatology and beauty standards, advocating for natural, culturally aware solutions.
• Her clinic offers telehealth, making her services accessible nationwide.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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