That crabs in a barrel mentality is the nemesis to our existence 🥺

Thanks to all who took the time to watch me talk it up with Roshida. I thoroughly enjoyed myself.

@latoyar9168

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing I want to travel I need a job like your husband

@grabbagcrafting6004

Жыл бұрын

Very interesting interview. I plan to spend time in Panama, so I listen to many experiences. Although you seem like a very nice person, yours was most disappointing

@roxannemunson

Жыл бұрын

@@grabbagcrafting6004 not sure why you find my truths disappointing, as they are mine. Hopefully yours will be different 🤷🏾‍♀️

@grabbagcrafting6004

Жыл бұрын

@Roxanne Munson Perhaps "disappointing" was a bad choice of words. I guess "sobering" is better. I did enjoy it, though. Thank you for sharing your truths.

@dianaj3139

Жыл бұрын

Roxanne, you are a shinning light on the conversation of how it feels to be the ONE... maybe at some point we all experience it? my most recent and very close friend is Columbian and we connect on a soul level. So it is so awesome to hear you describe your friendships with many different people. THANK YOU so much for your insights into family and relationships and class... I really appreciate you so much!

This video is such a gift. Being willing to travel and relocate exponentially opens up your opportunities at a corporation.

wow!!! this is an interesting talk...love the fact that she is a sister that is down to earth and affluent

@cheriselundy415

2 жыл бұрын

Same thoughts

Who busted out crying 😭😭😭 when the oldest daughter called mom...to say thank you for encouraging (forcing 😊) her to go to Spelman! Omg! 🙋🏽‍♀️ As a mother of 2022 High School graduate who is off to college this fall...this right here is a parents dream! #WayToGoMom 💗

@cheriselundy415

2 жыл бұрын

Me!!!

@WWEENETWORK

Жыл бұрын

ME....I FORCED MY SISTER TO GO TO SPELMAN...DROVE HER THERE...ALL THE WAY FROM NY...LOL...SHE IS NOW IN HER 40S AND A PHD CANDIDATE. AND ON THE REGIONAL BOARD....LOL.

@MosDefSteph510

Жыл бұрын

I did!!

I just watched the replay. Thank you both so much for this conversation! I really enjoyed it and I loved that you just allowed it to flow and didn't cut it short. Roxanne, thank you so much for your transparency and stories!

@PrettiiFlacko

2 жыл бұрын

exactamente

For anyone looking to relocate the questions that Shida and Roxanne shared are VERY important to ask when speaking to other expats. Connecting with people that not only look like you but LIVE like you is essential.

Travel is one of the best experiences of life.

Roxanne's story was so heartwarming to hear her eldest Daughter positively awakened to her beautiful Blackness at a Black College. Off key it is amazing the awesomeness of discovering the abundance of beauty and brilliance in large groups suddenly before hearing constantly how systematically not special we are.

Thoroughly enjoyed this conversation! One day I too will be an expat. I LOVE Roxanne! Thanks for the stories, the knowledge and all the feels while making a difference in lives! What a way to leave a legacy! Thanks for this Roshida❤

@roxannemunson

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this thoughtful response ❤❤

Great interview, longest video I watched on YT but worth it as there were gems and life lessons shared that I will use as I prepare for my blaxit. Thanks for sharing and being so transparent.

I was not "watching" this when it came up... just listening so I wasn't associating with the black woman perspective until it came up in the conversation. I am as white as a human can be with blue eyes and blonde hair... as a young person I experienced being the ONLY in Belize where the majority of people in my community were shades of black and my best girlfriend was black, her mother from Jamaca. what is so interesting to me, is I never gave much thought to skin color except I always wished for more color in my skin. I guess being in Mexico now and again being the one that people "look" at me I kinda have gotten used to this. THANK YOU so much for expressing your feelings and telling your stories. Much love to you both.

I was a young 27 year old military wife in 1975 and my experience with black household help, in Panama,was similar.Eventually, I had to hire a “chola” from Chiquita Province . Best household help experience after I made that change. “My person” I found in Panama was from Colon. She is my friend to this day.

Two and a half hours of my life that was well worth it. This conversation provided some great insights and food for thought about what type of impact I would want to create in my new home country.

Firstly, I am so grateful for this conversation. I just love conversations about Panama. I will say that there’s nothing complex about paying someone a living wage. It sounds very similar to the conversation the slave masters had about slaves. How would they survive without us feeding them? We provide them with so much security… These are fully competent human beings. They know that a job is not necessarily permanent. Just like in the US, you may make 300K a year, but how many 300K a year jobs are there if a company chooses to let you go? Let us not act as if we’re doing them a service by paying them less. We are doing our own pockets a service.

Catching this on the replay. Roshida, this is a juicy, gem filled conversation on multiple levels, thank you so much to you and Roxanne.

Loved this conversation. Thank you both so much for showcasing and validating 🖤

This was worth every minute. I am so grateful and I’d definitely consider a visit there.

This was an insightful conversation with my Soror! I loved this perspective. I love what I do and recently began a remote position with a global company. I now see differently how it can work in my favor even more than I thought.🖤

Thank you Roshida for another great interview! ❤

I like watching videos when people share their personal travel experiences. I had a similar experience taking my son to a college. It was a PWI but zi showed him people that looked liked him and he loved it💙.

Watch the replay. Excellent video. So inspiring. Keep it coming! We need this type of conversation.❤️❤️❤️

I watched the entire thing and I loved the conversation. I’m 29 and looking forward to be able to travel and life the like I intend for me and my son ! I enjoyed this

Such a beautiful and touching story Roxanne. Thank you for your openness! Thanks for sharing. I'm planning on traveling to Panama in 2023 with hope of retiring there! Thanks for the information. ❤

I appreciate this different perspective of "nomad" life. I love how Roxanne talks about wanting to meet her "person(s)" that reflect her lifestyle and interest. That is so important!

Just watched the replay. Another great interview. Well done. Super insightful dialogue. Please keep up the good work. 🥰🤗

Thanks for doing this interview, Panama is definitely on my radar too.

I really enjoyed this interview!

Hello ladies 🙋🏾‍♂️! Whatvan amazing conversation...really warms my heart ❤! Loving the transparency well done 👏🏾 xx

"Could have stay home and have a Snickers" hollaring black women talking real... That's why I love your videos.

Loved this conversation. Roxanne is so authentic. I’m also a mom who rooted for Spelman hard. It was a phenomenal experience for my daughter too who was raised in the Midwest.. I’m planning to travel to Mexico this summer and Panama over the winter.

Wonderful, candid interview… just beautiful! Thank you for sharing your perspectives. 🙌🏽

Thank you Roxanne! You a very down to earth lady.

Roxanne's life seems very rich and full. I like that 😄

RACIAL DISPARITY...ADMIST ECONOMIC SEGREGATION IS IN EVERY COUNTRY...THERE IS ALWAYS A SOUTHSIDE....SMH...AND THEY ALWAYS LOOK LIKE US....

This video is encouraging. I feel relaxed and at ease already. Thanks for sharing. ❤❤❤😊😊😊

This was a really great interview. Roshida thanks for your presence. I have some life changing decisions I have to make and your channel gives me a lot to consider. Truly appreciate you and your guests!

Such wise counsel about changing the narrative about our people and how to be more comfortable as “the only”

@sandrabrown3387

2 жыл бұрын

I stayed in Mexico a month - NEVER felt uncomfortable! I entered rooms and sat at tables as a WOMAN! “Black” is a self segregating, mindset, carried by those oblivious to who they really are…. I believe that woman has spieled the word “black” - at least 80 times. Looking for “black” and unwittingly spewing her oppressors’ narrative - on brown skin.

I think I loved this the most of all the expat interviews I've ever seen #real #raw

@roxannemunson2637

2 жыл бұрын

Aww. Thanks so much for watching.

Awesome conversation. The experiences you are discussing are so real. Thank you.

Thank you for a wonderful conversation!!!

Great, Real Convo. Appreciate you both!

Thank you ladies, I found your video so inspiring. Time seem to pass effortlessly. The content was so encouraging. Go get that driver Shida you deserve it.

Best interview ever,, so informative and en lighting!!!

Spelman is deep black American cultural history. I'm glad Caribbeans can enjoy it too. I spent time a UWI Cave Hill which was a great experience. also i think the guest is Caribbean American not African American.

Great interview! Thank you Roshida!

Shida is so life bright and vivacious. You are so encouraging in giving courage to others to get out of the U.S. and bbbrreeaatthh

Who knew I wanted a driver when I move to CDMX next year?! 🧐 I do now thanks to Roshida. 😄 (I didn’t know about them Uber drivers leaving you hanging 😬)

Excellent video..Love Costa Del Este... very nice seeing you ladies.

I loved this conversation and I aspire to have hired support and make a positive impact on the people where I go.

Muchísimas gracias por estos espacios! ME ENCANTA! :D

Roxanne has the essence of Loretta Devine; Irie. There's a saying in Jamaica -usually by the elders, who'd ask someone acting like an aristocrat, "If They Came From Colon!"

I know exactly what you are saying, as native Panamanian of West Indian descent. I have a serious problem in both Panama & Costa Rica, where my mom is from. I have lived in the US for most of my life, & like it for many reasons. I am considering returning to Panama for retirement reluctantly. In Panama very few Blacks live very well, & they are not expected to.

@roxannemunson

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for understanding. I truly appreciate it.

Great convo Shida. I am considering Panama or Mexico as a retirement spot. I heard the same concern from another expat about how domestic (indigenous) workers are treated so that gives me pause 🤔

There's no difference between countries with black people.. That being said, mexico still in 1st place loving every one lol..

So beautiful!!

I love her Roxanne was a great interview... and I love when she spoke about paying the staff. I would pay the 600.00 but tell them don't come at 6am ..you can come at 7am.. & give her a early time off like at 4:30pm...u have Saturdays and Sundays off. But you can't tell anyone what I pay you.. 1 time a month I would give a bonus or a tip.... That way Time off gives back also.

@guillermogouldburn763

2 жыл бұрын

600 is A Lot in Latin America for a maid. Ask a Mexican maid how much she makes. Having said that, I would pay a lot more, but after a 6 month probationary period.

Roxanne's lifestyle isn't typical so I'm still confused about the initial search for "me".

....a "curiosity perhaps", how??how??? It's astounding admiration.

Thanks you so much for the information but i need more information please cuz i want to visit Mexico this December and it's my first time

I watched the whole thing, because I want to be in the know.

I want to visit Panama 🇵🇦 this year

@Roshida

2 жыл бұрын

You should go for it. What month do you want to go?

@latoyar9168

2 жыл бұрын

I want to go in July any recommendations where to stay??

@roxannemunson2637

2 жыл бұрын

@@latoyar9168 depends of where you want to be. The W is popular. I enjoy staying in Casco and my fav spot there is La Concordia

my husband and i have been thinking of moving but need to find out how we even start the process. what do you need? documents? was it hard for you to move? what is housing and food costs?

Hello I'm just attempting to start process to move to Panama with retirement visa question do I need a lawyer? Can't I do these things on my own? I'm working on getting my background check done ( federal certified)

Coming to Panama for a conference May 23rd. Hope to experience the Culture.

There is a horrible work ethic reputation around Panamanians. I have been told that they don’t want to work. And I was extremely curious as to how that reputation came about. Some theorized that there are payments still received from generations from the building of the canal. However those payments are set to expire within about five years. I have heard this from blacks and whites. So I don’t think that it’s necessarily a situation where people work differently fart for the blacks versus the whites. Also, many people will have live in help in order for them to be available. When they don’t have money and they’re living off of a cleaning stipend, transportation can be a challenge and they are often late. So many people who do have help have live in help. If it is true that many are receiving stipend and the salaries for such hard domesticated labor is so low, close to slave wage laborers, that may be why they are not so motivated.

@CharlieBrown0507

2 жыл бұрын

What a load of lies.

@hilariowilson9456

2 жыл бұрын

Spoken like a real ignoramus. Have you been to Panamá? Maybe you’re thinking about your own.

Roxanne has a Panamanian look to her. A little

@roxannemunson2637

2 жыл бұрын

I’m Antiguan

That was a nut job talking about you moving to downgrade! WTH?!!!

...okay great parenting , 👍🏽 👏🏾 👌🏾 🙌🏾 ; WHAT company?

Thank you

1:28:35 PANAMA INFO BEGAN

Lived my best unbothered for 10 years in another caribbean country ...went there self employed renting on a tight budget...no car...no asssts etc...and 10 years later developing my own bought anx paid for oceanfront property and looking to check out more real estate elsewhere....sea sun sand ...thats me...be well...live well...be free...

Not that I want to detract from this lady's experience, but I never understood the need to "see yourself" while growing up. I will mention that for about half of my schooling, everyone was from the same general culture and country. However, in the latter half of my schooling, it was rare to see any students of my color, much less culture. That didn't bother me, because I was always curious to get far away from my tiny island home, and learn and see other things elsewhere. I welcomed it. When I travel however, it does get weird being the only black person for hundreds of miles in any direction for days on end. However, it doesn't make me uncomfortable, just aware of the fact that I stand out. While traveling kn unknown places with unknown cultures to me, it presents an extra obstacle of danger since I know that I'm an easy target. I usually try to converse with any other black person I see. However, travelling to multiple places in a short time frame is incomparable to living somewhere for an extended period. If you're residing there, you just used to it, and learn what these other people do. You actually become well integrated into that culture to the point where everything else is noticeably different or strange to you. You start reppin where you live. Everywhere else is outside.

One of the reasons why I don't want to move now.

@roxannemunson

Жыл бұрын

I think knowing what to expect going in helps a lot. I didn't know what to expect prior to moving here. I made the assumption my life here would be very similar to my life as a corporate expat in other countries. Had I asked more detailed questions and paid closer attention when I came to visit, I would have been more mentally prepared.

...its nice & they earned it, enjoy 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Why doesn't she move out of that building?

...WOW 600 USD a month Wow

Now you guys know what it feels to be hispanic in the US when they think your the cleaning lady, the gardener, or the nanny when your really the homeowner, business owner, doctor, teacher, professional, etc.

@Roshida

2 жыл бұрын

I’m confused about the America you’ve experience why you think Black people have to move to another country to feel this. This happens to Black people in America every day.

@jj-bp3fr

2 жыл бұрын

@@Roshida I've never seen a black person being confused for the gardener, nanny, or house cleaner. Fyi- in the more than 40 yrs I've lived in Southern California where Hispanics are the majority, I've never seen black people hold those jobs, they have better jobs in this geographical area. However, I'm sure it could happen to blacks or any other color in a different city and state.

@Roshida

2 жыл бұрын

As a Black person who grew up in Southern California, I can assure you that you do not know enough Black people if you don’t know anyone this has happened to, or they don’t feel comfortable sharing their experiences with you. I know Black gardeners, housekeepers and nannies in the area, so once again, I state that your personal knowledge is not enough to make the claims you’re making. More importantly, attempting to negate a Black persons voice about what Black people experience is very toxic, as is attempting to center the Hispanic experience on a YT channel made for and by Black people. Have a day!

@jj-bp3fr

2 жыл бұрын

@@Roshida hello, I'm not negating anything, simply stating as a hispanic we get confused alot for gardeners, nannys, and house cleaners. Nothing wrong with that, it's an honest, hard working job that pays little, but does pay the bills. I have not seen blacks (in my experience)under that type of workforce (in my area), that's all and it doesn't mean they don't exist. I have not been near African Americans either. I've never been in black communities and don't have black friends either. I find your show fun to watch, informative, and educational, I myself grew up near mexico city and many times as a child, I have family there. I currently visit cdmx very frequently a few times a year and is also my favorite city in the world. Also, I've lived in Southern California for around 45 years. I have looked for nannys, gardeners, and housecleaning services, looked on the internet, ads, apps, etc and none show African Americans under those categories (again, doesnt mean they dont exist). The only black person I found was a birth assistant, she was wonderful. Again, I'm not negating they don't exist, it's just I have not found them. Blacks make up 5% of the population in southern California and that could be a possible reason. Again, I didn't mean anything other than Hispanics getting confused for nannys, gardeners, and cleaning ladies when we're not and that's ok, not humiliating at all, it's just that that's what Hispanics at least in my area are known for and I find it a little funny when I tell them I'm the homeowner and they get shocked. It is what it is and that's ok, it's other people's wrong interpretation and I'm ok with that. I love gardening, cleaning, and taking care of kids, so it's ok. Thanks for your response, I hope I communicated my point ok and wishing you many more videos. I really enjoy watching them and can't wait to get back to cdmx, I have family attending UNAM and UVM. Maybe you can do a video on education as UVM shares the same curriculum as US schools, same credits, and degree is also valid in US. Thanks.

@grabbagcrafting6004

Жыл бұрын

​@@Roshida Amen, Sister!

…and you don’t have ghettos?

Let's be careful not to virtue signal on this issue.

If you watch the interview you can see that your eyes are all over the screen. Just fyi

@Roshida

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Grace. I hope you took something substantive from it.

@can-can9

Жыл бұрын

And that's your takeaway after this interview????

Hol up, what job did he have lolol

@nuckiicod

Жыл бұрын

Why you so interested in what her husband do ???

@PanaMaJwaaRd

Жыл бұрын

@@nuckiicod im tryna work in diff places too 👀