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Now Streaming: Episode 1 — Why I Left LA to Become a Digital Nomad (6-Year Journey)
On October 1, 2019, I boarded a plane to Stockholm, Sweden, trading LA for the world — and this is where the story begins.
In Episode 1 of my exclusive 10-part Tier 2 series, I’m pulling back the curtain on what led me to leave Los Angeles behind and embrace life as an international digital nomad. From who I was before the leap to the moment everything changed, and to the fears, excitement, and cultural insights that shaped me—this one sets the tone for everything that follows.
This series is available exclusively to Tier 2 Patreon members.
Blane Charles: Black Queer History & Style Pioneer | Ep. 144
Our Black Gay Diaspora host, Erick, is joined by Blane Charles, founder and president of Blane Charles Design (BCD), a one-stop shop offering interior design, wardrobe styling, estate planning, and organizing services tailored to each client’s unique lifestyle needs. But Blane’s impact extends far beyond design.
A pioneering figure in Black queer history and HIV/AIDS activism, Blane co-founded ACT UP Montréal with activist Michael Hendricks in 1989 after attending the International AIDS Conference. Their fearless advocacy helped shape LGBTQ+ history in Montréal and beyond. Blane reflects on their journey in style, interior design, and queer activism, and the legacy they continue to build.
Photo from the Veejay Floresca’s Fall/Winter Collection (Collection Two).
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