Sneak Peek: Dhani Tackles the Globe - Spain

If you have cable and are looking for something fun to watch then retired NFL star Dhani Jones' show on the Travel Channel might float your boat. He's kinda easy on the eyes and we all know our tangled history with ahem..traveling to foreign lands. Now I've watched two episodes and he takes a very hands-on approach with a lot of physicality by playing sports native to the areas he's in. It's not the usual foodie/luxury hotel show nor is it entirely culture-based like Globetrekker. 

Personally I'd like to see more shows developed featuring women of color as these networks (HGTV, Scripps, et al) focus on presenting the refined side of life (gastronomy, decorating, travel) almost exclusively through the eyes of whites, predominantly male. I know that we have a long history of style...and substance. It should be recognized for providing much of the inspiration that people utilize. Still, this is a nice start as long as we are demanding that it leads to more equal representation.  

Have You Checked Out Dhani Tackles the Globe?

Well it's about time we get to see a Travel Channel show with Black people! We do go places you know. I would love to see a show with a regular person versus an NFL star but this is a good start. If we watch the show and petition the network for more shows like this we will. I wish more people would take advantage of the chance to leave the US and see the world while completing their education. There are high school and college exchange programs and if you search there are affordable ones. There are also work exchange programs so you can earn a loonie, peso, euro or pound while you're at it. Plus there's quite a few scholarships available. I wrote an essay and got 1/3 of my expenses covered with it. Financial aid took care of the rest. You don't have to be middle class or wealthy to do it - you just have to want it! Or have someone point out the huge growth potential involved in participating. Here's one of the trailers: