Rolling With Tay Podcast

Listen as Blaise talks about her discovery of bike packing, the gear she typically takes and the enjoyment she gets from going on these adventures.  Blaise also discusses her early years in the outdoor space and some of the other outdoor activities she enjoys such as hiking, camping, cycling, surfing and longboarding just to name a few. Blaise also give resources to those who want to get star...

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Thank you to all the dope people who I’ve interviewed this season as well as all those who listened, subscribed, download and shared. Shout out to Thomas, Trev, Mike, Shadarach, NADHIR, Serena, Loray, Edmundo, Alex, Wellington, Jah, Wendy, Melissa, Sari and Mina.  Available on Apple, Spotify, Overcast Breaker, Cast box, Pocket Cast, RadioPublic and Stitcher.

Listen as Mina speaks about finding her way into the outdoor space, why she loves the outdoors and being in nature. What inspired her to create Black Outdoor Adventurers, which is a space for black people who also enjoy the outdoors and outdoor activities such as surfing, hiking skiing, biking etc. Why she thinks black people should try the outdoors and her epic plans she has for the future.

Sarai rediscovered her childhood love of skating six years ago while looking for a better way to commute around New York City so she purchased a pair of $60 skates from Dicks Sporting Good store. Fast forward, Sarai is now an inline speed skater, a brand ambassador for Rollerblade. A staffer at Wednesday Night Skate NYC and has participated in multiple skate marathons and competed in speed skating...

After taking a break from teaching few years ago Melissa began taking time for herself and started channeling her free time by traveling and running. Fast forward, Melissa has traveled throughout the United States and to 24 countries, run in a several half marathons and the TCS NYC marathon and she's even weigh lifted. Melissa has returned back to teaching but still makes time to travel. She makes...

Wendy began running on a treadmill back in college not knowing it would take her on a journey to get fit and healthy. Wendy has run in several half marathons and the TCS NYC Marathon, competed in triathlons and even completed a 100 mile bike ride and this is only the beginning. She has found support from people within the running, cycling and tri-athlete communities to help her as she progresses....

After having Colon Cancer surgery Jah began looking for a method of recovery, an activity to build his strength back up and get him active again, so he chose bike riding. He first started his cycling journey on a folding bike, riding anywhere his folding bike could take him. Then Jah was gifted a racing bike from his local bike shop which changed his riding. Jah tells Tay what he hopes to accompli...

Wellington decided to make a change to his diet and his physical fitness while he was in his 20s, now in his late 40s he is probably in the best health he’s been in his life. From not having to take medication for ANYTHING to challenging himself to complete 24 obstacle courses in two years. Wellington tell Tay some steps he took to start his healthy/fitness lifestyle journey. He also shares words...

Tay chats with new skating buddy Dr. Alex Moffett-Bateau , who despite having had a double hip replacement has learned how to skate, but before taking up a new activity she had to build up her strength to walk. In just four months she went from only being able to walk a couple blocks to walking 4 miles a day to now taking skate lessons with her teacher Red at Bronx Born Blading , to build up her s...

Tay chats with Bronx cyclist and community advocate Edmundo, who fell in love with cycling in 2011 and since then has organized a number of cycling related events in the Bronx, most notably Bronx Cranksgiving. Edmundo is also involved in many community activities off the bike as well, especially those dealing with his neighborhood park, Concrete Plant Park which has transformed into not only a bea...

Tay chats with close college friend, now travel partner Loray about traveling and what it means to her. Loray, not only travels for enjoyment but sees it as an aid to her mental wellness. “I feel like traveling is part of my life… I enjoy it because it forces me to stay in the moment, I don’t think I do that when I’m home.”

Tay gives a quick back story on how she started her adult cycling journey and how she transitioned from a folding bike to and road bike. 

At a young age Serena’s mom taught her the outdoors was her playground and the unknown is safe so it’s no wonder she continues to explore the outdoors on her bike. Serena pushes her limits and challenges herself to accomplish the attainable goals she has set for herself. From her first long solo ride to Cold Springs,NY on her cruiser bike to now doing 100 plus miles twice a month with her bike clu...

Tay chats with NADHIR, who’s mother instilled in him at a young age the act of service and helping out his community. It was only right he continued once he began his cycling journey to help out his cycling community. From collecting bikes to give to people in need of one, to organizing benefit rides to providing bike safely and maintenance training for new bike clubs. NADHIR is truly the people’s...

Tay chats with Shadrach about his transformation, which all started with walking. Shadrach has not only transformed physically but mentally as well. He is staying consistent on his journey to become a best version of himself by taking it one step at a time while still pushing himself to new and challenging levels. 

In 2015 Mike purchased a pair of hockey skates off of craigslist which unbeknownst to him this would spark his fond interest for inlining skating. Not only has Mike enjoyed skating around NYC, he also plays an active part in some of NYC’s biggest skate groups and events. From the Empire Skate Club's annual Big Apple Roll to the weekly Wednesday Night Skate, you are bound to see Mike there. Tay and...

Tay chats with Trevell, who is a certified skating coach, manager of the Kips Bay Boys and Girls Club ice rink and a skilled skater. Trevell is actively using his talents and connections to change the look of the skating industry. He thinks everyone should put on a pair of skates and roll but especially black and brown people, whether it be for fun or competitively.  Trevell's goal is to make sure...

Tay chats with Thomas about his introduction into skating, why he enjoys it and how he plans to incorporate his love for skating with his apparel line Shamel, which he plans to offer much more than apparel.  Find out more about Shamel LLC on instagram: @shamel_nyc on instagram via website: https://shamelnyc.com

Does the Country you are traveling to require you have a COVID test? Do you know which COVID test? Do they have a curfew? Make sure you know before you go. Be sure to visit websites likes the CDC, country tourism site, US Embassy, official country and city twitter pages if they have them. Search on youtube, Facebook groups and any other travel related blogs and sites to get an idea of what is need...

Episode 1 of Rolling With Tay is an introduction to Tay and what she hopes the listeners get out of the podcast.