July 16th 2023.
Jeff Jenkins is living proof that anything is possible. As a travel journalist, vlogger, and now the host of his own National Geographic show, “Never Say Never,” Jenkins is redefining what it means to be a traveler.
Jenkins first started gaining recognition by sharing his travel experiences on his “Chubby Diaries” platform. His self-described “chubby Black guy” persona caught the attention of Nat Geo, and they gave him his own travel series which premiered on Sunday, July 9th.
“Never Say Never” follows Jenkins as he travels the world, pushing the limits of his physical abilities and inspiring others to do the same. From attempting to climb a 70-foot mountain to rafting in class 5 rapids, viewers get an inside look at Jenkins facing his fears and breaking stigmas around travel for the plus-size community.
Recently, BLACK ENTERPRISE had the pleasure of sitting down with Jenkins to discuss what viewers can expect from his new show. According to Jenkins, he lives by the mantra he created “life begins where your comfort zone ends”. The show is all about stepping outside of your comfort zone and following his adventures around the world.
Jenkins realized how left out the plus-size community is in the travel industry and has made it his mission to reimagine what travel looks like for people who look like him. He has done things he never thought possible, like scuba diving, hiking, and climbing.
Now, with his new show, viewers will get to see him embark on a global odyssey while making deep connections with locals and learning not just about the world, but also about himself. Episode one saw Jenkins immerse himself in Maori culture in New Zealand, which included a thrilling canoe race, plunging into a deep, dark cave, shaving a sheep, and learning the Maori chant before getting roughed up in a game of rugby.
Jenkins aims to combat stigmas and show excursion companies that the plus-size community can enjoy their services too. He wants to open up conversations of how anyone can do what he does.
Episode one is available to watch on Nat Geo and YouTube. Catch new episodes of Jeff Jenkins’ “Never Say Never” Sundays on National Geographic.
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