Chasing the Dream
Marlie and Anthony Love are content creators, travel experts, speakers, and founders of Traveling While Black (TWB®), a media collective dedicated to inclusive travel and educational storytelling. After meeting in Missouri, the Loves discovered their shared passion for exploration and began documenting their journeys after relocating to the Pacific Northwest.
Inspired by the historical Green Book, they launched TWB® to promote safe and inclusive travel for the Black community and allies. Since then, they have produced more than 170 episodes, establishing themselves as trusted voices for BIPOC travelers, hospitality brands, and tourism organizations worldwide.
Their work has been featured in Travel + Leisure, The Seattle Times, Travel Noire, and on The Drew Barrymore Show. Their Northwest Emmy-nominated television series, TWB® with Anthony and Marlie, premiered on FOX SOUL in 2024, with season two set for Fall 2025.
Beyond digital storytelling, the Loves launched TWB Seattle Neighborhood Tours in 2025, offering guests an inside look at the city’s culture, history, and Black-owned businesses, with plans for regional expansion.
As speakers and MCs, Marlie and Anthony bring expertise, energy, and authenticity to events, sharing insights on inclusive travel, storytelling, and representation in tourism while inspiring audiences to build spaces where all travelers feel seen, safe, and welcomed.
Work with TWB
Social Collaborations & Brand Sponsorships
TWB partners with brands, destinations, and organizations to create sponsored content that resonates with our audience. Check out our media kit to learn how we can work together.
Speaking Engagements, Private Tours, & Event Hosts
TWB are available for private Seattle tours, event hosting and speaking engagements. Speaking topics include, but not limited to, inclusive travel, content creation, brand recognition, and building a mission-driven brand. Whether it's an event, panel, workshop, or keynote, they bring authenticity, insight, and inspiration to every stage.
TESTIMONIAL:
“We were absolutely thrilled to have Anthony and Marlie Love (Traveling While Black) as the emcees for our 2025 HistoryLunch fundraiser. From the moment they stepped on stage, they brought an energy that was both infectious and perfectly suited for our event.
They didn't just read from a script; they elevated the entire event. In addition to the thoughtful introductions of each speaker and light-hearted conversations between segments, which made every transition feel seamless and meaningful, what truly set them apart was the genuine, playful dynamic between them. Their friendly banter and shared humor created a warm, welcoming atmosphere that put everyone at ease and kept the audience engaged and entertained throughout the luncheon.
Anthony and Marlie are also a dream to work with. They absorbed lots of tweaks and last-minute additions to the script with grace and dealt with a couple of program hiccups with calm and poise. We would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for professional, charismatic, and gifted emcees, especially in the history, tourism, or outdoor recreation fields!"
- Jennifer Ott, HistoryLink