Like many young Mississippians, roadtrippers Kaci, Areeb, and SavannahClaire thought they'd have to leave home in order to succeed in their careers. But a life-changing road trip is about to give them a new perspective on Mississippi's future...and their own.

Like many young Mississippians, roadtrippers Kaci, Areeb, and SavannahClaire thought they'd have to leave home in order to succeed in their careers. But a life-changing road trip is about to give them a new perspective on Mississippi's future...and their own.

Meet people from all different walks of life who’ve found work they love doing—right in their home state of Mississippi.

Meet people from all different walks of life who’ve found work they love doing—right in their home state of Mississippi.

As the road trip begins, interviews with a top chef, an influential designer, and a trailblazer in tech make the roadtrippers start to rethink what Mississippi has to offer.

Through conversations with a Choctaw tribal chief and “Your Barefoot Neighbor," the roadtrippers learn how they can honor Mississippi's roots while helping it grow.


You don't have to leave your home state to do something great.

Follow the journey of three young adults as they explore exciting career opportunities across Mississippi, and hear from folks who've found fulfilling and impactful careers in their own backyard. Along the way, you’ll see just how many paths you can take to find your fit in the state you call home.

Insights from the Interviews

"I just want to show the world that we deserve a place at the table too."

Nick Wallace, Founder & Executive Chef, Nick Wallace Culinary

"Always be yourself. In Mississippi, we have ways of doing things, but what we have to offer is ourselves. You're going to help create this community."

Sue Anna Joe, Freelance Designer & Writer

"You don't have to worry about it being perfect. You just have to start it."

Matthew Bounds, Author & Content Creator, "Your Barefoot Neighbor"


Made possible by:

  • W.K. Kellogg Foundation
  • Woodward Hines Education Foundation
  • Strada Education Foundation

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