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Being a United States citizen born and raised means something different for everyone, but for me, it has become a profound journey into the past to better understand my present. My pursuit of ancestry; through genetics, haplogroups, and traditional genealogy, was never about claiming a specific tribe, checking a box for political gain, or creating division. It began as a quest for answers about…

Hey fellow readers, I hope everyone had a wonderful Fourth of July weekend celebrating the 250th anniversary of our independence. We have been through a lot throughout the years, and I am truly grateful that we were able to come together to share our nation’s culture. I spent most of the holiday this year behind the scenes, working to make sure others had the food and drinks they needed to make…

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We all know the script by heart: Go to school, get the degree, network like crazy, outwork everyone around you. I did all that. Showed up to nearly every class, built the connections, grinded through the jobs, and put in the long hours. I followed the playbook they sold us. So why does it still feel like the game’s rigged and the goalposts keep moving? There’s a nasty disconnect in this country…

They say you shouldn’t run before you can walk. In the culinary world, sometimes you have to dive straight into the fire just to see if you can handle the heat. While I was still navigating the halls of culinary school, I did something a little crazy: I entered Favorite Chef, a high-stakes national competition. I hadn’t even received my diploma yet, but I needed to know; without the safety net…

Working for a big retail chain can feel like you’re just another cog in a giant, spotless machine. You put on the uniform, buy into the whole “service above everything” vibe, and show up day after day. But after a while, you start wondering: what happens when that loyalty isn’t returned? When the job stops feeling like a decent gig and starts feeling like a dead end? I’ve given this place years…

They say some people are born with a silver spoon. Me? I showed up with a calculator in one hand and a “Grand Opening” sign in the other. My hustle didn’t start in some fancy boardroom. It started on a sweaty sidewalk with a pitcher of lemonade. Even back then, I wasn’t just selling drinks; I was already looking for an edge. The Lemonade Loophole While most kids blew their lemonade money on…

Welcome back to Royal Zap!⚡️👑 As we count down to the America 250th (Semiquincentennial) celebrations this summer, the air is already buzzing with excitement—and starting to smell like woodsmoke, bright citrus, and layers of heritage spices. America’s story has always been best told through the plate, not just dates and documents. And for 2026, the culinary scene is stepping up in a big way.…

Growing up in America, we all got asked that classic question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” While some kids said astronaut, firefighter, or doctor, my answer was always clear and unwavering: President of the United States. Even as a child, I felt this deep calling—a sense of leadership, service, and destiny tied to this nation. It wasn’t just ambition; it felt like purpose. Fast…

Hey guys! As promised in my last blog where I dove into my family lineage, I’ve kept digging deeper—and wow, what a journey it’s been. Discovering more about my ancestors and the incredible heritage they’ve left behind has been mind-blowing. The further back I traced, the closer I felt to something truly divine: Jesus Christ Himself. It’s tough to put faith into words, but when you’re praying…

Hey, did you miss me? 👑 I’ve been heads-down this semester, grinding hard to finish up my business degree. It’s all part of the bigger plan—building real credibility so I can step up and help restore the family business to its rightful place. You all saw the coronation moment (what a wild ride that was!), and right after, I dove straight into the family archives. I wanted to dig into those…

What’s up, bloggers, readers, and friends? It’s Brandon here, just grinding through business school, trying to make something happen in this wild world. I’m chilling with a hot cup of tea right now (I’ll get to that in a sec), and I figured it’s time to shoot straight with y’all about how I’ve been feeling lately. Business school sounds cool on paper, but real talk it’s a nonstop hustle mixed…

Hey everyone, it’s Brandon here from TheRoyalZap.com – your go-to spot for inspiration drawn from heritage, culture, and the hustle of building something real. Today, I want to dive into what my dream job looks like. Not some cookie-cutter role chained to a desk, but a life where I call the shots, fueled by passion and rooted in who I am. If you’ve ever felt trapped in a 9-to-5 grind, this one’s…

What’s good, folks? Brandon Washington here. I’m still shook. What started as me messing around on Ancestry on a Sunday afternoon turned into the wildest ride of my life. I found a legit World War II hero on my dad’s side… and then kept pulling the thread all the way back to the Revolutionary War. Y’all ain’t ready for this. The WWII Legend: Arthur Bessent Jr. Going through old papers with my…