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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad

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Welcome to Flourish in the Foreign, the ultimate ex-pat, travel, and wellness podcast for Black women thriving abroad.

The podcast showcases how living abroad can be a pathway to wellness in all aspects--financial, physical, mental, and professional. It empowers aspiring and current ex-pats to move abroad with intention, cultivate a sustainable life abroad and live a life well-lived abroad on their own terms.

Join Christine Job as she shares these fascinating stories of incredible Black women motivated to leave the familiar behind and embrace the “foreign” for adventure, professional opportunity, love, or a quality of life upgrade.

Hear inspiring stories from other ex-pats and digital nomads choosing to embrace foreign cultures, languages, and lifestyles as they cultivate lives rooted in wellness.

Living in Spain since 2017, Christine Job is an award-winning podcaster, acclaimed business strategist, Black women wellness advocate, and ex-pat lifestyle contributor. Having interviewed 100+ Black women ex-pats about their lives abroad and wellness journeys, Christine will guide you in how to cultivate a sustainable and happy life well-lived abroad.

If you want to move abroad, live abroad, flourish abroad, and learn how living abroad can be a pathway to wellness, this is the ex-pat, travel, and wellness podcast that is for you.

Visit www.flourishintheforeign.com to join our community and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @flourishforeign.

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Episodes

Ask Me Anything #2

February 07, 2024 16:57 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

In this last episode of Season 5 of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine answers audience questions. The podcast will be on hiatus for the foreseeable future, so please listen (re-listen) to the extensive archive.    This Episode Covers:  Christine's Top 2024 Living Abroad Locations Advice for Solo Travelers How to Find A Therapist Abroad Advice for Young Ambitious Black Women And so much more!   Thank you all so much for your love and support!   Episode Credits: Christin...

Tapping into Intuition with Tonya Melendez in Mexico

February 06, 2024 20:35 - 51 minutes - 41.1 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Tonya Melendez shares how she has used her intuition to lead her in her life abroad for 10+ years. She also shares tips for honing your intuition and using it to lead you successfully abroad.    This Episode Covers:  Living in Spain Moving to Mexico Harnessing the Power of Your Intuition And so much more! Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad with Inte...

Cape Town & San Miguel de Allende with Tayler Ava Friar

February 05, 2024 20:22 - 1 hour - 82.3 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Tayler Ava Friar shares her story of how living abroad for 10+ years — from Argentina to England to Vietnam to Spain to South Africa and Mexico—has contributed to her professional development and creative evolution.    This Episode Covers:  Studying Abroad in Buenos Aires Attending Graduate School in London Traveling Ho Chi Minh City & Southeast Asia Getting her Ph.D. in Capetown, South Africa Cultivating her Creativity in Mexico And...

Cultivating Longevity in Munich, Germany with Eleanor Mayrhofer

January 08, 2024 10:09 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Eleanor Mayrhofer shares her story of living abroad in Germany for nearly 25 years-- from corporate life to freelancer and business owner and from dating abroad to intercultural marriage and motherhood in Germany.   This Episode Covers:  Navigating German Immigration Career in Design in Germany Working in Corporate in Germany Navigating an Intercultural Marriage Experiencing Motherhood in Germany Cultivating a Sustainable Life Abroad ...

Medellin, Johannesburg, Istanbul and Nairobi with Nikki Faye Tillery

January 02, 2024 15:09 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Nikki Faye Tillery shares her story of how grief led her to an adventurous life abroad and how she ended up calling Colombia, South Africa, Turkey, and Kenya home. This Episode Covers:  Studying Law in London Living in Medellin Living in Johannesburg Living in Istanbul Living in Nairobi Becoming an International Entrepreneur Examining "the need" to Belong Abroad 🌍And so much more! Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host ...

Hong Kong, South Korea, Abu Dhabi and Mexico with Nkem Chukwumerije

December 14, 2023 22:17 - 1 hour - 62.4 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Nkem Chukwumerije shares her story of traveling, studying, working and living abroad in Hong Kong, South Korea, Abu Dhabi, and Mexico.    This Episode Covers:  Studying Fashion Business in Hong Kong Teaching English in South Korea Being a Writing Professor in Abu Dhabi  Finding Authentic Self Expression in Mexico  Repatriation to the US And so much more! Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music  ...

Mexico, Vietnam & Colombia with Jazzie Más

December 12, 2023 19:27 - 53 minutes - 43.8 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Jazzie Más shares how losing her liberty and ability to travel led her to deep healing and a vibrant life abroad of self-discovery.    This Episode Covers:  Living in Mexico Living in Bali Living in Chiang Mai,Thailand Becoming a Comedian in  Da Nang, Vietnam Living & Building Community in Santa Marta, Colombia  Embracing "Soft Life" as a form of healing & self-discovery Being a Black  Digital Nomad And so much more! Episode Cre...

Creating Something Out of Nothing in Dubai with Wendy Alexander

December 12, 2023 09:32 - 1 hour - 63.6 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Wendy Alexander shares how losing everything became the catalyst for a dynamic international career and life.   This Episode Covers:  International Government Contracting Working in the Middle East Building a Business in Dubai  How Working Abroad Affects Children  How Working and Living Abroad Affects Marriage  And so much more!   Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with In...

“Everything Is Not Enough” with Lola Akinmade Åkerström

November 29, 2023 17:10 - 59 minutes - 47.3 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Lola Akinamade returns to the podcast to discuss her new book Everything Is Not Enough the sequel to her wildly popular debut fiction novel, In Every Mirror She's Black.  This episode contains spoilers!* Buy Everything is Not Enough  (https://bookshop.org/p/books/everything-is-not-enough-lola-akinmade-akerstrom/19879627?aid=94836&ean=9780063316973&listref=books-to-flourish-in-the-foreign-f688a647-e9d3-4e75-9e74-05406e2bdce2) This Episode Cove...

Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Ethiopia, Thailand, Egypt, and the UAE with Cheryl-Ann Weekes

October 17, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Cheryl-Ann Weekes shares her life as a wanderer, how she visited 40+ countries in her 12 years abroad, and how she has cultivated longevity abroad.   This Episode Covers: 👩‍🏫Working Abroad as a High School Counselor 🇩🇴 Living & Working in the Dominican Republic 🇯🇲 Living & Working in Jamaica 🇪🇹 Living & Working in Ethiopia 🇹🇭 Living & Working in Thailand 🇪🇬 Living & Working in Egypt 🇨🇮 Living & Working in the Ivory Coast 🇦🇪 Living & Wor...

"Beyond the Shores: A History of African Americans Abroad" with Tamara J. Walker

October 12, 2023 11:28 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Tamara J. Walker discusses her book Beyond the Shores: A History of African Americans Abroad which was released this summer. You can purchase the book here.   This Episode Covers:  Florence Mills in Paris & London Joseph J. Roane and Oliver Golden in Russia & Yangiyul Richard Wright in Buenos Aires Philippa Schuyler in Đà Nẵng Kim Bass in Tokyo And so much more! Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Musi...

The Philippines, Thailand, Kenya, Vietnam & Sri Lanka with Crystal Winston

October 09, 2023 22:21 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Crystal Winston shares how volunteering with Peace Corps Response changed the trajectory of her career and her life!   This Episode Covers:  Visiting India Volunteering with Peace Corps Response Living & Working in the Philippines Living in Thailand Living in Kenya Weathering the pandemic in Vietnam Living & Working in Sri Lanka Finding Belonging Abroad Being A Black Woman Abroad Advice for Longevity Abroad Living Black Gir...

Valencia, Spain with Dr. Erin Conner

October 02, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Dr. Erin Conner shares how a promise she made when she was a teenager came to fruition 20 years later in Valencia, Spain.   Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad with Intention Guide  (https://flourishforeign.gumroad.com/l/move-abroad-with-intention-guide ) Move Abroad with Intention Playlist S1 E 25: How to Get A Job Abroad S1 E 32: Going Abroad with I...

How to Deal with Feeling Stuck Abroad

August 16, 2023 12:13 - 43 minutes - 34.7 MB

This is the season 4 finale of Flourish in the Foreign! In this episode, Christine discusses some changes and important announcements:  Join the new Buy Me A Coffee community membership with unique benefits and experiences! Sign up for the Newsletter Check out the Flourish in the Foreign book list and bookstore Be sure to check out the Flourish in the Foreign archives Christine also discusses what to do when you're feeling stuck in your move abroad journey or dealing with stagnation ...

Living in Spain: La Rioja, Barcelona & Valencia

August 12, 2023 13:55 - 1 hour - 64.7 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, we revisit an IG live recorded in 2022 where Christine discusses her experience living in 3 cities in Spain: Logroño- La Rioja, Barcelona and Valencia. Christine gives a 2023 update at the end. Also, the Flourish in the Foreign Patreon will end by the end of 2023. Join the new Buy Me A Coffee community membership with unique benefits and experiences! Check out the original IG Live here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CfZudVEoyus/?utm_source=ig_web_...

Blossoming Beyond Borders: Thriving in Foreign Soil

July 25, 2023 20:57 - 47 minutes - 38.3 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, we revisit an interview between Doctor Marta de Madariaga López of Harmonia Solutions and Christine (host and creator) conducted in 2022. During this interview, Christine shares her philosophy on finding wellness abroad. Check out the original IG Live here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CfBtrdaprTc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==  Learn more about Doctor Marta de Madariaga López (https://www.harmoniasolutions.co.uk/)   E...

Dating, Getting Engaged & Married in Italy: Dating Abroad Live Panel 3

July 24, 2023 12:23 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

This Flourish in the Foreign episode is the third live Dating Abroad panel from a series of 3. It was recorded in March 2022. It features Latrese of Sistas Who Travel & Date. The discussion covers individual dating experiences abroad, dating customs/expectations and so much more! Dating Abroad Compilation 1 Dating Abroad Compilation 2 Check out Latrese's episode on the podcast (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/episodes/latrese) Watch the Live discussion (https://www.youtube.com/w...

Dating in Türkiye & Around the World: Dating Abroad Panel 2

July 03, 2023 11:48 - 1 hour - 56 MB

This Flourish in the Foreign episode is the second live Dating Abroad panel from a series of 3. It was recorded in March 2022. It features Candice of Fearless Freedom Lifestyle and Claire of daisyamongroses. The discussion covers individual dating experiences abroad, dating customs/expectations and so much more! Dating Abroad Compilation 1 Dating Abroad Compilation 2 Check out Candice's episode on the podcast (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/episodes/going-abroad-with-a-special-ne...

Stop Playing Small |Reflections on Summer Solstice 2023

June 27, 2023 16:03 - 56 minutes - 45.3 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares exercises and thoughts to help you to get clear and confident about cultivating a soft life abroad. She also chats/fusses at y'all who are playing small about your life and your business!   Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad with Intention Guide  (https://flourishforeign.gumroad.com/l/move-abroad-with-intention-guide ) Move Abroad with In...

Dating in Kenya, China & Mallorca: Dating Abroad Panel 1

June 26, 2023 21:20 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

This Flourish in the Foreign episode is the first live Dating Abroad panel  from a series of 3. It was recorded in March 2022. It features Toddre' of Blaxit2Africa and Nicole of "the soulful expat". The discussion covers individual dating experiences abroad, dating customs/expectations and so much more! Check out Toddre's episode on the podcast (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/episodes/toddre) Watch the Live discussion (https://www.youtube.com/live/fmhurXV84Xk?feature=share )   ...

"In Every Mirror She's Black"- Book Club Discussion

June 15, 2023 21:53 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares the 2021 book club discussion of "In Every Mirror She's Black" with the author, Lola Akinmade Åkerström. The book follows "three Black women that are linked in unexpected ways to the same influential white man in Stockholm as they build their new lives in the most open society run by the most private people." Warning: this episode contains spoilers Lola is a past podcast guest, be sure to check out her episode- Season 1 Episo...

Becoming a Language Assistant in Spain | Auxiliar de Conversación

June 12, 2023 19:15 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, learn about the North American Language Assistant program in Spain. It's a popular program that provides a stipend, health insurance, and a visa. Hear from past podcast guests, Niana and Khephra as they share their experiences with the program. Then hear from the host, Christine, as she shares her thoughts on the program from a 2022 IG Live.    Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with In...

Opt Into the Pursuit of Joy Abroad with Christine Job | Black Girl Burnout

June 07, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

This is an episode swap with Kelley Bonner of the Black Girl Burnout podcast, where Kelley interviews Flourish in the Foreign host, Christine Job.  Check out the Black Girl Burnout Podcast (https://blackgirlburnout.com/)  Listen to both of Kelley's episodes on Flourish in the Foreign: https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/episodes/kelley https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/episodes/kelley2  Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad ...

Ask Me Anything | 100th Episode of Flourish in the Foreign

May 08, 2023 13:03 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine celebrates the 100th episode and 3rd anniversary of the podcast by answering audience questions. This episode covers:  How Easy Is It Being Plant-Based in Spain? 1st Year Abroad Vs. Now  Maintaining Locs Abroad How to Secure Amazing Guests for the Podcast 1st Year Podcasting Vs. Now Immigration Tips for "Weaker" Passport Holders How to Move to Spain Best City I've Lived Abroad And So Much More!   Episode Credits: C...

“Read, Write, & Create” in Malaga with Lori L. Tharps

May 01, 2023 09:57 - 1 hour - 76.5 MB

In this Flourish in the Foreign episode, Lori L. Tharps is a journalist and author whose work lands at the intersection of race and popular culture. Listen as  Lori shares her journey to living and flourishing in Malaga, Spain with her family as a working writer.    This Episode Covers: Studying Abroad in Morocco Studying Abroad in Salamanca Navigating An Intercultural Marriage Raising Bi-racial, Bi-cultural, and Bi-lingual Children Moving & Living in Malaga, Spain Getting Settled ...

Finding Wellness in Medellin with Elizabeth Goueti

April 24, 2023 11:57 - 1 hour - 68.3 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Elizabeth shares her story of moving abroad to live in Medellin, Colombia for 3 years with her husband and two children before repatriating to the Washington DC area in the Spring of 2022. This Episode Covers: Being a 1st Generation American Studying Abroad in Valencia, Spain Studying Abroad in London, England Moving to Medellin, Colombia with a Family Securing Services for a Special Needs Child in Colombia Working Abroad in Medellin How L...

Two Decades in the Netherlands with Shea Harty

April 17, 2023 09:14 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Shea shares her story of moving to the Netherlands with her young son and her decision to stay for 20 years.   This Episode Covers: Moving to Amsterdam Raising a Black son in The Netherlands Finding A Job in Amsterdam Dutch Work Culture International Schooling in Amsterdam Dutch Healthcare System And Much More!   Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad...

From Basketball to Serial Entrepreneurship in Andorra with Sheila Dixon

April 10, 2023 21:31 - 1 hour - 51.9 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Sheila shares her story of going abroad to play basketball in Scotland, then in Barcelona. She shares the strain that her decision to live abroad has caused with her family, how she prepared for life after basketball, being a serial entrepreneur, living in Andorra, and how she navigates her intercultural relationship. This Episode Covers: Going to Grad School in Edinburgh Playing Basketball in Scotland Playing Basketball in Barcelona Livin...

Decolonizing Mental Health in Berlin with Umutesi Ruranga

April 03, 2023 19:33 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Umutesi shares her moving abroad journey which initially had her set to move to Tokyo, however, due to the pandemic, she decided to move to Kigali, Rwanda, and then to Berlin, Germany where she now resides. Umutesi also shares tips on maintaining mental health and building community abroad.  This Episode Covers: Studying Abroad in Seoul, South Korea Learning Languages Working in Mental Health in Kigali Immigrating to Berlin Working in Mu...

Unbothered in Bath with Ani Lacy

March 27, 2023 08:47 - 1 hour - 69.4 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Ani shares the traumatizing event that was the catalyst of her journey abroad. She shares stories about moving to Mexico, and Morocco, studying in England, and moving with her son. Listen to how Ani has created an "unbothered" life in Bath, England. This Episode Covers: Living in Mexico Living in Morocco Immigrating to England Studying an MFA in Bath, England Moving Abroad with a Teenager. Unschooling Navigating the English Education Syste...

Finding Belonging in Uruguay with Tiandra Burns

March 20, 2023 16:46 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Tiandra shares her story of moving to Montevideo, Uruguay after only visiting one time, how she has found a sense of belonging, cultivated community, and navigated the Uruguayan immigration process. This Episode Covers: Immigrating from the US to Uruguay Finding Employment & Working in Montevideo Healthcare in Uruguay Dealing with Taxes Black and Abroad in Uruguay Uruguayan Black Community Reflections on Finding Softness in Uruguay Cultiv...

“Fashion on the Beat” in New York City with Giulia Baldini

March 13, 2023 19:30 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Giulia shares her journey of moving to New York City to attend university, how living in the US has impacted her as a Black Brazilian-Italian woman, and how her book and platform "Fashion on the Beat" illuminate the diverse stories and perspectives in the fashion industry.  This Episode Covers: Growing up in Tuscany Attending University in the US US International Student Visas Working in Fashion Black Identity as a Black Brazilian-Italian Wo...

Bonus Episode: "Wandering Moms" Around the World with Libryia Jones | The Maverick Show

March 09, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 67 MB

This episode is a podcast swap with Matt Bowles of The Maverick Show podcast  (https://www.themaverickshow.com/ ). You can check out my episode (https://www.themaverickshow.com/podcast/177-moving-abroad-with-intention-and-empowering-black-women-to-flourish-in-the-foreign-with-christine-job/) with Matt and be sure to subscribe to his podcast!    Libryia Jones shares her experience traveling to Ghana with her daughter in 2019 for “The Year of Return” and discusses her (and her daughter’s) ...

Blaxit 2 Africa with Toddre' Monier in Nairobi

March 06, 2023 13:44 - 1 hour - 64.7 MB

In this episode of, Flourish in the Foreign, Toddre' Monier of Blaxit 2 Africa shares her experiences of studying, volunteering, and living in various countries across Africa.   This Episode Covers: Volunteering in Zimbabwe Attending University in Ghana Volunteering for the Truth & Reconciliation Commission in South Africa Being a Peace Corps Volunteer in Namibia Living in Mallorca Healthcare & Caregiving in Nairobi Dating in Nairobi And much more!   Episode Credits: ...

Ask Me Anything: Your Questions Answered | Build A Business Abroad

January 09, 2023 20:14 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

This is the sixth and LAST episode of a SPECIAL mini-season all about Building A Business Abroad. In this episode, Christine answers YOUR questions about starting a business. If you want to submit a question for the next Ask Me Anything episode submit it here (https://www.speakpipe.com/FlourishInTheForeignAskMe). This mini-season will cover how to get started, give you some clear business ideas, hear from people who have already done it and give you a basic framework to BET ON YOURSELF and b...

Creating, Launching & Monetizing a Podcast with Danielle Desir Corbett | Build A Business Abroad

January 09, 2023 20:08 - 1 hour - 64 MB

This is the fifth episode of a SPECIAL mini-season all about Building A Business Abroad. In this episode, Christine chats with Danielle Desir Corbett about launching and monetizing a podcast. This episode is pt. 2 of How She Built This, listen to part 1 here. This mini-season will cover how to get started, give you some clear business ideas, hear from people who have already done it and give you a basic framework to BET ON YOURSELF and build a business that will help you pursue a FLOURISHING...

How To Get Started | Build A Business Abroad

January 05, 2023 20:37 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

This is the fourth episode of a SPECIAL mini-season all about Building A Business Abroad. In this episode, Christine walks you through how to build your business. Based on the Build A Business Abroad guide, this episode will help you through the process of having an idea to having a business. This mini-season will cover how to get started, give you some clear business ideas, hear from people who have already done it and give you a basic framework to BET ON YOURSELF and build a business that ...

The Wellness of Entrepreneurship for Black Women & WOC | Build A Business Abroad

January 05, 2023 20:32 - 24 minutes - 19.6 MB

This is the third episode of a SPECIAL mini-season all about Building A Business Abroad. In this episode, Christine shares why and how entrepreneurship can be a pathway to wellness for Black women & WOC. She also discusses the importance of building a business on a foundation of wellness. This mini-season will cover how to get started, give you some clear business ideas, hear from people who have already done it and give you a basic framework to BET ON YOURSELF and build a business that wi...

How Jannese Torres-Rodriguez Created A Six-Figure Blog |Millennial Wealth Builders & The Purpose of Money| Build A Business Abroad

December 21, 2022 17:48 - 26 minutes - 20.9 MB

This is an episode swap with Acquania Escarne of The Purpose of Money podcast and the Millennial Wealth Builders podcast. Be sure to check out Financial Wellness abroad, in which Acquania shares her insights on building wealth while living abroad.  Jannese Torres-Rodriguez is a nationally-acclaimed Latina money educator, writer, business coach, and host of Yo Quiero Dinero Podcast. She became an accidental entrepreneur after a job loss led her to create a Latin food blog, Delish D’Lites. N...

Black Women Building Businesses Abroad | Build A Business Abroad

December 21, 2022 17:47 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB

This is the first episode of a SPECIAL mini-season all about Building A Business Abroad. This mini-season will cover how to get started, give you some clear business ideas, hear from people who have already done it and give you a basic framework to BET ON YOURSELF and build a business that will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. This episode is a rebroadcast of "Build A Business Abroad Pt. 1" and a compilation that features some of the many women entrepreneurs that have been on the p...

Black Motherhood Abroad Pt. 2

December 11, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MB

In this episode of, Flourish in the Foreign, listen to part 2 of past podcast guests sharing their personal experiences of being a mother abroad.   This Episode Covers: Raising Her Daughter in Italy (Season 2, Episode 7) Reflecting on Motherhood as a Retiree in Spain (Season 1, Episode 55) Raising Her Daughter in Budapest (Season 1, Episode 45) Writing & Publishing Travel Books for Black Children (Season 1, Episode 27) Raising Biracial Children in Sweden (Season 1, Episode 50) ...

Black Motherhood Abroad Pt. 1

December 10, 2022 21:04 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

In this episode of, Flourish in the Foreign, listen to past podcast guests share their personal experiences of being a mother abroad.   This Episode Covers: Moving to Honduras with a Teenager (Season 1, Episode 4) Raising Children in Hong Kong (Season 1, Episode 2) Raising Sons in Jordan (Season 1, Episode 9) "Slowmading" Around the World As A Single Mother (Season 1, Episode 12) The Differences Between French & American Childcare (Season 1, Episode 20) Deciding to Leave China...

Bonus Episode: Leaving the US for South Africa with Kenna Williams | Picky Girl Travels the World

December 05, 2022 15:05 - 1 hour - 56.8 MB

This is an episode swap with the Picky Girl Travels the World, hosted by the lovely Adalia.  Be sure to check out Adalia's episode of Flourish in the Foreign: https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/posts/adalia  Kenna Williams discusses the life she's created for herself in Johannesburg, South Africa. Enjoy this episode and subscribe to the Picky Girl Travels the World YouTube channel!  Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with Int...

Black Pregnancy Abroad

November 29, 2022 19:19 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

In this episode of, Flourish in the Foreign, listen to past podcast guests share their personal experiences being pregnant and abroad.   This Episode Covers: IVF Journey in Singapore (Season 1 Episode 28) Pregnant in Kenya & Guinea (Season 1 Episode 27) Pregnant in France (Season 1 Episode 20) Having A Baby in Hungary (Season 1 Episode 45) Having A Baby in Atlanta vs. Having A Baby in Hong Kong (Season 1, Episode 2) Deciding To Have A Baby in Italy Instead of the US  (Season 2...

Healthcare Abroad Pt. 3

November 28, 2022 11:00 - 55 minutes - 44.1 MB

In this episode of, Flourish in the Foreign, listen to part 3 of this three-part series where Christine shares her experiences with healthcare in Spain and her reflections on past podcast guests' experiences.   Watch the original IG Live    Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad with Intention Guide  (https://flourishforeign.gumroad.com/l/move-abroad-with-intention-guide ) Move Abroad with Intentio...

Healthcare Abroad Pt. 2

November 27, 2022 14:10 - 55 minutes - 44.2 MB

In this episode of, Flourish in the Foreign, listen to part 2 of this three-part series where past podcast guests share their personal experiences and reflections on the healthcare systems they have encountered abroad.   This Episode Covers: Healthcare in Japan (Season 1, Episode 51) Healthcare as a Retiree in Barcelona (Season 1, Episode 55) Healthcare in The Dominican Republic (Season 2, Episode 3) Healthcare in Taiwan (Season 2, Episode 3) Healthcare with a Chronic Illness (S...

Healthcare Abroad Pt. 1

November 23, 2022 20:59 - 51 minutes - 41.5 MB

In this episode of, Flourish in the Foreign, listen to past podcast guests share their personal experiences and reflections on the healthcare systems they have encountered abroad.   This Episode Covers: Healthcare in Madrid, Spain as an Auxiliar de Conversacion (Episode 1) Comparing the Healthcare Systems of Honduras, Kuwait, China & Mexico (Episode 4) Healthcare in Iceland (Episode 7) Healthcare in Lebanon, South Africa, and the United States (Episode 8) Healthcare in Jordan (E...

Bonus Episode: "The Mindset Shift" with Solonia Teodros - The Global Chatter

November 01, 2022 11:46 - 1 hour - 54.4 MB

This is an episode swap with the Global Chatter podcast, hosted by the lovely Amanda Bates of The Black Expat.  Be sure to check out Amanda's episode of Flourish in the Foreign: https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/posts/amanda Change strategist and transformation coach, Solonia Teodros discusses what it meant to be Ethiopian-Taiwanese-American in the 1990s and how she dealt with being the different kid, especially in Asia. She also discusses why job-hopping isn’t always necessarily bad an...

Bonus Episode: Esther Milanzi: Magical Realism in Bali | Blaxit Global

October 10, 2022 12:10 - 58 minutes - 46.5 MB

This is an episode swap with the Blaxit Global podcast, hosted by the lovely Chrishan Wright.  This episode features Esther Milanzi who is an author and writing coach, currently based in Bali, Indonesia. Esther grew up in North Carolina and took her first international trip when she traveled to South Africa to meet some of her family for the first time. Since then, she's traveled to Thailand, with her sister where she ultimately met her future husband. Enjoy this episode and subscribe to...

Soft Life + Building A Business Abroad

October 10, 2022 11:58 - 54 minutes - 43.3 MB

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares how "soft life" can (and should) be a business philosophy you should adhere to as you build your business abroad. Original IG Live This Episode Covers: Soft Life as a Business Philosophy How Soft Life Can Make You A Better & Happier Entrepreneur Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad with Intention Guide  (https://flourishforeign.gumroad.com/...

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