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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadNavigating Career Development in Amsterdam with Keki MwabaIn this episode, Keki Mwaba, based in Amsterdam, shares her inspiring journey from South Africa to the Netherlands. She discusses her academic background, career in HR and recruitment, and the challenges and successes she faced while transitioning between cultures and countries. Keki dives into her experiences working for major companies like Disney and Uber, and her own entrepreneurial venture, Expat Career Development. She also touches on themes such as belonging, personal growth, and the importance of community and wellness.This Episode Covers:Growing Up in South AfricaUniversity Life in Cape Town Studying Abroad in the USChoosing th...
2026-02-0255 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadMigration as Liberation? with Christine JobIn the debut episode of season seven of Flourish in the Foreign, host Christine Job reflects on the show's evolution and lays the groundwork for this season, discussing significant themes like Black Girl Soft Life, the sumptuous life, and migration as a pathway to wellness and liberation. Christine explores the nuances between living abroad and migration, the impact of migration on personal and professional wellness, and the aspirational idea of migration as a liberatory praxis.This Episode Covers: Exploring Black Girl Soft LifeThe Evolution to Sumptuous LifeCrafting a Life Well LivedLiving Abroad as a Pathway to W...
2026-02-0249 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAsk Me Anything # 3 In the final episode of season 6 of Flourish in the Foreign, host Christine Job engages with her audience through an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session. With this 151st episode, Christine addresses questions about moving abroad as a creative, navigating corporate jobs overseas, managing finances internationally, and handling partner hesitations about relocating. Christine also shares personal anecdotes and practical tips, encouraging listeners to build international networks and adopt an audacious mindset. This Episode Covers: Identity Advice for Creatives Moving Abroad Corporate Careers Abroad Navigating Partner Hesitations Navigating International Banking and Investments About the Flourish in the...
2025-05-011h 04Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAsk Me Anything # 3 In the final episode of season 6 of Flourish in the Foreign, host Christine Job engages with her audience through an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session. With this 151st episode, Christine addresses questions about moving abroad as a creative, navigating corporate jobs overseas, managing finances internationally, and handling partner hesitations about relocating. Christine also shares personal anecdotes and practical tips, encouraging listeners to build international networks and adopt an audacious mindset. This Episode Covers: Identity Advice for Creatives Moving Abroad Corporate Careers Abroad Navigating Partner Hesitations Navigating International Banking and Investments About the Flourish in the...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad"Surviving Paris" with Robin Allison Davis In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Robin Allison Davis details her decision to move abroad, her experience of adapting to life in Paris, her battle with breast cancer, and the importance of community and support systems. Robin also touches on dating in Paris and gaining French citizenship. Her memoir, 'Surviving Paris: A Memoir of Healing in the City of Light,' is set to be released on September 16th, 2025. Order it here*: https://bookshop.org/p/books/surviving-paris-a-memoir-of-healing-in-the-city-of-light-robin-allison-davis/27354523?aid=94836&ean=9780063353138&listref=books-to-flourish-in-the-foreign-f688a647-e9d3-4e75-9e74-05406e2bdce2&next=t
2025-03-171h 07Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad"Surviving Paris" with Robin Allison Davis In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Robin Allison Davis details her decision to move abroad, her experience of adapting to life in Paris, her battle with breast cancer, and the importance of community and support systems. Robin also touches on dating in Paris and gaining French citizenship. Her memoir, 'Surviving Paris: A Memoir of Healing in the City of Light,' is set to be released on September 16th, 2025. Order it here*: https://bookshop.org/p/books/surviving-paris-a-memoir-of-healing-in-the-city-of-light-robin-allison-davis/27354523?aid=94836&ean=9780063353138&listref=books-to-flourish-in-the-foreign-f688a647-e9d3-4e75-9e74-05406e2bdce2&next=t
2025-03-171h 07Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadSeason 6 TrailerSeason 6 of Flourish in the Foreign launches January 6th, 2025. Flourish in the Foreign is an award-winning podcast that celebrates, elevates, and affirms the voices and stories of Black women living and thriving abroad while exploring living abroad as a pathway to wellness. Join the creator and host, Christine Job, as she investigates the intersection of migration, Blackness, womanhood, and wellness. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: C...
2024-12-1705 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadSeason 6 TrailerSeason 6 of Flourish in the Foreign launches January 6th, 2025. Flourish in the Foreign is an award-winning podcast that celebrates, elevates, and affirms the voices and stories of Black women living and thriving abroad while exploring living abroad as a pathway to wellness. Join the creator and host, Christine Job, as she investigates the intersection of migration, Blackness, womanhood, and wellness. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: C...
2024-12-1705 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadValencia Floods, the US Elections & Processing It AllIn this special bonus episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine Job reflects on the devastating floods in Valencia and the impact of the 2024 US elections. After a period of processing, she shares her personal experience navigating these unprecedented events and how community, resilience, and strategic thinking play a crucial role in uncertain times. Christine also offers wisdom on channeling emotions into action, whether you're planning to move abroad or working through your current life plans. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on processing big challenges and moving forward with intention. Books Mentioned: Parable of the...
2024-12-031h 09Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadValencia Floods, the US Elections & Processing It AllIn this special bonus episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine Job reflects on the devastating floods in Valencia and the impact of the 2024 US elections. After a period of processing, she shares her personal experience navigating these unprecedented events and how community, resilience, and strategic thinking play a crucial role in uncertain times. Christine also offers wisdom on channeling emotions into action, whether you're planning to move abroad or working through your current life plans. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on processing big challenges and moving forward with intention. Books Mentioned: Parable of the...
2024-12-031h 09Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHonoring Your Ancestors by Cultivating a Life Well-Lived AbroadLIMITED SERIES Living abroad with intention can be a powerful way to honor your lineage and your ancestors. In this episode, we'll explore how your decision to cultivate a life well-lived, whether domestically or abroad, can serve as a way of honoring those who came before you. By embracing freedom, joy, and wellness, you continue the legacy of resilience and strength that your ancestors passed down. This episode will also dive into ways you can connect more deeply with your ancestors, even as you create new traditions in a foreign land. 00:36 Honoring Ancestors Through In...
2024-10-1027 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHonoring Your Ancestors by Cultivating a Life Well-Lived AbroadLIMITED SERIES Living abroad with intention can be a powerful way to honor your lineage and your ancestors. In this episode, we'll explore how your decision to cultivate a life well-lived, whether domestically or abroad, can serve as a way of honoring those who came before you. By embracing freedom, joy, and wellness, you continue the legacy of resilience and strength that your ancestors passed down. This episode will also dive into ways you can connect more deeply with your ancestors, even as you create new traditions in a foreign land. 00:36 Honoring Ancestors Through In...
2024-10-1027 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadWhy Your Love Life May Not Be Thriving AbroadLIMITED SERIES Dating abroad can come with its own set of unique challenges, from cultural differences to language barriers. In this episode, we dive into the common reasons why your love life may not be thriving abroad, including holding onto dating expectations from your home country, navigating the line between being revered and fetishized, dealing with different lifestyle or economic expectations, and the challenges of dating in a new language. We'll also explore the signs that your love life is thriving abroad and offer tips for cultivating a fulfilling and healthy dating life in a foreign country.
2024-10-0831 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadWhy Your Love Life May Not Be Thriving AbroadLIMITED SERIES Dating abroad can come with its own set of unique challenges, from cultural differences to language barriers. In this episode, we dive into the common reasons why your love life may not be thriving abroad, including holding onto dating expectations from your home country, navigating the line between being revered and fetishized, dealing with different lifestyle or economic expectations, and the challenges of dating in a new language. We'll also explore the signs that your love life is thriving abroad and offer tips for cultivating a fulfilling and healthy dating life in a foreign country.
2024-10-0831 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAre You Surviving or Thriving Abroad?LIMITED SERIES As we near the end of the year, it's time for a deep introspection. Are you just surviving, or are you truly flourishing abroad? This episode dives into the concept of cultivating a life well-lived vs. merely existing in a new country. We'll discuss how to assess where you are right now, using specific tools and methods to help you reflect and decide whether you're merely getting by or intentionally creating a thriving life. If you're feeling stuck or disconnected, this episode offers tips on realigning with your goals and refocusing on what thriving means.
2024-10-0732 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAre You Surviving or Thriving Abroad?LIMITED SERIES As we near the end of the year, it's time for a deep introspection. Are you just surviving, or are you truly flourishing abroad? This episode dives into the concept of cultivating a life well-lived vs. merely existing in a new country. We'll discuss how to assess where you are right now, using specific tools and methods to help you reflect and decide whether you're merely getting by or intentionally creating a thriving life. If you're feeling stuck or disconnected, this episode offers tips on realigning with your goals and refocusing on what thriving means.
2024-10-0732 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadWellness Abroad Pt. 3In this bonus episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares part 3 of the Wellness Abroad series. Listen to heartfelt stories from past guests about their unique wellness journeys while living abroad. Learn how moving to a different country has prompted each of them to redefine and enrich their approach to wellness for happiness and longevity. This Episode Features: Jewells: Season 1, Episode 7 Adalia: Season 1, Episode 4 Annabell: Season 1, Episode 21 Autumn Marie: Season 1, Episode 16 Khephra: Season 1, Episode 13 And many more guests! Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Co...
2024-08-3155 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadWellness Abroad Pt. 3In this bonus episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares part 3 of the Wellness Abroad series. Listen to heartfelt stories from past guests about their unique wellness journeys while living abroad. Learn how moving to a different country has prompted each of them to redefine and enrich their approach to wellness for happiness and longevity. This Episode Features: Jewells: Season 1, Episode 7 Adalia: Season 1, Episode 4 Annabell: Season 1, Episode 21 Autumn Marie: Season 1, Episode 16 Khephra: Season 1, Episode 13 And many more guests! Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Co...
2024-08-3155 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadWellness Abroad Pt. 2In this bonus episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares part 2 of the Wellness Abroad series. Listen to heartfelt stories from past guests about their unique wellness journeys while living abroad. Learn how moving to a different country has prompted each of them to redefine and enrich their approach to wellness for happiness and longevity. This Episode Features: Victoria: Season 2, Episode 7 Marie: Season 1, Episode 39 Lola: Season 5, Episode 5 Cha: Season 1, Episode 43 Halona: Season 1, Episode 31 And many more guests! Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffe...
2024-06-2945 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadWellness Abroad Pt. 2In this bonus episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares part 2 of the Wellness Abroad series. Listen to heartfelt stories from past guests about their unique wellness journeys while living abroad. Learn how moving to a different country has prompted each of them to redefine and enrich their approach to wellness for happiness and longevity. This Episode Features: Victoria: Season 2, Episode 7 Marie: Season 1, Episode 39 Lola: Season 5, Episode 5 Cha: Season 1, Episode 43 Halona: Season 1, Episode 31 And many more guests! Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffe...
2024-06-2945 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadWellness Abroad Pt. 1In this bonus episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares part 1 of the Wellness Abroad series. Listen to heartfelt stories from past guests about their unique wellness journeys while living abroad. Learn how moving to a different country has prompted each of them to redefine and enrich their approach to wellness for happiness and longevity. This Episode Covers: Nia: Season 1, Episode 36 Toddre: Season 4, Episode 1 Sheila: Season 4, Episode 8 Wanda: Season 1, Episode 46 Tiandra: Season 4, Episode 4 Erin: Season 5, Episode 1 Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https...
2024-05-301h 03Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadWellness Abroad Pt. 1In this bonus episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares part 1 of the Wellness Abroad series. Listen to heartfelt stories from past guests about their unique wellness journeys while living abroad. Learn how moving to a different country has prompted each of them to redefine and enrich their approach to wellness for happiness and longevity. This Episode Covers: Nia: Season 1, Episode 36 Toddre: Season 4, Episode 1 Sheila: Season 4, Episode 8 Wanda: Season 1, Episode 46 Tiandra: Season 4, Episode 4 Erin: Season 5, Episode 1 Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAsk Me Anything #2In 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 Thank you all so much for your love and support! Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeaco...
2024-02-071h 10Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAsk Me Anything #2In 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 Thank you all so much for your love and support! Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeaco...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow to Deal with Feeling Stuck AbroadThis is the season 4 finale of Flourish in the Foreign! In this episode, Christine discusses what to do when you're feeling stuck in your move abroad journey or dealing with stagnation while abroad. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad with Intention Guide (https://flourishforeign.gumroad.com/l/m...
2023-08-1643 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow to Deal with Feeling Stuck AbroadThis is the season 4 finale of Flourish in the Foreign! In this episode, Christine discusses what to do when you're feeling stuck in your move abroad journey or dealing with stagnation while abroad. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad with Intention Guide (https://flourishforeign.gumroad.com/l/m...
2023-08-1643 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadLiving in Spain: La Rioja, Barcelona & ValenciaIn 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. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Th...
2023-08-121h 20Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadLiving in Spain: La Rioja, Barcelona & ValenciaIn 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. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Th...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBlossoming Beyond Borders: Thriving in Foreign SoilIn 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/) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https...
2023-07-2547 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBlossoming Beyond Borders: Thriving in Foreign SoilIn 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/) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https...
2023-07-2547 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDating, Getting Engaged & Married in Italy: Dating Abroad Live Panel 3This 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! Check out Latrese's episode on the podcast (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/episodes/latrese) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Chris...
2023-07-241h 15Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDating, Getting Engaged & Married in Italy: Dating Abroad Live Panel 3This 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! Check out Latrese's episode on the podcast (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/episodes/latrese) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Chris...
2023-07-241h 15
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDating in Türkiye & Around the World: Dating Abroad Panel 2This 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! Check out Candice's episode on the podcast (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/episodes/going-abroad-with-a-special-needs-child-with-candice-smith-in-turkey) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode...
2023-07-031h 09Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDating in Türkiye & Around the World: Dating Abroad Panel 2This 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! Check out Candice's episode on the podcast (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/episodes/going-abroad-with-a-special-needs-child-with-candice-smith-in-turkey) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadStop Playing Small | Reflections on Summer Solstice 2023In 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! Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSupport this podcast at — https...
2023-06-2756 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadStop Playing Small | Reflections on Summer Solstice 2023In 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! Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSupport this podcast at — https...
2023-06-2756 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDating in Kenya, China & Mallorca: Dating Abroad Panel 1This 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 ) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www...
2023-06-261h 41Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDating in Kenya, China & Mallorca: Dating Abroad Panel 1This 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 ) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad"In Every Mirror She's Black"- Book Club DiscussionIn 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 who 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 Episode 50. To learn more about this gues...
2023-06-151h 11Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad"In Every Mirror She's Black"- Book Club DiscussionIn 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 who 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 Episode 50. To learn more about this gues...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBecoming a Language Assistant in Spain | Auxiliar de ConversaciónIn 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. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Epis...
2023-06-121h 06Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBecoming a Language Assistant in Spain | Auxiliar de ConversaciónIn 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. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Epis...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadOpt Into the Pursuit of Joy Abroad with Christine Job | Black Girl BurnoutThis 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 Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits:
2023-06-071h 02Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadOpt Into the Pursuit of Joy Abroad with Christine Job | Black Girl BurnoutThis 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 Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits:
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAsk Me Anything | 100th Episode of Flourish in the ForeignIn 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 Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the S...
2023-05-081h 54Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAsk Me Anything | 100th Episode of Flourish in the ForeignIn 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 Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the S...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadTwo Decades in the Netherlands with Shea HartyIn 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 To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources...
2023-04-171h 12Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadTwo Decades in the Netherlands with Shea HartyIn 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 To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBonus Episode: "Wandering Moms" Around the World with Libryia Jones | The Maverick ShowThis 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) reflections on Ghanaian culture, learning the history of the West African slave trade, and the feeling of being in a Black-majority country. Libryia then opens up about her upbringing in Tallahassee, Florida, drea...
2023-03-091h 23Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBonus Episode: "Wandering Moms" Around the World with Libryia Jones | The Maverick ShowThis 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) reflections on Ghanaian culture, learning the history of the West African slave trade, and the feeling of being in a Black-majority country. Libryia then opens up about her upbringing in Tallahassee, Florida, drea...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAsk Me Anything: Your Questions Answered | Build A Business AbroadThis 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 build a business that will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. Th...
2023-01-0940 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadAsk Me Anything: Your Questions Answered | Build A Business AbroadThis 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 build a business that will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. Th...
2023-01-0940 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadCreating, Launching & Monetizing a Podcast with Danielle Desir Corbett | Build A Business AbroadThis 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 life abroad. Danielle's Podcast Shopping List To learn more a...
2023-01-091h 09Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadCreating, Launching & Monetizing a Podcast with Danielle Desir Corbett | Build A Business AbroadThis 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 life abroad. Danielle's Podcast Shopping List To learn more a...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow To Get Started | Build A Business AbroadThis 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 will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. ...
2023-01-051h 08Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow To Get Started | Build A Business AbroadThis 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 will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. ...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadThe Wellness of Entrepreneurship for Black Women & WOC | Build A Business AbroadThis 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 will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. Fl...
2023-01-0524 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadThe Wellness of Entrepreneurship for Black Women & WOC | Build A Business AbroadThis 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 will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. Fl...
2023-01-0524 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow Jannese Torres-Rodriguez Created A Six-Figure Blog |Millennial Wealth Builders & The Purpose of Money| Build A Business AbroadThis 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. Now, she helps her clients and listeners build successful online businesses that allow them to pursue financial independence and freedom.
2022-12-2126 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow Jannese Torres-Rodriguez Created A Six-Figure Blog |Millennial Wealth Builders & The Purpose of Money| Build A Business AbroadThis 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. Now, she helps her clients and listeners build successful online businesses that allow them to pursue financial independence and freedom.
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBlack Motherhood Abroad Pt. 1In 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 with Her Daughter (Season 2, Episode 9) Moving Abroad with a Child with Special Needs (Season 2, Episode 5) Preparing Third Culture Kids for College (Season 2, Episode 8) Flo...
2022-12-101h 18Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBlack Motherhood Abroad Pt. 1In 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 with Her Daughter (Season 2, Episode 9) Moving Abroad with a Child with Special Needs (Season 2, Episode 5) Preparing Third Culture Kids for College (Season 2, Episode 8) Flo...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBlack Pregnancy AbroadIn 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 Episode 7) Having A Baby Abroad ( Season 2 Episode 2 ) Being Pregnant in Paris During COVID (Season 1, Episode 48) Having A Baby Alone in Chi...
2022-11-291h 09Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBlack Pregnancy AbroadIn 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 Episode 7) Having A Baby Abroad ( Season 2 Episode 2 ) Being Pregnant in Paris During COVID (Season 1, Episode 48) Having A Baby Alone in Chi...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHealthcare Abroad Pt. 3In 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 To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christ...
2022-11-2855 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHealthcare Abroad Pt. 3In 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 To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christ...
2022-11-2855 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHealthcare Abroad Pt. 2In 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 (Season 2, Episode 5) Emergency Healthcare in Colombia (YouTube Interview) Mental Health Resources Abroad (Season 2, Episode 1) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com...
2022-11-2755 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHealthcare Abroad Pt. 2In 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 (Season 2, Episode 5) Emergency Healthcare in Colombia (YouTube Interview) Mental Health Resources Abroad (Season 2, Episode 1) Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBonus Episode: "The Mindset Shift" with Solonia Teodros - The Global ChatterThis 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 and how those experiences can be used to leverage the next one. She also shares her candid thoughts on the reality o...
2022-11-011h 04Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBonus Episode: "The Mindset Shift" with Solonia Teodros - The Global ChatterThis 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 and how those experiences can be used to leverage the next one. She also shares her candid thoughts on the reality o...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadSoft Life + Building A Business AbroadIn 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 Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zach...
2022-10-1054 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadSoft Life + Building A Business AbroadIn 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 Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zach...
2022-10-1054 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDoes Moving Abroad = Soft Life?In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares her thoughts on the "Soft Life" discussion, especially in the move abroad/ex-pat space. Hint: Just because you live abroad doesn't mean you live a soft life. This Episode Covers: What is Soft Life? Can Living Abroad Create A Soft Life? How You Can Create A Soft Life By Moving Abroad Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credi...
2022-09-1625 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDoes Moving Abroad = Soft Life?In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares her thoughts on the "Soft Life" discussion, especially in the move abroad/ex-pat space. Hint: Just because you live abroad doesn't mean you live a soft life. This Episode Covers: What is Soft Life? Can Living Abroad Create A Soft Life? How You Can Create A Soft Life By Moving Abroad Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credi...
2022-09-1625 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadNavigating Health Care & Career Abroad with Kentia McLemore in TaiwanIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Kentia discusses how a tragic accident emphasized the importance of proper health insurance, the differences between health care in the Dominican Republic and Taiwan, and how to actually land a remote job or work abroad. This Episode Covers: Moving Abroad with a Spouse Living in the Dominican Republic Health Care Services in the Dominican Republic Expat Health Insurance Advice Living in Taiwan Health Care in Taiwan How to Get a Remote Job or Work Abroad
2022-06-081h 11Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadNavigating Health Care & Career Abroad with Kentia McLemore in TaiwanIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Kentia discusses how a tragic accident emphasized the importance of proper health insurance, the differences between health care in the Dominican Republic and Taiwan, and how to actually land a remote job or work abroad. This Episode Covers: Moving Abroad with a Spouse Living in the Dominican Republic Health Care Services in the Dominican Republic Expat Health Insurance Advice Living in Taiwan Health Care in Taiwan How to Get a Remote Job or Work Abroad
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad*Special Rebroadcast*: Moving to Hong Kong with Deanna DenhamThis is a rebroadcast in support of Season 1, Episode 2 guest, Deanna Denham. She has recently been diagnosed with Stage 3 Ovarian cancer. Please keep her and her family in your prayers. If you can, please support her by contributing to her Go Fund Me. Please listen to this episode and learn more about her story abroad. Support Deanna's Go Fund Me Learn More About Deanna Listen to her podcast Loose Change **************************** In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Deanna shares how she moved to Hong Kong ...
2022-03-181h 03Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad*Special Rebroadcast*: Moving to Hong Kong with Deanna DenhamThis is a rebroadcast in support of Season 1, Episode 2 guest, Deanna Denham. She has recently been diagnosed with Stage 3 Ovarian cancer. Please keep her and her family in your prayers. If you can, please support her by contributing to her Go Fund Me. Please listen to this episode and learn more about her story abroad. Support Deanna's Go Fund Me Learn More About Deanna Listen to her podcast Loose Change **************************** In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Deanna shares how she moved to Hong Kong ...
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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow She Built ThisIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine discusses the origin story of Flourish in the Foreign. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations
2022-03-1848 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow She Built ThisIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine discusses the origin story of Flourish in the Foreign. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations
2022-03-1848 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDating Abroad Part 2In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, we look back on some of the interesting responses to the question: "How is dating abroad?" from season 1 guests. This Episode Covers: Dating in Spain Dating in Sierra Leone Dating Culture in Qatar Romance Scams Dating in Dubai Dating in the Philippines Infidelity Interracial Relationships Dating in Italy Dating in Vietnam Dating as a Digital Nomad/Location Independent Dating in Japan Dating Advice...
2021-11-171h 04Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadDating Abroad Part 2In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, we look back on some of the interesting responses to the question: "How is dating abroad?" from season 1 guests. This Episode Covers: Dating in Spain Dating in Sierra Leone Dating Culture in Qatar Romance Scams Dating in Dubai Dating in the Philippines Infidelity Interracial Relationships Dating in Italy Dating in Vietnam Dating as a Digital Nomad/Location Independent Dating in Japan Dating Advice...
2021-11-171h 04Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBuild A Business Abroad Pt. 2In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares her Build A Business Abroad philosophy, why you should consider it, and how you can start to Build A Business Abroad. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music ...
2021-09-0526 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBuild A Business Abroad Pt. 2In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares her Build A Business Abroad philosophy, why you should consider it, and how you can start to Build A Business Abroad. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music ...
2021-09-0526 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBuild a Business Abroad Pt. 1In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares a compilation that features some of the many women entrepreneurs who have been on the podcast. Listen to how and why these women decided to build their businesses abroad. If they can do it, you can too! This Episode Covers: Building A Business in Australia Selling Physical Beauty Products Building A Business as a Digital Nomad Selling Writing/Blogging Services Building A Business in France Creating a Wine Tour Company Building A Business in Mexico Creating a Fine Art Company Building A Business in Jo...
2021-09-0255 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadBuild a Business Abroad Pt. 1In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares a compilation that features some of the many women entrepreneurs who have been on the podcast. Listen to how and why these women decided to build their businesses abroad. If they can do it, you can too! This Episode Covers: Building A Business in Australia Selling Physical Beauty Products Building A Business as a Digital Nomad Selling Writing/Blogging Services Building A Business in France Creating a Wine Tour Company Building A Business in Mexico Creating a Fine Art Company Building A Business in Jo...
2021-09-0255 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadGo Abroad & Cultivate a Life Well-LivedIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine chats about the importance of moving abroad with intention, what living a life well-lived means, and the importance of allowing your vision of your life abroad to guide your planning. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations
2021-08-0640 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadGo Abroad & Cultivate a Life Well-LivedIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine chats about the importance of moving abroad with intention, what living a life well-lived means, and the importance of allowing your vision of your life abroad to guide your planning. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations
2021-08-0640 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow to Get A Job AbroadThis episode of Flourish in the Foreign focuses on the topic of getting a job abroad and features Christine, host of Flourish in the Foreign, personal experience and advice on how to be strategic and network effectively in order to secure opportunities. This Episode Covers: Getting a job via headhunters Staffing agencies, job boards Networking and leveraging competitive advantages It also shares insights about earning a degree abroad as a way to enter a country's job market and create entrepreneurial opportunities. It also features the stories of how past podcast guests got jobs ab...
2020-10-261h 13Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow to Get A Job AbroadThis episode of Flourish in the Foreign focuses on the topic of getting a job abroad and features Christine, host of Flourish in the Foreign, personal experience and advice on how to be strategic and network effectively in order to secure opportunities. This Episode Covers: Getting a job via headhunters Staffing agencies, job boards Networking and leveraging competitive advantages It also shares insights about earning a degree abroad as a way to enter a country's job market and create entrepreneurial opportunities. It also features the stories of how past podcast guests got jobs ab...
2020-10-261h 13
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow Dancing Tango Led to Moving from Seattle to Buenos AiresIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Jamila describes her first experience living abroad in Cornwall and how Tango brought her to Buenos Aires. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSupport this podcast at — https://r...
2020-09-071h 04
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow to Get Residency in Australia with Itiah ThomasIn this episode of Flourish In The Foreign, Itiah shares how moving to Australia catalyzed her transition from career professional to serial entrepreneur. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flour...
2020-08-311h 00
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadExpanding the Narrative in Rwanda with Autumn Marie FarajIn this episode of Flourish In The Foreign, Autumn Marie Faraj of KGL FWD (Kigali Forward) shares her unexpected journey abroad. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flouris...
2020-08-2459 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadMoving Abroad After 40 with Nubia YoungeIn this episode of Flourish In The Foreign, Nubia of the Chronicles Abroad podcast shares how she left the US to become a nomadic traveler, serial entrepreneur, and acclaimed podcaster. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme MusicSu...
2020-08-171h 06
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow Walking the Camino de Santiago Led to Moving Abroad with Christine JobIn this episode of Flourish In The Foreign, Christine, the host of the podcast, shares how walking the Camino de Santiago launched her journey to living abroad in Spain. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music
2020-07-1354 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadHow Walking the Camino de Santiago Led to Moving Abroad with Christine JobIn this episode of Flourish In The Foreign, Christine, the host of the podcast, shares how walking the Camino de Santiago launched her journey to living abroad in Spain. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music
2020-07-1354 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadMoving Abroad with a Family & Having a Baby Abroad with Deanna DenhamIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Deanna shares how she moved to Hong Kong with her husband and first child (then a baby), the process of securing a job in Hong Kong as a creative professional, how much it cost to give birth abroad to her second child, how she was accidentally tear-gassed during the Hong Kong riots and how living abroad has afforded her the time and resources to practice deep self-care and even start a podcast. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/e...
2020-05-181h 01Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadMoving Abroad with a Family & Having a Baby Abroad with Deanna DenhamIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Deanna shares how she moved to Hong Kong with her husband and first child (then a baby), the process of securing a job in Hong Kong as a creative professional, how much it cost to give birth abroad to her second child, how she was accidentally tear-gassed during the Hong Kong riots and how living abroad has afforded her the time and resources to practice deep self-care and even start a podcast. To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/e...
2020-05-181h 01
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadFlourish In The Foreign Podcast TrailerWelcome to the Flourish In The Foreign Podcast! I'm Christine and I'm the host of Flourish In the Foreign, a podcast that elevates and affirms the stories of Black women who live and thrive abroad. I'll be speaking with women who are from all over the world and who live all over the world. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Edito...
2020-04-2302 minFlourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadFlourish In The Foreign Podcast TrailerWelcome to the Flourish In The Foreign Podcast! I'm Christine and I'm the host of Flourish In the Foreign, a podcast that elevates and affirms the stories of Black women who live and thrive abroad. I'll be speaking with women who are from all over the world and who live all over the world. Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com) Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Edito...
2020-04-2302 min