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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad

Christine Job
Wellness
Black Women
Aging Abroad
Migration
Mental Health
Paris
Expat Life
Personal Growth
Travel
Community
Mexico
Cultural Identity
Community Building
Identity
Cultural Integration
Netherlands
Racism
Living Abroad
Colombia
Social Media

Launched in 2020, Flourish in the Foreign is an award-winning oral history podcast at the intersection of migration, Blackness, womanhood, wellness, and liberation. Each episode documents the lives of Black women who have chosen to leave their home countries and build lives of intention, depth, and self-determination abroad.

Host Christine Job, J.D., is a cultural theorist and embedded oral histor... more

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In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Niana returns to share her thoughts on "Aging Abroad". Niana's first episode of the show was the very first episode of Flourish in the Foreign. This episode is being released on the 6th anniversary of the s... more

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Dr. Tiffany Lashelle Smith returns to share what she has been up to since our last conversation. She discusses the impact of pursuing her PhD and the evolution of her identity as a Black American woman livi... more

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Roxana Bangura shares her extensive experiences navigating Black identity through her life and travels. Growing up in the Bronx to West African immigrants, Roxana reflects on her family’s immigrant journey,... more

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Keturah Kendrick shares her experiences of living abroad in Rwanda, China, and now Portugal. She discusses her upbringing in New Orleans, her education, and how those experiences foreshadowed her life of in... more

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Recent Guests

Niana Rice
Biotech professional in the Netherlands, mother of two, Chicago native
Biotech industry in the Netherlands
Episode: Aging Abroad in The Netherlands with Niana Rice
Dr. Tiffany Lashelle Smith
Ed Pat; educator with a decade of international teaching experience; assistant professor at University of Birmingham, Dubai
University of Birmingham, Dubai / Ed Pat (educational expatriate)
Episode: Aging Abroad in Dubai with Dr. Tiffany L. Smith
Roxanna Bangura
Journalist by profession; migration advocate; resident of Mexico
Freelance journalist; Bangura Chronicles (online presence)
Episode: Exploring the Complexities of Blackness in Mexico with Roxana Bangura
Keturah Kendrick
Author and freelance writer; world traveler and serial expat
Independent writer/expat
Episode: Cultivating Community in Rwanda, China and Portugal with Keturah Kendrick
Candace Smith
Mother, five-time published author, multi-passionate entrepreneur and global citizen
Lives between Málaga, Spain and Istanbul, Turkey
Episode: Aging Abroad in Málaga with Candice Smith
Sienna J. Brown
Leadership and lifestyle strategist, speaker and founder of Intention United
Intention United
Episode: From New York to More than a Decade in Spain with Sienna J. Brown
Reva Watson
Architectural designer, bamboo enthusiast, project manager, and mother
Independent practitioner / Bamboo You (course)
Episode: From Jamaica to China and Trinidad with Reva Watson
Tiandra Burns
Writer and immigrant living in Uruguay; previous podcast guest
Independent writer and consultant
Episode: Aging Abroad in Uruguay with Tiandra Burns
Candace Stephens
Strategist, storyteller, and igniter for women doing big things across cultures
Black Babes Abroad
Episode: Black Babes Abroad in Denmark with Candace Stephens

Host

Christine Job
Host of Flourish In The Foreign

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 202 ratings
  • My Favorite Podcast!

    Christine, you are amazingly inspiring and your guests as well. This is the ONLY podcast where I have gone back and listened to each episode, many of them multiple times. Keep doing exactly what you’re doing. You are appreciated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katrina AH
    United States2 months ago
  • Flourish in the Foreign isn’t just about the logistics of living overseas—it’s about mindset, resilience, and growth. Listening to Black women share their experiences, challenges, wins, and perspective shifts is truly enriching. Whether or not you’re considering life abroad, this podcast serves up wisdom, inspiration, and real solutions that can apply to so many areas of life. It’s food for the soul and a must-listen for anyone seeking expansion in their journey!

    Audible
    5
    vivian
    United Statesa year ago
  • This podcast is valuable beyond just moving abroad!

    Flourish in the Foreign isn’t just about the logistics of living overseas—it’s about mindset, resilience, and growth. Listening to Black women share their experiences, challenges, wins, and perspective shifts is truly enriching. Whether or not you’re considering life abroad, this podcast serves up wisdom, inspiration, and real solutions that can apply to so many areas of life. It’s food for the soul and a must-listen for anyone seeking expansion in their journey!

    Audible
    5
    vivian
    United Statesa year ago
  • Quality Conversations with Top Guests

    I’ve been an expat for 25+ years, and have been looking for a podcast that discusses real issues and themes intelligently and objectively. This podcast hits the mark. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shamu535
    Austriaa year ago
  • Everything I needed and more

    As a black woman living and thriving abroad, this is podcast is everything. So grateful for the host and the inspiring woman she interviews for their stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jay000008
    United States2 years ago

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From New York to More than a Decade in Spain with Sienna J. Brown
Q: How did your professional path evolve once you settled in Spain?
She outlines shifting from teaching and early entrepreneurial efforts to leading roles in digital nomad initiatives, founding and growing Las Morenas de España, pivoting to a scalable corporate DEI and then moving into high-impact entrepreneurship that centers balance and wellness.
From New York to More than a Decade in Spain with Sienna J. Brown
Q: Can you walk us through the day you left the US for Spain?
Sienna describes a hopeful, minimal departure with a single suitcase, the emotional weight of leaving home, journaling her fears and intentions, and the moment of arriving in Murcia where she began to build her life with intention.
From Jamaica to China and Trinidad with Reva Watson
Q: What challenges did you face as a mother and professional in a new country, and how did you navigate them?
The first year brought isolation and a need to redefine my career path around remote and project-based work, often while caring for a newborn. I leaned on family support, built a network through mom groups, and gradually established a flexible, multi-faceted career in architecture, project management, and education.
From Jamaica to China and Trinidad with Reva Watson
Q: How did your time abroad shape your sense of identity and your professional focus?
Living in Jamaica, China, and Trinidad exposed me to very different urban scales and professional environments, which broadened my view on architecture and its social impact. My work increasingly centers on sustainable materials like bamboo and on designing for climate resilience and community needs, while balancing family life.
Aging Abroad in Uruguay with Tiandra Burns
Q: What does aging abroad mean to you, and how has your perspective changed since moving to Uruguay?
Aging abroad is seen as a process of preparation, independence, and ongoing self-discovery. Tiandra emphasizes planning, keeping options open, and building a life that supports health and wellbeing in a new environment.

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What is Flourish In The Foreign about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show curates intimate, qualitative conversations with Black women who have chosen to live abroad, exploring how migration intersects with identity, wellness, career, and community. Episodes emphasize practical realities—healthcare access, parenting across borders, building sustainable networks, and personal reinvention—while centering themes of liberation, belonging, and self-determination. A standout thread across seasons is the emphasis on intentional, community-driven pathways to thriving overseas, rather than romanticized expatriation, with many guests sharing multi-generational or long-term perspectives on aging, finance, and intercultural collaboration. The host's scholarly approach and emphasis on archival storytelling likely app... more

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1. Niana Rice
2. Dr. Tiffany Lashelle Smith
3. Roxanna Bangura
4. Keturah Kendrick
5. Candace Smith
6. Sienna J. Brown
7. Reva Watson
8. Tiandra Burns

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