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Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad

Christine Job
Wellness
Mental Health
Black Women
Mexico
Colombia
Traveling
Vietnam
Nomadic Lifestyle
Wendy Alexander
Thailand
Personal Growth
Travel
Inspiring Decisions, LLC
Women Entrepreneurs
Family Dynamics
Black Community Abroad
Community
Identity
Living Abroad
Empowerment

Welcome to Flourish in the Foreign—a space where Black women embrace the unfamiliar and cultivate lives of intention, wellness, and depth. This isn't just a podcast about moving abroad. It's about living abroad with purpose, not as an escape, but as an opportunity to expand your horizons in every sense—financial, physical, mental, and spiritual. It's about creating a life that resonates with the f... more

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In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Dr. Tayler Ava Friar returns to the show to share what she’s been up to since our last conversation (S5 Ep 11). She also shares her reflections on living between France and Mexico, the importance of communi... more

In 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 be... more

In 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 a... more

Season 7 of Flourish in the Foreign launches in 2026. Subscribe to Substack to listen early and ad-free.

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• Podcast Website (www.flourishintheforeign.com)

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Recent Guests

Dr. Tayler Ava Friar
TEDx speaker, Fulbright scholar, and international bestselling author.
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Episode: Aging Abroad with Dr. Tayler Ava Friar
Keki Mwaba
Founder of Expat Career Development Services, with extensive experience as a recruiter at companies like Disney, Uber, and Reddit.
Expat Career Development Services
Episode: Navigating Career Development in Amsterdam with Keki Mwaba
Ava LaTanya Hilton
Recently retired CEO of a financial services software development firm, an experienced leader in global tech and change management, and a passionate advocate for the arts.
Hilton Advisors LLC, Playa Publishers LLC
Episode: From Detroit to Valencia with Ava LaTanya Hilton
Lori L. Tharps
Award-winning author, journalist, educator, and creator of Read, Write, and Create and previous podcast guest
Episode: Embracing a Creative Life in Malaga, Spain with Lori L. Tharps: Aging Abroad
Emely Rumble
An African-American and Puerto Rican social worker and bibliotherapist revolutionizing mental health support through literature.
Bibliotherapy in the Bronx
Episode: Reading As A Pathway to Wellness with Emely Rumble of "Bibliotherapy in the Bronx"
Thea Duncan
Founder of Doing Italy and a guide for expats moving to Italy
Doing Italy
Episode: "Doing Italy" with Thea Duncan in Milan
Heather Thomas
Coach and instructional designer earning a master's in applied psychology
Cork, Ireland
Episode: International Life and Identity in Cork, Ireland with Heather Thomas
Robin Allison Davis
An Emmy Award-winning journalist, writer, and producer who has been living in Paris since 2016.
Episode: "Surviving Paris" with Robin Allison Davis
Emmanuelle Maréchal
Multilingual digital editor passionate about digital content and social media, writes about fashion and Blackness in the European space.
Independent
Episode: Navigating Black European Identity in Southern Italy with Emmanuelle Maréchal

Host

Christine Job
Host and creator focused on empowering Black women living abroad through intentional conversations about wellness and personal growth.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 200 ratings
  • 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
  • Inspiring

    I’m so happy to have discovered this podcast! The host is a top-notch interviewer who asks questions I want answers to, & I am inspired to research living abroad! 🙌🏽💕🌍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karen Hollywood
    United States2 years ago

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Many reviews emphasize the sense of community and representation felt by the audience, resonating with their own experiences wherever they might be.
The host's calming voice and empathetic interview style create a welcoming atmosphere for exploring complex topics.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and inspiring stories shared by guests, particularly those highlighting the challenges and triumphs of Black women's experiences living abroad.

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From Detroit to Valencia with Ava LaTanya Hilton
Q: Can you share your personal definition of wellness and how it has evolved as you've lived abroad?
Ava described her definition of wellness as encompassing physical, emotional, and spiritual health, which she found renewed through her experiences in Spain, contrasting with the pressures she faced in the US.
Reading As A Pathway to Wellness with Emely Rumble of "Bibliotherapy in the Bronx"
Q: How can literature help us maintain and cultivate our cultural connections while being abroad?
Literature provides representation and affirmation, connecting children to their heritage and lineage, fostering their understanding of identity in a new cultural context.
"Doing Italy" with Thea Duncan in Milan
Q: What is your personal definition of wellness?
Thea defines wellness as a balance between financial responsibility and personal fulfillment, influenced by her Italian husband's perspective prioritizing quality of life over monetary gain.
"Doing Italy" with Thea Duncan in Milan
Q: What was your experience being pregnant and delivering your son in Italy?
Thea shared her generally positive experience with the Italian health system during her pregnancy, emphasizing her decision to give birth in Italy over the U.S. due to concerns about maternal health for Black women, as well as her support network during this time.
Navigating Black European Identity in Southern Italy with Emmanuelle Maréchal
Q: What is your personal definition of wellness?
Emmanuelle defines wellness as living where she feels most herself, which she identifies as Italy, and explains her experiences with racism in comparison to France.

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1. Dr. Tayler Ava Friar
2. Keki Mwaba
3. Ava LaTanya Hilton
4. Lori L. Tharps
5. Emely Rumble
6. Thea Duncan
7. Heather Thomas
8. Robin Allison Davis

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