Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad

Christine Job

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 fullness of who you are and the richness of the world around you. In each episode, Christine Job, your guide, fellow world traveler and immigrant, shares stories of Black women who've left the familiar behind and chosen to thrive in the foreign. These are women who, through migration, have carved out spaces of wellness and possibility in cities and countries far from home—seeking not just a change in location, but in lifestyle, mindset, and legacy. Flourish in the Foreign is an invitation—to embrace discomfort, to welcome transformation, to explore what it means to live well, and to move intentionally through the world, regardless of where you are. It's a journey of wellness outside of your cultural context that transcends borders. Christine's own journey, shaped by her life in Spain since 2017, is woven throughout this podcast, alongside the wisdom and stories of over 100 Black women who have built lives of meaning and wellness abroad. From the personal to the universal, Flourish in the Foreign offers a vision for what it means to move through the world as Black women, with grace, curiosity, and a clear vision of a life well lived. If you're yearning to move abroad, to build something deeper for yourself, or to simply live more intentionally in a world that often feels out of tune with your needs—this is the podcast for you. Remember: It's not about moving abroad. It's not about being abroad. It's about thriving abroad. It's about flourishing abroad. Go Abroad and Cultivate A Life Well-Lived Visit www.flourishintheforeign.com to connect with our community and follow us on social @flourishforeign.

  1. 05/01/2025

    Ask 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 Foreign Book Aging and Beauty Abroad   Resources Mentioned: Financial Resources: Acquania Escarne's "Build Wealth Abroad" (Flourish in the Foreign YouTube channel) Tanya Munford Pitts' "Expat Tax Solutions" (Flourish in the Foreign YouTube channel) Financial Wellness Abroad (Compilation, Season 1 Episode 59 )     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   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 Intention S1 E 33: Dating Abroad Pt. 1 S1 E 47: Go Abroad & Cultivate A Life Well Lived S1 E 59: Financial Wellness Abroad S2 E 10: Does Moving Abroad = A Soft Life S2 E 14: Healthcare Abroad Pt. 1 S2 E 17: Black Pregnancy Abroad S2 E 19: Black Motherhood Abroad Pt. 1 S4 E 12: Ask Me Anything- 100th Episode S4 E 21: Living in Spain Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations

    1h 4m
  2. 04/14/2025

    Embracing a Creative Life in Malaga, Spain with Lori L. Tharps: Aging Abroad

    Special Series: Aging Abroad  In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, past podcast guest Lori L.Tharps shares her journey of moving to Spain with her family and the challenges and triumphs they faced over the years. She reflects on her son's educational struggles and successes, her daughter's adaptation to Spanish life, and the cultural differences they've embraced. Lori discusses her professional shift from academia to creating a community for BIPOC women writers and her achievements in fostering creative connections. She candidly speaks about the concept of aging, both personally and for her family, and highlights the importance of wellness, self-care, and planning for the future.  This Episode Covers: Settling into Life in Spain  Launching a Child into University  Affirming Black Identity Abroad  Motherhood Abroad: Evolution and Reflections  Professional Evolution and Leaving Academia  Pursuing a Creative Life Abroad  Building a Writing Community  Reflections on Aging 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 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations

    1h 23m
  3. 03/17/2025

    "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   This Episode Covers:  The Decision to Move to Paris First-Year Challenges and Triumphs Navigating the French Job Market Navigating Medical Challenges Abroad Writing a Memoir: Surviving Paris Dating Experiences in Paris Becoming a French Citizen   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       Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flourish-in-the-foreign-black-women-living-and-thriving-abroad/donations

    1h 8m

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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 fullness of who you are and the richness of the world around you. In each episode, Christine Job, your guide, fellow world traveler and immigrant, shares stories of Black women who've left the familiar behind and chosen to thrive in the foreign. These are women who, through migration, have carved out spaces of wellness and possibility in cities and countries far from home—seeking not just a change in location, but in lifestyle, mindset, and legacy. Flourish in the Foreign is an invitation—to embrace discomfort, to welcome transformation, to explore what it means to live well, and to move intentionally through the world, regardless of where you are. It's a journey of wellness outside of your cultural context that transcends borders. Christine's own journey, shaped by her life in Spain since 2017, is woven throughout this podcast, alongside the wisdom and stories of over 100 Black women who have built lives of meaning and wellness abroad. From the personal to the universal, Flourish in the Foreign offers a vision for what it means to move through the world as Black women, with grace, curiosity, and a clear vision of a life well lived. If you're yearning to move abroad, to build something deeper for yourself, or to simply live more intentionally in a world that often feels out of tune with your needs—this is the podcast for you. Remember: It's not about moving abroad. It's not about being abroad. It's about thriving abroad. It's about flourishing abroad. Go Abroad and Cultivate A Life Well-Lived Visit www.flourishintheforeign.com to connect with our community and follow us on social @flourishforeign.

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