Episode #220: Christine Job Interviews Jackie Omotalde on the “Flourish in the Foreign” Podcast

Episode Summary

On this episode, Matt passes the mic and, instead of interviewing the guest himself, he publishes an episode of the “Flourish in the Foreign” podcast, where Christine Job interviews Jackie Omotalde.  Jackie begins by reflecting on her first study abroad experience in Germany at age 16, and then talks about attending Spellman College and explains the impact of HBCUs. Next, she discusses her professional trajectory that led her to live and work in Ethiopia.  Jackie then shares her experience living in Indonesia on a Fulbright scholarship, as well as lessons from her time working in Silicon Valley.  She also reflects on nomading as a Black woman, dating abroad, and traveling the world with her daughter.  Jackie then discusses Black American vs. African identity dynamics, especially when living on the continent of Africa.  She also talks about learning and speaking foreign languages, and how living abroad fits into her overall financial plan.  Jackie then shares advice specifically for Black women that aspire to live abroad or who are already traveling the world.  And, finally, she reflects on how her “slow-mad” travel style contributes to her wellness.  FULL SHOW NOTES AVAILABLE AT: www.TheMaverickShow.com

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Christine Job

Christine Job is a location independent entrepreneur, business strategist, and award winning podcast host. Originally from Atlanta, Christine is currently based in Valencia, Spain. Her podcast “Flourish in the Foreign” celebrates, elevates, and affirms the voices & stories of Black women living & thriving abroad, while also exploring world travel as a pathway to wellness. “Flourish in the Foreign” won the “Best International Podcast” award at the 2021 Black Podcasting Awards, was shortlisted at the 2021 International Women’s Podcasting Awards, and was featured by Apple Podcasts in their 2023 Black History Month Collection.

What You'll Learn
  • Advice for Black Women who are Thinking About Nomading or Moving Abroad
  • How to Make a Nomadic Lifestyle Part of Your Overall Financial Plan
  • How a “Slowmad” Travel Style Can Contribute to Your Overall Wellness
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[0:04] Shout Outs to Black Travel Creators, Shows, Communities, and Businesses

[4:01] Introducing Christine Job and the “Flourish in the Foreign” Podcast

[5:54] Introducing Jackie Omutalade

[8:31] Reflections on Living Abroad in Germany at Age 16

[10:56] Attending Spellman College and the Impact of an HBCUs

[13:21] Jackie’s Professional Trajectory

[14:49] Living and Working in Ethiopia

[18:42] Living in Indonesia on a Fulbright Scholarship

[24:24] Living and Working in Silicon Valley

[26:51] Reflections on Nomading as a Black Woman

[29:10] Jackie’s Experience Dating Abroad

[32:30] Nomading as a Single Mother with her Daughter

[34:21] Reflections on Black American vs African Identity Dynamics

[39:16] Learning and Speaking Foreign Languages

[41:56] How Living Abroad Fits Into Her Financial Plan

[46:54] Advice for Black Women who are Thinking About Moving Abroad

[53:58] How her “Slowmad” Travel Style Contributes to Her Wellness

[56:59] Follow and Connect with Jackie

[57:24] Follow and Connect with Christine