Blaxit Global
Chrishan Wright
Welcome to Blaxit Global, a bi-weekly podcast featuring inspiring conversations with trailblazing Black expats who out of fear or frustration, left their country of origin to live out their wildest dreams abroad.
The podcast also chronicles the journey of host Chrishan Wright who made her Blaxit from the United States to Portugal. The show delves into topics of Blackness, oppression, cultural transition, economic opportunity, and other issues facing people of the African diaspora.
Each episode is designed to demystify the planning and process of moving abroad by showcasing the triumphs and resiliency of Black expats. You’ve heard the term, now be inspired by the movement!
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Season 2 Finale: The Road to Wellness
Blaxit Global
06/14/21 • 17 min
Season 2 wraps with a solo episode providing an update on my Blaxit journey and highlighting some key themes from this season, including the importance of wellness. I also shed some light on the challenges and loss my family and I have been experiencing in 2021.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
Project You
Blaxit Global Costa Rica Episodes:
Alexis O'Reilly - Pura Vida in Costa Rica (Season 1)
Raychelle Heath - Mindfulness and Meditation (Season 2)
Chrishan on Black Women Travels Podcast
Blaxit Global: 20 Best Process Planning Podcasts of 2021 - Welp Magazine
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Alexis O'Reilly: Pura Vida in Costa Rica
Blaxit Global
09/28/20 • 22 min
After Alexis O’Reilly and her family literally became sick from the effects of workplace marginalization and a sedentary lifestyle in the States, what started off as a 1-year sabbatical ended up with the family discovering the health and wellness they desperately craved in the jungles of Costa Rica.
Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Alexis is now an Integrative Health & Wellness Coach in Nosara, Costa Rica. This new role connects various facets of wellness that many individuals need in terms of education, motivation, and advocacy to find success. Today, her coaching has helped many clients transform their lives by being a supportive mentor and wellness advocate to help women feel their best through food and lifestyle changes.
Alexis’ Blaxit Blueprint:
1. Pay Attention to the Signs: While Alexis and her husband had achieved success in their chosen professions, the stress of their lifestyle began taking a toll on their health. The birth of their son served as the impetus for a re-evaluation of what was important in life.
2. Turn Your Mess Into Your Message: Once in Costa Rica, Alexis re-evaluated the foods she and her family consumed. Her research led her to become a successful integrated health and wellness coach.
3. Perfecting the Pivot: Due to the pandemic, Alexis has pivoted her business model into a virtual one and expanded her clientele and offerings. In 2021, she plans to open a multi-purpose facility in Costa Rica offering her own herbal and botanical ingredients onsite while hosting retreats in partnership with plant medicine practitioners, along with physical and mental health wellness professionals.
Connect with Alexis:
Wellness By Alexis: https://www.wellnessbyalexis.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-o-reilly-69386a7
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisoreillywellness/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellnessbyalexis20/
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Bonus Mini Episode: The Power to Choose
Blaxit Global
12/28/21 • 4 min
In this bonus mini-episode of the Blaxit Global podcast, we hear from several of our guests on the power of choice.
Guests featured: Deirdre Amola, TaNesha Barnes, Christine Job, Shar Wynter, Michelle Wedderburn
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Phil - The Blerd Explorer: ESL in Incheon
Blaxit Global
01/18/21 • 30 min
Phil "The Blerd Explorer", is an ESL teacher in Incheon, South Korea. Born on a military base in Mississippi, he grew up in Alabama, Washington, and South Carolina before seeing an ad to become a teacher in South Korea. He’s the author of The Black Traveler’s Guide to Incheon, South Korea, and uses his travel content to encourage the Black community to get out of their comfort zone and see the world. Hear the ups and downs of teaching ESL in South Korea, the Korean language barrier and transportation tips, and what you can expect when moving to Asia.
Phil's Blaxit Blueprint:
1) Get Clear About What You Don't Want: Phil always had a love of travel and wanted to travel on his own terms. He knew that he did not want to pursue the military as a pathway to traveling abroad. Becoming an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher provided the opportunity to move abroad.
2) Understanding the System: Being an ESL teacher in South Korea comes with its own set of challenges including navigating "the system" as it relates to the different types of employment options. Phil has had his share of unpleasant employment experiences but it hasn't deterred him from enjoying his time in South Korea.
3) Creating New Opportunities: Given the requirements of his visa, Phil cannot create a secondary income stream which became a challenge after becoming furloughed due to the pandemic. Phil was able to think outside of the box and channel his love of Incheon to help other Black travelers into "The Black Traveler's Guide to Incheon, South Korea". The book served as a creative outlet as well as providing some income for him as he awaits reinstatement at his job. Buy The Black Traveler's Guide to Incheon South Korea on Amazon
Follow Phil, "The Blerd Explorer" on Instagram: @the_blerd_explorer
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Shantel Asante-Kissi: Better in Brussels
Blaxit Global
01/04/21 • 56 min
Shantel Asante-Kissi is a real estate developer who has lived all over the world. Born and raised in Chicago, she’s spent time in Wisconsin, North Carolina, and New Jersey before relocating to Brussels, Belgium with her husband of 25 years and two children. She has completely caught the travel bug in Europe and uses travel as a way to educate her children. Hear how her experience was getting started in Belgium, the biggest lifestyle changes compared to the U.S. and navigating the financial and tax landscape.
Shantel's Blaxit Blueprint:
1. Declaring Your Intention: Shantel recognized that the racial climate in the U.S. was not the best environment to enable her children to flourish. The safety of Brussels and its proximity to many other countries within Europe now serves as the backdrop of their global classroom.
2. Get the Support You Need: Shantel and her husband have developed a rhythm over the course of their 25-year marriage. Part of what enables them to manage extended time away from one another includes encouraging Shantel to get the help she needs. Shantel credits this for her ability to adapt and adjust to change.
3. Family Motto: The Kissi family motto continues to guide their life pursuits, "connect to as many people and places as possible and you'll identify your passions". Shantel is enjoying this new phase of her life as a trailing spouse and fully embraces what lies ahead.
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Marsha Ganthier: La vie à Paris
Blaxit Global
10/26/20 • 32 min
Marsha Ganthier is a marketing executive with 10+ years of healthcare industry experience. Born and raised in a small town in New Jersey, her Haitian upbringing left her feeling drawn to the Francophile part of her culture. Marsha caught the travel bug early and even spent some time abroad while finishing up her International Marketing degree. Living in Europe always felt like a natural next step and she realized that destiny three years ago when she moved to Paris, France. Her passions include her 7 year-old poodle Max, cooking, eating diverse cuisines, and traveling the world.
Marsha's Blaxit Blueprint
1. Embrace Your Heritage: Marsha's Haitian upbringing served as the foundation for her interest in living in France. As a Francophile, Marsha's drive to immerse herself in French culture was nurtured by her supportive family.
2. Design Your Destiny: Studying in Paris while pursuing her International Marketing degree, further ignited Marsha's desire to live in the 'City of Lights'. Even though she returned to the States to work in the healthcare industry for several years, Marsha never gave up on her goal. Her persistence paid off when she landed a role in Paris.
3. Resolute Resilience: Relocating to France came with its set of challenges including navigating the visa process, language, taxes, along with adjusting to business and cultural norms. Throughout it all, Marsha's resilience and commitment to living out her dream have enabled her to succeed even during the most trying times.
To read about my time visiting Marsha in Paris, check out "The Language of Learning".
Mentioned in this episode:
Move Abroad Mastercourse - Enrollment ends November 6th!
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Nii Armah & Kristin Tellis Quaye: Greatness in Ghana
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11/09/20 • 47 min
Nii Armah Quaye and Kristin Tellis Quaye are the founders of Certified Africa. A travel and lifestyle company that is assisting the African Diaspora to travel, relocate, and start businesses in Ghana and other African countries. They are a Ghanaian and African-American/Caribbean couple. Nii was born and raised in Ghana for 25 plus years before moving to America and making a conscious decision to go back and do business. Kristin has lived, studied, and worked in Ghana for extended periods of time and has started several businesses with her husband Nii in Ghana. They live between Ghana and the States as they build a bridge between the African Diaspora and Africa.
Nii & Kristin’s Blaxit Blueprint:
1. Manage Your Mindset - Kristin and Nii encourage those who are considering relocating to the Motherland to begin their journey by doing some internal work on their mindset and managing expectations so as not to carry maladaptive western beliefs to Africa.
2. Be Relational - Unlike America, Ghana (and the Continent) is all about relationships. Utilizing a trusted partner, like Certified Africa, to establish connections will make your journey go much smoother.
3. Economic Opportunity - Ghana offers an incredible amount of opportunity for members of the diaspora. From entrepreneurship to land ownership, the possibilities are endless. The goal should always be to enrich Ghana (Africa), not to take from it.
Resources Mentioned:
Audible - 30-day free trial
NYE in the Motherland; Beyond the Return- Save 10% with the code "BlaxitGlobal"
Blaxit Global - The Sessions: Going to Ghana with Nii Armah & Kristin Tellis Quaye of Certified Africa
Learn More about Certified Africa at www.certifiedafrica.com.
Follow Certified Africa on Instagram www.instagram.com/certifiedafrica and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/certifiedafrica.
Subscribe to Certified Africa on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxxHZD9h2hIil14xTu7OQzA
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Amber Johns: An American in Paris
Blaxit Global
06/13/22 • 44 min
Amber Johns is a principal at A.Johns Global and her practice focuses on international business strategy and compliance. She specializes in developing international operation strategies and compliance programs for multinational companies, particularly, between the United States, Europe, and Africa.
Originally from California, at an early age, Amber knew that a life in Europe would be part of her future. Hear her talk about how she managed through a multitude of challenges along her journey abroad including language, office culture, and what it means to be bi-continental.
Mentioned in the Episode: More Than Enough: Claiming Space for Who You Are (No Matter What They Say) by Elaine Welteroth
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A. Johns Global - www.ajohnsglobal.com
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Season 1 Finale: Casting Your Vision
Blaxit Global
11/23/20 • 22 min
The Season 1 finale of the Blaxit Global podcast is dedicated to helping you cast the vision for your new life abroad. Host Chrishan Wright shares her three takeaways from the first season of the show, along with updates on her own Blaxit journey.
Season 1 Takeaways:
- Mindset - Take this time to focus on your mindset. Journal your feelings and beliefs to help you unlock your limitless potential. You are worthy of living the life of your dreams.
- Control - With so many areas of our lives that feel out of control, it is often difficult to gain control. The things you can control are organizing your finances and set some goals for the upcoming year. This will help increase the likelihood of you having a successful move abroad.
- Passion - The road abroad is different for each person yet the common ground among all of our guests was finding the nexus between their passion and their purpose. Discover what lights you up and begin to cast a vision for your new life. Creating a vision board is helpful to visualize the reality that you seek.
"Faith is taking the first the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase."
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Season 2 of the Blaxit Global podcast will air on January 4, 2021!
Mentioned in this episode:
Audible – 30-day free trial
Lucinda Cross' Activate Your Vision Board Kit
Sistahs Connect Podcast
Podcast to Empower
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Adalia Aborisade: Money Moves in Mexico City
Blaxit Global
04/04/22 • 41 min
Adalia Aborisade is a veteran educator, world traveler, and coach. After reaching financial independence on a teacher’s salary, she packed up her then 15-year-old daughter, canine sidekick, and sewing machine for a move to Honduras and has never looked back. Adalia now calls Mexico City home.
In our conversation, Adalia discusses her decision to move abroad, life in Mexico City, financial independence, and staying connected to her grandchildren.
Grab Adalia's Move Abroad Checklist: http://bit.ly/Move-Abroad
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Learn more about Adalia's Get Started Investing! Challenge & Financial Confidence Boot Camp at PickyGirlTravelstheWorld.com
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How many episodes does Blaxit Global have?
Blaxit Global currently has 72 episodes available.
What topics does Blaxit Global cover?
The podcast is about Expat, Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Personal Journals, Podcasts and Travel.
What is the most popular episode on Blaxit Global?
The episode title 'Season 2 Finale: The Road to Wellness' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Blaxit Global?
The average episode length on Blaxit Global is 45 minutes.
How often are episodes of Blaxit Global released?
Episodes of Blaxit Global are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Blaxit Global?
The first episode of Blaxit Global was released on Aug 3, 2020.
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