Special Episode: Building Community Abroad - Black Americans in Lisbon

Here is the Black Americans In Lisbon Facebook GroupSupport this Podcast by leaving a 5 star rating or chip in any comfortable amount at Buy me a CoffeeIn this special episode of Worlds Collide, host Viktoria dives into a vibrant conversation with Diane and Nicole, the founders of the Black Americans in Lisbon community. With Juneteenth approaching, they share their inspiring journey of moving from California to Lisbon, Portugal, and how they've created a supportive network for fellow Black Americans living abroad.Diane and Nicole discuss their motivations for relocating, the cultural richness of Lisbon, and the importance of community in their new home. They reflect on their experiences navigating life in Portugal, from settling in and learning the language to building friendships and embracing local culture. Listeners will appreciate their insights into the challenges and joys of expat life, as well as the significance of celebrating their heritage in a foreign land.The episode also highlights the upcoming Juneteenth celebration they are organizing, which aims to foster connection and cultural exchange among Black Americans in Lisbon. Diane and Nicole emphasize the importance of creating a safe space for sharing experiences and supporting one another as they navigate life in a new country.If you want to support the podcast, consider leaving a 5-star rating or buying a coffee. For more information about Diane and Nicole's community, check out the show notes and links provided.Keywords: Black Americans in Lisbon, Expat Life, Juneteenth, Community Building, Cultural Exchange, Moving Abroad, Portugal, Sacramento, Language Learning, Friendship, Support Network, Expats(02:17) Diane and Nicole live in Lisbon, Portugal(07:00) What was the main reason for you to leave the United States(08:54) The process of getting the retirement visa took longer than expected(11:27) Nicole says she knew absolutely nothing about Portuguese before coming to America(12:51) How do you make friends in Portugal by having shared interests(16:39) Nicole says Lisbon is much more diverse than Porto(18:58) Black Americans in Lisbon started celebrating Juneteenth in June(22:37) Giving back Christmas is a way that we give back to our employees(26:19) Juneteenth is coming up soon. Um, how is your celebration different than this(29:18) Nicole says Portuguese food is very fresh and not overly processed(31:53) Many people will not want to leave the United States, many people will(35:31) Lisbon is very walkable from city center and from suburbs(37:36) What would you recommend to people who are thinking of moving to Lisbon(41:51) People often think their country performs better than the country they move to(45:13) Black Americans in Lisbon is a safe space for black Americans in PortugalShow notes created by https://headliner.app---🎙️ Thanks for podcasting with Headliner!