The Radio Vagabond

367 A Bluebird in a Baobab: My Conversation with Jeri Lynn Johnson Russell


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In this episode of The Radio Vagabond, I sit down with Jeri Lynn Johnson Russell – a former Pan Am stewardess whose life took a dramatic turn from the skies to the villages of Africa. Over dinner in Cape Town, Jeri shares how her early travels sparked a lifelong love for adventure, how homeopathy became her calling, and how she built deep connections in the rural communities of Botswana, Eswatini, and Ghana.

We talk about the lessons she learned in Africa – about generosity, humility, and the power of community. And we reflect on how, no matter where we come from, we’re all guests on this planet – and we’re better together.

Key Takeaways

  • How Jeri’s early travels shaped her fearless curiosity about the world
  • Why homeopathy – an alternative healing system based on “like treats like” – became a cornerstone of her work in Africa
  • The unforgettable story of Olo and the word ‘LOVE’ written on a friend’s belly
  • How local healers and communities in Africa taught her the real meaning of generosity and resilience
  • Why Jeri believes we’re better with all ages, cultures, and ways of living – and how that mindset can change everything

Relevant Links

  • Jeri’s book “A Bluebird in a Baobab” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DQ61PMRG?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_3RK2Z318GBCCASDYFJH7
  • National Center for Homeopathy: https://www.homeopathycenter.org/
  • Blog post with more details and photos: https://theradiovagabond.com/365-jeri-russell
  • Danish version of the blog post: https://radiovagabond.dk/416-jeri-russell
  • The Open Nesters Podcast: https://theopennesters.com
  • Check out the brand new Nomad Summit Podcast on https://nomadsummit.com/podcast
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