In this episode of Curlers and Conversations, host Kristina Foster sits down with her dear friend, Nadine Blom—a celebrated South African singer, speaker, radio host and author. 

Together, they delve into the challenges of balancing faith and fame, the importance of setting boundaries, and finding joy amidst life's chaos. With heartfelt stories and genuine laughter, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on living authentically in the public eye.

They discuss the challenges of maintaining authenticity in the spotlight, setting healthy boundaries, and cultivating joy amidst life's complexities.

Topics Covered:

• Balancing ministry and public life

• The importance of setting boundaries

• Dealing with public expectations and criticism

• Empowering women in leadership and ministry

• Practices for maintaining joy and purpose

  ABOUT Nadine:

  Nadine Blom. Nadine is a multi-award-winning performing artist, motivational speaker, author, and radio personality. With accolades including two South African Music Awards, a Ghoema Award, and a Bokkie Award, she's made an indelible mark on the South African music scene. Beyond her musical talents, Nadine holds a Master's degree in International Law, specializing in Human Rights and Human Trafficking. She's a passionate advocate for online safety and human rights, regularly delivering speeches nationwide to raise awareness.

Connect with Nadine Blom:

• Website: nadineblom.co.za

• Email: [email protected]

• YouTube: Nadine Blom's Channel

• Instagram: @nadineblomofficial

• Facebook: Nadine Blom

About Kristina:

Kristina Foster —missionary wife for nearly 30 years, mom to two miracle girls she raised overseas, and a woman who’s figured out faith and life are a wild, unscripted ride. 

Thru this podcast she is pulling back the curtain on her mission-field life and introducing you to her friends from all over the world along the way!

CONNECT with KRISTINA:

Website:  www.thebougiemissionary.com

Email:  [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebougiemissionary

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theboujeemissionary/

Learn about oils for free: https://planttherapy.lifestepseo.com

Buy clean Young Living products and essential oils and contribute to a South African’s business: 

 https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/referral/18040381.

Schedule a coaching session with me: https://calendly.com/hello-essentialscpt/30min

NILMDTS - Newborn Remembrance Photography : https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org

Shop my favorite clean makeup: https://350770.myshopify.com/kristinafoster

What happens when two friends from the USA pack their bags and head to South Africa for the first time? Adventure, laughter, and a whole lot of culture shock!

In this episode of Curlers and Conversations, Kristina sits down with her two fabulous friends—Dawn and Dawn—who just spent two unforgettable weeks exploring South Africa. From safaris and street markets to unexpected encounters and eye-opening cultural differences, they share their honest (and often hilarious) reactions to life at the southern tip of Africa.

🎧 Inside this episode:
✔️ The Dawns’ Top 10 biggest surprises about South Africa
✔️ Funniest tourist moments and language mix-ups
✔️ How they adjusted to new customs, food, driving, and daily life
✔️ Their favorite experiences—and what they can’t stop talking about
✔️ Why they’re already dreaming of coming back!

This lighthearted travel chat is full of real stories, genuine reactions, and tons of laugh-out-loud moments. If you love travel, culture, and seeing the world through fresh eyes, this one’s for you.

✨ Grab your coffee and come along for the ride—you might just fall in love with South Africa too!

📌 Show Notes – Connect with the Dawns

🎧 Guests:
Meet this episode’s dynamic duo of travel, adventure, and laughs—Dawn Celapino and Dawn Barthels—as they share their real-time reactions and heartwarming moments from their South African journey!

🐾 Dawn Celapino – Fitness Trainer & Adventure Lover
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: leashyourfitness.com (if applicable)

🌿 Dawn Barthels – Wellness Advocate & Essential Oils Educator
📧 Email: [email protected]
📸 Instagram: @dawns_oil_den
📘 Facebook: Dawn’s Oil Den (Public & Private Pages)
🔍 Search “Dawn’s Oil Den” on Facebook to request access to her private group and follow her public page for wellness tips and essential oil education.

Meet Your Host: Kristina Foster - The Bougie Missionary :

Kristina Foster —missionary wife for nearly 30 years, mom to two miracle girls she raised overseas, and a woman who’s figured out faith and life are a wild, unscripted ride. 

Thru this podcast she is pulling back the curtain on her mission-field life and introducing you to her friends from all over the world along the way!

Kristina’s contact details:

Website:  ⁠www.thebougiemissionary.com⁠

Email:  ⁠[email protected]⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thebougiemissionary⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theboujeemissionary/⁠

Learn about oils for free: ⁠https://planttherapy.lifestepseo.com⁠

Buy clean Young Living products and essential oils and contribute to a South African’s business: 

 ⁠https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/referral/18040381⁠.

Schedule a coaching session with me: ⁠https://calendly.com/hello-essentialscpt/30min⁠

NILMDTS - Newborn Remembrance Photography : ⁠https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org⁠

Shop my favorite clean makeup: ⁠https://350770.myshopify.com/kristinafoster⁠

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Amy Boyer Colgan, the founder of HealingTrailblazer.com, to delve into her extraordinary journey from facing life-threatening illnesses to becoming a trailblazer in holistic healing. Amy shares how her faith, determination, and exploration of alternative therapies have transformed her life and inspired her mission to help others navigate their own paths to wellness. Listeners will gain insights into the power of combining traditional medicine with holistic practices and the importance of community and support in healing.

Guest: Amy Boyer Colgan – Holistic Healing Advocate and Founder of HealingTrailblazer.com

• ​HealingTrailblazer.comFacebook , InstagramGoFund meAbout the Host: Kristina Foster —missionary wife for nearly 30 years, mom to two miracle girls she raised overseas, and a woman who’s figured out faith and life are a wild, unscripted ride. Thru this podcast she is pulling back the curtain on her mission-field life and introducing you to her friends from all over the world along the way!Kristina’s contact details:Website:  ⁠www.thebougiemissionary.com⁠Email:  ⁠[email protected]⁠Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thebougiemissionary⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theboujeemissionary/⁠Learn about oils for free: ⁠https://planttherapy.lifestepseo.com⁠Buy clean Young Living products and essential oils and contribute to a South African’s business:  ⁠https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/referral/18040381⁠.Schedule a coaching session with me: ⁠https://calendly.com/hello-essentialscpt/30min⁠NILMDTS - Newborn Remembrance Photography : ⁠https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org⁠Shop my favorite clean makeup: ⁠https://350770.myshopify.com/kristinafoster⁠

In this deeply moving and heartfelt conversation, Kristina sits down with her dear friend Lynette, the gentle force behind Sparrow’s Healing / Authentic Health & Wellness, a unique healing ministry practice in Cape Town that brings humans and animals together in a sacred space of restoration.

But this episode is about more than just healing sessions — it’s about the woman behind the work. Lynette shares her powerful journey through unimaginable loss: the passing of her husband and daughter, and how those tragedies reshaped her life, strengthened her faith, and planted the seed for the healing sanctuary she now leads.

This is a story of grace in grief, light in the darkest places, and a reminder that healing doesn’t erase pain — it transforms it. If you’ve ever felt broken, lost, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will meet you where you are.

Lynette Esson is a Health and Wellness Coach for animals and their people specialising in emotional wellness. She lives in the Western Cape, serving animals holistically in their health and wellness, anywhere in South Africa and worldwide.

🌿 Connect with Lynette

Website: https://sparrows-healing.co.za (Authentic Health & Wellness)
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @sparrows_healing

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/lynette.esson⁠
Location: Based in the Cape Winelands, South Africa
Services Offered:

• Trauma & Grief Support

• Animal Communication

• Intuitive Wellness Sessions (in-person & online)

Whether you're navigating your own grief or simply looking for deeper connection — with yourself, your pet, or the world around you — Lynette’s work is a soft place to land.

🌿 Connect with Kristina:

Kristina Foster —missionary wife for nearly 30 years, mom to two miracle girls she raised overseas, and a woman who’s figured out faith and life are a wild, unscripted ride. 

Thru this podcast she is pulling back the curtain on her mission-field life and introducing you to her friends from all over the world along the way!

Kristina’s contact details:

Website:  ⁠www.thebougiemissionary.com⁠

Email:  ⁠[email protected]⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thebougiemissionary⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theboujeemissionary/⁠

Learn about oils for free: ⁠https://planttherapy.lifestepseo.com⁠

Buy clean Young Living products and essential oils and contribute to a South African’s business: 

 ⁠https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/referral/18040381⁠.

Schedule a coaching session with me: ⁠https://calendly.com/hello-essentialscpt/30min⁠

NILMDTS - Newborn Remembrance Photography : ⁠https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org⁠

Shop my favorite clean makeup: ⁠https://350770.myshopify.com/kristinafoster⁠

Part 2: The travel hacks just keep coming! It’s part two of my convo with Faith, and we’re diving into the little-known tips and tricks that’ll totally change how you travel. From getting free water and snacks after passing security to snagging those coveted upgrades, we’re spilling the secrets you need to know. Plus, Faith and I share the best TSA tips and tricks to make your airport experience a breeze. Hit play and make your next trip smoother than ever!

Kristina & Faith’s Travel Must-Haves

You heard us gush about our go-to travel gear—now here’s the inside scoop! These are the tried-and-true essentials we actually pack, use, and swear by every trip. No fluff, just fabulous and functional faves:

Shop the links to level up your own travel game.(P.S. We may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. Win-win!)

• 💼 Hardside Carry-On Luggage – Sleek, sturdy, and glides like a dream
  👉 Shop it here
• 🎒 TUMI Backpack – Luxe, practical, and totally worth every stylish step
  👉 Grab it here
• 🧺 Packing Cubes – Because suitcase chaos is not the vibe
  👉 Get them here
• 💧 Collapsible Water Bottle – Save space, stay hydrated, repeat
  👉 Snag one here
• 🔌 Portable Charger – Dead phones at airports? Tragic.
  👉 Charge up here
• 💤 Inflatable Travel Pillow – Comfy neck support, minus the bulk
  👉 Get it here
• 🧗‍♀️ Carabiner Clip – Clip your bottle, hat, or sanity
  👉 Add to cart here
• 🧣 Cashmere Travel Wrap – Blanket, shawl, and first-class vibes—even in coach
  👉 Feel the cozy here
• 💍 Travel Jewelry Box – Tiny, tidy, and tangle-free—just how we like it
  👉 Shop it here

About my co-host:

Faith Coffman is a seasoned traveler, fellow missionary, mom, wife and business owner who splits her time between Southern California and Cape Town, South Africa. With a knack for finding the perfect balance between style and functionality, Faith shares her travel experiences and tips that she has learned over the years while traveling the world.

Kristina Foster —missionary wife for nearly 30 years, mom to two miracle girls she raised overseas, and a woman who’s figured out faith and life are a wild, unscripted ride. 

Thru this podcast she is pulling back the curtain on her mission-field life and introducing you to her friends from all over the world along the way!

Let’s Connect:

Loved this episode? Take a screenshot, tag us on Instagram, and let us know what YOUR best travel hacks are!

Kristina’s contact details:

Website:  ⁠www.thebougiemissionary.com⁠

Email:  ⁠[email protected]⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thebougiemissionary⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theboujeemissionary/⁠

Learn about oils for free: ⁠https://planttherapy.lifestepseo.com⁠

Buy clean Young Living products and essential oils and contribute to a South African’s business: 

 ⁠https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/referral/18040381⁠.

Schedule a coaching session with me: ⁠https://calendly.com/hello-essentialscpt/30min⁠

NILMDTS - Newborn Remembrance Photography : ⁠https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org⁠

Shop my favorite clean makeup: ⁠https://350770.myshopify.com/kristinafoster⁠

In this episode of Curlers and Conversations, Kristina and Faith share how they actually pack for international travel. You can learn from YouTube... or you can learn from us. We’ve packed for every kind of trip—from bougie hotels to bug spray situations—and we’re sharing what makes the cut every time. Practical? Mostly. Extra? Always. In this episode, we’re spilling the zippered tea on our must-haves, can’t-live-withouts, and the oddball items that have earned permanent packing status. It’s honest, it’s a little ridiculous—and it might just change how you pack for good.

🛍️ Kristina & Faith’s Travel Must-Haves

You heard us gush about our go-to travel gear—now here’s the inside scoop! These are the tried-and-true essentials we actually pack, use, and swear by every trip. No fluff, just fabulous and functional faves:

• 💼 Hardside Carry-On Luggage – Sleek, sturdy, and glides like a dream
  👉 Shop it here

• 🎒 TUMI Backpack – Luxe, practical, and totally worth every stylish step
  👉 Grab it here

• 🧺 Packing Cubes – Because suitcase chaos is not the vibe
  👉 Get them here

• 💧 Collapsible Water Bottle – Save space, stay hydrated, repeat
  👉 Snag one here

• 🔌 Portable Charger – Dead phones at airports? Tragic.
  👉 Charge up here

• 💤 Inflatable Travel Pillow – Comfy neck support, minus the bulk
  👉 Get it here

• 🧗‍♀️ Carabiner Clip – Clip your bottle, hat, or sanity
  👉 Add to cart here

• 🧣 Cashmere Travel Wrap – Blanket, shawl, and first-class vibes—even in coach
  👉 Feel the cozy here

• 💍 Travel Jewelry Box – Tiny, tidy, and tangle-free—just how we like it
  👉 Shop it here

About my co-host:

Faith Coffman is a seasoned traveler, fellow missionary, mom, wife and business owner who splits her time between Southern California and Cape Town, South Africa. With a knack for finding the perfect balance between style and functionality, Faith shares her travel experiences and tips that she has learned over the years while traveling the world.

Kristina Foster —missionary wife for nearly 30 years, mom to two miracle girls she raised overseas, and a woman who’s figured out faith and life are a wild, unscripted ride. 

Thru this podcast she is pulling back the curtain on her mission-field life and introducing you to her friends from all over the world along the way!

Let’s Connect:

Loved this episode? Take a screenshot, tag us on Instagram, and let us know what YOUR carry-on confessions are!

Kristina’s contact details:

Website:  ⁠www.thebougiemissionary.com⁠

Email:  ⁠[email protected]⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thebougiemissionary⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theboujeemissionary/⁠

Learn about oils for free: ⁠https://planttherapy.lifestepseo.com⁠

Buy clean Young Living products and essential oils and contribute to a South African’s business: 

 ⁠https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/referral/18040381⁠.

Schedule a coaching session with me: ⁠https://calendly.com/hello-essentialscpt/30min⁠

NILMDTS - Newborn Remembrance Photography : ⁠https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org⁠

Shop my favorite clean makeup: ⁠https://350770.myshopify.com/kristinafoster⁠

In this heart-to-heart episode, Kristina Foster and guest Lynette peel back the layers of invisible pressure that many women in ministry silently carry.

From the “suffering servant” mindset to the glass-bowl expectations of missionary life, they challenge the belief that being called to ministry means living in constant lack.

Get ready to explore:

• The real reason burnout is so common among ministry women

• Why abundance isn’t the opposite of humility—it’s a reflection of God’s character

• Three powerful mindset shifts to help you serve with joy, not just obligation

This episode is your permission slip to stop surviving and start thriving in the calling God has placed on your life.

🎧 Listen now and let’s start filling your cup again.

Kristina Foster —missionary wife for nearly 30 years, mom to two miracle girls she raised overseas, and a woman who’s figured out faith and life are a wild, unscripted ride. 

Thru this podcast she is pulling back the curtain on her mission-field life and introducing you to her friends from all over the world along the way!

Kristina’s contact details:

Website:  ⁠www.thebougiemissionary.com⁠

Email:  ⁠[email protected]⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thebougiemissionary⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theboujeemissionary/⁠

Learn about oils for free: ⁠https://planttherapy.lifestepseo.com⁠

Buy clean Young Living products and essential oils and contribute to a South African’s business: 

 ⁠https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/referral/18040381⁠.

Schedule a coaching session with me: ⁠https://calendly.com/hello-essentialscpt/30min⁠

NILMDTS - Newborn Remembrance Photography : ⁠https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org⁠

Shop my favorite clean makeup: ⁠https://350770.myshopify.com/kristinafoster⁠

Lynette’s contact details: 

Lynette Esson is a Health and Wellness Coach for animals and their people specialising in emotional wellness. She lives in the Western Cape, serving animals holistically in their health and wellness, anywhere in South Africa and worldwide.

Website: ⁠https://sparrows-healing.co.za⁠ (Authentic Healing & Wellness)

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/lynette.esson⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lynetteesson/⁠

Episode 1: “Wait… Missionaries Can Be Bougie?”

Can you be a missionary and a little bougie? In this first episode of CURLERS & CONVERSATIONS, my co-host and I dive into the hilarious and unexpected cultural differences we’ve experienced and unpack the meaning of the word bougie. Spoiler alert: It’s not just about lattes and designer bags!

I’m sharing why I proudly call myself The Bougie Missionary, how faith and a love for life’s little luxuries can coexist, and why breaking stereotypes is part of my mission. So grab your coffee (or tea), get comfy, and let’s have some fun with this one!

Kristina Foster —missionary wife for nearly 30 years, mom to two miracle girls she raised overseas, and a woman who’s figured out faith and life are a wild, unscripted ride. 

Thru this podcast she is pulling back the curtain on her mission-field life and introducing you to her friends from all over the world along the way!

Kristina’s contact details:

Website:  www.thebougiemissionary.com

Email:  [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebougiemissionary

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theboujeemissionary/

Learn about oils for free: https://planttherapy.lifestepseo.com

Buy clean Young Living products and essential oils and contribute to a South African’s business: 

 https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/referral/18040381.

Schedule a coaching session with me: https://calendly.com/hello-essentialscpt/30min

NILMDTS - Newborn Remembrance Photography : https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org

Shop my favorite clean makeup: https://350770.myshopify.com/kristinafoster

Lynette’s contact details: 

Lynette Esson is a Health and Wellness Coach for animals and their people specialising in emotional wellness. She lives in the Western Cape, serving animals holistically in their health and wellness, anywhere in South Africa and worldwide.

Website: https://sparrows-healing.co.za (Authentic Healing & Wellness)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynette.esson

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynetteesson/