An Immigrant’s Life

Oct 15 2024 211 ep. 60 mins 4
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A storytelling podcast about immigrants, immigration, and everything in between. On this podcast, we’ll talk about immigration stories, growing up with immigrant parents, and people’s relationships with immigrants.

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Wild at Heart: Shital Patel

Oct 15 2024 54 mins  
Shital Patel a world traveler and one of my favorite people, is today's podcast guest! Once a Safari Rani, she now navigates the vibrant streets of Ottawa. As a first-generation kid, she embodies the spirit of adventure and the transformative effects of travel. Shital believes solo travel is the best way to explore the world, encouraging openness and curiosity along the journey. Jo

The Daddest Man Alive: Jet Labrador

Oct 07 2024 62 mins  
Excited to welcome my brother, Jet Labrador, back to the podcast! This time, he’s diving into the incredible journey of becoming a new dad. From the dreams he has for his little one to the fears that keep him up at night, Jet shares it all. We chat about the challenges of balancing his passion for comic book portrait art with fatherhood and the moments that fill him with joy. Whe

Be True to Yourself: Johnny F. Kim

Sep 30 2024 59 mins  
In this episode, I welcome back my good friend Johnny F. Kim to discuss his journey after being laid off from a job he loved, which led him back to his creative roots. While the experience initially shook him, it ultimately opened doors to newfound freedom and inspiration. We explore his passion for jumping rope, how it helps him manage anxiety, and why he advocates for it. Johnny

In Between Diversity and Belonging: Shayne Nuesca

Sep 23 2024 57 mins  
Meet Shayne Nuesca an award-winning journalist whose journey into the field was entirely unexpected. Growing up with limited parental guidance, she faced imposter syndrome rooted in a childhood where affection often took a backseat to her immigrant parents' relentless work ethic. Her experiences in a diverse community starkly contrasted with life in a less diverse setting, ign

The Power of Self-Trust: Amir Timur

Sep 16 2024 49 mins  
In this episode, we delve into the transformative journey of Amir Timur IT Manager who navigated the darkness of racism and personal struggle to discover his path to healing. Timur’s story is one of profound self-discovery, where he initially distanced himself from his family to confront his inner demons through shadow work, therapy, self-reflection, and meditation. Despite his p

Breaking Barriers: Angela Lawrence

Sep 09 2024 49 mins  
Angela Lawrence is a Business consultant who perfectly embodies the third culture kid experience, having lived her early life in India and rest in Houston. Her frequent moves taught her adaptability and connecting with diverse people. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, she left a good opportunity in New York to start a consulting business in Houston, aiming to support small immig

Flavors of Immigration: Téa Ivanovic

Sep 02 2024 25 mins  
Téa Ivanovic, Co-founder of Immigrant Food, shares her journey and the secret to her success as a restaurateur. She discusses her involvement with Immigrant Food and the restaurant's goal of celebrating immigrants through cuisine. Téa explains their projects that support immigrant communities and highlights America as the original immigrant nation. She also emphasizes the crucial

Speak Your Language: Chachie Abara

Aug 26 2024 53 mins  
Chachie Abara is dedicated community organizer with Kasamahan Co champions mental health and cultural preservation. Despite relocating to Hawaii, she remains committed to speaking Ilocano to honor her heritage and keep her native dialect alive. Chachie sheds light on native Hawaiian views towards Filipinos and reflects on the profound feeling of not belonging during her visit to th

Son of Chinatown: William Gee Wong

Aug 19 2024 56 mins  
William Gee Wong, a journalist and author, joined the podcast to discuss his recent book, “Sons of Chinatown”. The book intertwines his father's immigrant experiences with his own, highlighting a successful immigration story that began with his father arriving in the U.S. with false documents. We also explored America's contradictory relationship with immigrants and examined th

Talking is Healing: Elda Almario

Aug 12 2024 61 mins  
Elda Almario, a dedicated therapist, founded Larô Therapy to emphasize the importance of play and its therapeutic benefits. Her journey into therapy was deeply influenced by her experience as her autistic younger brother's caregiver, which sparked her passion for mental health. Elda also discusses how her immigration experience has shaped her practice and her commitment to advocat