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​Episode 16: Julissa Arce on the power of sharing untold stories | Released: July 21, 2020 | 32 mins | Play ▶
LA based writer and activist Julissa Arce shares her story as an undocumented immigrant - giving voice to millions of untold stories in the United States.
To find out more about the scholarship program mentioned on this episode, visit Ascend Educational Fund. 

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Episode 15: Suzie Afridi on finding home in our new world | Released: May 8, 2020 | 33 mins | Play ▶
NYC based comedian and storyteller Suzie Afridi shows us how to find home amid chaos and uncertainty. 
Follow Suzie on Instagram and Twitter @suziesaysso to see what she's up to!


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Episode 14: Edith Gonzalez on the familial stories that we hold on to | Released: April 7, 2020 | 32 mins | Play ▶
NYC based storyteller Edith Gonzalez juggled between two cultures growing up. Has she passed the relevant skills to her teenager son, to also navigate such a world? 
Follow Edith on Instagram @egon.the.great to see her upcoming shows!

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​Episode 13: Alejandra Cano on giving and receiving second chance in life | Released: March 3, 2020 | 32 mins | Play ▶
Chicago based activist and storyteller Alejandra Cano is back in civil court this month to answer charges for mistakes she made and paid for years past. As immigrants and refugees, can we ever expect a second chance in life? You can follow Alejandra's ongoing case with #standwithAlejandra, or with us, at 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
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​Episode 12: Buki Omoseni on the gift of kindness | Released: February 18, 2020 | 35 mins | Play ▶
Chicago based storyteller Buki Omoseni moved around quite a bit as a child and into her adulthood. But what happens when she moves to the quieter city of Rochester, Minnesota ?

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​Episode 11: Season 2 Premiere - David Quach & Nate Charles Troisi | Released: February 4, 2020 | 19 mins | Play ▶
Season 2 premieres with two laugh out loud stories by Chicago storyteller David Quach, and award winning director and actor Nate Charles Troisi. Both originally from Australia, David and Nate Charles' stories are sure to touch your heart.

​Listen to the first episode of season 2 on your favorite podcast app.

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​Episode 10: Annie Tan on living fully in her two worlds | Released: October 7, 2019 | 42 mins | Play ▶
New York City based storyteller Annie Tan on the delicate balance between meeting her immigrant parents’ expectations, and finding her own way.

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​Episode 9: Alana Murphy on going the extra mile, for what she believes in | Released: October 1, 2019 | 34 mins | Play
Chicago based storyteller Alana Murphy shares her experience working as a refugee advocate, and the history of the US Refugee Admissions Program. 
You can find out more about Alana's work at BeautifulCrossing.com. Listen to her story/interview on your favorite podcast app.

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​Episode 8: Danny Forster on finding meaning and connection | Released: August 13, 2019 | 30 mins | Play ▶
New York City architect and storyteller Danny Forster connects with his immigration story, in his moment of grief and loss.

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​Episode 7: Martha Ruiz-Perilla on overcoming prejudice and inequality | Released: August 6, 2019 | 29 mins | Play ▶
New York City artist and storyteller Martha Ruiz-Perilla shares her immigration story to the United States as an au pair, before leaving for NYC to pursue her heart's calling.

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​Episode 6: Kristen Rader on choosing empathy and understanding for those seeking shelter in the United States | Released: July 30, 2019 | 32 mins | Play ▶
Chicago based writer Kristen Rader shares her Spanish immigration story - generously opening our conversation on finding empathy for those seeking shelter and safety in the United States, while checking one's privilege.

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​Episode 5: Jitesh Jaggi on resistance based on love not hate | Released: July 23, 2019 | 27 mins | Play ▶
Chicago storyteller Jitesh Jaggi shares his funny and heartwarming story on his first encounter with winter in Chicago, bringing attention to the multitude of needs of the immigrant community.
You can reach Jitesh by email [email protected].

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Episode 4: Michele Carlo as a fish out of agua | Released: July 16, 2019 | 30 mins | Play ▶
NYC storyteller Michele Carlo shares what it's like to grow up States-side redheaded Nuyorican. ​

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​Episode 3: David Hu on growing up between cultures, and embracing America’s favorite sandwich | Released: July 9, 2019 | 30 mins | Play ▶
Brooklyn-based storyteller David Hu talks honestly on race and trying to fit in, while growing up in the Bronx.

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​Episode 2: Robin Bady on unity and honor, over division and prejudice | Released: July 2, 2019 | 31 mins | Play ▶
Brooklyn-based storyteller Robin Bady shares her views on antisemitism and other types of discrimination in America. And as she poignantly notes, bridging groups and uniting families is a beautiful picture that America paints.

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Episode 1: Nimisha Ladva on the border that divides us | Released: June 24, 2019 | 30 mins | Play ▶
In this episode, Philadelphia based storyteller Nimisha Ladva talks honestly about race in the United States, and as it relates to the immigrant community.
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Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast - 
coming soon! (Released: June 24, 2019; 2 mins)… Coming Summer 2019, Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast brings listeners stories from 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories storytelling show. 
(click here to hear a preview of the podcast)

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