International Immersion

International Immersion


Latest Episodes

FDR Flag Day Speech 1942 Discussed
July 01, 2022

In this episode of International Immersion, we discuss Franklin Delano Roosevelts Flag Day speech on June 14th, 1942. In particular, the speech's message and significance today are emphasized and its inspirational quality as well. Please let us

The War in Ukraine Three Months in!
May 27, 2022

In this episode, we revisit the war in Ukraine exactly three months from the beginning of the conflict. Starting with a recap of the conflict up until now, I then break down the causes, factors, and conditions that have created the current state of affair

Pale Blue Dot: A Thought Provoking Speech by Carl Sagan for Hope!
May 06, 2022

In this episode, we briefly break down the famous speech by Carl Sagan "Pale Blue Dot" and its tremendous message. In times like this with much happening in the world, a speech like this can be a great source of inspiration and provide an uplifting feel.

Interview with Miyuki: Host of Japan Experts Podcast
April 29, 2022

In this episode, we talk with the host of the Japan Experts Podcast Miyuki Seguchi. In detail, we discuss her life, education, travel, and work experiences all of which motivated her to start this podcast and promote further learning and travel to Japan.

Discussing the War in Ukraine
April 08, 2022

In this episode, we sit back down with a Ukrainian American and discuss the course of events from Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014 to the current conflict in Ukraine. Based on the recommendations these are three ways you can help support Ukraine: C

Ukraine Explained
April 06, 2022

In this episode, we discuss with a Native Ukrainian and now a US citizen, on Ukraine, its History, Culture, People, and more. He further breaks down the Ukrainian identity and how it has developed over time and how it differs from Russia. On top of t

What is happening in Ukraine?
March 11, 2022

In this episode, I break down what has happened in Ukraine since the Russian invasion on February 24th, 2022. Topics covered include, the course of the invasion, effects on the ground, global impact, humanitarian impact, Ukrainian resistance, future,

An Interview with a Chinese-Japanese Couple
February 18, 2022

In this episode, we sit down with a Chinese-Japanese couple and delve into the dynamics of their relationship. Specifically, we asked them the following questions to learn more. Their background How they met How they became a couple What influences

An Interview with the One Heart Worldwide Nepal Team
February 11, 2022

In this episode, we sit down with the One Heart Worldwide Nepal Team and discuss their history, organization, makeup, and future plans. You can check out their organization information here: OHW website: www.oneheartworldwide.org Like OHW on Faceb

Starting a Family During a Pandemic
January 07, 2022

In this episode, we sit down with an American couple and discuss what it was like to start a family during a pandemic. Specifically, we talk about what this couple went through in the process to start a family from initial planning, pregnancy, birth, post