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Latest Episodes

The Quiet Violence of Language
December 05, 2023

Inspired by the ongoing suffering in Palestine, this episode explores language's power and potential harm. Words arent harmless and are often dangerous. Slight differences in word choice alter peoples perceptions. Minor differences can turn humans into

Taboos, Sex, and Feminism with Sangeeta Pillai
November 28, 2023

Today's guest is the multi-award-winning podcaster and sex educator Sangeeta Pillai.Sangeeta hosts the Masala podcast that features interviews with South Asian women about taboo topics and their narratives. Sangeeta is also the founder of the South Asian

Thanksgiving Special: Adapting Tradition
November 21, 2023

We bring to you our annual Thanksgiving episode with interviews with our very own Immigrantly team members on what the day looks like in their household. Some of us celebrate it, others dont, and we grapple with what this holiday can look like as we move

Denied Entry: Navigating Identity with Atheer Yacoub
November 14, 2023

Atheer Yacoub is a New York-based Palestinian-Muslim comedian, writer, and podcaster. Through her unique lens, she explores the complexities of her upbringing, Palestinian identity, and the current political climate. Her debut comedy album, "Denied Entry,

Comedy, Crime, and Creative Wonders
November 07, 2023

Prepare for a rollercoaster of talent and intrigue as I welcome the incredibly versatile Alex Estrada to our show! As a prolific writer in TV and stand-up comedy, Alex wears many hats, including being the brilliant mind behind the Disney animated comedy H

Navigating the Military-Immigration Landscape
October 31, 2023

Our guest is Dr. Sofya Aptekar- As an Associate Professor of Urban Studies at the City University of New York, she uncovers societys secrets, from gentrification in Astoria Queens to the complexities of immigration and the military. Her latest book, Gre

Neighborly Bonds
October 24, 2023

Join me for a wild ride through the fascinating world of human connection and empathy with an award-winning journalist, Andrea Smardon. We'll dive deep into the real deal of human bonds versus shallow gestures while having a good laugh. Andrea's podcast s

A Cinematic Explorer
October 17, 2023

Today's episode covers the extraordinary journey of Kuwaiti filmmaker Omar Al Dakheel, from his transformative scholarship days in Miami to crafting inspiring films like 'Al Imam.' Now, as an associate producer on Netflix's 'American Manhunt,' he continue

Special Feed Drop: Tiny Huge Decisions Episode 1
October 10, 2023

I have a special episode for you today. I am sharing an episode of the new podcast from APM Studios and Chalk & Blade calledTiny Huge Decisions. This is a story about two best friends, Mohsin and Dalia, who make a life-changing decision: will she be the

EmpowerHER: Elevating Latine Voices and Stories
October 03, 2023

In this special episode, I am diving deep into the impact of storytelling and the incredible strength of collective action, and what better time to do it than during Latine Heritage Month, as we celebrate the unyielding spirit of Latine empowerment? Brend