Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez
Nestor Gomez & Angel Ling, Chicago- & NYC- storytellers
A show about US immigration - and all things related - national identity, culture, family, and borders. And since the US is a country of immigrants: it’s you and I, us and them, telling our stories. Hosted by storytellers Nestor Gomez and Angel Ling, this is a podcast where we share stories, conversations, and commentary, to examine the historical and contemporary ideas, policies, and events that have forged national identity, community, and belonging in America.
- 32 minutesJulissa Arce on the power of sharing untold stories
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.
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
21 July 2020, 11:00 am - 33 minutes 7 secondsSuzie Afridi on finding home in our new world
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!
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
8 May 2020, 11:00 am - 31 minutes 16 secondsEdith Gonzalez on the familial stories we hold on to
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!
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
7 April 2020, 11:00 am - 32 minutes 20 secondsAlejandra Cano on giving and receiving second chance in life
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 following Alejandra's ongoing case with #standwithAlejandra, or with us, at 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Special thanks to StoryCorps Chicago & independent media producer Rocio Santos.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
3 March 2020, 12:00 pm - 34 minutes 28 secondsBuki Omoseni on the gift of kindness
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?
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
18 February 2020, 12:00 pm - 18 minutes 30 secondsSeason 2 Premiere: David Quach & Nate Charles Troisi
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.
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
4 February 2020, 12:00 pm - 41 minutes 38 secondsAnnie Tan on living fully in her two worlds
New York City based storyteller Annie Tan on the delicate balance between meeting her immigrant parents' expectations, and finding her own way.
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
8 October 2019, 11:00 am - 34 minutes 15 secondsAlana Murphy on going the extra mile for what she believes in
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.
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
1 October 2019, 11:00 am - 29 minutes 48 secondsDanny Forster on finding meaning and connection in his immigration story
New York City architect and storyteller Danny Forster connects with his immigration story, in his moment of grief and loss.
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
13 August 2019, 11:00 am - 32 minutes 14 secondsKristen Rader on empathy and understanding for those seeking shelter in the United States
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.
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
30 July 2019, 11:00 am - 26 minutes 53 secondsJitesh Jaggi on resistance based on love not hate
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].
Immigration Stories with Nestor Gomez podcast is a production of 80 Minutes Around the World Immigration Stories.
Closing Credits Music is Cerises by Löhstana David, provided by Jamendo.
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