In this episode, Rashan breaks down several aspects of American life including the importance of image in America and how that affects the psyche of not just immigrants but also the young black male. The nature and similarities when it comes to

EPISODE EIGHT: DESI TALK

Nov 13th, 2020 56m 58s

In this episode, Vivaswan gives us a glimpse into the desi experience. He talks about the impact of his cultural identity on his psyche as a child and goes on to share how it evolved with his pursuits in sport and music. What it means to be a m

EPISODE SEVEN: IS IT WORKIN' OUT?

Apr 15th, 2019 39m 59s

Ravi takes us through experiences in work, relationships and daily interactions that have shaped his identity as an Indian expat in America. The “clique” mindset, 'international student privilege’, and freedom of expression, are some of the thi

FINALE

Oct 31st, 2017 19m 24s

Shout out to the many forces that helped this idea come to life.

EPISODE SIX: GRADUATE FEELS

Oct 11th, 2017 41m 4s

In this episode, we take a look at the other option: going back home after study abroad. Anushya replays her experiences in the classroom and together we unravel and try to understand some of the behaviour and tendencies that surface when you f

EPISODE FIVE: THE A TEAM

Sep 20th, 2017 26m 10s

What do you have to keep in mind when looking for an immigration attorney is the focus of this episode. Liz & Lorraine of D'Alessio Law Group also lay down priorities to keep in mind during OPT, creative solutions for entry & mid level individu

EPISODE FOUR: LEGALLY SPEAKIN'

Sep 14th, 2017 31m 38s

Drawing out a legal timeline after school is the focus of this episode. An international student is eventually allowed to work in the USA through the provisions of CPT and OPT. Further down exists the option of an artist visa. Attorney Sharon B

EPISODE THREE: WHEN OPT STRIKES

Jun 8th, 2017 38m 52s

How do artists handle the OPT phase? This is the focus of episode three. When school is over, the immediate concern is to get a job! but for an artist, that approach can be tiring and not necessarily fruitful. Nipun Nair talks about his journey

EPISODE TWO: THE LEARNING CURVE

Mar 16th, 2017 41m 46s

What are some of the big lifestyle changes faced by international students who are enrolled in STEM courses? The experience of a STEM student is the focus of episode two, examined through the journey of Arjun Shankar who arrived in the US to st

EPISODE ONE: WHY WE MOVE

Mar 7th, 2017 32m 58s

What’s the appeal in studying abroad and what are the events that lead to take off? This is focus of episode one and we examine this through the journey of Kulanandini Mahanta (who goes by Kula), an aspiring cinematographer. Her experiences th