186 episodes
An Immigrant’s Life Aeron Dellosa
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 9 Ratings
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A storytelling podcast about immigrants, immigration, and everything in between.
On this podcast, we’ll talk about immigration stories, growing up with immigrant parents, and people’s relationships with immigrants.
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In The Middle Of: Adrian Magno
My discussion with Adrian Magno began with career transitions but quickly evolves into a heartfelt exploration of the challenges and joys of fatherhood. Adrian candidly shares his experiences of grappling with imposter syndrome and the importance of storytelling in his work. As immigrant fathers raised in Filipino households, we delve into the complexities of cultural identity and the profound impact of parenthood. Adrian reflects on his journey of self-discovery, navigating the pressures of societal expectations, and the Filipino values he hopes to pass on to his children. From the fear of failing his kids to the enduring lessons of parenthood, Adrian's story offers insights into the universal truths of fatherhood and the resilience of the human spirit.
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🔻 Connect with Adrian 🔻
Website: https://www.capturedframes.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrmagyo
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Prepare for the Worst: Dr. Tina Tang
Dr. Tina Tang is a Retina Surgeon, embarked on a journey from Beijing, China, to Canada, then Massachusetts, and back, all while pursuing her dream career. Growing up in a small Massachusetts town as a Chinese immigrant, she grappled with her identity and the desire to fit in. Yet, the support of diverse friends helped her embrace her heritage and prioritize academics. We delve into the delicate balance between her professional and social life, and the pivotal role of mentors in her decision to specialize in retina surgery. With an unwavering commitment to her purpose, she advocates for guilt-free pursuit of dreams. Discover how she navigates surgery's emotional aspects and her insights on minimalist lessons learned from medicine and career, alongside candid discussions on imposter syndrome.
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🔻 Connect with Dr. Tina Tang 🔻
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.tinat
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Outside Looking In: Carlo Alcos
Carlo Alcos, a second-generation immigrant, explores his identity journey in the documentary "Outsiderness." Formerly a globe-trotter, he now seeks to uncover his true sense of belonging. Our conversation delved into his upbringing in a Filipino household amidst a predominantly white environment, addressing the challenges of cultural integration. Carlo shared the catalyst for his film, recounting poignant moments of attempting to assimilate into white society. We discussed the concept of white privilege and his mission to promote diverse representation. Additionally, Carlo discussed his re-connection with Filipino culture, including learning to cook Filipino dishes. Through his documentary, he aims to bridge generational and cultural gaps, fostering a deeper connection with his family and community.
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YouTube: https://bit.ly/3g0qe2g
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RedCircle: https://bit.ly/3yZWX0m
Instagram: https://bit.ly/2SW06Oc
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x0QLDP
🔻 Connect with Carlo🔻
Website: https://www.carloalcos.com
Substack: https://outsiderness.substack.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outsiderness_doc
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Be Nice to Yourself: Yesse Kim
Yesse Kim, a Classical Pianist, embarked on a journey from Seoul, South Korea, to the grand stages of Germany. Leaving behind a fractured family dynamic, Yesse's relocation to Michigan with her mother and brother marked the beginning of her odyssey. However, the geographical distance couldn't bridge the emotional chasm, ultimately leading to her parents' divorce—a pivotal moment that shaped her outlook on relationships.
As she navigated the tumultuous waters of adolescence, Yesse found solace in her piano, but societal pressures pushed her towards a career she never desired. Battling inner demons, she sought refuge in nightly drinks, until a moment of clarity prompted her to embark on a daring quest—to Germany, where her passion for classical piano would find its crescendo.
Yet, success came at a cost. The pursuit of her dreams strained her bond with her mother, further complicated by cultural expectations and body image struggles. Despite the applause and accolades on the European stage, the pandemic's arrival left her adrift, questioning her purpose.
In our candid conversation, Yesse shares the secrets behind her concert preparations, the mantra that sustains her, and how changing environments can heal wounds. From performing on stage to mentoring aspiring pianists, Yesse's story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of music.
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YouTube: https://bit.ly/3g0qe2g
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RedCircle: https://bit.ly/3yZWX0m
Instagram: https://bit.ly/2SW06Oc
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x0QLDP
🔻 Connect with Yesse 🔻
Piano Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yesse.pianist
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Unchoreographed Sequence: Rachel Liza
Rachel Liza is a talented figure skater and YouTuber. She shares her incredible journey from being adopted from China as a baby, found by the side of a bridge, to embracing life with her white adoptive parents. We delve into her evolving feelings about her identity and the unique challenges she faces, including 'Adoption Trauma' and abandonment issues that she bravely confronts in therapy.
We also discuss her experiences growing up homeschooled and how it shaped her perspective on education and self-discovery. Additionally, we explore the world of figure skating, where she opens up about the mental hurdles and performance anxiety she navigates on the ice.
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YouTube: https://bit.ly/3g0qe2g
Apple: https://apple.co/34KNRa2
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2S9eQJx
RedCircle: https://bit.ly/3yZWX0m
Instagram: https://bit.ly/2SW06Oc
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x0QLDP
🔻 Connect with Rachel🔻
Website: https://rachel-liza.square.site
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachel.liza
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/rachelliza -
Conduit of Healing: Felice Chan
Felice Chan is a native of Hong Kong, initially pursued Western Medicine in the US but experienced burnout. She embarked on a soul-searching journey, training as a yoga teacher in Cambodia with the full support of her twin sister. Despite parental reluctance towards Traditional Chinese Medicine, Felice found her calling with the help of her mother's guidance. Now, she thrives as an Acupuncturist, combining her passion for healing with her roots. She revealed an exclusive and exciting piece of news about her future plans as well!
🎤ALL LINKS BELOW 🎧
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3g0qe2g
Apple: https://apple.co/34KNRa2
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2S9eQJx
RedCircle: https://bit.ly/3yZWX0m
Instagram: https://bit.ly/2SW06Oc
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x0QLDP
🔻 Connect with Felice🔻
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/felice.acupuncture
Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/feliceacu
Customer Reviews
One of a kind!!
First time leaving a review on Apple podcasts as I like to stay private but this podcast after listening to the episode with Kristian Kabuay on YouTube made me want to post my thoughts!
It was well thought out, organized, the respect you have for your guest to give space to speak their mine and love that there was no interruptions or speaking over each other👏 which I tend to hear many of times in other settings that can disrupt the viewer from clearly understanding each speaker's point of view.
Kudos in sharing in the background of the video of Kristian's work as I haven't seen this before. As I'm listening to the conversation, I can see visually the work he does instead of just hearing it through dialogue only which peaked my interest more, a great way to engage your audience🙌. (Note: Guys check out this episode on YouTube to see Kristian's work)
I didn't once get lost as both spoke clear and concise.You asked excellent questions which made the conversation flow so well which felt organic and authentic. It helped make Kristian dig deep to make sure he expressed himself accurately the way he felt was best and satisfied with!!
This was like a history lesson as there was a lot of takeaways we didn't know but know now. It had my mind thinking as well with the wealth of information provided as I know all the episodes past, present and future ones coming up will be the same way!! We can all learn from each other since we have different experiences, stories and perspectives and that's a beautiful thing which I love❤️
Keep up the great work Aeron!!
Great podcast
I usually don’t listen to podcasts, but then a friend recommended this podcast to me and I gave it a chance and I love it!
Going to share with my newcomer ELL students
Love this idea and the YouTube channel as well. Going to share these stories with my multilingual newcomer students.