

The Chinese migrants trying to get into the US
Nov 7, 2023
Chinese migrants are taking an unexpected route through Latin America to reach the US, driven by economic challenges and social media inspiration. The podcast explores their motivations, risks, and aspirations. It also delves into the exploitative practices and detentions they face at the US-Mexico border. Stories of gratitude and newfound freedom in the US are shared by two Chinese trans-migrants. The podcast also highlights generational differences impacting Chinese migration and the increasing number of migrants seeking a better life.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Seeking a Better Life: The Determination of Chinese Migrants
05:23 • 3min
The Journey of Chinese Migrants to the US
08:33 • 6min
A Tale of Chinese Trans-Migrants' Aspirations and Freedoms in the US
14:29 • 2min
Generational Differences and Chinese Migration
16:56 • 3min