Book explores the complexities of being of service to asylum seekers

The podcast episode discusses a book called 'Rivermouth: A Chronicle of Language, Faith, and Migration' by Alejandro Oliva. In the book, Oliva shares her experiences as a translator, interpreter, and advocate for asylum seekers. She questions the true meaning of being of service and whether her work is ultimately benefiting others or serving her own needs. The book delves into topics of faith, identity, and the challenges of straddling different cultural boundaries. Oliva explores the nuances of her own experiences as a first-generation immigrant and the differences between her life and those of the asylum seekers she assists.