

Area 51
Rahul Menon & Sanjay Krishna
It's just immigration, it's not rocket science, or is it? If you're a visa / “temporary” status holder in the US and have often found that it was easier navigating through the politics of Game of Thrones than understand the US immigration system, you're not alone. In this podcast, we aim to talk about the problems we face as immigrants here. The way we see it, we're all in for a long 20+ year long (some even up to 436 years!) rollercoaster ride waiting for our Green Cards, dealing with the dizzying highs of getting approved visas to the stomach-dropping lows of dealing with government bureaucracy and 221g’s. Add in a few more flavors such as Trump, COVID-19, layoffs and recessions to this quagmire of a maze, and we may as well be living the Hunger Games in pursuit of permanent residency in the US. We realized early on that whining about this situation can only get us so far. The more we educate ourselves and others about the system, the better armed we are to beat the system. And if we can all have a few laughs along the way, we might just be able to make process a little more fun.
Episodes
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Feb 3, 2023 • 38min
The one where we ALMOST won!
Explore the potential impact of important bills like The Relief Act and The Eagle Act, aiming to reform the immigration system and cut down on green card wait times for Indian nationals. Uncover the challenges faced by immigrants in the US, the political landscape surrounding immigration policies, and the hopes for a fairer system. Delve into the details of these bills, the Nine-Year Transition Period, and the implications for hiring practices and immigrant communities.

Dec 30, 2022 • 46min
Indian Immigrant Crimes - Part 2
Murder plots, Craigslist connections, political controversies, and FBI's most wanted list - this podcast covers crimes, exploitation, and tragic incidents involving Indian immigrants in the US. From hitmen to human trafficking, the hosts delve into shocking cases and discuss portrayal in TV shows.

Dec 17, 2022 • 29min
Indian Immigrant Crimes - Part 1
Exploring crimes committed by Indian immigrants in the US, including vandalism of a statue of Mahatma Gandhi, insider trading in cryptocurrency, and scams targeting elderly immigrants. Hosts share personal experiences and aim to educate on immigration challenges and cultural similarities within Indian communities.