Immigrantly

In this episode, Saadia talks to Juan Escalante, a renowned digital strategist and nationally recognized immigration advocate about his experiences as an immigrant in the US and his role in spearheading the immigrant rights movement for the last 10 years.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of "The Alien Chronicles", host Saadia Khan talks to Kelly Yzique, a former DACA recipient and now US permanent resident, about immigration and other issues that affect the migrant community. They talk about the immigrant caravan, misconception surrounding undocumented immigrants and how the United States needs to reconcile with its past.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sahar Saleem, an American Pakistani artist, musician, and Marketing Manager at PepsiCo, shares her immigrant journey from Pakistan, reflecting on identity and societal challenges post-9/11. She discusses the intersection of corporate life and creativity, revealing how her professional path fuels her art. Sahar dives into cultural misunderstandings about Pakistan, highlighting the need for empathy and representation. The conversation also touches on the joys of Pakistani cuisine and music, emphasizing cultural connections and the importance of open dialogue.

Looking to engage in deeply personal conversations on race, multiculturalism, politics, and the general messiness of being human? Hosted by Saadia Khan, Immigrantly is a weekly podcast that dares to ask guests what they think of America and hope for America by calling upon the past and current socio-political discourse. We seek to understand race & identity against other significant backdrops like mental health, love & relationships, food, and religion. Our episodes deconstruct the immigrant status, one that has many narratives—goofy, brave, and above all, relatable. Immigrantly will challenge us to reconsider what we've stopped noticing and the stories we've forgotten, from antics to anecdotes.   We drop new episodes every Tuesday to bring the content that expands our perceptions of identities, politics, and so much more.    We're available wherever you get your podcasts!   One of the most exciting ways to support us is by becoming a member of our . For the price of an overpriced oat milk latte, you're entitled to special shoutouts, automatic submission to our raffles, and an opportunity to interact with our team. Host & Executive Producer: Saadia Khan l Creative Producer: Kylee. C Roberts l Development Producer: Aleeza Kazmi l Content Writers:Yudi Liu, Sarah Doh & Ashley Lanuza l  Sound and Content Editor: Bronte Cook l  Immigrantly Theme Music: Evan Ray Suzuki l Other Music: Podington Bear, Jahzzar  You can find us on Twitter & IG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices