Immigrant Conversations

Welcome to Immigrant Conversations, the podcast that brings you inspiring stories from immigrants who have turned challenges into triumphs. Join Mehran Sorourian, a Middle Eastern immigrant woman as she dives deep into the experiences of first-generation and diaspora individuals, exploring their unique journeys, cultural identities, and the hurdles they’ve overcome. We discuss everything from immigrant entrepreneurship, cross cultural experiences, as well as the dark side of migration such as isolation, bias, and more. We aim to provide a platform for voices that often go unheard and aim to bring people closer together.Join us as we explore topics ranging from immigrant entrepreneurship, first-generation struggles, and cross-cultural experiences to the impact of immigration policies and advocacy. Whether you are an immigrant, a descendant of immigrants, or simply interested in compelling human stories, "Immigrant Conversations" offers a unique perspective on the immigrant experience.

Immigrant Conversations is a society podcast hosted by Mehran, with 63 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 81. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Mehran hosts Immigrant Conversations, a society show with 63 episodes published.

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  Episode #63

  Mental Health in Refugee Communities with Aisha Koroma

  Dec 20, 202526 minS0

  <p>In episode 63 of Immigrant Conversations, Mehran Sorourian hosts Aisha Koroma, a Sierra Leonean-born refugee, licensed psychotherapist, and founder of the Safe Space Project.</p><p>Aisha arrived in the U.S. as a young teen after surviving trauma during her refugee journey. Today, she serves as Assistant Director of Social Integration at HIAS, Refugee Congress Delegate for D.C., and leads global mental health initiatives. She holds certifications in Trauma-Informed Care, Gender-Based Violence, and MHPSS from Harvard, WHO, and Johns Hopkins.</p><p>In this episode, Aisha discusses:</p>Her harrowing refugee journey from Sierra Leone and traumas enduredStruggles...

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  Episode #62

  Immigration, AI, and the Fight for Justice with Bartlomiej Skorupa

  Sep 4, 202538 minS0

  <p>What happens when technology, philanthropy, and AI meet the immigrant journey? In this episode of Immigrant Conversations, host Mehran sits down with Bartlomiej “Bart” Skorupa—Polish immigrant, social entrepreneur, investor, and one of Dell’s 25 World Change-makers. We explore:</p><p>•Bart’s inspiring immigrant journey from Poland and the lessons it holds for the future of America</p><p>•Whether America is still a good country to migrate to today</p><p>•The vision and impact of The Mobile Pathway, bringing access to justice through innovation</p><p>•How technology, philanthropy, and AI can work together to solve global challenges<...

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  Episode #61

  Life Under the Taliban: Women’s Rights, Culture, and Courage with Anita Omary

  Aug 15, 202534 minS0

  <p>On the fourth anniversary of Taliban returning to power in Afghanistan, Mehran, host of Immigrant Conversations podcast, speaks with Anita Omary, an Afghan advocate who came to the U.S. just two years ago with a mission to fight for women’s rights. </p><p>Anita offers a rare and personal perspective on:</p>What women’s rights looked like in Afghanistan before and after the Taliban takeoverWhy the support of fathers and brothers is so critical in a patriarchal societyHow culture is shifting as global connections reshape even the most traditional communitiesThe heartbreaking story of Halima, a woman Anit...

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  Episode #60

  Mohammed Diouf, story of Political Asylee

  Jun 30, 202534 minS0

  <p>Welcome to Immigrant Conversations, the podcast where we explore the untold stories behind migration — stories of courage, sacrifice, and transformation.</p><p>In this powerful episode, Mehran speaks with Mohammed Diouf Heubo, a life coach and immigration and wellness advocate who fled political persecution in Cameroon. His migration journey took him through dangerous terrain, harrowing experiences in U.S. detention centers, and ultimately, to a place of healing and purpose.</p><p>In this episode we explored:</p>Mohammed’s escape from political violenceThe emotional and physical toll of detention centers in the U.S.The resilience and the flex...

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  Episode #59

  Motherhood and Migration with Marcela Rada Trujillo & Kerstin Kirchsteiger

  May 11, 202555 minS0

  <p>In this special Mother’s Day episode of Immigrant Conversations, host Mehran sits down with Marcela Rada Trujillo and Kerstin Kirchsteiger— two inspiring immigrant professionals and mothers — for an honest fireside chat about the realities of raising children in a new country.</p><p>We explore the unexpected freedoms of parenting outside cultural norms, the heartbreak of raising kids far from extended family, and the emotional toll of navigating motherhood in intercultural relationships .</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>While immigrant mothers carry a huge burden at the moment, in the spirit of Mother’s Day, this episode...

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