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From Home to Here
by Eye of An Immigrant
Welcome to "From Home to Here," a podcast by Eye of an Immigrant. We share the rich and diverse stories of immigrants and first-generation individuals in Kansas City. Hosted by Komal Kaur, each episode features inspiring guests who bravely share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs. Our mission is to shift the narrative on immigration, break the silence barrier, and cultivate community advocacy. Join us as we explore the experiences shaping our multicultural landscape and celebrate the resilience, diversity, and contributions of immigrants and their families.Produced by FiredUp Studios
Episodes
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Why America? Values, Responsibility, and Community with Thomas Bradshaw
Immigration isn't just about immigrants — it's about the rest of us, too. In this episode, we sit down with Tom Bradshaw, a nationally recognized white-collar criminal defense attorney who spent decades on high-profile cases before turning his focus to something very different: helping people who...
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The American Dream: Growing Up Between Two Worlds with Sahin Hoque
In this episode of From Home to Here, we shift from systems to stories because immigration is not just about policies or paperwork. It’s about families, identity, and the generations shaped in between. Sahin Hoque joins us to share his journey as the son of immigrant parents from India. Born in…
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What the System Asks: Immigration 101 with Clare Murphy-Shaw
We hear about "fixing the immigration system" all the time — but what does that system actually look like from the inside? This season, From Home to Here is going deeper: asking bigger questions, challenging assumptions, and starting with the foundation. In our season premiere, host sits down…
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Between Journeys, We Find Ourselves with Natasha Bush
We sit down with Natasha Bush this season finale to unpack what it means to change perspectives, immigrate to a small Midwest town, and how easy it is to get comfortable in the familiar - even if you have more layers. We’re also joined by our founder, Komalpreet Kaur as we dive into the immigrant...
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Ignorance Turned Into Hustle with Dewight Colerangle
We sit down with Dwight Colerangle to unpack the idea of “you don’t know what you don’t know" and how it really hits different as an immigrant. Navigating life and a new country through an African mentality, staying close to community, and the culture shock of building a home away from home - and...
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Turning Pain to the Power of Passion with Ajayi Adeola
We sit down with Ajayi Adeola and talk about the power of passion - loving what you do so much that you’ll show up no matter the circumstances. Whether it was playing under the hot sun without proper gear or pushing forward in less-than-ideal conditions, his passion and vision kept him going.…
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Blending Worlds Can Spark Unexpected Magic with Jennifer Kwok
Growing up with early cross-cultural experiences shaped Jennifer's worldview — giving her a global mindset and a deep empathy for people from every walk of life. Now, married to an entrepreneurial first-generation immigrant from Hong Kong, her days are steeped in big ideas, bold creativity, rich...
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Resilience and Identity of First-Gen Childhood with Milca Aguirre
This week's upcoming episode we sit down with Milca Aguirre and learn what does it mean to grow up with immigrant parents who want to shield you from the world while also making sure you’re prepared to face it? In this episode, we explore the emotional complexities of growing up in Kansas City,...
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Authenticity With a Side of Humor: The Journey to Enough with Miranda Schultz
This week's episode we sit down with Miranda Schultz to explore a question so many of us wrestle with: Where does true belonging begin? As immigrants, we often seek validation—from our communities, our families, our friends. But what if real belonging doesn’t come from the outside? Miranda, who…
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Best Day Ever, Sacrifice, & Stability with Zaldy Doyungan
This week's episode is a real, honest conversation on identity, growing up an immigrant in American society, and finding your way back. Zaldy's story is one that highlights that as immigrants, we don't always need to conform to society or American standards to be "cool". Now? He’s owning his...
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History Shaped By Gaps with Chandler Johnson
Chandler Johnson brings a perspective on immigration and identity that’s rarely highlighted in mainstream conversations. While many immigrant stories start with a family’s conscious decision to move to a new country, Chandler's story is shaped by a much longer, more complex history—one marked by...
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Beyond Neutrality – Practicing Everyday Allyship with Shivani & Katie
Neutrality may feel safe, but in reality, it often upholds the very systems we hope to change. In this episode of From Home to Here, Katie and Shivani explore the nuances of allyship—what it means, why it matters, and how to practice it with intention in our daily lives. Together, they discuss…
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Empowerment in Small Business (and Coffee) to Unite Communities: Miel Castagna-Herrera & Dulcinea Herrera Journey to Kansas City’s 1st Latin and Indigenous Coffee Shop
Meet the mother-daughter duo who founded the local gem, Cafe Corazon in Kansas City. As a reflection of Miel, Dulcinea, and Curtis, Miel's husband and Dulcinea's father, Café Corazón reflects their families deep roots with the aim to give the bean a voice, introduce yerba mate to the midwest and…
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All In or All Out: Paul Chandi on Choosing Business Over the Traditional Path
Born and raised in Kansas City, Paul Chandi is the first-generation son of Indian immigrants and the founder of Detail Doctors, an automotive protection company he’s been building since 2019. In this episode, Paul shares the crossroads moment where he had to choose between pursuing a college…
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Being in Community With Yourself with Edgar J. Palacios & Alejandra Villalobos-McAnderson
In this week's powerful episode, Edgar J. Palacios and Alex sit down with host Brandon McAnderson for a deeply vulnerable conversation about identity, healing, and the importance of building community within ourselves. Edgar, born in Florida to Nicaraguan parents and a leading voice in…
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Resilience, Identity & The Weight of Being the "Chosen One" with David Zaccaro
This week on From Home to Here, we sit down with David Zacarro — a senior financial analyst at Cboe Global Markets, proud first-generation immigrant from Tela, Honduras, and someone who knows firsthand the balancing act of striving for success while honoring your roots.At just 17, David moved to...
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Through the Lens: Passion, Family, and Legacy with Iqbal Singh
In this episode of From Home to Here, we sit down with Iqbal Singh, a Kansas City-born photographer and videographer whose passion for visual storytelling has shaped his career. Iqbal shares how his immigrant family’s values of hard work and honesty fueled his journey—from studying Film and Media...
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Navigating Life, Culture & Career as a First-Gen with Stephanie Reyes
Welcome to a brand-new season of From Home to Here! In this episode of From Home to Here, we sit down with Stephanie, a Kansas City native, licensed nail technician, and proud first-generation daughter of Mexican immigrants. With years of experience in intricate nail art and a passion for…
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Beyond the Goal: An Immigrant's Journey through Soccer and Community Building
In this powerful episode of From Home to Here, host Alejandra Villalobos McAnderson speaks with Mariana Figueroa and Christian Anderaos, two immigrants whose passion for soccer brought them to the United States. Mariana, a dedicated advocate for women’s soccer, shares her journey from Cali,...
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Roots and Resilience: Aman’s Journey of Identity and Belonging
In this powerful episode of From Home to Here, we sit down with Aman Malhotra, the Senior Director of Revenue Operations at myKaarma and Co-Founder of KC Bhangra. With her extensive experience in building teams for startups, Aman brings a unique perspective to the conversation about identity and...
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Brewing Success: Jackie Nguyen's Child of Immigrant Journey and the Rise of KC's First Vietnamese Café
In this episode of From Home to Here, Komal sit's down with Jackie Nguyen, a first-generation daughter of a Vietnam War refugee and former Broadway actor who made a bold pivot into entrepreneurship during the pandemic. Jackie spent over 10 years in New York City, performing on Broadway, but when...
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Rooted in Family with Komal Kaur and Zik Nwanganga
In the premiere episode of From Home to Here, join us as we explore the journeys of Komal Kaur and Zik Nwanganga, two passionate advocates for immigrant voices. Komal Kaur, Executive Director and Founder of Eye of An Immigrant, was born and raised in Queens, New York, to immigrant parents from...
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TEASER! Rooted in Family with Komal Kaur and Zik Nwanganga
🎙️ From Home to Here is launching its very first episode! 🎉 We’re kicking off this journey by exploring the joys and complexities of growing up in a big family with Komal and Zik. Our founder, Komal, reflects on her mom's touching words: "If there's space in your heart, there's space in your...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to "From Home to Here," a podcast by Eye of an Immigrant. We share the rich and diverse stories of immigrants and first-generation individuals in Kansas City. Hosted by Komal Kaur, each episode features inspiring guests who bravely share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs. Our mission is to shift the narrative on immigration, break the silence barrier, and cultivate community advocacy. Join us as we explore the experiences shaping our multicultural landscape and celebrate the resilience, diversity, and contributions of immigrants and their families.Produced by FiredUp Studios
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Eye of An Immigrant
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Welcome to "From Home to Here," a podcast by Eye of an Immigrant. We share the rich and diverse stories of immigrants and first-generation individuals in Kansas City. Hosted by Komal Kaur, each episode features inspiring guests who bravely share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs. Our mission...
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