Immigrantly
Saadia Khan | Immigrantly Media
Join Saadia Khan on Immigrantly, the award-winning podcast that dives deep into immigrant narratives and the messy beauty of identity, race, and belonging in America today. Each week, Saadia, a human rights activist, social entrepreneur, and proud cat mom, hosts unfiltered conversations with diverse voices: artists, academics, cultural disruptors, and everyday people with extraordinary cultural stories.At Immigrantly, we go beyond surface-level diversity to explore how culture, immigration, and inclusion shape real lives. We believe identity is powerful, but when unchecked, it can become an ego trap. That’s why every episode unpacks the nuance, humor, and contradictions of what it means to belong.Inclusive storytelling. Immigrant perspectives. Real talk—never flattened.To join this fun, thoughtful, and inclusive community, subscribe!
Producer & Host: Saadia Khan
Editorial Review: Shei Yu
Content Writers: Michaela Strauther, Bobak Afshari, Rainier Harris, Adiba Hussain & Saadia Khan
Sound Design & Content Editor: Haziq Ahmad Farid, Paroma Chakravarty, Steve Martin, Lou Raskin
Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson
Other Music: Epidemic Sound
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Producer & Host: Saadia Khan
Editorial Review: Shei Yu
Content Writers: Michaela Strauther, Bobak Afshari, Rainier Harris, Adiba Hussain & Saadia Khan
Sound Design & Content Editor: Haziq Ahmad Farid, Paroma Chakravarty, Steve Martin, Lou Raskin
Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson
Other Music: Epidemic Sound
Follow us on IG @immigrantlypodsTwitter @Immigrantly_podTikTok @ImmigrantlyYouTube: @immigrantlypodsSubscribe to our PatreonImmigrantly podcast is an Immigrantly Media production.For advertising inquiries, please email at info@immigrantlypod.com
Episodes
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Jan 16, 2019 • 31min
My Ancestors' Land
In this first episode of Season 2, Saadia Khan talks to Alyssa Mosley. Alyssa was born and raised in the homeland of Lenape people, also known as Bridgeton NJ. She is the enrolled member of the Nanticoke Lenni- Lenape tribe; it’s the largest Indian tribe in NJ. The history of the Lenape tribe goes back over 10,000 years. Most of Lenape people faced forced migration to Canada or midwestern US but some still left behind. In 2015, Alyssa was crowned princess to represent her people. She is studying business studies. We get her perspective on the immigration debate in the US and her life as an indigenous princess
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Dec 26, 2018 • 39min
We are more similar than different
Saadia talks to Alessia Valfredini, an Italian American. Alessia is also a Professor at Fordham University in NY. She teaches modern languages and literature, and she is rarely taken for an immigrant, In this episode, we take a glimpse into her personal life and her perspective as a Western European immigrant living in America
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Dec 19, 2018 • 51min
Home is Elusive
In this Special Edition of The Alien Chronicles, Saadia Khan talks to Eric Maddox, a fellow podcaster and founder of the Virtual Dinner Guest Project and a US citizen living as an immigrant in Valencia Spain. They talk about the nuances of being an immigrant in the EU, racism in America and much more
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Dec 12, 2018 • 46min
From Kashmir to America: A Muslim Feminist's Journey
Daisy Khan, a leading female Muslim advocate and Executive Director of the Women's Islamic Initiative in Spirituality and Equality, shares her remarkable journey from Kashmir to America. She discusses the cultural shocks she faced in the 1970s and her efforts to combat child marriage and promote women's rights. Daisy emphasizes the importance of education in countering extremism and fostering interfaith understanding. Additionally, she reflects on her grandfather's legacy and the need for awareness to combat Islamophobia, highlighting the vital contributions of immigrants to American society.
Dec 5, 2018 • 45min
Guess what? I am not an Engineer
Saadia interviews Ali Yarkhan, a branding executive, who has worked for internationally renowned brands like Prada and Giorgio Armani. He is also a director who wants to create documentaries that highlight social issues. On a personal level, he continues to explore and practice Sufism’s diverse cultural legacies in an attempt to achieve inner peace. In this episode, Ali talks about different facets of his life, from being a fashion guru to a filmmaker and a Sufi.
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Nov 28, 2018 • 26min
Oh sweet diversity..how I love thee!
Saadia talks to Nadine Ali, a Pakistani American, about her journey to the US, her life as a baker and her rather unconventional path to sweetness. Currently, Nadine owns a successful business as a baker in NYC, she is also a mom and loves to dance!
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Nov 21, 2018 • 29min
I have Faith
Saadia talks to Nicole Duran, Dominican Republic native. Nicole is currently working as a hairstylist and is also a student focusing on psychology and public speaking. With faith, she is trying to bring her community together. She believes that where you come from does not define where you will go.
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Nov 14, 2018 • 1h 1min
A tale of a taxpaying DREAMER
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.
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Nov 6, 2018 • 33min
I am home
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.
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Oct 31, 2018 • 40min
What's with the accent?
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.
