Interviews with Immigrants

Welcome back to Interviews with Immigrants — the podcast that cuts through the politics and celebrates the heart, humor, and humanity behind real immigrant journeys. I’m your host Andrea Szew, immigration attorney and the face behind Szew Law Group, where thousands turn each month for US immigration guidance — but this show is about life, legacy, and the stories that deserve to be told. In this ep...

🏃‍♂️🇰🇪➡️🇺🇸 From Barefoot in Kenya to 5 Olympics: Bernard Lagat’s Immigrant Story 🥇✨ Welcome back to Interviews with Immigrants — the podcast that cuts through the politics and celebrates the heart, humor, and humanity behind real immigrant journeys. I’m your host Andrea Szew , immigration attorney and the face behind Szew Law Group , where thousands turn each month for U.S. immigration guidance...

What happens when you arrive in America with no roadmap, a bold culinary vision, and a commitment to do things the right way? In this delicious episode of Interviews with Immigrants, Michelin-starred chef Sujan Sarkar opens up about reshaping how America understands Indian cuisine—one restaurant, one region, and one flavor profile at a time. From growing up near Kolkata dreaming of fashion school…...

What happens when you arrive in the U.S. with no English, no plan, and no safety net—but an unshakable dream? In this powerful episode of Interviews with Immigrants, Guillermo Zapata—actor, producer, entrepreneur, and co-owner of the legendary SUR Restaurant (yes, that SUR from Vanderpump Rules)—opens up about trading in comfort in Buenos Aires for the chaos and opportunity of Los Angeles. From wa...

What happens when an immigrant story includes Wall Street spreadsheets, GQ features, and a side of chicken feet? 🧧👟🇭🇰 In this episode of Interviews with Immigrants, host Andrea Szew sits down with fashion creator and first-generation immigrant Leo Chan — who moved from Hong Kong to Queens at 10 years old, learned English through cartoons and basketball, and eventually traded a career in finance...

What happens when tradition meets ambition and is served with a splash of tequila? 🎙️🌮🥃 In this episode of Interviews with Immigrants, host Andrea Szew sits down with world-renowned chef, TV personality, and proud Mexican-American Aarón Sánchez. From his roots in El Paso and deep Mexican culinary heritage, to becoming a household name on MasterChef, Chopped, and Tasting Sabor, Aarón opens up abo...

Welcome to the very first episode of Interviews with Immigrants 🎉 — the podcast that celebrates the real stories, humor, and humanity of U.S. Immigration. In this premiere, Andrea Szew sits down with the brilliant and hilarious Jade Catta-Preta — Brazilian-born 🇧🇷 comedian, actress, and host (you may know her from E!’s The Soup and her hit show Rivals). 🌎✨ Together, they dive into Jade’s wild i...

Discover the heart, humor, and humanity behind immigration stories with Interviews With Immigrants . Hosted by immigration attorney Andrea Szew, this podcast takes a lighthearted yet insightful approach to celebrating the diverse journeys and contributions of immigrants. Through real stories, engaging conversations, and unique perspectives, Andrea shines a refreshing light on the positive impact o...