Immigrant Know How

“Arriving” By Immigrant KnowHow

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“Arriving” by Immigrant KnowHow is a storytelling podcast that explores the raw, unfiltered realities of migration, told directly by those who’ve lived it. From the first step away from home to the long journey of building a new one, each episode captures deeply personal narratives of courage, sacrifice, identity, and transformation. Whether crossing oceans or borders, these stories highlight the complexities of uprooting and belonging, one arrival at a time.

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Two Goodbyes, One New Beginning: Maria’s Story of Starting Over 21.02.2026 4:01

In this episode, Maria Concepcion Nava Guedez shares what it truly means to leave everything behind for the safety and future of your family. Raised in Maracaibo, Venezuela, Maria lived a simple, family centered life built around work, her children, and daily visits to her mother and grandmother. When political instability and severe shortages began closing doors around her, she faced a decision s...

Arriving Too Soon: Leaving Home and Learning Independence with Mohamed 20.01.2026 5:11

In this episode of Arriving by Immigrant KnowHow, Mohamed shares what it was like to leave Egypt at 21 and begin a new life in Kuwait. Moving away from family, friends, and everything familiar, he reflects on the loneliness, growth, and quiet strength that come with learning independence earlier than expected. Mohamed’s story captures a tender moment in the immigrant journey, when arrival means gr...

Arriving at Seventeen: Resilience and Reinvention with Maksym from Ukraine 25.11.2025 7:53

In this episode of Arriving by Immigrant KnowHow, we meet Maksym, who left Ukraine for Slovakia at just 17. What began as a leap into the unknown became a journey of rebuilding, independence, and self-discovery. Now a freelancer in SEO, copywriting, QA testing, and AI automation, Maksym shares how he adapted to a new culture, found belonging far from home, and turned uncertainty into opportunity....

Arriving in Identity: Art, Justice, and Belonging with PJ Temple 05.09.2025 8:24

On this episode of Arriving by Immigrant KnowHow, psychologist and author PJ Temple shares how migration, identity, and justice intersect in her life and work. From her memoir Where the Tiger Dwells to her essays and art, PJ explores the psychological impact of immigration, the struggle for equity, and the healing power of storytelling. Her journey offers a deeply human look at belonging, resilien...