Tahmina Talks Immigration®

On this episode, Tahmina Talks with Dr. Joseph Castleberry who shares insights from his book "The New Pilgrims". He discusses how immigrants are contributing to religious growth in America. Here is a link to our blogpost on this show: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2017/06/05/dr-joseph-castleberry-tahmina-talks-immigration-tuesday-june-6th-2017-desi-1250am/

In this episode which aired on May 30th 2017, Talks talks immigration with Roxana Norouzi from One America. With her leadership, Washington State recently passed a bill allowing for dual language education in WA public schools. She discusses the issue in details and provide great information on what this bill means for our state. Here is the blog post about the show:http://immigrationlawyersinseat...

In this episode which aired on May 23rd 2017, Tahmina talks immigration with Seattle Councilman Tim Burgess who helped pass a bill for an immigration legal defense fund. The fund will help those who are caught up in the immigration system particularly in view of the new administration's actions. CM Burgess shares incredible insights from his long career. A huge thank you to CM Burgess for joi...

In this episode which aired on May 2nd 2017, we chat about law enforcement and immigration specially given the new administration's executive orders. Sheriff Urquhart shares invaluable insights on the whole topic! Thank you to King County Sheriff Urquhart for joining me on Tahmina Talks Immigration.

In this episode, listen to our fascinating conversation with Dr. Meenakshi Rishi about immigration and the economy. Thank you Dr. Rishi for joining Tahmina Talks Immigration.

In this episode that aired on 4.4.17, we talk about H1b issues.

Listen to this informative discussion with Mayor Cooke of Kent, WA that aired on Desi 1250am on March 21st 2017. Mayor Cooke discusses various issues including that she has signed a proclamation that Kent is a Welcoming City. She does talk about the unfortunate events of the shooting of a Kent resident which seemed racially motivated. She said investigation was ongoing. Thank you to Mayor Cooke fo...

In this episode, we chat with Jasmin Samy, Civil Rights Manager at CAIR-Washington State, a chapter of America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. Here is the blogpost on the show: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2017/02/20/jasmin-samy-cair-wa-tahminas-radio-show-feb-21st-10am-pst/In addition, the Facebook Live video is available at our new Facebook page.

In this episode, we talk with  Manar Waheed, Former Deputy Policy Director for Immigration at the White House. She offers some invaluable insights on new administration's executive orders.

This episode is a solo show with Tahmina discussing various updates including the International parole and national interest waiver.

In this episode of Immigration with Tahmina, our special guest is Cuc Vu, Director of City of Seattle's Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA). The OIRA will be holding a unique inauguration day legal clinic offering immigrants free advice for citizenship applications, know your rights and individual legal advice. This is an inspiring discussion and hope you will enjoy!

In this episode of Immigration, we discuss the importance of immigration with critically acclaimed journalist Emily Parkhurst, Editor in Chief, Puget Sound Business Journal.

In this first show of 2017, we introduce our brand new Facebook page "Immigration with Tahmina Radio Show". We also discuss a new case that revamps the laws for national interest waivers. This particular law will help entrepreneurs receive green cards easier than before.

In this episode my guest Interfaith community leader and executive director of MAPS- AMEN Aneelah Afzali discusses immigration, Muslim community issues and the problems with the creation of a potential Muslim registry. She gives guidance on what people can do given the new administration coming into office in January. Here is the blog post on the episode: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/201...

In this episode, Tahmina talks with Washington State Second District Congressman Rick Larson. Congressman Larson offers much insight into immigration issues that we may see from a new administration in the new year. A huge thank you to Congressman Larson for taking the time to be on my show. It was an honor! Here is our blog post on the appearance: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2016/11/28...

Immigration & guidance on pre-January steps to protect status by Tahmina Watson

Immigration & post election thoughts on immigration by Tahmina Watson

In this episode that aired on 11/1/2016, we have our very first panel discussion on Election and Immigration. Alex Stonehill, co-founder and editor of The Seattle Globalist and Joaquin Uy, communications specialist for the City of Seattle's Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs joined me. We talk about the effect of immigrants on this election and the election on immigration matters. We als...

In this episode on that aired on 10/25/16, I discuss new policy released that will allow spouses of certain non-immigrant visas who are victims of abuse. The new policy will help a very vulnerable group of people. Below is a link to some more details. http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2016/10/25/work-permission-abused-spouses-g-e-3-h-visa-holders-details/

In this episode that aired on 10/18/16, renowned Bangladeshi actor and director Tauquir Ahmed joins us on the phone all the way from Bangladesh. His award winning and Oscar nominated film Unnamed screened at the Seattle South Asian Film Festival 2016 this very night. Tauquir discussed why the movie is important to bringing awareness to poor working conditions in the Middle East for Bangladeshi cit...

In this episode that aired on 10/11/16, we talk with Kiran Dhillon, Festival Director of the Seattle South Asian Film Festival 2016 held by Tasveer. Kiran shares her own immigration story with us before talking about the films that will screen at the festival. Here is the blogpost for this episode: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2016/10/10/festival-director-tasveer-ssaff-kiran-dhillon-tahm...

On this episode which aired on 10/4/16, we talk to Manan Mehta, co-founder of Unshackled. We talk about immigrant entrepreneurs and the new entrepreneur parole rules. Manan also explains the application process for funding for startups from Unshackled. This is a fascinating discussion and hope you will enjoy!

In this episode, we discuss the business or art and immigration with the immensely talented Polish artist Justyna Kisielewiz. We discuss her art, inspiration and immigration journey. We have the opportunity to discuss a lesser used visa named E-1 Treaty Trader visa. Listen to this wonderfully informative interview to learn more about the business or art and immigration. This episode aired on 9/27/...

I am thrilled that my guest on 9/13/2016 was renowned journalist Sara O’Brien from CNN Money on “Immigration with Tahmina” on Desi 1250am. Sara has been a phenomenal voice for immigrant entrepreneurs over the years and it is an absolute honor to have her on the show! She discusses the importance of stories and how awareness can bring change. Sara is a reporter at CNNMoney, covering startups, entre...

In honor of National Welcoming Week coming up (Sept. 16-25), I asked one our state’s most respected leaders to join me on my show to talk about how she has transformed her city into one of the nation’s most welcoming cities ever. I am so thrilled my guest next on 9/20/16 was the Mayor of The City of Kent! The City of Kent of was the second city to incorporate in King County. With 138 languages spo...