Armenian Enough

The prefix trans in its purest form refers to crossing a boundary, like an ocean, as in the word transatlantic . In this episode of Armenian Enough, Rudy discusses the various terrains including psychological, social, and emotional boundaries he has had to traverse to complete the ultimate journey, one of profound self-discovery.

It was really exciting to have this opportunity to speak with my father about what it was like for him to come to the United States from Syria at the age of 25. I hadn't spent much time thinking about what it must be like to raise a child in a culture that is so vastly different from the one he grew up in. As a parent, that gives me a whole new perspective! Listen to Ara Kasparian talk about life...

One of my all-time favorite ways to connect with people is through sharing a cup of Armenian coffee and a reading! In this fun episode, Pauline and I discuss our mutual love of reading Armenian coffee grounds and the unique rituals surrounding this beautiful tradition. (Pictured below is my daughter reading my coffee cup!)

Are we limited in our notions of what it means to be Armenian, particularly in the diaspora? Adina Babaian walks us through the experience of being a minority within a minority and shares the unique perspective this has afforded her.  

Armenian Enough is a podcast exploring life and identity in the Armenian diaspora. 

What is it like to be Armenian and gay? Ara Babaian speaks candidly about his experiences as a young immigrant growing up in the United States amidst the increasing awareness of his own sexuality. Find out how he managed to navigate the unique challenges of coming out to his conservative Armenian family.