Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 18: Filmmaker and Advocate Samantha “Sam” Ramirez-Herrera

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Imagine being separated from family in your native country for 30 years. No ability to visit them and return to the U.S. Samantha “Sam” Ramirez-Herrera lived this and finally got the opportunity to visit her native land and family thanks to a special travel permit called "advance parole". As a filmmaker, the DACA recipient and immigration rights advocate documented the trip to Mexico in a beautiful film called "El Regreso". The film is described: "Against the vibrant visual backdrop of Mexico's Day Of The Dead, "El Regreso" explores rebirth through the lens of one dreamer's awakening."
In our interview, Sam provides a candid look into her evolution from being an undocumented child to having DACA and becoming a filmmaker/entrepreneur who has created over a hundred jobs in the process. Sam will not be deterred by the haters in our society and provides a refreshing perspective on life as an immigrant with no current path to citizenship.

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 30: Multidisciplinary Artist Safwat Saleem 1:06:52

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Send us a text Safwat Saleem joins me in this episode to talk about his journey from Pakistan to the United States and how immigrant themes are prevalent in his artwork. Safwat is a multidisciplinary artist with a key focus on cultural loss resulting from assimilation. As described on his website, "Safwat’s body of work weaves together themes of preservation, desire to belong, resistance and joy as an immigrant father raising a multiracial child in the American Southwest." Safwat, now a Pakistani-American, talks about his arrival in the U.S. as an F-1 student visa holder attending college in Mississippi and the cultural differences that came with living there as a practicing Muslim. He speaks of his motivations to become an artist and how he uses satire as a tool to challenge perceptions. Safwat art is multidimensional as he uses graphic design, illustration and writing to film and sound. Safwat believes in using his art for social impact and has collaborated with non-profit and change-making organizations like Fine Acts, 18 Million Rising, RUN AAPI, SAADA and TED. Safwat is a pizza connoisseur and that makes him a-OK in my book!…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 29: Immigration & Civil Rights Attorney Ira Kurzban 1:24:44

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Send us a text Ira Kurzban's last name has become synonymous with the field of immigration law. He published the first edition of the Kurzban's Immigration Law Sourcebook in 1990 and it quickly became one of the most respected treatises on U.S. immigration law. Nineteen editions later, the book is universally used by private immigration lawyers, government lawyers, judges, policy makers and countless immigration advocates as one of the primary sources of U.S. immigration law and policy. Mr. Kurzban is much more than just a book, however, and in this podcast we discuss the incredible civil rights litigation he has engaged in. Most notably, his work on behalf of Haitian citizens. He has received countless awards and recognition for his work on behalf of immigrants and the legal community. Mr. Kurzban is also one of the founders of Immigrants’ List, the first pro-immigrant bipartisan political action committee in the United States.…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 28: Part 2 of Dr. Goldman's Family Therapy with siblings Alejandra Pablos & Jesus Magaña 58:19

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Send us a text THIS IS PART 2 OF A 2-PART AFTER SCHOOL SPECIAL EPISODE In this final part of our discussion, we delve more into the loving bond between Alejandra and Jesus and how her deportation case made it even stronger. Life is complicated. One thing that we know is nobody's perfect (besides Donald Trump). Alejandra Pablos learned the hard way after being detained for two years at the Eloy Detention Center and she's hoping for a second chance. While Ale was born on side of the border and her brother, Jesus Magaña was born on the other side. Jesus, a U.S. citizen. Ale, who lived in the U.S. for nearly her entire life, finally realized she was not a U.S. citizen in her teens. She eventually became a permanent resident but after a difficult time that resulted in convictions for DUI and drug possession, Ale found herself in deportation proceedings in 2011. Ale has become an important voice in immigrant and women's reproductive health rights. Jesus, a veteran of the Air Force, is now a licensed social worker who helps immigrants by evaluating their mental health. While Jesus and Ale have many differences and their pasts are remarkably distinct, they have one strong commonality: Saving Ale from deportation. The two talk with me about their childhoods, the bond that has strengthened as they've grown and their fight to keep Ale in the United States. Dr. Goldman's notes: Only Jesus cried...…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 27: Dr. Goldman's Family Therapy with siblings Alejandra Pablos & Jesus Magaña 1:05:57

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Send us a text Life is complicated. One thing that we know is nobody's perfect (besides Donald Trump). Alejandra Pablos learned the hard way after being detained for two years at the Eloy Detention Center and she's hoping for a second chance. While Ale was born on side of the border and her brother, Jesus Magaña was born on the other side. Jesus, a U.S. citizen. Ale, who lived in the U.S. for nearly her entire life, finally realized she was not a U.S. citizen in her teens. She eventually became a permanent resident but after a difficult time that resulted in convictions for DUI and drug possession, Ale found herself in deportation proceedings in 2011. Ale has become an important voice in immigrant and women's reproductive health rights. Jesus, a veteran of the Air Force, is now a licensed social worker who helps immigrants by evaluating their mental health. While Jesus and Ale have many differences and their pasts are remarkably distinct, they have one strong commonality: Saving Ale from deportation. The two talk with me about their childhoods, the bond that has strengthened as they've grown and their fight to keep Ale in the United States. Dr. Goldman's notes: Only Jesus cried... THIS IS PART 1 OF A 2-PART AFTER SCHOOL SPECIAL EPISODE…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 26: Attorney and Human Rights Advocate Mark Shmueli 1:19:04

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Send us a text Mark Shmueli lets his compassion propel his desire to help other humans. He has been in the trenches assisting immigrants for over twenty years and been outspoken regarding xenophobic policies that directly hurt the U.S. immigrant population and others trying to reach our shores. Mark has been the representative of the Maryland State Bar Association on the Governor’s Commission to Study the Impact of Immigrants in Maryland Mark co-authored its 2012 final report. In this interview, he speaks about the influences that helped shape his career in immigration law, including his own family's immigrant past. Mark also speaks about his leadership to push for more progressive immigration policies and reforms and his fight against restrictionist policies such as the Muslim travel ban. Mark summarizes his desire to help others: "My dedication to justice, human rights and family unity shape my work. I am extremely fortunate to meet so many extraordinary people and to help them to achieve their dreams of living in the US. At my core I do not believe that borders should separate families, keep people from safety or prevent people from working where they want and employers from hiring the workers they want or need. That is what drives me to fight for my clients."…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 25- Political and Legal Geographer Austin Kocher 1:09:15

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Send us a text Anyone who wants the facts on immigration controls, policing and border enforcement must follow/subscribe to Dr. Austin Kocher on social media and through his writings on Substack. He is a must follow! His research and data has been widely cited to and noted in both academic and media publications. Dr. Kocher is a geographer and Assistant Research Professor in the Office of Research and Creative Activity in the S.I. Newhouse of Public Communication at Syracuse University (GO ORANGE!!!). He was previously at the Civic Research Data Lab (CRDL) and the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC), a research lab at Syracuse University that uses Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to study the U.S. immigration enforcement apparatus. In this interview we discuss Dr. Kocher's unconventional path to becoming a well-known expert on immigration enforcement.…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 24: Douglas Rivlin, Important Longtime Voice for Immigration Reform 1:06:22

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Send us a text He may have recently retired but you haven't heard the last of Douglas "Doug" Rivlin when it comes to progressive U.S. immigration policies and advocacy. For over thirty years, Doug has been an important voice for the immigrant community. After getting his start in the immigrant rights domain, along with Frank Sharry, as the Director of Communications for the National Immigration Forum, he became the Deputy Chief of Staff for Rep. Luis V. Gutierrez (D-IL). Doug has worked tirelessly for immigration reforms that would keep immigrant families together, create more legal opportunities for foreign nationals to immigrate and bring more compassion to our often cruel and unforgiving system. After his work for Rep. Gutierrez, he became the Senior Director of Communication for America’s Voice and America’s Voice Education Fund. In this interview Doug talks about his professional journey and how, although he recently retired, he remains an important voice for the voiceless. You can follow Doug on Bluesky.…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 23: Colorado State Rep. and Trailblazer Naquetta Ricks 53:43

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Send us a text Colorado state representative Naquetta Ricks' immigrant story has been a primary influence in her decision to enter the political arena. Rep. Ricks is the first African immigrant to be elected to the Colorado General Assembly, and the first Liberian American to be elected to any state legislature. At 13 years old she was forced to flee civil war in Liberia, and her family settled in Aurora, Colorado. Thanks to the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), which included the amnesty program, Rep. Ricks received legal status. She is the owner and operator of a successful small mortgage brokerage business and is the founder and President of the African Chamber of Commerce, Colorado USA. As a leading Black woman in business and politics, she works tirelessly to improve her community by helping build economic opportunities, and by championing the rights of immigrants and refugees.…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 22: Myles Traphagen, Borderlands Program Coordinator for the Wildlands Network 1:09:58

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Send us a text Myles Traphagen is the ultimate champion for migrant rights: for insects, animals and humans. He is a recognized advocate for the conservation and protection of our ecology in the face of human-created devastation. Myles is consistently cited to and quoted by numerous media organizations when it comes to the negative impact of the border wall on the natural environment on the U.S./Mexico border. As the Borderlands Program Coordinator for the Wildlands Network, Myles is the foremost expert on the borderlands region with a focus on channeling collaborative efforts to maintain and restore habitat for species like jaguar, black bear and Sonoran pronghorn. His critical research has documented dramatic reductions in wildlife crossings through border walls compared to vehicle barriers and highlights the urgent need for mitigation strategies to preserve biodiversity and restore wildlife connectivity in the region. He is an important voice against the border wall and other human-made barriers. Myles also serves as an important advocate for the rights of migrants who travel through the Southwest border and speaks about his experiences in assisting them. His perspective is extremely important and he embodies the MLK, Jr. quote: "let's build bridges, not walls." Please join me and listen to Myles' story and his unique experiences working on the border for the common good.…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 21: Elhadj Ndoye, Founder of the non-profit "The Forgotten Children" 1:21:53

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Send us a text Ehadj (El) Ndoye embodies the phrase "giving back". He immigrated from Senegal as a student and found a permanent home and community in Tucson, Arizona. However, El never forgot his roots and in 2010 he founded "The Forgotten Children", a non-profit geared towards helping the street children ( talibè) in Senegal by achieving goals of self-sufficiency. What began as a means of providing clothes and other necessities to the orphaned, impoverished and homeless children in M'bour Senegal, West Africa, became a larger mission. Behind El's leadership, they established a boarding school that would provide safe housing, nourishment and education for these children in dire need. El published his memoir, Dream On, Seydou: A Memoir Of A Senegalese Immigrant, where you can learn about his life story, the motivation behind his non-profit organization and how they took a desolate plot of land and turned it into a place of education and safety for some of the most vulnerable in our world. His story serves as an inspiration for all and he has now helped many Senegalese orphans get an education and a chance at opportunity and success.…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 20: A Festivus Celebration! 51:33

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Send us a text The 1st Annual Immigration Condemnation Awards. In this episode I review some of the most ridiculous stories about our government in 2024 from immigration lawyers. At the conclusion, I name a winner of the most absurd story. Let's air our grievances on this December 23rd and never forget that Festivus is for the rest of us!!…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 19: Andrew Fels & Natalie Cadwalader-Schultheis About Enforced Disappearances 1:10:26

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Send us a text Andrew Fels and Natalie Cadwalader-Schultheis are human rights attorneys who bring a voice to the voiceless. Through litigation and research they are exposing the U.S. government's violations of international law and unlawful use of inhumane policies that force migrants into situations where they disappear and/or die. Natalie and Andrew join me to discuss how this occurs under the current enforcement construct and how the U.S. Border Patrol and ICE are complicit in these acts. In one study conducted by Natalie and Diego F. Leal they collected and analyzed data from 117 respondents and found that 73 percent who were in BP custody experienced an enforced disappearance as they were unable to make phone calls and were offered no reliable publicly accessible locator system to be located by. Both lawyers are exposing these human rights violations and, in turn, hope to push for more transparency by the U.S. government. Their efforts could save lives and prevent these agencies from functioning as a secret police.…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 18: Filmmaker and Advocate Samantha “Sam” Ramirez-Herrera 52:38

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Send us a text Imagine being separated from family in your native country for 30 years. No ability to visit them and return to the U.S. Samantha “Sam” Ramirez-Herrera lived this and finally got the opportunity to visit her native land and family thanks to a special travel permit called "advance parole". As a filmmaker, the DACA recipient and immigration rights advocate documented the trip to Mexico in a beautiful film called "El Regreso". The film is described: "Against the vibrant visual backdrop of Mexico's Day Of The Dead, "El Regreso" explores rebirth through the lens of one dreamer's awakening." In our interview, Sam provides a candid look into her evolution from being an undocumented child to having DACA and becoming a filmmaker/entrepreneur who has created over a hundred jobs in the process. Sam will not be deterred by the haters in our society and provides a refreshing perspective on life as an immigrant with no current path to citizenship.…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 17: Immigration Policy Expert David J. Bier 45:06

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Send us a text At a time where disinformation runs rampant throughout the United States, David Bier is a source of the truth when it comes to the immigration system. He provides a wealth of data through his research and his publications have been widely cited to. David is the director of immigration studies at the Cato Institute and has testified before House and Senate committees. If you think U.S. immigration in the 21st century is "easy", David will prove you wrong. Before you listen to this episode, here's a multiple choice question for you (answer is in our discussion): How long did David estimate it can take an Indian immigrant with an advanced degree to get a green card (EB-2) through the modern-day legal employment-based system? a) between 15-20 years b) between 30-40 years c) 50+ years d) 150+ years…

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Immigration Ain't Easy Ep. 16: Apple Logo Creator and Chicano Artist Carlos Pérez David (part 2 of 2) 57:45

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Send us a text Part 2 of 2 of my interview with Carlos Pérez David. Carlos created one of the world's most iconic logos: the Apple logo. As an immigrant from Mexico, Carlos has also become a recognized Chicano artist who has been influenced by artists of the Mexican, Chicano and Indigenous art movements. He is a community activist and this is represented through his artistic process. Carlos has some incredible tales of working with Rob Janoff and his design team, while collaborating with Steve Jobs. You'll also learn about his immigration story, how he honed his creative skills and his championing of human rights. Carlos will lighten your day!…

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