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Ep 10. Darsha is Sugar & Spice, Part. 1
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Sisällön tarjoaa Yolanda Reshemah. Yolanda Reshemah tai sen podcast-alustan kumppani lataa ja toimittaa kaiken podcast-sisällön, mukaan lukien jaksot, grafiikat ja podcast-kuvaukset. Jos uskot jonkun käyttävän tekijänoikeudella suojattua teostasi ilman lupaasi, voit seurata tässä https://fi.player.fm/legal kuvattua prosessia.
Finding Identity and Home: Navigating Life as a Russian Immigrant in America.
Yolanda chats with guest Darsha, a Russian immigrant who has made a life in the USA. She delves into her upbringing in Soviet-era Russia, discusses the impact of the rapid political and cultural changes post-Soviet Union, and reflects on overcoming challenges and finding new opportunities in America.
Daria talks about her marriage to an American missionary, the process of adapting to and integrating into Texan culture, and the trials of acculturation. She also provides a poignant reflection on the current Russian political climate and her stance on the ongoing war, highlighting the importance of repentance and responsibility.
This episode offers an immersive view into the life of an immigrant navigating #cultural transitions, #relationships, and #personal growth.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:04 Navigating Russian Identity Amidst Conflict
00:33 Cultural Contrasts: Soviet Union vs. The West
01:28 Dasha's Journey to America
05:12 Growing Up in the Soviet Union
08:11 Post-Soviet Transformation
11:08 Challenges of Newfound Freedom
13:57 Encountering Western Culture
16:06 Love and Long-Distance Relationships
18:04 Securing a Visa to the U.S.
19:44 The Honest Beginning
20:56 First Impressions of Texas
22:39 Settling Down in America
27:26 Cultural Challenges and Adaptation
35:43 Navigating Identity During Conflict
39:34 Reflections and Advice
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