Armenian Enough

If we want a better society, we need to build a better foundation. Few people are in a position to exert more influence over our children than their teachers. Whether they are aware of it or not, young minds absorb much more than their daily lesson plans. Teachers have the ability to imprint their world view, their love of learning, their kindness as well as their curiosity onto the very souls of their students. Hear Dr. Berberian speak about her passion for teaching and her unique brand of magic.

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What does it mean to be a person with no home country? A stranger in every land. Imagine living your life unable to open a bank account in your own name; obtain a driver's license; or perform a myriad of daily tasks that require official identification. Karina shines a spotlight on the struggle of stateless individuals in America, while drawing parallels between her experience and the historical treatment of Armenians under Ottoman rule.

www.UnitedStateless.org

Are Armenian women encouraged to be all that they can be? Do we consciously or unconsciously treat people differently based on their perceived gender? Dr. Sandra Thomasian discusses the unique challenges of being an Armenian woman of many talents and passions. Learn some of her most important tips for living the life you desire. And follow her health & wellness blog at www.DaintyHostess.com

Food plays a powerful role in human memory. The smell, texture, and taste of a particular dish can instantaneously take us back to our first encounter with it. For those of us in the diaspora, it is an immediate connection to our Motherland. It is also one of the most accessible parts of our culture that we are able to share and enjoy with others. Food truly does bring people together. Join us for a discussion about Armenian food with Suzie from Once Upon A Dream Bakery!

You can find them at:

www.OnceUponADreamBakeryLA.com

Dream Bakery [12908 Sherman Way, North Hollywood, CA]

Once Upon A Dream Bakery [19540 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana, CA]

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 in Syria and what he thought about America when he first came here over 45 years ago.

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.