From Home to Here

Immigration isn't just about immigrants — it's about the rest of us, too. In this episode, we sit down with Tom Bradshaw, a nationally recognized white-collar criminal defense attorney who spent decades on high-profile cases before turning his focus to something very different: helping people who might otherwise have no access to legal representation.

Tom is the co-founder of the Neighborhood Justice Center in Kansas City, a nonprofit legal clinic connecting volunteer attorneys with individuals, including immigrants, who can't afford representation. He's also the son of Irish immigrants, giving him a personal window into the immigrant experience in America.

We talk about his parents' journey and what it taught him, his path into law, why he chose community service over retirement, and what it really takes to build a justice system that shows up for everyone. Along the way, we ask the season's big question: what does America ask of immigrants in 2026 and what does it owe them?

In this episode of From Home to Here, we shift from systems to stories because immigration is not just about policies or paperwork. It’s about families, identity, and the generations shaped in between.

Sahin Hoque joins us to share his journey as the son of immigrant parents from India. Born in New York and raised in Iowa, Sahin grew up navigating two very different worlds -- balancing the culture of his home with the reality of the environment around him. Like many first-generation Americans, his story is marked by quiet resilience, unspoken expectations, and a deep awareness of the sacrifices that made his life possible.

We talk about what it means to carry your parents’ dreams while trying to define your own. The pressure to succeed. The moments of feeling different. The evolving understanding of identity and belonging, not just as a child, but now as a parent raising the next generation.

Today, Sahin works in technology, lives in Kansas with his wife and young son, and reflects on how his upbringing continues to shape the way he shows up for his family, his community, and himself. His story offers an honest look at the first-generation experience: one that is often shared, but rarely fully spoken about.

As we continue exploring our Season 3 question: What does America ask of immigrants in 2026, and what does it owe them? This conversation invites us to think about the long-term impact of immigration. Not just on those who arrive, but on the children who grow up carrying their legacy forward.

Because immigration doesn’t end with one generation. It evolves through them.

We hear about "fixing the immigration system" all the time — but what does that system actually look like from the inside? This season, From Home to Here is going deeper: asking bigger questions, challenging assumptions, and starting with the foundation.

In our season premiere, host sits down with Clare Murphy Shaw, Executive Director of Asylum Clinic KC, to break down how U.S. immigration law actually works — from what happens the moment someone arrives at the border seeking asylum, to what it means for a child to face removal proceedings alone, without a lawyer.

Clare has spent her career in courtrooms, consultations, and emergency filings representing unaccompanied minors, asylum seekers, and families facing deportation. She doesn't speak from theory — she speaks from the front lines.

This episode covers:

• The real difference between asylum, refugee status, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
• What the system asks of immigrants — and how high the bar really is
• How trauma intersects with credibility in children's cases
• How politics shapes the lives of real families every four years
• The moral question at the heart of this season: What does America ask of immigrants in 2026 — and what does it owe them?

Produced by Eye of an Immigrant, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, in collaboration with FiredUp Studios.

We sit down with Natasha Bush this season finale to unpack what it means to change perspectives, immigrate to a small Midwest town, and how easy it is to get comfortable in the familiar - even if you have more layers.

We’re also joined by our founder, Komalpreet Kaur as we dive into the immigrant experience — exploring the parallels between being a child of immigrants and being an immigrant yourself.

From navigating life without a roadmap besides her family to finding her voice and confidence, Natasha shares an honest and powerful reflection in this season finale alongside Zik Nwanganga🧡

We sit down with Dwight Colerangle to unpack the idea of “you don’t know what you don’t know" and how it really hits different as an immigrant.
Navigating life and a new country through an African mentality, staying close to community, and the culture shock of building a home away from home - and what it truly takes. Dwight shares an honest and refreshing perspective on growth, resilience, and hindsight that propelled him to where he is today.
In this episode, we look at how staying grounded in your roots and previous experiences can help you thrive in unfamiliar environments.

We sit down with Ajayi Adeola and talk about the power of passion - loving what you do so much that you’ll show up no matter the circumstances.
Whether it was playing under the hot sun without proper gear or pushing forward in less-than-ideal conditions, his passion and vision kept him going.
This conversation is a dive into how America can be a space for opportunity, where people can carve their own path, and find safe spaces in the chaos. Before the opportunities or recognition come, the unseen dedication, dreams, and hard work are at the forefront. At the heart of it all, there’s a simple truth: sometimes we just have to respect what makes people happy, even if their journey looks different from ours.

Growing up with early cross-cultural experiences shaped Jennifer's worldview — giving her a global mindset and a deep empathy for people from every walk of life. Now, married to an entrepreneurial first-generation immigrant from Hong Kong, her days are steeped in big ideas, bold creativity, rich cultural flavors, and (let’s be honest) a bit of beautiful chaos.

This week’s episode dives into how diverse backgrounds shape our perspectives — and how blending worlds can spark unexpected magic.

This week's upcoming episode we sit down with Milca Aguirre and learn what does it mean to grow up with immigrant parents who want to shield you from the world while also making sure you’re prepared to face it?
In this episode, we explore the emotional complexities of growing up in Kansas City, Kansas as a child of immigrants. From learning adult realities too soon as the oldest sibling to balancing two cultures, this conversation dives into the weight, resilience, and identity of first-gen childhood.

This week's episode we sit down with Miranda Schultz to explore a question so many of us wrestle with: Where does true belonging begin?
As immigrants, we often seek validation—from our communities, our families, our friends. But what if real belonging doesn’t come from the outside?
Miranda, who was adopted from China and raised in the Midwest, shares how she’s learned that feeling “enough,” even when it feels weird or unfamiliar, is something that starts within.
This conversation is a powerful reflection on the journey home to yourself, identity, and how others uplift us.

This week's episode is a real, honest conversation on identity, growing up an immigrant in American society, and finding your way back.

Zaldy's story is one that highlights that as immigrants, we don't always need to conform to society or American standards to be "cool".

Now? He’s owning his culture, loud and proud. Not only does he understand the WHY behind his heritage but sharing it in his everyday life as he continues to soar personally and professionally.