International Immersion

International Immersion

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International Immersion episodes

  • Flying from the US to Mainland China during COVID

    In this episode, we revisit a person who has traveled from Mainland China to the US during the CVOID-19 Pandemic, but now see what it was like to return to China from the US and see the differences. Specifically, like in the previous episode, she breaks down the process step by step from initial preparation to arrival and the aftermath. Her account is very eye-opening and displays the steps and challenges required to travel during the pandemic pointing out the differences between both countries. 

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    • 51 min
    • Interview with Sara Im: Cambodian Genocide Survivor, Author, and Motivational Speaker

      In this episode, we sit down with Sara Im and dive into her life from Cambodia to her current residence in the US. Sara Im is an inspirational speaker and a survivor of the mass genocide in Cambodia describing in terrifying detail life under the Khmer Rouge and the atrocious hardships she faced. She is also an author of an award-winning book “How I Survived the Killing Fields”.  Sara graduated from Western Connecticut State University. She operates her own wellness business, Smart Healthy Living.   Sara speaks to inspire and instill hope and confidence in her audience at conferences, seminars, churches, schools, TV, radios, podcasts, and more.  Sara is a member of the Women Speakers Association and Toastmasters International  She just celebrated her 31rst year of marriage to her husband.  She currently lives in Florida. 

      Sara can be reached at www.saraim.com or details for her book can be found at www.saraim.com/book: Linkedin @saraIm2  

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      • 1 hr 9 min
      • Interview & Discussion with ICANGOVERN the Indian based Governance Initiative Part 2

        In part two of this episode, we finish our discussion with the members of ICANGOVERN, an independent community collective that engages in local governance initiatives with outcome-oriented organizations, institutions, and individuals focused on resolving fundamental policy issues through informed interventions. Based in India but with a global perspective and vision we delve into the aspects of this organization and the motivating factors and long-term objectives they wish to achieve. It also gives an insight into an organization based in India but has a global mindset in its outlook.

        1. Chandan Kumar: who works in Solvion Healthcare LTD as a Clinical Business Associate currently residing in Darbhanga, Bihar, India
        2. Nikita Jha: completed a Post Graduate program in Politics & and Public Administration. A teacher by profession and currently working with whitehat jr. To date has been involved with ICANGOVERN for 11 months.
        3. The other team and contributors of ICANGOVERN
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          • 53 min
          • Interview & Discussion with ICANGOVERN the Indian based Governance Initiative Part 1

            In part one of this episode, we discuss with the members of ICANGOVERN, an independent community collective that engages in local governance initiatives with outcome-oriented organizations, institutions, and individuals focused on resolving fundamental policy issues through informed interventions. Based in India but with a global perspective and vision we delve into the aspects of this organization and the motivating factors and long-term objectives they wish to achieve. It also gives an insight into an organization based in India but has a global mindset in its outlook.

            1. Chandan Kumar: who works in Solvion Healthcare LTD as a Clinical Business Associate currently residing in Darbhanga, Bihar, India
            2. Nikita Jha: completed a Post Graduate program in Politics & and Public Administration. A teacher by profession and currently working with whitehat jr. To date has been involved with ICANGOVERN for 11 months.
            3. The other team and contributors of ICANGOVERN
            4. Please let us know what you think of International Immersion

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              • 47 min
              • Interview & Discussion with ICANGOVERN the Indian based Governance Initiative

                In this episode, we discuss with the members of ICANGOVERN, an independent community collective that engages in local governance initiatives with outcome-oriented organizations, institutions, and individuals focused on resolving fundamental policy issues through informed interventions. Based in India but with a global perspective and vision we delve into the aspects of this organization and the motivating factors and long-term objectives they wish to achieve. It also gives an insight into an organization based in India but has a global mindset in its outlook. 

                1. Chandan Kumar: who works in Solvion Healthcare LTD as a Clinical Business Associate currently residing in Darbhanga, Bihar, India
                2. Nikita Jha: completed a Post Graduate program in Politics & and Public Administration. A teacher by profession and currently working with whitehat jr. To date has been involved with ICANGOVERN for 11 months.
                3. The other team and contributors of ICANGOVERN
                4. Please let us know what you think of International Immersion

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                  • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMUMoKX0dfV8bbki4q_Ibgg
                  • Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-immersion-podcast
                  • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/INTLIMM
                  • 1 hr 38 min
                  • Celebrating Cultural Differences Part 2

                    In part 2 of this episode for Asian & Pacific Islander Appreciation Month, we finish our discussion with five individuals that present cultural, social, and other elements from Vietnam, Cambodia, Japan, the Philippines & Indonesia. Each of them has had a number of experiences and imparts key perspectives and personal experiences. Furthermore, they also give an insight into being a part of two different ethnic or cultural groups and how that influences their lives. Out of it, it shows that we can learn so much about each other and that we are all similar and have more in common than differences. This is part one of a two-part discussion You can see their bios below for more information:

                    • Sara Im is an inspirational speaker and a survivor of the mass genocide in Cambodia. She is an author of an award-winning book “How I Survived the Killing Fields”.  Sara graduated from Western Connecticut State University. She operates her own wellness business, Smart Healthy Living.   Sara speaks to inspire and instill hope and confidence in her audience at conferences, seminars, churches, schools, TV, radios, podcasts, and more.  Sara is a member of the Women Speakers Association and Toastmasters International  She just celebrated her 31rst year of marriage to her husband.  She currently lives in Florida. Sara can be reached at www.saraim.com
                    • Amy M. Le was born in Vietnam and immigrated to the United States in 1980.  The fall of Saigon propelled her family to embark on a treacherous journey to America. She lived in Seattle most of her life and worked for large corporations like Microsoft and T-Mobile.  In 2017 when Amy’s mother passed, Amy quit her corporate career to write her mother’s story. “Snow in Vietnam” was her debut novel published in 2019. Amy is a Vietnam War survivor and a Congenital Heart Defect (CHD) warrior. Today Amy is a full-time author. She resides in Oklahoma with her husband and son. When she is not writing, Amy volunteers for a child advocacy center and serves as president of the Oklahoma City Writers Inc.  Learn More at https://www.amy-m-le.com/
                    • Malia Ogawa, is a historian and writer, and English teacher living in Tokyo. She’s a descendant of Japanese American wartime camp survivors. She dedicates a lot of time to writing about history and promoting education on the Japanese American wartime experience and the experiences of growing up as a mixed-race American woman. Visit her history blog cyclicity.net to learn more.
                    • Callum Koike Marshall is a Nisei (second generation) Japanese Brit. He grew up straddling two worlds - the English world and the Japanese world. He currently lives in Tokyo with his girlfriend Malia where he’s living out his lifelong dream of living in Japan.
                    • Angela Bnscs is a Third Culture Kid who writes for a living. Her international upbringing has inspired a deep interest in individual and collective identities, and the intersection between politics, art, and society. After 27 years of jumping around from Jakarta, London, Singapore, and Paris, she is now attempting to reconnect with her roots in Manila.
                    • Please let us know what you think of International Immersion

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                      • 1 hr 27 min
                      • Why Retire Abroad?

                        Would you retire abroad? Well in this episode of International Immersion we sit down with my good friend Jenny who is planning to retire abroad and delve into the general aspects of what it takes to retire abroad. Specifically, we break down these aspects into the following:

                        1. Finances
                        2. How to choose a place and climate?
                        3. Traveling to other countries?
                        4. What type of environment and lifestyle do you want?
                        5. Healthcare
                        6. Final thoughts and tips 
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                          • 32 min
                          • Celebrating Cultural Differences Part 1

                            In this episode for Asian & Pacific Islander Appreciation Month, we sit down with five individuals that present cultural, social, and other elements from Vietnam, Cambodia, Japan, the Philippines & Indonesia. Each of them has had a number of experiences and imparts key perspectives and personal experiences. Furthermore, they also give an insight into being a part of two different ethnic or cultural groups and how that influences their lives. Out of it, it shows that we can learn so much about each other and that we are all similar and have more in common than differences. This is part one of a two-part discussion You can see their bios below for more information: 

                            • Sara Im is an inspirational speaker and a survivor of the mass genocide in Cambodia. She is an author of an award-winning book “How I Survived the Killing Fields”.  Sara graduated from Western Connecticut State University. She operates her own wellness business, Smart Healthy Living.   Sara speaks to inspire and instill hope and confidence in her audience at conferences, seminars, churches, schools, TV, radios, podcasts, and more.  Sara is a member of the Women Speakers Association and Toastmasters International  She just celebrated her 31rst year of marriage to her husband.  She currently lives in Florida. Sara can be reached at www.saraim.com 
                            • Amy M. Le was born in Vietnam and immigrated to the United States in 1980.  The fall of Saigon propelled her family to embark on a treacherous journey to America. She lived in Seattle most of her life and worked for large corporations like Microsoft and T-Mobile.  In 2017 when Amy’s mother passed, Amy quit her corporate career to write her mother’s story. “Snow in Vietnam” was her debut novel published in 2019. Amy is a Vietnam War survivor and a Congenital Heart Defect (CHD) warrior. Today Amy is a full-time author. She resides in Oklahoma with her husband and son. When she is not writing, Amy volunteers for a child advocacy center and serves as president of the Oklahoma City Writers Inc.  Learn More at https://www.amy-m-le.com/ 
                            • Malia Ogawa, is a historian and writer, and English teacher living in Tokyo. She’s a descendant of Japanese American wartime camp survivors. She dedicates a lot of time to writing about history and promoting education on the Japanese American wartime experience and the experiences of growing up as a mixed-race American woman. Visit her history blog cyclicity.net to learn more. 
                            • Callum Koike Marshall is a Nisei (second generation) Japanese Brit. He grew up straddling two worlds - the English world and the Japanese world. He currently lives in Tokyo with his girlfriend Malia where he’s living out his lifelong dream of living in Japan. 
                            • Angela Bnscs is a Third Culture Kid who writes for a living. Her international upbringing has inspired a deep interest in individual and collective identities, and the intersection between politics, art, and society. After 27 years of jumping around from Jakarta, London, Singapore, and Paris, she is now attempting to reconnect with her roots in Manila. 
                            • Please let us know what you think of International Immersion

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                              • 1 hr 5 min
                              • What You Learn When You Travel Abroad?

                                In this episode, we talk with my friend Jenny about what one can learn when traveling abroad. In summary, our combined travel experiences, include a host of countries in Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Specifically, we break down questions such as:

                                1. What you discover about yourself?
                                2. How things differ from what is done in your home country?
                                3. Truth vs Fiction when you travel?
                                4. Travel is the best teacher
                                5. New skills, abilities and more you can acquire
                                6. What is home?
                                7. How friendships and connections can benefit you
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                                  • 35 min
                                  • An Interview with Anni about Her Life Journey and Eye Opening Experiences

                                    In this episode, we discuss Anni's amazing life from being born and raised in Tianjin, China to her current state. In summary, her experiences range from elementary education in China to High School & College in the US, to working at Coca-Cola & Boeing, to finally working in Antarctica, and becoming a commercial flight instructor. Her life story vindicates the many paths one can take and how to take advantage of opportunities and use motivation and ambition to one's advantage. She also leaves us with tips for success and how to live an active and fulfilled life on an international scale.

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                                    • 44 min

                                    About International Immersion

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                                    A podcast that seeks to capture the combined experiences of people, culture, places, traveling, current events, living abroad, and everything that comes along with them. As someone who has traveled,…