In this episode, host Maile interviews Carole, an immigrant from Yugoslavia. 

Carole recounts the political and racial discrimination that not only led to her personal struggles but also contributed to the downfall of her home country, Yugoslavia. She reflects on the beauty, suffering, and hardship she endured while seeking sanctuary across various countries before ultimately building a stable life, education, and career in the United States. Through her journey, Carole emphasizes the importance of perseverance, determination, and staying true to oneself.

The conversation explores the complexities of the immigrant experience, reflecting on the bravery, struggles, and triumphs of those who leave home and immigrate to start anew.

[This podcast is a project by 12th-grade students in Mr. Smith’s English class at Mission Vista High School in Vista Unified School District.]