In this powerful solo episode, host Naomi Manu steps out from behind the microphone and tells her own immigrant story.

From leaving home with dreams and expectations, to navigating visas, culture shock, and isolation — Naomi shares the moments that shaped her journey across borders. She opens up about the things she didn’t know before migrating, the mistakes she made, the lessons she learned the hard way, and the quiet resilience it took to keep going when things felt uncertain.

This episode isn’t about having it all figured out.
It’s about surviving, adapting, and becoming—while living between worlds.

If you’re an international student, immigrant, worker, or anyone who has ever felt like they don’t fully belong “here” or “there,” this story is for you.

🎧 This episode sets the tone for Beyond Borders Dilemma—a space for honest conversations about immigrant life, power, struggle, growth, and hope.