Tahmina Talks Immigration
127 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsTahmina Talks Immigration is a talk show all about US immigration laws hosted by Tahmina Watson- Founder@WatsonImmigrationLaw, passionate #immigrationlawyer, #immigrationreform advocate 4 #entrepreneurs, author, blogger, radio show host, speaker mother&wife
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Immigration and the City of Seattle- Guest Dep. Mayor Kim
June 14, 2016 07:15 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode of ImmigrationWithTahmina on Desi1250am radio, I talk with the Deputy Mayor of Seattle Hyeok Kim. She discusses the reasons immigration is important to the City of Seattle and the current adminstration, the current programs of the City for immigrants and refugees and the upcoming Flag Day to be held on June 14th where 20 Seattle residents will become US citizens. Hope you enjoy learning valuable information about the City of Seattle's commendable efforts to help immigrants ref...
Immigration & H4 work permission w/ Guest Rashi Bhatnagar
June 11, 2016 18:39 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this episode of Immigration with Tahmina which aired on May 31, 2016, I chat with the amazing advocate Rashi Bhatnagar who discusses her efforts on work authorization for H4 visa holders. Learn about her, her efforts, the outcome and much more!
Immigration with Tahmina and news updates
June 11, 2016 18:36 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this episode, aired on May 24th, we discuss immigration news updates.
Immigration & the H1b lottery w/Teresa Fair Field
May 24, 2016 06:15 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, we are delighted to speak with our guest on "Immigration with Tahmina" on Desi 1250am -Teresa L. Fair-Field! Teresa is a local Seattle entrepreneur and business woman, owner of OT Clubhouse. She recently applied for an H1b visa in the lottery on April 1st for an employee. When she agreed to the interview, she had no idea whether she would 'win' the H1b lottery. Originally USCIS announced they would start H1b adjudications on May 16th, so we wanted to ensure we had an intervi...
Immigration and Entrepreneurship w/Adnan Mahmud
May 24, 2016 06:11 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode, we are incredibly thrilled and honored to have a renowned social entrepreneur Adnan Mahmud, founder and CEO of LiveStories on Immigration with Tahmina on Desi 1250 am on Tuesday May 10th at 10am PST. Adnan is an exemplary immigrant entrepreneur who will truly inspire you! Thank you to Adnan for taking time out of his busy schedule for joining us!AdnanAdnan Mahmud is the founder and CEO of LiveStories - a Seattle-based startup building data tools for non-data people, simplify...
Show 24- Citizenship Day chat with Mallori Thompson
May 09, 2016 09:16 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBOn this episode, which aired on 4.19.16, we discuss citizenship with One America's Mallori Thompson. One America organizes Citizenship Day to assist people with their US citizenship applications. Mallori shares valuable information about the process and how to get free legal assistance.
Show 25-Talking Immigration with Congressman Adam Smith
May 09, 2016 09:04 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, which aired on 4.26.16, we were honored to discuss immigration with Washington State 9th district representative Congressman Adam Smith. Congressman Smith has been a strong proponent on immigration issues. Listen to him discuss all his efforts on the issue. Thank you to Congressman Adam Smith for taking time out of his busy schedule to talk immigration with me.
Immigration w/Tahmina aired 3.22.16 - Guest-Katrina Ji
March 23, 2016 22:35 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, we interview Katrina Ji who is the Artistic Director of Culture Shakti Dance Company & Rajasthani Gypsy Caravan. We discuss her work and P3 visas for dancers and musicians. Katrina has appeared on several TV programs in India & the USA in addition to podcasts and magazines. She has performed with some of the worlds most famous dancers! Katrina Ji tours internationally with Rajasthani Gypsy Caravan and teaches Bollywood Dance at her studio, Culture Shakti in Seattle in addit...
Immigration w/Tahmina #22 aired 3.15 .16 New rules-STEM OPT Show (1)
March 23, 2016 22:05 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, we discuss the new STEM OPT rules that were recently released.
Immigration w/Tahmina #20 aired 3.8.16 guest Aurora Chisté
March 13, 2016 18:50 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, we are incredibly thrilled and honored to have an amazing social entrepreneur Aurora Chisté, CEO of Hack for Big Choices on Immigration with Tahmina on Desi 1250 am on Tuesday March 8th at 10am PST.Aurora discusses life as a social entrepreneur as well as an immigrant entrepreneur in the US. She discusses the lack of visa options of people like herself. Listen to this fascinating discussion about changing lives as well as why US immigration laws need to change to keep up with...
Immigration w/Tahmina #19 aired 3.1.16 guest Jorge Baron
March 13, 2016 18:31 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBWe are incredibly honored to have Jorge Barón, Executive Director of Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) on this episode of Immigration With Tahmina” on Desi 1250 am which aired on March 1st at 10am PST. Jorge shares information about NWIRP and the services available for people in the community. He shares tips on how to get through the phone lines. He also shares his insights on #immigrationreform as well as the Supreme Court case on #DAPA and #DACA (deferred action for parents of US c...
Immigration w/Tahmina #19 aired 2.23.16- Guest Rishi Bhilwadikar
February 24, 2016 05:03 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn today's episode we speak with Rishi Bhilwadikar, writer and producer of For Here or To Go? This is a movie close to my heart which shows the effects of the current broken immigration system. An immigrant himself, Rishi tells us about his immigrant background, why he wrote the movie, the challenges he faced as a new film writer and the funds that are needed for a theatrical screening. This is an unmissable interview for anyone interested in immigration reform.
Immigration w/Tahmina #18 aired 2.9.16 - guest James Taylor
February 24, 2016 00:20 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn today's episode, we speak with notable Entertainment attorney James Taylor. In addition to his vast experience in entertainment law, he had the opportunity to help a victim of trafficking and discussed immigration issues related to that. We discuss S and T visas in this context .
Immigration w/Tahmina show #17 2.2-16 Guest Todd Schulte, FWD.us
February 04, 2016 11:34 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode we talk to Todd Schulte, Presidnt of FWD.us. A day after the Iowa primaries, Todd shares his insights on the primaries, election and immigration. Thank you to Todd for taking time out of his busy day to join us my radio show on Desi 1250 am.
Show #16 Immigration w/Tahmina guest Brady Walkinshaw on 1.261.6
January 28, 2016 18:16 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, we discuss the drastic new Visa Waiver rules that revoke ESTA clearance of people who hold dual citizenship with a European country as well one of the following- Iran/Iraq/Sudan and Syria. We also provide news update on the STEM OPT extension issue- STEM OPT will be extended until May 10, 2016. We are also very honored to speak with WA State Representative Brady Walkinshaw. He is running for Congress also. His family immigrated from Cuba, he grew up in the agricultural indu...
Immigration w/Tahmina @Desi1250- 1/ 19 /16 - w/Vivek Wadhwa
January 21, 2016 20:15 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBOn our second show of 2016, we talk to notable academic, entrepreneur, author and think tank Vivek Wadhwa. Wadhwa was one of the first vocal advocates for a Startup Visa in the US. His book The Immigrant Exodus was the first that discussed the reverse brain drain issue. We are honored and privileged to have had the opportunity to speak with him. I hope you will enjoy this insightful discussion. Also on this show, we report on breaking news that the Supreme Court will hear the DACA/DAPA ca...
Immigration W/Tahmina @Desi1250AM air date 1.5.16, guest Rucha Humnabadkar
January 05, 2016 19:10 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBOn our first show of 2016, we talk to Movie Director Rucha Humnbadkar about her wonderful movie For Here or To Go? A movie that depicts the problems of the broken immigration system.Coincidentally, employment-based immigration rules on I-140/AC21 were published to the Federal Register on 12/31 so Rucha's interview is even more meaningful!In today's show, we also have caller Prasad call in a with a great question on the new proposed rules. The call is specifically about what happens with an ap...
Immigration w/Tahmina #11 on 12.22.15 - new laws in Budget deal
December 26, 2015 02:46 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBOn this episode, we discuss the laws that were changed through the budget deal signed into law by President Obama on December 18th 2015. Among the issues are the EB5 investor visa extension, religious visa extension, H1b visa increases and the visa waiver restrictions. Our famous immigrant of the day is Nordstrom in honor of Christmas shopping! Hope you enjoy learning about these updates. Happy holidays!
Immigration w/Tahmina @Desi1250am Show #10 aired 12.15. 15 - guest Ruby Banipal
December 15, 2015 19:06 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, our "famous immigrant(s)' are Procter and Gamble. Learn the history of the brand. Our news update is about the Seattle Office of Immigrants and Refugees Affair mention in a White House report released today, the City of Seattle's adoption of a resolution to protect the Muslim community and also reports of social media investigations that will become part of visa processing; and finally our guest is a wonderful tax lawyer Ruby Banipal of DLA Piper. She gives us a brief summar...
Immigration w/Tahmina Watson #9 ( 12.8.15): Guest- Roxana Norouzi
December 11, 2015 01:55 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBIn this episode, we talk about the fast approaching TPS deadline in December for nationals of Nepal. We chat about Levi Strauss as our famous immigrant of the day. And finally, we have a great interview with Roxana Norouzi, Director of Education and Integration Policy at One America. She discusses the newly launched report on 'brainwaste' - which reports on highly educated immigrants' talents going to waste in the US and what can be done about it. The report discusses skills shortages in th...
Immigration w/Tahmina Watson #8 aired on 12.1.15 with Suchi Sharma
December 04, 2015 17:45 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this episode we discuss White House announcements on restricting the Visa Waiver Program. Our guest notable Seattle attorney Suchi Sharma joins us on the show. She discusses the importance of being engaged in the political process and talks about her role as legal advisor to the Washington State Democratic Caucus. Below is a link with Suchi's bio. https://watsonimmigration.wordpress.com/2015/11/29/shuchi-sharma-next-guest-on-tahminas-radio-show/
Immigration with Tahmina Watson #7 on 11 .24.15 - Guest-Ruchika Tulshyan
November 25, 2015 10:14 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBOn "Immigration with Tahmina Watson" on Desi1250AM on 11.24.15, we discussed the following news updates: Visa Waiver Program security enhancements and S. 2266: H–1B and L–1 Visa Reform Act of 2015 a new bill that will create restrictions on H1b and L1 visas. We also had a wonderful guest- Author and Columnist Ruchika Tulshyan. Bellevue, She discussed her personal experience on a H4 visa and the difficulties people have with visa restrictions. She also discussed her new book The Diversity Ad...
Tahmina's Radio show #6- 11 - 17 - 15-Guest Attorney General Bob Ferguson
November 17, 2015 19:58 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIn today's show we talk to Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson who discusses how is protecting the community from notarios and supporting the President's executive action. In news updates, I touch upon the refugee crisis and the comprehensive vetting process that United States goes through to accept refugees.
Tahmina's Radio Show #5- 11 - 10 - 15 - Guest- Vandana Slatter
November 12, 2015 03:03 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBOn "Immigration with Tahmina Watson" on Desi1250AM on 11.10.15, we discussed the following news updates: DAPA/DACA injunction appeal; NY Times article discussed H1bs but really demonstrated why a Startup Visa is necessary and a GlobeandMail article from Canada that highlighted an entrepreneur who went to Canada instead of the US because the immigration system is so difficult. We also had a wonderful guest- Bellevue, WA's newest elected City Councilwoman Dr. Vandana Slatter. She discussed her ...
Tahmina's Radio Show #4. Guest Craig Montuori
November 04, 2015 19:01 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBOn our show "Immigration with Tahmina Watson" on Desi1250AM which aired on 11 - 3-15, my dear friend and Executive Director of the brand new Global Entrepreneur in Residence Coalition was on the show to speak for the first time about the new Global EIR Coalition that will help immigrant entrepreneurs stay in the US.
Tahmina's Radio Show #3 Sen. Pramila Jayapal
October 31, 2015 22:43 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB"Immigration with Tahmina Watson" on Desi 1250AM show #2. Special guest Washington State Senator Pramila Jayapal discusses all her efforts on immigration reform and civil rights. I hope listeners will be inspired by her, her passion and hard work.
Tahmina's Radio Show #2-Guest-Joel Paget
October 31, 2015 22:29 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MB"Immigration with Tahmina Watson" on Desi 1250 AM. Show #2 aired on 10.20.15. Special guest Immigration attoney Joel Paget discusses how he helped changed law that allowed women to pass on US citizenship to their children.