Latest Children of immigrants Podcast Episodes

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OG Check-in: Getting Mom to Understand Her Modern Dating Needs

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - August 08, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes
Last year, Chai told us about her mom’s efforts to find her a husband through Indian matrimonial websites. In this candid follow-up, she updates Juleyka on her dating life, and reflects on how a surprising diagnosis really helped both her and her mom understand Chai, and what she needs in a part...

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OG Check-in: Getting Mom to Understand Her Modern Dating Needs

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - August 08, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes
Last year, Chai told us about her mom’s efforts to find her a husband through Indian matrimonial websites. In this candid follow-up, she updates Juleyka on her dating life, and reflects on how a surprising diagnosis really helped both her and her mom understand Chai, and what she needs in a part...

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OG Check-in: Breaking the Family's Silence Around Suicide

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - August 01, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes
Last year Sasha talked to us about her younger sister’s suicide, and the impact her family’s unwillingness to talk about it had on her mental health. This time, she talks to Juleyka about speaking openly about her bipolar disorder, learning to say “no” as part of self-care, and using the movie E...

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OG Check-in: Breaking the Family's Silence Around Suicide

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - August 01, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes
Last year Sasha talked to us about her younger sister’s suicide, and the impact her family’s unwillingness to talk about it had on her mental health. This time, she talks to Juleyka about speaking openly about her bipolar disorder, learning to say “no” as part of self-care, and using the movie E...

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OG Check-in: Still Not Ready to Speak with Parents about Being Nonbinary

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 25, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes
Last year, Veda explained why they chose not to discuss their queer identity with their Indian parents. Veda returns to update Juleyka on how moving back in with their parents has changed the family dynamics in surprising ways. They also reflect on their developing views on pronouns, gender flui...

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OG Check-in: Still Not Ready to Speak with Parents about Being Nonbinary

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 25, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes
Last year, Veda explained why they chose not to discuss their queer identity with their Indian parents. Veda returns to update Juleyka on how moving back in with their parents has changed the family dynamics in surprising ways. They also reflect on their developing views on pronouns, gender flui...

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OG Check-in: Taking a Break from Grad School and Reconnecting with Herself

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 18, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes
When we spoke last year, Vanessa had just informed her parents she was taking a leave of absence from her physician associate program. She returns to speak with Juleyka about the self- discovery she experienced while getting clarity around career choices, and the steps she took to shift her rela...

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OG Check-in: Taking a Break from Grad School and Reconnecting with Herself

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 18, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes
When we spoke last year, Vanessa had just informed her parents she was taking a leave of absence from her physician associate program. She returns to speak with Juleyka about the self- discovery she experienced while getting clarity around career choices, and the steps she took to shift her rela...

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Confessions of a Recovering People-Pleaser

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 11, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
Mariela used to be the family peacekeeper, but as she learns to acknowledge negative emotions and embrace healthy conflict, she's facing resistance from her Mexican mom. And therapist Nicole Linardi helps us understand the impact sibling order has on relationships, and offers tips for negotiatin...

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Confessions of a Recovering People-Pleaser

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 11, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
Mariela used to be the family peacekeeper, but as she learns to acknowledge negative emotions and embrace healthy conflict, she's facing resistance from her Mexican mom. And therapist Nicole Linardi helps us understand the impact sibling order has on relationships, and offers tips for negotiatin...

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She Told Her Mom Dad Sexually Abused Her

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 04, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
As an adult, Lorilee made the decision to disclose to her Filipina mom the sexual abuse she says she endured as a child. And Mira Yusef, advocate and community organizer against gender-based violence, speaks with Juleyka about how to have hard conversations about abuse, disclosure and accountabi...

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She Told Her Mom Dad Sexually Abused Her

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 04, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
As an adult, Lorilee made the decision to disclose to her Filipina mom the sexual abuse she says she endured as a child. And Mira Yusef, advocate and community organizer against gender-based violence, speaks with Juleyka about how to have hard conversations about abuse, disclosure and accountabi...

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Telling Mom She’s Also Biased

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 27, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
While speaking to her Korean mom about anti-Asian violence amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Phyllis must also confront her family's prejudice. And racial justice attorney and activist Manjusha Kulkarni offers advice for talking with parents about challenging racial discrimination. Phylllis writes ...

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Telling Mom She’s Also Biased

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 27, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
While speaking to her Korean mom about anti-Asian violence amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Phyllis must also confront her family's prejudice. And racial justice attorney and activist Manjusha Kulkarni offers advice for talking with parents about challenging racial discrimination. Phylllis writes ...

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Convincing Mamí My Depression Is Not About Her

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 20, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
When Ashley turned to therapy and medication for her depression she worried her Puerto Rican mom would feel guilty.  And MarySue Heilemann, a nurse and researcher who studies transmedia and the mental well-being of Latinas, busts myths around mental health treatments and offers tips for getting ...

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Convincing Mamí My Depression Is Not About Her

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 20, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
When Ashley turned to therapy and medication for her depression she worried her Puerto Rican mom would feel guilty.  And MarySue Heilemann, a nurse and researcher who studies transmedia and the mental well-being of Latinas, busts myths around mental health treatments and offers tips for getting ...

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Yearning for Independence, But Unable to Tell Parents

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 13, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
As a high school student Terry dreamed of going away to college, but she knew her Cuban parents would never allow it. And Juleyka speaks with filmmaker and activist Denise Soler Cox about how to tackle the ongoing push and pull between Latino family expectations and our self-determination. Terr...

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Yearning for Independence, But Unable to Tell Parents

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 13, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
As a high school student Terry dreamed of going away to college, but she knew her Cuban parents would never allow it. And Juleyka speaks with filmmaker and activist Denise Soler Cox about how to tackle the ongoing push and pull between Latino family expectations and our self-determination. Terr...

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Her Roots Inspired a Career Change, but Mamí Doesn't Get It

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 06, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
When Kathy left corporate America to become an energy worker, her Salvadoran mom didn't understand her choice, or why Kathy felt so drawn to it. And Cynthia Pong, a career coach, helps us break down corporate trauma and speak with our parents about finding purpose in our work. Featured Expert: ...

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Her Roots Inspired a Career Change, but Mamí Doesn't Get It

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 06, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
When Kathy left corporate America to become an energy worker, her Salvadoran mom didn't understand her choice, or why Kathy felt so drawn to it. And Cynthia Pong, a career coach, helps us break down corporate trauma and speak with our parents about finding purpose in our work. Featured Expert: ...

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When Mom Doesn't Believe in Romantic Love

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 30, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
Bunmi is looking for a partner, but talking with her Nigerian mom about her love life is complicated. And Sherrae Lachhu, a relationship coach for BIPOC couples and individuals, speaks with Juleyka about differentiating our relationship values from our parents'. Featured Expert:  Sherrae Lachh...

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When Mom Doesn't Believe in Romantic Love

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 30, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
Bunmi is looking for a partner, but talking with her Nigerian mom about her love life is complicated. And Sherrae Lachhu, a relationship coach for BIPOC couples and individuals, speaks with Juleyka about differentiating our relationship values from our parents'. Featured Expert:  Sherrae Lachh...

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When Mamí Plans Her Retirement Around Your Life

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 23, 2022 04:00 - 18 minutes
Amy’s Puerto Rican mom began making retirement plans around the future grandchildren Amy would give her. But Amy had to tell her she was not planning to have kids. And Psychologist Maritza Mikolich returns to the show to explain codependency and offer advice on setting boundaries when sharing pe...

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When Mamí Plans Her Retirement Around Your Life

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 23, 2022 04:00 - 18 minutes
Amy’s Puerto Rican mom began making retirement plans around the future grandchildren Amy would give her. But Amy had to tell her she was not planning to have kids. And Psychologist Maritza Mikolich returns to the show to explain codependency and offer advice on setting boundaries when sharing pe...

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Questions about Papí's Drinking Still Linger

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 16, 2022 04:00 - 18 minutes
Brenda wants to talk to her Mexican dad about his history with alcohol abuse and the violence it caused, but he's usually closed off about it. And Katheryn Perez, a therapist who works with first-gen and BIPOC clients, offers strategies for broaching the subject with empathy and care—for everyon...

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Questions about Papí's Drinking Still Linger

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 16, 2022 04:00 - 18 minutes
Brenda wants to talk to her Mexican dad about his history with alcohol abuse and the violence it caused, but he's usually closed off about it. And Katheryn Perez, a therapist who works with first-gen and BIPOC clients, offers strategies for broaching the subject with empathy and care—for everyon...

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Opening Up to Mamí for the First Time

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 09, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
Nathalie says her fears around money, and her need for structure as an adult, come from how she was raised, but speaking vulnerably about it with her Dominican mom has always been hard. And Dr. Lisette Sanchez, a bilingual and bicultural psychologist helps us understand intergenerational trauma ...

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Opening Up to Mamí for the First Time

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 09, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
Nathalie says her fears around money, and her need for structure as an adult, come from how she was raised, but speaking vulnerably about it with her Dominican mom has always been hard. And Dr. Lisette Sanchez, a bilingual and bicultural psychologist helps us understand intergenerational trauma ...

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Oldest Daughter Is Tired of Being Everyone's Go-to

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 02, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
In her multigenerational Cuban-American household Yasmin is expected to be the main caretaker and problem-solver for her family, and the toxic dynamics are taking a toll on her confidence, spiking her stress levels and worsening her mental health. And Raquel Carrasquillo, a therapist and life co...

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Oldest Daughter Is Tired of Being Everyone's Go-to

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 02, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes
In her multigenerational Cuban-American household Yasmin is expected to be the main caretaker and problem-solver for her family, and the toxic dynamics are taking a toll on her confidence, spiking her stress levels and worsening her mental health. And Raquel Carrasquillo, a therapist and life co...