International Immersion

In this episode, International Immersion had the wonderful opportunity to be a guest in an online class of Myanmar students who have been affected by the military coup. We were able to ask them a number of questions and hear their responses and take questions from them, due to the limited English ability of some of the students, this episode was conducted in English and their native language Kachin. 

The following were the questions we asked these students:

1. How would you describe Myanmar to an outsider?
2. What do you think of the military coup?
3. What do you want the outside world to know about the coup?
4. How has the coup affected you?
5. How can the people of Myanmar resist?
6. What can the outside world do to help?
7. What type of government do you want?
8. What is your dream bott for you and your county?

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In this episode, I break down what inflation is and how it affects people in general along with its direct effects on me and my life.

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In this episode of International Immersion, we speak with Dr. Gregory J. Moore about his latest article on China, Russia, U.S power politics, and in particular China-Russia cooperation. Dr. Moore is a distinguished professor and researcher and a former instructor of mine from graduate school. The main points of the article cover the possibilities and limitations of China-Russia relations, the multitude of factors influencing them, and his point that their relationship is limited.

You can see more of Dr. Moore's work by contacting him by email at: gregoryjohnmoore@gmail.com

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In this episode, we briefly go over the protest in Iran stemming from the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amina who died in the custody of the Morality Police. In addition, we have the words of an Iranian who is witnessing current events and sheds light on the plight of Iranians and women.

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In this episode, I recollect what it was like to climb Yellow Mountain 黃山 in Anhui province China. I further go over in detail information about the mountain, its natural and cultural significance, and the experience of being there.

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In this episode of International Immersion, I break down what it was like to visit a Gun Show in the US.

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In this episode, I recount my personal experience with reverse culture shock upon returning from spending four years in China.  

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In this episode of International Immersion, we discuss Franklin Delano Roosevelts Flag Day speech on June 14th, 1942. In particular, the speech's message and significance today are emphasized and its inspirational quality as well.

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In this episode, we revisit the war in Ukraine exactly three months from the beginning of the conflict. Starting with a recap of the conflict up until now, I then break down the causes, factors, and conditions that have created the current state of affairs and offer ideas on what could happen next. 

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In this episode, we briefly break down the famous speech by Carl Sagan "Pale Blue Dot" and its tremendous message. In times like this with much happening in the world, a speech like this can be a great source of inspiration and provide an uplifting feel. In a nutshell, we are all residents of this planet and have much to gain through interaction and learning collectively instead of letting division and fear drive us to regrettable actions. 

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In this episode, we sit back down with a Ukrainian American and discuss the course of events from Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014 to the current conflict in Ukraine.

Based on the recommendations these are three ways you can help support Ukraine:

1. Contact your government head, in the US, the White House at HTTP://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ or call 202-456-1111 to push for more action
2. Contact your local representatives to support Ukraine through legislation etc
3. Donate to Charity and organizations that directly help Ukrainians 

If you want to aid those affected by the war in Ukraine please see the link here for Rsukraine.org

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In this episode, we discuss with a Native Ukrainian and now a US citizen, on Ukraine, its History, Culture, People, and more. He further breaks down the Ukrainian identity and how it has developed over time and how it differs from Russia. On top of this, he touches on the conflict occurring now and how one can aid those affected by it, and offers suggestions for outside nations on how to provide assistance. 

If you want to aid those affected by the war in Ukraine please see the link here for Rsukraine.org 

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In this episode, I break down what has happened in Ukraine since the Russian invasion on February 24th, 2022. Topics covered include, the course of the invasion, effects on the ground, global impact, humanitarian impact, Ukrainian resistance, future, and possible consequences are all covered.

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In this episode, we sit down with a Chinese-Japanese couple and delve into the dynamics of their relationship. Specifically, we asked them the following questions to learn more.

1. Their background
2. How they met
3. How they became a couple
4. What influences their relationship
5. What are their biggest challenges
6. How their families feel about their relationship
7. What they admire and appreciate about each other
8. What advice would you give about multicultural relationships

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In this episode, we sit down with an American couple and discuss what it was like to start a family during a pandemic. Specifically, we talk about what this couple went through in the process to start a family from initial planning, pregnancy, birth, post-birth, and dealing with an infant. In addition, we talk about the factors they faced during all of these stages influenced by the pandemic. 

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For this episode, I recap my 2015 trip to Jingdezhen known for its amazing porcelain and rich history. I spent a total of two days there and attended the 2015 Jingdezhen International Ceramics Fair and toured the UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising the Imperial Kilns. In addition, I touch on making friends and the experiences of being in a new place and taking in everything you can.

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In this episode, we analyze and dissect some key points from the excerpt "The Man in the Arena" from former US president Theodore Roosevelt. There is a tremendous amount of influence one can gain in terms of daring and reaching out to learn and understand what is beyond you and to never let the naysayers hold you back or control you. Some of its key points are further broken down using some examples from my own life and in general to hammer some of these points home. Travel and going beyond what you know is a key element of manifesting this as well.

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In this episode, I follow up with an individual I interviewed for a previous episode back in May about the situation in Myanmar. Nearly nine months on he goes into detail about what has happened to him and those around him as the violence and unrest have increased. Some of the content in this episode is graphic in nature as it contains content of a country going through civil unrest where atrocities are being committed. 

Our guest on this episode implores anyone who listens, to spread awareness and help support the people of Myanmar through this dark time.

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In this episode, I share some basic thoughts on self-improvement and philosophy that can benefit you when you travel and in one's daily life. These have been collected from life experiences and delving into different forms of philosophy.  

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In this episode, I interview Arlene Samen the founder of One Heart Worldwide which mission is to provide assistance to pregnant women on a global basis. Through their efforts, they have made an impact in such places as Tibet, Nepal, and beyond. 

Arlene began her career in Utah as a nurse practitioner at age 27, specializing in maternal and fetal medicine. In 1997, His Holiness the Dalai Lama asked Arlene to save the lives of mothers and their newborns in Tibet, where one in ten newborns were dying of preventable causes.

In 2004, she left her clinical practice to found One Heart Worldwide (OHW). While working in Tibet, Arlene developed the “Network of Safety” model, which brings life-saving care to expectant mothers and infants where the need is the greatest. In 2009, OHW extended the model to remote villages in Nepal and the Copper Canyon of Mexico. OHW has now arranged to construct and operate nearly 500 birthing centers in Nepal alone. Over the course of her work, Arlene has endured political uprisings, earthquakes, and the SARS epidemic in order to provide women safe, clean deliveries, touching the lives of hundreds of thousands of women to date. 

Arlene has received many awards for her efforts; most recently she received the Global Thinkers Forum 2016 Award for Excellence in Women’s Empowerment. Arlene and her team are hard at work to bring OHW to scale in Nepal and globally. In 2020, OHW was selected as one of six global organizations for a case study by the Gates Foundation on the Network of Safety model. Arlene is now the Chief Visionary Officer with One Heart Worldwide.

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In this episode, I interview Michael Doud: soldier, corporate worker, world traveler, spiritualist, and author. Starting from his childhood we walk through each phase of his life and learn about his experiences and what he has learned and what advice he gives to live a better life. 

You can Follow Michaels Instagram page here: https://instagram.com/michael.doud.author?utm_medium=copy_link 

                                                                                                     Authors Biography:

• At the age of nineteen, I was thrown into the fire of the Vietnam War. Even before I’d set foot in that far-off land, our country’s mission had been drilled into me: Kill the enemy. Within days of being “in-country”, I had fulfilled the mission. By the first week, I could count these fatal encounters: The death of a man at the end of my gun barrel, the death of unseen others by my comrades, the death of a friend, and the death of my innocence.
• Even as the flames of war burned around me, there were questions burning from within. I had grown up in a very stoic and pragmatic atmosphere, with parents who taught me to value self-sufficiency, a strong work ethic, good manners, and a very limited display of emotion. From the time I was quite young, I experienced an ongoing conflict between what my heart and body yearned to feel and how I had been taught to act. Now I had the added burden of another human being’s death on my conscience.
• Returning from the war, I felt the memory of an earlier encounter re-awaken. As a teenager in the presence of an Indian guru, I’d experienced my own heart-opening to the interconnection of all beings. With this experience re-ignited in my soul, I embarked on a spiritual quest, seeking guidance from a range of different teachers and practices. However, through the demands of family and career, I was drawn back into the “outer” world where I allowed material desires to strengthen their grip on me, hoping they would fill the emptiness in my heart, mind, and spirit.
• Finally, after a serious flirtation with death in my late thirties, I found the way back to my spiritual path, and this time I was unwavering. The Buddha said, “Seek out your own salvation” – and that’s what I did. Though I drew from the wisdom of many traditions I felt compelled to chart my own course. Step by step, it led me to a place that I had never been before, one that relieved me from the constant smoldering fire of doubt lying within and change my life forever. The story you are about to read is my attempt to share this journey with you…

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In this episode, I recollect visiting the Tomb of the First Emperor of China and the Terra Cotta Army in Xi'an China. In a direct way, I describe what it was like to visit a place with such historical significance and what one can take away.

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In this first episode of two, we go in a slightly different direction and discuss the impact of the Rise of Islam and the Early Muslim Conquests. Specifically, this is broken down into three parts: 

• The world prior to Islam
• How Islam rose in Arabia
• The early Muslim conquests. 

To aid in this analysis, they are discussed with a fellow historian who has studied this period extensively. Together, we break down these three parts and talk about the international significance and how this has affected the world to the modern-day. This will continue in Part 2 where further conquests are discussed. Part 2 will discuss the next wave of conquests and their long-term effects. A shout out to the Kings and Generals Youtube Channel and the Great Courses Plus for sources for this episode. 

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In this episode, I discuss with one of my graduate school colleagues from Turkey, about our program in China. Specifically, we recap on what led us to study in China, the graduate program, life in China as an international student, and its takeaways. As a former international student, I can attest to the numerous advantages and opportunities it provides.

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In this episode, we talk with two friends, one from Vietnam and one from Belgium who have maintained a friendship for more than a decade. They explain in detail how they met, developed their friendship, what they did together, and how they have stayed in touch and dealt with both culture and distance. Their story is one that can inspire and show that despite, distance, nationally, culture, society, and more factors you can build and maintain international friendships.  

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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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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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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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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
   

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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

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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.
  

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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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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. 

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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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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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In this episode, we sit down with a person who has traveled from Mainland China to the US during the CVOID-19 Pandemic. Specifically, 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. 

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In this episode, we talk with Clotilde from Belgium whose combined experiences consist of studying in two countries (Malaysia & South Korea), working in three(Vietnam, China & Belgium), and who is now setting her own career course. Specifically, she goes on to describe how friendships, cultural differences, having an international mindset, and international experiences have led her to reflections on sustainability and more. 

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In this episode, we dive into the unfortunate reality of Asian hate crimes in the US. Specifically, we discuss with four women, two Asian, and two Caucasian about this topic. Areas covered include, historiography, longstanding factors, current events, who it affects, what people can do, and more! 

To learn more about what you can do to prevent Asian Hate, please see the links below.   

REPORT ASIAN HATE CRIME INCIDENTS: https://www.standagainsthatred.org/report DONATE TO SUPPORT AAPI COMMUNITIES (& get employer match): https://nymag.com/strategist/amp/article/where-to-donate-to-help-asian-communities-2021.html BYSTANDER INTERVENTION TRAINING: https://advancingjustice-aajc.org/events                                                                                                                                                       

Check out the Stop Asian Hate Page here on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/stopasianhate 

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In this episode, we talk with someone witnessing the events from the military coup in Myanmar on February 1st, 2021. This individual describes the situation on the ground with the protesters and their actions along with Military and Polices actions to counter them. Some of the content he discusses is horrific, ranging from police crackdowns, people disappearing or being arrested, to witnessing someone shot and killed next to him during a protest. In summary, he expresses his desire for the international community to pay attention and help in any way the people of Myanmar. You can feel his heartfelt appeal and desire to share his story and that of others who are suffering in Myanmar.

He asks the following of those observing from outside Myanmar "Please pay attention and raise awareness as the persecuted people of Myanmar need urgent help"

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In this episode, we sit down with upcoming Vietnamese American author Amy M. Le. Specifically, we delve into her background, life, career, accomplishments, and literary works. In short, she has had an amazing life full of challenges being born 9 months before the Fall of Saigon(Ho Chi Minh City) in 1975, through escaping Vietnam, dealing with a congenital heart condition, arrival and growing up in the US, to her career and the current focus on being an author. 

Her story is one of resilience, overcoming challenges, adaptation, dealing with multiculturalism, assimilation, and a desire to share her story and to inspire others. 

We highly recommend you to check out her three books: "The Snow Trilogy" "Snow In Vietnam" "Snow in Seattle" "Snows Kitchen" 

To check out her work you can use the link to her website: www.amy-m-le.com

Also check her out on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authoramyle Instagram: www.instagram.com/amy_m_le

To purchase here book you can visit Barnes and Noble website:  www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Amy%20M.%20Le%22?Ntk=P_key_contributor_List&Ns=P_Sales_Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall 

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In this episode, we revisit the topic of working in the US vs Japan but now bring in a group of four professional women, three from Japan and one from Vietnam who have worked in both countries. Throughout the discussion, we break down the topics of communication, business culture, company benefits, working relationships & coworkers, and work style. 

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In this episode, I discuss with my father the concepts of both nationalism and populism. Specifically, we breakdown these concepts and elaborate across a wide range of factors that influence them both, drawing comparisons and utilizing real-world examples. Based on our combined experiences and understanding of these ideas, we hope to in part a perspective from our combined viewpoints. This is the first episode in a series covering both, where we will explore various areas they encompass and affect. 

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In this episode, I discuss how COVID-19 compares to the previous pandemics that have ravaged humanity and how it affects us. In addition, there is a discussion on how resilient humans are and how we can overcome, through both actions and our mental attitude. Lastly, the point of remaining positive and being adaptable is quintessential to get through these troubling times. 

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In this episode, we sit down with our friend Andy about how the US & Argentina are combating COVID-19. Furthermore, we compare how vaccines are being implemented, people's behavior, the wearing of masks, mentalities, social wellbeing, common sense, and lack of it, and more.

This episode is important because it allows us to see the differences between two different countries and their people in how they approach combating the pandemic. It is always useful to see as many point of view as possible to take the best and hold an eclectic mindset.

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In this episode, we sit down with a multicultural couple, one from Vietnam and one in Kazakhstan. Specifically, we delve into their background and how they have made their relationship successful despite being from 2 different countries and different cultures, plus different family dynamics and living in multiple countries. Their example shows how different people from different backgrounds can successfully overcome challenges and live a productive and happy life together. Those who are interested in pursuing a multicultural relationship will find this a great example and can take away practical ideas and suggestions. 

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In this episode, we sit down with my friend Evanice, who explains the significance of the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn through an astrological lens. She breaks down the meanings and possible change is this may bring about through her study of astrology and research into the conjunction. 

Importantly, she stresses the positive and optimistic elements this may bring about to people based on what both planets represent and delves deeper into their characteristics. Lastly, there is discussion on how deep and wide spread this is symbolically and what we hope for the planet and the people on it the future. 

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