Best Emma Bellamy With Kintsugi Heroes Podcasts (2025)

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From Refugee to Women’s Advocate: Maryam's Inspiring Journey 36:03

3d ago36:03

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In this insightful episode, Maryam Zahid shares her powerful journey from being a refugee in Afghanistan to becoming a community leader and advocate for women's rights in Australia. She reflects on her childhood experiences during the war, the challenges of resettling in a new country, and her mission to empower Afghan women. Through her work, she …

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Helping Refugees Overcome Trauma Through Storytelling & Drama Therapy: A Conversation with Catherine Maguire-Donvito 44:49

10d ago44:49

44:49

In this conversation, Catherine Maguire-Donvito, Co-founder and Director of Treehouse Theatre, shares the program’s unique approach to supporting refugee adolescents through storytelling and theatrical performance. The initiative is designed to facilitate trauma recovery and raise awareness about the refugee experience among high school students. C…

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From Burundi to Australia: Christian Nduwimana’s Journey of Hope 52:28

17d ago52:28

52:28

In this conversation, Christian Nduwimana shares his harrowing journey from Burundi, where he escaped a civil war and political persecution, to becoming a refugee in Australia. He discusses the political dynamics that led to violence in his home country and what led him to speak out against the injustices he witnessed. Christian shares his complex …

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Navigating the Immigrant Job Market: A Conversation with Kahlil Bagatsing 56:21

24d ago56:21

56:21

In this conversation, Khalil Bagatsing shares his journey from working in his family's business in the Philippines to helping immigrants find skill-aligned jobs in the US. He discusses the challenges immigrants face in the job market, including the importance of customizing resumes, recognizing transferable skills, and overcoming credential recogni…

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Navigating Identity and Mental Health: A conversation with Niharika Hiremath 53:45

1M ago53:45

53:45

In this insightful episode, Niharika Hiremath OAM, a first-generation immigrant and mental health professional, joins the podcast to share her unique perspective on growing up in Australia after leaving India at a young age. Niharika discusses her lived experiences as a third culture kid, the challenges and conflicts of navigating multiple identiti…

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The Power of Perspective and Gratitude: Dinesh’s Path to Making a Difference 48:12

1M ago48:12

48:12

In this episode, the host interviews Dinesh Palipana, an extraordinary individual who has achieved remarkable success as a doctor, lawyer, researcher, and disability advocate. Dinesh shares his life story, starting from his childhood in war-torn Sri Lanka, the challenges he faced after moving to Australia, and how those experiences shaped his outlo…

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From Boat Escape to Refugee Advocate: Mahshid Babzartabi’s Journey to Reclaiming her Next Chapter 37:54

2M ago37:54

37:54

In this episode, we explore the harrowing and inspirational journey of Mahshid Babzartabi, a refugee who fled Iran at age 52, as she was unable to endure the constraints of a society that silenced her voice. Confronted with limited legal options for safe emigration, she ultimately embarked on a perilous boat journey to Australia. Despite facing imm…

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From Sri Lanka to Australia: Jetha Devapura’s Journey of Resilience, Philanthropy, and Advocacy 45:51

2M ago45:51

45:51

In this episode, Emma has a heartfelt conversation with Jetha Devapura, an inspiring CEO and philanthropist who immigrated from Sri Lanka to Australia at the age of 12. Together, they discuss Jetha’s memories of his childhood in Colombo and his transition to life in Australia as a teenager. Jetha shares his academic struggles and eventual success, …

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Multiple Migrations: Laura Gutierrez’s Search for a Place to Call Home 56:57

2M ago56:57

56:57

In this episode, Laura Gutierrez shares her experience as an immigrant having migrated multiple times from Colombia to the US, from the US to New Zealand, and from New Zealand to Australia. She discusses her motivations for leaving her country of origin, including a desire to explore other cultures and escape certain aspects of her own culture. Lau…

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From McDonald’s to Leadership: Yohana Jury’s Immigrant Journey 38:53

2M ago38:53

38:53

Yohana Jury, an Australia-based immigrant from Indonesia, shares her story and insights. She grew up in a small town in Indonesia and moved to Australia on a scholarship to pursue a master's degree in her desired field of study. While there, she met the man who would later become her husband, which led her to stay in the country to start a family. …

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From Conflict to Embracing Change and Freedom: The Immigrant Journey of Steve Khouw 36:32

2M ago36:32

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This podcast episode dives into the life story of an Indonesian-born immigrant living in Australia. Steve shares his vivid childhood memories of political conflict and racial discrimination in 1960s Indonesia, the hasty and perilous departure of his family, and their subsequent immigration to Australia. Steve reflects on the cultural shock of adapt…

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Reframing Migration: Katrina James’s Strategies to Support Migrants Through Cultural Transitions 41:24

3M ago41:24

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In this first episode, Emma interviews Katrina James, a registered counsellor who helps migrant professionals thrive in Australia. Katrina shares her professional insights into the complexities of cultural adaptation in the workplace, including during significant life transitions such as career shifts or retirement. She highlights the importance of…

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Welcome to From There To Here 0:59

3M ago0:59

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Hello and welcome to the podcast, From There to Here – a podcast I created with Kintsugi Heroes. I’m your host, Emma Bellamy, and each week, we’ll dive into conversations with people who have the courage to leave their home country to rebuild a home away from home.By Kintsugi Heroes

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Emma Bellamy With Kintsugi Heroes Podcasts

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From There to Here (FTTH)

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From Refugee to Women’s Advocate: Maryam's Inspiring Journey 36:03

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Helping Refugees Overcome Trauma Through Storytelling & Drama Therapy: A Conversation with Catherine Maguire-Donvito 44:49

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From Burundi to Australia: Christian Nduwimana’s Journey of Hope 52:28

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Navigating the Immigrant Job Market: A Conversation with Kahlil Bagatsing 56:21

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Navigating Identity and Mental Health: A conversation with Niharika Hiremath 53:45

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The Power of Perspective and Gratitude: Dinesh’s Path to Making a Difference 48:12

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From Boat Escape to Refugee Advocate: Mahshid Babzartabi’s Journey to Reclaiming her Next Chapter 37:54

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From Sri Lanka to Australia: Jetha Devapura’s Journey of Resilience, Philanthropy, and Advocacy 45:51

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Multiple Migrations: Laura Gutierrez’s Search for a Place to Call Home 56:57

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From McDonald’s to Leadership: Yohana Jury’s Immigrant Journey 38:53

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From Conflict to Embracing Change and Freedom: The Immigrant Journey of Steve Khouw 36:32

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Reframing Migration: Katrina James’s Strategies to Support Migrants Through Cultural Transitions 41:24

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Welcome to From There To Here 0:59

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