Best Jin Yu Podcasts (2025)

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So Many Stars, So Many Ways to Be Free 48:43

8d ago48:43

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Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below ⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe What does it mean to belong when your identity defies borders, binaries, an…

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Two Passports and A Punchline 54:02

15d ago54:02

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Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe This week on Immigrantly, Saadia KhanI sits down with the brilliant and hila…

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Autopsies, Fame, and Scandal: Inside the Life of Thomas Noguchi 50:03

22d ago50:03

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What happens when a Japanese immigrant becomes Hollywood’s most powerful and controversial coroner? In this gripping conversation, Saadia sits down with historian and author Anne Soon Choi to unpack the life of Dr. Thomas Noguchi, LA’s former Chief Medical Examiner and the man behind some of the most infamous autopsies in American history—Marilyn M…

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Redefining Home: The Journey Back to Mexico (August 2024) 42:26

29d ago42:26

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Subscribe to Hyphenly, our latest newsletter, for a chance to win a gift card ⁠: https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ While host Saadia Khan recovers from laryngitis, Immigrantly brings back a standout episode from August 2024 featuring journalists Antonia Cerejido and Lorena Ríos. Originally recorded in the lead-up to the 2024 el…

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The Stories We Whisper, The Sounds We Miss 52:32

1M ago52:32

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What does it mean to lean into your culture while living in a place that flattens it? In this richly textured episode, Saadia Khan sits down with Sudanese-American journalist and host of The Stoop, Hana Baba, for a wide-ranging conversation on identity, diaspora, and the soundscapes of belonging. From the cacophony of Sudanese weddings to the quiet…

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Speaking Imperfectly, Belonging Fully 46:27

1M ago46:27

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Do you speak more than one language—but feel truly fluent in none? You’re not alone. In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode, Saadia Khan is joined by Angela Lin, founder of Real You Mandarin, to explore how language shapes our identities, relationships, and sense of belonging. Angela, a Taiwanese American polyglot, believes language …

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From Spinning Beats to Saving Earth (May 2024) 42:54

2M ago42:54

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April is Earth Month — a time to reflect on the state of our planet, address urgent environmental issues, strategize action, and hold ourselves and others accountable. In that spirit, we’re bringing back an essential conversation from the Immigrantly vault. This episode with futurist and climate optimist Amer Jandali originally aired on May 28, 202…

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Designed to Exclude: How Policy Shaped the Fate of Mexican Immigrants in Texas 53:05

2M ago53:05

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What if the barriers to success weren’t personal but structural, intentional, and decades in the making? In this episode of Immigrantly, host Saadia Khan sits down with demographers Jennifer Hook and James Bachmeier, authors of a groundbreaking new book, Texas-Style Exclusion: Mexican Americans and the Legacy of Limited Opportunity, that traces how…

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Too Foreign for Home, Too Foreign for Here 43:25

2M ago43:25

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Identity isn’t always a box you check; it’s a journey. In this episode of Immigrantly, host Saadia Khan sits down with Beatriz Nour, the creator of Inbetweenish, a podcast that unpacks the complexities of belonging across cultures, languages, and traditions. Beatriz shares her personal story of navigating three cultures, four languages, and two rel…

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Writing Like Nobody’s Watching 48:21

2M ago48:21

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What happens when we step outside our own understanding of identity and embrace the messy, beautiful, and sometimes contradictory stories that shape us? In this episode of Immigrantly, host Saadia Khan sits down with writer and television executive Nayantara Roy to explore the intersections of storytelling, belonging, and cultural memory. From navi…

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Hearing 'No' Like An Immigrant 54:25

3M ago54:25

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How do you go from fleeing your home country to building a Luxury Fashion Empire? Dr. Neri Karra did just that—without the fluff, the nonsense, or selling out. In this episode of Immigrantly, I sit down with Neri to talk about how she built a global brand, teaches at Oxford, and still finds time to write about immigrant entrepreneurship experiences…

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Riding Along with Kareem Rahma: Creating 'Keep The Meter Running' and More (April 2023) 40:39

3M ago40:39

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I am excited to re-drop one of my favorite episodes featuring the incredible Kareem Rahma! When we first recorded this chat, Kareem was all about "Keep the Meter Running." Now, he's taken his journey to new heights with "Subway Takes." It's a series of short videos created by Kareem Rahma that offer his opinions on brands and pop culture, and he is…

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Helicopters, Justice & Magic Tricks?? 49:58

3M ago49:58

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What does serving in the U.S. military while challenging its norms mean? In this episode of Immigrantly, Saadia Khan sits down with Lieutenant Julie Roland, an active-duty naval aviator and law school graduate who advocates for systemic change. Julie takes us behind the scenes of military life, its hierarchies, recruitment strategies, and the chall…

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Lost & Found: Search for A Soviet Guardian Angel 1:01:07

3M ago1:01:07

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What happens when a family story takes you on an unexpected journey? In this episode of Immigrantly, I sit down with Jake Warren, founder of Message Heard and the creator of Finding Natasha, a profoundly personal podcast about tracking down the woman who saved his mother’s life decades ago in the Soviet Union. Jake’s mother, a young British balleri…

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Birthright, Borders & Bullsh*t! 53:04

4M ago53:04

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This episode is sponsored by Bilt Rewards- go to JoinBilt.com/Immigrantly to get started What happens when a country built by immigrants starts redefining who belongs? In this episode, I sit down with Claudia Yoli Ferla, a Venezuelan-born Latina and the Executive Director of Move Texas to discuss the latest political chaos surrounding immigration, …

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Forgotten Stories 51:16

4M ago51:16

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This episode is sponsored by Bilt Rewards- go to JoinBilt.com/Immigrantly to get started Some stories demand to be told. This one, in particular, struck me deeply. I sat down with Nancy Wang, a storyteller, artist, and author of Red Altar, to talk about her ancestors—Chinese immigrants who helped build California’s fishing industry against all odds…

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What's Your Legacy? 54:08

4M ago54:08

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This year, we’ve tackled deep emotions and intricate journeys of faith, and today, we’re diving into the profound yet personal concept of legacy. Legacy—it sounds monumental, right? But does it have to be? For me, crafting a legacy sometimes feels like another overwhelming to-do list. Yet, what if the legacy isn’t about grandeur but embracing our s…

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When a Christian Minister and a Muslim Podcaster Walk Into a Studio… 52:29

4M ago52:29

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Talking about religion makes me uncomfortable. Maybe it’s because I practice a faith that’s often misunderstood in this country. But in this episode, I decided to face that discomfort head-on. I sat down with Minister Lydia Sohn, a progressive Christian leader and writer, to have an honest, vulnerable, and surprisingly fun conversation about faith,…

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Immigrantly 2025: Working through the Arc of the Emotions with Anita Rao 52:04

4M ago52:04

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This episode is sponsored by Bilt Rewards-go to JoinBilt.com/Immigrantly to get started Start the year with powerful insights! In this episode, I reflect on Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire (catchy or cop-out?) and chat with Anita Rao, host of Embodied. We explore working through emotions instead of discharging them and building emotional inte…

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Ponchos, Panther, and Purpose: Bambadjan Bamba Redefines Belonging 53:03

5M ago53:03

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Can you believe it? This is the final Immigrantly episode of 2024! As I reflect on this incredible year, I’m grateful for the meaningful stories and conversations we’ve shared. Together, we’ve leaned into curiosity, allyship, and learning, and I can’t wait to bring you even more inspiring voices in 2025. Mark your calendars—our first episode of the…

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I Just Want A Show 51:18

5M ago51:18

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Today’s guest is Julio Salgado. Through his bold and unapologetic work, Julio challenges the status quo and uplifts voices that are too often silenced. As a queer, undocumented creator, he uses his art to reimagine visibility, joy, and resistance. In this conversation, we connected on our immigrant experiences, love for art, and his beautiful, poet…

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Tearing Down Tribes: Aymann Ismail on Love, Religion, and Legacy 55:35

6M ago55:35

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Today, I'm thrilled to reconnect with Aymann Ismail, award-winning journalist and the visionary behind the PBS documentary American Muslims: A History Revealed. Beyond the groundbreaking stories from the series, our conversation takes a deeply personal turn. Aymann opens up about his new book, 'Becoming Baba,' which explores his journey of self-dis…

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Sobriety, Identity & Cat Chats 44:41

6M ago44:41

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I’m so excited to share my conversation with Adam Macias on this episode of Immigrantly. Adam is a comedian, writer, and podcaster whose sobriety journey is just one fascinating chapter in his story. We talked about everything—from how he uses humor to connect with people to his thoughts on Joe Rogan and Andrew Tate and how young men today navigate…

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Feed Drop: Turkeys, Touchdowns, and Tradition: John Madden’s Thanksgiving Legacy-Sportly Thanksgiving Special 20:30

6M ago20:30

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Today, I am bringing you something a little different. As we gather with loved ones to celebrate Thanksgiving this week, I am excited to share a special episode from Sportly, one of our sibling podcasts here at Immigrantly Media. Thanksgiving is more than just turkey and pie—it’s about family, connection, and tradition. And for many, Thanksgiving D…

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AI at the Border 50:36

6M ago50:36

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In this compelling episode of Immigrantly, we’re joined by Petra Molnar, a renowned lawyer and anthropologist whose work sits at the intersection of migration, technology, and human rights. As Associate Director of the Refugee Law Lab at York University and a Faculty Associate at Harvard’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society, Petra critic…

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Finding Stillness in a Fast Moving World 1:00:14

7M ago1:00:14

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In this episode, I’m joined by the incredibly talented Delsy, a Guatemalan-American therapist, visual artist, and co-host of the Tamarindo Podcast. She’s also the creative force behind the Ocu-Pasión Podcast, where she amplifies the voices of Latin American artists and visionaries. But Delsy doesn’t just live in the audio space—she co-founded Encue…

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Election Day Musings: Frustration, Hope, and Showing Up 10:40

7M ago10:40

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Today, on Election Day, Saadia Khan shares an honest conversation about the weight of this election cycle. She reflects on the disconnection many feel with the current political landscape, the ongoing genocide in Gaza, and the moral complexities that define our time. Saadia emphasizes why showing up is crucial—not just for us but for those who can’…

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My Best Friend’s Wedding (Part 2) w/ actors Jin Ha and Jane Lynch, writers John Hoffman and JJ Philbin, and production designer Patrick Howe 55:16

7M ago55:16

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Let’s talk a bit more about the Season 4 finale, My Best Friend's Wedding. We’ll hear more from Jin, Jane, John, and JJ. That's Jin Ha who plays Marshall P. Pope slash Rex Bailey, Jane Lynch who plays Sazz Pataki, Showrunner, Co-creator and co-writer of this episode John Hoffman, and JJ Philbin who co-wrote the episode with John. We'll also hear fr…

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My Best Friend’s Wedding (Part 1) w/ actors Jin Ha and Jane Lynch, and writers John Hoffman and JJ Philbin 48:11

7M ago48:11

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The day has finally come! It’s time to talk about the season 4 finale, My Best Friend's Wedding! We’ll hear from Jin Ha who plays Marshall P. Pope slash Rex Bailey, Jane Lynch who plays Sazz Pataki, Showrunner, Co-creator and co-writer of this episode John Hoffman, and JJ Philbin who co-wrote the episode with John. We'll talk about the movie magic …

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Feed Drop: The Myth of the Deadbeat Dad by Homegoings 37:23

7M ago37:23

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A heads up: This episode contains strong language and unbleeped swearing*** "Stereo-anti-types” is a special series from Homegoings examining some of the most troubling, most profound, and most dangerous stereotypes that apply to Black men. In this first episode, host Myra Flynn and colleague Bryant Denton get up close and personal with podcaster P…

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Escape From Planet Klongo (Part 2) w/ stunt coordinator Chris Barnes, writers Alex Bigelow and Ben Smith, and John Hoffman 40:09

7M ago40:09

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So close! Today, we’re continuing the conversation all about Season 4 Episode 9, Escape from Planet Klongo. We’ll hear from showrunner and co-creator John Hoffman, the writers of the episode Ben Smith and Alex Bigelow, and we'll also talk to Chris Barnes! He is the amazing stunt coordinator on Only Murders in the Building. We'll talk about seeing S…

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Escape From Planet Klongo (Part 1) w/ John Hoffman and writers Alex Bigelow and Ben Smith 37:18

7M ago37:18

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Let’s talk about Season 4 Episode 9, Escape From Planet Klongo… It’s the first episode named after a fictional movie! We’ll hear from Showrunner and Co-creator John Hoffman and the writers of the episode Alex Bigelow and Ben Smith, We'll talk about Ron Howard's passion project (are we witnessing the end of Ron Howard’s career??), what a Klongo is e…

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Cultivating Pacing Replenishing 52:24

7M ago52:24

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In this episode, I explore women's pressures while juggling multiple roles, all while hearing the constant message that we should be able to “have it all.” But is that even realistic? For women, especially entrepreneurs, and women of color, the challenges are undeniable—limited resources, systemic barriers, and the constant need to prove ourselves.…

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Lifeboat (Part 2) w/ actor Desmin Borges and John Hoffman 52:48

7M ago52:48

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We’re keeping the conversation going on Season 4 Episode 8, Lifeboat! We’ll hear from Showrunner and Co-creator John Hoffman and the final member of the Sauce Family, Desmin Borges who plays Alfonso Olivera! We'll talk about the legend of Tony Danza in the Only Murders universe, the philosophical conundrum of Dudenoff's death, and… the beginnings o…

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Lifeboat (Part 1) w/ writers Kristin Newman and Jake Schnesel, and directors Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini 41:13

7M ago41:13

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Today we're talking all about Season 4 Episode 8, Lifeboat. We'll talk to writers Kristin Newman and Jake Schnesel, directors Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini, and we'll even hear from Production Designer Patrick Howe! Tune in if you want to know how Eugene Levy and Steve Martin worked out their omelet bit, the origins of Eva Longoria's 19 …

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The Many Faces of America 51:51

8M ago51:51

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by the phenomenal Sarah Jones, a Tony Award-winning actress and master of transformation. From outspoken grandmas to Gen Z influencers, Sarah’s ability to embody different characters is unmatched. We’ll explore her creative process, how she channels these voices, and what it all means for understanding identity and be…

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Valley of the Dolls (Part 2) w/ Molly Shannon, John Hoffman, directors Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini, and production designer Pat 50:25

8M ago50:25

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We’ve got to keep talking about Season 4 Episode 7! We’ll hear from husband and wife directing team Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini, Showrunner and Co-creator John Hoffman, Production Designer Patrick Howe, and the amazing Molly Shannon who plays Bev Melon! We're finally going into detail about the dolls (so many dolls), including Meryl St…

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Valley of the Dolls (Part 1) w/ Eva Longoria, directors Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini, John Hoffman, and Michael Cyril Creighton 38:03

8M ago38:03

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Season 4 Episode 7 is one for the books!!! Today we’re talking to husband and wife directing team Robert Pulcini and Shari Springer Berman, Showrunner and Co-Creator John Hoffman, the one and only Eva Longoria, and Michael Cyril Creighton! We'll talk about Eva Longoria's special connection to Meryl Streep, the choice to bring Season 4 all the way b…

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Unboxed 57:12

8M ago57:12

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Today, I’m talking with Myra Flynn—an incredible singer-songwriter, storyteller, and host of Homegoings. Myra’s work resonates deeply with me because she tackles something that’s so relatable: the struggle to define yourself when the world insists on squeezing you into a box. Whether it’s the “model minority” myth or other stereotypes, she’s pushin…

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Blow-Up (Part 2) w/ actors Catherine Cohen and Siena Werber 39:03

8M ago39:03

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Let’s keep talking about Season 4 Episode 6 with the Brothers Sisters themselves! Trina and Tawny Brothers are played by Catherine Cohen and Siena Werber respectively. We'll talk about their initial chemistry in the audition room, shooting on super 8 cameras, and whether or not we can trust them... As usual, there are spoilers for episode six ahead…

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Blow-Up (Part 1) w/ John Hoffman, director Jessica Yu, and actors Richard Kind and Michael Cyril Creighton 40:14

8M ago40:14

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Let’s talk about Season 4 Episode 6 with Showrunner and Co-Creator John Hoffman, Director Jessica Yu, actors Richard Kind and Michael Cyril Creighton, and even Production Designer Patrick Howe! We'll hear about the process of piecing together all the different types of found footage in this episode, the inspiration for the Brothers Sisters short fi…

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'The Future Has So Much For Us' 48:56

8M ago48:56

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Today’s episode is a heartfelt dive into the meaning of ‘home.’ As immigrants, many of us grapple with the idea that home isn’t just one place—it’s a collection of spaces, memories, and feelings that shape who we are. Our guest today, Robert Hartwell, a celebrated Broadway performer, has taken this concept to new heights—quite literally—as he embar…

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Adaptation (Part 2) w/ actors Molly Shannon and Michael Cyril Creighton, and John Hoffman 42:19

8M ago42:19

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Onto the second part of Season 4 Episode 5! And boy oh boy, it’s an exciting one! Today we're talking to the amazing… Molly Shannon! Iconic. Comedy. Legend. Molly Shannon who obviously plays Bev Melon. We'll also catch up with Showrunner Co-creator John Hoffman and actor Michael Cyril Creighton who plays Howard. You’ll hear what Molly Shannon has i…

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Adaptation (Part 1) w/ writers JJ Philbin and Ella Robinson Brooks and director Jessica Yu 36:05

8M ago36:05

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Let’s talk about Season 4 Episode 5 with writers JJ Philbin and Ella Robinson Brooks about which actor made Selena Gomez break character while shooting and director of episodes 405 (and 406) about how Fisher Price toys helped in the planning of a particularly challenging scene. Plus… A giveaway! Heads up, there are spoilers for episode five. So lis…

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Unscripted: Samuel Jamier on Race, Adoption, and Asian Representation in Cinema 38:25

8M ago38:25

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In this episode of Immigrantly, we explore the world of cinema, representation, and identity with Samuel Jamier, the Executive Director of the New York Asian Film Festival. Samuel's story is a remarkable transformation from his early life as a shy Korean adoptee in Brittany, France, to becoming a trailblazer in the film industry. He opens up about …

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The Stunt Man (Part 2) w/ actors Jane Lynch and Michael Cyril Creighton 32:55

8M ago32:55

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On to part 2 of Season 4 Episode 4! We're talking to the one... the only... Jane Lynch! Sazz Pataki! Can you believe it??? We'll learn how the character was first pitched to her all those years ago and how Sazz has changed over the seasons. We'll also talk with Michael Cyril Creighton about the secret parts of Howard's wardrobe this season and what…

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The Stunt Man (Part 1) w/ writer Madeleine George and actor Michael McFadden 38:37

8M ago38:37

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What an episode! Today we’re talking all about Season 4 Episode 4! Ryan and Maggie talk to writer Madeleine George about some of the different places she and the other writers looked for inspiration into the world of stunts and whose idea it was to make Glen Stubbins an Irishman! We’ll also hear from actor Michael McFadden, who plays the bartender …

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The Art of Pretend: Karla Cornejo Villavicencio On Her First Work Of Fiction, Girlhood, and Pop Songs 48:39

8M ago48:39

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This week, in celebration of Latino Heritage Month, we’re bringing you a special conversation with the brilliant Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, author of The Undocumented Americans, and her fiction debut, Catalina. Our Nationly producer, Sofia Sanchez, leads this thoughtful interview as a guest host, where they delve into Karla's first novel, ‘Catali…

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Two for the Road (Part 2) w/ actor Richard Kind 33:33

9M ago33:33

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Richard Kind, who plays Stink Eye Joe AKA Vince Fish, talks about the feeling of acting alongside comedy legends and explains what he does and doesn't remember about being on set. John Hoffman, Co-Creator, Showrunner, talks about the casting of Eva Longoria, Zach Galifianakis, and Eugene Levy, and explains the different types of clues in the show. …

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Two for the Road (Part 1) w/ writers Ben Smith & Pete Swanson and showrunner John Hoffman 38:31

9M ago38:31

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It’s time to talk about Season 4 Episode 3! Ryan and Maggie chat with writers Ben Smith and Pete Swanson about how much casting impacts writing the dynamics between the trio and their doubles. Plus, an alternate plan to get Stink Eye Joe to take off his eye patch that involved… a dozen hard boiled eggs? We’ll also hear from Showrunner, Co-creator J…

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