The Alien Chronicles: Immigrant Stories

In this first episode of Season 2, Saadia Khan talks to Alyssa Mosley. Alyssa was born and raised in the homeland of Lenape people, also known as Bridgeton NJ. She is the enrolled member of Nanticoke Lenni- Lenape tribe, it’s the largest Indian tribe in NJ. The history of Lenape tribe goes back over 10,000 years. Most of Lenape people faced forced migration to Canada or mid western US but some still left behind.  In 2015, Alyssa was crowned princess to represent her people. She is studying business studies. We get her perspective on immigration debate in the US and her life as an indigenous princess Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

Saadia  talks to Alessia Valfredini, an Italian American. Alessia is also a Professor at Fordham University in NY. She teaches modern languages and literature and she is almost never taken for an immigrant, . In this episode, we take a glimpse into her personal life and her perspective as a Western European immigrant living in America Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

In this Special Edition of The Alien Chronicles, Saadia Khan talks to Eric Maddox, a fellow podcaster and founder of the Virtual Dinner Guest Project and a US citizen living as an immigrant in Valencia Spain. They talk about the nuances of being an immigrant in the EU, racism in America and much more Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

In this episode, Saadia Khan talks to Daisy Khan about her personal journey to America and her perspective as a modern religious scholar in America. Daisy Khan is one of the most prominent female Muslim leaders in the United States. She is also the Executive Director of the Women's Islamic Initiative in Spirituality and Equality (WISE) and Author of Born with Wings Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

Saadia interviews Ali Yarkhan, a branding executive, who has worked for internationally renowned brands like Prada and Giorgio Armani. He is also a director who wants to create documentaries that highlight social issues. On a personal level, he continues to explore and practice Sufism’s diverse cultural legacies in an attempt to achieve inner peace. In this episode, Ali talks about different facets of his life, from being a fashion guru to a filmmaker and a Sufi. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

Saadia talks to Nadine Ali, a Pakistani American, about her journey to the US, her life as a baker and her rather unconventional path to sweetness. Currently Nadine owns a successful business as a baker in NYC, she is also a mom and loves to dance! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

Saadia talks to Nicole Duran, Dominican Republic native. Nicole is currently working as a hairstylist and is also a student focusing on psychology and public speaking. With faith, she is trying to bring her community together. She believes that where you come from does not define where you will go. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

In this episode, Saadia talks to Juan Escalante, a renowned digital strategist and nationally recognized immigration advocate about his experiences as an immigrant in US and his role in spearheading the immigrant rights movement for the last 10 years. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support

In this episode of "The Alien Chronicles", host Saadia Khan talks to Kelly Yzique, a former DACA recipient and now US permanent resident, about immigration and other issues that affect the migrant community. They talk about the immigrant caravan, misconception surrounding undocumented immigrants and how United States needs to reconcile with its past. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

Check out the trailer of episode 5 of The Alien Chronicles releasing on Wednesday November 28! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support

Saadia khan talks to Sahar Saleem, an American Pakistani who immigrated to US when she was 7 years old. A creative through and through, she is Marketing Manager at PepsiCo by day and an artist, musician, and writer by night. They talk culture, food, stereotypes, religion & politics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support This podcast is sponsored by Anchor

Welcome to The Alien Chronicles! Be sure to subscribe our podcast and episode one is coming soon. Email: thealienchronicles@gmail.com Instagram: @thealienchronicles Twitter: @chroniclesalien Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thealienchronicles/support