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Join Saadia Khan on Immigrantly, the award-winning podcast that dives deep into immigrant narratives and the messy beauty of identity, race, and belonging in America today. Each week, Saadia, a human rights activist, social entrepreneur, and proud cat mom, hosts unfiltered conversations with diverse voices: artists, academics, cultural disruptors, and everyday people with extraordinary cultural st... more

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Sharing a special episode this week from the More Muslim podcast. Reporter Tanita Rahmani realizes a small detail—blue ink instead of black on a marriage contract—means her marriage was never legally registered. That revelation sends her on a persona... more

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There's a voting bloc large enough to decide 126 congressional races and most of it isn't showing up. In this episode, Saadia Khan breaks down data on naturalized citizens, immigrant voter turnout, and civic participation in America, and makes the ca... more

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What does it really mean to belong, and what happens when belonging feels like betrayal?

Beatriz Nour has lived this question. Born in France, raised between Brazil and Egypt, and based in Dubai for nearly a decade, she's the creator of the podcast ... more

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Saadia Khan sits down with Raj Goyle, whose parents came from India with a few dollars and a medical degree. His mom was the only female OB in Wichita shut out by the establishment, so she built her own referral network with Filipino and Vietnamese i... more

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Recent Guests

Beatriz Nour
Creator of the podcast InBetweenish; born in France, raised between Brazil and Egypt, residing in Dubai
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Episode: Too Foreign for Home, Too Foreign for Here (March 2025)
Rajiv Goyle
Former Kansas state representative, entrepreneur, and New York State Comptroller candidate
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Charlie Goldensohn
Political influencer and former senior aide in Democratic campaigns
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Episode: The Dude Who's Winning Men Over to the Left
Nicole Dowd
Head of Public Programs at Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art
Smithsonian Institution — National Museum of Asian Art
Episode: Who Really Owns This Art? A Smithsonian Insider Gets Honest
Chuck Park
Candidate for Congress, New York's 6th congressional district (Queens)
Campaign for Queens
Episode: The Promise of Queens
Laura Peruchi
Journalist, content creator, podcaster
Transplants; The Tiny Apple (newsletter)
Episode: Once You Leave, You're Never the Same
Zainab Hasnain
Pakistani-born, New York-raised DJ and producer
Independent artist
Episode: Hip Hop Into Your Raw Self with Zainab Hasnain FKA ZEEMUFFIN (Dec 2022)
Salman Ahad Khan
Journalist, composer, producer with roots in Lahore, raised in Doha and working between Doha and New York
More Muslim (Executive Producer)
Episode: Praying in Secret: What It Really Costs to Be Muslim in America
Helena de Groot
Creator of Creation Myth, CBC audio memoir
Creation Myth (CBC)
Episode: The Stories We Don't Tell About Motherhood

Host

Saadia Khan
Host of Immigrantly; producer and editor focused on immigrant narratives and inclusive storytelling.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 224 ratings
  • Borderly is great

    I really appreciate Mario Carrillo’s thoughtful questions. The conversations resonated and brought the deeper perspective on El Paso that is rarely brought to life. ¡Muchas Gracias!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xanluti
    United States5 months ago
  • wonderful conversations

    Great podcast. Natural and thoughtful conversations. Valuable perspectives. Gracious and thoughtful host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kip kip hooray
    Canada2 years ago
  • An absolute classic

    I mean, what else is there to say? This podcast is an absolute classic and an inspiration. The graciously shared stories in this show are SO important and Immigrantly does an amazing job at shedding light on them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andreea94
    United States3 years ago
  • 8642467 stars!!!

    Saadia uses her powerful interview skills to tell beautiful stories. I just heard someone on her show today say that immigrant stories are love stories. These are love stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mspassell
    United States3 years ago
  • Powerful intimacy

    A podcast that centers immigrant stories without putting immigrants into a box! I’m so impressed by the diverse range of topics that Immigrantly has covered in the past. Saadia has great chemistry with her guests to the point where it feels like I’m overhearing a conversation between friends. Many of my favorite episodes stay with me long after I power off my headphones!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    disillusionedhuman
    United States3 years ago

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Guests bring diverse expertise, enriching perspectives on culture, media, and policy.
The show is praised for its warmth, research depth, and anti-simplistic view of immigration.
Listeners value the human-centered approach and nuanced storytelling.
Thoughtful questions and deep conversations make complex immigrant stories accessible.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Too Foreign for Home, Too Foreign for Here (March 2025)
Q: How has your Arab identity evolved in recent years?
Her relationship with Arab identity has become more nuanced and accepting, especially amid regional conversations and personal exploration.
Too Foreign for Home, Too Foreign for Here (March 2025)
Q: What does belonging mean to you, given your cross-cultural life?
Belonging is a fluid, evolving concept; she emphasizes being comfortable with being in-between and not needing to choose a single allegiance.
Too Foreign for Home, Too Foreign for Here (March 2025)
Q: So how did you end up in Dubai?
Beatriz explains she moved for love, closing the distance in a long-distance relationship, and has since made Dubai her home after experiences in France and Egypt.
Who Really Owns This Art? A Smithsonian Insider Gets Honest
Q: Let's talk about the current philosophy then. How is it changing?
Dowd explains that the Smithsonian is moving away from a stagnant, display-only mindset toward actively engaging communities through conversations, public programming, and festivals, creating a 'third space' where audiences can participate and reflect on culture.
The Promise of Queens
Q: What gives you hope in the face of a system that feels rigged against progressive movements?
Advances come from direct, authentic engagement with everyday people; gatekeepers are becoming less relevant as door-knocking and grassroots organizing scale through personal storytelling and social media.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Immigrantly

What is Immigrantly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful interview-driven show that centers immigrant stories, identity, and belonging in America. Across episodes, conversations tackle representation, provenance of artifacts, repatriation, and public programming in museums, alongside personal journeys through immigration, language, work, family, and culture. Guests span scholars, artists, journalists, chefs, and policymakers, offering nuanced takes on how immigration shapes culture, media, and civic life. The format emphasizes intimate, human storytelling, rigorous questions, and a curiosity about systems—yet it remains hopeful and action-oriented, often highlighting practical steps, community-building, and creative resilience.

Noteworthy aspects include a consistent commitment to n... more

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Recent guests on Immigrantly include:

1. Beatriz Nour
2. Rajiv Goyle
3. Charlie Goldensohn
4. Nicole Dowd
5. Chuck Park
6. Laura Peruchi
7. Zainab Hasnain
8. Salman Ahad Khan

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