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EIG is a leading corporate immigration law firm, providing comprehensive business immigration, global migration, and compliance solutions that enable companies to hire the best and brightest talent worldwide. Founded in 1987 and immigration practice started in 1998, EIG has over 25 years of experience delivering its signature 'Perfect Plus' service — dedicated legal teams offering remarkable resul... more

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For nearly 50 years, international students could stay in the United States as long as they continued to make progress in their programs. No fixed deadline. A PhD candidate who needed a sixth year could take it. A doctor could finish a residency and ... more

Work permits for TPS holders from Haiti, Syria, and five other countries expire July 17th and 24th — dates that have already shifted twice. Plenty of shows are re-litigating the Supreme Court's ruling. We're asking a harder question: what actually ha... more

As America counts down to its 250th birthday, Forbes is counting something else: the 250 most successful living immigrants in the country. In this episode, host Lauren Clarke sits down with Forbes Senior Editor Alex Knapp, co-editor of the new Forbes... more

Your neighborhood pool may be short-staffed this summer — and the reason probably isn't what you think. Lauren Clarke sits down with Mark Overmann, Executive Director of the Alliance for International Exchange, to unpack the quiet crisis hitting seas... more

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Recent Guests

Luis Zaldivar
Business Engagement Director at the American Business Immigration Coalition
American Business Immigration Coalition
Episode: The TPS Deadline Chaos — What It Actually Means
Alex Knapp
Forbes Senior Editor who co-edited the Forbes 250 list
Forbes
Episode: Forbes 250: Inside America's Most Successful Living Immigrants List
Rob Taylor
News and nerding chief, Ericsson Immigration Group partner
Ericsson Immigration Group
Episode: Who’s Watching the Pool? The J-1 Visa and America's Lifeguard Problem
Mark Overmann
Executive Director, Alliance for International Exchange
Alliance for International Exchange
Episode: Who’s Watching the Pool? The J-1 Visa and America's Lifeguard Problem
Jacqueline Alcantara
First-generation American, award-winning illustrator and author of Tíos and Primos; illustrator for Just Shine
Independent author/illustrator; collaboration with Sonia Sotomayor
Episode: Family Speaks Every Language
Ryan Propis
Vice President of Security and Facilitation at the US Travel Association
US Travel Association
Episode: Ready for Kickoff? FIFA 2026 Update
Alison Yang
Journalist, gamer, and founder of Reality Reload
Reality Reload
Episode: Understanding the H-1B Realities: A Simulation Built from Real Immigrant Stories
Katie McDermott
Managing Director, UK and Ireland with Ericsson Immigration Group
Ericsson Immigration Group
Episode: Ireland's Immigration Conundrum
Shev Dalal-Dheini
Senior Director of Government Relations
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Episode: One Year In — AILA Proposes A Better Way on Immigration

Hosts

Lauren Clarke
Managing Attorney at Ericsson Immigration Group and host, with frequent roles in discussing policy, strategy, and cross-border immigration.
Rob Taylor
News nerd in chief and co-host, providing policy updates, regulatory context, and news-driven conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Good info go HR professionals

    Great info!!! Keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    clbdancer27
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent!

    Presents information in clear manner and is fun to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    onesongglory115
    United States7 years ago
  • Great Production

    Very good sound quality and great to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harisa Lagji
    United States7 years ago
  • Immigration’s pulse

    This podcast manages to present the latest in policy or legal changes in immigration and the possible implications in a way that in a practical and sensible way. Not only is one of the brightest young legal minds in the industry running the podcast, but there is a parade of well known and well respected experts sitting down and gracing his podcast. A must for all those interested in having an intelligent, well informed conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Friedbrain703
    United States7 years ago
  • The host

    Ian is very articulate and almost reaches out and forces people to subscribe with his narrative.

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    drake rogers
    United States7 years ago

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Guests are high-quality and span policy makers to practitioners.
Sound quality and production are consistently strong, with engaging conversations.
Listeners appreciate clear explanations of complex immigration rules.

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The TPS Deadline Chaos — What It Actually Means
Q: What is topping the news feed today?
Rob outlines international and domestic updates, including the USMCA status, new USCIS TPS guidance, and global fee changes, emphasizing how these feed into the broader TPS discussion.
Forbes 250: Inside America's Most Successful Living Immigrants List
Q: What are some standout examples that illustrate the broader intent behind the list beyond financial success?
Examples include athletes who achieved lasting impact, Nobel laureates, and entrepreneurs who built enduring institutions; the emphasis is on multi-faceted success and reinvention, not only monetary wealth.
Forbes 250: Inside America's Most Successful Living Immigrants List
Q: Well, Alex, if we can start with the basics of the list, how did Forbes decide on 250 living individuals?
The list started from Forbes' usual scaling methods used for billionaire and other lists, then expanded through newsroom input to identify immigrants who achieved exceptional impact. It blends metrics like entrepreneurship, investment success, and influence across multiple fields, not just wealth.
Who’s Watching the Pool? The J-1 Visa and America's Lifeguard Problem
Q: What needs to happen between now and 2027 to prevent a repeat of this summer's bottleneck for interviews and visas?
Reprioritize J-1 visas in policy directives, allocate embassies more resources for interviews, and develop backend vetting processes or technology to streamline social media checks so that frontline officers can focus on the in-person interview.
Who’s Watching the Pool? The J-1 Visa and America's Lifeguard Problem
Q: Can you set this straight for us and for my listeners about what the summer work and travel program actually is?
It's a cultural exchange program designed for international college students to come to the U.S. for a few months, work in tourist or seasonal settings, and return home, with the goal of cultural immersion and language improvement rather than permanent immigration.

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

Immigration Nerds combines policy analysis with practical impact storytelling around immigration. Episodes frequently blend current policy updates with real-world consequences for businesses, workers, and communities, often featuring legal professionals, policymakers, and researchers. The show stands out for its accessible breakdown of complex rules, its emphasis on how immigration intersects with global talent, labor markets, and notable public-interest topics, and for weaving in narrative perspectives from immigrant creators and scholars. Potential listeners will find it valuable if they need timely, actionable insights on immigration law, policy shifts, and cross-border talent strategies, with guests spanning law firms, associations, and... more

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