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Migrant Odyssey

stephen barden
Gaza
Migration
Education
Human Trafficking
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Human Rights
Palestinian Identity
Waves To Home
Displacement
Palestinian Occupation
Palestinian Refugees
Palestinian Heritage
Trafficking In Women
Wolves Team
Cultural Resistance
Israeli Settlements
Childhood In Refugee Camp
Women's Empowerment
Migration Experiences
Cultural Heritage

Real voices. True journeys. Humanity without borders

Migrant Odyssey tells the stories of people who’ve crossed borders and kept going — individuals whose intelligence, determination and generosity of spirit enrich any country or community they reach . These are stories of true worth — proof that migration is not a problem, but part of what makes us human.

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Latest Episodes

Time and distance never quite heal the pain of war and disruption. And neither do they soothe the longing to return.

Souad has been away from her beloved Lebanon for 20 years but both its joys and traumas are ever present. In this third episode in t... more

Some people have poetry in their voice - whether they know it or not. Their words, and the  silence in-between, stop you in your tracks.  Which is what fine poetry does. 

Areej  has that gift. Whether she talks about teaching children, or coming hom... more

Lebanon Lives: the first of a mini series   featuring extraordinary, ordinary people in Lebanon - trying to live their lives while their towns, villages and cities are bombed around them. 

As host Stephen Barden says, " These people are us." or as J... more

Gaza Champions is a global community that may be solving two huge problems that plague traditional charities: how to make sure support stays long after the media circus has moved on. And how to get past donor fatigue. 

Stephen Barden talks to co-fou... more

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Recent Guests

Anam Raheem
Co-founder of Gaza Champions
Gaza Champions
Episode: Ep. 24 Gaza Champions - the generosity of friendship.
Matt Davis
Co-founder of Gaza Champions
Gaza Champions
Episode: Ep. 24 Gaza Champions - the generosity of friendship.
Taina Bien Aimé
Executive Director of the Coalition Against Trafficking in Women, advocate for women and girls for over 30 years.
Coalition Against Trafficking in Women
Episode: Ep 23. The Tiny Mighty Organization: the fight against trafficking in women
Ruchira Gupta
Author and lifelong activist against human trafficking
Apne Aap, Women Worldwide
Episode: EP. 19 Ruchira Gupta: "Where are all the girls?"
Kejsi Hodo
An advocate for changing Italy's citizenship laws and a master's graduate from the University of Bologna.
Della Parte Giusta della Storia
Episode: EP. 18 Kejsi Hodo and the "invisible" referendum to change Italy's citizenship laws
Ahmad Jaafil
A young man from Lebanon with visual impairments who aspires to be a certified health care interpreter.
Episode: EP.15 Ahmad's story: from sight to insight
Manal Makkiye
Founder of Kayani, supporting Palestinian women and girls, social worker, and One Young World ambassador.
Kayani
Episode: EP. 13 "Our existence as Palestinians challenges a whole universe that supports the occupation"

Host

Stephen Barden
Host of Migrant Odyssey

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 81 ratings
  • Bots?

    There’s no way that is podcast should rank as high it does.

    Apple Podcasts
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    jmle19
    United States7 months ago
  • Western Countries Have a Duty To Takin In Migrants

    Migrants are the backbone many prosperous nations.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cake46
    United States7 months ago
  • Globalist Propaganda

    Western countries are not responsible for taking in migrants

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Numidia124
    United States9 months ago

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Some listeners feel the messaging is persuasive advocacy for open borders and refugee support.
A strong emphasis on grassroots aid and personal connection over headlines.
Thoughtful, human-centric stories that illuminate overlooked migrant perspectives.

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EP. 25 LEBANON LIVES - Mona's Story.
Q: What was it like balancing family responsibilities with your own education and career ambitions as a Palestinian in Lebanon?
Mona describes persistent barriers to working in her chosen field due to legal and societal limits, but she remained determined to study banking and finance, pivoting to internships abroad when local options were blocked. Her resilience shows in how she leveraged family support, pursued opportunities abroad, and ultimately found grounding in humanitarian work.
Ep 23. The Tiny Mighty Organization: the fight against trafficking in women
Q: What are the key challenges currently facing organizations fighting against trafficking?
Taina emphasizes the severe funding cuts and the need for continued advocacy despite political challenges.
Ep 23. The Tiny Mighty Organization: the fight against trafficking in women
Q: How does somebody end up running the coalition against trafficking in women? What got you there?
Taina shares her long journey starting from her background, activism, and experience in various organizations advocating for women's rights.
Ep 21. The Children of the Dispossessed: what happens next?
Q: What is the core lesson that you want to take forward to your own children when you have them?
To remind them to keep it real and to not pass on their mess to the next generation.
Ep 21. The Children of the Dispossessed: what happens next?
Q: Why did your parents come to Switzerland? Why did they flee Sri Lanka?
They fled due to the Civil War and the need to escape oppression. Mirujaa's father was targeted and had to flee to protect his life.

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

A narrative-driven series focused on migration, refugees, and grassroots solidarity, featuring stories from volunteers, activists, and people affected by displacement. Recent episodes highlight how personal relationships and mutual aid can sustain humanitarian work beyond media moments, the global fight against trafficking, and lived experiences of migrants and refugees across diasporas. Notable tensions include imperial histories, policy barriers, and grassroots organizing—often merging personal testimonies with broader advocacy. The show seems to pivot between intimate, human-scale storytelling and analyses of systemic issues, making it helpful for listeners who want pragmatic insights for social impact, policy discussion, or ethical spon... more

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1. Anam Raheem
2. Matt Davis
3. Taina Bien Aimé
4. Ruchira Gupta
5. Kejsi Hodo
6. Ahmad Jaafil
7. Manal Makkiye

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