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Immigrant Stories | The American Dream in The Eyes of Immigrants

Heidy De La Cruz
Immigration
United States
Puerto Rico
Immigration Law
Financial Literacy
Education
Canada
Refugees
Immigration Experience
Guatemala
American Dream
Immigrant Experience
Law
Immigration Policy (united States)
Coaching
First-Generation Immigrant Experience
Online Business / Digital Marketing
Arise Financial Coaching
Siembra Connect
Brownsville, Texas

Heidy De La Cruz hosts The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants. A 2x award-winning podcast about sharing the stories of immigrants and the immigrant experience, including their first memories of the US, the culture shocks they experienced, and their journey learning to navigate a whole new country. Join me, Heidy De La Cruz, in highlighting these stories that are often overlooked but deserve ... more

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Welcome to episode 151 of The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants Podcast. I am your host, Heidy De La Cruz, and I am on a mission to change the narrative of immigration one immigrant story at a time!

Dr. Leslye Salinas shares her journey from ... more

Welcome to episode 150 of The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants Podcast. I am your host, Heidy De La Cruz, and I am on a mission to change the narrative of immigration one immigrant story at a time!

Mario Cartaya shares his unique experience ... more

Welcome to episode 149 of The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants Podcast. I am your host, Heidy De La Cruz, and I am on a mission to change the narrative of immigration one immigrant story at a time!

Karen Munoz shares her journey growing up i... more

Welcome to episode 148 of The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants Podcast. I am your host, Heidy De La Cruz, and I am on a mission to change the narrative of immigration one immigrant story at a time!

Vic Martinez shares his personal upbringing... more

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Vic Martinez
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Episode: Immigrant Stories: Breaking Generational Cycles with Vic Martinez - Ep. 148
Jenn Suen Chen
Author of Dim Sum and Faith, and storyteller about immigrant family experiences
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Episode: Immigrant Stories: Dim Sum and Faith with author Jenn Suen Chen - Ep. 147
Vanessa Fondeur-Adams
Educator in New York City for 17+ years; founder of Latino World Travelers and Latino Travel Fest
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Episode: Immigrant Stories: Latino World Traveler Founder Vanessa Fondeur-Adams - Ep. 146
Jennifer Lara
CEO of Her Empire Media
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Episode: From Michoacán, Mexico, to founding Her Empire Media with Jen Lara - Ep. 145
Joseph Flambezador
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Nick Berg
Author of Shadows of Tehran
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Episode: Shadows of Tehran: From Iran Military to US Military with Author Nick Berg - Ep. 142
Veronica Cardenas
Immigration attorney, former DHS prosecutor
Episode: From ICE Prosecutor to Humanigration with Attorney Veronica Cardenas - Ep. 140
Ingrid Perez
Immigration Attorney, founder of IBP Immigration Law
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Episode: The Emotional Cost of the Immigration Experience with Ingrid Perez - Ep. 139
Mariana Tino Corribera
Journalist turned tech product manager, immigrant storyteller
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Episode: From Mexico’s Newsroom, to Tech, to Storyteller. Mariana’s journey to the American Dream - Ep. 138

Host

Heidy De La Cruz
Host of Immigrant Stories | The American Dream in The Eyes of Immigrants; focuses on empowering and educating through immigrant narratives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • So needed

    This podcast has such vivid, moving, and insightful stories that resonate with people. Definitely recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seqchan2
    United Statesa month ago
  • Please listen!

    Heidy has such a gift for hearing, and amplifying stories. Tuning into stories that give us new perspectives here in the US is so important, listen and share with your friends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    paytonmoran
    United States5 months ago
  • Beautiful Reminders

    Honest and beautiful told, and so many of the voices we don’t often hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missachavs
    United States8 months ago
  • Changing the narrative

    Heidy is skilled at interviewing and telling the stories of real everyday people who happen to also be immigrants. Sharing stories and changing the narrative. I highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    harveyfam4
    United States8 months ago
  • Highly recommend!

    ​I have been a long-time fan of The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants podcast. Heidy is an excellent interviewer who knows how to keep conversations flowing organically, providing an invaluable platform for people to share stories that the world needs to hear. I have learned so much from Heidy and her guests and look forward to each new episode. Not only does it pull back the curtain on an often misunderstood process, but each and every story is incredibly inspiring. Heidy and her guests ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ACRuss12
    United Statesa year ago

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The host amplifies often overlooked voices with warmth and empathy.
The interviewing style is described as engaging and flowing, with meaningful insights for listeners and potential guests.
Listeners praise the show for humanizing immigration through diverse guest stories.

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Talking Points

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Q: When did you switch from corporate to entrepreneurship and what was the turning point?
She explains the pull toward financial independence, the initial dabbling in content creation, and the decision to leave corporate life after achieving her $100,000 blogging goal, accelerated by pandemic conditions.
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Q: Please introduce yourself and your background.
Janice Torres introduces herself as a Latina personal finance educator, podcaster, and author, sharing her Puerto Rican roots, educational background, and early career in corporate science roles before pursuing entrepreneurship.
Immigrant Stories: Breaking Generational Cycles with Vic Martinez - Ep. 148
Q: What does the American dream mean to you now, given your experiences and being a parent and entrepreneur?
It has shifted from purely working hard to building opportunities that let you work less while still providing for your family, aiming for smart, sustainable growth.
When to Hire a Bookkeeper & Growing up with Jamaican Parents - Ep. 102
Q: What is your practical money tip for business owners?
Always save and organize receipts as soon as you incur expenses; without receipts, taxes may be higher due to missed deductions, and lack of documentation can lead to mispriced tax obligations.
When to Hire a Bookkeeper & Growing up with Jamaican Parents - Ep. 102
Q: What types of businesses do you work with, and why is bookkeeping important for them?
She highlights real estate investors, landscapers, and manufacturers as clients, emphasizing that organized finances help maximize tax efficiency, enable better decision-making, and reduce stress by providing clear financial statements.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Immigrant Stories

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

A compassionate, story-driven show centered on immigrant journeys, resilience, and practical paths to building a life in the United States. Episodes foreground personal histories—from policy shifts and cultural shocks to entrepreneurship, career pivots, and mentorship—often with guests who have bridged boundaries between their countries of origin and new homes. The host's interview style tends to be warm, human, and behaviorally focused, offering actionable insights for aspiring immigrants and for listeners seeking deeper understanding of the immigrant experience. A notable strength is highlighting diverse immigrant voices—from lawyers and engineers to business founders and creatives—as well as emphasizing mentorship, education, and communi... more

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1. Vic Martinez
2. Jenn Suen Chen
3. Vanessa Fondeur-Adams
4. Jennifer Lara
5. Joseph Flambezador
6. Nick Berg
7. Veronica Cardenas
8. Ingrid Perez

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