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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
American Dream
Immigrant Experience
Education
Financial Literacy
Canada
Refugees
Immigration Experience
Guatemala
Law
Cuba
Immigration Policy (united States)
Coaching
First-Generation Immigrant Experience
Arise Financial Coaching
Brownsville, Texas
Online Business / Digital Marketing

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 166 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!

Amber Inthavong shares her experience growi... more

Welcome to episode 165 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!

Kathy Guillory shares her journey from grow... more

Welcome to episode 164 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!

Santee shares her journey from growing up i... more

Welcome to episode 163 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!

In this episode, Bianca reflects on her upb... more

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Recent Guests

Santee Zenobia
Singer, writer, podcast host, and freelancer navigating immigration, education, and faith
Episode: Breaking the Traditional Path: Journey of Identity and Belonging with Santee - Ep. 164
Bianca Jordan
Immigration attorney and entrepreneur
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Episode: Immigration Is Still Open: Attorney Bianca Jordan Shares Why & Her Story - Ep. 163
Elsie Escobar
Pioneer in podcasting and Latina industry leader
Episode: Elsie Escobar: The Latina Pioneer of Podcasting! - Ep. 162
Sonia Urquilla
SEO strategist for female founders
SEO by Sonia
Episode: Immigrant Stories: From El Salvador to SEO by Sonia Urquilla - Ep. 161
Ekaette Joseph-Isang
Healthcare strategy and operations executive, physician by training, founder of Bright Bridge Academy
Bright Bridge Academy
Episode: Immigrant Stories: From Physician in Nigeria to founding Bright Bridge Academy - Ep. 160
Anya Gillinson
Author of Dreaming in Russian; immigration attorney
Author, Dreaming in Russian; Immigration Attorney
Episode: Immigrant Stories: Dreaming in Russian with Author Anya Gillinson - Ep. 158
Cedric Muhikira
Engineer, self-taught writer and storyteller
Independent/Author
Episode: Immigrant Stories: From Rwanda to Detroit with Engineer Cedric Muhikira - Ep. 157
Dr. Janice Castro
Licensed psychologist specializing in adult ADHD; founder of JC Psychological Services
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Episode: The American Dream Is Being Able to Rest With Dr. Janice Castro - Ep. 156
Ana Hebra Flaster
Author of Property of the Revolution, memoirist
Author, Property of the Revolution
Episode: Immigrant Stories: Property of The Revolution with Author Ana Hebra Flaster - Ep. 154

Host

Heidy De La Cruz
Host of The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants

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 States5 months 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 States8 months ago
  • Beautiful Reminders

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missachavs
    United Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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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guests are diverse, showcasing a wide range of immigrant experiences.
listeners praise the host's empathy and ability to draw out deeply personal stories.
episodes are described as authentic, informative, and inspiring, often highlighting underrepresented voices.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Breaking the Traditional Path: Journey of Identity and Belonging with Santee - Ep. 164
Q: How did college navigation differ for you as an immigrant, and what realizations did you have about your own path?
I grappled with whether to pursue the traditional college route or follow a different calling; the process highlighted the gap between parental sacrifice and my own sense of purpose, leading me to seek a path that aligns with my gifts and faith.
Breaking the Traditional Path: Journey of Identity and Belonging with Santee - Ep. 164
Q: Was it just your mom and you when you moved, and what led to the decision to leave Jamaica?
It was my mom and me for the early years; my dad moved first and pursued naturalization, then helped bring us over, a process that stretched over several years and was driven by family connections and the promise of a better life.
Immigrant Stories: From El Salvador to SEO by Sonia Urquilla - Ep. 161
Q: How did you land in SEO, given your early experiences and education?
I explored marketing out of necessity, tried an SEO course, found it too technical, then took a hands-on project helping a coach with her site. The rapid improvement in traffic convinced me SEO was my path, which eventually led to starting my own business after a corporate layoff.
Immigration Is Still Open: Attorney Bianca Jordan Shares Why & Her Story - Ep. 163
Q: What inspired you to pursue immigration law?
A childhood moment during a school field trip where playing the role of a lawyer in a Boston Massacre reenactment sparked a lifelong interest in law and human rights, evolving into a commitment to immigrant rights.
Immigrant Stories: Dreaming in Russian with Author Anya Gillinson - Ep. 158
Q: Oh wow, what kind of attorney are you?
I am an immigration attorney who works on visas, specifically a niche in Extraordinary Ability Visa cases, which is a specialized talent visa category.

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The show centers on immigrant experiences, exploring how language, culture, family, and community shape identity and opportunity in the United States. Episodes frequently highlight resilience, entrepreneurship, education, and social mobility, often through intimate interviews that humanize first‑gen journeys, address stereotypes, and illuminate pathways to belonging. Notable strengths include a compassionate, people‑driven approach, a focus on practical guidance (education, job pathways, mentorship), and guests ranging from authors and educators to nonprofit leaders and entrepreneurs. This combination tends to attract listeners who want relatable, real‑world immigration narratives, actionable insights, and a hopeful perspective on the Ameri... more

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Recent guests on Immigrant Stories include:

1. Santee Zenobia
2. Bianca Jordan
3. Elsie Escobar
4. Sonia Urquilla
5. Ekaette Joseph-Isang
6. Anya Gillinson
7. Cedric Muhikira
8. Dr. Janice Castro

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