• Coming To America

  • By: Ed Halla
  • Podcast

Coming To America

By: Ed Halla
  • Summary

  • Welcome to "Coming to America," a podcast that explores the extraordinary journeys of individuals who left their homelands behind to chase the American dream. In a world where "America" symbolizes not just a nation but a profound idea and a beacon of hope, we delve into the personal narratives of immigrants who embarked on an incredible adventure. In this imperfect union known as the USA, people from diverse backgrounds and cultures find common ground, forge new identities, and contribute to the rich tapestry of American life. Through intimate conversations and heartfelt accounts, we bring you the experiences, challenges, triumphs, and aspirations of those who dared to dream beyond borders. Join us as we celebrate the resilience, diversity, and shared humanity that define the American story. From the pursuit of freedom to the pursuit of happiness, "Coming to America" reveals the universal essence of the American dream and the unique journeys that make it a reality.
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Episodes
  • E12 - Cuban In the USA
    Nov 21 2024
    In this episode of Coming to America, we’re joined by Angel Trujillo Perez, who shares his incredible journey from Havana, Cuba, to the United States. Angel left Cuba in 1994 and arrived in the U.S. two years later, eventually settling in Portland with his wife and son. Now a Production Supervisor at a manufacturing company, Angel reflects on the resilience and determination it took to build a new life in a foreign land. Angel’s story is one of perseverance, creativity, and the joy of embracing life’s simple pleasures.
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    43 mins
  • E11- Brazilian in the USA
    Oct 31 2024

    Leandro, originally from Brasília, Brazil, moved to the USA in 1999 and has been residing in Portland since 2009 with his wife Valerie and their Maltese dog, Jobin. He is a structural engineer and the owner of LSP Structural.

    https://lspstructural.com

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    39 mins
  • E10. Ecuadorian in the USA
    Oct 17 2024

    Our guest is Ivan Hernandez, he came from Quito, the capital city of Ecuador. Ivan came to the USA 25 years ago this September. Came directly to Portland to study at the college and now I work as a Senior SW Engineer at Intel. He is married to Paola Gagliardo and they have two wonderful boys, Jose Ignacio 24 y/o and Daniel (Danny) 14y/o.

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivan-hernandez-4753162/

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    36 mins

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