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A Stranger in a Foreign Land

Anderson West

Stories connect us. They help us understand how much we have in common, even when we come from different countries and cultures. In a time when migration and immigration are often seen as controversial topics, it's more important than ever to hear the stories of the individuals who have made the decision to move across the world to settle in a country they barely know.In our weekly podcast, British-Caribbean-American filmmaker Anderson West talks to the brave people who have travelled from all over the world in search of a better life. He explores how their lives have changed and how the country they have moved to has changed them.So strap in for conversations full of laughter, intrigue, and maybe even some tears. As we learn about the challenges and triumphs of these migrants, we'll discover that we have more in common than we have apart.

Episode 2 - Valerie Crooks

In our second episode, we speak with Valerie Crooks, a Windrush-era migrant who moved to Crewe, England from St. Elizabeth, Jamaica in 1962.Valerie shares the wise words that kept her going through tough times, as well as her insights into what she feels the young people of today should remember as they go about their daily lives.This interview was originally recorded in August 2016 as part of our upcoming documentary, Windrush of the North, which will be premiering this year.Tune in to hear Valerie's inspiring story and learn from her wisdom.Happy listening.Follow us on Facebook for the latest info and announcements:https://www.facebook.com/groups/154868287623098And follow our Host Anderson west on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/andersonjwest/And for clips and videos from the podcast, like and subscribe to Anderson's Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@films_by_awSponsored by:Jeruty Films www.jerutyfilms.com

Jul 7, 2023

41 min

Episode 1 - Lenny Thompson

In our first of three episodes focusing on the Windrush era migrants, Anderson speaks with Edgar Thompson, who moved to England in 1953 from Jamaica; shortly thereafter, he settled in Stoke on Trent, where he lives to this day.We discuss why he moved to England, how he settled in, and his thoughts on how the country has changed him. Please note that this interview was first recorded in 2016 as part of an upcoming documentary called Windrush of the North. Happy listening!Follow us on Facebook for the latest info and announcements:https://www.facebook.com/groups/154868287623098And follow our Host Anderson west on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/andersonjwest/And for clips and videos from the podcast, like and subscribe to Anderson's Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@films_by_awSponsored by:Jeruty Films www.jerutyfilms.com

Jun 22, 2023

44 min