I’d like you to meet...
I’d like you to meet...
Jenny Selvidge
As an English-as-a-second-language teacher, I’ve met incredible people from all over the world, not a chance everyone has! I’ve always said to my friends and family, “I wish you could meet so-and-so!” So here’s my best attempt at an introduction. These are short conversations with a few of them, sharing little glimpses of their stories about life in the U.S.
Life in the US: A Doctor’s Perspective as a Child of Immigrants
Anik shares his work as a doctor, caring for refugees and other marginalized groups both abroad and in the US, as well as his own experience as an Indian American.
Nov 11, 2020
40 min
Life in the US: An Asian American Perspective
Rachel and I talk about what it’s like to be an Asian American in the United States, covering a range of topics including her childhood in Madison, living as an Asian American in Asia, and returning home to the US as an Asian American during the pandemic.
Nov 6, 2020
30 min
15. Sawsan and Riska - “The Hijab”
For those curious about the Muslim practice of wearing the hijab (head covering), this episode features two friends who share their personal insights and experiences.
Sep 15, 2020
36 min
14. Jorge Antonio
A conversation wIth Jorge Antonio from Uruguay.
Aug 22, 2020
14 min
13. Nikola
A conversation with Nikola from Serbia.
Aug 22, 2020
12 min
12. Zina
A conversation with Zina from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Aug 22, 2020
15 min
11. Ayawavi
A conversation with Ayawavi from Togo where we talk racism, cheese, the four seasons, and Togolese hospitality.
Aug 2, 2020
8 min
10. Azam
A conversation with Azam from Pakistan where we talk about the life-changing benefits of travel!
Aug 2, 2020
12 min
9. Riskariyani
A conversation with Riskariyani from Indonesia.
Jul 21, 2020
15 min
8. Ali
A conversation with Ali from Saudi Arabia.
Jul 15, 2020
16 min
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