Ep 187: Rooted in Two Worlds: Maanarak of Grey on Culture Shock, Belonging, and Creativity Across Borders (Part 1)
The Immigrant Experience in America (TIEIA)
Release Date: 07/30/2025
From beginnings in Columbia to becoming author of Unmuting Myself - A voice silenced by doubt dared to rise! (Episode 205) - Part 3
The Immigrant Experience in America (TIEIA)
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From beginnings in Columbia to becoming author of Unmuting Myself - A voice silenced by doubt dared to rise! (Episode 204) - Part 2
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From beginnings in Columbia to Author of Unmuting Myself - A voice silenced by doubt dared to rise! (Episode 203) - Part 1
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Sandra Bothe Interview: Author of "Unmuting Myself"
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From Jamaica to Podcast Host: Podcaster Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown (Ep. 202) - Part 3
The Immigrant Experience in America (TIEIA)
The founder of Carry On Friends! Kerry-Ann was born in Jamaica and moved to Brooklyn, NYC as a teenager. Since starting Carry On Friends, have been a speaker at Podcast Movement, Haiti Tech Summit, Caribbean Digital Divas on a variety of topics including podcast, career, entrepreneurship and Caribbean culture. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Immigrant Experience in America Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3OmWxJZ Official Site: https://bit.ly/3OmWAWg 📱Listen to more episodes on: 💼 Apple...
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From Jamaica to Podcast Host: Podcaster Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown (Ep. 202) - Part 2
The Immigrant Experience in America (TIEIA)
The founder of Carry On Friends! Kerry-Ann was born in Jamaica and moved to Brooklyn, NYC as a teenager. Since starting Carry On Friends, have been a speaker at Podcast Movement, Haiti Tech Summit, Caribbean Digital Divas on a variety of topics including podcast, career, entrepreneurship and Caribbean culture. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Immigrant Experience in America Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3OmWxJZ Official Site: https://bit.ly/3OmWAWg 📱Listen to more episodes on: 💼 Apple...
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From Jamaica to Podcast Host: Podcaster Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown (Ep. 202) - Part 1
The Immigrant Experience in America (TIEIA)
The founder of Carry On Friends! Kerry-Ann was born in Jamaica and moved to Brooklyn, NYC as a teenager. Since starting Carry On Friends, have been a speaker at Podcast Movement, Haiti Tech Summit, Caribbean Digital Divas on a variety of topics including podcast, career, entrepreneurship and Caribbean culture. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Immigrant Experience in America Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3OmWxJZ Official Site: https://bit.ly/3OmWAWg 📱Listen to more episodes on: 💼 Apple...
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From Nigeria to Nursing Professor: Idongesit Obeya (Ep. 201) - Part 3
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From Nigeria to Nursing Professor: Idongesit Obeya (Ep. 200) - Part 2
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From Nigeria to Nursing Professor: Idongesit Obeya (Ep. 199) - Part 1
The Immigrant Experience in America (TIEIA)
Key Themes Identity & Belonging The tension of “you’ve arrived here, now who are you?” Many immigrants carry a dual identity: rooted in a homeland + building a future elsewhere. Letting go of perfection: striving to fit in often causes people to lose parts of what made them uniquely strong. Belonging isn’t only about external acceptance. It begins internally — how you carry yourself, how you reconcile “old home” and “new home.” Financial Literacy in a New Context Systems you took for granted in your home country (banking, credit, retirement, investments)...
info_outlineIn this episode of The Immigrant Experience in America, I sit down with the thoughtful and creative Maanarak of Grey, an artist and podcast host originally from Bonaire in the Caribbean.
Maanarak shares her journey as an immigrant, what it’s been like leaving behind the comfort of home and adjusting to life in a new environment.
From the warmth of island culture to the challenges of navigating unfamiliar social norms, her story is filled with quiet strength and deep reflection.
We discuss:
- The origin behind Maanarak's name
- Living in the island of Bonaire
- Her culture shock and adjustment to living abroad
- What she misses most about life in Bonaire
- The tension between staying rooted in your culture while adapting to a new one
- How her immigrant journey influences her creative work and advocacy
- The importance of building spaces where diverse identities feel seen and celebrated
This conversation is a powerful reminder that migration is not just about relocation, it’s about rediscovery, resilience, and reclaiming your voice.
🎧 Tune in to hear Maanarak’s story and join us in celebrating the depth and beauty of the immigrant experience.
Connect with Maanarak:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KreashonHub
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kreashon.hub
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kreashon
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kreashon/
Disclaimer: The Immigrant Experience in America podcast is produced in my personal capacity. The views and opinions shared by me and my guests are our own and do not reflect the views, policies, or positions of the U.S. government or USCIS.