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The labor shortage facing America’s farmers and ranchers is persistent and costly. The H-2A visa program for temporary agricultural workers is a critical option for this business. Host Lauren Clarke is joined by immigration attorney L.J. D'Arrigo to explain the H-2A program's purpose, requirements, and challenges for both employers and workers. Plus, get the latest on DOL’s recent regulatory changes and ongoing litigation.
GUEST: Leonard J. D'Arrigo / Harris Beach
HOST: Lauren Clarke, Erickson Immigration Group Managing Attorney
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor, Partner & Shareholder
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Biden’s New H-2A Rule Expands Protections and Increases Oversight for Migrant Workers, American Immigration CouncilGeorgia sues Biden administration over plan to expand farmworker rights, Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Discover how a Sri Lankan immigrant's love for his mother's cooking sparked a culinary revolution in Sydney. Shaun Christie-David's Colombo Social isn't just serving up delicious dishes – it's changing lives. From empowering refugees to bridging cultural divides, learn how food is becoming a powerful force for social change in Australia. This is the third episode of Immigration Nerd’s special series: Food of Immigrants where we celebrate cultural heritage and fostering community understanding through food.
GUEST: Shaun Chistie-David, Chief Executive Officer – Plate it Forward
HOST: Lauren Clarke,
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
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In this special episode of the Immigration Nerds Podcast, host Lauren Clarke welcomes renowned UCLA law professor Hiroshi Motomura for an in-depth discussion on the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, also known as the Hart-Celler Act.
Professor Motomura provides a detailed analysis of this landmark legislation, explaining how it fundamentally changed U.S. immigration policy by abolishing the discriminatory national origins quota system and establishing a new framework based on family reunification and attracting skilled labor. He describes the act as a "sea change" in American immigration law and frames it within the broader context of the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s.
This special episode offers listeners a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of a pivotal moment in U.S. immigration history and its lasting effects on American society.
GUEST: Hiroshi Motomura, Susan Westerberg Prager Distinguished Professor of Law, UCLA School of Law
HOST: Lauren Clarke
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965 (Hart–Celler Act) Hiroshi Motomura / UCLA School of Law
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In October 2023, President Biden issued the "Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence" with special actions related to immigration and the advancement of AI.
This newest episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast looks at how President Biden's Executive Order is impacting immigration, the progress for the implementation of these actions and the deadlines being met, and, perhaps, most importantly, what challenges confront the adaptation of immigration policies to rapidly evolving AI technologies. Immigration Nerds Host Lauren Clarke is joined by special guest Sophie Alcorn for a review on AI and immigration.
GUEST: Sophie Alcorn, Founder, Alcorn Immigration Law and Host, The Sophie Alcorn Podcast
HOST: Lauren Clarke, Erickson Immigration Group Senior Attorney
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor, Erickson Immigration Group Partner & Shareholder
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence. 10/30/23 -
In this episode of Immigration Nerds, host Lauren Clarke and Erickson Immigration Group attorneys Andy Finkle and Kai Bostock discuss three major immigration policy changes announced in June 2024. They break down President Biden's executive orders on asylum seekers, new work visa processes for DACA recipients, and a parole program for undocumented spouses of US citizens.
(This episode was recorded before the Supreme Court decision on Chevron deference.)
Guests: Andy Finkle, Senior Managing Attorney, EIG and Kai Bostock, Associate Attorney, EIG
Host: Lauren Clarke
Producer: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
White House FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces New Actions to Keep Families TogetherWhite House FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces New Actions to Secure the Border
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In this episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast, we hear the inspiring story of two expats from Somaliland who are transforming lives through education. Asha Farah, founder of the Burao Academy of Science & Technology, and Yasmin Mirreh, EIG Senior Attorney and volunteer and advocate, talk about how STEM education has become a beacon of hope for Somali youth.
Learn how their transnational community leverages the power of immigration to create opportunities and foster global connections. Be inspired by the academy's remarkable achievements in STEM education and its impact on students, families, and the future of Somaliland. Don't miss this powerful episode that celebrates the potential of education and the resilience of the human spirit. Tune in to Immigration Nerds now!
HOST: Lauren Clarke
GUESTS: Yasmin Mirreh, Senior Attorney, International Practice, EIG; Asha Farah, Co-Founder, Burao Academy of Science and Technology located in Somaliland
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Burao Academy of Science and Technology located in SomalilandSomaliland Professionals Association of America (SLPA)
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In this powerful and insightful episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast, host Lauren Clarke sits down with Dr. Ken Fong, host of the Asian America Podcast, to celebrate Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. Dr. Fong shares his own family's compelling immigration story, highlighting his grandfather's journey to America, the challenges faced by Chinese immigrants during the Chinese Exclusion Act era, and his father's brave service in World War II. The conversation delves into the importance of storytelling in showcasing the diverse experiences and contributions of Asian Americans, which are often underrepresented in mainstream media and history.
This episode serves as a powerful reminder of the significance of AANHPI Heritage Month and the ongoing need to celebrate and uplift the stories of this vibrant and essential part of the American fabric.
Lauren is also joined by Alejandra Zapatero, partner at Erickson Immigration Group, for a timely discussion on essential summer travel tips. From passport validity to visa appointment wait times and required documents, you’ll hear all the crucial advice to help ensure a smooth international travel experience for immigrants when you hit play.
GUEST: Dr. Ken Fong, Host, Asian America Podcast
HOST: Lauren Clarke
NEWS NERD: Alejandra Zapatero
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Asian America: The Ken Fong Podcast
Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month
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This new episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast invites listeners to pull up a chair as we talk about how the immigrant journey and story is shared by the bowl full through our culinary heritage.
Immigration Nerds host Lauren Clarke is joined by Dr. Julia Roncoroni and Dr. Delio Figueroa from the University of Denver, to talk about their new book, Cocina Libre: Immigrant Resistance Recipes. This is a cookbook that goes beyond recipes, to capture time and place and amplify the voices of immigrants.
GUESTS: Dr. Julia Roncoroni & Dr. Delio Figueroa
HOST: Lauren Clarke
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Cocina Libre: Immigrant Resistance Recipes
Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition
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Federal judges in Georgia and Texas challenge the process of anti-discrimination enforcement by questioning the constitutionality of administrative law judges' authority.
In two separate cases involving SpaceX and Walmart, the courts weigh in on whether administrative law judges can render decisions without adequate oversight from the President or Attorney General. Join Immigration Nerds host, Lauren Clarke, and legal expert Cyrus D. Mehta as they explore the potential implications of these rulings on immigration enforcement and corporate accountability in the latest episode of the Immigration Nerds Podcast.
GUEST: Cyrus Mehta, managing partner at Cyrus D. Mehta & Partners
HOST: Lauren Clarke, EIG Senior Attorney
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor, EIG Partner and Shareholder
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Walmart Prevails on Claims DOJ’s Judges Are Unconstitutional
SpaceX Wins Anti-Migrant Bias Case | The Dallas Express
SpaceX, Walmart Court Wins Imperil US Immigration Bias Cases | Bloomberg LAW
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Join us for a gnarly ride forward the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. In this episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast, we keep it stateside an examine why the P-1A is the visa that lets professional, international athletes be everywhere they want to be. EIG attorney, skateboard enthusiast, and P-1 visa expert, Sebastian Zavala, joins host Lauren Clarke for a medal-worthy episode.
GUEST: Sebastian Zavala, Associate Attorney, EIG LAW
HOST: Lauren Clarke, EIG Senior Attorney
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor, EIG Partner & Shareholder
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
LA28 Olympic Games: Opening Ceremony July 14, 2028
P-1A Visas
U.S. State Department Nonimmigrant Visa Resources
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Could the rights of college athletes to monetize their personal brand, which consists of their name, image, and likeness potentially upend the F-1 visa class? Host Lauren Clarke is joined by Bloomberg Law Immigration reporter Andrew Kreighbaum for a deep dive on emerging risks to student visa eligibility.
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Bloomberg Law reporting by Andrew Kreighbaum
International Student-Athlete Participation
GUEST: Andrew Kreighbaum, Immigration Reporter, Bloomberg Law
HOST: Lauren Clarke
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
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In this Women's History Month episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast, we explore how immigration is not just about the movement of people, but also about the migration of ideas that enrich lives. Host, and EIG senior attorney, Lauren Clarke, is joined by Diana Parsell, author of the book, Eliza Scidmore: The Trailblazing Journalist Behind Washington's Cherry Trees, for an inspiring look at a beautiful symbol of cultural exchange and an enduring connection between the people of Japan and America.
Guest: Diana P. Parsell, Author of the book, Eliza Scidmore: The Trailblazing Journalist Behind Washington's Cherry Trees
News Nerd: Rob Taylor, EIG Partner & Shareholder
Host: Lauren Clarke
Producer: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Eliza Scidmore: The Trailblazing Journalist Behind Washington's Cherry Trees by Diana P. Parsell (Author) More About Eliza Scidmore Washington D.C.'s Cherry Blossom Festival Eliza Scidmore: Trailblazer bringing Japanese cherry trees to US | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News
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In an interview recorded on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, Immigration Nerds host Lauren Clarke talked to David J. Bier, Associate Director of Immigration Studies at the Cato Institute about the state of America's legal immigration system.
Mr. Bier recently testified at a hearing before the Committee on Oversight and Accountability in the United States House of Representatives. In that testimony and on this episode of the Immigration Nerds, Bier discusses the the parole sponsorship program, illegal encounters at the border, and his analysis of what legal immigration should look like in the United States.
GUEST: David J. Bier, Associate Director of Immigration Studies | Cato Institute
HOST: Lauren Clarke, Senior Attorney, Erickson Immigration Group
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor, Partner & Shareholder, Erickson Immigration Group
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Immigration Hearing of the Committee on Oversight and Accountability for United States House of Representatives January 17, 2024
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The H-1B Domestic Visa Renewal pilot program launched on January 29, 2024. The Immigration Nerds - senior attorney and host, Lauren Clarke and senior managing attorney consular affairs, Diane Holcombe-Geddens - talk about the program and share valuable insight and process notes as the program gets underway.
GUEST: Diane Holcombe-Geddens, Senior Managing Attorney, Consular Affairs, EIG
HOST: Lauren Clarke, Erickson Immigration Group, Senior Attorney
NEWS: Rob Taylor, Erickson Immigration Group Partner
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS: Domestic Renewal of H-1B Nonimmigrant Visas for Certain Applicants
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Immigration Nerds host Lauren Clarke interviews César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández, author of the book, Welcome the Wretched: In Defense of the “Criminal Alien,” which explores the intersection of US immigration law and the criminal justice system.
Also in this episode, news updates on USCIS policy guidance on student visas and fee increases for immigration services.
GUEST: César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández / Author, Immigration Lawyer, Gregory H. Williams Chair in Civil Rights and Civil Liberties at the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
HOST: Lauren Clarke
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Welcome the Wretched: In Defense of the “Criminal Alien,” by César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández -
The Immigration Nerds host Lauren Clarke is joined by Stuart Anderson, executive director of the National Foundation for American Policy, to discuss his Forbes article, "The Most Inspiring Immigration Stories Of 2023." Hit play and learn about a teenage immigrant from Ethiopia who became one of America's top young scientists; a Mexican immigrant who became a successful entrepreneur; a Vietnamese refugee who won an Academy Award; and a group of Ukrainian refugees who helped Mississippi tornado victims.
GUEST: Stuart Anderson, Executive Director, National Foundation for American Policy & Senior Contributor, Forbes
HOST: Lauren Clarke
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS: The Most Inspiring Immigration Stories Of 2023 By Stuart Anderson, Senior Contributor, Forbes
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Guest: Dan Restrepo & Erin Sikorsky, Climate Migration Council
Host: Lauren Clarke & Hiba Anver
Producer: Adam Belmar
On this episode of the Immigration Nerds Podcast we discuss the issue of climate migration. Host Lauren Clarke is joined by Erickson Immigration Group Partner Hiba Anver and featured guests Dan Restrepo and Erin Sikorsky from the Climate Migration Council. They discussed the expected displacement of over 200 million individuals worldwide by 2050 due to climate change, and the need for a human-centered approach to migration, focusing on protecting the rights of affected communities, and enabling safe, regular, and orderly migration pathways.
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Climate Migration Council
Climate Migration Explainer
4Ocean
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On this episode of Immigration Nerd Podcast we discuss the US Green Card system backlog of 7.6 million individuals waiting for lawful permanent residency and a new report that predicts nearly $4 trillion in economic gains to the US economy over the next decade if the backlog was cleared. Bloomberg Law immigration reporter Andrew Kreighbaum joins host Lauren Clarke to discuss the financial and human cost of the backlog.
GUEST: Andrew Kreighbaum, Immigration Reporter, Bloomberg Law
HOST: Lauren Clarke
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Bipartisan Policy Center Report: The Demographic Transition: An Overview of America’s Aging Population and Immigration’s Mediating Role (September 2023)American Community Survey Data – US Census Bureau Bloomberg: Green Card Backlog Costs Economy Trillions in Gains, Report Says
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On this episode of Immigration Nerds we discuss the demographic crisis of the "graying of America" and the long-term economic challenges it poses to the United States.
Host Lauren Clarks talks to Ben Gitis, Associate Director, Economy & Immigration, Bipartisan Policy Center, about their report highlighting the role of immigration in addressing this crisis. The report explains that the aging population and slowing population growth lead to a decline in labor force participation, which hampers economic growth. Immigration is seen as a vital tool to counteract these trends by welcoming workers who can fill open positions, contribute to productivity, and support programs like Social Security and Medicare. The report also mentions that other countries, such as Canada, have implemented aggressive immigration policies to address labor shortages, highlighting the urgency for the US to do the same.
GUEST: Ben Gitis, Associate Director, Economy & Immigration, Bipartisan Policy Center
HOST: Lauren Clarke
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
Bipartisan Policy Center Report: The Demographic Transition: An Overview of America’s Aging Population and Immigration’s Mediating Role (September 2023)American Community Survey Data – US Census Bureau -
Hit play for the very latest news and analysis on DACA, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program. On Wednesday, September 13, 2023, a federal judge in Texas once again ruled that DACA is unlawful. What does this latest ruling mean for Dreamers right now? What is the Major QuestIons doctrine? And how might it impact the opinions of the US Supreme Court’s nine Justices? Host Lauren Clarke is joined by Jeremy McKinney, the 2022-2023 President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and current member of AILA's Executive Committee and Board of Governors, for a conversation full of analysis and context.
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month Events at Smithsonian Institution
Library of Congress Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
GUEST: Jeremy McKinney / 2022-2023 President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and current member of AILA's Executive Committee and Board of Governors
HOST: Lauren Clarke, Senior Attorney, Erickson Immigration Group
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
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