Tahmina Talks Immigration

On July 11, 2017, Tahmina Talks Immigration with Seattle Port Commissioner Courtney Gregoire. We discuss her first hand battle with Customs and Border Protection officers when the Muslim travel ban was issued in January 2017.Here is the Facebook Live video of our chat:https://www.facebook.com/TahminaTalksImmigration/videos/349602718803996/

On this week's Tahmina Talks Immigration Radio Show I talked with Brad Feld, entrepreneur, author, blogger, & venture capitalist at Foundry Group! He discussed the work that led up to the pending International Entrepreneurial Rule & Startup Visa. We also chatted about how allowing non-citizens to start business in the United States is beneficial to the U.S. economy & much more! Here is the blog post about the show- hope you enjoy!http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2017/06/26/brad-feld-renowned-entrepreneur-tahminas-show-june-27th-10am-desi-1250am/

ACLU WA's newest immigration policy guru Enoka Herat joined us on 6.20.17 to talk about immigration and law enforcement, FBI interrogations and much more. This is an invaluable discussion to learn what to do if the FBI approaches you. Here is the post on Enoka's appearance:http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2017/06/19/enoka-herat-aclu-wa-tahmina-talks-immigration-june-20th-10am-desi-1250am/

Seattle City Councilwoman Lorena Gonzalez has made a huge impact on immigrant lives in the time she has been serving on the council. Recently, she was able to help pass a bill for an immigrant legal defense fund in Seattle. A true accomplishment. She joins Tahmina Talks Immigration to discuss the legal defense funds and more. Here is the blogpost about her appearance: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2017/06/12/seattle-city-councilwoman-lorena-gonzalez-tahmina-talks-immigration-june-13th-10am-pst/

On this episode, Tahmina Talks with Dr. Joseph Castleberry who shares insights from his book "The New Pilgrims". He discusses how immigrants are contributing to religious growth in America.Here is a link to our blogpost on this show: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2017/06/05/dr-joseph-castleberry-tahmina-talks-immigration-tuesday-june-6th-2017-desi-1250am/

In this episode which aired on May 30th 2017, Talks talks immigration with Roxana Norouzi from One America. With her leadership, Washington State recently passed a bill allowing for dual language education in WA public schools. She discusses the issue in details and provide great information on what this bill means for our state.Here is the blog post about the show:http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2017/05/29/roxana-norouzi-director-education-integration-policy-oneamerica-talks-immigration-tahmina-may-30th-10am-pst/

In this episode which aired on May 23rd 2017, Tahmina talks immigration with Seattle Councilman Tim Burgess who helped pass a bill for an immigration legal defense fund. The fund will help those who are caught up in the immigration system particularly in view of the new administration's actions. CM Burgess shares incredible insights from his long career. A huge thank you to CM Burgess for joining me on the show.

In this episode which aired on May 2nd 2017, we chat about law enforcement and immigration specially given the new administration's executive orders. Sheriff Urquhart shares invaluable insights on the whole topic! Thank you to King County Sheriff Urquhart for joining me on Tahmina Talks Immigration.

In this episode, listen to our fascinating conversation with Dr. Meenakshi Rishi about immigration and the economy. Thank you Dr. Rishi for joining Tahmina Talks Immigration.

In this episode that aired on 4.4.17, we talk about H1b issues.

Listen to this informative discussion with Mayor Cooke of Kent, WA that aired on Desi 1250am on March 21st 2017. Mayor Cooke discusses various issues including that she has signed a proclamation that Kent is a Welcoming City. She does talk about the unfortunate events of the shooting of a Kent resident which seemed racially motivated. She said investigation was ongoing. Thank you to Mayor Cooke for taking time out of her busy schedule for joining Tahmina Talks Immigration.

In this episode, we chat with Jasmin Samy, Civil Rights Manager at CAIR-Washington State, a chapter of America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization.Here is the blogpost on the show: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2017/02/20/jasmin-samy-cair-wa-tahminas-radio-show-feb-21st-10am-pst/In addition, the Facebook Live video is available at our new Facebook page.

In this episode, we talk with  Manar Waheed, Former Deputy Policy Director for Immigration at the White House. She offers some invaluable insights on new administration's executive orders.

This episode is a solo show with Tahmina discussing various updates including the International parole and national interest waiver.

In this episode of Immigration with Tahmina, our special guest is Cuc Vu, Director of City of Seattle's Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA). The OIRA will be holding a unique inauguration day legal clinic offering immigrants free advice for citizenship applications, know your rights and individual legal advice. This is an inspiring discussion and hope you will enjoy!

In this episode of Immigration, we discuss the importance of immigration with critically acclaimed journalist Emily Parkhurst, Editor in Chief, Puget Sound Business Journal.

In this first show of 2017, we introduce our brand new Facebook page "Immigration with Tahmina Radio Show". We also discuss a new case that revamps the laws for national interest waivers. This particular law will help entrepreneurs receive green cards easier than before.

In this episode my guest Interfaith community leader and executive director of MAPS- AMEN Aneelah Afzali discusses immigration, Muslim community issues and the problems with the creation of a potential Muslim registry. She gives guidance on what people can do given the new administration coming into office in January.Here is the blog post on the episode: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2016/12/12/interfaith-leader-aneelah-afzali-tahminas-radio-show-12132016/

In this episode, Tahmina talks with Washington State Second District Congressman Rick Larson. Congressman Larson offers much insight into immigration issues that we may see from a new administration in the new year. A huge thank you to Congressman Larson for taking the time to be on my show. It was an honor! Here is our blog post on the appearance: http://immigrationlawyersinseattle.com/2016/11/28/congressman-rick-larsen-tahminas-show-desi-1250am-112916/

Immigration & guidance on pre-January steps to protect status by Tahmina Watson