Perfect Storm: H-2A Visas, Government Shutdown, and the Fight to Feed America
American farms are in crisis. The federal government shutdown froze H-2A visa processing right when farmers need to prepare for planting season. At the same time, major
Read More »“The Day I Realized I Was An Immigrant”
In this powerful episode of Immigration Nerds, host Lauren Clarke speaks with Hendrika de Vries, author of the new book “Open Turns,” about her remarkable journey
Read More »H-1B Proclamation & Changes Special Report
In this special episode of the Immigration Nerds Podcast, we break down what President Trump’s H-1B proclamation means for employers and employees. Host Lauren Clarke
Read More »The Beautiful Game Meets Border Security: FIFA World Cup 2026
Can America’s immigration system handle the 2026 FIFA World Cup? With 3 million daily travelers expected and visa wait times stretching hundreds of days in key
Read More »How New H-1B Rules Could Reshape Foreign Worker Entry to the US
Host Lauren Clarke dives into major H-1B developments with immigration reporter Andrew Kreighbaum from Bloomberg Law. They discuss the Trump administration’s proposed
Read More »USCIS By The Numbers When Policy Meets Administrative Reality
Host Lauren Clarke and immigration policy analyst Cecilia Esterline from the Niskanen Center break down the latest USCIS data on the Immigration Nerds. With an 18% drop in
Read More »August 5th Cliff: How Humanitarian Parole and TPS Terminations Are Reshaping American Agriculture
American farms are facing an unprecedented workforce crisis as Temporary Protected Status (TPS) programs for multiple countries terminate this August, threatening to remove
Read More »Canada’s Immigration Shifts
Canada’s immigration landscape is undergoing a significant shift. But what does this mean for students, skilled workers, and families hoping to build their lives there?
Read More »An Independence Day Reflection: The Journey to American Citizenship
In this newest episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast, we explore what it truly means to become an American. Host Lauren Clarke talks to author Rajani LaRocca, whose
Read More »Immigration Solutions for America’s Care Workforce Crisis
America faces a critical shortage in its care workforce, the millions of workers who provide childcare, elder care, and support for people with disabilities. With 9 million
Read More »Asian Heritage Chefs in White House History
Discover the hidden culinary history of Asian heritage chefs who’ve served U.S. presidents. Host Lauren Clarke welcomes food historian Adrian Miller and chef Debra
Read More »How Immigration Impacts the Solvency and Sustainability of Social Security
In this episode of the Immigration Nerds Podcast, we explore how immigration directly impacts the solvency and sustainability of Social Security with economist Dr. Tara
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