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Life in Our Skin

Life in our Skin

A podcast created for women in the middle. Our guests share their American experiences living between the white and black communities. Join us, Lisa Harris and Anahita Champion, as we share Life in Our Skin... raw and unedited.

society & culture

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Episode 46: Should I Use My Ethnic Name? | Shadon...

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2025/10/08

In this episode, we chat with Iranian-American, Shadon Ghassemlou who shares about some intense experiences during her middle school years. From having a different name, to seeing cultural movie releases in the 90s, Shadon was faced with teenage challenges that went beyond the surface.Take a listed to this episode, and be fore to read Shadon's article referenced in the episode: https://www.wintrymixmsp.com/blog/whats-in-a-persian-name-5dscg

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00:27:09

Episode 45: I Know I Have an Accent | Javiera Monardez

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2025/10/03

In this episode, we chat with our guest Javiera Monardez!Javiera shares her experience as a highly successful and educated doctor in Chili, and how life in the United States quickly felt like she was living in a new identity. Take a listen to this conversation in Episode 47!Can you relate in a way?Follow us on Spotify and leave a comment.

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00:31:30

Episode 44: I'm Not A Filipino Nurse | Jessica Portè

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2025/07/09

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Jessica Portè, a Filipino-American growing up between Northern and Southern California. Following the aftermath of a serious car accident, her family came together as they grieved. Despite being there for reach other, they were unable to process their grief due to lack of communication.

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00:31:23

Episode 43: Matriarch of Sri Lanka | Lanka Dasanayaka

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2025/06/08

In this episode, we chat with Lanka Dasanayaka, a Sri Lankan woman living in the Midwest. Lanka shared her experiences growing up in an ancestral home, stories of generations of matriarchal evolution, and how her parents managed overseas child custody. Join us for this episode of Life in Our Skin.

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00:28:18

Episode 42: Muslim in a Catholic School | Aalishba Ahmad

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2025/06/01

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Aalishba Ahmad, a Pakistani Muslim woman who grew up in a Catholic School. She shared her experiences as a brown girl in a white world. Self-proclaimed social justice warrior, Aalishba was an advocate to uplift students of color. From her words, "Love is Union." Listen to this episode to hear more of Aalishba's story.Life In Our Skin: A podcast created for 'women in the middle'. Our guests share their American experiences living between the white and black

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00:28:56

Episode 41: Eat Your Mom's Hmong Food | Samantha Lee

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2024/09/10

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Samantha Lee, a Hmong-American woman from St. Paul. Sam talks about the cultural and emotional connection ethnic communities have with their food and how the health and wellness industry re-enforces messages that ethnic food is unhealthy. As a weight loss coach, Sam helps women stay connected to family and culture by creating healthy versions of their cultural food. In Episode 41, we welcome Samantha Lee.Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin:

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00:29:35

Episode 40: Reclaiming My Chicana Self | Amanda Rosas

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2024/07/08

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Amanda Rosas, a Mexican-American woman from San Antonio, Texas. Amanda shares stories of being a young girl unequipped to navigate racially inappropriate comments. Further in our conversation, she expands on the ways identity and intersectionality appear in her life as a woman, mother and teacher. In Episode 40, we welcome Amanda Rosas.

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00:16:26

Episode 39: Happy 3 Year Anniversary!

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2024/07/02

We are thrilled to celebrate 3 years of Life in Our Skin podcast, and in this short episode we highlight a few milestones since we launched in July 2021.Thank you for listening! ~ Lisa & Anahita

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00:27:17

Episode 38: Coloring Outside the Lines | Sheena Yap Chan

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2024/06/04

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Sheena Yap Chan, a Chinese–Filipino woman living in Toronto. Sheena talks about how she moved from being ashamed of her culture to building her self confidence as an Asian woman. Today, she has also learned how to embrace paving her own path of success. In Episode 38, we welcome Sheena Yap Chan.Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin: linktr.ee/lifeinourskin Connect with Sheena: www.sheenayapchan.com Connect with Lisa: Instagram

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00:36:47

Episode 37: Palestine, Dubai, New York, Oh My! | Alia...

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2024/05/21

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Alia Mohammad, a Palestinian-American raised in Dubai and immigrated to the U.S as a young girl. She discusses how her parents tried to keep their family traditions and values, including experiences with cultural attire and religion while adapting to American life. In Episode 37, we welcome Alia Mohammad! Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifeinourskin.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Lisa: Instagram ⁠⁠@lisaharrisandcompany⁠⁠ |

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00:33:07

Episode 36: Captaining My Puerto Rican Ship |...

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2024/05/10

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Rossana Corniel, a Puerto Rican military veteran who moved frequently as a young child to several countries including the United States. Rossana shares how she navigated language barriers, overcame adversity, and empowered herself to thrive through awareness, clarity, and control. In Episode 36, we welcome Rossana Corniel. Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifeinourskin.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Lisa: Instagram

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00:31:16

Episode 35: Hmong on the Weekend | Poiab Vue

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2024/04/20

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Poiab Vue, a Hmong refugee whose family immigrated to the U.S. in 1979, eventually settling in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Poiab discusses the challenges of growing up Hmong–American and how her rebellious personality set her apart from other Hmong daughters. Today, as a licensed psychotherapist, Poiab aims to empower people in choosing their own path in life and to support them in healing through trauma. In Episode 35, we welcome Poiab Vue.Connect with Poiab:

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00:30:31

Episode 34: Journey of a Filipina Mom | Peachy Galindez

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2024/02/27

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Peachy Galindez. Peachy shares her experience immigrating to the United States in her 30's as a young wife and mother. She also discusses her approach to integrating Filipino culture and pride in raising her children in America. In Episode 34, we welcome Peachy Galindez.Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifeinourskin.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Lisa: Instagram ⁠@lisaharrisandcompany⁠

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00:33:55

Episode 33: I Am Pallavi, First | Pallavi Sharma

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2024/02/23

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with Pallavi about moving to the USA at 18 years old to attend Winona State University. Pallavi quickly embraced the American lifestyle and prioritized her independence and career goals despite her parents hopes of an arranged marriage. Furthermore, we discuss blended marriage, cultural traditions, and women in tech. In Episode 33, we welcome Pallavi Sharma. Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifeinourskin.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Lisa:

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00:43:40

Episode 32: My Laotian-American Story | LeeAnn Rasachak

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2023/11/09

In this episode, Lisa and Anahita chat with LeeAnn about her experiences as young Laotian-American growing up in the USA while supporting her immigrant parents with language barriers. Through her upbringing, relationships, divorce and second marriage + growing a blended family, LeeAnn shares challenges and joys in her story from then to present day. In Episode 32, we welcome LeeAnn Rasachak. Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lifeinourskin.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Lisa: Instagram

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Episode 31: Back to India | Shilpa Lewis

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2023/10/19

Lisa and Anahita chat with Shilpa Lewis, an East Indian woman born and raised in the United States. In this episode, Shilpa talks about the tension and struggles of growing up in an immigrant family. Unlike her peers, her college-educated, traditional father worked multiple jobs to support the family and send money back to India. Shilpa simply wanted to live an American life. This dream was taken away at 14 years old when her family moved back to India where she spent her high school years feeling

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Episode 30: Making Colombian Noise | Laura Merino-Franco

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2023/10/03

Lisa and Anahita chat with Laura Merino-Franco, a South American woman from Colombia, a creative entrepreneur, community supporter, and world traveler. In this episode, Laura shares about her adjustment to the American culture after moving to the United States at 18. She paints a transparent picture of her experiences trying to blend in versus how to reinvent herself following a life crisis. We hear about her healing journey and search to find self-worth where she "made some noise." In

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00:30:17

Episode 29: The Three Musketeers | Narate Judy Keys

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2023/08/26

Lisa and Anahita chat with Narate Judy Keyes, a Khmer-American woman from Cambodia, mother, poet, spoken word artist and author. In this episode, Narate shares a beautiful perspective of the refugee camps from the innocent eyes of a child and how being a talkative, social butterfly helped her learn a new culture and language as an immigrant to the United States. We also learn about the cultural tensions she felt between being an American and honoring her Cambodian roots. In Episode 29, we welcome

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00:36:08

Episode 28: Spilling the Persian Tea | Aisha Branch

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2023/06/20

Lisa and Anahita chat with Aisha Branch, an Iranian-American woman, wife, mom and entrepreneur. In this episode, Aisha discusses the cultural differences she experienced growing up and the three (3) core pillars of success re-enforced by her father. We learn how certain family expectations led to a life of seeking the approval of others, and how she navigated this beautiful journey of becoming Aisha. In Episode 28, we welcome Aisha Branch. Listen to this episode of Life in Our Skin.

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Episode 27: The First-Ever Indigenous Miss Minnesota...

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2023/05/12

In the beginning, Rachel knew very little of her native ancestors. Once understanding that she was Indigenous, she often hid this part of her identity. The negative stigma surrounding Native American people was rampant in her community and she felt ashamed. In this episode, Rachel discusses her journey to fully embracing her identity as a Húŋkpapha Standing Rock Oyate woman and how she navigated the pageant system by "Celebrating Culture & Driving Diversity" as the first-ever Indigenous Miss

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