My Thick Accent

‘My Thick Accent’ podcast aims to break the stereotypical moulds the immigrants are asked to fit in by introducing you to the fascinating world of existing and new immigrants from all walks of life. So, stay tuned and let's get to know each other Beneath The Accent!

Season 2 in the making.

Contributors

Host

Gurasis Singh

Gurasis Singh, host of the inspiring podcast "My Thick Accent," celebrates diverse immigrant journeys, fostering understanding and inclusivity. With warm conversations, he delves deep into the lives of immigrants, sharing their triumphs, challenges, and cultural roots. A natural conversationalist, Gurasis uplifts voices, creating a space for stories to be cherished and embraced. His journey as an immigrant and global citizen fuels his passion for connecting with others, building a world that celebrates shared humanity. Through storytelling, he advocates for positive change, promoting empathy and compassion. Join Gurasis as he explores the beauty of diversity in each accent, celebrating the common threads that unite us all. As he often says, “Let’s know each other Beneath The Accent,” and together, let’s build a world that celebrates our shared humanity.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamgurasis

Guests

Guest

Ritika Saraswat

Ritika moved to Canada as an international student to study Kinesiology but then transitioned into becoming a Business Analyst at Deloitte. She's the Founder & CO of Re-Defined, a non-profit with the primary objective of fostering inclusivity and recognizing diversity.
Also received the "Young Achiever's award" by the Indian Achievers
Forum(IAF). Immigrant story got featured in The Michigan Times. Keynote speaker for the Alternative Education Resource Organization (AERO) conference about Mental Health & Education. She has organized various Education Guidance & Career Development workshops as well. She calls herself a learner, an entrepreneur, a consultant, a content creator, a speaker, a mentor, a daughter and much more.

Visit the below link to listen to her immigrant journey!

https://www.mythickaccent.com/1835261/episodes/12029668-let-s-re-define-immigrants-ft-ritika-saraswat-ep-017

Guest

Urja Khosla

Urja moved to Canada in December 2022 to study Professional Writing and Communications at Humber College and she is now studying Marketing Management at Humber.

In India, she completed a BA and MA in English Literature and worked as a Recruiter, IELTS trainer, and technical writer before moving to Canada. Fun Fact: Urja's name means "energy," and she says it reflects her personality!

I was thrilled to welcome a cherished listener like her on the show, someone whose journey intertwines seamlessly with the very essence of My Thick Accent. Her experiences, deeply influenced by the insights shared by our diverse range of guests, mirror the transformative power embedded in community and shared narratives.

Visit the below link to listen to her immigrant journey.

https://www.mythickaccent.com/1835261/episodes/14217562-bonus-my-thick-accent-became-an-immigrant-s-companion-says-the-listener-ft-urja-khosla