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When someone moves to a new country they leave a part of themselves back. With time, new parts are discovered with the experiences and learnings from this new life. Everyone has a story to tell. Do you want to know more about us? Check us out at elijahsraven.ca

  1. Roots and Art - Michele

    Jun 16

    Roots and Art - Michele

    Welcome back to another episode of Raven Stories as we continue our Sister, Sister season! In part two of her interview, Michele dives deeper into the unique challenges of immigrating as a teenager and the complex journey of discovering her identity. She opens up about navigating family dynamics and shares an eye-opening perspective on how pursuing a career in the arts is valued in Canada compared to her home country of Peru. Interested in sharing your story? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fill out this form!⁠

    36 min
  2. Adapting and Peru - Michele

    Jun 9

    Adapting and Peru - Michele

    Welcome back to another episode of Raven Stories—and a new addition to our Sister, Sister season! This week, the host sits down with her sister-in-law, Michele, to explore her journey of immigrating from Peru. Michele opens up about the real challenges of adjusting to a brand-new culture and decoding an unfamiliar education system. She also shares her experience on building a new community from scratch while learning how to keep her closest friends back home. Join us to be part of the first part of her story! Interested in sharing your story? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fill out this form!⁠

    27 min
  3. Nigeria and Mothering - Deborah

    Apr 21

    Nigeria and Mothering - Deborah

    Welcome back to another episode of Raven Stories! In the final part of her interview, Deborah shares how she exploded her YouTube channel, Your Satisfying Birth. She gets incredibly real about the intense identity shift of motherhood. She also reflects on the heavy disrespect young women face in Nigeria compared to Canada, and drops some golden advice: give yourself time to adjust to life as an immigrant before throwing in the towel Follow Deborah on YouTube @yoursatisfyingbirth Interested in sharing your story? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fill out this form!⁠

    30 min
  4. Math and Winnipeg - Deborah

    Apr 14

    Math and Winnipeg - Deborah

    Welcome back to the Sister, Sister season of Raven Stories! This time, the host chats with her friend Deborah about her unexpected move from Nigeria to Canada. Deborah shares how her dad suddenly swapped her UK study plans for the University of Manitoba just six months before departure. She also drops a hilarious and sweet arrival story. The episode wraps up with Deborah getting real about overcoming math struggles with the help of her boyfriend, surviving a toxic roommate, and sparking a new friendship over shared food. Enjoy the first part of their conversation! Follow Deborah on YouTube ⁠@yoursatisfyingbirth⁠ Interested in sharing your story? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fill out this form!⁠

    36 min
  5. London and Belonging - Ify

    Mar 31

    London and Belonging - Ify

    We're picking right back up with Ify's journey. After a sudden exit from Ukraine, she lands in the UK and gets a front-row seat to some serious culture shock. Ify gets real about decoding British pleasantries, dealing with wild stereotypes, and more! She shares how moving across the world forces you to face your own biases and completely reinvent yourself. Get ready for an honest chat about intentionally building your circle, the messy reality of being an immigrant, and finding your purpose in a brand-new space! Interested in sharing your story? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fill out this form!⁠

    54 min
  6. Dreams and Ukraine - Ify

    Mar 24

    Dreams and Ukraine - Ify

    Welcome to the Season 2 premiere — and the start of our Sister, Sister season! This time, our host brings on her favourite person: her own sister, Ify. Growing up in Nigeria, Ify always knew she was meant to leave — but nothing quite prepared her for where life would take her first. She opens up about chasing a dream that felt almost too big to be real, navigating a country where she barely spoke the language, and learning that kindness and hostility can live side by side in the same place. Brace for impact and stay tuned for the second part of her story! Interested in sharing your story? ⁠⁠⁠Fill out this form!⁠

    41 min

  7. Mar 3

    Zambian Time - Towani

    Welcome to the Season 1 finale! In the conclusion of our talk with Towani, we explore how culture and time shift around us, the 'utopian' myths of the first world, and the reality of the immigrant experience. We’re closing the season with one big question: What does Canada mean to you? Interested in sharing your story? ⁠⁠Fill out this form!⁠

    30 min

  8. Feb 24

    Cultural Dynamics - Towani

    Join us for the first half of our Season 1 finale. Towani opens up about the weight of the unknown—navigating those moments when life feels directionless—while balancing the complexities of family and sibling dynamics. Stay tuned for Part 2! Interested in sharing your story? ⁠⁠Fill out this form!⁠

    31 min
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When someone moves to a new country they leave a part of themselves back. With time, new parts are discovered with the experiences and learnings from this new life. Everyone has a story to tell. Do you want to know more about us? Check us out at elijahsraven.ca

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  • Creator
    Raven Support Network
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Raven Support Network
  • Show Website
    Share Your Story