Migrant Munch

Sherrica Senewiratne
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Migrant Munch is a podcast where migrants share the raw, honest stories behind their journeys. Tune in to listen to stories of struggle, courage and quiet achievements. This is a space for voices that often go unheard and people who describe the moments in their lives...that changed everything.

  1. I Am Exhausted | A Solo Episode in Between

    2월 20일

    I Am Exhausted | A Solo Episode in Between

    "I am exhausted" Lately I’ve been hearing this everywhere, and it’s got me thinking about why people are exhausted and how this can be a different experience from burnout. In this solo episode, I'm unpacking this experience and sharing what burnout actually means, the signs to look for, and how you can reduce your likelihood of experiencing burnout.  This episode is for anyone who hasn't been feeling too great lately, and is trying to figure out what's going on...we've all been there.

    10분
  2. From International Student to Award-Winning Professional | Emily’s Journey of Thriving in Melbourne

    2월 6일

    From International Student to Award-Winning Professional | Emily’s Journey of Thriving in Melbourne

    In this episode, I sit down with Emily Chin, recipient of the International Student of the Year award, who is thriving in an IT career in Melbourne. She shares her journey of navigating life as an international student, from arriving with uncertainty to building a career through intentional networking, courage, and being an active member of the community. We talk about what networking really means, why relationships and casual jobs are important, and how showing up consistently can open doors you never knew existed. Emily also reflects on the mindset shifts international students often need to make, to move from 'survival' mode to 'opportunity' mode.  ✨ This episode is for international students, migrants, and early-career professionals who want practical insight, honest encouragement, and a reminder that you don’t have to do this journey alone.

    21분
  3. Grieving the Life You Left Behind | A Solo Episode in Between

    1월 23일

    Grieving the Life You Left Behind | A Solo Episode in Between

    Moving countries often comes with opportunity, growth and new beginnings, but it can also come with grief that no one really prepares you for. In this solo episode of Migrant Munch, I talk about what it means to grieve the life you left behind: the people, the moments you missed, the version of yourself that existed back home, and the quiet ache that shows up when you see life going on without you.  Drawing on my own experience as a migrant and my background as an organisational psychologist, I unpack concepts like migratory grief, ambiguous loss, and identity shifts, and why these feelings are far more common (and normal) than we realise. This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered:Why does this still hurt, even though I chose this life? If you’ve been carrying this grief silently, this one’s for you.

    12분
  4. Unlearn What You Grow Up With to Learn Unconditional Love | Helani’s Journey of Love & Parenting

    2025. 12. 25.

    Unlearn What You Grow Up With to Learn Unconditional Love | Helani’s Journey of Love & Parenting

    In this episode, I sit down with Helani, an entrepreneur at 22, a parent and strong believer in unconditional love. She shares how Buddhist philosophy has quietly shaped the way she loves, feels, and lives, after spending years trying to unlearn the things she grew up with. We reflect on culture not just as heritage, but as values passed down, questioned, and consciously chosen, especially through the lens of raising the next generation. ✨ This episode is for anyone who is trying to find themselves, trying to raise a child or for anyone who is curious about what it means to feel unconditional love.

    23분
  5. I Wish You Could Understand My Culture | Sonia's Journey of Being Understood

    2025. 12. 12.

    I Wish You Could Understand My Culture | Sonia's Journey of Being Understood

    In this episode, I chat with the amazing Sonia, who has lived in multiple countries, carried her culture across borders, and built a life grounded in deep authenticity and passion for her work. After realising just how often migrants feel misunderstood in healthcare, she founded a company dedicated to culturally competent care, creating spaces where people finally feel seen for who they truly are. We talk about growing up between cultures, navigating the invisible weight of being misunderstood, and what it means to advocate for care that honours identity, heritage, and lived experience. Sonia’s story is a powerful reminder that culture shapes us, and everyone deserves to be understood in the fullness of who they are.  If you've ever wished someone could understand your culture, your story, or the parts of you that don’t always translate well to others from different cultures or backgrounds, this episode is for you. For more information on Tala Thrive, visit: https://www.talathrive.com/ You can also purchase the affirmation cards we talk about here: https://shop.talathrive.com/products/affirmation-conversation-cards

    24분
  6. Meet the Chemical Engineer Who Runs a Bakery | Vish’s Journey of Pushing Through

    2025. 11. 28.

    Meet the Chemical Engineer Who Runs a Bakery | Vish’s Journey of Pushing Through

    In this episode, I chat with Vish, who studied and worked as a chemical engineer before finally choosing the path her heart always knew - hospitality. Today, she runs a bakery she absolutely loves. We talk about the migrant experience, navigating life as an international student, struggling with accent bias, and what it takes to keep showing up even when it feels impossibly hard. Vish’s story is a reminder that sometimes the career you’re meant for is the one you circle back to. This is for you if you’ve ever questioned your career choices, life as an international student, or if you ever needed a reminder that pushing through can lead you exactly where you’re meant to be.

    21분
  7. How Do You Hold Onto Who You Are, When You Migrate? | Dorcas’ Journey of Preserving Tradition

    2025. 11. 14.

    How Do You Hold Onto Who You Are, When You Migrate? | Dorcas’ Journey of Preserving Tradition

    In this episode, I chat with Dorcas, a proud South African migrant and PhD researcher exploring the intangible traditions of culture, and the stories and rituals that shape who we are. We talk about identity, curiosity, and what it really means to stay connected to your roots while creating a life in a new country. It’s a powerful reminder that culture isn’t lost when we move, it simply lives within us. This is for you if you’ve ever wondered where you come from, who you are, or how to hold on to your heritage while finding home in a new place.

    24분
  8. From Printing to Cooking South Asian Food on MasterChef | Kishwar's Journey of Celebrating Culture

    2025. 11. 01.

    From Printing to Cooking South Asian Food on MasterChef | Kishwar's Journey of Celebrating Culture

    Migrant Munch is back! In this episode, I chat with the amazing Kishwar Chowdhury. From a career in printing to making her mark on the MasterChef stage, she shares how her parents helped her stay connected to her roots whilst growing up in Australia, and how she proudly showcased South Asian food on a global stage. We explore what it means to celebrate culture, her life before (and after) MasterChef, and her advice for parents raising kids across different cultures. It’s an honest, heartfelt conversation about identity and the quiet power of embracing every part of who you are, no matter where you come from.

    24분
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Migrant Munch is a podcast where migrants share the raw, honest stories behind their journeys. Tune in to listen to stories of struggle, courage and quiet achievements. This is a space for voices that often go unheard and people who describe the moments in their lives...that changed everything.

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    Sherrica Senewiratne
  • 방송 연도
    2025년 - 2026년
  • 에피소드
    18
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    © 2026 Migrant Munch
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