Ep. 36 - Urmi Hossain: Identity, Language, and Finding Home Across Borders

What does it mean to be Italian Bengali living in Canada? In this fascinating conversation, we sit down with Urmi Hossain—author, finance professional, and podcast host—to explore the rich complexity of navigating multiple cultures, languages, and identities.

Urmi opens up about being a third culture kid, speaking five languages (Italian, Bengali, French, English, and Spanish), and how multilingualism shapes the way we think and experience the world. She shares why she fell in love with finance at first sight, and offers invaluable advice for knowledge workers navigating the age of AI and job automation.

As the author of Discovering Your Identity: A Rebirth From Interracial Struggle and host of the podcast Stories Beyond Borders, Urmi has become a voice for those who've lived between worlds. She reveals her strategies for landing press coverage, discusses whether personal branding is essential for professional success, and tackles the question many struggle with: can you still succeed without putting your face all over social media?

We get into questions of belonging—what does "home" really mean when you've lived in multiple countries? Is it important to have a defined sense of identity, or is fluidity itself the answer?

Topics Covered:

• Third culture kids and cross-cultural identity
• How speaking multiple languages changes the way you think
• Career resilience in the age of AI
• Building a personal brand and getting press coverage
• Finding home when you belong to multiple places
• Navigating interracial and multicultural identity

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Dr. Cynthia West is the Assistant Dean For Innovation and Entrepreneurship as well as Clinical Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship at Chapman University in Fullerton CA. Prior to that, she was the Director of the Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics there, and prior to that, worked as VP of Sales at multiple successful tech startups.

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Ever wonder how reaching for the stars changed life here on Earth? 🚀From the GPS in your pocket to the memory foam in your bed, space exploration has quietly revolutionized your daily routine in ways you never imagined. In this mind-expanding episode, Krystal Khali reveals the hidden connections between humanity's boldest adventure and the technologies that power modern life.What You'll Discover:Your smartphone's secret space origins – GPS, cameras, accelerometers, and batteries all trace back to space missionsMedical miracles from the cosmos – How space technology revolutionized everything from CAT scans to pacemakers to telemedicineThe innovation engine – Why extreme space requirements create breakthrough technologies that transform entire industriesFuture game-changers – Emerging space technologies that could solve climate change, revolutionize energy, and expand human potentialThe psychology of exploration – How the "overview effect" and space research insights are reshaping our understanding of human potentialKey Takeaways:✨ Technologies solving "impossible" space problems often become everyday Earth solutions ✨ The International Space Station is advancing medicine, materials science, and international cooperation ✨ Space exploration expands our definition of what's possible – both technologically and personally ✨ The space economy revolution could be worth $1 trillion by 2040, creating innovations we can't yet imagineWhether you're fascinated by technology, inspired by human achievement, or curious about your own limitless potential, this episode will change how you see the world around you.Ready to discover how space exploration continues to power your daily life? Hit play and prepare to see the extraordinary in the ordinary.New episodes drop every Wednesday. Subscribe and turn on notifications to never miss an episode of The Krystal Khali Podcast – where we expand minds and explore limitless potential. Follow: @krystalkhali everywhere Support: Patreon.com/krystalkhali#SpaceExploration #Technology #Innovation #NASA #Science #Podcast #LimitlessPotential

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Today's guest is accomplished drummer Michael Leasure. With over 16 years as the touring and recording drummer for blues rock artist Walter Trout, including contributions to 10 albums and participation in more than 4,000 performances worldwide, Leasure shares insights into his professional journey. Leasure is one of the most sought-after drummers in blues rock, and has a punchy and heavy hitting sound that is instantly recognizable. The discussion explores his collaborations with notable musicians such as Edgar Winter, Philip Sayce, and Albert Collins, his approach to playing, as well as practical advice for aspiring drummers and artists navigating the music industry. Listen in and gain a deeper understanding of the dedication required for a sustainable career in the arts, blended with reflections on personal growth and creative resilience.

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A.I.-powered digital twins. Is the future one that helps us all live longer, or will everything devolve into a private health data grab by the large A.I. companies? You can decide after listening to today's episode.

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In this episode, I unpack what tariffs actually are—where they come from, how they’ve been used throughout history, and why they matter now more than ever. I walk through the very first tariffs in ancient civilizations, explore their role in early American policy, and explain how they’ve both protected industries and triggered economic disasters.

We’ll look closely at how tariffs became a central tool in President Trump’s trade strategy, influenced by economist Peter Navarro (who literally created a fictional expert named “Ron Vara” to quote in his own book). I also break down Trump’s negotiation style from The Art of the Deal and how it played out in the escalating tariff war with China—plus the recent rollback that brought some of those tariffs down from triple-digit levels.

You’ll also hear what this means for you: how tariffs affect prices, jobs, and what ends up on store shelves.

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References

• U.S. Census Bureau. (2023). Trade in Goods with China. Retrieved from https://www.census.gov/foreign-trade/balance/c5700.html
  

• UPI. (2025, April 15). History shows tariffs like Trump's come with painful pitfalls. Retrieved from https://www.upi.com/Voices/2025/04/15/trump-tariffs-failures-pitfalls/8911744728908/
  

• Fordham Law Review. (2019, March 17). A Brief History of Tariffs in the United States. Retrieved from https://news.law.fordham.edu/jcfl/2019/03/17/a-brief-history-of-tariffs-in-the-united-states-and-the-dangers-of-their-use-today/
  

• Reuters. (2025, May 13). US slashes 'de minimis' tariff on small China parcels to as low as 30%. Retrieved from https://www.reuters.com/world/china/us-cut-de-minimis-tariff-china-shipments-54-120-2025-05-13/
  

• CBS News. (2025). What goods does China import from the U.S.? Retrieved from https://www.cbsnews.com/news/china-imports-from-the-us-oilseeds-grains-oil-gas/