Friend, We’re living through uncertain and challenging times, where the news often feels exhausting and overwhelming. In moments like these, storytelling is a powerful tool to ground us, inspire action, and remind us of our collective strength. That’s why we’re sharing our latest Freedom to Thrive Podcast episodes with you — featuring stories of resilience, resistance, and hope: Encountering ICE: In Life and In Art | Sam Cutler-Kreutz and Joanna Cuevas Ingram: We had the pleasure of meeting the team behind A Lien, a powerful short film about a family’s encounter with ICE at a routine immigration appointment. A Lien has been nominated for an Academy Award — you can watch it here. The film’s writer and director, Sam Cutler-Kreutz, joined us to discuss the film, and NILC Senior Staff Attorney, Joanna Cuevas Ingram joined the conversation to share important Know Your Rights information. Borderland, The Line Within | Pamela Yates, Paco de Onis, and Alex Gil: I talk with the filmmakers behind Borderland, The Line Within, a documentary exposing the pervasive and hidden border industrial complex and its impact on communities across the U.S. The Power of Books | Roxanne Coady: Founder of R.J. Julia Booksellers and Read to Grow, Roxanne Coady shares how her love for books — rooted in her immigrant father’s influence — led her to create a bookstore that serves as a community refuge and a hub for civil conversation. Know Your Rights | Kica Matos: In this post-election episode, I speak with Kica Matos, President of NILC, about the importance of solidarity, resistance, and the collective fight for justice and democracy.
Check out these episodes and more on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and iHeart Radio. And don’t miss the Oscar’s this weekend — join us in cheering on A Lien! Thank you for tuning in, Victoria Ballesteros
Executive Vice President, Narrative
National Immigration Law Center
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