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Vir Das jokes about American vs. Indian Movies in his Netflix special, "Abroad Understanding".
In the final episode of this three-part mini-series, created in partnership with fertilityclinicsabroad.com, Natalie is joined once more by Joanna Jewell, Head of Patient Experience at IVF Media, to demystify the world of egg donation guarantees. Whether you're exploring donor eggs, embryo donation, or refund-based pregnancy guarantees, this episode breaks it all down. Joanna explains how these programs work, what they include, who they're for, and what to ask before you commit. What we discuss: What egg donation programs actually are and what's included The difference between oocyte and blastocyst guarantees What to expect with embryo donation and double donation (egg + sperm) Pregnancy and live birth guarantee programs and the truth behind the fine print Refund guarantees: how they work, what they cost, and how much you could get back Common requirements to qualify for guarantee programs Transparency matters: why it's essential to ask what's included and what's not Additional costs to prepare for: medication, storage fees, testing, and admin Donor availability for different ethnicities and specific features (like red hair) The emotional reality when things don't work even with a “guarantee” What support clinics do (and don't) offer after unsuccessful cycles Why support groups, peer connections, and advocacy matter in your journey Embryo shipping after Brexit: is it still possible to bring material back to the UK? Links & Resources: Let's Stay Connected Learn more at: fertilityclinicsabroad.com Follow on Instagram @fertility_clinics_abroadVisit eggdonationfriends.com for helpful resources Contact Joanna's team directly for guidance on donor programs and clinics abroad Follow Natalie on Instagram: @fertilitypoddy Don't forget to listen to Episode 1 (How to Choose a Clinic Abroad) and Episode 2 (IVF Abroad Over 40) if you missed them!
In this episode, "Green Card Holders Marrying Abroad: Understanding the Process," we delve into the complexities that green card holders face when planning to marry a spouse from abroad, specifically from India. Ludka joins us to clarify common misconceptions and outline the necessary steps for uniting families across borders. Contrary to popular belief, green card holders do not need to wait for U.S. citizenship to petition for their spouse. Ludka explains the process of filing the I-130 petition under the F2A category, currently facing a backlog of several years. She also highlights the importance of monitoring the Visa Bulletin for changes and the potential benefits of upgrading the case if the petitioner becomes a U.S. citizen. For those with a non-immigrant visa, Ludka discusses the possibility of adjusting status within the U.S. for a faster process. Additionally, she offers crucial advice for green card holders who received their status through marriage, advising caution when remarrying within five years due to heightened scrutiny. This episode is a must-listen for green card holders and their future spouses, offering insights and strategies for navigating U.S. immigration laws. Brought to you by the NPZ Law Group, a full-service immigration and nationality law firm with expertise in U.S. and Canadian immigration matters. For further guidance, visit their offices in New Jersey, New York, Indiana, Florida, Canada, and India, or explore their resources online.
Vir Das is the biggest English speaking comedian in India and one of the country's top stand-up performers, actors, writers, musicians, and festival producers. He made an impact globally with his Netflix original special “Abroad Understanding” and was honored by "Variety Magazine" as one of their annual “Top 10 Comics to Watch.” He climbed the ranks of the Bollywood elite in various films such as "Badmaash Company," "Delhi Belly," and "Revolver Rani" to become the Indian Adam Sandler. Through his various tours, he has sold over half a million tickets as a stand-up. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Vir Das is the biggest English speaking comedian in India and one of the country's top stand-up performers, actors, writers, musicians, and festival producers. He made an impact globally with his Netflix original special “Abroad Understanding” and was honored by "Variety Magazine" as one of their annual “Top 10 Comics to Watch.” He climbed the ranks of the Bollywood elite in various films such as "Badmaash Company," "Delhi Belly," and "Revolver Rani" to become the Indian Adam Sandler. Through his various tours, he has sold over half a million tickets as a stand-up. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Stand-Up Vir Das is on the pod today and blows Whitney's mind. They talk about edibles, the Kardashians, and Vir's definition of getting canceled: the government taking him to court. Whitney also shares a video from her comedy spank bank. Vir's stand up specials OUTSIDE IN, LOSING IT, ABROAD UNDERSTANDING, and FOR INDIA are all streaming on Netflix.
Vir Das is the biggest English speaking comedian in India and one of the country’s top stand-up performers, actors, writers, musicians, and festival producers. He made an impact globally with his Netflix original special “Abroad Understanding” and was honored by "Variety Magazine" as one of their annual “Top 10 Comics to Watch.” He climbed the ranks of the Bollywood elite in various films such as "Badmaash Company," "Delhi Belly," and "Revolver Rani" to become the Indian Adam Sandler. Through his various tours, he has sold over half a million tickets as a stand-up.
Vir Das is the biggest English speaking comedian in India and one of the country’s top stand-up performers, actors, writers, musicians, and festival producers. He made an impact globally with his Netflix original special “Abroad Understanding” and was honored by "Variety Magazine" as one of their annual “Top 10 Comics to Watch.” He climbed the ranks of the Bollywood elite in various films such as "Badmaash Company," "Delhi Belly," and "Revolver Rani" to become the Indian Adam Sandler. Through his various tours, he has sold over half a million tickets as a stand-up.
In this episode of Insights From Abroad, Alexi Sadaka interviews Dr. Hakan Özoğlu to discuss issues regarding Turkey, Kurdish identity, and an overview of the current geopolitics. The views expressed in this publication are entirely those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the staff, officers or advisers of the University of Central Florida’s Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd Program for Strategic Research and Studies or Department of Political Science Department. PMBF website: sciences.ucf.edu/pmbfprogram/ College of Sciences website: sciences.ucf.edu/ Follow PMBF on: Twitter @PMBFprogram Instagram @pmbfprogramucf
In this episode of Insights From Abroad, Bryan Cruz interviews Max Rodenbeck, in which they discuss India's current affairs and its upcoming election. Additional music provided by BenSound
Lin has been enjoying Netflix comedy specials and she recommends a number of shows that tackle immigration and cultural translation with humour and panache. Such as Maz Jobrani’s Immigrant, Vir Das’s Abroad Understanding and Losing It, Gabriel Iglesias’s I’m Sorry For What I Said When I Was Hungry, Hari Kondabolu’s Warn Your Relatives, Mo Amer’s The Vegabond, Ali Wong’s Baby Cobra and Hard Knock Wife, Gina Yashere’s Laughing to America and Skinny Bitch, and Tig Notaro’s Happy To Be Here and TIG. (Netflix.com) Margrit talks about Heidi Heilig’s fantasy duology, The Girl from Everywhere & The Ship beyond Time (http://www.heidiheilig.com/books/). Heilig weaves myth & history from all over the world in these beautifully written books, thus taking the whole Eurocentric genre of fantasy in a global direction. Question of the episode: What stories have you read that paints the world from a non-dominant point of view? Join the conversation on Twitter at @World_ofStories or email us at worldofstoriespodcast@gmail.com.
Vir Das (comedian! actor! Netflix special Abroad Understanding!) makes it weird!
Vir Das is the biggest English speaking comedian in India and one of the country’s top stand-up performers, actors, writers, musicians, and festival producers. He recently made an impact globally with his Netflix original special “Abroad Understanding” and was honored by "Variety Magazine" as one of their annual “Top 10 Comics to Watch.” He climbed the ranks of the Bollywood elite in various films such as "Badmaash Company," "Delhi Belly," and "Revolver Rani" to become the Indian Adam Sandler. Das recently concluded sold-out runs in Australia and at London’s prestigious Soho Theatre. This past summer, he was featured at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as well as the Montreal Just for Laughs Comedy Festival. Through his various tours, he has sold over half a million tickets as a stand-up.
After selling out stadiums in India, comedian and actor Vir Das is looking to break through in the US with his new Netflix special, Vir Das: Abroad Understanding. He tells us about making the jump from Bollywood to Hollywood and how he hopes his pointed humor can redefine expectations in India and America.