Episode 002 Finding Yourself Among Cultures — A Conversation with KateDuration: ~35 minWelcome to Multi-Cultural Stories — a podcast where we explore identity, transformation, and belonging through cross-cultural experiences.In this very first English-language episode, I’m honored to sit down with Kate, one of the very first people I met after arriving at Stanford. Her encouragement and belief in this idea gave me the push I needed to launch this podcast.Kate was born in Belarus, speaks multiple languages, and has lived and worked in three different countries. Her story is a powerful one — from navigating identity across cultures to making bold career transitions, and ultimately finding her passion in helping others do the same.Today, Kate serves as the program coordinator at Stanford’s Bechtel International Center, where she supports international scholars and their families — including me. She’s also the founder of Career Pathway Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping immigrants and international professionals find their place in the U.S. job market.In our conversation, we begin with the idea of “home”, and follow the thread through her personal and professional journey — the confusion, the courage, and the clarity that comes from embracing change.If you’re navigating the uncertainty of starting a new career in a new country, this episode will resonate deeply and offer both insight and encouragement.Let’s dive in.

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