Where We Land cover art

Where We Land

Where We Land

Written by: Val Media LLC
Listen for free

Hosted by sisters Luciana and Claudia, Where We Land is a podcast about immigrant experiences and what it’s like to live between two cultures. Luciana and Claudia share their stories and also sit down with fellow immigrants to ask, how did you get here? From navigating unfamiliar grocery aisles to embracing new customs – and holding on to old ones – every conversation brings out heartfelt stories about what being American means when you don’t take it for granted. Here, you will find warmth, humor, and candid conversations, no matter where you are from. So join us – everyone’s welcome. Want to share your immigration stories or have a question? We'd love to hear from you. Shoot us an email: WhereWeLandPod@gmail.com *Follow WWL on IG: @wherewelandpod *Follow WWL on TikTok: @wherewelandpod *Follow Claudia on IG: @claudiavl82024 Val Media LLC Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Before Sunset: past choices and second chances
    May 31 2026

    In this episode we tackle Richard Linlater’s 2004 film Before Sunset. We talk about how worldly the characters have become, Celine’s immigrant experience in the US, and how this movie questions the meant-to-be ideals of its predecessor.

    As always, we also share our favorite multicultural moments and pieces of culture depicted in the movie. Celine’s courtyard apartment, anyone?


    WATCH on YouTube!


    REACH OUT:

    Send us your questions to: WhereWeLandPod@gmail.com.


    FOLLOW:

    *Follow WWL on IG: @wherewelandpod

    *Follow WWL on TikTok: @wherewelandpod

    *Follow Claudia on IG: @claudiavl8


    Click here for a list of immigration resources / organizations you can support.


    ABOUT THE HOSTS:

    Luciana and Claudia Valdiviezo know what it’s like to move to the U.S. – twice. They were born in Peru and lived there for only a few years until their parents moved the family to the U.S. The sisters kept in touch with their roots, speaking Spanish at home and every Christmas when they visited Peru for the holidays. Then, when they were 12 and 11 respectively, the family moved back to Peru. Growing up both Peruvian and American during those formative years gave Luciana and Claudia a deep understanding of what it means to belong, and not belong, at the same time.


    The sisters eventually moved back to the U.S. Luciana is a marketing professional living in Washington D.C. with her husband and two young children. Claudia is a writer living in New York City.

    Show More Show Less
    44 mins
  • Unexpected entrepreneurship with Laura Giromini
    May 24 2026

    Laura Giromini is an Italian dancer, actress, and content creator. After years of being a working actress in Milan, Laura moved to New York with her husband to try to make it as an indie film actress in the States. What she didn’t expect was that after years of hustle, her hobby (@viverenewyork) would be what turned into quite a profitable enterprise.


    WATCH on YouTube!


    REACH OUT:

    Want to share your immigration stories or have a question? We'd love to hear from you. Shoot us an email: WhereWeLandPod@gmail.com.


    FOLLOW:

    *Follow WWL on IG: @wherewelandpod

    *Follow WWL on TikTok: @wherewelandpod

    *Follow Claudia on IG: @claudiavl8


    Click here for a list of immigration resources / organizations you can support.


    ABOUT THE HOSTS:

    Luciana and Claudia Valdiviezo know what it’s like to move to the U.S. – twice. They were born in Peru and lived there for only a few years until their parents moved the family to the U.S. The sisters kept in touch with their roots, speaking Spanish at home and every Christmas when they visited Peru for the holidays. Then, when they were 12 and 11 respectively, the family moved back to Peru. Growing up both Peruvian and American during those formative years gave Luciana and Claudia a deep understanding of what it means to belong, and not belong, at the same time.


    The sisters eventually moved back to the U.S. Luciana is a marketing professional living in Washington D.C. with her husband and two young children. Claudia is a writer living in New York City.


    Show More Show Less
    49 mins
  • Before Sunrise: romantic cynicism and falling in love abroad
    May 17 2026

    In this episode we tackle Richard Linlater’s 1995 film Before Sunrise. We talk about how Luciana tried to reenact as many scenes as possible in her own life, Claudia has a gripe with Celine carrying a backpack all day, and why the listening booth and the failure to brush away Celine’s hair are the best moments in the movie. And as always, we share our favorite multicultural moments and pieces of culture depicted in the movie.


    WATCH on YouTube!


    REACH OUT:

    Send us your questions to: WhereWeLandPod@gmail.com.


    FOLLOW:

    *Follow WWL on IG: @wherewelandpod

    *Follow WWL on TikTok: @wherewelandpod

    *Follow Claudia on IG: @claudiavl8


    Click here for a list of immigration resources / organizations you can support.


    ABOUT THE HOSTS:

    Luciana and Claudia Valdiviezo know what it’s like to move to the U.S. – twice. They were born in Peru and lived there for only a few years until their parents moved the family to the U.S. The sisters kept in touch with their roots, speaking Spanish at home and every Christmas when they visited Peru for the holidays. Then, when they were 12 and 11 respectively, the family moved back to Peru. Growing up both Peruvian and American during those formative years gave Luciana and Claudia a deep understanding of what it means to belong, and not belong, at the same time.


    The sisters eventually moved back to the U.S. Luciana is a marketing professional living in Washington D.C. with her husband and two young children. Claudia is a writer living in New York City.

    Show More Show Less
    38 mins
adbl_web_anon_alc_button_suppression_t1
No reviews yet