051 - ICEy bridges in immigration w/ Sarah Balderas pt. 2

In Part 2 of our conversation with immigration attorney Sarah Balderas, we pick up right where we left off — diving deeper into the real-life experiences behind the headlines, ICE, and the emotional toll of navigating a system that often feels impossible.

If you’ve ever wondered why immigration feels so confusing, why families wait years for answers, or why reform hasn’t happened since the 80s — this episode will give you the human context most conversations forget.In this episode, we explore:

• Kicking off with Cocktails w/ Hi-Post Vodka
• Love, relationships, and the emotional weight of immigration
• ICE — what it is, what it isn’t, and what “abolish ICE” actually means
• The role of Congress in meaningful reform
• Presidents, social media, and political “relatability
• Community action, and how to spot ICE
• The U.S. Civics exam… and our questionable knowledge of itSarah doesn’t just practice immigration law. She translates it — with heart, with nuance, and with a deep commitment to the people behind every case.

🎙️ Hosted by Dusty V & Fanny Ochoa on Here’s to You — the DIY podcast where real people share real stories.

✨ If this episode moves you, share it with someone who needs to feel less alone in their immigration journey.