The Song of America
There are too many and so many inspiring stories of immigration to America. Stories of financial success, social success, philanthropic success and ethnic success. Go on this journey with me to peel back some of the interesting families that made a difference in our daily lives just from the pursuit...
Recent Episodes
May 29, 2026
Cultural Identity or Creative Freedom: What Should Armenian Filmmakers Choose?
There has been much ado about Armenian cinema. Recent accolades have sent shock waves in what is left of Hollywood. But Armenians are not anywhere new to Hollywood, the techniques of famed Director Ruben Mamulyan (circa 1930-...
May 29, 2026
From Immigrant Dreams to Racing Legends: The Agajanian Family Story
It is absolutely impossible to speak of the iconic history of American auto racing without speaking about the Agajanian family and the patriarche himself, JC Agajanian. I won't spoil the story by letting in on even a little ...
May 29, 2026
Building a Legacy: Max Nikias on Immigration, Engineering, and Academic Excellence
It is a rare occasion when you sit in the midst of definition of humility. It doesn't happen in this trade. And certainly in Academia, this type of humility is rare. I have been acquainted with Dr. Max Nikias for many years; ...
May 29, 2026
Racecars, Rebels, and Gold: The Agajanian Family’s Incredible Motorsport Saga Part 2
This is Part Two of this incredible history of the Agajanian family and the legacy of JC Agajanian. Evel Knievel may have been able to jump just about anything, but after sitting down with the Agajanian family for this episod...
May 27, 2026
The Song Of America podcast and videocast is launching May 29th!
The Song of America is more than a podcast. It is the story of the American spirit told through the voices of those who lived it. Every family who came to America brought something with them. Some arrived with money, most arr...
April 2, 2026
From Armenia to Prime Video: Winter Song’s Journey Towards Global Screens
The crew behind "Winter Song" could hardly have anticipated just how deeply their project would resonate—not only with Armenians seeking to see themselves anew, but with anyone curious about the mechanics and miracle of makin...
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