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A Sunday in the Park

2024/12/29
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Ayesha Roscoe
37年后被宣告无罪的本杰明·斯宾塞，揭示了美国司法系统中的严重错误定罪问题。
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Ayesha Roscoe: 弗拉辛草甸公园作为节目主持人的个人感受，以及她对公园作为社区聚集地和多元文化象征的理解。她还分享了她与邻居Venetta女士之间建立的深厚友谊，以及Venetta女士的家如何成为她生活中重要的安全空间和社区归属感来源。她详细描述了Venetta女士家里的温馨氛围以及她对邻居的帮助，并表达了即使即将搬家，仍希望保持与Venetta女士的联系。 Jasmine Garst和Xavier Lopez: 两位记者在弗拉辛草甸公园度过的一天，他们观察到公园里不同年龄、种族和文化背景的人们和谐相处，以及公园作为社区活动中心的作用。他们还采访了两位厄瓜多尔裔冰激凌小贩，讲述了他们移民美国的经历，以及他们在面对经济压力和文化差异时的挑战和努力。 Luis: 一位来自厄瓜多尔的移民，他讲述了自己为了来到美国而付出的高昂代价，以及他在美国面临的债务和非法工作的困境。他分享了自己如何克服内向的性格，勇敢地开始街边售卖冰激凌的故事，以及他为了家人和未来而努力奋斗的精神。 Jasmine Garst: 在美墨边境经历的事件让她意识到公园对她来说是一个重要的安全空间，也让她反思自己的报道应该关注移民生活的方方面面，而不仅仅是负面事件。她希望自己的报道能够展现移民生活的全貌，包括他们日常生活中美好和积极的一面。

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Why is Flushing Meadows Park significant to the immigrant community in Queens?

Flushing Meadows Park is a microcosm of immigrant life in Queens, where nearly half of the population consists of immigrants from over 120 countries. It serves as a gathering place for immigrants to relax, recharge, and connect with their community, reflecting the diversity and cultural richness of Queens.

What challenges did Luis face as an immigrant from Ecuador?

Luis faced significant challenges, including cartel violence in Ecuador, which forced him to flee. He paid $20,000 to a coyote to guide him through Central America and Mexico to the U.S. border. Upon arrival, he was in debt and unable to work legally, leading him to take on construction and street vending jobs to repay the debt.

How does Flushing Meadows Park reflect the diversity of Queens?

Flushing Meadows Park is a hub for diverse communities, including Latinos, Asians, and a growing Ecuadorian population. People of all ages gather there for activities like barbecues, picnics, and festivals, showcasing the cultural and ethnic diversity of Queens.

What role does Miss Venetta play in the narrator's neighborhood?

Miss Venetta is the heartbeat of the narrator's neighborhood, serving as a trusted friend and neighbor. Her home is a safe space for the narrator and her children, offering support, snacks, and a sense of community. She embodies the close-knit relationships that make the neighborhood feel like home.

Why did Jasmine Garsd find Flushing Meadows Park to be a safe space?

After a difficult reporting trip to the U.S.-Mexico border, Jasmine found solace in Flushing Meadows Park. It became a place of emotional release and reflection, reminding her of the resilience and hope of immigrants who, despite their struggles, will one day experience moments of peace and joy in places like the park.

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The diversity of Queens, with nearly half its population being immigrants from over 120 countries, is highlighted as a key factor contributing to its exceptional food scene, particularly in Flushing Meadows Park. The park itself is described as a reflection of this diversity, with various communities gathering there.
  • Queens' diverse immigrant population (nearly half from over 120 countries) influences its food scene.
  • Flushing Meadows Park reflects this diversity, showcasing various cultures and communities.

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In our last episode of 2024, we go for a walk.Earlier this year, NPR's immigration reporter Jasmine Garsd and Code Switch producer Xavier Lopez spent a day in one of their favorite places in the world: Flushing Meadows Park in Queens, New York.It's a place they share with one of the most diverse communities in the world, a place where immigrants from around the globe gather to relax, recharge, and reconnect.Today on The Sunday Story, you'll hear an excerpt of an episode from NPR's Code Switch podcast. You can listen to the full episode here).And finally, we have a question for you. What's a place that you visit regularly–a place that lifts you up? We'd love to hear you tell us about it. You can send us a 2-3 minute voice memo at [email protected]). Bonus points if you include sounds from the space you're in.Make sure to tell us your name and where you're speaking to us from, and we might share it in an episode in 2025.Thanks for spending your Sundays with us this year.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)