Exodus Recommends

From time to time, Exodus staff encounter books, podcasts, documentaries, and other forms of media that help us understand the stories of refugees and the American immigration system. 

Below, you can find a list of some of our favorite media!

 Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here by Jonathan Blitzer.  

This book explores the history of the immigration from Central American countries, giving historical context and humanity to the current crisis at the border.

The Creeping Coup, an episode of the NPR Podcast Throughline. This episode explores how the current conflict in Sudan escalated.

 “The True Story of the American Immigration System,” a series from the podcast Freakonomics.  This podcast series includes interesting facts about refugees, other immigrants, and how they thrive in the United States.

The Truth About Immigration: Why Successful Societies Welcome Immigrants by Zeke Hernandez. This book thoughtfully combines research and personal stories to help readers better understand the economic impact of immigrants on local communities. It also helps dispel misinformation and common myths about our immigrant neighbors. 

“Sudan’s Forgotten War,” an episode of NPR’s Up First Podcast. This episode covers the day-to-day realities of some of the people who are currently facing the world’s largest displacement crisis.