Welcome to the Identity Library, a captivating podcast hosted by Veronika Becher, a German student exploring life in the United States. Join me as we unravel the different layers of identity and embark on a quest for authenticity. Each episode delves into how our backgrounds, cultures, and personal journeys sculpt our sense of self. Every month, we journey into a new cultural landscape with our guests, sharing stories and experiences from the tapestry of life. Whether you're forging a path in a foreign land or simply curious about the forces that define us, The Identity Library invites you to write...
Latest episodes
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1 h 01
Chapter 28: How to Actually Learn a Language with Griffin McNesby
Warmer days, longer evenings, and Easter right around the corner, it honestly feels like everything is starting again… and so is this podcast. I’ve missed this space so much, and I…
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1 h 01
Chapter 27: Unapologetically Disabled – The Strength of Self-Love with Indio Skinner
What happens when you stop hiding the parts of yourself the world taught you to soften?In this episode, I sit down with Indio Skinner to talk about what it truly means to live unap…
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1 h 07
Chapter 26: Life in the Jungle - Welcome to India’s Rishi Valley Boarding School with Praneeth Koneru
Ever wondered what it’s like to grow up offline, deep in the jungle, at a tiny Indian boarding school? In this episode, I chat with Praneeth Koneru about his nine-year adventure at…
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1 h 07
Chapter 25: Rethinking Monogamy- Queer Perspectives on Love and Commitment with Ari
Hi everyone, there are conversations that challenge you loudly and then there are the ones that quietly rearrange how you think.This episode belongs to the second kind. Sitting dow…
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1 h 47
Chapter 24: Starting the Conversation- On Approaching Strangers with Abdullah Najjar
A new year, a new semester, and it only felt right to start this season with a familiar voice.In this episode, I’m joined by our old and well-known friend Abdullah Najjar for a con…
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41 min
Chapter 23: Defining the Theme How to Reflect, Reset & Realign in 2026
Hi everyone, The Identity Library is back, and I’m so excited for the semester ahead! This episode is a personal New Year check-in. I share a few honest updates about the podcast,…
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1 h 02
Chapter 22: Beats Between Selves: Feeling Alive Through Music Production with Lexi (aka Allegivnt)
Hey everyone! It’s been a while, hasn’t it? Life has been racing, new semester, new routines, and a whole lot of catching up with myself. But I’m finally back behind the mic, and i…
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27 min
Chapter 21: The Last Page of Season One with New Stories to Come
Season One of The Identity Library has officially come to a close, and what a chapter it has been. From graduating at NC State to being accepted into grad school, this season was f…
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1 h 01
Chapter 20: Women in Engineering- Radiating Beyond the Stereotypes with Cece Harrison
Surprise, we’re still in Season 1, but this one feels different. Call it a summer edition, a bonus chapter, or just a moment that needed to exist before we officially wrap things u…
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1 h 30
Chapter 19: Roots in Transition- On Agriculture, Self-Doubt, and Graduation with Tommy Godwin
After weeks of writing, presenting, and overthinking every single page of my thesis, I’m finally back. This semester was a whirlwind, and somehow, I actually graduated. In this epi…
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1 h 18
Chapter 18: Living as John Smith – The Power of Names, Part 2 with Abdullah Najjar
Ever wondered what it’s like to live as a "John Smith"? Well, Abdullah Najjar can tell you—because he did just that! In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating (and sometim…
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59 min
Chapter 17: Words That Taste Like Home – Poetry, Film, and Creative Pursuits with Mingduo
Picture this: You’re sitting around a warm kitchen table in China, where the rich aroma of fresh dumplings fills the air, and your grandmother's hands, weathered with years of trad…
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1 h 14
Chapter 16: Lumbee Culture & the Medicine Wheel – A Native American Perspective on Balance with Gavin Bell
In this episode, I sit down with Gavin Bell, assistant director at NC State’s Multicultural Student Affairs Center and a member of the Lumbee Tribe, to explore Native American iden…
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1 h 14
Chapter 15: From Pixels to Fabric- Merging Graphic Design and Wearable Art with Alyx Hucks
Ever wondered what happens when graphic design meets fashion? In this episode, I sit down with Alyx Hucks, a designer who’s blending the digital world with the tactile magic of wea…
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Chapter 14: Lessons, Memories & Milestones- Reflecting on 2024 with Abdullah Najjar
It’s hard to believe we’re already stepping into 2025! In this episode, I sit down with Abdullah Najjar to reflect on our past year—2024—and all the things that made it unforgettab…
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1 h 18
Chapter 13: Semester Recap- Living Abroad in Spain with Loridana Foksha
Welcome to the first episode of the semester! I hope you all had a great start to 2025 and are ready for another season of conversations on identity, culture, and life abroad.To ki…
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1 h 06
Chapter 12: Christmas Tales and Festive Customs with Lucas Ciscato
As the holiday season sparkles to life and the clock inches closer to a new year, this episode is a warm toast to traditions, laughter, and the magic of festive customs. I’m joined…
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1 h 09
Chapter 11: In the Enchanted Wetlands with Josie Houchard
What happens when you venture deep into the Everglades, armed with nothing but curiosity, a love for nature, and a resilient spirit? For Josie Houchard, it marked the start of an a…
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1 h 03
Chapter 10: La Dolce Vita - Italian Culture and Modeling in China with Lucas Ciscato
Welcome to Chapter 10 of Identity Library– an episode where we immerse ourselves in the warmth, flavors, and timeless traditions of Italian culture through the eyes of Lucas Ciscat…
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56 min
Chapter 9: From Alignment to Self-Love with Kian Alberto (Part 2)
What does it mean to truly align with yourself? In this transformative episode, Kian Alberto returns to explore the deep connections between self-love, alignment, and the pursuit o…