The Hungarian Heritage Podcast

The Letter, The Loss, And The Return: My Family's Immigration Story Part 3

The year was 1956. My family made a decision that would change everything. Hungary was in the middle of a revolution, and for many families, staying was no longer an option.  Welcome to Story Time Part 3. If you didn't get a chance to listen to Parts 1 or 2 of my family's immigration story, you can certainly go back and listen to those episodes before you begin this one.  Listen along to hear the final part of my family's immigration story found in Hungarian Roots and American Dream, as well as, why you, too, should start preserving your family's immigration stories for future generations.  CONNECT with the Podcast Website: www.myhungarianheritage.com Email: Christine@myhungarianheritage.com Instagram: @hungarianheritagepodcast Facebook: Hungarian Heritage Podcast   CONNECT with Hungarian Roots and American Dreams Instagram: @hungarianroots_americandreams Facebook : Hungarian Roots and American Dreams Email : reka.bakos@rootstories.hu Purchase a copy of Hungarian Roots and American Dreams through this email: hungarianrootsamericandreams@rootstories.hu

Refugee Camps and American Assimilation: My Family's Immigration Story Part 2

The year was 1956. My family made a decision that would change everything. Hungary was in the middle of a revolution, and for many families, staying was no longer an option.  Welcome to Story Time Part 2. If you didn't get a chance to listen to Part 1 of my family's immigration story, you can certainly go back and listen to that episode before you begin this one.  CONNECT with the Podcast Website: www.myhungarianheritage.com Email: Christine@myhungarianheritage.com Instagram: @hungarianheritagepodcast Facebook: Hungarian Heritage Podcast   CONNECT with Hungarian Roots and American Dreams Instagram: @hungarianroots_americandreams Facebook : Hungarian Roots and American Dreams Email : reka.bakos@rootstories.hu Purchase a copy of Hungarian Roots and American Dreams through this email: hungarianrootsamericandreams@rootstories.hu

Before the Revolution and Refuge: My Family’s Immigration Story Part 1

The year was 1956. My family made a decision that would change everything. Hungary was in the middle of a revolution, and for many families, staying was no longer an option.   Growing up, I always heard pieces of my family’s story—little moments about leaving Hungary, about refugee camps, about starting over in America. But it wasn’t until later that I realized what they had actually lived through. They left their home with almost nothing… not knowing if they’d ever return, not knowing what would happen next. What started as a fight for freedom quickly turned into a journey of escape, survival, and starting over in a new country.  In a time of political upheaval and fear, my family made the difficult decision to leave everything behind in search of freedom.  This series of episodes is about that journey, what led them to leave, what they experienced along the way, and how it shaped everything that came after. This isn’t just history. This is my family’s story.  This is the story of how it all happened—and why they had no choice but to leave.  Welcome to Story Time – Part 1 CONNECT with the Podcast Website: www.myhungarianheritage.com Email: Christine@myhungarianheritage.com Instagram: @hungarianheritagepodcast Facebook: Hungarian Heritage Podcast   CONNECT with Hungarian Roots and American Dreams Instagram: @hungarianroots_americandreams Facebook : Hungarian Roots and American Dreams Email : reka.bakos@rootstories.hu Purchase a copy of Hungarian Roots and American Dreams through this email: hungarianrootsamericandreams@rootstories.hu

Woven in Wire: Suzanne Ócsai Explores and Owns Her Hungarian Heritage

In this episode of the Hungarian Heritage Podcast, I speak with my talented guest  Suzanne Ócsai, who shares all about her Hungarian heritage and her continued quest to feel connected to her Hungarian community. We talk about her family's Hungarian heritage and her search for a feeling of belonging, and what that means when you are searching for your community. We discuss Suzanne's life-long love for art, how it has inspired her professional career, as well as, the art she creates. We specifically discuss her current wired art collection that is on display at the American Hungarian Foundation in New Brunswick, NJ. If you are interested in seeing Suzanne’s Hungarian wired art collection that is currently on display at the American Hungarian Foundation in New Brunswick, NJ, her collection will be there until June. You can view the collection during one the upcoming events being held at the American Hungarian foundation, or by calling AHF to schedule a visit. If you’re interested in seeing the collection AND meeting Suzanne, then make sure you attend the Hungarian Festival on June 6, 2026.. All of this information will be listed below, along with Suzanne’s website and social media information so you can contact her and give a follow! If you have feedback or questions about this episode or you would like to connect with me at the podcast, you will also find that information below. If you’ve enjoyed this episode and you’re interested in learning more about this Hungarian Heritage community, please do not hesitate to reach out. I would love to hear from you.  Our theme music is Hungarian Dance by Pony Music, used with special license from Envato Market. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thanks again for listening, and until next time, make sure you Stay Hungarian Heritage Strong!  Sziastok CONNECT with Suzanne Ócsai Website: www.suzanneocsai.com Email: info on website Instagram: @suzanneocsai Facebook: Suzanne Ócsai  CONNECT with the Podcast Website: www.myhungarianheritage.com Email: Christine@myhungarianheritage.com Instagram: @hungarianheritagepodcast Facebook: Hungarian Heritage Podcast   Contact the American Hungarian Foundation to view Suzanne’s Collection Website: www.ahfoundation.org Email: info@ahfoundation.org Instagram: @americanhungarianfoundation Facebook: American Hungarian Foundation   Phone: 732-846-5777 Address: 300 Somerset Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08903

A Taste of Hungary with Mayer Syrups and Jams: Featuring Gábor Oszter

Thanks for joining me on this episode of the Hungarian Heritage Podcast with a special thanks to my guest Gábor Oszter from Mayer's Harvest. We discuss the naturally sourced fruits that make up their delicious syrups and jams and how they are still produced by hand presseing. You will find out where you can purchase these items, as well as, the company’s mission to give back to animals, not to mention the generous discount code you will receive when you purchase products directly from their website!  If you are interested in ordering these products or contacting Gabor, I will leave all of that information below.  If you have feedback or questions about this episode or you would like to connect with me at the podcast, you will also find that information below. If you’ve enjoyed this episode and you’re interested in learning more about this Hungarian Heritage community, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I would love to hear from you.   Our theme music is Hungarian Dance by Pony Music, used with special license from Envato Market. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thanks again for listening, and until next time, make sure you Stay Hungarian Heritage Strong!  Sziastok CONNECT with Gabor Ozster and Mayer products Website: www.mayersharvest.com Email: info@mayersharvest.com Instagram: @mayer_northamerica Facebook: Mayer North America   CONNECT with the Podcast Website: www.myhungarianheritage.com Email: Christine@myhungarianheritage.com Instagram: @hungarianheritagepodcast Facebook: Hungarian Heritage Podcast