The Immigration Conversation | Presented by Fragomen

The road to World Cup 2026 officially begins with the group stage draw and Partner Rick Lamanna, Senior Manager Sergio Flores and Associate Jake Paul Minster are breaking it all down.In this episode, the hosts react to the newly revealed groups for the USA, Canada and Mexico, unpacking what the draw means for each host nation as they prepare to welcome the world to North America. From favorable paths to potential pitfalls, the conversation dives into early storylines that could define the tournament.The trio also debates the ultimate Group of Death versus the Group of Life, highlighting which teams face the toughest roads and which may have caught a break.To wrap it up, each host picks the group stage match they’re most excited to watch, setting the tone for what promises to be a historic World Cup across North America.Whether you’re following the soccer, the stories or the global mobility behind the game, Draw Day Drama is where World Cup 2026 truly kicks off.

In this episode of the Immigration Conversation podcast, Partner Cosmina Morariu and Manager Ayana Ibrahimi explore how immigration, compliance and mobility considerations are influencing healthcare staffing across Canada. They discuss the growing demand for international healthcare professionals, the policy frameworks that enable global recruitment and the practical challenges employers face when navigating complex immigration pathways.Drawing on their experience supporting healthcare organizations, Cosmina and Ayana outline strategies to attract, mobilize and retain global talent while maintaining compliance in a shifting labour-market environment. Their conversation highlights the critical role that well-designed immigration processes play in strengthening Canada’s healthcare workforce and supporting long-term system resilience.

In this episode, Partner Rick Lamanna (Toronto, Canada) and Associate Jake Paul Minster (Boston, United States) are joined by special guest, Partner and Sub-Saharan Africa Lead Lunga Mani (Johannesburg, South Africa), to explore Africa’s road to the 2026 World Cup, diving into: The CAF qualifying format and what South Africa’s return to the World Cup means for the continent.How federations and clubs are navigating player and staff movement across Africa.The rise of e-visas, regional travel reforms and the African Union’s Free Movement of Persons Protocol.What clubs and teams can learn when touring or expanding operations in African markets. From visa-free corridors in East Africa to policy innovations powering regional mobility, this episode focuses on the intersection of football and migration across a rapidly changing continent.

 In this episode of the Immigration Conversation podcast, Senior Manager Corrine Tan and Assistant Business Immigration Manager Joycelyn Ang discuss the security clearance process that forms part of the work permit process in Bangladesh. Corrine and Joycelyn explain what the security clearance process involves, why it matters, and what companies need to do to prepare for it. 

In this episode, Fragomen FC hosts Partner Rick Lamanna (Toronto, Canada), Senior Manager Sergio Flores (Mexico City, Mexico) and Associate Jake Paul Minster (Boston, United States) recap major transfers and tournaments played this summer, including:- CONCACAF Gold Cup- UEFA European Women's Championship- FIFA Club World CupThis podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of global football and immigration policy.