APAJ & ASSOCIATES, IMMIGRATION CONSULTANTS (RET) PODCAST

APAJ & ASSOCIATES, IMMIGRATION CONSULTANTS (RET) PODCAST

By: Andre P.A.Jones Sr. AKA (Apaj)

Language: en-us

Categories: Society, Culture, Arts, Design

We are a startup of retired immigration officials, currently awaiting 501(c)(3) status. Our aim is to connect with current and former USCIS immigration officials to discuss their careers, the factors that influenced their decisions to stay or retire, and any other topics they wish to share. Additionally, we strive to shed light on the often overlooked and forgotten aspects of legal immigration and the journeys of those who navigate it.

Episodes

New episode from _Them versus us
Oct 25, 2025

"You can do this"

This episode sheds light on a mindset that divides Americans into "us" and "them," based on differences in ethnicity, religion, or politics, leading to conflict, discrimination, and division. In a metaphorical sense, "them" refers to those who came to America illegally, while "us" represents those who followed the proper protocols.

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Apaj's Log Episode

Duration: 00:58:12
A new episode from the Final Episode's miniseries on Section 312, October 23, 2025.
Oct 23, 2025

"You can do this"

Based on § 312.1 Literacy Requirements

"(a) General: Except as outlined in paragraph (b), no one can be naturalized as a U.S. citizen unless they can demonstrate an understanding of the English language, including the ability to read, write, and speak words commonly used in English."

"(b) Exceptions: The following individuals are not required to prove their ability to read, write, and speak standard English:"

"(1) Anyone over 50 years old at the time of their naturalization application who has lived in the U.S. for at least 20 years following l...

Duration: 01:12:52
Part 2. Is It Legacy INS or USCIS? Episode I4
Oct 21, 2025

"You can do this"

This episode is part two of a miniseries exploring events related to the legacy INS and USCIS. As former immigration officials, we have observed several new policies that may pose challenges for immigrants seeking U.S. citizenship, making it difficult to navigate recent changes while also preparing mentally for uncertainties.

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Duration: 01:06:51
Is it the Legacy INS or USCIS? You decide.
Oct 19, 2025

"You can do this"

This episode addresses two fundamental topics: the New USCIS Oral Exam and USCIS behavior concerning immigrants. It focuses on those who are seeking legal immigration and have been accepted, as well as those who have already obtained immigration benefits.

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Duration: 01:07:18
ACCREDITATION_Oct_16_25
Oct 16, 2025

"You can do this"

Hello folks, 

This episode focuses on APAJ & Associates and the Office of Legal Access Programs (OLAP) representatives. It highlights how APAJ & Associates, composed of former USCIS officials, are not accredited or certified by the Department of Justice (DOJ) but have earned recognition through extensive experience, skills, and knowledge gained during their tenure as federal employees of USCIS.

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Duration: 00:58:27
APAJ & ASSOCIATES SERVICES_10122025
Oct 12, 2025

"You can do this"

This episode explored various situations in which immigrants might require the services of APAJ & Associates. It addressed real-life concerns and scenarios often marked by confusion, anxiety, and, quite frankly, fear.

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Duration: 00:58:56
You paid your fees to hurry up and wait. Why?
Oct 10, 2025

"You can do this"

This episode discussed how legal immigrants paid their money only to "hurry up and wait." It also explored the differences between illegal or undocumented immigrants and legal immigrants, who are often grouped together— but is that fair? 

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Duration: 01:00:16
What do you want to discuss with legal immigration?_10072025
Oct 07, 2025

"You can do this"

This episode was featured on APAJ's new Written & Audio Log, focusing on how legal immigration has been overlooked. It delved into the tension between terms like "newly arrived" and "newcomers" and examined the various processes legal immigrants face when interacting with USCIS throughout their journey.

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Apaj's Log Episode

Duration: 00:57:50
Scam or Facts Part II 100625
Oct 06, 2025

"You can do this"

This episode is Part II and is based on allegations directed at apajassociates.com. A false claim circulated online accused apajassociates.com of being a major scam. In response to these baseless accusations, APAJ issued a rebuttal on Facebook, a platform used by both parties. On 10/06/25, just a day later, CEO/President Jones of apajassociates reviewed the Scam Detector website and discovered the following information: "Is apajassociates.com legit? With its medium trust score on our chart, we determined it has a low risk. We assessed this score by aggregating 53 powerful factors to...

Duration: 00:52:21
New_episode_Scam_or_Facts__you_decide
Oct 05, 2025

"You can do this"

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Duration: 00:45:34
Do you care, or does it really matter?
Sep 29, 2025

"You can do this"

This show explores the community's perspectives and judgments on the social aspects of immigration, examining how APAJ & Association can assist. With a team of retired immigration officials, they aim to support individuals who have pursued legal immigration but feel excluded from the process.

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Apaj's Log Episode

Duration: 00:38:08
New episode from Do you care or does it matter_ Episode 6 APAJ PODCAST
Sep 26, 2025

"You can do this"

Greeting from APAJ & Associates

It has been some time since my last podcast, and I am excited to share that we are moving forward with our new initiative, "APPSITE." As former immigration officials, we are committed to giving back to the community by utilizing our prior and recent experiences with INS/USCIS as public servants. Feel free to visit us at http://www.apajassociates.com to learn more about who we are and what we do. 

Apaj. 

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Duration: 00:38:08
New episode from APAJ & ASSOCIATES EPISODE 4, OUR SERVICES (-18 LUFS) – Sep 16 2025, 2_49_31 AM
Sep 16, 2025

"You can do this"

This episode discussion covered various topics, including the services offered by APAJ & Associates and how clients might want to try our services before attending an immigration appointment.

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Duration: 00:28:29
Insider's Guide: Immigration Coaching from Former Officials
Sep 16, 2025

"You can do this"

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Duration: 00:28:29
Apaj_Epsiode 3_What we do
Sep 13, 2025

"You can do this"

This is Apaj from APAJ & ASSOCIATES. I wanted to connect with the point of contact, as I believe it highlights a key aspect of what we offer our clients—our past experiences as immigration officials. Please take a moment to listen; perhaps you’ll find topics that spark your interest or address concerns about joining us on your personal immigration journey.


Apaj

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Duration: 00:28:54
Untitled Episode
Sep 09, 2025

"You can do this"

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Apaj's Log Episode

Duration: 00:28:36
Untitled Episode
Sep 08, 2025

Duration: 00:30:01
Building a New Journey
Sep 08, 2025

"You can do this"

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Duration: 00:30:01