Regina Spektor reflects on her journey from the Soviet Union to the United States as a child, detailing vivid memories from before and after her family's immigration. She discusses the impact of her parents' artistic and cultural background on her, the mixed emotions of leaving home, and the challenges faced during the immigration process through Vienna and Rome. Spektor expresses a deep connection to New York, gratitude towards the Jewish community that welcomed her family, and pride in her heritage. Throughout, she shares insights into her creative process, the importance of teaching and learning, and the joy she finds in both studio work and live performances.a>