In early 2000, two young Saudis arrive in San Diego. They had never been to America, speak almost no English, and have no idea how to open a bank account or rent a flat.
But one Arabic-speaking neighbour offers help, putting his name on the lease to secure their tenancy.
A BBC News Long Form Audio production.
Host: Jane McMullen
Series producer: Neal Razzell
Additional production: Sally Abrahams, Keiligh Baker, Nik Sindle
Editor: Matt Willis
Music: Thomas Ross-Fitzsimons
Sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Production management: Phoebe Lomas
Radio 4 commissioning executive: Tracy Williams
Radio 4 commissioning editor: Dan Clarke