Podcasts about cultural exchange

Host Mikey Muhanna interviews emerging artists, Khaled Makshoush, Youssef El Idrissi and Aya Abu Ghazaleh, who share their experiences and artistic practices, covering their backgrounds, inspirations, and the challenges of being a young artist. Recorded live from Riyadh at Diriyah Art Futures, the episode delves into cultural exchanges, technological influences on modern art, and the evolving definitions of digital art in contemporary practice. Key themes include the emotional and cultural impacts of art, the role of social media and AI, and insights into individual journeys and broader artistic trends in the MENA region. 00:00 Introduction01:31 Meet the Artists03:48 Why Apply to the Program?04:54 Daily Life in the Program06:07 Exploring New Mediums and Styles09:16 The Concept of Emerging Artists15:16 Influences and Inspirations19:27 The Role of Social Media for Artists22:54 Cultural Exchange and Learning26:35 Frustrations and Misunderstandings27:50 Working with a Team28:31 Tools and Skills for Emerging Artists30:26 Facing Rejection and Maintaining Confidence32:39 Defining Art in the Digital Age36:01 AI's Impact on the Art World39:39 Exploring Art Futures40:52 Questions Artists Wish to Avoid43:02 Current Projects and Research49:04 Where to Find Them Online A visual artist and art therapist, Aya Abu Ghazaleh's work encompasses interactive installations and mixed media, exploring nature, memory, archives, sustainability, and digital tools, to harness art as a tool for resistance and healing. She has participated in residencies, exhibited internationally, and worked on numerous art programmes and workshops.Connect with Aya Abu Ghazaleh

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Bridging Cultures: A Journey of Friendship and Understanding Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-06-12-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De ochtendlucht was fris en helder boven Arnhem Land.En: The morning air was cool and clear above Arnhem Land.Nl: De school stond in het midden van een uitgestrekte vlakte, omgeven door rode aarde en struikgewas.En: The school stood in the middle of a vast plain, surrounded by red earth and shrubbery.Nl: Buiten klonk het geluid van lachende kinderen die zich verzamelden voor de dagelijkse ceremonie.En: Outside, the sound of laughing children gathered for the daily ceremony could be heard.Nl: Bram stond aan de rand van de groep, nieuw in de omgeving, maar vol enthousiasme.En: Bram stood on the edge of the group, new to the area, but full of enthusiasm.Nl: Hij keek om zich heen, vastbesloten om alles in zich op te nemen.En: He looked around, determined to take everything in.Nl: De geur van eucalyptus hing in de lucht.En: The scent of eucalyptus hung in the air.Nl: Het was de eerste dag van het uitwisselingsprogramma, en de spanning hing in de lucht.En: It was the first day of the exchange program, and excitement was in the air.Nl: Lotte, een trotse studente met inheemse wortels, bekeek Bram met een kritische blik.En: Lotte, a proud student with indigenous roots, observed Bram with a critical eye.Nl: Ze had eerder buitenlandse studenten gezien die hun cultuur niet begrepen of waardeerden.En: She had seen foreign students before who did not understand or appreciate their culture.Nl: Voorzichtig liep ze naar hem toe.En: Cautiously, she walked towards him.Nl: "Hoi, ik ben Lotte," zei ze met een open gezicht, maar met een beschermende toon.En: "Hi, I'm Lotte," she said with an open face, but with a protective tone.Nl: Bram glimlachte breed.En: Bram smiled broadly.Nl: "Hoi, ik ben Bram.En: "Hi, I'm Bram.Nl: Ik kom uit Nederland.En: I'm from Nederland.Nl: Ik hoop veel te leren," zei hij, zijn woorden zorgvuldig kiezend.En: I hope to learn a lot," he said, carefully choosing his words.Nl: Gedurende de volgende weken deed Bram zijn best om te observeren en te begrijpen.En: Over the following weeks, Bram did his best to observe and understand.Nl: Hij nam deel aan de rookceremonie en leerde over de verhalen van de Droomtijd.En: He participated in the smoking ceremony and learned about the stories of the Dreamtime.Nl: Hij proefde lokaal voedsel en luisterde aandachtig naar de ouderen die vertelden over het land.En: He tasted local food and listened attentively to the elders who talked about the land.Nl: Hoewel het beginnen moeilijk was, hield hij vol en toonde hij zijn respect en nieuwsgierigheid.En: Although starting out was difficult, he persevered and demonstrated his respect and curiosity.Nl: Lotte keek toe, verbaasd over Bram's oprechte betrokkenheid.En: Lotte watched, surprised by Bram's genuine involvement.Nl: Langzaam begon ze haar eigen verhalen en kennis te delen.En: Slowly, she began to share her own stories and knowledge.Nl: Samen bezochten ze heilige plaatsen, waar Lotte uitlegde waarom ze belangrijk waren voor haar volk.En: Together, they visited sacred places where Lotte explained why they were important to her people.Nl: Bram, altijd oplettend en respectvol, stelde vragen die aantoonden dat hij echt wilde begrijpen.En: Bram, always attentive and respectful, asked questions that showed he truly wanted to understand.Nl: Het hoogtepunt kwam tijdens een speciale schoolpresentatie.En: The highlight came during a special school presentation.Nl: Alle studenten moesten een aspect van de inheemse cultuur presenteren.En: All students had to present an aspect of the indigenous culture.Nl: Bram stond op met een kort maar betekenisvol verhaal over wat hij had geleerd.En: Bram stood up with a short but meaningful story about what he had learned.Nl: Hij sprak over de verbondenheid met het land, de symboliek van de kunst en de kracht van de verhalen.En: He spoke about the connection to the land, the symbolism of the art, and the power of the stories.Nl: Terwijl hij sprak, werd duidelijk dat hij niet zomaar een bezoeker was, maar iemand die wilde begrijpen en verbinden.En: As he spoke, it became clear that he was not just a visitor but someone who wanted to understand and connect.Nl: Na de presentatie kwam Lotte naar Bram toe.En: After the presentation, Lotte came up to Bram.Nl: Ze glimlachte, haar ogen twinkelden.En: She smiled, her eyes twinkled.Nl: "Je hebt het goed gedaan.En: "You did well.Nl: Ik ben blij dat je hier bent," zei ze.En: I'm glad you're here," she said.Nl: Het was een erkenning van zijn inspanningen en een opening naar vriendschap.En: It was an acknowledgment of his efforts and an opening to friendship.Nl: Vanaf dat moment groeide hun band.En: From that moment, their bond grew.Nl: Bram leerde meer en dieper over de cultuur, terwijl Lotte waardeerde dat haar erfgoed met respect werd gedeeld.En: Bram learned more and deeper about the culture, while Lotte appreciated that her heritage was shared with respect.Nl: Samen ontdekten ze dat culturele uitwisseling niet alleen gaat over verschillen overbruggen, maar ook over het vinden van gemeenschappelijke grond.En: Together, they discovered that cultural exchange is not only about bridging differences but also about finding common ground.Nl: Onder de warme zon van de Australische winter eindigde hun verhaal met wederzijds begrip en vernieuwde vriendschap.En: Under the warm sun of the Australian winter, their story ended with mutual understanding and renewed friendship.Nl: Lotte en Bram hadden elkaar verrijkt, en met hun nieuwe band keken ze naar de toekomst, vol mogelijkheden en wederzijds leren.En: Lotte and Bram enriched each other, and with their new bond, they looked to the future, full of possibilities and mutual learning. Vocabulary Words:shrubbery: struikgewaseucalyptus: eucalyptusentusiasm: enthousiasmeexchange program: uitwisselingsprogrammaindigenous: inheemscritical: kritischcautiously: voorzichtigsmoking ceremony: rookceremonieDreamtime: Droomtijdattentively: aandachtigpersevered: volhoudeninvolvement: betrokkenheidgenuine: oprechtsacred: heiligsymbolism: symboliekheritage: erfgoedmutual: wederzijdsbond: bandaspect: aspectacknowledgment: erkenningcuriosity: nieuwsgierigheidobserved: bekekendetermine: vastbeslotenceremony: ceremonieplain: vlakteattentive: oplettendprotective: beschermendconnected: verbondenheidforeigner: buitenlandseinspired: inspirerend

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Trading Traditions: A Journey Beyond Souvenirs Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-06-12-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Nel cuore della foresta amazzonica, un piccolo mercato prende vita sotto il sole d'inverno.En: In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, a small market comes to life under the winter sun.It: Le bancarelle colorate sembrano fluttuare in un mare di verde intenso.En: The colorful stalls seem to float in a sea of deep green.It: L'aria è satura del profumo dolce della frutta esotica e del suono del vendere e comprare, il commercio animato di una comunità indigena.En: The air is saturated with the sweet scent of exotic fruits and the sound of buying and selling, the lively trade of an indigenous community.It: Alessandro, un viaggiatore curioso e rispettoso, si aggira tra le bancarelle con occhi pieni di meraviglia.En: Alessandro, a curious and respectful traveler, wanders among the stalls with eyes full of wonder.It: Gli oggetti artigianali lo incantano, testimoni silenziosi di una cultura antica.En: The handcrafted objects enchant him, silent witnesses of an ancient culture.It: Vuole un cesto intrecciato, uno in particolare che ha catturato la sua attenzione.En: He wants a woven basket, one in particular that has caught his attention.It: È bellissimo, con intricati disegni che sembrano raccontare storie di tempi lontani.En: It is beautiful, with intricate designs that seem to tell stories of long-ago times.It: Ma Alessandro è consapevole di una barriera: la lingua.En: But Alessandro is aware of a barrier: the language.It: Non parla fluentemente il dialetto locale.En: He does not speak the local dialect fluently.It: La sua amica Giulia, fortunatamente, conosce qualche parola ed è pronta ad aiutarlo.En: His friend Giulia, fortunately, knows a few words and is ready to help him.It: Insieme si avvicinano a Marco, un gentile venditore locale.En: Together they approach Marco, a kind local vendor.It: Marco osserva Alessandro con curiosità.En: Marco observes Alessandro with curiosity.It: Capisce il suo desiderio, ma vuole rispettare la tradizione.En: He understands his desire but wants to respect tradition.It: Lo scambio dev'essere giusto.En: The exchange must be fair.It: Alessandro fruga nel suo zaino, estraendo un oggetto prezioso: una bussola antica, eredità di famiglia.En: Alessandro rummages through his backpack, extracting a precious item: an antique compass, a family heirloom.It: Gli occhi di Marco brillano di interesse mentre ascolta, attraverso le parole di Giulia, la storia dietro quell'articolo.En: Marco's eyes shine with interest as he listens, through Giulia's words, to the story behind that item.It: Alessandro offre la bussola a Marco come segno di scambio.En: Alessandro offers the compass to Marco as a token of exchange.It: Marco esita un attimo, valutando l'autenticità e il significato di quel gesto.En: Marco hesitates for a moment, assessing the authenticity and meaning of this gesture.It: Poi, con un sorriso di comprensione, accetta l'offerta.En: Then, with an understanding smile, he accepts the offer.It: Non solo per l'oggetto stesso, ma per la volontà di Alessandro di creare un legame culturale sincero.En: Not just for the item itself, but for Alessandro's willingness to create a sincere cultural connection.It: Il mercato continua a vivere attorno a loro, ma per Alessandro, il momento è speciale.En: The market continues to live around them, but for Alessandro, the moment is special.It: Ha ottenuto il cesto e, ancor più importante, ha costruito una connessione autentica.En: He has obtained the basket and, more importantly, has built an authentic connection.It: Ha imparato che il vero scambio va oltre gli oggetti: è un incontro di storie, di culture, di mondi diversi.En: He has learned that true exchange goes beyond objects: it is a meeting of stories, of cultures, of different worlds.It: Con il cesto tra le mani, Alessandro sente una nuova gratitudine per questi incontri.En: With the basket in his hands, Alessandro feels a new gratitude for these encounters.It: È più di un souvenir.En: It is more than a souvenir.It: È una lezione di umiltà e rispetto, valori che porterà con sé nei suoi viaggi futuri.En: It is a lesson in humility and respect, values he will carry with him in his future travels.It: Il viaggio di Alessandro nella foresta amazzonica non è stato solo un'esplorazione dei luoghi, ma un profondo viaggio nel cuore umano.En: Alessandro's journey in the Amazon rainforest was not just an exploration of places, but a deep journey into the human heart. Vocabulary Words:the rainforest: la forestathe stall: la bancarellathe scent: il profumothe dialect: il dialettothe vendor: il venditorethe heirloom: l'ereditàthe connection: il legamethe exchange: lo scambiothe gesture: il gestothe tradition: la tradizionethe exploration: l'esplorazionethe gratitude: la gratitudinethe curiosity: la curiositàthe compass: la bussolathe wonder: la meravigliathe basket: il cestothe object: l'oggettothe barrier: la barrierathe sweetness: la dolcezzathe vendor: il venditorethe humility: l'umiltàthe indigenous community: la comunità indigenathe handcrafted objects: gli oggetti artigianalithe intricate designs: gli intricati disegnithe meaning: il significatothe fluency: la fluiditàthe respect: il rispettothe cultural connection: il legame culturalethe sincerity: la sinceritàthe amazement: lo stupore

Send us a textThe Silk Road isn't just a unit from middle school history, it's more than a trade route, also. This geographical location is quite possibly the first intersection of Eastern and Western cultures and was instigated by what else? The desire to make money and acquire exotic goods. The Silk Road, besides being a geographical bridge, changed mysticism, lore, legends, and history forever. I remember learning the basic facts in school and spitting them back out for exams, never thinking deeply on the importance of this span of history. In fact, it was only recently that I considered this swath of land and its impact, even to the present. But first? Some facts. What to Read/Watch/Listen to NEXT!The East/West Dichotomy, WikipediaChina's Trade Route That Changed The World, Learn Chinese Now, YouTubeUNESCO has an interactive Silk Road mapThe Silk Roads, smarthistory, The Center for Public Art HistoryDid you know? The medical knowledge exchange due to the Silk Road, UNESCOHogwarts Is Here, online hogwarts lessons, and one on the Silk Road!Marco Polo series on NetflixHave you tried the GoodPods app yet? It's free and a fun way to share podcasts with friends and family! Curious Cat Podcast is there, and is sitting pretty in the Top 5 of Angels and other categories! Be one of the first to share and recommend podcasts to your friends. Curious Cat Crew on Socials:Curious Cat on Twitter (X)Curious Cat on InstagramCurious Cat on TikTokArt Director, Nora, has a handmade, ethically-sourced jewelry company!

The Krewe is kicking off a 2-part series on Japanese soccer! In Part 1, journalist Dan Orlowitz joins the Krewe to break down Japan's domestic soccer scene — the J.League. From league structure and top teams to standout players making waves right now, this episode is your perfect deep dive into the beautiful game, Japan-style. Whether you're new to Japanese soccer or a longtime fan, you'll come away with fresh insights and maybe even a new favorite club! Don't miss Part 2, where we go global with Japan's national teams and international impact!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Sports-Related Episodes ------Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16)The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10)Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8)------ About Langston Hill ------Dan's Socials & Writings------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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Ever wondered what it's like to study Japanese in Japan? This week, the Krewe sits down with Langston Hill — administrator at a Tokyo-based language school and Japanese language content creator — to dive into opportunities to learn in Japan via dedicated Japanese language schools. We explore the benefits of language schools, how they compare to traditional academic settings, and Langston's journey as a creator (plus his own textbook series!). Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned learner, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and a few laughs along the way.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Language Learning Episodes ------Japanese Self-Study Strategies ft. Walden Perry (S5E4)Learn the Kansai Dialect ft. Tyson of Nihongo Hongo (S4E14)Heisig Method ft. Dr. James Heisig (S4E5)Prepping for the JLPT ft. Loretta of KemushiCan (S3E16)Language Through Video Games ft. Matt of Game Gengo (S3E4)Pitch Accent (Part 2) ft. Dogen (S2E15)Pitch Accent (Part 1) ft. Dogen (S2E14)Language through Literature ft. Daniel Morales (S2E8)Immersion Learning ft. MattvsJapan (S1E10)Japanese Language Journeys ft. Saeko-Sensei (S1E4)------ About Langston Hill ------Langston aka @TheJapaneseGuy101 on IGThe Japanese Language Manual (2 Book Series - Kindle)The Japanese Language Manual Vol 1 (Paperback)------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

In this episode of "Crafting a Meaningful Life," host Mary Crafts welcomes her friend and humanitarian leader, Heidi Totten, to discuss the empowering journey of crafting one's life purpose. This insightful conversation covers Heidi's transformative experiences in Kenya and how she has devoted herself to uplifting communities through 100 Humanitarians. Set against the compelling backdrop of personal purpose versus external missions, Heidi shares her belief that purpose comes from within, using Kenya as a vehicle to enrich her own and others' lives. Delve into the nuances of finding and living one's purpose as Heidi narrates her remarkable journey from corporate life to becoming a changemaker in Africa. The episode explores the intertwined themes of self-identity, empowerment, and the profound difference that purposeful endeavors can make. With engaging stories about innovative projects like garden towers and water systems, Heidi illustrates how small acts of service in Kenya resonate with larger global impacts. Mary and Heidi's conversation highlights how each individual's purpose is to be their best self, offering a compelling narrative that prompts listeners to reflect on their path to a meaningful life.   About the Guest: Heidi Totten is a visionary leader and the founder of 100 Humanitarians, an organization dedicated to fostering self-reliance and economic development in Kenya. With a background that spans corporate careers and entrepreneurial adventures, Heidi is a consummate manifestor and advocate for global change. Having taken over 28 trips to Kenya, she has instigated profound transformations within communities by implementing innovative solutions like garden towers to support sustainable agriculture. Her work focuses on empowering women and families to grow their own food and create economic opportunities, leaving a lasting impact on many lives. Key Takeaways: Finding Purpose: Discover how internal growth and being your best self is the true path to finding and fulfilling your purpose. Impact of Small Actions: Learn how small innovations, like garden towers, can catalyze significant economic and sustainable change in communities. Cultural Exchange and Empowerment: Understand the importance of empowering women in Kenya to create local economies and make transformative choices for future generations. Being Present: Embrace the power of living in the moment and making intentional choices without succumbing to societal pressures or comparisons. Building a Legacy: Find insight into how even small, impactful changes can create a legacy of transformation and hope.   Resources: 100 Humanitarians Website: Visit the 100 Humanitarians website Heidi Totten's Social Media: Follow Heidi Totten on her Facebook page.  Visit Mary Crafts Website: Marycraftsinc.com

The Krewe gets an exclusive inside look at Expo 2025 Osaka with Sachiko Yoshimura, the Director General of Public Relations & Promotion! We dive into the massive planning behind the event, Japan's rich history with World Expos, what to expect at the event, best times to travel, & of course... the story behind the viral mascot, Myaku-Myaku! A must-listen for potential Expo-goers!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Travel Episodes ------Checking Out Miyagi ft. Ryotaro Sakurai (Guest Host, William Woods) (S5E5)Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough (S4E19)Travel Hiroshima ft. Joy Jarman-Walsh (S4E4)Travel Aomori ft. Kay Allen & Megan DeVille (S3E17)Hungry For Travel ft. Shinichi of TabiEats (S3E15)Henro SZN: Shikoku & the 88 Temple Pilgrimage ft. Todd Wassel (S3E12)Border Closures Couldn't Stop These Visas! ft. Rob Dyer & Allan Richarz (S3E11)Natsu Matsuri Mania: Summer Festivals in Japan (S3E3)Off the Beaten Path: Kansai ft. Rob Dyer [Part 2] (S2E12)Off the Beaten Path: Kansai ft. Rob Dyer [Part 1] (S2E11)Japan Travel Destination: Hokkaido ft. Kay Allen (S2E7)Japanese Theme Parks ft. Chris Nilghe of TDR Explorer (S2E4)Navigating Nippon: Where to Go in Japan? ft. Kay Allen of JNTO (S1E11)Matsue & New Orleans: Sister Cities ft. Dr. Samantha Perez (S1E2)------ About Expo 2025 ------Expo 2025 WebsiteExpo 2025 on IG------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

Season 6 kicks off with laughter, tradition, and international flair! The Krewe sits down with Katsura Sunshine, a Canadian-born rakugo performer bringing Japan's 400-year-old comedic storytelling art to audiences around the world. In this episode, we explore what makes rakugo so unique, how Sunshine became one of the few non-Japanese rakugo-ka, and how this traditional form of entertainment is finding new life on the global stage. Plus, hear about the possibility of a rakugo event in New Orleans this fall!Whether you're a longtime fan of Japanese culture or just curious about this captivating performance style, this episode is the perfect way to kick off Season 6 of the Krewe of Japan Podcast!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Traditional / Historical Japan Episodes ------The Castles of Japan ft. William de Lange (S5E19)Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E17)Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16)The Thunderous Sounds of Taiko ft. Takumi Kato (加藤 拓三), World Champion Taiko Drummer (S5E13)Yakuza: Past, Present, Future ft. Jake Adelstein, Author of Tokyo Vice (S5E12)The Real World of Geisha ft. Peter Macintosh (S5E7)Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby Brown (S5E6)Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16)The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10)The Intricate Culture of Kimono ft. Rin of Mainichi Kimono (S4E7)Shamisen: Musical Sounds of Traditional Japan ft. Norm Nakamura of Tokyo Lens (S4E1)Henro SZN: Shikoku & the 88 Temple Pilgrimage ft. Todd Wassel (S3E12)Natsu Matsuri Mania: Summer Festivals in Japan (S3E3)Exploring Enka ft. Jerome White Jr aka ジェロ / Jero (S3E1)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 2] (S2E18)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 1] (S2E17)Yokai: The Hauntings of Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda & Matt Alt (S2E5)The Age of Lady Samurai ft. Tomoko Kitagawa (S1E12)Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8)------ About Katsura Sunshine ------Katsura Sunshine on IGRakugo.lol------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

Lesley tells of an exchange of cultures that wasn't quite what was expected. If you want to learn how to tell your BEST story - follow the links on the website! www.hongkongstories.com Everyone has a story to tell.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Lost in Translation: Adventures on the Amalfi Coast Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-05-10-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Solen stod högt på den italienska himlen.En: The sun stood high in the italienska sky.Sv: Astrid och Lars strosade längsmed Amalfi-kustens vackra klippor.En: Astrid and Lars strolled along the beautiful cliffs of the Amalfi-coast.Sv: Astrid, en äventyrlig svensk turist, hade med sig sin ryggsäck precis som alltid.En: Astrid, an adventurous Swedish tourist, had her backpack with her, as always.Sv: Lars, hennes avslappnade vän, följde med för att hålla henne ur trubbel.En: Lars, her laid-back friend, tagged along to keep her out of trouble.Sv: De kom till en liten, charmig hamn.En: They arrived at a small, charming harbor.Sv: Fiskebåtar vaggade lätt i vågorna.En: Fishing boats gently rocked in the waves.Sv: En glad fiskare vinkade till dem.En: A cheerful fisherman waved to them.Sv: Astrid stannade, fascinerad av hans färgglada nät.En: Astrid stopped, fascinated by his colorful nets.Sv: Hon satte ner sin ryggsäck bredvid hans.En: She set her backpack down next to his.Sv: Efter ett litet samtal med Lars tänkte de gå vidare.En: After a brief conversation with Lars, they thought about continuing on their way.Sv: Astrid sträckte sig efter sin ryggsäck, men den var borta.En: Astrid reached for her backpack, but it was gone.Sv: I hennes plats låg en annan, full med fiskeredskap och gamla tidningar.En: In its place lay another, full of fishing gear and old newspapers.Sv: "Åh nej!"En: "Oh no!"Sv: utbrast Astrid.En: exclaimed Astrid.Sv: "Vi har blandat ihop våra väskor!"En: "We've mixed up our bags!"Sv: Lars försökte lugna henne.En: Lars tried to calm her.Sv: "Ta det lugnt, Astrid.En: "Take it easy, Astrid.Sv: Vi ordnar det här."En: We'll sort this out."Sv: Fiskaren märkte förvirringen och log roat.En: The fisherman noticed the confusion and smiled amusedly.Sv: Men han talade bara italienska.En: But he only spoke italienska.Sv: Astrid och Lars gjorde några tafatta försök på engelska, men språkbarriären var för stor.En: Astrid and Lars made a few awkward attempts in English, but the language barrier was too big.Sv: Lars fick en idé.En: Lars got an idea.Sv: "Rita något," föreslog han.En: "Draw something," he suggested.Sv: Astrid tog fram ett papper från Lars' ficka och började skissa.En: Astrid pulled out a piece of paper from Lars' pocket and began to sketch.Sv: Hon ritade en enkel bild av en fisk.En: She drew a simple picture of a fish.Sv: Fiskaren kikade över hennes axel, och hans ansikte sken upp i ett stort leende.En: The fisherman peeked over her shoulder, and his face lit up with a big smile.Sv: Han skrattade och nickade.En: He laughed and nodded.Sv: Med ett stort tecken med handen bytte de tillbaka ryggsäckarna.En: With a grand gesture of his hand, they exchanged backpacks back.Sv: Astrid kände en våg av lättnad.En: Astrid felt a wave of relief.Sv: Hon kramade sin väska hårt.En: She hugged her bag tightly.Sv: "Tack så mycket," sa hon försiktigt och nickade vänligt till fiskaren.En: "Thank you so much," she said cautiously and nodded kindly to the fisherman.Sv: De tre satte sig på en bänk och delade en gelato som tack.En: The three sat on a bench and shared a gelato as a thank you.Sv: Fiskaren bjöd på historier om hans dagliga liv till melodin av vågorna.En: The fisherman shared stories of his daily life to the melody of the waves.Sv: Astrid förstod inte orden men kände vänskapen och glädjen i luften.En: Astrid didn't understand the words but felt the friendship and joy in the air.Sv: När de gick vidare längsmed stranden, kände Astrid sig annorlunda.En: As they walked further along the beach, Astrid felt different.Sv: Hon kände sig mer självsäker och mer avslappnad.En: She felt more confident and more relaxed.Sv: "Nästa gång," sa hon till Lars med ett leende, "bryr jag mig inte om att inga ord behövs.En: "Next time," she said to Lars with a smile, "I won't mind that no words are needed.Sv: Det viktigaste är leenden och lite kreativitet."En: The most important thing is smiles and a bit of creativity."Sv: Lars skrattade.En: Lars laughed.Sv: "Jag tror vi klarar oss bra i vilken hamn som helst nu."En: "I think we can handle any harbor now."Sv: Och så fortsatte deras äventyr längs den glittrande Amalfi-kusten, omfamnande allt som resan hade att erbjuda.En: And so their adventure continued along the sparkling Amalfi-coast, embracing all that the journey had to offer. Vocabulary Words:strolled: strosadeadventurous: äventyrliglaid-back: avslappnadecharming: charmigrocked: vaggadefascinated: fascineradconversation: samtalexclaimed: utbrastcalm: lugnaconfusion: förvirringenamusedly: roatlanguage barrier: språkbarriärenawkward: tafattasketch: skissapeeked: kikadegesture: teckenrelief: lättnadhugged: kramadetightly: hårtcautiously: försiktigtmelody: melodinconfident: självsäkerembracing: omfamnandesparkling: glittrandejourney: resancontinued: fortsattewaves: vågornafishing gear: fiskeredskapbackpack: ryggsäcksmile: leende

LET THEM COOK! Over the last 5 months, the Krewe has been hard at work cooking up a massive Season 6 line-up. While the main course will begin being served on May 16, how about an appetizer? Just like the carb-loaded instant yakisoba, this preview is CHOU CHOU CHOU Gigamax packed with sneak peeks at what's to come in Season 6. Some snippets include:- Laughing & learning about the world of Rakugo with master storyteller Katsura Sunshine- Prepping for Expo 2025 with Sachiko Yoshimura, Director General of Public Relations & Promotion for Expo 2025- Studying Japanese via language schools with Nihongo enthusiast Langston Hill- Bridging New Orleans & Japan through music with Jazz Trombonist Haruka Kikuchi- Kicking off 2 episodes on Japan's soccer footprint domestically & worldwide with journalist Dan Orlowitz- Exploring vegan cuisine in Japan with Leonore Steffan of ItadakiHealthy- Diving into social media's role in establishing perceptions of Japan - Revisiting Matsue with Sister City Exchange participants Katherine Heller & Wade Trosclair- Brewing up some craft beer with Chris Madere of Baird Brewing & Chris Poel of Shiokaze BrewLab- Restoring some abandoned homes with Akiya enthusiast & YouTuber Anton Wormann of Anton in JapanThis is only HALF of what's to come this season... the 2nd half is top secret! So stay tuned for our season 6 premiere on May 16, 2025 and stick around for the rest of the season to find out what else we have in store on Season 6 of Krewe of Japan Podcast!!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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Fluent Fiction - Korean: Blossoms and Unity: How Seoul's Festival Triumphed Over Rain Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-05-03-22-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 서울의 봄에는 특별한 느낌이 있다.En: There's a special feel to spring in Seoul.Ko: 남산타워는 활짝 핀 벚꽃으로 둘러싸여 있고, 곳곳에 다양한 색깔의 깃발과 축제 부스가 늘어서 있다.En: Namsan Tower is surrounded by fully bloomed cherry blossoms, and colorful flags and festival booths line the streets.Ko: 이번 주말에는 다문화 축제가 열린다.En: This weekend, a multicultural festival is being held.Ko: 수진은 축제 기획자이다.En: Sujin is the festival planner.Ko: 오늘은 부처님 오신 날을 기념하는 날이기도 하다.En: Today is also the day commemorating Buddha's Birthday.Ko: 수진은 어릴 때부터 다양한 문화를 좋아했다.En: Sujin has liked diverse cultures since she was young.Ko: 그래서 이번 축제를 통해 다양한 사람들이 서로의 문화를 즐기는 모습을 보고 싶었다.En: Therefore, through this festival, she wanted to see various people enjoying each other's cultures.Ko: 그런데 갑자기 일기 예보에서 비가 올 수도 있다는 소식이 나왔다.En: However, suddenly there was news in the weather forecast that it might rain.Ko: 게다가 주요 공연자가 개인 사정으로 출연 못하게 됐다.En: On top of that, a main performer had to cancel due to personal reasons.Ko: 수진은 당황했다.En: Sujin was flustered.Ko: 하지만 그녀는 포기하지 않았다.En: But she didn't give up.Ko: 빠르게 지역 커뮤니티 그룹과 연락해 도움을 요청했다.En: She quickly contacted local community groups for help.Ko: 그들은 기꺼이 수진을 도왔다.En: They willingly assisted Sujin.Ko: 스케줄도 다시 조정했다.En: The schedule was also rearranged.Ko: 이제 남은 건 하늘이 도와주는 일 뿐이다.En: Now, all that's left is for nature to lend a hand.Ko: 축제 날, 하늘은 회색 구름으로 뒤덮였다.En: On the day of the festival, the sky was covered with gray clouds.Ko: 수진은 긴장이 됐다.En: Sujin felt nervous.Ko: 하지만 점점 많은 사람이 모여들기 시작했다.En: But gradually, more and more people started gathering.Ko: 지원은 백스테이지에서 무대가 잘 준비되도록 도왔다.En: Ji-won helped ensure that the stage was well-prepared from backstage.Ko: 민호는 자신의 작품을 전시하며 사람들의 반응을 즐겼다.En: Minho displayed his artworks and enjoyed people's reactions.Ko: 곧 비가 멈추고 하늘이 맑아졌다.En: Soon, the rain stopped and the sky cleared up.Ko: 축제는 활기차게 시작됐다.En: The festival began energetically.Ko: 사람들은 여러 나라의 음악과 춤을 즐겼고, 다양한 음식도 맛보았다.En: People enjoyed music and dance from various countries and tasted diverse foods.Ko: 다양한 문화의 아름다움이 남산타워 주변에 가득했다.En: The beauty of diverse cultures filled the area around Namsan Tower.Ko: 축제가 끝난 후, 수진은 미소 지었다.En: After the festival ended, Sujin smiled.Ko: 예상 밖의 상황에서도 함께 도와준 사람들이 있어 다행이었다.En: She was grateful for the people who helped in unexpected situations.Ko: 수진은 이제 어떤 상황에서도 더 큰 자신감을 갖고 축제를 준비할 수 있다는 것을 깨달았다.En: Sujin realized that she could prepare for festivals with greater confidence in any situation now.Ko: 그녀는 진정한 문화의 힘과 공동체의 가치를 느낄 수 있었다.En: She could truly feel the power of culture and the value of community. Vocabulary Words:blooms: 활짝 핀multicultural: 다문화commemorate: 기념하다forecast: 일기 예보performer: 공연자flustered: 당황했다rearranged: 다시 조정했다nervous: 긴장이 됐다backstage: 백스테이지artworks: 작품energetically: 활기차게grateful: 고맙다unexpected: 예상 밖의confidence: 자신감community: 공동체special: 특별한flags: 깃발festival: 축제booths: 부스realized: 깨달았다power: 힘value: 가치surrounded: 둘러싸여planner: 기획자diverse: 다양한cancel: 출연 못하다contacted: 연락했다assisted: 도왔다gathering: 모여들기displayed: 전시하며

In this episode of the Fussy Cutters Club podcast, host Ange Wilson engages in a delightful conversation with Helene, a Norwegian quilter. They explore the nuances of quilting culture in Norway, the influence of the stunning Norwegian landscape on fabric choices, and the personal journey of Helene from a hobbyist to a professional quilter. The discussion highlights the importance of storytelling in quilting, the sense of community among quilters, and the shared experiences that connect people across different cultures. Helene shares her insights on how her background in graphic design has shaped her approach to quilting and pattern making, emphasizing the joy and peace that quilting brings to her life. 

In the very first episode of The Great British Mickey Waffle Junior, Josh and Morg take over the mic—and they've brought along their fellow Disney Cultural Exchange Program cast member and friend, Niah!

In this episode of Getting to Aha!, host Darshan Mehta speaks with Stephanie Rogers, Senior Account Manager at Fame and seasoned digital nomad, about the realities of working remotely while traveling the world. Stephanie shares how she transitioned to a location-independent lifestyle following the pandemic, offering candid insights on maintaining relationships, embracing uncertainty, and balancing work with exploration. From debunking myths to sharing practical tips, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about the digital nomad lifestyle.

Learn how volunteering, internships, and cultural exchanges abroad can transform your life & positively impact the world. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show's Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel gear I'm using, my favorite destinations, discounts for special events, etc.). Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram ____________________________________ Yazan Badarny joins Matt from Haifa and starts off by talking about his experience growing up in the Palestinian city of Arraba.  He describes the racism and second class citizenship experienced by Palestinians with Israeli citizenship, and explains how travel and living abroad empowered him to confidently embrace his Palestinian identity and speak up about the Palestinian struggle around the world.  Yazan takes us on his transformative journey doing an internship in South Africa, taking one of the world's highest bungee jumps, and developing the idea for his company Home Awe.  Yazan explains his passion for empowering other Palestinians to travel the world, both so that they can have personal growth experiences by connecting with the world and so that they can educate the world about Palestine.  He talks about his travels from Tanzania to Switzerland, shares life lessons from learning to ski in the Alps, and explains the importance of ‘starting with why'.  Yazan talks about the volunteer and internship opportunities that Home Awe offers around the world today, from Brazil to Sri Lanka, and how he grew his Instagram following to over 400,000.  Finally, he reflects on the impact Home Awe has had on its participants, and on what travel means to him today. FULL SHOW NOTES WITH DIRECT LINKS TO EVERYTHING DISCUSSED ARE AVAILABLE HERE. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show's Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel gear I'm using, my favorite destinations, discounts for special events, etc.). Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram ____________________________________

When the Safavid dynasty, founded in 1501, built a state that championed Iranian identity and Twelver Shi'ism, it prompted the more established Ottoman Empire to align itself definitively with Sunni legalism. The political, religious, and military conflicts that arose have since been widely studied, but little attention has been paid to their diplomatic relationship. In Gifts in the Age of Empire: Ottoman-Safavid Cultural Exchange, 1500–1639 (University of Chicago Press, 2023), Dr. Sinem Arcak Casale sets out to explore these two major Muslim empires through a surprising lens: gifts. Countless treasures—such as intricate carpets, gilded silver cups, and ivory-tusk knives—flowed from the Safavid to the Ottoman Empire throughout the sixteenth century. While only a handful now survive, records of these gifts exist in court chronicles, treasury records, poems, epistolary documents, ambassadorial reports, and travel narratives. Tracing this elaborate archive, Dr. Casale treats gifts as representative of the complicated Ottoman-Safavid coexistence, demonstrating how their rivalry was shaped as much by culture and aesthetics as it was by religious or military conflict. Gifts in the Age of Empire explores how gifts were no mere accessories to diplomacy but functioned as a mechanism of competitive interaction between these early modern Muslim courts. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's episodes on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies

As anyone will know who has so much has flicked through the pages of the Quran, the Islamic scripture contain many discussions of the Virgin Mary and Jesus. Yet Muslim tradition also venerates many Christian saints. The model was set by the Quran itself, in the chapter al-Kahf (‘The Cave'), which alludes to the Christian story of the Seven Sleepers of Ephesus as a moral lesson for Muslims. Over the following centuries, Muslim authors recounted the lives of various other Christian saints, ranging from such famous figures as the hermit St Anthony and the martyr St George to the less familiar likes of John of Edessa and Paul of Qentos. Writing in Arabic, Muslim authors highlighted the ‘excellent qualities,' or fada'il, of these Christians who had such steadfast faith in God. Underlying this collective veneration was a shared scriptural universe, in which the Quran referred to stories from the Bible, and a shared sacred landscape, in which Muslims venerated the shrines of Biblical prophets and Christian saints. Nile Green talks to Reyhan Durmaz, author of Stories between Christianity and Islam: Saints, Memory, and Cultural Exchange in Late Antiquity and Beyond (University of California Press, 2022). 

When the Safavid dynasty, founded in 1501, built a state that championed Iranian identity and Twelver Shi'ism, it prompted the more established Ottoman Empire to align itself definitively with Sunni legalism. The political, religious, and military conflicts that arose have since been widely studied, but little attention has been paid to their diplomatic relationship. In Gifts in the Age of Empire: Ottoman-Safavid Cultural Exchange, 1500–1639 (University of Chicago Press, 2023), Dr. Sinem Arcak Casale sets out to explore these two major Muslim empires through a surprising lens: gifts. Countless treasures—such as intricate carpets, gilded silver cups, and ivory-tusk knives—flowed from the Safavid to the Ottoman Empire throughout the sixteenth century. While only a handful now survive, records of these gifts exist in court chronicles, treasury records, poems, epistolary documents, ambassadorial reports, and travel narratives. Tracing this elaborate archive, Dr. Casale treats gifts as representative of the complicated Ottoman-Safavid coexistence, demonstrating how their rivalry was shaped as much by culture and aesthetics as it was by religious or military conflict. Gifts in the Age of Empire explores how gifts were no mere accessories to diplomacy but functioned as a mechanism of competitive interaction between these early modern Muslim courts. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's episodes on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/art

When the Safavid dynasty, founded in 1501, built a state that championed Iranian identity and Twelver Shi'ism, it prompted the more established Ottoman Empire to align itself definitively with Sunni legalism. The political, religious, and military conflicts that arose have since been widely studied, but little attention has been paid to their diplomatic relationship. In Gifts in the Age of Empire: Ottoman-Safavid Cultural Exchange, 1500–1639 (University of Chicago Press, 2023), Dr. Sinem Arcak Casale sets out to explore these two major Muslim empires through a surprising lens: gifts. Countless treasures—such as intricate carpets, gilded silver cups, and ivory-tusk knives—flowed from the Safavid to the Ottoman Empire throughout the sixteenth century. While only a handful now survive, records of these gifts exist in court chronicles, treasury records, poems, epistolary documents, ambassadorial reports, and travel narratives. Tracing this elaborate archive, Dr. Casale treats gifts as representative of the complicated Ottoman-Safavid coexistence, demonstrating how their rivalry was shaped as much by culture and aesthetics as it was by religious or military conflict. Gifts in the Age of Empire explores how gifts were no mere accessories to diplomacy but functioned as a mechanism of competitive interaction between these early modern Muslim courts. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's episodes on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In today's episode, Holly Nichols shares how World Link empowers students worldwide through a unique exchange program that prioritizes leadership and cultural exchange over financial ability. Unlike traditional programs, students earn their opportunity to participate, fostering resilience, ambition, and global connections. Holly discusses the impact of this life-changing experience on both students and host communities. To find out more about this incredible program, visit worldlinkinc.org.Want to be a guest on Life Stories Podcast? Send Shara Goswick a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1718977880777072342a16683

When the Safavid dynasty, founded in 1501, built a state that championed Iranian identity and Twelver Shi'ism, it prompted the more established Ottoman Empire to align itself definitively with Sunni legalism. The political, religious, and military conflicts that arose have since been widely studied, but little attention has been paid to their diplomatic relationship. In Gifts in the Age of Empire: Ottoman-Safavid Cultural Exchange, 1500–1639 (University of Chicago Press, 2023), Dr. Sinem Arcak Casale sets out to explore these two major Muslim empires through a surprising lens: gifts. Countless treasures—such as intricate carpets, gilded silver cups, and ivory-tusk knives—flowed from the Safavid to the Ottoman Empire throughout the sixteenth century. While only a handful now survive, records of these gifts exist in court chronicles, treasury records, poems, epistolary documents, ambassadorial reports, and travel narratives. Tracing this elaborate archive, Dr. Casale treats gifts as representative of the complicated Ottoman-Safavid coexistence, demonstrating how their rivalry was shaped as much by culture and aesthetics as it was by religious or military conflict. Gifts in the Age of Empire explores how gifts were no mere accessories to diplomacy but functioned as a mechanism of competitive interaction between these early modern Muslim courts. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's episodes on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/islamic-studies

When the Safavid dynasty, founded in 1501, built a state that championed Iranian identity and Twelver Shi'ism, it prompted the more established Ottoman Empire to align itself definitively with Sunni legalism. The political, religious, and military conflicts that arose have since been widely studied, but little attention has been paid to their diplomatic relationship. In Gifts in the Age of Empire: Ottoman-Safavid Cultural Exchange, 1500–1639 (University of Chicago Press, 2023), Dr. Sinem Arcak Casale sets out to explore these two major Muslim empires through a surprising lens: gifts. Countless treasures—such as intricate carpets, gilded silver cups, and ivory-tusk knives—flowed from the Safavid to the Ottoman Empire throughout the sixteenth century. While only a handful now survive, records of these gifts exist in court chronicles, treasury records, poems, epistolary documents, ambassadorial reports, and travel narratives. Tracing this elaborate archive, Dr. Casale treats gifts as representative of the complicated Ottoman-Safavid coexistence, demonstrating how their rivalry was shaped as much by culture and aesthetics as it was by religious or military conflict. Gifts in the Age of Empire explores how gifts were no mere accessories to diplomacy but functioned as a mechanism of competitive interaction between these early modern Muslim courts. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's episodes on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the Safavid dynasty, founded in 1501, built a state that championed Iranian identity and Twelver Shi'ism, it prompted the more established Ottoman Empire to align itself definitively with Sunni legalism. The political, religious, and military conflicts that arose have since been widely studied, but little attention has been paid to their diplomatic relationship. In Gifts in the Age of Empire: Ottoman-Safavid Cultural Exchange, 1500–1639 (University of Chicago Press, 2023), Dr. Sinem Arcak Casale sets out to explore these two major Muslim empires through a surprising lens: gifts. Countless treasures—such as intricate carpets, gilded silver cups, and ivory-tusk knives—flowed from the Safavid to the Ottoman Empire throughout the sixteenth century. While only a handful now survive, records of these gifts exist in court chronicles, treasury records, poems, epistolary documents, ambassadorial reports, and travel narratives. Tracing this elaborate archive, Dr. Casale treats gifts as representative of the complicated Ottoman-Safavid coexistence, demonstrating how their rivalry was shaped as much by culture and aesthetics as it was by religious or military conflict. Gifts in the Age of Empire explores how gifts were no mere accessories to diplomacy but functioned as a mechanism of competitive interaction between these early modern Muslim courts. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's episodes on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: From Tulips to Cherry Blossoms: A Dance Across Cultures Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-03-27-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In een klein dorp in Hokkaido, Japan, bloeiden de kersenbloesems in de lentezon.En: In a small village in Hokkaido, Japan, the cherry blossoms bloomed in the spring sun.Nl: Het Ainu-dorp was gevuld met traditionele houten huizen, en de mensen bereidden zich voor op een speciale dansvoorstelling.En: The Ainu village was filled with traditional wooden houses, and the people were preparing for a special dance performance.Nl: Casper, een gepassioneerde Nederlandse cultuurenthousiast, was speciaal naar Japan gereisd om meer te leren over de inheemse Ainu-tradities.En: Casper, a passionate Dutch culture enthusiast, had traveled to Japan specifically to learn more about the indigenous Ainu traditions.Nl: Casper liep over het pad dat bedekt was met roze blaadjes.En: Casper walked along the path that was covered with pink petals.Nl: Hij was vol verwachting en een beetje nerveus.En: He was full of anticipation and a bit nervous.Nl: Hij wilde graag deelnemen aan de traditionele Ainu-dans, maar hij kende de stappen en taal nog niet zo goed.En: He wanted to participate in the traditional Ainu dance, but he did not yet know the steps and language very well.Nl: Zijn hart klopte sneller bij het idee dat hij misschien niet kon bijhouden.En: His heart beat faster at the thought that he might not be able to keep up.Nl: Anouk, een ervaren danser, stond elegant in haar kleurrijke kleding bij de oefenplaats.En: Anouk, an experienced dancer, stood elegantly in her colorful clothing at the practice area.Nl: Zij had deze dans al vaak uitgevoerd en haar bewegingen waren sierlijk en precies.En: She had performed this dance many times, and her movements were graceful and precise.Nl: Casper besloot om haar zorgvuldig te observeren.En: Casper decided to observe her carefully.Nl: Hij bleef dichtbij, probeerde haar bewegingen te volgen met zijn ogen.En: He stayed close, trying to follow her movements with his eyes.Nl: Daarnaast zocht Casper hulp bij Sven, een lokale inwoner die een beetje Nederlands sprak.En: Additionally, Casper sought help from Sven, a local resident who spoke a bit of Dutch.Nl: Sven hielp Casper door de danspassen uit te leggen en vertaalde geduldig de instructies van de dansleider.En: Sven helped Casper by explaining the dance steps and patiently translated the dance leader's instructions.Nl: De grote dag van de voorstelling was aangebroken.En: The big day of the performance had arrived.Nl: Het dorpsplein was gevuld met mensen.En: The village square was filled with people.Nl: Iedereen had een plek gevonden om de dansers te zien.En: Everyone had found a place to watch the dancers.Nl: Casper stond in de rij naast Anouk.En: Casper stood in line next to Anouk.Nl: De muziek begon en hij bewoog mee, zich concentrerend op elke stap.En: The music began, and he moved along, concentrating on every step.Nl: Alles ging goed totdat hij plotseling een stap vergat.En: Everything was going well until he suddenly forgot a step.Nl: In een oogwenk improviseerde Casper een vloeiende beweging.En: In an instant, Casper improvised a fluid movement.Nl: Het leek wel alsof het een nieuw onderdeel was van de dans.En: It seemed as if it was a new part of the dance.Nl: De muziek vulde de lucht samen met het geluid van aanmoedigende kreten van het publiek.En: The music filled the air along with the sound of encouraging cheers from the audience.Nl: Casper voelde zijn zenuwen wegvallen en een glimlach verscheen op zijn gezicht.En: Casper felt his nerves fade away, and a smile appeared on his face.Nl: Na de voorstelling bedankten de dorpelingen Casper voor zijn oprechte poging en betrokkenheid.En: After the performance, the villagers thanked Casper for his sincere effort and involvement.Nl: Ze gaven hem een klein, ambachtelijk geschenk, als teken van hun waardering en erkenning.En: They gave him a small, handcrafted gift as a token of their appreciation and recognition.Nl: Het was een houtsnijwerk van een beer, het symbool van kracht en moed in hun cultuur.En: It was a wood carving of a bear, the symbol of strength and courage in their culture.Nl: Casper voelde zich trots en gelukkig.En: Casper felt proud and happy.Nl: Hij had niet alleen een nieuwe cultuur ervaren, maar had ook geleerd hoe belangrijk het is om flexibel te zijn.En: He had not only experienced a new culture but also learned how important it is to be flexible.Nl: Zijn verlangen om zich met andere culturen te verbinden was sterker dan ooit.En: His desire to connect with other cultures was stronger than ever.Nl: De warme ervaring in het Ainu-dorp zou hij nooit vergeten.En: The warm experience in the Ainu village was something he would never forget.Nl: Het landschap van Hokkaido, de geur van kersenbloesems en de klanken van de Ainu-muziek bleven in zijn hart.En: The landscape of Hokkaido, the scent of cherry blossoms, and the sounds of Ainu music remained in his heart. Vocabulary Words:village: dorpcherry blossoms: kersenbloesemsindigenous: inheemseanticipation: verwachtingnervous: nerveusparticipate: deelnemenelegantly: elegantgraceful: sierlijkprecise: preciesobserve: observerenfluid: vloeiendencouraging cheers: aanmoedigende kretensincere: oprechteinvolvement: betrokkenheidhandcrafted: ambachtelijktoken: tekenappreciation: waarderingrecognition: erkenningwood carving: houtsnijwerksymbol: symboolstrength: krachtcourage: moedflexible: flexibeldesire: verlangenconnect: verbindenexperience: ervaringlandscape: landschapscent: geursounds: klankenremained: bleven

Join Angela Sealana as she explores the connections between Islam and Catholicism with Dr. Gabriel Said Reynolds, a professor of Islamic studies. Discover insights on fostering understanding and respect between our faith communities in this enlightening conversation. In this episode, you will learn: What is every Catholic's theological relationship with Muslims? Where did Islam come from? What are the basic tenants of the Islamic faith? What else is helpful for Catholics to understand about Islam today? Continue Your Journey: Helpful resources to take your journey to the next level. Jewel for the Journey: “It is a good thing to come to understand each other by learning to accept differences, by overcoming prejudices in mutual respect, and by working together for reconciliation and service to the lowliest.” - Pope St. John Paul II, Address to Muslims of Belgium (May 19, 1985) Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope, click here to get started.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Discovering Love and Tradition at Jokkmokk's Winter Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-03-27-22-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: I Jokkmokk, där snön täcker marken som en vit filt även när våren knackar på, står den årliga vintermarknaden i full blom.En: In Jokkmokk, where the snow covers the ground like a white blanket even when spring comes knocking, the annual winter market is in full bloom.Sv: Tält i alla färger, traditionella samiska dräkter och doften av renkött som grillas fyller luften.En: Tents in all colors, traditional Sami costumes, and the scent of reindeer meat grilling fill the air.Sv: Här möttes Astrid och Elof, bland de livliga marknadsstånd där traditionella samiska hantverk visades upp.En: Here, Astrid and Elof met, among the lively market stalls where traditional Sami crafts were displayed.Sv: Astrid, en ung kvinna med smak för äventyr, är nyfiken.En: Astrid, a young woman with a taste for adventure, is curious.Sv: Hon har kommit hela vägen från Stockholm för att lära sig mer om den samiska kulturen.En: She has come all the way from Stockholm to learn more about the Sami culture.Sv: Vandrandes mellan stånden fastnar hon vid ett bord fyllt med vackra träskulpturer och silversmide.En: Wandering between the stalls, she stops at a table filled with beautiful wood sculptures and silverwork.Sv: Där står Elof, en man i trettioårsåldern, vars händer vittnar om skickligheten bakom hantverket.En: There stands Elof, a man in his thirties, whose hands testify to the skill behind the craft.Sv: Hans leende är vänligt, och hans röst är varm när han hälsar henne välkommen.En: His smile is friendly, and his voice is warm as he welcomes her.Sv: "Elof heter jag," säger han.En: "My name is Elof," he says.Sv: Astrid ler tillbaka och presenterar sig själv.En: Astrid smiles back and introduces herself.Sv: De pratar om hans konst, om skogarna och renarna.En: They talk about his art, about the forests and the reindeer.Sv: Elof bjuder in Astrid att komma till deras påskfirande, vilket fångar hennes intresse mer.En: Elof invites Astrid to come to their Easter celebration, which piques her interest even more.Sv: Sofia, Astrids vän, är med på resan men mer skeptisk.En: Sofia, Astrid's friend, is on the trip too but is more skeptical.Sv: "Kan du verkligen hitta något här uppe?"En: "Can you really find anything up here?"Sv: frågar hon småleende.En: she asks with a slight smile.Sv: Astrid är osäker, men något med Elof lockar henne.En: Astrid is unsure, but something about Elof attracts her.Sv: Hon känner sig hemma här, bland kulturen och människorna.En: She feels at home here, among the culture and the people.Sv: Marknaden slutar, men Astrid bestämmer sig för att stanna.En: The market ends, but Astrid decides to stay.Sv: Hon längtar efter att se mer av detta liv, och Elof erbjuder sig att visa henne runt.En: She longs to see more of this life, and Elof offers to show her around.Sv: De går på snöiga stigar, han berättar om renarna som betar fritt och om traditionerna som hålls levande i hans samhälle.En: They walk snowy paths, and he tells her about the reindeer that graze freely and about the traditions that are kept alive in his community.Sv: Steg för steg växer deras vänskap.En: Step by step, their friendship grows.Sv: På påsken deltar Astrid i ett stort firande.En: During Easter, Astrid participates in a large celebration.Sv: Eldar brinner och musiken spelas högt.En: Fires burn, and music plays loudly.Sv: Hon ser hur människor samsas och skrattar, och en känsla av tillhörighet växer inom henne.En: She sees people gather and laugh, and a sense of belonging grows within her.Sv: Elof ler vid hennes sida, hans blick varm.En: Elof smiles by her side, his gaze warm.Sv: Här, i detta nya, hittar hon något djupt och meningsfullt.En: Here, in this new place, she finds something deep and meaningful.Sv: Efter påsken, när snön börjar smälta, måste Astrid fatta ett beslut.En: After Easter, when the snow begins to melt, Astrid must make a decision.Sv: Hon vill inte säga adjö.En: She does not want to say goodbye.Sv: Istället bestämmer hon sig för att försöka göra distansen mellan Stockholm och Jokkmokk mindre.En: Instead, she decides to try to make the distance between Stockholm and Jokkmokk smaller.Sv: Hon och Elof ska träffas oftare, utforska detta nya band som visade sig så starkt.En: She and Elof plan to meet more often, to explore this new bond that has proved to be so strong.Sv: Sofia, nu också övertygad om kraften i tillhörighet, lovar att stödja henne.En: Sofia, now also convinced of the power of belonging, promises to support her.Sv: Astrid har hittat en ny del av sig själv här.En: Astrid has found a new part of herself here.Sv: Hon förstår nu värdet av att vida sina vyer, och Elof har lärt sig öppna sitt liv för någon utanför hans värld.En: She now understands the value of broadening her horizons, and Elof has learned to open his life to someone outside his world.Sv: Tillsammans börjar de ett nytt kapitel, där kulturer möts och nya traditioner skapas.En: Together, they begin a new chapter, where cultures meet and new traditions are created. Vocabulary Words:blanket: filtannual: årligabloom: blomreindeer: renargrilling: grillascurious: nyfikensculptures: träskulpturersilverwork: silversmidetestify: vittnarskill: skicklighetenadventure: äventyrcelebration: firandeskeptical: skeptiskpromise: lovarbelonging: tillhörighethorizons: vyerbroaden: vidainvites: bjudergaze: blickfarewell: adjöparticipates: deltarcommunity: samhälleconvince: övertygadpath: stigartraditions: traditionernaexplore: utforskaengulf: fångarwarm: varmfreely: frittchapter: kapitel

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Dancing Through Cultures: Miji's Journey at Inti Raymi Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-03-27-22-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 산책길에 가을 바람이 부드럽게 불고 있었다.En: On the walking path, the autumn breeze was blowing gently.Ko: 미지와 태양, 수정을 태운 버스는 페루의 고대 도시 쿠스코로 들어갔다.En: The bus carrying Miji, Taeyang, and Sujeong entered Peru's ancient city of Cusco.Ko: 이곳은 인티 라이미 축제로 활기가 넘쳤다.En: The place was buzzing with the Inti Raymi festival.Ko: 다양한 색의 깃발과 화려한 옷을 입은 사람들이 거리 곳곳에 있었다.En: People dressed in clothes of various colors and wearing colorful flags were everywhere on the streets.Ko: 미지는 전통 있는 인티 라이미 축제를 제대로 경험하고 싶었다.En: Miji wanted to fully experience the traditional Inti Raymi festival.Ko: 하지만 언어 장벽이 그녀를 곤란하게 만들었다.En: However, the language barrier gave her trouble.Ko: 미지는 종종 현지인과의 의사소통에 불편함을 느꼈다.En: Miji often felt uncomfortable communicating with the locals.Ko: 그러던 중, 미지는 마을 주민인 후안을 만나게 되었다.En: Then, Miji met a local resident named Juan.Ko: 후안은 친절하게도 그녀에게 몸짓과 간단한 단어로 축제의 이야기를 설명해 주었다.En: Juan, kindly using gestures and simple words, explained the story of the festival to her.Ko: "오늘 밤, 중요한 의식이 있어요," 후안이 말했다.En: "Tonight, there's an important ceremony," Juan said.Ko: 미지는 호기심으로 가득 찼다.En: Miji was filled with curiosity.Ko: 그녀는 마을 사람들이 모여 드럼과 음악에 맞춰 춤추기 시작하는 것을 보았다.En: She watched as the villagers gathered and started to dance to the drums and music.Ko: 미지는 어딘가 미숙했지만, 후안과 눈을 맞추고 그들과 함께 춤을 추기 시작했다.En: Although somewhat awkward, Miji made eye contact with Juan and began to dance with them.Ko: 페루의 가을은 마법 같은 밤이었다.En: The autumn in Peru was a magical night.Ko: 미지는 무거운 마음에서 벗어나 현지인들과 연결되는 것을 느꼈다.En: Miji felt herself letting go of her heavy heart and connecting with the locals.Ko: 그녀는 그들과 함께 웃고 춤추며 인티 라이미의 의미를 조금씩 이해했다.En: She laughed and danced with them, gradually understanding the meaning of Inti Raymi.Ko: 의식 중, 미지는 중요한 순간에 초대받았다.En: During the ceremony, Miji was invited to an important moment.Ko: 그녀는 잠시 고민했다.En: She hesitated for a moment.Ko: 그러나 미지는 현지 문화를 더 깊이 이해하고 싶었다.En: Yet, she wanted to understand the local culture more deeply.Ko: 그래서 의식에 참여하기로 결정했다.En: So she decided to participate in the ceremony.Ko: 후안이 그녀를 이끌어 주며, 차가운 밤 공기 속에서 축제의 환희를 함께 나누었다.En: Juan guided her, sharing the joy of the festival in the chilly night air.Ko: 다음 날 아침, 미지는 좀 더 넓어진 시야로 쿠스코를 새롭게 바라보았다.En: The next morning, Miji looked at Cusco with a broader perspective.Ko: 그녀는 후안과 작별 인사를 하며 감사의 말을 전했다.En: She said farewell to Juan, expressing her gratitude.Ko: "고마워요, 많은 것을 배웠어요." 미지는 말했다.En: "Thank you, I learned a lot," Miji said.Ko: 미지에게 이 경험은 단순한 여행을 넘어선 것이었다.En: For Miji, this experience went beyond a simple journey.Ko: 그녀는 다른 문화를 더 존중하고 이해하는 마음을 얻게 되었다.En: She gained a heart that respected and understood another culture more.Ko: 그녀는 이제 다른 사람들과의 차이를 넘어 연결될 수 있는 힘을 느꼈다.En: Now, she felt the power to connect beyond differences with others.Ko: 인티 라이미는 그녀에게 새로운 길을 열어주었다.En: Inti Raymi opened up a new path for her. Vocabulary Words:ancient: 고대breeze: 바람buzzing: 활기 넘치는festival: 축제barrier: 장벽communicating: 의사소통gestures: 몸짓curiosity: 호기심awkward: 미숙한gathered: 모이다ceremony: 의식hesitated: 고민했다perspective: 시야gratitude: 감사experience: 경험journey: 여행respect: 존중connect: 연결differences: 차이explained: 설명하다magical: 마법 같은invited: 초대받다culture: 문화guided: 이끌다share: 나누다chilly: 차가운farewell: 작별 인사understood: 이해하다path: 길letting go: 벗어나다

From apprenticeship to Assiociate, Stephen Britten has built an incredible career as a farrier, working in the UK . In this episode, he shares his journey - from learning under top mentors, to his journey through the US with the Cultural Exchange, to navigating the mental and physical challenges of the trade. We dive into the cultural differences in farriery, the importance of continual learning, and what it takes to run a successful business. Subscribe for full episodes here: mullinsfarrier.supercast.com

Summary:In this episode, Jen shares her journey of moving abroad, starting from her spontaneous decision to relocate to Zurich, Switzerland, and her experiences living in various countries including France and the UK. She discusses the challenges of navigating visas, banking, and cultural differences, as well as the importance of language and maintaining relationships across borders. Jen also reflects on the food culture in France compared to the US, her experiences with reverse culture shock, and her passion for travel blogging.Takeaways Be spontaneous and open to new opportunities. Understanding visa rights is crucial for expats. Navigating banking can be challenging when living abroad. Language barriers can significantly impact your experience. Cultural differences can lead to unexpected challenges. Maintaining relationships requires effort and communication. Food culture varies greatly between countries. Living abroad can lead to reverse culture shock. Travel blogging can be a fulfilling way to share experiences. Adapting to a new environment takes time and patience.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Jen's Journey01:37 The Spontaneous Move Abroad04:14 Navigating Visa Challenges09:46 Banking and Financial Hurdles12:09 Transitioning to Paris16:12 The UK Work Visa Experience19:58 Navigating Visa Complexities21:18 Returning to France: The Family Visa Experience23:54 Integration Challenges in France25:14 Becoming a French Citizen27:30 The Relief of French Citizenship28:53 Accommodation Woes for Expats30:16 Language Barriers and Cultural Adjustments32:01 First Impressions of Switzerland and France33:50 Bureaucratic Challenges in France36:48 The Importance of Language in Integration39:07 Cultural Differences in the UK40:04 Cultural Differences in Language and Communication46:02 Navigating Long-Distance Relationships52:07 Food Culture and Culinary Differences56:55 Celebrating American Holidays Abroad59:09 Navigating Holiday Travel and Family Dynamics01:00:40 Reflections on Moving Abroad and Personal Growth01:03:42 Coping with Reverse Culture Shock01:05:52 Comparing Political Landscapes: US vs. France01:10:25 Healthcare Systems: A Tale of Two Countries01:13:11 The Importance of Cultural Exchange and Travel01:14:33 Sharing Experiences: Travel Blogging and Community Engagement

In this episode, Dr. Pierce Salguero sits down with David Gordon White, a distinguished indologist and scholar of Tantra. Our conversation focuses on David's most recent project tracing the transregional histories of spirits, gods, demons, and their associated rituals across Eurasia. Along the way, we dive into an intellectual conversation about dog-headed men, angry goddesses, alchemical mercury, body-snatching yogis, the origins of Dracula, and much, much more. If you want to hear scholars and practitioners engaging in deep conversations about the dark side of Asian religions and medicines, then subscribe to Black Beryl wherever you get your podcasts. You can also check out our members-only benefits on blackberyl.substack.com. Enjoy the show! Resources mentioned David Gordon White, Daemons are Forever (2021) David Gordon White, Myths of the Dog-Man (1991) David Gordon White, The Alchemical Body (1997) David Gordon White, Kiss of the Yogini (2006) David Gordon White, Sinister Yogis (2011) Michel Strickmann, Chinese Magical Medicine (2002) Michel Strickmann, Mantras et Mandarins (1996) David Gordon White, “Three Shades of Tantric Yoga,” in Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies (2024) David Gordon White, "Were-Creatures of the Eurasian Ecumene," Journal Asiatique(2020) David Gordon White, "Dracula's Family Tree," Gothic Studies (2021) Pierce Salguero is a transdisciplinary scholar of health humanities who is fascinated by historical and contemporary intersections between Buddhism, medicine, and crosscultural exchange. He has a Ph.D. in History of Medicine from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (2010), and teaches Asian history, medicine, and religion at Penn State University's Abington College, located near Philadelphia. www.piercesalguero.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this episode, Dr. Pierce Salguero sits down with David Gordon White, a distinguished indologist and scholar of Tantra. Our conversation focuses on David's most recent project tracing the transregional histories of spirits, gods, demons, and their associated rituals across Eurasia. Along the way, we dive into an intellectual conversation about dog-headed men, angry goddesses, alchemical mercury, body-snatching yogis, the origins of Dracula, and much, much more. If you want to hear scholars and practitioners engaging in deep conversations about the dark side of Asian religions and medicines, then subscribe to Black Beryl wherever you get your podcasts. You can also check out our members-only benefits on blackberyl.substack.com. Enjoy the show! Resources mentioned David Gordon White, Daemons are Forever (2021) David Gordon White, Myths of the Dog-Man (1991) David Gordon White, The Alchemical Body (1997) David Gordon White, Kiss of the Yogini (2006) David Gordon White, Sinister Yogis (2011) Michel Strickmann, Chinese Magical Medicine (2002) Michel Strickmann, Mantras et Mandarins (1996) David Gordon White, “Three Shades of Tantric Yoga,” in Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies (2024) David Gordon White, "Were-Creatures of the Eurasian Ecumene," Journal Asiatique(2020) David Gordon White, "Dracula's Family Tree," Gothic Studies (2021) Pierce Salguero is a transdisciplinary scholar of health humanities who is fascinated by historical and contemporary intersections between Buddhism, medicine, and crosscultural exchange. He has a Ph.D. in History of Medicine from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (2010), and teaches Asian history, medicine, and religion at Penn State University's Abington College, located near Philadelphia. www.piercesalguero.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/folkore

In this episode, Dr. Pierce Salguero sits down with David Gordon White, a distinguished indologist and scholar of Tantra. Our conversation focuses on David's most recent project tracing the transregional histories of spirits, gods, demons, and their associated rituals across Eurasia. Along the way, we dive into an intellectual conversation about dog-headed men, angry goddesses, alchemical mercury, body-snatching yogis, the origins of Dracula, and much, much more. If you want to hear scholars and practitioners engaging in deep conversations about the dark side of Asian religions and medicines, then subscribe to Black Beryl wherever you get your podcasts. You can also check out our members-only benefits on blackberyl.substack.com. Enjoy the show! Resources mentioned David Gordon White, Daemons are Forever (2021) David Gordon White, Myths of the Dog-Man (1991) David Gordon White, The Alchemical Body (1997) David Gordon White, Kiss of the Yogini (2006) David Gordon White, Sinister Yogis (2011) Michel Strickmann, Chinese Magical Medicine (2002) Michel Strickmann, Mantras et Mandarins (1996) David Gordon White, “Three Shades of Tantric Yoga,” in Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies (2024) David Gordon White, "Were-Creatures of the Eurasian Ecumene," Journal Asiatique(2020) David Gordon White, "Dracula's Family Tree," Gothic Studies (2021) Pierce Salguero is a transdisciplinary scholar of health humanities who is fascinated by historical and contemporary intersections between Buddhism, medicine, and crosscultural exchange. He has a Ph.D. in History of Medicine from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (2010), and teaches Asian history, medicine, and religion at Penn State University's Abington College, located near Philadelphia. www.piercesalguero.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Pierce Salguero sits down with David Gordon White, a distinguished indologist and scholar of Tantra. Our conversation focuses on David's most recent project tracing the transregional histories of spirits, gods, demons, and their associated rituals across Eurasia. Along the way, we dive into an intellectual conversation about dog-headed men, angry goddesses, alchemical mercury, body-snatching yogis, the origins of Dracula, and much, much more. If you want to hear scholars and practitioners engaging in deep conversations about the dark side of Asian religions and medicines, then subscribe to Black Beryl wherever you get your podcasts. You can also check out our members-only benefits on blackberyl.substack.com. Enjoy the show! Resources mentioned David Gordon White, Daemons are Forever (2021) David Gordon White, Myths of the Dog-Man (1991) David Gordon White, The Alchemical Body (1997) David Gordon White, Kiss of the Yogini (2006) David Gordon White, Sinister Yogis (2011) Michel Strickmann, Chinese Magical Medicine (2002) Michel Strickmann, Mantras et Mandarins (1996) David Gordon White, “Three Shades of Tantric Yoga,” in Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies (2024) David Gordon White, "Were-Creatures of the Eurasian Ecumene," Journal Asiatique(2020) David Gordon White, "Dracula's Family Tree," Gothic Studies (2021) Pierce Salguero is a transdisciplinary scholar of health humanities who is fascinated by historical and contemporary intersections between Buddhism, medicine, and crosscultural exchange. He has a Ph.D. in History of Medicine from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (2010), and teaches Asian history, medicine, and religion at Penn State University's Abington College, located near Philadelphia. www.piercesalguero.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/south-asian-studies

In this episode, Dr. Pierce Salguero sits down with David Gordon White, a distinguished indologist and scholar of Tantra. Our conversation focuses on David's most recent project tracing the transregional histories of spirits, gods, demons, and their associated rituals across Eurasia. Along the way, we dive into an intellectual conversation about dog-headed men, angry goddesses, alchemical mercury, body-snatching yogis, the origins of Dracula, and much, much more. If you want to hear scholars and practitioners engaging in deep conversations about the dark side of Asian religions and medicines, then subscribe to Black Beryl wherever you get your podcasts. You can also check out our members-only benefits on blackberyl.substack.com. Enjoy the show! Resources mentioned David Gordon White, Daemons are Forever (2021) David Gordon White, Myths of the Dog-Man (1991) David Gordon White, The Alchemical Body (1997) David Gordon White, Kiss of the Yogini (2006) David Gordon White, Sinister Yogis (2011) Michel Strickmann, Chinese Magical Medicine (2002) Michel Strickmann, Mantras et Mandarins (1996) David Gordon White, “Three Shades of Tantric Yoga,” in Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies (2024) David Gordon White, "Were-Creatures of the Eurasian Ecumene," Journal Asiatique(2020) David Gordon White, "Dracula's Family Tree," Gothic Studies (2021) Pierce Salguero is a transdisciplinary scholar of health humanities who is fascinated by historical and contemporary intersections between Buddhism, medicine, and crosscultural exchange. He has a Ph.D. in History of Medicine from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (2010), and teaches Asian history, medicine, and religion at Penn State University's Abington College, located near Philadelphia. www.piercesalguero.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/indian-religions

In this episode, Dr. Pierce Salguero sits down with David Gordon White, a distinguished indologist and scholar of Tantra. Our conversation focuses on David's most recent project tracing the transregional histories of spirits, gods, demons, and their associated rituals across Eurasia. Along the way, we dive into an intellectual conversation about dog-headed men, angry goddesses, alchemical mercury, body-snatching yogis, the origins of Dracula, and much, much more. If you want to hear scholars and practitioners engaging in deep conversations about the dark side of Asian religions and medicines, then subscribe to Black Beryl wherever you get your podcasts. You can also check out our members-only benefits on blackberyl.substack.com. Enjoy the show! Resources mentioned David Gordon White, Daemons are Forever (2021) David Gordon White, Myths of the Dog-Man (1991) David Gordon White, The Alchemical Body (1997) David Gordon White, Kiss of the Yogini (2006) David Gordon White, Sinister Yogis (2011) Michel Strickmann, Chinese Magical Medicine (2002) Michel Strickmann, Mantras et Mandarins (1996) David Gordon White, “Three Shades of Tantric Yoga,” in Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies (2024) David Gordon White, "Were-Creatures of the Eurasian Ecumene," Journal Asiatique(2020) David Gordon White, "Dracula's Family Tree," Gothic Studies (2021) Pierce Salguero is a transdisciplinary scholar of health humanities who is fascinated by historical and contemporary intersections between Buddhism, medicine, and crosscultural exchange. He has a Ph.D. in History of Medicine from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (2010), and teaches Asian history, medicine, and religion at Penn State University's Abington College, located near Philadelphia. www.piercesalguero.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

Today I sit down with David Gordon White, a distinguished indologist and scholar of Tantra. Our conversation focuses on David's most recent project tracing the transregional histories of spirits, gods, demons, and their associated rituals across Eurasia. Along the way, we dive into an intellectual conversation about dog-headed men, angry goddesses, alchemical mercury, body-snatching yogis, the origins of Dracula, and much, much more. If you want to hear scholars and practitioners engaging in deep conversations about the dark side of Asian religions and medicines, then subscribe to Black Beryl wherever you get your podcasts. You can also check out our members-only benefits on blackberyl.substack.com. Enjoy the show!Resources mentionedDavid Gordon White, Daemons are Forever (2021)David Gordon White, Myths of the Dog-Man (1991)David Gordon White, The Alchemical Body (1997)David Gordon White, Kiss of the Yogini (2006)David Gordon White, Sinister Yogis (2011)Michel Strickmann, Chinese Magical Medicine (2002)Michel Strickmann, Mantras et Mandarins (1996)David Gordon White, “Three Shades of Tantric Yoga,” in Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies (2024)David Gordon White, "Were-Creatures of the Eurasian Ecumene," Journal Asiatique (2020) David Gordon White, "Dracula's Family Tree," Gothic Studies (2021)Resources provided by the interviewee on blackberyl.substack.com:PDF of David's chapter in Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies PDF of David's article, "Were-Creatures of the Eurasian Ecumene"PDF of David's article, "Dracula's Family Tree" 

In this episode of Along the Way Life's Journey, Carl shares insights from his recent extended cruise to the lower Caribbean, exploring the beauty of the islands and the people he met along the way. Carl discusses the importance of appreciating life's moments, technological advancements, and maintaining faith and resilience in the face of challenges. He reflects on personal encounters, including a cancer warrior's bravery, new friendships, and the joy of celebrating life's milestones. Tune in for an inspirational perspective on gratitude, love, and the continual beauty of our world!   Connect with Carl: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Website   Produced by: Social Chameleon

On this episode I talk with Morgan Goodall and Josh Logue. We talk about their time in the Disney College Program, the Britsh view of America, and all the cultural experinces you can fit into a summer. Get Zac Brown Brown Show merch: https://tinyurl.com/3kwfzxcn Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itszacbrown/ https://www.instagram.com/thezacbrownshow/ Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thezacbrownshow Our exit music is 'Nurse' by Corey Jess. Download the single HERE: https://tinyurl.com/vnnzguh

The Rise of African Leadership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: A New Era of Influence The future of leadership within religious organizations is poised for a significant transformation, driven by demographic shifts and cultural exchanges.

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Bridging Traditions: A Journey Through Chunjie on the Great Wall Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-02-03-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 长城上，一层薄雪覆盖着崎岖的石阶，寒冷的冬天让空气中带着刺骨的凉意。En: On the Chang Cheng, a layer of thin snow covers the rugged stone steps, and the cold winter fills the air with a piercing chill.Zh: 挂着的红灯笼在风中轻轻摇曳，到处都是春节的装饰，增添了节日的气氛。En: Hanging red lanterns sway gently in the wind, and everywhere are Chunjie decorations that enhance the festive atmosphere.Zh: 美丽站在长城的一个角落，眼神中充满了好奇。En: 美丽 stands in a corner of the Chang Cheng, her eyes filled with curiosity.Zh: 她是一个历史系的学生，热衷于研究春节在长城附近的传统习俗。En: She is a student majoring in history, passionate about studying the traditional customs of Chunjie near the Chang Cheng.Zh: 她的目标是写一篇关于这些习俗的文章，但她知道，要做到这一点，她需要当地人的帮助。En: Her goal is to write an article about these customs, but she knows she will need the help of locals to accomplish this.Zh: 不远处，君正忙着在摊位上招呼顾客。En: Not far away, 君 is busy attending to customers at his stall.Zh: 他是一个当地的摊贩，对这片土地上的传统习俗非常保护。En: He is a local vendor and is highly protective of the traditional customs of this land.Zh: 他看到美丽正在记笔记，心里有些不安。En: He notices 美丽 taking notes and feels a bit uneasy.Zh: 他担心美丽的出现会影响到这里的传统氛围。En: He worries that 美丽's presence might affect the traditional atmosphere here.Zh: 他心想：“这些外来人总是来看新鲜，却不懂得珍惜。”En: He thinks to himself, "These outsiders always come for novelty but don't know how to cherish it."Zh: 美丽意识到了君的不满。En: 美丽 becomes aware of 君's discontent.Zh: 她决定下定决心，主动上前去找君。En: She decides to make a determined effort to approach 君.Zh: 她微笑着走过去，说：“君，我是美丽。我想了解更多关于这里的春节习俗。您愿意帮我吗？”En: She walks over with a smile and says, "君, I am 美丽. I want to learn more about the Chunjie customs here. Are you willing to help me?"Zh: 君听后，依然心存怀疑，但他看到美丽的态度真诚，决定试试看。En: 君, still harboring doubts, sees 美丽's sincere attitude and decides to give it a try.Zh: “过几天，我们这里有庙会和龙舞，”君说。En: "In a few days, we will have a miaohui and a dragon dance here," 君 says.Zh: “你可以来看看。要是能帮忙的话，我会告诉你一些你想知道的。”En: "You can come and see. If you can help, I'll tell you some things you want to know."Zh: 美丽高兴地点点头，她相信这是一个机会，可以更深入地了解这里的文化。En: 美丽 nods happily, believing this is an opportunity to gain deeper insight into the culture here.Zh: 庙会那天，气氛热闹非凡。En: On the day of the miaohui, the atmosphere is extraordinarily lively.Zh: 锣鼓声响起，龙舞正在进行。En: The sound of gongs and drums fills the air, and the dragon dance is underway.Zh: 突然，人群中传来一阵骚动，龙舞的人群因为太过激动而失去了秩序。En: Suddenly, a commotion arises in the crowd; the people involved in the dragon dance become too excited and lose order.Zh: 美丽和君都意识到情况变得危险。En: 美丽 and 君 both realize that the situation is becoming dangerous.Zh: 他们立即合作，指挥人群疏散，确保每个人都安全。En: They immediately work together to direct the crowd to evacuate, ensuring everyone's safety.Zh: 经过一番努力，骚动被平息。En: After some efforts, the commotion is calmed.Zh: 大家都安全了。En: Everyone is safe.Zh: 美丽和君都松了一口气。En: 美丽 and 君 both breathe a sigh of relief.Zh: 看着恢复了热闹的庙会，君对美丽说：“你帮了大忙，谢谢你。”En: Looking at the resuming lively miaohui, 君 says to 美丽, "You were a big help, thank you."Zh: 美丽谦虚地回答：“不客气，我也学到了很多。”En: 美丽 humbly responds, "You're welcome, I also learned a lot."Zh: 君心中生出一丝对美丽的欣赏。En: 君 develops a bit of appreciation for 美丽.Zh: 他决定邀请美丽参加他的家庭聚餐，亲自体验春节的温暖。En: He decides to invite 美丽 to his family gathering to experience the warmth of the Chunjie firsthand.Zh: 在新年晚餐上，美丽和君坐在一起，谈笑风生。En: At the New Year's dinner, 美丽 and 君 sit together, chatting and laughing.Zh: 美丽意识到，在学习历史的同时，要更加谦逊和尊重当地的传统；En: 美丽 realizes that while studying history, she needs to be more humble and respectful of local traditions;Zh: 而君也明白，分享文化并不会削弱传统，反而可以让更多人了解它的魅力。En: and 君 understands that sharing culture does not weaken traditions but rather allows more people to appreciate their charm.Zh: 长城依旧屹立不动，冬季的寒冷悄然退却，节日的欢乐代替了先前的紧张。En: The Chang Cheng still stands unmoved, the cold of winter quietly recedes, and festive joy replaces earlier tension.Zh: 美丽和君都在这次经验中成长，彼此之间也建立了新的友谊。En: 美丽 and 君 both grow from this experience, establishing a new friendship with each other.Zh: 春节的真实精神，或许就藏在这样的互相信任和理解中。En: The true spirit of Chunjie might be hidden in such mutual trust and understanding. Vocabulary Words:rugged: 崎岖piercing: 刺骨sway: 摇曳curiosity: 好奇majoring: 系passionate: 热衷vendor: 摊贩uneasy: 不安commotion: 骚动evacuate: 疏散appreciation: 欣赏humble: 谦逊festive: 节日的charming: 魅力determined: 下定决心enhance: 增添sincere: 真诚gathering: 聚餐charm: 魅力recall: 回忆resides: 藏trust: 信任resumes: 恢复scenery: 风景protective: 保护cherish: 珍惜customs: 习俗lively: 热闹attitude: 态度opportunity: 机会

Send us a textGet ready to be inspired! In this episode of the Self-Reflection Podcast, host Lira Ndifon sits down with the talented Afro-Trap artist Big  Klef  for a candid and insightful conversation that goes beyond the music.We delve deep into Big  Klef's inspiring journey, tracing his roots from the vibrant Niger Delta region of Nigeria to his current home in the Bay Area. Klef shares his personal journey, navigating cultural shifts, overcoming self-doubt, and embracing his unique voice as an artist. He candidly discusses the profound impact of experiencing the American education system, highlighting the stark contrast to his upbringing in Nigeria and how this ignited a passion for social change within him.The conversation delves deep into the essence of Klef's music, exploring how his Nigerian heritage and personal experiences have profoundly shaped his distinctive Afro-Trap sound. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in his artistry, expressing that his music reflects his true self, encompassing his joys, sorrows, and reflections on the world around him.Klef offers valuable insights for aspiring artists, emphasizing the importance of self-belief and overcoming self-doubt. He candidly discusses the challenges of navigating the music industry, including the pressure to conform and the constant pursuit of creative excellence. He highlights the crucial role of a strong support system, emphasizing the importance of nurturing genuine human connections and surrounding yourself with people who believe in you.This episode is more than just an interview; it's a conversation that will inspire you to embrace your own unique voice, pursue your passions with authenticity, and use your platform to make a positive impact on the world.Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe to the Self-Reflection Podcast on all your favorite platforms – Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more!Support the show

Andrew Collins is a historian and journalist who has devoted over four decades of his life to the study of ancient civilizations, much of it among the enigmatic T-shaped pillars that dot the stone hills of the Turkish highlands. He believes that Göbekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe are more than ceremonial sites of hunter-gatherers—he takes these monuments to be the remnants of a foundational proto-culture that authored the earliest versions of the myths and narratives found in the Bible, Torah, and Qur'an. He walks us through why he believes that the imagery carved into the stones of Karahan Tepe represents humanity's first abstract engagement with the spiritual realm, how the legends developed were likely the product of the peoples the Sumerians called the Annunaki, and the pivotal role the serpent symbol plays in linking the land of the living to the cosmic spheres. DEMYSTICON 2025 ANNUAL MEETING IN PORTUGAL!!! "Beyond the Big Bang" June 12-16: https://demystifysci.com/demysticon-2025 PATREON: get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB MERCH: Rock some DemystifySci gear : https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ AMAZON: Do your shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/3YyoT98 SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@UCqV4_7i9h1_V7hY48eZZSLw@demystifysci Pick up Andrew's latest book on Karahan Tepe! Support both of us with this link: https://amzn.to/4hkfGcC (00:00) Go! (00:04:10) Karahan Tepe & the Universal Serpent (00:11:23) Celestial Connections (00:16:20) Vulture Stone Interpretation (00:24:18) Symbolism of the Intercontinental Manbag/handbag (00:32:40) Consequences of the Younger Dryas (00:37:00) Environment of the Taş Tepeler Region (00:49:17) Ancient Trade Routes and Cultural Exchange (00:55:12) Unique T-shaped Pillars Mysteries (01:03:19) Early Post-Ice Age Civilizations (01:13:07) Early Urban Developments in Central Turkey (01:20:49) The Anuna and Early Civilizational Knowledge (01:35:11) The Serpent, Shamanism, and Cosmic Communications (01:41:04) Ritual Sites and Priestly Classes (01:52:19) Decommissioning of Ritual Sites (02:03:04) Water Sources and Settlements (02:17:07) Migration and Conflict (02:23:28) Divergent Views in Archaeology (02:34:08) Collaboration vs. Opposition (02:41:33) Future Directions in Research #Archaeology, #GöbekliTepe, #KarahanTepe, #AncientHistory, #Symbolism, #CelestialConnections, #YoungerDryas, #AncientCivilizations, #PrehistoricSites, #ArchaeologicalDiscoveries, #Mythology, #Shamanism, #AncientTrade, #AncientArchitecture, #VultureStone, #RitualSites, #CulturalExchange, #CosmicConnections, #Anuna #philosophypodcast, #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

The TikTok Ban and the Chinese Brand Dilemma with Ivy YangThis episode of the Asia Business Podcast features a deep dive into the complex arena of cross-cultural business dynamics with guest Ivy Yang, founder of Wavelet Strategy. Ivy brings a wealth of experience in public relations and a nuanced understanding of the U.S.-China macro relationship, making her insights invaluable for companies navigating these waters.Introduction to Ivy YangEmail Ivy: ivy@waveletnyc.comIvy's SubstackConnect on LinkedInVisit Wavelet StrategyIvy Yang is the founder of Wavelet Strategy, holds a BA from NYU, and an MBA from Columbia. Her extensive background in crisis management, financial media reporting, and media relations offers invaluable perspectives, particularly in the realm of cross-cultural business between the U.S. and China. Ivy also contributes to the Financial Times Chinese and has a Substack blog called "Calling the Shots," which is highly recommended for anyone interested in these topics.TikTok, RedNote, and The User Migration PhenomenonThe conversation kicks off with a hot topic: the potential shutdown of TikTok in the U.S. and the ripple effects on its massive user base. Ivy shares her perspective on the current media reports suggesting an imminent shutdown, drawing parallels with past events in other countries. As users consider migrating to RedNote (Xiaohongshu), Ivy provides her firsthand insights into this platform, noting its unique user experience compared to TikTok.Highlighting the Cultural Exchange on RedNoteIvy emphasizes the fascinating dynamic of TikTok "refugees" transitioning to RedNote, a starkly Chinese platform with no translation features. This migration, Ivy notes, represents an act of protest and defiance against geopolitical narratives. She describes the rich cultural exchanges unfolding in RedNote's comment sections, reminiscent of past platforms like Clubhouse that fostered U.S.-China dialogues.The Cross-Border Challenges for Chinese BrandsArt and Ivy delve into broader challenges faced by Chinese brands in the U.S., notably in building trust amid geopolitical tensions. Ivy underscores the significance of defining a dual narrative to maintain a global brand perception while acknowledging Chinese roots and operations. Art adds to the discussion by highlighting brands like Lenovo that have navigated these waters successfully, contrasting them with current challenges faced by apps like TikTok and Shein.Managing U.S. Perceptions and Media RelationsThe conversation explores the critical role of media relations in shaping public perception. Ivy argues that Chinese companies need to engage more proactively with media to manage narratives before they become defined by external forces. She stresses the importance of transparency and adapting to U.S. cultural norms in hiring and operations.Practical Advice for Chinese Companies Entering the U.S. MarketIvy concludes with practical strategies for Chinese brands entering the U.S. market:Adopt Cultural Norms: Understand U.S. hiring practices and navigate media relations with transparency.Strategize Media Relations: Engage in active narrative management, especially during crises, by supplying context and data to reporters.Own Communication Channels: Develop robust owned media strategies to swiftly communicate your company's stance and developments. Substack and other platforms can be effective for reaching niche, influential audiences.ConclusionThis episode serves as a crucial guide for navigating the complex landscape of U.S.-China business relations. Ivy Yang's insights illuminate how companies can better manage their cross-cultural narratives, engage with media, and respect local norms to succeed in the U.S. market. For those interested in more of Ivy's perspectives, her blog, "Calling the Shots," provides deeper dives into these topics. As the landscape continues to evolve, staying informed and adaptable remains key. Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:17 Current Events: TikTok Controversy02:58 The Migration to RedNote06:38 Geopolitical Implications for Chinese Apps09:56 Challenges for Chinese Brands in the U.S.16:23 PR Strategies for Chinese Companies27:52 The Role of Media and Owned Channels33:44 Final Thoughts and Contact Information  ProducerJacob ThomasFollow UsLinkedInApple Podcasts

Looking to digital advertising history for clues about AI's impact on the economy, proposed frameworks for AGI and ASI, and why AI benefits are likely to be unevenly distributed in the near term. Then: The logic and continued uncertainty surrounding a TikTok ban in the United States, the delights of Xiaohongshu mania, and a word about TikTok and conflicting principles.

Elijah Coleman, the friendliest guy from Oakland, CA took a leap of faith and found himself stationed in South Korea after joining the army. Eli's eye-opening journey abroad—his first time leaving the U.S.—transformed his outlook on life. From embracing a vibrant new culture to navigating the challenges of being a single father station abroad, his story is raw, relatable, and packed with heart. Hear about his adventures, the dating scene as a dad overseas, and the lessons that only travel can teach.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/globetrotters-podcast--5023679/support.