The success of a culture is determined by the clear articulation and living of its values. Despite varying interests and backgrounds, shared values can help individuals form connections and build relationships.
The voices we choose to follow in a culture influence our morality and ultimately our political principles. It's important to seek out good voices as followers, rather than bad ones.
The culture of pretending like you don't know how you got where you are or how you got what you have can mess with people's heads. Everyone is acting like they're not trying or being intentional behind their actions.
The podcast discusses about Trump's Twitter behavior and the uniqueness of Geordie accent in Britain.
The Podcast discusses beliefs and customs across various cultures ranging from mythology, religion to the golden rule in the context of folklore. Additionally, it delves into the concept of evil eye, hex, and curse in various cultures.
The discussion covers how Michael Jordan's face can be put on the wall as a decal, and how he innovatively built out and transformed a fragmented and fragile industry into a massive respected structure.
The speaker shares an anecdote about a friend from Vietnam, discussing accents and stereotypes.
Two women of color discuss the pressure to pursue traditional careers in law and medicine imposed by their respective parents and cultural expectations, as well as their experiences standing out in their fields due to their backgrounds.
The speaker talks about growing up in a culture that glamorizes drug dealers and suave lifestyles, and how being around these types of people influenced their own behavior.
A discussion on the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and experiencing different cultures to gain a better understanding of diversity and the experiences of others.
The Rainbow Room is a peaceful space filled with pastel colors, candles, and fountains. The room features a large picture of a goddess standing with her legs open, creating a burst of light in her genital area.
The speaker discusses the importance of language and accent in different countries, using French as an example. They also mention the cancellation of a comedy festival due to a COVID-19 lockdown and a friend who spent $300 on tickets.
The way we handle death and mourning varies from culture to culture. Our beliefs and rituals surrounding death do not always translate well into other countries and cultures, making the grieving process even harder for those involved.
The cultural difference in America lies between the silent majority who deeply care and want to do the right thing, and those who don't exhibit enough of this behavior. The power of choice that an individual has is emphasized, whether it's about treating a stranger or reacting to news.
The hosts talk about the different levels of caring too much or not caring at all and how they relate to different cultures. They also discuss the struggles of balancing multiple careers and leaving people out in the process.
The culture in Japan allows children to roam freely and safely in public spaces. This can change one's perspective on relationships and family as it highlights how toxic and unsafe other societies can be.
This episode explores the idea that the cultural background of a cockpit crew could influence the performance of the crew during a flight. Malcolm Gladwell's book Outliers highlights the case of Korean Air and other plane crashes to argue that the cockpit crew dynamics are essential for avoiding or causing accidents.
The hosts discuss the strange phenomenon of referring to babies as "baby God" and the uncomfortable nature of discussing personal health issues.
The speaker grew up around Caribbean people and spent summers in Jamaica. They believe that while they personally do not hear their accent, others may be able to detect it due to their upbringing and exposure to different cultures.
The speaker shares a story about people mistaking sugar for salt and how extremely wealthy people kept a bowl of salt on the table in the past, before discussing ghost stories told in families.
In this episode, the hosts discuss the rumor that pineapple, when used as a party decoration or served as a dish, is an international symbol of swingers.
