Cultural Traditions Episodes

Join Raphael and Zenith as they explore immigrant life from Zambia’s Copperbelt to the US, diving into culture shocks, childhood sports, Tonga naming traditions, practical tips on leveraging local resources (like libraries), the NFL, Super Bowl, and the legacy of family and cows in Zambian Tonga culture. Discover Assorted Immigrant Stories Podcast and learn about the power of community, everyday wisdom, and keeping heritage alive across continents.

From hilarious stories about holiday food fails in war zones to candid admissions about homelessness and depression, these veterans open up about what it means to find connection, hope, and healing during the toughest seasons. Discover how pasteles and coquito become more than food as we continue the Bad Bunny celebration—they’re reminders of family, survival, and finding your people.Whether you’re curious about Puerto Rican holiday traditions, want to hear veterans’ real stories, or need a reminder of what community feels like when times get rough, this episode is not to be missed.

I'm sorry for not releasing an episode last week. Remember Ep 169? It was related to that. I'm excited to release my first solo episode with Grace Nkem (who appeared in Ep 166 & 167). Grace discusses important topics such as her concerns about the impact of AI technology on society and culture, as well as the commercialization of art. We also talk about her passion for pre-Christian, pre-colonial Igbo sculpture and its influence on early abstract painting, and her experiences with art and sculpt...

Welcome back to another eye-opening episode of White Label American. We dive deep into the extraordinary journey of motherhood with repeat guests Verena, Preet, Mimi, and Arabella. They discuss how cultural upbringing significantly influences their approach to parenting, how they navigate societal expectations, and the challenges and joys of motherhood drawn from their diverse backgrounds. This episode is a celebration of mothers in all their resilience and strength across the world—hear inspir...