RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_faa50caf-2af9-4b4d-a211-b136e6b16c4f -- Rendered At Sat, 04 Apr 2026 04:02:03 +0000 Interculture https://redcircle.com/shows/interculture en-US All rights reserved. Jenna, İbrahim At what point does cultural immersion cross into identity loss? Can interfaith relationships work? Each week, friends Jenna and Ibrahim discuss a different topic within the fascinating, and often weird world of multiculturalism. They get personal while discussing the challenges of immigration, intercultural relationships, and shifting identity. faa50caf-2af9-4b4d-a211-b136e6b16c4f At what point does cultural immersion cross into identity loss? Can interfaith relationships work? Each week, friends Jenna and Ibrahim discuss a different topic within the fascinating, and often weird world of multiculturalism. They get personal while discussing the challenges of immigration, intercultural relationships, and shifting identity.

]]> episodic no Jenna, İbrahim interculturepodcast@gmail.com yes full 22. Beauty Standards 22. Beauty Standards Jenna, İbrahim How do you feel about men under six feet? Women with fake lashes? This week we discuss beauty standards. Jenna complains about the time, money, and effort required to meet society's standards of female beauty. Ibrahim considers plastic surgery. All in all, we remain cynical about the future standards of appearance and how far our looks-obsessed society will devolve.


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]]> <p>How do you feel about men under six feet? Women with fake lashes? This week we discuss beauty standards. Jenna complains about the time, money, and effort required to meet society&#39;s standards of female beauty. Ibrahim considers plastic surgery. All in all, we remain cynical about the future standards of appearance and how far our looks-obsessed society will devolve.</p><p><br></p><p>Write to Us!</p><p>interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p><p>@interculturepod</p><p>http://interculturepodcast.com/</p> 81f78d92-16ad-40b6-8cec-3c28ed8c4cd7 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0000 2378 yes full 21. Multiculturalism: Tolerance and Fear 21. Multiculturalism: Tolerance and Fear Jenna, İbrahim This week we dive into multiculturalism- What it means for governments and individuals, and the advantages and critiques of multicultural societies. In our intro, Ibrahim discusses the upcoming Turkish election, while Jenna discusses a weird quirk in Turkish culture. We also touch on the narratives of pundits like Tucker Carlson, who claim that a white genocide is imminent.

]]> <p>This week we dive into multiculturalism- What it means for governments and individuals, and the advantages and critiques of multicultural societies. In our intro, Ibrahim discusses the upcoming Turkish election, while Jenna discusses a weird quirk in Turkish culture. We also touch on the narratives of pundits like Tucker Carlson, who claim that a white genocide is imminent.</p> 19ed13a7-1ef6-45fc-877d-7ca3cd890296 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 04 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0000 1733 yes full 20. Cities, Small Towns, and Suburbs 20. Cities, Small Towns, and Suburbs Jenna, İbrahim This city is gross!

This week we discuss the differences of life in cities, rural towns, and suburbs. We discuss our respective moves to New York City, including the benefits and drawbacks of different community types. We also reference a Pew research study on the differences within urban, suburban, and rural communities.


Reference:

What Unites and Divides Urban, Suburban and Rural Communities

https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2018/05/22/what-unites-and-divides-urban-suburban-and-rural-communities/


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]]> <p>This city is gross! </p><p>This week we discuss the differences of life in cities, rural towns, and suburbs. We discuss our respective moves to New York City, including the benefits and drawbacks of different community types. We also reference a Pew research study on the differences within urban, suburban, and rural communities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Reference:</strong></p><p>What Unites and Divides Urban, Suburban and Rural Communities</p><p>https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2018/05/22/what-unites-and-divides-urban-suburban-and-rural-communities/</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Write to Us: </strong></p><p>interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p><p>@interculturepod</p><p>http://interculturepodcast.com/</p> f8ebfa45-e5f9-4ce2-832f-c22626317839 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 14 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +0000 2144 yes full 19. Immigration 19. Immigration Jenna, İbrahim Your intercultural podcast returns! This week we have a casual discussion about immigration. What are the challenges of immigrating to a new country? What drives us to immigrate? We also discuss American and Turkish attitudes towards immigrants, including concerns about culture shift and government representation.


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]]> <p>Your intercultural podcast returns! This week we have a casual discussion about immigration. What are the challenges of immigrating to a new country? What drives us to immigrate? We also discuss American and Turkish attitudes towards immigrants, including concerns about culture shift and government representation.</p><p><br></p><p>Write to Us: interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p><p>@interculturepod</p><p>http://interculturepodcast.com/</p> 48b9559c-aa70-4f99-9966-7c0352376116 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2095 yes full 18. The American Doctor; A Story of Resilience with Dr. Salvatore Forcina 18. The American Doctor; A Story of Resilience with Dr. Salvatore Forcina Jenna, İbrahim We are joined this week by Dr. Salvatore Forcina, a first-generation immigrant, former chief of surgery, and author of the forthcoming book The American Doctor. Dr. Forcina shares his journey of determination to study medicine and pursue his goals in a new country. He describes how he remained motivated after starting over many times, from learning a new language and culture to establishing his reputation in the medical community.


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]]> <p>We are joined this week by Dr. Salvatore Forcina, a first-generation immigrant, former chief of surgery, and author of the forthcoming book <em>The American Doctor</em>. Dr. Forcina shares his journey of determination to study medicine and pursue his goals in a new country. He describes how he remained motivated after starting over many times, from learning a new language and culture to establishing his reputation in the medical community.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Donate to earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.unicefusa.org/stories/unicef-responding-after-massive-earthquake-syria-and-turkey/40803" rel="nofollow">https://www.unicefusa.org/stories/unicef-responding-after-massive-earthquake-syria-and-turkey/40803</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Pre-order The American Doctor:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/American-Doctor-Salvatore-J-Forcina/dp/1592112099" rel="nofollow">https://www.amazon.ca/American-Doctor-Salvatore-J-Forcina/dp/1592112099</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Dr. Salvatore Forcina:</strong></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080742693642" rel="nofollow">Dr. Salvatore Forcina</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drsalvatoreforcinamd/" rel="nofollow">@drsalvatoreforcinamd</a></p><p>Twitter: <span>@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/DrSalForcina" rel="nofollow">DrSalForcina</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Write to Us:</strong></p><p>interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p><p>@interculturepod</p><p><a href="http://interculturepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">http://interculturepodcast.com/</a></p> 45731f42-58a8-4887-9f5d-5b2cdf7ab3b9 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 14 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2273 yes full 17. How to Make Friends in a New Country 17. How to Make Friends in a New Country Jenna, İbrahim Can you make friends in a new country even if you are new to the culture and language? Spoiler- Yes. But are you ready to face possible rejection? This week we discuss all the paths to finding friends in a new nation, including student activities, social clubs, social media, hostels, and more.

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]]> <p>Can you make friends in a new country even if you are new to the culture and language? Spoiler- Yes. But are you ready to face possible rejection? This week we discuss all the paths to finding friends in a new nation, including student activities, social clubs, social media, hostels, and more.</p><p>@interculturepod </p><p>Write to us! interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p> 2f875566-bfd3-4423-80a1-9eb7c6211f4b http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 07 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1843 yes full 16. Ethnic Enclaves 16. Ethnic Enclaves Jenna, İbrahim This week we talk about ethnic enclaves around the world and right at home in NYC. What are the benefits of living in an enclave such as Chinatown? Should governments be concerned about immigrant assimilation? And where can we expect an American enclave to form in the future?

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]]> <p>This week we talk about ethnic enclaves around the world and right at home in NYC. What are the benefits of living in an enclave such as Chinatown? Should governments be concerned about immigrant assimilation? And where can we expect an American enclave to form in the future?</p><p>@interculturepod</p><p>Write to us! interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p> d5231db1-06df-418f-9eb6-3a4c1bc272e8 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 31 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1814 yes full 15. Mental Health 15. Mental Health Jenna, İbrahim How much does our culture affect our mental health and sense of belonging? This week we discuss mental health, the impact of social media, and the post-holiday blues. We also spend some time thinking about the importance of finding the right therapist.


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]]> <p>How much does our culture affect our mental health and sense of belonging? This week we discuss mental health, the impact of social media, and the post-holiday blues. We also spend some time thinking about the importance of finding the right therapist.</p><p><br></p><p>@interculturepod</p><p><strong>Write to us!</strong> interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Need Help? </strong>Find free resources for mental health services:</p><p><a href="https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/tools-resources/individuals/index.htm" rel="nofollow">https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/tools-resources/individuals/index.htm</a></p><p><a href="https://www.oprah.com/omagazine/free-online-resources-for-mental-illness" rel="nofollow">https://www.oprah.com/omagazine/free-online-resources-for-mental-illness</a></p> 3ebace62-ab24-47c0-8e7c-1c037bda2c13 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 24 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1998 yes full 14. Pets 14. Pets Jenna, İbrahim Is animal breeding all that different from eugenics? Should we start letting our house cats shit outside? This week we discuss beloved animal companions- both fuzzy and scaly. We also think about how pets are valued, whether as family members or status symbols.


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]]> <p>Is animal breeding all that different from eugenics? Should we start letting our house cats shit outside? This week we discuss beloved animal companions- both fuzzy and scaly. We also think about how pets are valued, whether as family members or status symbols.</p><p><br></p><p>@interculturepod</p><p>interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p> fddcfcb8-265d-4077-b4f0-5f9c29fb17a1 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 17 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2412 yes full 13. Multicultural Movie Review: Green Book (2018) 13. Multicultural Movie Review: Green Book (2018) Jenna, İbrahim We are jumping back in after a much-needed holiday break with a new segment: multicultural movie reviews! For our first movie review, we look at Green Book (2018)- a heartwarming film with a side dish of controversy. We discuss how the characters ultimately grow to understand each other's differences, and celebrate the incredible artist, Donald Shirley (1927 - 2013). We also discuss the misstep of writer Nick Vallelonga in choosing not to involve Shirley's family in the making of this film. We wrap up by reflecting on the film industry's evolving portrayal of racial issues in United States.


Watch along with us, but be warned: Spoilers ahead! 


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Reference:

https://www.essence.com/entertainment/green-book-portrays-a-symphony-of-lies/

https://www.politifact.com/article/2019/feb/07/green-book-oscars-fact-check-true/

https://indianapublicmedia.org/nightlights/jazz-noun-don-shirley-extraordinary-pianist.php#:~:text=In%201982%20he%20told%20a,not%20respected%20like%20Arthur%20Rubinstein.

https://shadowandact.com/the-real-donald-shirley-green-book-hollywood-swallowed-whole


]]> <p>We are jumping back in after a much-needed holiday break with a new segment: multicultural movie reviews! For our first movie review, we look at Green Book (2018)- a heartwarming film with a side dish of controversy. We discuss how the characters ultimately grow to understand each other&#39;s differences, and celebrate the incredible artist, Donald Shirley (1927 - 2013). We also discuss the misstep of writer Nick Vallelonga in choosing not to involve Shirley&#39;s family in the making of this film. We wrap up by reflecting on the film industry&#39;s evolving portrayal of racial issues in United States.</p><p><br></p><p>Watch along with us, but be warned: Spoilers ahead! </p><p><br></p><p>@interculturepod</p><p>interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Reference</strong>:</p><p>https://www.essence.com/entertainment/green-book-portrays-a-symphony-of-lies/</p><p>https://www.politifact.com/article/2019/feb/07/green-book-oscars-fact-check-true/</p><p>https://indianapublicmedia.org/nightlights/jazz-noun-don-shirley-extraordinary-pianist.php#:~:text=In%201982%20he%20told%20a,not%20respected%20like%20Arthur%20Rubinstein.</p><p>https://shadowandact.com/the-real-donald-shirley-green-book-hollywood-swallowed-whole</p><p><br></p> dbaaed34-2caf-4389-bbf6-5c6c6e0f7417 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 4221 yes full 12. Holidays 12. Holidays Jenna, İbrahim This holiday we celebrate and worship at the altar of capitalism. How can we keep the sentimentality of the holidays alive? We also discuss how Turkey's rising religiosity has turned people away from celebrating "Western" holiday traditions.

We at Interculture wish everyone a very happy Christmas and holiday season.


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]]> <p>This holiday we celebrate and worship at the altar of capitalism. How can we keep the sentimentality of the holidays alive? We also discuss how Turkey&#39;s rising religiosity has turned people away from celebrating &#34;Western&#34; holiday traditions. </p><p>We at Interculture wish everyone a very happy Christmas and holiday season.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="interculturepodcast.com" rel="nofollow">interculturepodcast.com</a></p><p>Write to us! interculturepodcast@gmail.com</p> 9439dfc8-884c-440a-b42b-737311247784 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 20 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1608 yes full 11. Aging 11. Aging Jenna, İbrahim After a brief catch up, we discuss attitudes towards the elderly, the healthcare needs of aging populations around the world, and also the human desire to leave a legacy after death.


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]]> <p>After a brief catch up, we discuss attitudes towards the elderly, the healthcare needs of aging populations around the world, and also the human desire to leave a legacy after death.</p><p><br></p><p>@interculturepod</p> 4fa855e6-6aa6-4222-afa1-1a2478680ce3 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 13 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2019 yes full 10. Economic Systems 10. Economic Systems Jenna, İbrahim This week we discuss various economic systems used around the world and how they might influence our cultural values. Ibo discusses the decline of the Turkish economy, where inflation has reached an increase of 84%. And Jenna speculates about whether Shanghai's stock market exchange will eventually surpass the US.

]]> <p>This week we discuss various economic systems used around the world and how they might influence our cultural values. Ibo discusses the decline of the Turkish economy, where inflation has reached an increase of 84%. And Jenna speculates about whether Shanghai&#39;s stock market exchange will eventually surpass the US.</p> 443df3bc-cfba-435a-8dd0-24e81cbcb0fe http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 06 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2147 yes full 9. Parental Expectations 9. Parental Expectations Jenna, İbrahim How have generational differences impacted parenting? How do the values and expectations of parents differ around the globe? This week we talk about the differences of familial expectations from Turkey, the US, and China. We also make predictions on the direction of Gen Z parenting.

]]> <p>How have generational differences impacted parenting? How do the values and expectations of parents differ around the globe? This week we talk about the differences of familial expectations from Turkey, the US, and China. We also make predictions on the direction of Gen Z parenting.</p> 5b81b145-a19a-4a35-af1d-7028cff7ad26 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 29 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2380 yes full 8. Political Tensions 8. Political Tensions Jenna, İbrahim Why do the Turkish and Greek people still hate each other? What is the exact definition of a dictator? Should we dump all politicians in the toilet? We will unravel it all.

]]> <p>Why do the Turkish and Greek people still hate each other? What is the exact definition of a dictator? Should we dump all politicians in the toilet? We will unravel it all.</p> 1de56e7e-88dc-49b7-a8cb-e418a4c12b68 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 22 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1939 yes full 7. Racial Fetishization 7. Racial Fetishization Jenna, İbrahim As we unravel the uncomfortable concept of racial fetishes, we touch on the topics of dating apps, Disney's Aladdin, slavery, and pornography. We also look back at the roots of racial stereotyping in colonialism and Hollywood.

]]> <p>As we unravel the uncomfortable concept of racial fetishes, we touch on the topics of dating apps, Disney&#39;s Aladdin, slavery, and pornography. We also look back at the roots of racial stereotyping in colonialism and Hollywood.</p> 632e96da-82dd-446d-87e6-40638bef7372 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 15 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000 2476 yes full 6. Good Manners 6. Good Manners Jenna, İbrahim This week we talk about differing standards of etiquette around the world and our own feelings towards traditional etiquette. We also discuss the lack of manners in online spaces. How do we decide what is "proper" in the global, modern age?

]]> <p>This week we talk about differing standards of etiquette around the world and our own feelings towards traditional etiquette. We also discuss the lack of manners in online spaces. How do we decide what is &#34;proper&#34; in the global, modern age?</p> cdf9d6ae-58fe-4e6e-b243-9852add6d7a4 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3942 yes full 5. Modern Diets and Agriculture 5. Modern Diets and Agriculture Jenna, İbrahim Will the billionaires of tomorrow own farmland? Should you be vegan? Are you ready for bug-based protein? This week we discuss how diets and modern methods of agriculture are changing throughout the world. And of course gripe about our corporate overlords.

]]> <p>Will the billionaires of tomorrow own farmland? Should you be vegan? Are you ready for bug-based protein? This week we discuss how diets and modern methods of agriculture are changing throughout the world. And of course gripe about our corporate overlords.</p> 8d091cde-e8e6-444d-9ab1-c36770c09cd9 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000 3685 yes full 4. Relationships 4. Relationships Jenna, İbrahim This might be a strange one. Our relatively straightforward conversation about relationship expectations devolves into the burning question of whether muslims are allowed to masturbate. Then we round out our topic by discussing traumatic circumcision.

]]> <p>This might be a strange one. Our relatively straightforward conversation about relationship expectations devolves into the burning question of whether muslims are allowed to masturbate. Then we round out our topic by discussing traumatic circumcision.</p> 042fde7e-3b4a-4b6c-ab5e-8cd99fd87759 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4105 yes full 1. Language Barriers 1. Language Barriers Jenna, İbrahim For our first episode we decided to discuss one of the most common problems for intercultural travelers- language barriers. We discussed our own experience with learning languages, the difficulties of accents, and how there are many more resources for learning languages with the rise of online media. We also discuss being mindful and patient with those learning your language.

]]> <p>For our first episode we decided to discuss one of the most common problems for intercultural travelers- language barriers. We discussed our own experience with learning languages, the difficulties of accents, and how there are many more resources for learning languages with the rise of online media. We also discuss being mindful and patient with those learning your language.</p> 2e519185-c738-4cd4-a092-f0b7bff39395 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000 3639 yes full 2. Alcohol and Drug Use 2. Alcohol and Drug Use Jenna, İbrahim How much do we really need drugs? This week we discussed the pervasive drinking culture in the United States, the emergence of new pharmaceutical drugs, and public perception of addiction.

]]> <p>How much do we really need drugs? This week we discussed the pervasive drinking culture in the United States, the emergence of new pharmaceutical drugs, and public perception of addiction.</p> 6986e261-3b95-49ca-9352-588881df2bc9 http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4728 yes full 3. Losing Our Religion 3. Losing Our Religion Jenna, İbrahim This week we discuss the growing global shift away from organized religion and talk about our personal relationship with Catholicism and Islam. Ibo discusses how leaders in Turkey use their religiosity for political gain, and Jenna talks about the dangers of giving power to the religiously ordained. We also ponder the existence of hell and if we should be fearful of what lies beyond death.

]]> <p>This week we discuss the growing global shift away from organized religion and talk about our personal relationship with Catholicism and Islam. Ibo discusses how leaders in Turkey use their religiosity for political gain, and Jenna talks about the dangers of giving power to the religiously ordained. We also ponder the existence of hell and if we should be fearful of what lies beyond death.</p> f275071e-0803-44d3-bdbf-08022478115b http://interculturepodcast.com/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4458 yes