Dr Diana Onco-ingyadet traces her ancestry to Navajo/ Diné nation (Reed People Clan) as well as Kiowa and Comanche on her Father's side. She grew up attending a tribal high-school in Oklahoma and talks to Culture Class about her experiences growing up. She also dispels some general misconceptions surrounding Native Americans. Diana is currently an Assistant Director at the Native American Cultural Center @ Yale University. Photo credit: Steven Toya Make Up: Kristy Bedoni
Jan 25, 2021•56 min
Annelise grew up a ballet dancer and ended up touring Europe before securing a residency in Las Vegas. She talks about experiencing different cultures through the world of dance.
Jan 19, 2021•51 min
Jasmin is an Australian model with German & Persian heritage. She talks growing up in Sydney+Canberra, domestic violence, getting into modelling and appearing on the cover of Playboy Magazine. Jasmin's reality show: https://www.dailymotion.com/JasminShojaiTv
Jan 11, 2021•47 min
The Bemba language (aka ChiBemba) is a Bantu language spoken primarily in north-eastern Zambia. Mapalo, who was born in Lusaka looks forward to going back to Zambia after 13 years and brushes up on her Bemba.
Jan 04, 2021•50 min
Nosa breaks down plans for 2021. Thanks to all our listeners.
Dec 28, 2020•17 min
Matous has Slovakian and Polish heritage. He talks about how growing up in New Mexico was a far cry from Europe.
Dec 21, 2020•44 min
Karima grew up shy and sheltered in South Dakota and talks about her love for music
Dec 15, 2020•36 min
At 9 years old, Ahmed had to flee his village in Afghanistan. He lived undocumented in an orphanage in Malaysia for several years before emigrating to the US. He talks about his struggles and what he remembers about his home; Ghazni.
Dec 07, 2020•55 min
Mohamed is from Sudan but spent 9 years in a Kenyan Refugee Camp. He talks about what it was like and how he's trying to start a new life in the US. Support the Podcast: PayPal: paypal.me/supportcultureclass Amazon Wishlist: amzn.to/3cmdUFW
Nov 30, 2020•1 hr 20 min
Nosa shares a few facts about Culture Class ; marking 100 episodes of the podcast. Send us more questions. Support the Podcast: PayPal: paypal.me/supportcultureclass Amazon Wishlist: amzn.to/3cmdUFW Patreon: www.patreon.com/cultureclasspodcast Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/cultureclasspodcast Email: cutureclasspodcast@gmail.com Website: cultureclasspodcast.com
Nov 23, 2020•38 min
Its been a long journey. Thanks to everyone who contributed to getting us here. 100 weeks of consistent podcasting. Please consider supporting the Podcast: PayPal: paypal.me/supportcultureclass Amazon Wishlist: amzn.to/3cmdUFW Patreon: www.patreon.com/cultureclasspodcast Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/cultureclasspodcast
Nov 16, 2020•26 min
Nick was born in the Ukraine to mixed parents but grew up in North Carolina in the USA. On this episode, we talk adoption, college life, international travel, athletics and struggling with one's identity.
Nov 09, 2020•50 min
Jon is building an immersive art and experience landscape in collaboration with other brilliant and highly creative minds. Drawing inspiration from Burning Man, he calls it Everland. Support the Podcast: PayPal: paypal.me/supportcultureclass Amazon Wishlist: amzn.to/3cmdUFW
Nov 02, 2020•51 min
First published April 2019, Nosa learns about Pupusas and tries to speak some Spanish in this throwback episode. Nathalie , our final guest for HHM was born in El Salvador.
Oct 26, 2020•51 min
Nosa shares his opinion about the ongoing #EndSARS protests happening in Nigeria. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3j92SXN
Oct 19, 2020•42 min
National Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept 15 - Oct 15 in the United States and recognizes the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Culture Class Podcast participates in the celebration by showcasing Hispanic voices throughout the month of October. Elvis, our second guest for HHM was born in the US but reps Guatemala.
Oct 12, 2020•1 hr 12 min
National Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept 15 - Oct 15 in the United States and recognizes the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Culture Class Podcast participates in the celebration by showcasing Hispanic voices throughout the month of October. Elizabeth, our first guest for HHM was born on the Elpaso border (between Texas and Mexico) and reps Mexico.
Oct 05, 2020•56 min
Reverend Jide Macaulay is an Openly gay British-Nigerian Priest of the Anglican Church of England. He focuses his ministry on inclusion and reconciliation of sexuality, spirituality and human rights. In this episode, the Reverend recounts his fight for acceptance in an institution as old and as conservative as the Church of England. We also examine the Church's stance on same sex union. While we may not have all the answers, we tried out best to ask the right questions.
Sep 28, 2020•1 hr 13 min
Former NFL Player TJ Wright talks about the similarities between American Football and Soccer. He also dishes out advise to potential NFL players on how to play the game; on and off the field
Sep 21, 2020•1 hr 3 min
What are the similarities between Nigerian Pidgin and Jamaican Patois? La-Doniea explains. She also talks about growing up in Montego Bay, the connection between Patois and Twi and the famous Jamaican poet Louise Bennett. Website: breakthruln.com
Sep 14, 2020•51 min
Jonesy is an American comedian who got stuck while touring Asia during the start of the pandemic. He went to on to make his way through Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan & Singapore under uncertain circumstances. He also talks growing up in Boston, the life of a working comedian, why he would like to visit Nigeria & his daily funny news podcast Weird AF News. website: http://Jonesy.com
Sep 07, 2020•1 hr 18 min
Eddie is a fitness buff who co-owns fitness & cultural brand Gold Coast Warriors. He shares his experience bodybuilding, talks about keeping healthy during the pandemic and explains why his Ghanaian roots are important to everything he does.
Aug 31, 2020•58 min
Conor & Greg are fashion entrepreneurs who sell gorgeous Peruvian designs through their brand Staple-Clothing. They have a plan to use their company to bridge culture gaps; making clothing that not only brings the world together, but gives back to communities where materials are sourced. Giveaway: - A giveaway of 5 Staple Clothing masks for the first 5 customers that use the code FREEMASKCC on staple-clothing.com (shipping & handling covered by the listener) - 15% off the entire store wi...
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr
Priya is a Foreign Service Officer who spent many years in countries like Mali, Philippines and Pakistan. She talks about her travel experiences and explains what it takes to get into the foreign service. She also talks about her HR Company that helps returning expatriates adjust. Website: https://www.nextpat.us/
Aug 17, 2020•58 min
On this episode, Ghada talks about her upcoming book 'THE WORLD GATE: Public Policy in Saudi Arabia' More info on the Book: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-world-gate--2 Ghada Alrefia is a consultant, writer, and podcaster who is interested in strategic management and public policy. Ghada holds a degree in International Business Management from King Abdulaziz University and another Master’s Degree in Public Policy Management from Georgetown University. She is currently a MISK trainee work...
Aug 13, 2020•20 min
Arya Samaj, a socio-religious movement that started in India in 1875, is pillared on Vedic values and experiences of Swami Dayanand. The movement started with defining God, the living, and nature as Eternals. The Arya Samaj picked up when it started working against unpopular religious practices like child marriage, untouchability in Indian society, and depletion status of women. Highlighting the role of Anglo-Vedic education, practicing general societal good and democratic leadership structure a...
Aug 10, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Rob Greenlee is considered a pioneer in the industry and has been podcasting for 16 years. He has worked for everyone from Microsoft to Libsyn and PodcastOne. We talk about his early days and I pick his brain on where podcasting is headed; from distribution to technology, monetization, regulation & diversity. Rob was inducted into the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame in 2017. EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY MANSCAPED. GET 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING BY USING THE PROMO CODE 'CULTURECLASS' @ culturecl...
Aug 03, 2020•1 hr 33 min
Felice and Peter Hardy are married ski journalists from Winchester, Hampshire who've been to over 500 ski resorts around the world. They talk about their experience skiing in Val-d'Isère (France), Appi Kogen (Japan), Ischgl (Austria)and give their two cents on marriage, journalism and living your best life. More Info: https://welove2ski.com/ Their Podcast: www.actionpackedtravel.com
Jul 20, 2020•49 min
I travelled to Washington DC and had an extended conversation with Daryl Davis. We initially interviewed Daryl on Episode 077. Daryl's website: www.daryldavis.com/ Support the podcast: www.paypal.me/supportcultureclass
Jul 18, 2020•1 hr 11 min
President Kevin Baugh is the current Dictator of The Republic of Molossia; is a micro-nation just outside Reno, Nevada. He talks about his country, The Molossian Navy, their recent space program and why they render foreign aid to the United States.
Jul 13, 2020•43 min
