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Aug 2024
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In the ninth episode of "Culture Mapping," we have an insightful conversation with George Katodrytis, a distinguished architect and professor with deep roots in both Cyprus and the UAE. George has spent many years in the UAE and is a passionate advocate for the country’s unique approach to urbanism and its rapid development.

We explore George’s multicultural journey, including his marriage to a South Korean partner, and how their diverse backgrounds influence their life together. George also shares his thoughts on the relaxed, easygoing lifestyle of Cypriots and how it contrasts with the fast-paced growth of the UAE.

Join us as we dive into the intersections of architecture, culture, and personal experience, gaining a deeper understanding of how different worlds come together in the ever-evolving landscape of Dubai. 

 

Cheers to the sponsor of this season - Flowwow, a marketplace where you can find flowers and presents for all the occasions. Use promocode CULTURE to get 15% discount  on any purchase, it is available till 31 December 2024. Download the app: https://flowwow.com/s/CULTURE


This show is created by storm, a podcast production studio, and movingo, an all-in-one platform for business setup & entrepreneurs relocation.

 

Hosts and producers: Anastasia Davydova, Konstantin Koloskov

Sound Engineer: Elina Bolshenkova

Artwork: https://www.instagram.com/yad.vzglad/

Jingle: Ziv Moran “Easy Peasy”

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