Join us as we share our thoughts on returning to the U.S. after years abroad. We talk about the quirks of American life that stand out to us now—like the obsession with ice-filled drinks, constant weather complaints, and massive portion sizes. We also compare driving habits, discuss the higher cost of living, and reflect on how these experiences shape our pe ... Show More
Jul 28
Canciones infantiles: historias raras, mitos y recuerdos - Children's Songs: Strange Stories, Myths, and Memories
Becoming parents has given us a whole new appreciation for children’s songs, so in this episode, we’re sharing some of our favorites with Santi and the memories they bring back. We talk about bilingual nursery rhymes, classic Mexican lullabies, interactive songs that make little ... Show More
28m 16s
Jul 21
Vacaciones de verano: recuerdos, planes y escapadas del calor - Summer Vacation: Memories, Plans, and Escaping the Heat
Summer vacations mean something different depending on where you grew up, and in this episode, we look back on the childhood memories that shaped us—from playing outside in the rain in Mexico to biking through Minnesota during long summer days. We also talk about how owning a hom ... Show More
33m 6s
Jul 14
Operativo No Inglés: cuando las marcas se pusieron la verde | Operation No English: When Brands Got Behind Mexico
What happens when an entire country jokingly decides to “cancel” English for a day? In this episode, we explain the story behind Operativo No Inglés, the meaning of expressions like ponerse la verde and ¿Y si sí?, and the hilarious ways famous brands translated their names into S ... Show More
22m 44s
May 2024
165 - Chats with Shana: Culture Shock in the U.S. (Everyday Life)
In this Chats with Shana episode, I'm going to reflect on various aspects of US culture. Although I talk about culture all the time on here, it's not often we talk about some basic things, like everyday life things that can cause culture shock. The truth is, I don't often think a ... Show More
30m 45s
Sep 2023
Living abroad as an expat; the good, the bad and the ugly - AIRC482
<p>Are you living and working abroad in a country you didn't grow up in? If not, have you ever thought about what it might be like to be immersed in a different culture and language for a long period of time?</p> <p>In this episode, we talk about the advantages and the drawbacks ... Show More
53m 29s
Aug 2022
My Year of Shakespeare and Cancellation
The girlies are back and attempting to catch up with the culture after their summer vacation. They discuss the Problematic Authors list, Gabbie Hanna and the failure of the "mental health umbrella," why Bama rush and Navy Seals training is basically the same thing, and so much mo ... Show More
1h 13m
May 2025
189.2 - To Tip or Not to Tip? Cultural Curiosities with Liz
Welcome back to the second part of our chat about cultural curiosities! This episode is jam-packed with our thoughts on tipping, splitting the bill on first dates (a.k.a. “going Dutch”), personal space, how to handle food in someone’s teeth, and so much more! Hope you enjoy it! W ... Show More
39m 18s
