Culture Encounters’ Podcast

Culture Encounters is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to offering opportunities for people to encounter cultures from around the world using the arts, shared experiences and conversations as a tool. This podcast seeks to promote cultural awareness and appreciation one conversation at a time! Enjoy!

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode, Syeda Shah Part Two

Join us for an honest, emotionally charged episode of the culture encounters podcast, where we sit down with author, advocate, and educator Syeda Shah. Syeda shares her journey from Pakistan to the United States in the wake of 9/11 and how she found her place through her entrepreneurial spirit as she broke barrier, started her own business, and lived her dream! Part two of two. Website: CultureEncounters.org

10-06
20:59

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode, Syeda Shah: Part One

Join us for an honest, emotionally charged episode of the culture encounters podcast, where we sit down with author, advocate, and educator Syeda Shah. Syeda shares her journey from Pakistan to the United States in the wake of 9/11 and how she found her place through her entrepreneurial spirit as she broke barrier, started her own business, and lived her dream! Part one of two. Website: CultureEncounters.org

09-23
26:09

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode, Jennifer Quezada Part Two

Join us for part two of our enriching, courageous, and extremely important conversation with Culture Encounters Board Vice President and immigration Attorney: Jennifer Quezada. She shares her story along with the realities of navigating Immigration law in 2025. Part two of two. Website: https://www.cultureencounters.org/our-board/

09-15
29:07

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode, Jennifer Quezada Part One

Join us for part one of our enriching, courageous, and extremely important conversation with Culture Encounters Board Vice President and immigration Attorney: Jennifer Quezada. She shares her story along with the realities of navigating Immigration law in 2025. Part one of two. Website: https://www.cultureencounters.org/our-board/

08-26
25:27

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Darcy Oman

On today's episode, we sit down with Jessie Dzura as she discusses the life and legacy of her mother, Darcy Oman. Darcy was a pioneer in the nonprofit world of Richmond, Virginia. Hear how she opened doors for many and has had a lasting impact in her community. Website: https://www.cultureencounters.org/

08-15
22:38

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Aseye Gatty, Part Two

This week, We sit down with Aseye Gatty for an insightful conversation about the duality that comes from being a product of multiple cultures, as well as her appreciation for her Ghanian heritage and the experiences that shape her and her cultural identity. Part Two of Two. Website: Culture Encounters – Experiences That Connect

07-17
23:53

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Aseye Gatty, Part One

This week, We sit down with Aseye Gatty for an insightful conversation about the duality that comes from being a product of multiple cultures, as well as her appreciation for her Ghanian heritage and the experiences that shape her and her cultural identity. Part One of Two. Website: Culture Encounters – Experiences That Connect

07-04
15:25

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Pride Month

Today, we sit down with the executive director of Diversity Richmond: the Rev. Dr. Lacette Cross. We discuss the history of Pride Month, Pride in Richmond, Virginia, and Pride across the world. conceptual ideas of those who may experience what we call cultural intersections. It is a powerful, honest conversation about how cultural curiosity, can lead to kindness and empathy for all. Website: Culture Encounters – Experiences That Connect

06-26
46:59

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: "Barbie", Part Three

Join Chad and special guest Liz Chassey as they dissect the film 2023 hit Barbie from multiple perspectives, such as film and gender studies as they look at analyze how the filmmaking and storytelling devices come together to both make fun or and commentate on consumerism and being a woman in the patriarchal society ever-present in western culture. Part three of three. Website: Cultureencounters.org.

06-12
26:02

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Barbie Part Two

Join Chad and special guest Liz Chassey as they dissect the film 2023 hit Barbie from multiple perspectives, such as film and gender studies as they look at analyze how the filmmaking and storytelling devices come together to both make fun or and commentate on consumerism and being a woman in the patriarchal society ever-present in western culture. Part two of three. Website: Cultureencounters.org.

06-04
26:57

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Case Study, "Barbie" Part One

Join Chad and special guest Liz Chassey as they dissect the film 2023 hit Barbie from multiple perspectives, such as film and gender studies as they look at analyze how the filmmaking and storytelling devices come together to both make fun or and commentate on consumerism and being a woman in the patriarchal society ever-present in western culture. Part one of three. Website: Cultureencounters.org.

05-27
30:32

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Anime Part Two

Join me and my guest Eric Mitchell-Hattorff as we discuss the profound impact Japanese Anime had on us both and American culture as a whole in part two of this riveting two-part discussion on all things Anime! Website: Podcast – Culture Encounters

05-12
35:11

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Anime Part One

Join me and my guest Eric Mitchell-Hattorff as we discuss the profound impact Japanese Anime had on us both and American culture as a whole in part one of this riveting two-part discussion on all things Anime! Website: Podcast – Culture Encounters

05-04
28:03

Culture Encounters Podcast: Road Trip!: Toronto

Join Us today for the return on our "Road trip" series. This time, join my friend Julia Springer as we discuss all things Toronto, Canada! Website: Culture Encounters – Experiences That Connect

04-24
18:31

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Bridging Cultural Divides: An Inspiring Journey with Amma Gatty

Today, We bring you something different and special! We have audio from our own Founder Amma Gatty's interview on "Bridging Cultural Divides on Inspiring Nations with Sonja Keeve" Website: Culture Encounters – Experiences That Connect

04-09
28:44

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Women's History Month

Today we sit down with Counselor Liz Chassey and discuss this history of Women's History Month, as well as trends and conversations of feminism throughout history and today. Disclaimer: In order to truly discuss and honor the fight for women's equality in America, This episode discusses sensitive topics such as sexual violence. Website: Overview – Culture Encounters

03-27
53:53

Culture Encounters Podcast, Special Episode: Rap and Hip Hop, Part Two

Join me and my guest Bennie Herron as we discuss the history of Rap music and Hip Hop culture, dating back to the 1970's. Through this lens, conversations about inequality and the importance of personal and cultural artistic expression. Part Two of Two. Website: Overview – Culture Encounters

03-21
32:30

Culture Encounters: Special Episode: Rap and Hip Hop, Part One

Join me and my guest Bennie Herron as we discuss the history of Rap music and Hip Hop culture, dating back to the 1970's. Through this lens, conversations about inequality and the importance of personal and cultural artistic expression. Part One of Two. Website: Overview – Culture Encounters

03-12
29:44

Culture Encounters: Special Episode: Black History Month, Part Two

Join me and my guest, Educator Jamar Billips as we explore the history and importance of Black History Month in the United States! Part two of two: Website: Overview – Culture Encounters

03-03
16:52

Culture Encounters Podcast: Special Episode: Black History Month, Part One

Join me and my guest, Educator Jamar Billips as we explore the history and importance of Black History Month in the United States! Part one of two: Website: Overview – Culture Encounters

02-18
16:52

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