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Cross-cultural Stories
Ray
19 episodes
1 week ago
We all carry invisible suitcases when we leave home. Packed with language, memories, rituals, contradictions—and the courage to grow. I’m Ray, a chemical engineer turned storyteller. Born in China, I spent 15 years living in South Korea before moving to Stanford, California. In this podcast, I talk to friends, family, and fellow travelers in Mandarin, English, or Korean about the things we bring with us—and the things we leave behind. We explore cultural differences, identity shifts, everyday joy, and emotional struggles. You may hear your own story in ours.
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We all carry invisible suitcases when we leave home. Packed with language, memories, rituals, contradictions—and the courage to grow. I’m Ray, a chemical engineer turned storyteller. Born in China, I spent 15 years living in South Korea before moving to Stanford, California. In this podcast, I talk to friends, family, and fellow travelers in Mandarin, English, or Korean about the things we bring with us—and the things we leave behind. We explore cultural differences, identity shifts, everyday joy, and emotional struggles. You may hear your own story in ours.
Show more...
Mental Health
Health & Fitness
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Episode 016 Global Roots: A Chinese Scientist's Search for Belonging (English)
Cross-cultural Stories
43 minutes 47 seconds
4 weeks ago
Episode 016 Global Roots: A Chinese Scientist's Search for Belonging (English)

In this special episode, the tables are turned as podcast host Ray, me, becomes the interviewee. Gently guided by Stanford volunteer Brad's insightful questions, I open up about my journey across three cultures: China, South Korea, and the United States. I share my upbringing in China's Henan province, how living in Korea helped me find a self that felt "seen," and my navigation between career and passion as a research professional. I delve into why living abroad strengthened my connection to my Chinese roots and what ultimately inspired me to create a podcast dedicated to capturing cross-cultural stories. This is more than a personal narrative; it's a genuine conversation about identity, belonging, and the pivotal turns in life's path. I hope this episode could resonate you whoever you are. 

Cross-cultural Stories
We all carry invisible suitcases when we leave home. Packed with language, memories, rituals, contradictions—and the courage to grow. I’m Ray, a chemical engineer turned storyteller. Born in China, I spent 15 years living in South Korea before moving to Stanford, California. In this podcast, I talk to friends, family, and fellow travelers in Mandarin, English, or Korean about the things we bring with us—and the things we leave behind. We explore cultural differences, identity shifts, everyday joy, and emotional struggles. You may hear your own story in ours.