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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 019 Trust Yourself: A Story of Love, PhDs, and Pastry in a New Land
Cross-cultural Stories
49 minutes 28 seconds
1 week ago
Episode 019 Trust Yourself: A Story of Love, PhDs, and Pastry in a New Land

What does it take to rebuild your life and career in a foreign country? Juan and Carolina share their cross-cultural story: from the traffic jams of Bogotá to the supportive halls of Stanford. Learn how they found balance between a demanding PhD and a creative pastry career, and why their final advice is simple yet powerful: "Be patient and trust yourself.”

00:00 - Introduction

01:17 - Guests' Self-Introduction

02:39 - Describing Hometown Bogotá

08:32 - Music and Dance Culture

14:45 - Redefining the Meaning of Home

16:40 - Career Paths and Cross-Cultural Work

28:21 - Cultural Differences and Positive Experiences

38:01 - Support System and Personal Growth

41:28 - Advice for Others

46:12 - Growth in Their Relationship

47:52 - Conclusion

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.