Crossing Cultures
Keith Urban and His Unusual Place in Nashville Before Making It Big
Before Keith Urban landed a Capital Records deal and the respect of the country music world, he had to face a lot of perplexity. As Nashville was the hub for country music, Urban’s Australian accent stuck out like a sore […]
On Food and How to Eat Seasonally
Mass production and distribution of food is present in the majority of countries. The result is a lack of acknowledgement regarding seasonal eating and food foraging. Mary Rondeau is a holistic nutritionist who draws from cultural practices and works to […]
‘Enhanced,’ A Futuristic YA Novel Set in Asia By Candace Kade, Hits Plenty Of TCK Notes
In a new novel by Candace Kade, it’s 2123 and everyone who can afford them has gene enhancements in the Asian Federation. Protagonist Lee Urban doesn’t have any enhancements but is adopted into the high society of New Beijing, where […]
Storytelling and Culture – Angela Flores On The Power to Remember
Storytelling is a vital part of the human experience. Stories give us the power to connect with people we have never met. It gives us the chance to understand the similarities and differences of our experiences within different cultures – […]
‘Dr. Jenn’ On Helping Parents Show Their Mixed-Race Kids How To Figure Out Their Own Identities
For Dr. Jennifer Noble, a clinical psychologist and parenting coach, the best way for kids to figure out their individual identities, particularly if they’re mixed-race, is through informed parents. HER BACKGROUND “Dr. Jenn,” as she’s known online, is a licensed […]
Videography: Timeless Media and Influence
Videography has developed into a timeless media tool. Students at Colorado State University are seeking to gain knowledge in relation to this ever-growing form of storytelling, including those with cross-cultural backgrounds. A TIMELESS FORM OF MEDIA With growing technologies, scholars […]
Rihanna’s Powerful Impact On The R&B Music Scene With Her Inspiring Barbadian Style
While many know Rihanna by her harmonious R&B ballads and her tasteful fashion statements, what many don’t know about the multifaceted pop artist is her nationality and background. Born in Barbados, her father is Barbadian and her mother is Guyanese. […]
A New Life In A New Language
Finding a new life in a new place can be difficult, rewarding and can bring lots of learning with it. Whether looking for adventures or looking for a better life, people move across the world all the time, sometimes to […]