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Careers in Coffee Around the World
While coffee is a staple in most peoples lives, what many don’t think about is careers in the coffee industry.
Diversity at the Emmys … or Lack Thereof?
It looks like the Emmy Awards are slowly inching their way toward being more diverse.
For Spike Lee, ‘The Struggle Continues’ When Making Multicultural Movies
For Oscar-winning filmmaker Spike Lee, even though there’s been an uptick in the number of multicultural storytellers in movies, “the struggle continues.”
How Netflix’s ‘Queen Cleopatra’ Sparked Allegations Of ‘Blackwashing’ And A Conversation Over Culture, Race and Identity in Modern Egypt
The world recognizes ancient Egypt as a civilization characterized by its openness to other cultures. It was a melting pot of different civilizations and ethnicities, and one of the ancient world’s premier civilizations because of its legendary history, culture, art […]
Three Remarkable Cross-Cultural Fashion Designers Who Are Redefining The ‘Statement Piece’
In the world of fashion, a “statement piece” is an article of apparel meant to help the wearer stand out and express their unique personality and style. Yet, some fashion designers are leveraging their craft to create head-turning pieces to convey a deeper message.
Meet three cross-cultural designers who are redefining the statement piece.
How Being Half Korean Defined One Artist’s Search for Identity
When John Kim Faye deserved a good scolding as a child, his mother lapsed into her native Korean, leaving him somewhere between bewildered and amused. Sure, he was half Korean, but Faye didn’t speak that language, having been born in […]
One Layer Deeper: ‘Polite Society,’ A Fun Romp Infused With Pakistani Culture Plus Adorable Film Shorts
In this edition of One Layer Deeper, we review a movie about a Pakistani martial artist, along with a series of short films. Let’s get right into it! ‘POLITE SOCIETY’ “Polite Society” is a playful romp from writer/director Nida Manzoor, […]
On the Challenges of Filial Piety While Interacting Across Borders
“You are 34 now, have you considered settling down? When do you think you are ready for a marriage and to build your nuclear family? Eventually, you need to have your life partner and offspring.” “Last week, your grandma didn’t […]