Intersections

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What Makes us Canadian: Episode 10

There are many ways to show your allegiance to the maple leaf: from the friends you hang out with, to the passport you carry, to where you live. Even whether or not you barbecue. On our last episode, we ask: How do we show how Canadian we are?

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:30]

Ethnic Humour: Episode 9

Ethnic jokes are tricky – they’re either really funny or downright offensive. Many of us don’t touch them with a ten-foot pole. But some people say the payoff is worth it. We’ll explore what makes us laugh – and cringe - when it comes to ethnic humour.

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:30]

Doctors, Patients and Culture: Episode 8

If we come from a culture different from our doctor’s, we can feel they just don’t get us. And with so many patients from foreign countries and languages, docs can get paranoid about being misunderstood. Culture and the doctor-patient relationship.

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:30]

Sports and Culture: Episode 7

When cultural tensions come into sports, there can be more at stake than just winning. From racial slurs on the ice to clashes with coaches, we're exploring how culture affects how we play and enjoy sports together.

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:30]

Law and Order: Episode 6

Do you revere – or sneer – at police officers and judges? It might have to do with your cultural background. We explore the complex relationships we have the people who serve and protect us.

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:30]

Spending and Lending: Episode 5

Where we come from can influence how we lend, spend and save. And "giving" can take on a whole other meaning. We'll explore how cultural perceptions of money affect our relationships.

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:30]

Mating and Dating: Episode 4

Most young Canadians are busy flirting and courting, but that’s a big no-no in some cultures. And it's not just dating, cultural expectations can add new meaning to "happily ever after". We explore how culture affects the way we date and mate in Canada.

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:30]

Culture on the Job: Episode 3

Millions of Canadians from different cultural backgrounds rub shoulders every day on the job. And sometimes it can create a bit of friction – when you’re trying to get a job, navigate the job, and get promoted.

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:29]

Class and Culture: Episode 2

Think we don’t have a class system in Canada? Think again. We’ll look at cultural hierarchies based on your job, the shade of your skin and how long you’ve been in this country. It may surprise you how privilege plays out in our everyday lives.

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:30]

Episode 1 - Sharing Public Space

Immigrants are coming to Canada from all over the world, mixing with an already diverse population. We often co-exist quite happily but sometimes, sparks can fly. We explore how well we share public space - from neighbourhoods, to public pools.

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[mp3 file: runs 00:27:30]