Shockingly Cultured

This episode is about the differences between living in a small town and a major city. Co-host Matthew Grieve talks about how life changed for him when he moved from Sherbrooke, Quebec to Ottawa. Vasuman Ravichandran discusses his move from the small town of Perth, Ontario to Ottawa. 

What is Shockingly Cultured?

Shockingly Cultured is a podcast about the moments when Canada feels unfamiliar—even to Canadians. Whether it’s newcomers learning a new culture, small-town residents moving to big cities, or people discovering unexpected differences across provinces and workplaces. Each episode captures the challenges and surprises of starting over.