Canada, A Melting Pot of Cultures

This episode is about the multicultural landscape of Canada. We talk to a guest speaker, Alex Gonzalez, who studies at Algonquin College. Alex is a Mexican Canadian, and he talks about his identity, his roots, his love for Canada and Mexico. But who does he cheer for when Canada plays Mexico in soccer? Check out this episode to find out!

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.