Cultural Compass by AE

πŸŽ™ Welcome to Cultural Compass by AE 🌍
This is not just a podcast β€” it's your weekly guide through the real, raw, and human experiences of immigrants, third-culture kids, and anyone trying to find β€œhome” in a world that keeps moving. 🌎

πŸ—“ New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday
⏰ Posted at 10 AM New York Time

From culture shock stories to language barriers, identity struggles, and life lessons from starting over abroad β€” we talk about it all, unfiltered and with heart. Whether you're living it, survived it, or just want to understand it better β€” this podcast is for you.

🎧 Available on YouTube and Spotify

πŸ‘‰ Subscribe and turn on the bell to join the journey.
πŸ‘‰ Let’s explore what it really means to belong.

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Cultural Compass by AE

🎧 Episode 25: I Was Treated Like a Stranger in My Own Land
Feeling alienated in the place you once called home can be deeply painful. In this episode, we share stories of immigrants and refugees who faced rejection and exclusionβ€”not just abroad, but sometimes even in their own homeland. It’s a powerful reflection on identity, belonging, and the meaning of home.

If you’ve ever felt like a stranger where you belong, this episode will resonate with you.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #Alienation #ImmigrantVoices #Belonging
#CulturalIdentity #LifeIn2025 #AECompass #DiasporaStories
#StrangerInMyLand #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

Cultural Compass by AE

🎧 Episode 24: Is Cultural Integration Even Possible?
Cultural integration is often seen as the ultimate goal β€” but is it truly achievable? In this episode, we explore the complexities, challenges, and realities of blending cultures. Can immigrants fully integrate without losing parts of themselves? Join us as we unpack what integration means in today’s global world.

If you’re curious about the balance between adaptation and identity, this episode is for you.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #CulturalIntegration #ImmigrantVoices #CulturalIdentity
#LifeIn2025 #AECompass #DiasporaStories #IdentityBalance
#GlobalCulture #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

Cultural Compass by AE

🎧 Episode 23: Life Before vs After Migration β€” The Harsh Truth
Migration changes everything β€” sometimes in ways we don’t expect. In this episode, we compare life before and after migration, sharing honest stories about the struggles, sacrifices, and surprises that come with starting over. It’s a raw look at the harsh truths behind the immigrant journey.

If you want the unfiltered story of migration, this episode is for you.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #MigrationTruths #ImmigrantVoices #LifeBeforeAfter
#CulturalIdentity #LifeIn2025 #AECompass #DiasporaStories
#ImmigrantJourney #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

Cultural Compass by AE

🎧 Episode 22: Why Immigrants Are the Real Hustlers
Immigrants face unique challenges that require grit, resilience, and relentless hustle. In this episode, we celebrate the hard work, determination, and entrepreneurial spirit that immigrants bring to building new lives against all odds. It’s a tribute to the true hustle behind every immigrant story.

For anyone inspired by perseverance and drive, this episode is for you.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #ImmigrantHustle #Resilience #ImmigrantVoices
#CulturalIdentity #LifeIn2025 #AECompass #DiasporaStories
#Perseverance #HardWork #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

Cultural Compass by AE

🎧 Episode 22: Why Immigrants Are the Real Hustlers
Immigrants face unique challenges that require grit, resilience, and relentless hustle. In this episode, we celebrate the hard work, determination, and entrepreneurial spirit that immigrants bring to building new lives against all odds. It’s a tribute to the true hustle behind every immigrant story.

For anyone inspired by perseverance and drive, this episode is for you.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #ImmigrantHustle #Resilience #ImmigrantVoices
#CulturalIdentity #LifeIn2025 #AECompass #DiasporaStories
#Perseverance #HardWork #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

Cultural Compass by AE

🎧 Episode 21: What I Miss Most About My Homeland
Leaving your homeland means leaving pieces of yourself behind. In this episode, we reflect on the memories, traditions, landscapes, and simple everyday things that immigrants miss most β€” the bittersweet nostalgia that stays with you no matter where you go.

If you’ve ever felt the pull of home from afar, this episode will resonate deeply.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #MissingHome #ImmigrantVoices #Nostalgia
#CulturalIdentity #LifeIn2025 #AECompass #DiasporaStories
#Homesickness #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

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🎧 Episode 20: My Passport Doesn’t Define Me
A passport is just a piece of paper β€” but identity is so much more. In this episode, we challenge the idea that where you come from on paper defines who you are. Through stories of identity, pride, and self-discovery, we explore how immigrants reclaim their narrative beyond borders and documents.

If you believe identity goes deeper than nationality, this episode speaks to you.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #IdentityBeyondBorders #ImmigrantVoices #SelfDiscovery
#CulturalIdentity #LifeIn2025 #AECompass #DiasporaStories
#BeyondNationality #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

Cultural Compass by AE

🎧 Episode 19: Language Barriers That Made Me Cry
Language can open doors β€” but it can also close them in heartbreaking ways. In this episode, we share raw stories about the frustration, isolation, and emotional struggles caused by language barriers. From misunderstandings to missed opportunities, these moments remind us how deeply language shapes our experience of belonging.

If you’ve ever felt lost in translation, this episode is for you.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #LanguageBarriers #ImmigrantVoices #EmotionalStruggles
#CulturalIdentity #LifeIn2025 #AECompass #DiasporaStories
#LostInTranslation #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

Cultural Compass by AE

🎧 Episode 19: Language Barriers That Made Me Cry
Language can open doors β€” but it can also close them in heartbreaking ways. In this episode, we share raw stories about the frustration, isolation, and emotional struggles caused by language barriers. From misunderstandings to missed opportunities, these moments remind us how deeply language shapes our experience of belonging.

If you’ve ever felt lost in translation, this episode is for you.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #LanguageBarriers #ImmigrantVoices #EmotionalStruggles
#CulturalIdentity #LifeIn2025 #AECompass #DiasporaStories
#LostInTranslation #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

Cultural Compass by AE

🎧 Episode 18: When You Love a Country That Doesn’t Love You Back
Loving a country can be complicated β€” especially when that country doesn’t always welcome you in return. In this episode, we explore the bittersweet emotions of feeling deep attachment and loyalty while facing rejection, discrimination, or indifference. It’s a story of hope, pain, and resilience.

For anyone who’s ever felt caught between love and heartbreak with their new home.

πŸ“… New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 10 AM EST on Spotify and YouTube.

πŸ”– Hashtags:
#CulturalCompass #UnrequitedLove #ImmigrantVoices #CulturalIdentity
#DiasporaStories #Resilience #LifeIn2025 #AECompass
#BelongingStruggles #CultureTalks #SpotifyPodcast

6 months ago | [YT] | 2