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The Accidental Anthropologist

The Accidental Anthropologist

Written by: Catherine Zinger
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 How much of our behavior, belief systems and assumptions about others are dictated by our geography? The Accidental Anthropologist, hosted by Catherine Zinger, explores universal themes from diverse cultural perspectives to help listeners suspend default assumptions about how things "should be done." Catherine's multicultural background and experiences as a Filipina/American/Canadian living in Europe for 20+ years have made her culturally-astute at embracing "the new normal." She approaches each interview and topic with sensitivity, humour, authenticity and kindness.2020© Self-Help Social Sciences Success
Episodes
  • Empty Nesting Part 1: Freedom or Fear: How Do Different Cultures Around The World Approach The Empty Nest?

    Empty Nesting Part 1: Freedom or Fear: How Do Different Cultures Around The World Approach The Empty Nest?
    Nov 8 2022

    In this first episode of Season 2, Catherine asks the question: Is the acute sense of grief associated with empty nesting an American-only phenomenon or do other cultures suffer as intensely? In addition to storytelling about how she came to this question, Catherine shares the perspective of 8 women across 5 continents who talk about how parents in their respective countries approach this major life benchmark.
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    31 mins
  • High Horses: A Prelude to Season 2

    High Horses: A Prelude to Season 2
    Nov 7 2022

    It's Season 2! The Accidental Anthropologist is back with a new look & feel & vibe: new artwork, new music and a new life in new lands (Spain AND Gibraltar). In this season opener, Catherine shares her observations about what's trending on social media when it comes to cultural and generational differences. Also she gives an overview of what sort of themes and topics to expect (empty nesting, ghosting in friendships, dining around the world, etc.) and why Season 2 will be different to the last one.
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    16 mins
  • Deeper Voices - Men from Around The World Share What's Restored Their Faith In Humanity During The Pandemic

    Deeper Voices - Men from Around The World Share What's Restored Their Faith In Humanity During The Pandemic
    May 3 2021

    In the season finale of The Accidental Anthropologist, host Catherine Zinger asks 25 men from age 17 to 64 one question: "What is one thing during the pandemic that has restored your faith in humanity?" Hear their perspectives from the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Central Asia, Africa and Australia.

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    36 mins
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