EL2 at New Trier

Meet the World

Society EN ↓ 35 episodes

Welcome to Meet the World, where you learn about other cultures from the people who know it best. This is a student podcast from New Trier High School near Chicago, but it explores the whole world.

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EL2 at New Trier

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Songkram Festival in Thailand 11.03.2026 3:31

If you are visiting Thailand, you can’t miss Thai New Year called Songkarn! But you may get wet.

Tenochtitlan - The Aztec City in Mexico 11.03.2026 4:12

Learn more about the old city in Mexico known as City of Tenochtitlan. This city was built by a group of people called Aztecs approximately 700 years ago. Here is a link for more information: https://tenochtitlan.thomaskole.nl/

Pancake Week in Russia 10.03.2026 3:12

Maslenitsa is a big festival to say goodbye to the cold winter and say hello to spring. People eat many delicious pancakes and have fun with their friends. Here is a recipe: https://tarasmulticulturaltable.com/blinchiki-russian-crepes/

Manila Cathedral 10.03.2026 3:55

If you visiting the Philippines, there’s a bunch of things to do inside of the Manila Cathedral. Here is a link to learn more: https://manilacathedral.com.ph/

May 9th - A Major Russian Holiday 13.03.2025 2:06

The most important holiday in Russia is May 9th. People still remember it by celebrating this holiday, when their grandparents fought for our country during WWII.

Chapultepec Castle in Mexico City 13.03.2025 2:36

Learn about the famous castle in Mexico City and the Hero Boys who died there.

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque 13.03.2025 2:20

Learn about Hagia Sophia Grand mosque which is located in Istanbul, Turkey. Hagia Sophia is very unique because of the time it was built and because of the mosaic and glass art on the ceiling.

Sweep the Tomb Day in China 13.03.2025 3:41

Learn about this Chinese holiday Qing Ming festival. Qing Ming festival is a very important family tradition in Chinese culture.

The Life of General Toussaint Louverture 13.03.2025 2:07

Learn about one of the heroes in Haiti and what he did for his country, and how he fought for the rights of his people.

Atatürk - The Father of Turkey 13.03.2025 2:58

Atatürk is the founder of the Turkey Democratic Republic. In Turkey people call him Father Of The Turks. If you need to learn more information about him just listen the podcast.

Faker - Korean Champion Gamer 23.02.2024 2:53

Learn about a famous Korean videogame champion called Faker. He is so famous in Korea. You can watch him on Twitch or go to blix.gg/news/who-is-faker.

Watered Monday - A famous Ukrainian Holiday 23.02.2024 2:10

Learn more about this holiday in Ukraine where people soak each other with water to celebrate Easter and have fun.

Pechersk Lavra - Ukrainian Monastery 15.02.2024 3:43

Learn more about this famous Ukrainian church and monastery in Kyiv with caves below. And check out this website: https://lavra.ua/en

Okey - A famous Turkish game 12.02.2024 2:02

Learn about a famous tile game from Turkey that is similar to Gin Rummy. Buy the game here on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/byC28

Pamukkale - Turkish Mineral Baths 12.02.2024 2:12

Learn about this special place in Turkey that we call “The Cotton Castle.” And see it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VaAY9NuctMY?si=GyLntY3lfIntMHW2

Ukrainian Winter Baptisms 10.02.2023 2:45

Learn about this Ukrainian tradition of going into very cold water.

Tuna or Prickly Pear Fruit 10.02.2023 3:24

Learn about this famous cactus fruit that is even on the Mexican flag.

The Round Tower of Copenhagen 09.02.2023 3:09

Learn about this famous landmark in Copenhagen and why it is so important to Danish people.

Yalda night in Iran 23.04.2021 2:48

This episode about a famous festival in Iran.

Japanese Temple Takahata-Fudo 23.04.2021 3:05

Today I will introduce the Japanese temple Takahata-Fudo.

Taipei underground street. 23.04.2021 3:36

This episode is going to talk about Taiwanese’s secret place — Taipei underground street

Korean Baseball player 30.10.2019 3:29

EE2 This is the Korean baseball player link. www. ChooShinShoo.mlb.com. If you want to watch his home runs, you can go to this link. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1s4zRNemql0

Korean Cookie Holiday 30.10.2019 4:36

1.Here is the more information about Pepero day 👉🏻 ( https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pepero ) 👉🏻 2.Link for buy Pepero

Korean Hat Dance 30.10.2019 2:56

Video about Sangmo : https://youtu.be/2ZJvT-a8NOw

Interesting Taiwanese Food 30.10.2019 4:10

check this website. Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJEqz9wtd9s