Matthew Grieve & Vasuman Ravichandran

Shockingly Cultured

Society EN ↓ 4 episodes

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.

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Matthew Grieve & Vasuman Ravichandran

Episodes

Small Town Heart vs Big City Hustle 02.12.2025 14:04

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.

Canada, A Melting Pot of Cultures 01.12.2025 13:54

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!

Shockingly Cultured Trailer 18.11.2025 1:58

From Home to Unknown 14.10.2025 17:29

In this podcast, we explore the experience of adapting to new environments and cultures, including first-hand observations from a guest from Mauritius.