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• SPOOOOOKY Animals Around the World! Or...Are They?

  All aboard the Culture Train for a spooky adventure full of surprises! 👻 Join Kristen, Asher, and Arden as they wander through a magical forest filled with animals that might seem spooky at FIRST, but hold special meaning in cultures around the world. Meet owls that whisper wisdom in Greece and Japan, and black cats that bring luck and love instead of fright! Along the way, discover how stories, beliefs, and traditions can change the way we see the world around us. By the end of this adventure, you might just realize that what feels spooky at first can turn out to be something beautiful- when we take time to learn, listen, and look a little closer. 🌍✨ 💛 Support Our Work Culture Kids Productions is a small nonprofit powered by passion and community. Your donations help us keep creating audio adventures that inspire curiosity, belonging, and joy for kids everywhere. 👉 Donate or learn more: www.culturekidsproductions.org 📧 Contact us: [email protected] 📸 Follow us: Instagram @culturekidsproductions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@culturekidsproductions Every gift — big or small — helps our tiny team continue to share the world’s stories with children and families everywhere. Thank you for being part of the Culture Kids community! 🌈🚂 Credits: Written and Produced by: Kristen Kim Hosts: Kristen, Asher, and Arden Kim Audio Engineer: Robin Lai Education Consultant: Elisha Li Nonprofit Consultant: Ami Awad

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• 🏰 From Castles to Feta Cheese: A Greek Adventure in Nafpaktos!

  All aboard the Culture Train! This time we’re heading to the sunny seaside town of Nafpaktos, Greece! Join Asher and Kristen as they visit their friend Mr. Dino, a passionate chef and storyteller, in his cozy family kitchen overlooking the sparkling Gulf of Corinth. Together, they’ll explore what makes Greek food so special, from flaky, cheesy tyropita to creamy, salty feta, and discover how every bite tells a story of family, history, and love. We’ll stroll through cobblestone streets, learn about the ancient Venetian castle watching over the harbor, and hear how language, food, and family are deeply woven into Greek life. Plus, Asher gets brave enough to try feta for the first time (and spoiler: he actually likes it!). 🍽 Featured Guest: 👨‍🍳 Mr. Dino, creator of Loud Mouth Kitchen on YouTube, where he shares approachable recipes from his Greek heritage and beyond, with lots of personality and heart. Make a tyropita HERE with Mr. Dino!!! Grown ups, please subscribe and check out his YT channel for meal inspirations! Website: https://loudmouthkitchen.com/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@LoudmouthKitchen IG: https://www.instagram.com/loudmouth_kitchen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loudmouth_kitchen 🚂 Please support Culture Kids! Visit culturekidsproductions.org and click the “Support” tab to help us keep our Culture Train rolling! Here’s how you can help: Donate: https://www.culturekidsmedia.com/support/ Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts — it really helps new families discover our show. Credits Host and Produced By: Kristen Kim Co-Hosts: Asher & Arden Kim Guest: LoudMouth Kitchen, Mr. Dino Featured Music: Miqayel Voskanyan Produced by Culture Kids Productions, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children embrace a multicultural mindset. Post Production & Audio Engineer: Robin Lai Academic Consultant: Elisha Li Nonprofit Consultant: Ami Awad Stay connected with us: Instagram: @culturekidsproductions Website: http://culturekidsproductions.com Email / Voicemail: available through our site.. we love hearing from you!

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• K Pop Demon Hunters, Hanboks & Joseon Dynasty!

  All aboard the Magical Culture Train — we’re heading to Seoul, South Korea! 🌏 Join Kristen and Asher as they travel to Gyeongbokgung Palace, one of Korea’s most famous royal palaces, and visit a hanbok shop to learn all about the traditional clothing of kings, queens, and everyday people from long ago. 👘 Inspired by K-Pop Demon Hunters, Asher gets curious about the famous black hat — the gat — worn by the saja boys in the movie! Together, they discover where these hats came from, what Korean kings and queens really wore during the Joseon Dynasty, and how these traditions still shine in Korean culture today. In this episode, your family will: 🎶 Explore how K-pop and traditional Korean fashion meet in fun ways — even in K-Pop Demon Hunters! 👑 Learn what Korean kings and queens wore hundreds of years ago 🎨 Discover the colorful beauty and meaning behind the hanbok 🏯 Step into Gyeongbokgung Palace — a 600-year-old royal home in the heart of Seoul 💡 Find out how everyday people once wore gats, the tall black hats that became symbols of wisdom and respect This adventure brings together history, art, music, and pop culture, showing how ancient Korean traditions continue to inspire creativity today — from royal palaces to K-pop stages! 🌸 Please Support Culture Kids! Culture Kids Productions is a small, volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to helping families embrace differences, explore world cultures, and build empathy through storytelling. If you’d like to help us continue creating free educational audio adventures for kids everywhere: 🎁 Support us today: www.culturekidsmedia.com/support ⭐ Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts — this helps other families discover our show! 💌 Share our podcast with a friend or your child’s teacher — every share helps our mission grow! 📸 Instagram: @culturekidsproductions 🌐 Website: www.culturekidsproductions.org 📬 Email: [email protected] Learn more about Gyeongbokgung Palace: Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace (경복궁) was the royal residence of Korean kings during the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897). The name “Gyeongbokgung” means “Palace Greatly Blessed by Heaven.” Visitors today can explore its Throne Hall (Geunjeongjeon), Gyeonghoeru Pavilion, and Hyangwonjeong Pond, where the royal family once rested. You can even rent a hanbok nearby and walk through the palace like royalty — just like Mom and Asher did in today’s episode! Written and produced by Kristen and Asher Kim Hosted by Kristen and Asher Kim Special thanks to John Kim for helping us learn about hanboks! Theme music by Culture Kids Productions 🎵

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• Armenian Rug Washing Fun in Ushi!

  Grab your imaginary passports, Culture Kids! 🌍 Today, we’re heading back to the peaceful village of Ushi in Armenia for a splashy, bubbly adventure. Children’s book author Ms. Astrid welcomes us into her home to join her family’s rug washing day, a beloved tradition passed down for generations. Along the way, we’ll meet Arden (Asher’s sister!) as she hops on the Culture Train, discover heirloom rugs and dragon carpets, and join Astrid’s children, Aren and Haram, for the most epic rug-cleaning dance party ever. Spoiler: there’s even a rainbow! 🌈 About Astrid Kamalyan: This episode is inspired by Babo: A Tale of Armenian Rug Washing Day, written by Astrid Kamalyan and illustrated by Anait Semirdzhyan. Learn more about the book and Astrid’s work: astridkamalyan.com Order your copy here: Bookshop.org (support your local independent bookstore!) Special Thank You To: This episode features music from Miqayel Voskanyan, an award-winning Armenian tar player and composer known for blending ancient folk traditions with modern sounds. His work celebrates Armenia’s vibrant musical heritage. Follow Miqayel on Instagram: @miqayelvoskanyan Learn more and listen to his music: http://miqayelvoskanyan.com Culture Kids is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit powered by families and volunteers, creating free, world-class cultural education for children everywhere. We rely on your support to keep the Culture Train chugging along. Here’s how you can help: Donate: https://www.culturekidsmedia.com/support/ Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts — it really helps new families discover our show. Credits Host and Produced By: Kristen Kim Co-Hosts: Asher & Arden Kim Guest: Astrid Kamalyan, author of Babo: A Tale of Armenian Rug Washing Day Featured Music: Miqayel Voskanyan Produced by Culture Kids Productions, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children embrace a multicultural mindset. Post Production & Audio Engineer: Robin Lai Academic Consultant: Elisha Li Nonprofit Consultant: Ami Awad Stay connected with us: Instagram: @culturekidsproductions Website: http://culturekidsproductions.com Email / Voicemail: available through our site — we love hearing from you!

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• Off to Hong Kong: Egg Tarts, Dim Sum and City Lights!

  In this episode, Kristen and Asher hop aboard the Culture Train to Hong Kong to explore its lively streets, sounds, and flavors. They meet Ms. Dan Song, teacher, author, and taichi coach and learn about her Our City Adventure series, including why Hong Kong is one of her featured cities. Together, they taste Hong Kong style egg tarts with their golden flaky crusts and silky custard filling, learn the history of how these treats came to be, and talk about the unique mix of languages and traditions that make Hong Kong so special. You’ll hear Asher’s first big bite reaction, Ms. Dan’s stories about her students and writing, and fun facts about Hong Kong’s mix of city energy, countryside escapes, and delicious food culture. You’ll even get a peek at what makes dim sum so much more than just a meal...it’s a way to gather with friends and family. This episode shows how even a small pastry can carry big stories and bring people together. About Our City Adventure Series : The Our City Adventure series is published by Phoenix Tree Publishing, Inc. These books invite readers to travel vicariously through several of China’s exciting cities: Xi’an, Chengdu, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, etc., learning about the local culture, language, foods, and more! Buy Here: https://www.phoenixtree.com/shop Search for "Our City Adventures" and choose a city of your choice- or buy them all!

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