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  • #76 - NBA 21-22 Season: Ben Simmons' Rift, Kyrie Irving's Vaccination Debacle, and Season Perspectives
    In this episode, the NBA crew discusses all the drama surrounding this NBA season. We talk about the rift between the Philadelphia 76ers and their star guard Ben Simmons. We discuss whether the fault solely belongs to Ben Simmons or whether the organization and the coach also need to be blamed. The guys then discuss Kyrie Irving's refusal to get vaccinated and how his decision has affected his team and the league as a whole. Finally, the guys give their perspectives of various teams.
    1 hr 20 min
  • #75 - U.S. Politics Update: Afghanistan, Infrastructure Bills, and Kamala Harris' Woes
    In this episode, we discussed all things U.S. politics. We talk about the crisis in Afghanistan and the history of US intervention in the Middle East. We then shift our attention to the Democrats' effort of passing both a reconciliation package and an infrastructure bill that has pitted moderate against progressives. Finally, we touch on Canada's relationship with China following the release of the two Michaels.
    1 hr 17 min
  • #74 - 2021 Canadian Federal Election Special: Election Night, Liberal Minority, and the State of Canadian Politics
    In this final episode of our 2021 Canadian federal election series, We offer our opinions about the election night. We talked about how Election Canada handled a pandemic election and discussed why some media's decision desks projected the election results before some polling places were closed. We also discussed whether this election was necessary or a waste of public funds. Finally, we talked about the COVID-19 situation in Alberta and much more!
    57 min
  • #73 - 2021 Canadian Federal Election Special: Climate Activism, Quebec Bashing, and Candidates' Sexual Assault Allegations
    In today’s episode, we give you a glimpse into what Election Day could look like as Canada receives more than 1.3 million requests for mail-in ballots.
    We also have a discussion on key moments from the recent debates, including the topic of systematic racism in Quebec.
    Finally, we look at where the parties stand in the final days and various potential outcomes.
    1 hr 12 min
  • #72 - 2021 Canadian Federal Election Special: Liberals' Struggles, Tories' Resurgence, and Anti-vax Fury.
    In this episode, we have a conversation on all things Canadian Politics. With the struggles of the Liberal party and the backlash facing Justin Trudeau, Erin O’Toole and the conservatives have seen their popularity rise in the polls. ⁣
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    This campaign has also seen an unprecedented rise in tension with anti-vax protesters showing up at Liberal events, and as of recently throwing gravel at the prime minister. We discuss all this and the potential outcomes of the 2021 election. ⁣
    1 hr 3 min
  • #71 - Marwa Sakhizada: Care2Give and Afghanistan's humanitarian crisis

    Welcome Back to Beyond Culture,

    This episode is a conversation with the founder of the Care2Give charity Marwa Sakhizada. Inspired by the charitable work of her father and a yearning for helping her people back home,

    Marwa began Care2Give in 2019.Since then, the charity has organized multiple projects in Afghanistan, such as building a water well in a small community in Kabul, working with the Allahudin orphanage and much more.As the Taliban take control of Afghanistan and the humanitarian crisis continues, Marwa shares her thoughts on the current situation facing all afghans and the future of women’s rights in the country.We also discuss the evacuation missions currently underway, the struggles of Afghan refugees and ultimately the work we can do here in Canada to offer our support.

    1 hr 2 min
  • #70 - Canadian Politics Summer Update: Mary Simon's Appointment, Snap Election, Green Party Troubles
    In this episode, we have a conversation on all things Canadian politics. After first being shortlisted in 2010, Mary Simon has officially been appointed as Canada’s Governor-General. We discuss this historic moment and the role she will play during a time when Canada faces a reckoning for its horrific treatment of Indigenous communities. Finally, we discuss the infighting that has taken place in the Green Party and offer our opinions on Annamie Paul’s leadership.
    1 hr 31 min
  • #69 - NBA 2021 Season Wrap-up: Suns' Collapse, Giannis' Triumph , and 2020 Olympics
    The NBA guys are back to recap the Finals and various news surrounding the league. Giannis Antetokounpo and the Milwaukee Bucks won their second championship in franchise history “the hard way”.
    The guys discuss Antetokounmpo’s historic game 6 performance, and the crucial roles Jrue Holiday and Kris Middleton played in winning this championship.
    Finally, we shift our attention to the free agency and the struggles team USA will be facing in the Tokyo Olympics.
    51 min
  • #68 - Farah Alfar: Talented Collegiate Basketball Player
    This episode is a conversation with collegiate basketball player Farah Alfar. As the NBA playoffs continue to be filled with twists and turns, we get her opinion on the league and who she hopes wins the championship.
    We then discuss her playing career, from her high school days to the University and College level. Furthermore, we touch on the importance of taking care of one's mental health, the pressures of being a student-athlete and the state of the WNBA.
    1 hr 7 min
  • #67 - NBA 2021 Finals: Chris Paul's Legacy Year, Giannis in Trouble, and ESPN's Crisis of Allyship
    In this episode, the NBA crew is back to discuss the NBA Finals. First, we shared our thoughts on the leaked audio of Rachel Nichols and her comments towards her fellow NBA personality Maria Taylor. We then take a deep dive in the NBA finals.
    After 16 years in the league, Chris Paul and the Phoenix Suns are competing for a championship against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks. We also discuss other NBA topics such as the Ben Simmons situation and the new era of NBA stars.
    1 hr 34 min

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Beyond Culture attempts to bridge the gap between culture and politics. The podcast focuses on informing young audiences about various cultural and political topics.