Culture Kids

By Culture Kids Productions

Culture Kids is a multiple award-winning nonprofit organization that creates immersive audio adventures, helping children explore the world and connect with people, places, and stories in meaningful w... more

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Number 1: Pink Milk, Crispy Samosas & Pakistani Hospitality!
Asher and Mom visit family friend Miral Sattar, whose roots stretch from Pakistan to Burma to Persia, for a hands-on lesson in how food becomes a love language across cultures. Kids will learn about Rooh Afza rose milk, crispy beef samosas, Burmese khow suey noodles, the tradition of chai hospitality, and creamy pistachio kulfi, all while discovering why sharing a meal is one of the most universal ways people show they care. About Miral Sattar: 🎧 Miral Sattar is the creator and host of Bearily Bear Reimagined Fairy Tales, an award-winning kids podcast with more than 3 million listeners that reimagines classic fairy tales with brave heroines, diverse cultures, and stories from around the world. She's also a mom of three and a children's media advocate passionate about raising curious, empathetic kids through stories. Bearily Bear Reimagined Fairy Tales: wherever you get your podcasts! Miral on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/miralreads⁠ About The Saami Family 🎶 A special thank you to The Saami Family for allowing us to use their beautiful Khayal music, a centuries-old South Asian classical vocal tradition, in this episode. Listen to The Saami Family website: ⁠https://voiceofsaamis.com/⁠ The Saami Brothers on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesaamibrothersofficial/⁠ 💛 Please consider supporting our nonprofit, Culture Kids Productions and help us stay ad-free and help us keep our show accessible for every family: Culture Kids is a small team with a big dream: raising a generation of kids who are curious, globally minded, and ready to build friendships across every border, all while keeping our show completely free and ad-free for families everywhere. If our adventures have brought a little wonder into your home, we'd be so grateful for your support. Every donation, big or small, helps us create new episodes, partner with cultural experts and organizations, and reach even more curious young explorers around the world. DONATE HERE: https://www.culturekidsmedia.com/support/ Thank you. Credits: Hosts: Kristen and Asher Kim Guest Collaborator: Miral Sittar Produced By: Culture Kids Productions Executive Producer: Kristen Kim Sound Design: Kristen Kim Audio Engineer: Robin Lai Nonprofit Consultant: Emil Kang, Jesseca Ryan Academic Consultant: Elisha Li Sound FX: Envato Elements, The Saami Family
August 28, 202616min
Number 2: Culture Kids Summer Special! YOUR JOKES & Voicemails from Around the World!
It's a Culture Kids first, an entire episode made by YOU! For this summer special, Kristen and Asher hand the mic over to the Culture Kids community, featuring voicemails sent in from listeners all around the world sharing what they love most about the show, plus a whole lot of jokes to keep things silly. This episode is a celebration of the curious, kind, and adventurous kids who make up the Culture Kids family, and a reminder that every single explorer who tunes in is part of what makes this show special. Hosted by Kristen Kim and Asher, Culture Kids Productions Featuring voicemails from the Culture Kids community
August 14, 202610min
Number 3: Meet Polar Bears, Pandas & Orangutans! A Wild Animal Adventure for Kids
Hop aboard the Culture Train with Kristen and Asher as they head to the world famous San Diego Zoo to meet wildlife specialist Marco Wendt. Twelve thousand animals, more than 650 species, and a whole lot of heart await on this stop in sunny San Diego, California. In this episode, families will discover: Why San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit conservation organization, not just a zoo, and how their work has helped reintroduce more than 44 endangered species back into the wild The incredible true story of Tatqiq, a polar bear rescued as an orphaned cub in Alaska, who now helps scientists understand how polar bears hear, move, and survive a warming Arctic How Karen the orangutan became the first great ape in history to undergo open heart surgery, and how she's thriving today with her orangutan and siamang family The journey of giant pandas from Endangered to Vulnerable, and just how much bamboo it takes to keep Yun Chuan and Xin Bao happy (hint: it's a lot~!) About our guest: Marco Wendt has worked as a wildlife specialist at the San Diego Zoo for almost thirty years, caring for everything from cranes and cassowaries to red river hogs and giant pandas. A huge thank you to San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance for believing in our work and partnering with us on this episode and for the incredible work they do protecting wildlife for future generations. About San Diego Zoo The San Diego Zoo is located at 2920 Zoo Drive in Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101, and is operated by the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, an international nonprofit committed to creating a world where all life thrives. The Zoo is 100 acres and home to more than 12,000 animals representing over 650 species and subspecies! Website: zoo.sandiegozoo.org Wildlife Alliance site: sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org Instagram: @sandiegozoo Facebook: facebook.com/SanDiegoZoo TikTok: @sandiegozoo X: @sandiegozoo SUPPORT CULTURE KIDS If you enjoyed today's adventure, please subscribe, leave a review, and share Culture Kids with a family you love. Every share helps more children discover new places, meet new people, and grow curious about the world around them. Culture Kids is a nonprofit organization creating free educational adventures for families around the world. Join our newsletter: https://culturekidsmedia.com Support our mission: https://culturekidsproductions.org Follow Culture Kids: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/culturekidsproductions Credits: Host & Producer: Kristen Kim Co Host & Co Producer: Asher Kim Guest & Collaborator: Marco Wendt Sponsored By: San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Script Review/Academic Consultant: Elisha Li Audio Engineering: Robin Lai Music & Sound FX: Envato Elements
June 19, 202619min
Number 4: Riding the Rails Along the California Coast | A Real Train Adventure for Kids!
In this special adventure, Kristen and Asher step off their magical Culture Train and onto a real-life train, the Pacific Surfliner, for one of the most beautiful train journeys in America. Together with special guest Alyssa Dowdalls from Pacific Surfliner, families travel along the stunning California coastline, discover the history of train travel, learn about the Chumash people who have called this region home for thousands of years, and explore the beautiful beach city of Santa Barbara. Along the way, kids will learn: • How trains changed the world and helped people travel farther than ever before • Why the Pacific Surfliner is one of the most scenic train routes in the United States • What it feels like to ride on a two-story passenger train • The rich history and living culture of the Chumash people • Why Santa Barbara's famous red tile roofs and white buildings tell an important story • Fun family activities to enjoy in Santa Barbara, including MOXI, Stearns Wharf, beaches, and more • Important travel etiquette and train safety tips for kids ABOUT PACIFIC SURFLINER Pacific Surfliner is Southern California's premier passenger rail service, connecting San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and many communities in between. Known for breathtaking ocean views, spacious seating, onboard amenities, and family-friendly travel, Pacific Surfliner offers one of the most memorable ways to experience California's coastline. Learn more and plan your trip: https://www.pacificsurfliner.com CONNECT WITH PACIFIC SURFLINER Website: https://www.pacificsurfliner.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pacificsurfliner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PacificSurfliner SUPPORT CULTURE KIDS If you enjoyed today's adventure, please subscribe, leave a review, and share Culture Kids with a family you love. Every share helps more children discover new places, meet new people, and grow curious about the world around them. Culture Kids is a nonprofit organization creating free educational adventures for families around the world. Join our newsletter: https://culturekidsmedia.com Support our mission: https://culturekidsproductions.org Follow Culture Kids: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/culturekidsproductions This episode of Culture Kids was made possible through a paid partnership with Pacific Surfliner.
June 05, 202618min
Number 5: How Trucks Deliver Our Food: A Big Rig Road Trip Adventure!
Hop aboard the magical Culture Train for a brand new adventure, then switch tracks and climb into a real-life 18-wheeler as we hit the highway with our new friend, Mr. Avie 🚚 In this episode, Culture Kids travel across the United States to discover the important role truck drivers play in keeping communities connected. From delivering food and supplies to traveling long distances across the country, we learn how these everyday heroes help make sure families everywhere have what they need. Along the way, we explore: What it’s like to drive a semi-truck (and why it has 18 wheels!) How truck drivers plan long journeys and stay safe on the road Why truck drivers are essential to communities across the world Why there are so many Sikh drivers in America How music—like Punjabi music—helps people stay connected to their culture What Sikhism is, and how it shapes Mr. Avie’s life and work How people from many different backgrounds and traditions help keep our world moving This episode is a beautiful reminder that behind the things we use every day, there are real people, with stories, cultures, and journeys of their own. The Sikh Coalition is the nation's largest Sikh civil rights organization. For 25 years, they have worked to help Sikhs who face discrimination or mistreatment. You can learn more about them at www.sikhcoalition.org, and see some of the work they've done specifically for Sikh and Punjabi truckers at thesikh.co/truckers. Instagram: @sikhcoalition Twitter: @sikh_coalition Roadies Avie Nagra, a military veteran and experienced trucker, founded Roadies Inc in 2014 and has grown it from one truck to a fleet of over 100 trucks and 150 trailers, building a team committed to excellence in logistics. https://roadiesinc.com/ Credits: Executive Producer: Kristen Kim Producer: Nimarta Narang Hosts: Kristen & Asher Kim Guest Host: Avie Nagra Audio Engineer: Robin Lai Academic Consultant: Elisha Li Nonprofit Consultant: Emil Kang Sound FX Elements: Envato Elements
May 07, 202615min