The First Thing You Think Of: Recent Episodes
The First Thing You Think Of
For the vast majority of us, we don’t have the luxury of travelling to all 195 countries of the world and forming our views from first-hand experiences. So what is the one thing that is universal and can be accessed all over the world? The media. In this podcast, we will challenge the very first things that come to mind when we think of different countries around the world. We want to make you question how and from where you develop your opinions and to ask yourself, ‘Is that really a reliable source to base my opinion on or is there more to it?’.
In the first episode of our Poland series, we discuss Polish migration to the UK, looking at the push and pull factors that contribute to it as well as attitudes towards it in society.
In the fourth episode of our Poland series, we discuss how Poland was affected by World War II and how Poland could have been very different to what it is today.
In the third episode of our Poland series, we discuss how Poland achieved its independence and how this is linked with the signing of the Armistice on November 11th 1918.
In the second episode of our Poland series, we discuss the origins of the Polish and if it should really be considered one of the hardest languages to learn.
In the final episode of our Judaism series, we discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, looking at its origins and everything that has happened since.
In the first episode of our Poland series, we discuss British attitudes towards Poland, how these affect our views of the country, as well as Poland as a tourist destination.
In this episode, Ellie talks about her time in Barcelona and gives her tips on things to do, how to save money, and how to make friends.
In this episode, we reflect on our China series and what we learnt over our 6 China episodes and reveal our next series.
In this episode, we discuss the history behind the Vatican City, why it is a country and how it works.
In the fourth episode of our Judaism series, we discuss the origins of anti-Semitism and how it has developed over time to what it is today.
In the third episode of our Judaism series, we discuss the similarities that Christianity and Judaism share, as well as the things that make them two distinct religions.
In the second episode of our Judaism series, we discuss the different denominations, looking closely at Reform and Orthodox Judaism and comparing their similarities and differences.
In the first episode of our Judaism series, we discuss the history of Judaism, anti-Semitism in America, the UK, and France, as well as some general facts about the Jewish faith.
Ellie - @oneglobe360
Olivia - @lacasadelaslenguasmag
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As we've finished our China series, we reveal what the next series will be on and also explain some of the changes we have decided to make.
In this episode, Ellie talks about why she's moved to Barcelona for 3 months, how she is finding fitting into a new culture, as well as some recommendations of things to do.
In the final episode of our China series, we discuss the one-child policy, looking at the reasons why it was first brought in, how it has been implemented across China, and the consequences it has had.
In this episode, we reflect on our India series and what we learnt over our 5 India episodes.
In this episode of our China series, we discuss China's relationship with Hong Kong, looking at its history as part of the British Empire, its subsequent handover to China, and how it has all played out since.
The British Empire (@theclassicistwithanatlas) - https://www.theclassicistwithanatlas.co.uk/post/the-reality-of-the-great-british-empire-part-1-standing-on-the-shoulders-of-slaves
In this episode of our China series, we talk about religion in China and how it is affected by the Chinese Communist Party, as well as the treatment of the Uyghurs.
In this episode of our China series, we talk about Communism and its history in China, as well as censorship and the Great Firewall, while also looking at Chinese people's views of these and comparing them with our own.
Videos mentioned: What Does Democracy Mean To The Chinese? [Street Interview] | ASIAN BOSS - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nl59t---30g&t=190s
In the second episode of our China series, we talk about the pandemic in China, looking at how the Chinese government first handled the outbreak and the impact of censorship.
In the first episode of our China series, we talk about our first thoughts when we think of China and compare these to a survey we carried out. We also discuss the main stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding China and Chinese culture, as well as general attitudes towards China around the world.
In this episode, we reflect on our Brazil series and what we have learned, and also reveal the next country we will be looking at.
In this episode, we discuss the many customs and traditions in India, looking at their festivals, their traditional clothing, as well as the prevalence of arranged marriages in India.
Our Instagram: Ellie - @oneglobe360
Olivia - @lacasadelaslenguasmag
In this episode, we discuss India as a developing country, looking more closely at the rich-poor divide, its effects on the lives of the poorer population, and how this is in stark contrast to the lives of the rich in India.
In this episode, we discuss India as a linguistically diverse country, looking at the growth of English and its effects on other languages, as well as the link between politics and languages in India.
Our Instagram: Ellie - @oneglobe360
Olivia - @lacasadelaslenguasmag
In this episode, we discuss religion in India, looking more closely at Hinduism and Islam and the tensions between them as well as discussing the 'success' of secularism in India.
In the first episode of our India series, we discuss our first thoughts when we think of India and compare these to a survey we carried out. We discuss the main stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding India and Indian culture, including job stereotypes, religion, and languages, as well as the presentation Indians/India in the TV/film industry.
In this episode, we discuss politics in Brazil, looking at its past dictatorship and its effects on Brazilian politics today, as well as Bolsonaro and the importance of separating our views of the Brazilian people and their government.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCRIpantv0g - Jair Bolsonaro & the Rise of the Brazilian Right | NowThis World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDQfuMZpEPc - Hitler 1932 - Bolsonaro 2018 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTLGzpAYf54 - Brazil's President Bolsonaro and coronavirus | DW Documentary
In this episode, we discuss crime in Brazil, looking at the motives behind crime against tourists as well as the tensions between the police and those living in the favelas and what this results in.
Videos mentioned: https://edition.cnn.com/videos/world/2016/06/20/brazil-rio-olympics-crime-concerns-paton-walsh-pkg.cnn - Cellphone thefts in Rio: Pickpockets eye Olympics (Interview) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfkP9nPKKdI&t=13s - This Country has the MOST EXPENSIVE iPhone in the World! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwQqnhrsYXc - Young, black and more likely to die in Brazil - BBC News
In this episode, we discuss the other side of the favelas, looking at them as a place of creativity and talent, while also discussing their origins and representation of them in the media.
In this episode, we discuss the role of diversity in Brazil by looking at three particular groups of immigrants: the Italians, the Japanese, and the Germans. We talk about its importance and the influence of these cultures on modern-day Brazil. Youtube videos mentioned:
WE SNUCK INTO JAPAN WHEN THE COUNTRY WAS CLOSED 🇯🇵 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58MCrcQXcvE This German Village is WARM during FREEZING Winter (Miracle?!) 🇩🇪 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vkGSeemnZ4 THIS CITY EATS 1 MILLION PIZZAS PER DAY! (Not Italy) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLtk2ZIL5DY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hz4CSnPOe70 - Oktoberfest in Brazil: Blumenau! | Jungle, Beer and lots of Bratwurst | Brazil's most German City https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haw3ROMgP7g - Why race in Brazil is a confusing, loaded topic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2xjrTRg9qo - Racial diversity in Brazil https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Za3NqPtFeYM - Cultural and Ethnic Diversity in Brazil https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsffyvODejY - You Don’t Look BRAZILIAN (Desabafo) | não parece Brasileiro
In the first episode of our Brazil series, we discuss our first thoughts when we think of Brazil and compare these to a survey we carried out. We discuss the biggest stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding Brazil and Brazilian culture and work to dispel these.
Youtubers mentioned: Naomi and Mar - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRM4TbB2yeI9Isa8PdRxgsw
For the vast majority of us, we don’t have the luxury of travelling to all 195 countries of the world and forming our views from first-hand experiences. So what is the one thing that is universal and can be accessed all over the world? The media. In this podcast, we will challenge the very first things that come to mind when we think of different countries around the world. We want to make you question how and from where you develop your opinions and to ask yourself, ‘Is that really a reliable source to base my opinion on or is there more to it?’.
TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-miTTiaqFlI