In this episode, we dive into the summer rhythms of American and European families. From France’s government-supported vacation programs to the U.S.’s work-focused approach, we explore how different cultures approach time off. We also share personal stories about international travel with kids, navigating airports, and what it means to juggle dual citizenship during the holiday season. Plus, we reveal plans for a special in-person recording coming soon! Topics Discussed: The cultural differen...
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In this episode, we dive into the summer rhythms of American and European families. From France’s government-supported vacation programs to the U.S.’s work-focused approach, we explore how different cultures approach time off. We also share personal stories about international travel with kids, navigating airports, and what it means to juggle dual citizenship during the holiday season. Plus, we reveal plans for a special in-person recording coming soon! Topics Discussed: The cultural differen...
Parenting in Translation – Why One Word Means So Much Across Cultures
Culture Clash Parenting
52 minutes
12 months ago
Parenting in Translation – Why One Word Means So Much Across Cultures
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating differences in how the concept of "parenting" varies across cultures, starting with a surprising fact: the word "parenting" doesn’t even exist in some languages, like French and German! We discuss how these linguistic differences reflect deeper cultural expectations around raising children and the role of parents. From whether parents should help with homework to when kids are expected to walk to school independently, we share our own experiences ...
Culture Clash Parenting
In this episode, we dive into the summer rhythms of American and European families. From France’s government-supported vacation programs to the U.S.’s work-focused approach, we explore how different cultures approach time off. We also share personal stories about international travel with kids, navigating airports, and what it means to juggle dual citizenship during the holiday season. Plus, we reveal plans for a special in-person recording coming soon! Topics Discussed: The cultural differen...