15 Best Culture Shock Podcasts

1. How did I get here?

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Honest conversations about life after leaving home.This isn't a podcast about how to get a visa, file taxes, or open a bank account. It's about the emotional reality of moving to another country — the culture shocks, language fails, identity wobbles, and unexpected joys that come with building a life somewhere completely new.Hosts Liam and Tom are two lifelong friends from London who left the UK a decade ago — one to the south of Spain, the other to the French Riviera...MORE Estimated listeners
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2. Overseas Filipino Women

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Welcome to the space where stories cross oceans! Join us as we dive into the real, raw, and sometimes ridiculous experiences of Filipina women living abroad. From culture shocks and career pivots to love stories, life hacks, and everything in between — this is your virtual tambayan for laughter, learning, and a whole lot of hugot.MORE Estimated listeners
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3. Late Night Hotpot

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An Aussie, an American, and a Malaysian Chinese walk into a hotpot…No, it's not a joke — it's your new favourite podcast. Three 20-somethings simmering in culture shocks, spicy takes, and juicy stories about life, love, career and everything in between. Grab your chopsticks — it's about to get steamy.MORE Estimated listeners
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4. NASH AKA THE JAMAICAN LADY

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My life in Washington as an immigrant from Jamaica. Immigrant life. Shared struggled, identity, culture shock. Shared immigrant experiences, places of interest, recommendations and resources.MORE Email ****@yahoo.com
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5. Worlds Collide The Podcast about moving abroad

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In Worlds Collide I talk with people from all over the world about their experiences when they moved to a new country. It's about culture shocks, learning a new language, get comfortable with new habits. What they miss most, what they really like and what is totally different for them.MORE Producer/Network Viktoria Daute
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6. Corporate Culture Shock

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Corporate Culture Shock dives deep into the ever-evolving world of corporate culture. Hosted by Blair Broussard, the show tackles the toughest challenges in corporate operations, from leadership shifts to organizational disruptions. Through candid discussions and expert insights, Blair explores past and present hurdles, shedding light on how companies have overcome them and offering strategies for driving future improvements.MORE Estimated listeners
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7. Bathroom Talk

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Welcome to Bathroom Talk, my personal space to share the real and unfiltered experience of living in Canada as a Japanese immigrant. From everyday struggles to funny culture shocks, I talk about navigating life, work, and relationships in a new country—all while practicing my English!MORE Estimated listeners
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8. Culture Shocked!

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Adjusting to a new culture can be challenging, but it can also be an incredibly rewarding experience. Culture Shocked! is an insider's guide for international students, providing you with the tools and resources you need to make the most of your time in the United States. We'll cover everything from adjusting to a new language to finding your place in a new community. So whether you're just starting your journey or you've been here for a while, join us for Culture Shocked! and learn from the experts.MORE Producer/Network International Student Services
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9. Culture Shock Therapy: Your Health Equity Rx

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Welcome to Culture Shock Therapy: Your Health Equity Rx, a podcast dedicated to exploring the cultural and political landscapes that shape healthcare inequities and impact our daily lives. Hosted by Dr. Katrina Gipson,, MD, MPH, FACEP a board-certified emergency medicine physician and thought leader in health equity, this podcast aims to provide insightful commentary and practical insights to challenge your perspectives and inspire advocacy for a more equitable healthcare system.MORE Producer/Network Katrina Gipson, MD, MPH, FACEP
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10. 'Culture Shocked' with Dr. Eimear Nolan

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This podcast on culture shock is designed to be informative, insightful, and engaging for anyone who has experienced or is interested in the area of cross-cultural management. It provides a platform for people to share their stories, learn from experts, and connect with others who may be going through similar experiences. I am an Assistant Professor in International Business at Trinity Business School and founder of EN Cultural Consultancy, specialising in the field of cultural management.I look forward to you connecting with me via linkedIn.https://www.linkedin.com/in/eimear-nolan/MORE Host Dr. Eimear Nolan
Producer/Network Dr. Eimear Nolan
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11. BKK to USA Podcast

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Welcome to BKK to USA Podcast! 🎙️A Thai-American couple navigating life between Thailand 🇹🇭 & the U.S. 🇺🇸. We share culture shocks, food, relationships, and expat life with humor and real stories.Whether you're an expat, traveler, or just curious about different cultures, join us for fun conversations every week!🎧 Watch on YouTube & listen on Spotify!MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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12. Away from home.

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Leaving home is never easy. Away From Home is a raw, honest, and cozy podcast by an international student navigating life in a new country for the very first time. From culture shocks and homesickness to unexpected joys and little wins, each episode is a personal diary of growth, exploration, and finding home in the unfamiliar. Whether you're a student abroad or just curious about life away from home, join me as I share my story, one cup of coffee at a time.MORE Estimated listeners
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13. [Cult]ure Shock

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[Cult]ure Shock is a info-tainment audio/video podcast, hosted by 2x cult survivor, Kendra Lee Bryan. Each week she'll guide you though a labyrinth of cults, crime, and crooked culture, turning institutional insanity into a spectator sport. Since 2023, [C]ulture Shock has exposed high profile personalities like Kenneth Copeland, Ruby Franke, Elon Musk and Sean Diddy Combs and interviewed dozens of survivors from modern day cults like Scientology and the Twin Flames Universe.Nominate a problematic person/group to expose next: ****@gmail.comMORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 8 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact