Culture Mocktail

Just like that, we're at our final episode for season 1! We sat down to tell you guys about our journey into podcasting and answer some of the questions you sent us on Instagram. We talk about where the grass is greener and why falling in love with life is so damn important, we also give you a glimpse into what our friendship looked like 4 years ago and talk about the high's and low's of this lil podcasting project. We will be back with season 2 in the New Year so get excited! It's going to be bigger and better!!! Thank you all so much for being a part of this lil community we've built and remember to follow us on Instagram @CultureMocktail where we'll still be live, active and posting. See you soon misfits and remember to embrace your mocktail & keep flourishing!

This episode is a lil continuation of a 4am convo we had, you know, one of those late night DMC's with your best friend that lead to the question "what really is our purpose on this planet?", type of convo.  Join us as we talk all about what it means to be successful and how  culture plays a vital role in someones perception of their success. We explore the topic in terms of relationships, religion and careers and tell you our own definitions of success too. Continue the conversation with us over on instagram @CultureMocktail, let us know your thoughts. Enjoy!

This week we sat down with the inspiring entrepreneur, multidisciplinary creative, the Minna Minkum podcast host and a fellow cultural misfit, Alaa Balkhy (@alaa), to talk about the various ways she continues to break boundaries. We discussed Alaa's experiences living between cultures,  pursuing a creative career in the Arab world and  reclaiming power and independence. That isn't all though, as Alaa gave us a new definition of 'home' (which is our new favourite!) and told us all about how her culture mocktail has influenced her outlook and work. 

This week we're joined by Tiktok star and fellow cultural misfit, Salman Shawaf (@SalmanShawaf), who continues to embrace his cultural identity through his content. In this episode we discuss Salman's culture mocktail and Tiktok journey as we address taboos and marriage expiration dates in Arab culture. Continue the conversation with us over on Instagram @CultureMocktail and let us know your thoughts!

This week we reminisce about Aisha’s trip to visit Nour in Egypt last summer aka, her first trip back to the Middle East after 9 years. We toured the country together as Nour’s perspective of Egypt shifted, viewing it from a new angle of appreciation. Join us as we talk about the trip of a lifetime, returning back to the Middle East and the importance of connecting to your roots. Continue the conversation with us over on Instagram @CultureMocktail. Enjoy!

As the summer comes to an end, its time for new chapters to begin. This week we sat down to discuss what it’s been like for us to navigate the discomfort and uncertainty that comes with new beginnings after graduating uni. Join us as we have a slight identity crisis followed by a therapy session. Continue the conversation with us over on Instagram @CultureMocktail.

This week we sat down with a fellow cultural misfit and an amazing actress, blogger, model, producer and presenter, Jazba Singh, otherwise known as Beauty Nomad! Join us as Jazba, a critical race and gender scholar, gives her insight into beauty within the creative industries as we unfold issues surrounding Eurocentric beauty standards. We discuss how such beauty ideals negatively affect marginalised groups and the best ways to deconstruct and dismantle them, to constructively move forward and incite progression in society. Continue the conversation with us over on Instagram @CultureMocktail and follow Jazba @BeautyNomad too. Enjoy!

This week we had the pleasure of sitting down with The Smile Squad's Markian Benhamou to talk about his experiences as a Third Culture Kid. Having a mocktail blend of American, Ukrainian, French, Moroccan, Russian, Spanish and Hong Kongese ingredients, Markian has definitely lived a culturally colourful life. Tune in to hear more about his story! Continue the conversation with us over on Instagram @CultureMocktail.

You thought we were real before? Its about to get a whole lot realer! This week we sat down to speak about our biggest insecurities. Join us as we talk about when they started, if we still have them today and how we learned to accept them. Continue the conversation with us over on Instagram @CultureMocktail.

This week we're talking all about how to not give a flip. We talk about our own (sometimes bumpy) journeys, living a more purposeful life and knowing where to (and where not to!!) put your energy. Those flips are precious! Continue the conversation with us on Instagram: @CultureMocktail.

This week we found a card game on instagram by @CulturalMisfits that ask misfits alike some interesting questions about their experiences. Of course, they're totallllly in line with our vibe, so we decided to answer some of the questions right here! We talk about the people we miss, where we feel most at home and some of the ways we can feel misunderstood. Head over to our instagram page @CultureMocktail to join the conversation and let us know your thoughts!

This week we spoke about the ridiculous double standards, between men and women, that we see day in day out. From the "don't sit like that"'s to "3o2balik"'s and the beauty industry to 3eyb culture, covering both Eastern and Western culture, we have a lot to say on this one. Head over to our instagram @CultureMocktail, to continue the conversation with us!

Having just graduated after four incredible years at university, this week we sat down to speak about the biggest lessons we learned throughout it. We talk communication and confidence as our main takeaways. What do you guys think? Head over to our IG @CultureMocktail to continue the conversation with us!

This week we sat down with our first ever guest, Rak-Su's Mustafa Rahimtulla, to talk about his experiences as an Egyptian born and raised in the UK.  We spoke about his relationship with each of the cultures he has grown up with, struggles he has faced as a TCK, becoming unapologetic, his journey into the music industry and a whole lot more. This is one jam-packed hour you do not want to miss! Continue the conversation with us on IG @CultureMocktail, we'd love to hear your thoughts!

This week we sat down to talk about the lessons we have learned from our grandparents. This one goes out to all our lost loved ones, in celebration of the legacies they have left behind. Continue the conversation with us on IG: @CultureMocktail

In this episode, we delve into our experiences of wearing the hijab and coming to understand that it does not and should not limit you! We'd love to hear what you have to say, continue the conversation with us on IG: @CultureMocktail.

In this episode we talk all things pressure; peer pressure, cultural pressure, societal pressure and even pressure from yourself! We'd love to hear what you have to say, continue the conversation with us on IG: @CultureMocktail.

In this episode we talk about our cultural influences  and how they shaped us. We talk beauty, fashion, media, ideals and character traits in a jam-packed 30 minute episode you do not want to miss! Continue the conversation with us on IG: @CultureMocktail 

In this episode we give you guys an introduction into who we are as we delve into our journeys of embracing our third culture kid-ness. We talk all things from feeling like “the odd one out” to the beautiful realisation that it’s your roots and multicultural upbringing that make you the multifaceted, wonderful human you are - and embracing that with real confidence!

Continue the conversation with us on IG: @culturemocktail