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Episode 067: Macau, Mahjong, Abercrombie & Fitch

We discuss Portugal's former colony in China, its history, culture, and unique aspects. We also talk about our personal experiences...

Jul 26, 2023

First from our social media roundup [01:57] we have Strega Nona, Furnas, São Miguel, and a traumatizing earthquake museum. Our culture...

Mar 28, 2023

Our new episode format is starting to take shape...

Mar 21, 2023

Valentine's Day is often celebrated as a holiday filled with love, affection, and romance. However, the history of this day is far darker...

Feb 14, 2023

The Portuguese Immigrant: Atlantic Heritage Story I grew up around people like me but I didn't grow up reading about people like me. A...

Aug 25, 2022

Apparently us millennials have leaned into granny chic style. Florals, wallpaper, ruffles, lace, patterns, etc. I'm here to extend this...

Aug 10, 2022

Culture is a way of life for an entire society. Melissa and Kelly met in Kindergarten 30 years ago. Our culture is from the Azores - a...

Aug 2, 2022

Portuguese Spinner: An American Story, 1998 Stories of History, Culture and Life from Portuguese Americans in Southeastern New England...

Jul 27, 2022

Kids need simple pleasures and not the overstimulation of today's toy aisles. These toys have withstood the test of time.

Jul 27, 2022

We all have an image in our mind of catholic school uniforms. Plaid skirts, collared shirts, and polyester sweaters are top of mind for...

May 6, 2022

And a few that bring horror when you learn what the lyrics mean. Music has a way of tying itself to memories. Hearing a song can...

Apr 21, 2022

I went to the Azores on vacation when I was in high school. It was the first time I'd ever been. I believe it was my grandparents’ (an my...

Apr 19, 2022