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EPISODE · Mar 20, 2025 · 19 MIN

Friendship, Food & Firsts: A Newcomer’s Journey | Beneath The Accent with Muzhda Akbari

from My Thick Accent · host Gurasis Singh

Click here to text me your thoughts about the show!What happens when a missing taxi and a faulty internet connection lead to unexpected kindness and delicious pizza? Hear how my first day in Montreal turned from chaos to charm, thanks to the generosity of strangers like Beer Inder and Harpreet. I reflect on the warm welcome I received and the surprising ways these encounters helped me find my footing in a new country. Together with my guest, we dive into cultural surprises in Canada, from the classroom revelations to the joy of celebrating diverse festivals. We explore the nuances of adjusting to a new life in Canada, including trying poutine for the first time and dreaming of owning countless cats.Throughout our conversation, we express gratitude for the insights shared and the connections made, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the immigrant experience and a sense of shared humanity.Follow the host and the podcast on Social Media channels below:  My Thick Accent on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mythickaccent/My Thick Accent on Threads -  https://www.threads.net/@mythickaccent?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==MyThickAccent.com - https://www.mythickaccent.com/Gurasis's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamgurasis/Gurasis's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamgurasis/__________________________________________To contact Muzhda:Muzhda's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzhda-akbari-b5b7bb1a7?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BhvPiZXzVRzGMQ3JCq4z%2FdQ%3D%3DCode Green Afg Advocacy Kit - https://heyzine.com/flip-book/4ca7d49872.html#page/1Support the showWant to share your story? Or know someone I should invite next on the show? DM us or write to us at [email protected]

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Click here to text me your thoughts about the show! What happens when a missing taxi and a faulty internet connection lead to unexpected kindness and delicious pizza? Hear how my first day in Montreal turned from chaos to charm, thanks to the generosity of strangers like Beer Inder and Harpreet. I reflect on the warm welcome I received and the surprising ways these encounters helped me find my footing in a new country. Together with my guest, we dive into cultural surprises in Canada, f...

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