WashU Worldview - Episode 11 - Unusual Festivals Around the World

WashU Worldview: Engage Globally, Thrive Locally – Episode 11: Unusual Festivals Around the WorldIn this fun and vibrant episode, we take you on a whirlwind tour of some of the quirkiest and most exciting festivals celebrated around the globe! From Spain’s famous tomato-throwing festival, La Tomatina, to Thailand’s Monkey Buffet Festival, you’ll discover traditions that are both wild and unique. We’ll also dive deeper into the rich cultural significance of the Lunar New Year and how it's celebrated in different parts of Asia.Plus, in our segment ‘Around the World in 90 Seconds,’ we explore global tech innovations in Japan, Estonia, and Denmark that are transforming our world. And don’t miss our trivia challenge, where we test your knowledge of unusual festivals and traditions!Tune in for fascinating cultural insights, a weekly challenge, and practical life hacks to help international students thrive at WashU.