Sounds Like Home

Sounds Like: Britain

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 20:23:35 GMT

On today's show, I take a dive into the most British of genres - Britpop! Taking iconic tracks by the Beatles, the Kinks, Blur, Oasis and others, I trace the development of British pop-rock, and explore how this genre of music reflects the nation's political mood, class struggles, and the spirit of the youth. If Britain sounds like one thing, it's most certainly Britpop.

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Sounds Like: Ontario

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 19:03:32 GMT

On today's episode, my guest isn't an exchange student. Rather, Brenna is my Canadian roommate, born and bred right here in Ontario. Join us as we sip our Tim Horton's coffees, chat about the essence of Canadian culture, and listen to some classic tunes from the Great White North.

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Sounds Like: Essex

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 21:08:33 GMT

Welcome back! To bring in the new year, my guest on this week's episode is - myself! After showcasing the musical taste of my mates from around the world, I was thrilled to be able to finally share my own favourite songs that remind me of home. I chat about the highs and lows of my time living abroad so far, the strange world of British universities, and the allure of a future life in London.

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Sounds Like: New Zealand

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 17:34:00 GMT

Today, I'm joined by my Kiwi mate Will as we discuss the tracks that remind him of Auckland, New Zealand. We talk about the sibling-like relationship between Australia and NZ, the role of the Indigenous communities in New Zealand's political structure, and whether the fruit has anything to do with why Kiwis are called Kiwis.

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Sounds Like: West London

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 01:11:58 GMT

This week, I'm joined by my fellow Brit, Zen. We use Zen's high-energy, upbeat musical choices as a lens to discuss student life in Britain, London's vibrant LGBTQ+ culture, and whether British life is really that similar to Downton Abbey!

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Sounds Like: New South Wales

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:33:42 GMT

This week, I'm joined by my Australian friend Milla, who lives just minutes from the beach in Newcastle, New South Wales. On this episode, I ask her about celebrating Christmas in summer, experiencing the world's longest covid lockdown, and her daily trips to the beach before school.

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Sounds Like: Amsterdam

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 03:13:11 GMT

This week, I'm joined by my Dutch friend Maud. We discuss student life in Amsterdam, regional accents in the Netherlands, and settling into Canadian life.

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