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Kandid Konvos with Dr. K
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Kandid Konvos with Dr. K
Episode 4:The Culture of Thanks
In today’s episode, we dive into the history and traditions of Thanksgiving, exploring how the holiday has evolved in the U.S. Mary shares cherished family rituals and reflects on how the celebration has changed over the years. Originally from Nigeria, Nse offers her unique perspective on experiencing Thanksgiving for the first time and discusses the Nigerian Yam Festival, drawing parallels between cultural celebrations. We also explore the Igbo Yam Festival and Mexico’s Day of the Dead. Finally a reflection on must-have Thanksgiving staples and what the holiday means to different communities and its importance.
Join us as we uncover the flavours, traditions, and cultural connections that make Thanksgiving more than just a meal—a celebration of gratitude and togetherness you won’t miss!
Today you’ll be learning the following;
-The history of the holiday reveals how its meaning and traditions have changed in the U.S..
-Traditions like the Igbo Yam Festival and Mexico’s Day of the Dead reveal universal values of gratitude and connection.
-The fusion of traditional and American dishes reflects the blending of diverse culinary heritages.
-Thanksgiving goes beyond food, emphasizing shared connections and appreciation across cultures and families.
-Including elements from different cultural backgrounds makes celebrations more inclusive and meaningful.
1:02 How the Thanksgiving holiday has evolved in the U.S
4:48 Mary shares what her family cherished for the Thanksgiving ceremony.
6:57 The changes Mary has noticed in Thanksgiving over the years.
8:23 Nse’s take on Thanksgiving and her first experience on Thanksgiving.
10:22 Nse talks about the Nigerian Yam Festival.
10:51 How Thanksgiving started originally in the U.S
11:20 The Igbo(Nigerian tribe) Yam Festival explained.
13:33 What ‘The Day of The Dead’ entails.
15:42 A celebration of the Towns in Mexico.
18:43 How traditional foods have been in-cooperated with the classic American foods.
21:53 Must have Thanksgiving dinner dishes for American households.
24:16 What is Thanksgiving?
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