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Quiero un Panino con Cheese - A Podcast for TCKs and Multicultural Families
Ever tried answering the question “Where are you from?” and gave a 10-minute monologue? Ever caught yourself switching between three languages in the middle of a sentence? Ever wondered what home really means when you’ve had more than one?
If so, welcome to Quiero un Panino con Cheese, the podcast for parents, kids, and families living the beautiful chaos of multicultural life.
Season 2 will be hosted by Gaia Striano, a TCK mom who has raised 3 TCKs across borders, cultures, and languages.
This show explores the joys and challenges of Third Culture Kids—kids who grow up between cultures, languages, and identities.
Quiero un Panino con Cheese - A Podcast for TCKs and Multicultural Families
TCK Stories with Giulia
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Today, we sit down with Giulia, Gaia’s daughter, the talented graphic artist behind Quiero un Panino con Cheese, and a quintessential Third-Culture Kid. Born in France to Italian parents and having lived in France, Italy, and Spain, Giulia shares her unique perspective on what it means to grow up between cultures and across borders.
In this episode, we explore:
- What it really means to be a Third Culture Kid (TCK)
- The complexities of navigating cultural identity
- The constant challenge of adapting to new environments
- How families maintain cultural traditions while moving around the world
- What made transitions to new countries easier
- The emotional toll of friends coming and going
Giulia opens up about the highs and lows of her multicultural upbringing, sharing honest, heartfelt stories and reflections. From feeling like an outsider to finding strength in her diverse background, she gives us an authentic look at the TCK experience. Don’t miss this insightful and inspiring conversation—raw, real, and full of warmth.
Follow Giulia on Instagram at redbeaniebondi
Mentioned in this episode:
Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds by David C. Pollock and Ruth E. Van Reken (3rd Edition, 2017) – a classic resource on the TCK experience.
Please hit the follow button and enter this crazy, multilingual, international world and explore these questions and so much more as I open up about my personal experiences over a cup of coffee, Americano, espresso, cafe solo, or whatever gets you moving!
For more, please follow me also on Instagram at Quiero un Panino con Cheese