The Steven Sirski Podcast SSP32 - Omar Badr
Sep 27, 2022
Omar Badr, an expat from Egypt, discusses the cultural differences between China and Egypt, the challenges of learning Chinese, and his experiences living in both countries. They also touch on topics such as naming children, birth rates in Egypt, and the complexities of Arabic. The speakers explore their plans for the future, including the possibility of moving to Canada, and discuss the potential of NFTs and web 3.0. They also delve into social media conflicts, healthcare convenience, and the intersection of immigration and human rights in Canada.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Importance of Naming Children and Gender Differences in Names
01:58 • 2min
Changing Birth Rates and Costs of Education
03:42 • 2min
Perspective, Gratitude, and a Sense of Pride
05:46 • 11min
Language complexities and differences
17:16 • 19min
Challenges of Learning Chinese in an Arab-Speaking Country
35:46 • 11min
Living in China: Paradise on Earth
46:23 • 9min
Living in Egypt: Challenges and Experiences
55:06 • 20min
Plans for Future Projects and Challenges of Writing without Deadlines
01:15:02 • 8min
Understanding NFTs and Their Potential in the Digital World
01:23:10 • 2min
Web 3.0, Blogging, and Egyptian Housing
01:25:40 • 16min
Planning for the Future
01:41:38 • 12min
Social Media 'Civil War', the Metaverse, and Comparing Conflicts
01:53:29 • 2min
Healthcare Convenience, Waiting Times, and the Intersection of Immigration and Human Rights in Canada
01:55:34 • 2min
Moving to Egypt: Unpredictability and New Experiences
01:57:14 • 4min