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‘My Thick Accent’ podcast aims to break the stereotypical moulds the immigrants are asked to fit in by introducing you to the fascinating world of existing and new immigrants from all walks of life. So, stay tuned and let's get to know each other Beneath The Accent!
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My Thick Accent
Dream Big & Work For It | Ft. Ash Lamba Ep. 006
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Ash came to Canada in 2019 to study at Algoma University and is now the first South Asian to be a part of the Alumni Council of Algoma University and also runs a non-profit called Student Connect. He is a true believer that if you actually join the dots, everything happened for a reason.
Listen to his journey from connecting the dots to starting Student Connect.
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Audio Glossary
- Dal Chawal -Dal Chawal translates to Lentil Rice. It's a 'whole meal' dish served in the sub-Indian continent. Lentil or a combination of lentils are pressure-cooked (with spices) and is served over cooked rice.
- Maggie - It's the classic Indian snack, made with authentic Indian flavours.
- Tiffin Service - A home-made style food, delivered to the students or young professionals who are living away from their homes.
- Rupees (₹) - Rupee is the modern monetary unit of India and Pakistan. The modern unit is divided into 100 paisa (like cents). The name derives from the Sanskrit rupya (“silver”).
- Fun Fact: On 15th August 1947 the exchange rate between Indian Rupee and US Dollar was equal to one (i.e., $1= ₹1). Now 1 USD= ₹83 and 1 CAD= ₹60.
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