In this episode I go over the first book of this journey through Panama. The text focuses on the culture and customs of Panama, as indicated by the book's title. In addition, I'll go over what I learned that was surprising, not surprising, irksome, and fun about the reading.

In the Encore section I mention several sources. Here they are for those you may be interested.

On the concept of "patria:"

Panamanian poetry https://www.panamapoesia.com/patriota.php

Hernández González, R. (2023, November 4). ¿Qué significa Patria y sus símbolos? El Siglo 40. https://elsiglo.com.pa/panama/nacionales/significa-patria-simbolos-AJES24238933

Martí, J. (1869). Abdala. Biblioteca Virtual Cervantes. https://www.cervantesvirtual.com/portales/biblioteca_americana/obra-visor/abdala--0/html/

Country Podcast Playlists for South Korea, Angola, and Panama (after reading journey is completed)

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Two continent stops (Asia and Africa) completed; two countries inquired about (South Korea and Angola); and twelve books were read thus far in "Around the World in 6 Books." The books discussed covered folk tales, wars, colonialism, gastronomy, a female warrior queen, and cultural movements - amongst other subjects. At least six glocalizing activities were enjoyed too as a result of all of that reading and learning!

But as much as fun as those country journeys were the time has come to learn about the third country in the podcast's first journey. Which one will it be, and in what continent is it in?

Find out in Part III's first episode, where the next country journey is introduced. Towards the end of the episode I’ll also introduce listeners to the first book of the country's journey. Book 1's discussion episode premieres in a month.

Stay tuned!

Angolans' pastimes include watching and playing sports, going to the movies, swimming, and socializing with family and friends. One of the most popular games played in Angola is also played in various formats around the world and in the US. In Episode 3 of "Let's Glocalize, Angola!" I go over how I learned to play this popular game enjoyed by many Angolans.