Caught the love bug for an exotic foreigner? You’re not alone! The number of cross-cultural relationships has been rising as the world grows more and more connected. This week Rachel and Patrice talk cross-cultural love and romance. We explore areas where there can be problems (like visa issues and language barriers) as well as tips for making sure everyone feels loved and on the same page. For more stats on the rise of cross-cultural marriages, here’s the article we referenced from The Economist: https://www.economist.com/node/21538103

In Language News, you’re not crazy for hearing “Laurel” or “Yanny.” The reasons for it have to do, at least in part, with the shape of your ears and your linguistic background. Check out this article from the Atlantic for a more in-depth explanation: https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2018/05/dont-rest-on-your-laurels/560483/ 

Thanks a million to Brian in South Korea, who sent us his Lost in Translation moments from limited Korean. To check out his podcast on Korean baseball, go visit Grand Slam KBO!

Are you, or have you been in a relationship with somebody with a cultural background that’s different from yours? Let us know in the comments! We would love to hear your input — do you have any more advice?

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