Cultural Differences in LA

In this episode of Just Fake It: Coming to LA, Nora and Maryna dive deep into the cultural differences they've encountered since moving to Los Angeles. From apartment structures and the prevalence of paper-thin walls to the American practice of keeping shoes on indoors, the hosts share their humorous and eye-opening observations about life in the City of Angels.

Highlights:
 - The surprising construction style in LA compared to other countries countries.
 - The cultural contrast of wearing shoes inside versus the common practice of removing them.
 - Observing Americans’ respect for personal space and the differences in social norms.
 - Comparing public transportation etiquette between their home countries and the U.S.
 - Navigating debit vs. credit options in the U.S.
 - Nora shares a hilarious story about receiving calls meant for a famous music producer after inheriting his old number.
 - The hosts reflect on the unexpected ways identity and communication systems differ.
 - The anxiety of mailing crucial documents like passports and trusting the postal system.
 - How the fear of losing identification papers can make one feel like a "true immigrant."
 - Dealing with spam calls and scam attempts in the U.S.

Tune in for a fun-filled chat about adjusting to the quirks and surprises of Los Angeles life!
 
Cultural Differences in LA
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