Episode 8 Exploring Apocalyptic Lyrics: End Of The World by REM

Hello and welcome to the Lyric Podcast, in this episode we explore the meaning and impact of a song that deals with apocalyptic themes, we’re going to talk about one of the most iconic songs of this genre: “It’s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine)” by R.E.M. This podcast is sponsored by EA Locksmith: A reliable and affordable top-rated Just In Case! mobile locksmith service in the Waterloo region! You gotta call EA!if its lockedand youre stuckno matter what they sayyou gotta call EACall 5197227776 for an estimate today! Again 519-722-7776 This song was released in 1987 as the second single from their album Document, and it reached number 69 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 39 on the UK Singles Chart. It has since become a staple of pop culture, appearing in movies, TV shows, commercials, and even political rallies. It has also gained new relevance in recent years, as […]

Episode 7 – The Canadian Dream Vs. Reality

I still remember filling out the paperwork to become a permanent resident. Married in 2011 in Kitchener city hall to an Arab girlfriend who was back in Israel with roots connecting the land. Now turned, my legal wife has given me a new world to live in, which I then proceeded to discover. I never imagined leaving Israel for Canada until I decided to pursue that Canadian dream. Leaving: You would think I would have difficulty leaving my nest behind, but I am a human of mixed origin. East Europe, Azerbaijan, and Israel were not my first home. It was my 2cnd and 3rd, which makes Canada my 4th home, and every home is a different story. The Process: For each newcomer who chooses to immigrate to Canada by choice, leaving relatives, language, customs, and simply things one loves, the process comes at a high cost. Each Canadian immigrant story is different from the other. Unlike certain countries whose immigrants […]