S5 E10 | "Journeying Through Culture: Uncovering Identity in Travel" with Sunny Zheng-Herb

Global Glory Chasers: Food, Books & Travel

In this episode, Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young speaks with Sunny Zheng-Herb, a Chinese American writer and artist, about her recent year-long travel experience across various countries. They explore themes of cultural identity, the challenges of planning such an extensive trip, and the profound moments of connection and hospitality experienced in different cultures. Sunny shares insights on how her travels have shaped her understanding of home and elsewhere, as well as the importance of financial planning for such adventures. Their discussion also touches on the spiritual aspects of travel, highlighting how experiencing different cultures can reveal the glory of God.

Takeaways

• Sunny's year-long travel experience inspired her to explore cultural identity.
• Traveling can be a way to experience God's glory in different cultures.
• Financial planning is crucial for long-term travel adventures.
• Cultural heritage plays a significant role in personal identity.
• Hospitality and food are central to experiencing love in different cultures.
• Traveling can help individuals feel more rooted in their identity.
• The importance of community and connection while traveling.
• Books can provide insight into the travel experience and cultural understanding.
• Travel essentials can enhance the journey and provide comfort.
• Exploring different church experiences can broaden one's faith perspective.

3 GGC recommendations:

1. ⁠Duct tape⁠

2. ⁠Ziplock bags - set in different sizes⁠

3. ⁠REI Co-op towel set⁠

Featured Book: ⁠The Desire for Elsewhere⁠

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Learn More About Sunny

Sunny is a Chinese-American writer and artist, raised in the “626” Asian-majority suburb of Southern California. She is a painter and musician and teaches high school visual arts in Aurora, CO. She also works as the worship and youth director of a small parish church called Sacred Grace Englewood. Sunny lives with her husband in Denver, where she hikes and bakes and macramés. Her previous writing experience includes gallery publications, grant-writing, museum wall text, and a dissertation on Asian-American visual politics. She is working on her first book, a memoir on trauma, chronic pain and the struggle to believe.

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