What makes New York, London, and Shanghai so different — and yet somehow so alike? Is it the food, the rhythm of daily life, or the unspoken social codes that define each city’s character? In this lively and eye-opening discussion, we’ll explore the surprising similarities and striking contrasts between three of the world’s greatest metropolises. From street food to subway etiquette, from work culture to nightlife, you’ll get a fresh, insider’s perspective on what it’s really like to live in these global powerhouses.

 

Hosted by El, who grew up in Shanghai and has also lived and worked for years in both New York and London, this conversation offers a uniquely Chinese perspective on navigating and understanding different cultures. We’ll compare lessons learned from each city, share the absolute must-do experiences, and uncover what connects — and divides — these urban giants. Whether you’ve lived abroad or never left China, you’re welcome to bring your questions, opinions, fears, and even stereotypes as we discover how these cities shape the people who live in them — and what they can teach us about our own worldviews.

 

是什么让纽约、伦敦和上海如此不同，却又莫名地相似？是食物、生活节奏，还是那些只有当地人才懂的社交默契？这场轻松又有料的讨论，将带你从街头小吃到地铁礼仪、从工作文化到夜生活，一起探索这三座全球都市之间的反差与共鸣。你会听到一些出乎意料的相似点，也会看到每个城市独有的生活风格。

 

主讲人 El 出生在上海，也在纽约和伦敦生活、工作了多年，她会用一个“中国人的视角”带你看懂这三座城市的文化脉络。我们会聊聊各地生活中学到的经验、那些非去不可的城市体验，还有这些城市之间的微妙联系与文化差异。无论你是否出国生活过，都欢迎带着你的问题、想法、偏见甚至小小的刻板印象一起来聊。让我们看看，这些城市是怎么影响生活在其中的人，又能让我们重新思考——自己怎么看这个世界。