An American Journey: Recent Episodes
Julian Bishop & Michael Moran
A podcast about everything American. Every two weeks we will discuss a place to visit, a cultural feature, and something from the news. With Julian Bishop & Michael Moran
In Episode 57, Julian talks to his two daughters about the US education system
This will be the first part of a three-part series where we explore how education in the US works, and - in particular - how it contrasts with that in the UK.
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In Episode 56, Michael and Julian talk about
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Sedona. Julian loves the red rock hikes, while Michael likes to explore his spiritual side.
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Buying and Selling a House. After three years of traveling and renting, Julian finally buys a house. We talk about the process of buying and selling a house in America and compare it with that of the UK. Michael attempts to pronounce Realtor.
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Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
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In Episode 55, Julian interviews Ian Barnes about a Deep South music road trip. In this journey, he and his family travel to the major music destinations of the Deep South, while learning about the South's history
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Memphis. The home of blues music
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Natchez. An elegant but fading town on the Mississippi
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New Orleans. The home of jazz music and drunkenness
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Montgomery. Civil Rights history
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Atlanta. The home of hip-hop
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Pigeon Forge. Dollywood
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Nashville - the highlight of the trip. Country music's home
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In Episode 53, Michael interviews Julian about his new book "Are We There Yet?"
In a wide-ranging interview, they talk about historical and current immigration; the Amish; and the role travel books have in opening oneself up to new experiences.
Michael enjoyed Julian's new book greatly, devouring it in 48 hours. He described it as a "right riveting read."
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Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet?
In Episode 52, Michael and Julian talk about
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Tucson. Michael may not be able to pronounce it and hasn't been there, but Julian tells him that he should visit it on one of his next trips.
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Lewis & Clark. We talk about two of America's great explorers.
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Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Ye
In Episode 51, Michael and Julian talk about
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American Rock Anthems. We talk about what makes an American Rock Anthem and talk about Born in the USA, More Than a Feeling, Living on a Prayer, Smells Like Teen Spirit, Don't Stop Believin', Sweet Home Alabama, Hotel California, and (the Canadian) Summer of 69
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Orlando. Michael has recently come back from a big family holiday in Orlando. He talks about his time at Disney and Universal
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Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet?
In Episode 50, Michael and Julian talk about
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St Louis. Julian has never visited the gateway to the West, but fortunately, Michael has.
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The American Beard. Two clean-shaven guys talk about why American men are more likely to be bearded than their British counterparts. Lots of data, including that the majority of American women like a beard on a man.
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Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet?
In Episode 49, Michael talks to Simon Gosney about New York City. We also reprise an earlier episode about the Big Apple.
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In Episode 48, Michael and Julian talk about
1. The Assassination of JFK. Julian is typically pragmatic, while Michael thinks it unlikely that Oswald could have hit the moving target twice from that distance. We talk conspiracy theories.
2. Monument Valley. This is one of Julian's favorite places in the USA.
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In Episode 47, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Van Life. Have you thought about living in a van and traveling across America? Millions have this lifestyle
2. Skyscrapers. Competition between New York and Chicago started a worldwide trend for very tall buildings. We discuss building regulations, elevators, and our favorite buildings
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In Episode 46, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Memphis. Music, museums, and ducks. We also talk about Marc Cohn's Walking in Memphis
2. American Trucks. Julian loves a truck and speculates why there are over 50 million on American roads
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In Episode 45, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Progress on New Year's Resolutions. Some progress but some setbacks
2. Niagara Falls. We get sidetracked onto barrels and tightrope walking
3. How Americans Dress for Work. More casually than in Europe. Again, we get sidetracked by the school uniforms of our youth
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In Episode 44, Michael and Julian talk about
1. New Year's Resolutions. Michael cuts and pastes his from the previous year...
2. Key West. Michael loved it and plans to return next year
3. Selecting a new Republican Speaker. Julian attempts valiantly to explain it to a dubious Michael
4. Melvyn. Michael thinks he has had a lot of luck. Julian suspects that his success is down to hard work and being open to opportunities.
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In Episode 43, Julian interviews Melvyn Anderson about his life as an East-End antique dealer. He talks about
- His upbringing. Melvyn was born in Stepney in the East End of London
- His time running a rough London pub.
- How he became an antique dealer.
- His impulsiveness, including the houses and boats he purchased because it seemed a good idea at the time.
- His life and experience in the USA.
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In Episode 42, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Venice, Florida. Michael visits Julian in his hometown. They enjoy a parade, boating, and a railway museum...
2. High School Football. Michael and Julian really enjoy going to a high school football game.
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In Episode 41, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Mount Rushmore & Surrounding Areas. Both Julian and Michael rate this part of America. Michael finds a train to see, while Julian is interested in the area's Native American history. Julian warns against Wall, SD.
2. An American Beach. Julian talks about how an American beach differs from one in the UK. We talk about beach yoga, a dog beach, and shell collecting, Michael laments that people don't play cricket on an American beach.
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In Episode 40, Michael and Julian talk about
1. New Orleans. Michael doesn't like it at all. He is mistaken.
2. Conspiracy Theories. Julian has read much of the academic literature about them. However, Michael prefers his own theories. We swap our favorite conspiracy theories. Michael surprises Julian by expressing some doubt over the moon landings.
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In Episode 39, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Recovering from a Hurricane. From Julian's perspective, it looks really well organized.
2. Tailgating. This has an entirely different meaning than in the UK. It is the most common type of party in the US.
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In Episode 38, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Why do Americans think that Julian has met the Queen? It is a good conversation starter
2. Cleveland. Few foreign tourists go there but it has a number of charms
3. Why do Americans have so much space in their houses? Michael predicts that his beloved would merely fill the extra space with stuff
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In Episode 37, Michael and Julian talk about the impending Hurricane hit on Julian's hometown.
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In Episode 36, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Preparing for a Hurricane. Julian explains why he is already blase about hurricanes but explains what you need to do in the event of a hurricane
2. The Grand Canyon. Many people who visit are disappointed. We explore some of the activities that are likely to make this trip one of the highlights of your life
3. Bank Robberies. The USA was famed for bank robberies in the Wild West period when they were frankly very rare. They are ubiquitous in today's America. We take a humorous look at today's bank robberies.
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In Episode 35, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Voting in a US election. The complexities of voting in the world's most famous democracy. Julian is unsure of whether to vote for Michael Moran.
2. An American Fridge. Julian thinks it is the cornerstone of civilization.
3. Washington DC. Do we recommend our nation's capital?
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In Episode 34, Michael talks to Grant Risdon about his life in London. He talks about what he has learned and what he has left behind.
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In Episode 34, Michael talks to Simon Gosney about his many travels across America on an Amtrak train.
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In Episode 34, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Bobby Bonilla Day. An unbelievable baseball story. Michael is perplexed.
2. Californian Coastal Road Trip. We discuss America's quintessential road trip.
3. An American Parade. You won't be surprised to learn that we love a parade.
4. Outtake. Michael can't let Bobby Bonilla go.
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In Episode 23, Julian interviews Scot Wendy Horgan, a Boston resident. We talk about many things including:
- Her upbringing in Scotland
- Motherhood in America
- Voting
- Becoming American
- Cape Cod and Nashville
- The usual general questions
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In Episode 30, Julian talks to his daughters about American Summer Camps.
Whether you merely have an interest in these traditional summer camps, are a parent who is thinking of sending their children to a summer camp, or a young adult contemplating working at a summer camp, this is an episode for you.
Here are some links to camps we talked about during the episode
Camp Nakanawa
Tech Camp
Arts and Design Camp Daughter #2 attended
Critical Language Scholarship Program (US residents only)
Advice on finding a summer camp jobs
Consolidator site for US counselor applications
Bunac - getting a job in the US at a summer camp as a non-US-Citizen
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In Episode 29, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard. They are both splendid places to go in the Summer. Beaches, lighthouses, and hikes are the highlights
2. Small-Town American Museums. Both of us love small-town museums. Any American town of almost any size has one, and they are great places for understanding American culture.
3. A Grand Tour. Julian talks about his forthcoming Grand Tour across Europe. Michael talks about the podcasts he is going to record and edit in Julian's absence.
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In Episode 28, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Amish Communities. They are amongst the most successful communities in America and have spread to over 30 US states. Julian talks about what you mind find if you visit an Amish community
2. Rodeos. We both love them and are full of admiration for these brave cowboys and cowgirls. Watch out for some truly terrible jokes too.
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In Episode 27, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Knoxville, Tennessee. We try to find a way of describing its main monument to keep this podcast clean. Michael is thoroughly unimpressed with Julian's facts
2. State Fairs. Julian loves them but fails to convince Michael that the food is excellent. We both would like to participate in the sunflower seed spitting contests
3. Taco Bell closers. Taco Bell is offering $18 an hour for an unskilled job. We talk about the implications for the US economy
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In Episode 26, Michael and Julian talk about
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Phoenix. The saguaro-dotted vistas are magnificent, but will Michael and Julian recommend Phoenix as a destination?
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City Names. 25 city names have a presence in more than 18 states. Why are Americans so unoriginal in the naming of their cities? Also, when you have a unique name like Buttsville do you change it to Greenville?
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Spring Training Baseball. With the strike settled, Julian goes to a Spring Training Baseball game and contrasts it with a regular-season game.
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California Movies. A listener is traveling down the coast of California with her family this summer. She wants to know which movies to watch to get in the mood. Julian gives his suggestions. Michael does too, but then he recommended Bad Santa
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In Episode 25, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Atlanta. Julian lived here for almost a decade, while Michael is confused about its center
2. Vegetarianism. A listener asks if she will be able to get vegan food easily before she runs the New York Marathon.
3. The ending of the baseball strike. After 99 days, it is all over. The season will start a week late but still feature 162 regular-season games. Michael asks, who won?
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In Episode 22, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Denver. Michael loves it and keeps returning.
2. The Drive Thru. Michael is dubious about them and thinks they have a limited future. Julian, however, believes they are quintessentially American and some data to disprove Michael's thesis.
3. Automated software for voice recording. Julian has been experimenting with software that transcribes our podcasts. There is a problem, however. The clever technology cannot understand what Michael is saying
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In Episode 23, Julian interviews Johannes Terblanche. We talk about many things including:
- His upbringing in Namibia
- Working in the USA
- Why America is so prosperous
- Education
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There is a transcript available. Otter.ai describes it as about 85-90% accurate
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In Episode 22, Michael and Julian talk about
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American Malls. While it may appear that Michael is talking about American Moles, it is American shopping centers that get our attention in this episode.
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San Diego. Julian loves it but hasn't been there for over 25 years. Michael talks lovingly about its beaches, parks, and baseball
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Another Baseball Strike. Julian tries to explain a lockout to Michael and the 50 years of disputes between owners and players. Michael wonders whether there might be an endemic industrial relations issue.
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Trouble at the Golden Corral. Julian describes a big fight that erupted at the Golden Corral. It does not encourage Michael to ignore the advice from Episode 18
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In Episode 21, Michael and Julian talk about
1. The Superbowl. We look forward to Superbowl LVI. Michael struggles with the roman numerals but does explain why they are used. Julian shares how much food is eaten on Superbowl night
2. Orlando Theme Parks. We give some tips on how to best enjoy Orlando's many theme parks
3. Outtro. Lorna finally reviews Bad Santa, and we lament Derby County's tricky financial situation.
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In Episode 20, Julian interviews Mandy Urena. We talk about many things including:
- Her new book. If These Hands Could Talk: The Girl Who Touched the World
- American military bases around the world
- Atlantic City, Miami Beach, and Arkansas
- American chocolate
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In Episode 19, Michael and Julian talk about
- San Francisco. Michael likes it but recommends that you take a sweater. Julian has a friend with a plane
- Tipping. Michael has a rant, while Julian tries to explain the rules of tipping in the US
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This episode is a Christmas present for Michael, who often complains that there is no good food near American highways.
Daughters #1 and #2 and their respective boyfriends (boyfriend #1 and #2) discuss where they like to eat and what they like to eat. They also tell you where they will never eat again.
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In Episode 17, Michael and Julian talk about
- Christmas in the USA. We contrast Christmas in the USA with that in the UK. Many fun facts and some jokes.
- Columbus, Indiana. Julian recommended that Michael go to this town many years ago. Michael did not like it
- Abortion. Julian tries to answer Michael's questions about some proposed state abortion laws
- Let's Go Brandon. Julian explains this phenomenon to Michael
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In Episode 16, Michael and Julian talk about
- Northern New England. You can have three types of vacation there depending on whether you go in summer, fall, or winter. Michael talks about more hotel mishaps and trains
- Thanksgiving(s). Julian likes to give thanks, and Michael likes the football
- Education questions. Michael puts questions from listeners on education to Julian
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In Episode 15, Michael and Julian talk about
- Mackinac Island. Michael hopes it might be idyllic.
- Another update on previous topics. Will Biden ever get his trillion-dollar bills passed? Vaccine mandates. More information on the molasses catastrophe of 1919. Michael's romantic packages. High School football
- Sororities and Fraternities. Julian and his daughters talk about these university social clubs
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In Episode 14, Michael and Julian talk about
- Boston. Michael describes this charismatic city, and Julian annoys him with some things he doesn't know about it
- Driving in America. It's one of the joys of life. Michael talks about why he likes it, while Julian talks about the perils of hitting a deer
- The US college experience. Julian and his daughters talk about the differences between going to university in the UK and the US
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Michael and Julian go back to the past in this episode and publish the previously unheard pilot episode.
It's rough and ready, but has some merit (if you look hard enough). In the episode, we discuss
- Homeschooling. Julian explains why it's much more popular in the US than in Europe
- Savannah. We both love it. We think you will love it too.
- Mass Shootings. We used to have a topical news item on each episode. This topic, sadly, always seems topical in the US. Julian tries to explain why they are difficult to stop.
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- Yosemite. Julian went here on his honeymoon. Michael sees another bear and retells a much-loved story
- Air Conditioning. Michael doesn't understand why we are talking about it. However, it's instrumental in America's development. There are also many downsides
- Part 6 of a series on Education. With help from Daughter #1 and #2, Julian talks about discipline in US schools. This leads to a discussion on school police officers and school shootings. D#1 and D#2 talk about school shooter training.
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- Drug Advertising on TV. Only two countries in the world allow drug advertising on TV. In the US, three-quarters of TV revenues come from drug adverts. Julian and Michael talk about this phenomenon.
- Nashville. Julian loves the music and Michael likes the old train terminal. They talk about other stuff there too
- Part 5 of a series on Education. With help from Daughter #1 and #2, Julian talks about music and sport in US high schools. D#1 waxes about game day, while D#2 talks about how good the high school bands are.
- Bloopers. Just one this week. Julian can't understand what Michael is saying.
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- Planning Michael's Next US Vacation. As a UK citizen, Michael is not yet allowed to travel to the US. However, he is looking forward to when the rules change. We talk about a potential trip that includes train travel (yawn), Los Angeles, Texas, New Orleans, and a road trip to Florida
- Why are there no workers in the US or the UK? Both countries seem to have a dearth of workers at the current time, but for slightly different reasons. Julian and Michael explore these reasons
- Part 4 of a series on Education. With help from Daughter #1 and #2, Julian talks about High School cliques. Jocks, Nerds, Stoners, outcasts, etc. Do these cliques really exist or are they mainly the construct of Hollywood?
- Bloopers. Just one this week. We must be getting better at this podcast thing
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- American TV. Michael watches it every night, while Julian avoids it
- Yellowstone. It's the oldest National Park, and we talk about what we love about it.
- Part 3 of a series on Education. With help from Daughter #1 and #2, Julian talks about the icons of High School education. Yellow buses, driving to school, uniforms, lockers, the cafeteria, the pledge of allegiance, proms, and graduation
- Bloopers. It's another bumper week for outtakes. Michael's doorbell disturbs everyone
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- Part 2 of a series on Education. With help from Daughter #1 and #2, Julian compares the UK and US education systems. This week, we cover whether the US education system is too US-centric; Streaming by ability; Testing; and comparison of university admissions processes
- Drive-In Movies. Michael has never been to one. He has missed out
- Philadelphia. Few British people ever go there. Julian argues that they should.
- Bloopers. It's another bumper week for outtakes.
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- Baseball. We both love baseball; we explain why. Julian tells a long story about the longest baseball game
- Part 1 of a series on Education. With help from Daughter #1 and #2, Julian compares the UK and US education systems. This week, we cover the structure and history and answer a few basic definitional questions
- Chicago. It's my kind of town, says Michael
- Bloopers. It's a bumper week for outtakes. Michael boasts that he has done some preparation this week and has more trouble with household technology. Daughter #1 and Julian struggle to understand the relative numbering of years/grades in the UK/US education systems.
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- The Classic American Motel. What is the appeal of a classic American motel? Why is there a shortage of rental cars?
- Chattanooga. Michael struggles to pronounce the name of the town but loves its railway museum.
- News update. Julian gives an update on news items covered in the previous episodes: Masks, more trillion-dollar budgets, Meghan, has the bungled NYC election finished yet?
- Blooper. Michael struggles to pronounce stuff
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- New York City. Both of us keep coming back to this city. There is always something else to see
- A Bungled Election. New York City officials bungle an election in a very embarrassing manner
- Are Americans less reserved than the British in an office environment? Of course, but the more interesting question is why
- Blooper. Michael has a new doorbell
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- Las Vegas. Neither of us likes it very much, but we do recommend that you go there!
- What is Juneteenth? Will all Americans have this as a public holiday?
- Soccer in the US. Michael believes that the USA will win the World Cup within the next 20 years. Julian is not so sure but thinks that the professional game in the USA is good to watch live. Both give their prediction on who will win the Euros
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- Los Angeles. Both of us like the things to do here but find the traffic aggravating.
- Listener question. Why can you drive at 16, but not drink until 21? Julian points out that you can drive at 14 in some states and explains why it's a minimum of 21 everywhere to drink alcohol.
- In the week where Meghan and Harry hit the news again, Julian and Michael explore why royalty is so popular in America.
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- Miami and the Florida Keys. Both of us find Miami Beach too noisy but love the Art Deco architecture. Julian talks about why he loves Key West.
- In the week where President Biden reveals his $6 trillion federal budget, Julian wonders whether it should happen and whether it will happen.
- The High School Prom. Bah Humbug: Michael thinks they are another American import to the UK like Halloween. Julian thinks they are important but asks whether they have gone too far.
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Michael and Julian discuss:
- North Dakota. Even the state's own tourism bureau thinks you should leave it to last. Julian disagrees; he visits a great museum and an empty national park.
- In the week where the federal government says that fully vaccinated people don't have to wear masks in most settings, Julian and Michael discuss Covid in the USA.
- Trains vs. car in the USA. Julian explains how transportation developed in the USA and why the car is so dominant. Michael talks of a wonderful train journey he took from LA to San Diego.
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