Afleveringen
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Against Julian's better judgment, Michael wanted to do a podcast on the US election.
Therefore, we look at the implications of the recent US elections for Democrats, Republicans, America, and Europe in as unbiased a manner as we could muster.
If you are inclined to get angry at one side or the other, we respectfully suggest you skip this episode. If, however, you are interested in a more neutral view, this might interest you.
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In Episode 61, Julian and Michael talk about Alaskan Railways. Julian thinks they are pricey and slow, but they do afford a good view at times.
In the lead-up to the US General Election, Julian and Michael discuss the thorny history of Presidential Debates. Of course, we do get sidetracked into the current campaign.
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In episode 60, Julian and Michael talk about
1. the Smithsonian Museums in Washington DC.
2. Julian also tries to convince Michael of the joys of leasing a storage unit (or at least why so many Americans have one).
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In Episode 58, Julian talks to his two daughters about the US education system
This will be the second 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.Other Show Notes
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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.Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
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In Episode 56, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Sedona. Julian loves the red rock hikes, while Michael likes to explore his spiritual side.
2. 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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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
1. Memphis. The home of blues music
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3. Natchez. An elegant but fading town on the Mississippi
4. New Orleans. The home of jazz music and drunkenness
5. Montgomery. Civil Rights history
6. Atlanta. The home of hip-hop
7. Pigeon Forge. Dollywood
8. 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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In Episode 52, Michael and Julian talk about
1. 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.
2. Lewis & Clark. We talk about two of America's great explorers.
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In Episode 51, Michael and Julian talk about
1. 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
2. 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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In Episode 50, Michael and Julian talk about
1. St Louis. Julian has never visited the gateway to the West, but fortunately, Michael has.
2. 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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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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Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
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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.
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook
Excerpts, reviews, and more available here
Connect with Julian via:
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