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Welcome to An Americanist Daily, your go-to solo podcast for a quick and snarky dive into the current events and politics shaping our nation! As a daily extension of the An Americanist blog, I’m here to break down the headlines that matter—Monday through Friday—without the fluff and filler. In each bite-sized episode, I tackle the latest political news, dissect current events, and share my unfiltered thoughts, all with a sprinkle of humor and a touch of sass. From legislative shenanigans to ...
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The Long Jump

Peter Doesburg

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A mix of opinions, interviews, thoughts, news, business and generally interesting topics from the perspective of a 38 year old Dutch stay-home dad living in NL. Going beyond frontpage news and diving deeper into the stories behind people, developments and culture.
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Big Wake Up

Mark Baker

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A quick 5 min Podcast Every Weekday Morning for you to grab and listen to over breakfast, in the car or on the school run - the latest frontpage news, quiz, birthdays and brainteaser for The West Midlands and South Wales Each Morning !
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On today's Front Page: President Trump says that Iran and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire hours after Iran launched a missile attack towards an U.S. military base in Qatar, New York City voters are about to launch either the improbable comeback of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo or the rapid rise of Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, and more.…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Welcome back! After a brief hiatus for a Tunica getaway (where I may have strayed from my diet and gained three pounds—but who's counting?), I'm diving into three bizarre stories that mainstream media won't cover. Take a break from the usual news cycle with these fascinating tales that highlight the strange and wonderful world w…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Strange headlines dominate today's roundup as we dive into some truly bizarre news stories that seem almost too outlandish to be true. The most mind-boggling tale involves a Texas woman who allegedly managed to legally marry her ex-fiancé without his knowledge after they broke up. This peculiar case unfolded when Kristen Marie S…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Have you ever thought about how Tuesday gets overlooked in our weekly narrative? While Monday suffers from the blues and Wednesday celebrates being the halfway point, Tuesday sits quietly in between – vanilla, simple, and often unappreciated. Yet there's something beautifully reliable about this unassuming day that deserves reco…
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On today's Front Page: Israel's military campaign against Iran has expanded dramatically as President Trump alluded to more strikes in Tehran, a phony police uniform, silicone mask and a weapons stockpile were essential to Vance Boelter’s alleged plot to kill Minnesota Democratic lawmakers, and more. The Front Page will be off from Wednesday, June …
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Mondays are for easy listening, and this episode delivers with four diverse topics guaranteed to start your week with a smile and something to ponder. The first story revolves around a tourist who, in the pursuit of the perfect volcano view, took a terrifying tumble off a Hawaiian cliff. Miraculously saved by a tree after fallin…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Friday the 13th brings a collection of stories you likely haven't encountered through mainstream channels. From unexpected political dining companions to scientific discoveries frozen in time, this episode peels back layers of news that deserve attention but often get overlooked. We start with Senator John Fetterman's eyebrow-ra…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Thanks for listening! Liberty Line each week on Sunday, look for topics on my X file @americanistblog and submit your 1-3 audio opinions to [email protected] and you'll be featured on the podcast. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE S…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Headlines can tell us a lot about our society's values, and today's news stories paint a disturbing picture. From a shocking criminal case that challenges our sense of humanity to questions about how we honor military history, this episode explores the stories making waves this week. Our lead story covers a truly disturbing crim…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Have you ever wondered where the line between content creation and invasion of privacy exists? Today's episode dives deep into a disturbing case that's pushing those boundaries to their limits. We kick off with a personal victory - celebrating a 10-pound weight loss milestone after four weeks of strict keto, proving that discipl…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A decorated Marine veteran who survived multiple deployments to Iraq now fights for his life after being shot by an individual who should never have been on our streets. Jimmy Fries, a 44-year-old father of a five-month-old baby, was working as a security guard when he attempted to confiscate a weapon from a patron at El Patio S…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT The absurdity of modern drama against the backdrop of historic valor forms the core of this thought-provoking episode. We begin with an unexpected morning excitement involving a fire truck in the parking lot, quickly transitioning to the childish social media feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk that has dominated headlines. …
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A shocking tragedy unfolds when a long-term murder suspect takes his own life during a virtual interview with investigators. Michael Thomas, connected to a 2010 cold case where a young mother was beaten to death while her baby lay nearby, controlled a 45-minute Zoom conversation before shooting himself on camera. Why did justice…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Thanks for listening! Liberty Line each week on Sunday, look for topics on my X file @americanistblog and submit your 1-3 audio opinions to [email protected] and you'll be featured on the podcast. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE S…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever notice those unspoken rules that govern our daily lives? From office dress codes to bathroom etiquette between spouses, today we're diving into social norms that impact us more than we realize. When a California woman wore jean shorts to her non-profit workplace, she was genuinely confused about why her outfit was deemed in…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever wondered what could possibly go wrong at 37,000 feet? Join me for a wild ride as I unpack the bizarre story of a British Airways flight attendant who decided to strip down and boogie in the business class bathroom during a packed San Francisco to London flight. This mind-boggling tale of mid-air mayhem explores what happens…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Have you ever wondered if there are limits to what you can name your child? Dive into today's episode where we explore Japan's fascinating new law banning "kirakira" (shiny or glittery) baby names like Pikachu, Devil, Nike, and even Elsa! The Japanese government now gives local authorities power to reject names deemed too outrag…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Thursday morning arrives with a weary sigh – the longest four-day week drags on, bringing with it a peculiar collection of news stories that range from cosmic threats to psychedelic misadventures. Venus might be harboring a deadly secret: at least three "city-killer" asteroids circling in unstable orbits that could potentially s…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever wondered how a simple bodily function could lead to years of medical mystery? In this wildly entertaining and sometimes shocking episode, we dive into the bizarre case of a woman plagued by a seven-year sinus infection with a cause that will leave you both disgusted and fascinated. The culprit? E. coli bacteria traced back …
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever had a long weekend feel like it stretched into a week? That post-Memorial Day time warp sets the stage for this reflective episode where personal downtime collides with truly bizarre news stories. After sharing details about a much-needed Bridget Jones marathon (all four movies, thank you very much) that brought unexpected …
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Life truly is like a box of chocolates—or as I prefer to say, a carnival ride where you should buckle up for the unexpected. Today's journey takes us through some shocking medical revelations that might forever change how you think about "safe" procedures. The heart of our discussion centers on the disturbing reality behind LASI…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A shocking shooting in Washington DC sets the tone for today's discussion as we examine the murder of two Israeli embassy staff members. The tragedy raises profound questions about political rhetoric, responsibility, and the growing concern over campus protests that have escalated beyond peaceful demonstration. I don't hold back…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Strange stories lurk in the shadows of our news cycles, overshadowed by flashier headlines but no less fascinating. Today's episode dives into two such tales that deserve your attention. First, we explore the concerning discovery of a mysterious new bacterial strain aboard China's Tiangong space station. This microorganism, rela…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Have you noticed how news headlines seem designed to scare rather than inform? This morning's conversation dives into a perfect example: a New York Post article warning about a "thousand-foot-tall mega tsunami" threatening three US regions. Yet buried in the fearmongering is the actual science: there's only a 15% chance of the t…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT What aren't they telling us? That's the question at the heart of this week's episode as we dive into President Biden's troubling cancer diagnosis. The news of his aggressive Stage 4 cancer leaves us wondering: how long has the administration known? While extending compassion to anyone facing such a diagnosis, we can't help but q…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Skepticism meets diplomacy in this thought-provoking conversation about news, accusations, and international relations. We begin by questioning recent allegations against 85-year-old Smokey Robinson, pondering why accusations from nearly two decades ago are surfacing now. Is this a genuine pursuit of justice or simply an attempt…
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Have you ever witnessed something seemingly ordinary that suddenly strikes you as deeply strange? That's exactly how this episode begins—with a curious observation about a man spraying chemicals on a lawn without proper equipment, sparking questions about environmental safety and everyday awareness. The conversation quickly shif…
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