Episodes

  • e62 - An analysis of the US Presidential Election
    Nov 15 2024

    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.

    Other Show Notes
    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

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • e61 - Alaskan Railways and Presidential Debates
    Oct 26 2024

    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.

    Other Show Notes
    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

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    46 mins
  • e60 - DC's Smithsonian Museums and Storage Units
    Oct 23 2024

    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).

    Other Show Notes
    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

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    56 mins
  • e58 - US Education (part 2 of three-part series)
    Sep 6 2024

    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
    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

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    52 mins
  • e57 - US Education (part one of a three part series)
    Aug 22 2024

    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.

    Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet

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    54 mins
  • e56 - Sedona, and Buying and Selling a House
    Aug 16 2024

    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.


    Other Show Notes
    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

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    50 mins
  • e55 - Deep South Music Roadtrip
    Aug 3 2024

    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

    2.

    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


    Other Show Notes
    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

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    42 mins
  • e53 - Julian Bishop's Are We There Yet
    Dec 10 2023
    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."


    Other Show Notes
    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?

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    38 mins