What's the Story, Old Glory?

A podcast following the build-up to the 2024 US Presidential election, told from a New Zealand perspective.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Episode 29: It's the economy, stupid!

We're continuing our series of episodes focused on election policy issues. In this episode, we're chatting with Editor of Business North Carolina magazine, David Mildenberg, about the American economy, which is typically one of the key issues which determines how people vote in November. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-25
53:41

Episode 28: And here's to you, Mr Robinson?!

In this episode, we're back talking about swing states. This week we interview Sarah Michels, journalist in Raleigh, North Carolina. We discuss the issues on the ground in the Tar Heel State, and how the ongoing scandals around gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson could influence voters in the presidential race. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-22
40:30

Episode 27: The debate to end all debates

In this episode we analyse the incredible debate between former President Trump and Vice President Harris. It was quite a ride and it ended in an endorsement from the world's most influential childless cat lady... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-13
54:11

Bonus Episode: It's debate night!

It's debate night between Harris and Trump! In this special bonus episode, we discuss our predications and what to watch for. Bring it on... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-10
13:25

Episode 25: Pennsylvania and pastries

In our 25th episode, we are continuing our swing states series. This week, it's Pennsylvania with Andrew McGinley from the Committee of 70, an election integrity non-profit in Philadelphia. We also look at the latest polls and talk about the amazing contrast between the two veep pics and their pastry purchasing abilities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-08
01:13:31

Episode 24: The swing states - Senator Stan Barnes from Arizona

In this episode, we talk to former State Senator from Arizona, Stan Barnes, on what makes Arizona a battleground and what matters to voters on the ground in the Copper State. We also discuss the first Harris-Walz interview on CNN, the poll numbers, and Trump's ideas on Jesus as a vote-counter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-01
01:07:40

Episode 23: The DNC parties in the Windy City

In this episode, we discuss the DNC convention held this week in Chicago, where the Harris-Walz ticket was confirmed. We also discuss the latest poll numbers and the demise of the RFK Junior campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-25
01:05:14

Episode 22: The Swing State Series - Nevada

In this episode, we're starting our Swing State Series, delving into the factors and issues at play in the all-important battleground states. We're interviewing journalist Tabitha Mueller from the Nevada Independent to get her take on where things are at for the people of the Silver State and what will shape the election there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-17
42:23

Episode 21: Tim Walz, couch gags, and a press conference

In this episode, we discuss the new Democratic VP nominee Tim Walz, Trump's recent press conference, Walz and Vance's jabs, and in Past Glory it's the 42nd President, "Slick Willy" Bill Clinton. Our cover art is for those of you from the deep south of Aotearoa New Zealand! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-12
58:16

Episode 20: The US media and politics

In this episode, we interview Dr Maria Armoudian from the University of Auckland to discuss the role of the media in US politics. We also talk about the week that was, the latest swing state poll results, and in Past Glory we profile Calvin Coolidge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-05
01:07:15

Episode 19: Kamala Harris is the presumptive nominee

In this episode, we discuss Joe Biden's latest speech from the Oval Office and the hype around the Kamala Harris campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-27
42:57

Episode 18: one of the longest weeks in politics!

In this episode, we discuss the Republican Convention, JD Vance, the recent court decisions in Trump's favour, and - of course - the assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-21
01:01:32

Episode 17: The first presidential debate

This episode was recorded during the first presidential debate, but unfortunately we had to delay its release due to a family emergency, which has seen us out of podcasting action for a few weeks...a heck of a long time in presidential politics! We hope you enjoy our debate analysis in hindsight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-19
52:05

Episode 16: Bring out the youth vote

In this episode we interview Associate Professor Jennifer Frost from Auckland University about youth voting in the USA. In Old Glory, we profile one of the accidental presidents, Chester A. Arthur. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-17
01:04:45

Episode 15: After the verdicts

In this episode, we discuss the fallout from the guilty verdict's in former President Trump's hush money case in Manhattan. What does this mean, what comes next, and what does it mean for his other criminal cases? In Past Glory, we returning to talk more about Tricky Dicky, Richard Nixon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-04
51:09

Episode 14: The abortion debate

In this episode we interview expert on the politics of abortion in the US, Dr Prudence Flowers from Flinders University. In our past glory segment, we discuss Harry Truman - the ultimate underdog! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-02
01:18:09

Episode 13 - Trump's legal woes continued

A Playboy model, an adult film actress, a doorman, and the National Enquirer! In this episode, we discuss the "hush money" case in which Trump is facing 34 criminal charges. We also discuss RFK Jr's new veep (vice president) running mate, Nicole Shanahan. And in Past Glory, we talk about "Tricky Dicky", Richard Nixon, whose actions spurred the passing of the Presidential Records Act, which prosecutors are seeking to use against Trump in Florida classified documents case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-04
55:47

Episode 12: Trump's criminal cases, part two

In this episode, we continue our analysis of Donald Trump's legal battles - this time it's the alleged retention of classified documents when he left the white House. In Past Glory, we look at the only president to have served two non-consecutive terms, Grover Cleveland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-17
43:35

Episode 11: Trump's criminal cases, part one

In this episode, we take a deep-dive into former President Trump's criminal cases, starting with those relating to election interference at the Federal level and in the State of Georgia. In past glory, we discuss James Munroe and the Munroe Doctrine, which shaped US foreign policy across the 19th Century. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-19
46:52

Episode 10: Exciting interview recorded live during New Hampshire Primary

In this episode, we recorded a live interview from Arizona, Tennessee, and New Zealand, with former national head of the Young Republicans and Ron De Santis campaigner, Jason Emert, as the results came out from the New Hampshire primaries. In past glory, we profile president Trump's favourite predecessor, the 7th US president, Andrew Jackson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-04
57:51

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