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American Friction

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Does what’s going on in American politics scare and bemuse you? Want to know what Trump is up to, without pulling your hair out? Then you need American Friction, the UK podcast about US politics – from the makers of Oh God, What Now? and The Bunker. Every Friday and Monday, we unpack the big issues, speak to leading experts and talk with blockbuster commentators from the United States to explain t... more

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Donald Trump has ramped up the pressure on his Venezuelan counterpart, Nicolas Maduro. Not only did he issue him an ultimatum to leave the country, but on Wednesday, US forces seized a Venezuelan oil tanker, raising oil prices and tension within the ... more

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The Cuban Missile Crisis is the closest we’ve been to nuclear war. What are the lessons we should learn from it being averted? Who were the key characters? And could Trump handle such a situation in the present day? Mark J. White, professor of histor... more

Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth appear to have at least allowed a war crime to happen on their watch – will they face any punishment? Plus, Trump is ranting in a new, weirder way and he can’t keep his eyes open during high-profile meetings anymore. Thi... more

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Recent Guests

Mark White
Professor of History at Queen Mary University of London, specializing in US foreign policy in the Cold War.
Queen Mary University of London
Episode: American History Special! – What if the Cuban Missile Crisis happened today?
Tore Olsson
Historian and author of Red Dead's History, A Video Game, An Obsession, and America's Violent Past
Episode: American History Special! – Why Trump 2.0 is just like the Wild West
Kurt Andersen
Best-selling author, renowned journalist, and author of 'Fantasyland, How America Went Haywire'
Episode: American History Special! – Has the United States always been crazy?!
Elena Schneider
National Political Reporter at Politico
Politico
Episode: Do the Democrats just hate winning?
Brigid Bergin
Senior Politics Reporter for WNYC
WNYC
Episode: Mamdani vs. Trump – How New York sent MAGA more insane
Dr. Will Freeman
Fellow for Latin America Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: Trump and the cartels —Is he at war or is he just bombing fishermen?
Sam Eagan
Journalist who has worked for The New Yorker, Vice, and Wired.
Episode: Trump vs. the Manosphere
Joshua Colangelo-Bryan
Human rights lawyer and author of 'Through the Gates of Hell, American Justice at Guantanamo Bay'
Episode: Trump and Guantanamo Bay – His source of inspiration?
Christian Farias
Legal journalist who writes about law and courts for Vanity Fair, the New Yorker, and New York Magazine
Episode: Trump, the Supreme Court and the war on American democracy

Hosts

Jacob Jarvis
Host known for his humorous take on serious topics and engages deeply with political analysis.
Chris Jones
Co-host and commentator with a focus on dissecting the political landscape in America.
Nikki McCann Ramirez
Co-host and Politics Reporter at Rolling Stone, offering insights from a journalistic perspective on American political issues.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 704 ratings
  • American friction

    Fantastic 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lizajg1
    Norway5 days ago
  • Funny and relevant

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DisplacedCanuck
    12 days ago
  • Good show

    This is an enjoyable brief survey of major US news items from the distance of the UK, with sardonic British flair.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StatenIslandListener
    United States2 months ago
  • Makes American politics bearable

    Podcast Addict
    5
    LackOfToast
    3 months ago
  • Boring

    Not the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhozitYouzit
    United States3 months ago

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Some find the balance between serious content and humor engaging, while others feel it's inconsistent.
The podcast offers a unique British perspective on American politics, which is praised by the audience.
Listeners appreciate expert guests that contribute to the political discourse.
Hosts provide insightful political commentary with a mix of humor.
The banter between hosts is occasionally criticized for being off-topic and distracting.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#47
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Apple Podcasts
#64
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Apple Podcasts
#149
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Apple Podcasts
#87
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#166
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#205
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

American History Special! – Has the United States always been crazy?!
Q: What lessons from the book can we use to help the current state that America is in, to learn from, I guess?
The importance of speaking truth to power and reminding people of the reality-based majority, while offering a perspective of hope that tolerance can prevail.
American History Special! – Has the United States always been crazy?!
Q: Kurt, what did you learn about America that you didn't know when you were researching, writing this book?
I learned a lot about how the degree to which religion began to push itself into the public sphere and the intertwining of Christianity with American politics took place over the last 30 to 40 years.
Trump and the cartels —Is he at war or is he just bombing fishermen?
Q: What powers does Trump's declaration of armed conflict give the U.S. in terms of going after the cartels?
The declaration may empower federal prosecutors to aggressively pursue cartel affiliates, but many existing legal tools already allow for action against these organizations.
Trump and the cartels —Is he at war or is he just bombing fishermen?
Q: Why does Trump seem to be so obsessed with Venezuela?
Trump may view Venezuela as a source of drug trafficking to the U.S. despite it being a minor player, possibly due to political narratives or strategic interests.
Trump and the cartels —Is he at war or is he just bombing fishermen?
Q: Who actually are these cartels that Trump won't shut up about?
There are dozens of cartels in Latin America, with major players like the Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation Cartels dominating the drug trade into the U.S.

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This podcast provides an engaging and humorous take on the tumultuous landscape of American politics, particularly focusing on contemporary issues related to former President Donald Trump and the evolving political climate in the USA. It features a mix of insightful analysis from expert guests, provocative commentary by the hosts, and a lively discussion of current political events. Notably, the hosts' British perspectives offer a unique lens through which American political dynamics are scrutinized, encouraging a broader understanding of international relations and domestic policies. The blend of serious political analysis with lighthearted banter makes it both informative and entertaining for listeners.

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Recent guests on American Friction include:

1. Mark White
2. Tore Olsson
3. Kurt Andersen
4. Elena Schneider
5. Brigid Bergin
6. Dr. Will Freeman
7. Sam Eagan
8. Joshua Colangelo-Bryan

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