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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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Vanity Fair’s profiling of the Trump administration has caused a real headache for the President. Amongst the drama, electoral mastermind Susie Wiles really let loose, saying Trump had an “alcoholic’s personality” and Vance a “conspiracy theorist”. W... more

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The Watergate scandal might be one of the biggest political scandals of all time - but do we really know the full truth of it? Garrett M. Graff is a Pulitzer Prize finalist and author of Watergate: A New History and joins Chris and Nikki to discuss e... more

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

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

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Recent Guests

Garrett M. Graff
Journalist, historian, and Pulitzer Prize finalist
Episode: Watergate: The real truth behind America's biggest ever scandal!
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?
Casey Burgat
Author of We Hold These Truths and political commentator
Episode: Everything Trump has broken in his second term!
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

Hosts

Jacob Jarvis
Host and commentator with a strong background in media and journalism. Formerly associated with Newsweek, he brings a wealth of experience in political commentary.
Chris Jones
Co-host and political analyst known for his insights into U.S. politics, also with experience in various media formats.
Nikki McCann Ramirez
Co-host and Politics Reporter at Rolling Stone, she brings in-depth political journalism experience and contributes significantly to political discussions.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 704 ratings
  • American friction

    Fantastic 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lizajg1
    Norway11 days ago
  • Funny and relevant

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DisplacedCanuck
    18 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 States4 months ago

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Overall, the podcast retains a loyal following, with many acknowledging the informative nature of its discussions despite varying opinions on the presentation style.
Many praise the podcast for its unique British perspective on American politics, making complex topics accessible and entertaining.
There is feedback highlighting the need for more focus on serious discussion over banter, indicating some listeners may prefer less comedic interludes.
Critics mention that the hosts' humor can sometimes overshadow the serious content, leading to mixed reviews.
Listeners appreciate the engaging blend of humor and insightful analysis, noting the dynamic chemistry among hosts.

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#35
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Apple Podcasts
#66
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#152
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#106
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#203
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#124
South Africa/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Trump is waging war with Venezuela
Q: Do you think labeling this as potentially going towards a Vietnam style war is probably a step too far?
Yes, it's unlikely the U.S. will end up in a Vietnam-style war again because of the lack of a draft and the approach being more covert.
Watergate: The real truth behind America's biggest ever scandal!
Q: What does the Watergate scandal represent in terms of American politics?
Watergate is the hinge on which all of American politics turns, leading to a collapse of trust in institutions and contributing to an age of conspiracy theories.
Watergate: The real truth behind America's biggest ever scandal!
Q: What was the situation for Nixon leading into 1972? How popular was he?
Nixon was enormously popular heading into 1972, as 1972 culminated in the largest presidential landslide in American history.
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.

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What is American Friction about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast focuses on the interplay of American political events and culture, offering a unique British perspective. With a blend of humor and serious discourse, it tackles topics such as the Trump administration and significant historical moments, alongside expert interviews that provide analytical insights into U.S. foreign policies and social issues. Notably, the hosts emphasize the importance of understanding complex political dynamics while making the content accessible and engaging through light-hearted banter, appealing to listeners who seek both information and entertainment.

This podcast also differentiates itself through its variety of expert guests, allowing for a range of perspectives on contemporary issues while maintaining a ... more

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1. Garrett M. Graff
2. Mark White
3. Tore Olsson
4. Kurt Andersen
5. Elena Schneider
6. Casey Burgat
7. Brigid Bergin
8. Dr. Will Freeman

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