Rephonic
Artwork for Americano

Americano

The Spectator
Donald Trump
Iran
China
Ukraine
Russia
Israel
United States
Trump Administration
Venezuela
JD Vance
Tariffs
Democratic Party
Immigration
Artificial Intelligence
Elon Musk
Immigration Policy
Jeffrey Epstein
Free Speech
Social Media
American Politics

The next chapter in American politics has begun, but is it going to be any less crazy? The Spectator's Americano podcast delivers in-depth discussions with the best American pundits to keep you in the loop. Presented by Freddy Gray.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes721Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
PoliticsNewsNews Commentary

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Americano

Latest Episodes

Freddy Gray speaks with University of Chicago international security scholar Professor Robert Pape about his book, Our Own Worst Enemies: America in the Face of Violent Populism, exploring how demographic transformations, widening wealth inequality, ... more

Freddy Gray speaks with Spectator columnist Christopher Caldwell about the ten-year legacy of Donald Trump since his 2016 election victory, assessing his second administration's high-water marks alongside the recent political and personal controversi... more

In this episode of Americano, Freddy Gray hosts a debate between Daniel McCarthy of the Heritage Foundation and Robby Soave of Reason magazine to examine whether libertarianism has effectively died as a vital political force or remains quietly triump... more

In this episode of Americano, Freddie Gray speaks with Dr. Edward Howell, an Oxford University lecturer in international relations, about the high-stakes summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, examining Beijing’s strategic desire for global pari... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Edition
The EditionThe Spectator
Coffee House Shots
Coffee House ShotsThe Spectator
Quite right!
Quite right!The Spectator
Holy Smoke
Holy SmokeThe Spectator

Recent Guests

Robby Soave
Editor at Reason Magazine
Reason Magazine
Episode: Is libertarianism dead? Daniel McCarthy vs. Robby Soave
Edward Howell
Lecturer in international relations at Oxford University; China/North Korea specialist
Oxford University
Episode: The truth about Xi & Trump’s summit – with Dr. Edward Howell
Steve Bannon
Former chief strategist to Donald Trump; host of War Room podcast
None explicitly stated in transcript
Episode: Steve Bannon: Tech oligarchs hid the AI extinction threat
Michael P. Gibson
Co-founder of the 1517 Fund
1517 Fund
Episode: Peter Thiel, the Antichrist and the battle to control AI
Randy Fine
U.S. Congressman (Florida)
U.S. House of Representatives (Florida)
Episode: Rep. Randy Fine: 'I support a four-state solution for Britain!'
Ian Thomson
Spectator contributor and writer
Spectator
Episode: Inside Jared Kushner’s Albanian adventure
Sarah Beth Spraggins
Audience editor
Spectator
Episode: Will Pete Hegseth run for President?
James Johnson
Co-founder of JL Partners
JL Partners
Episode: Just how bad are the polls for the Republicans ?
Andrew Cockburn
Washington editor of Harper's; The Spectator contributor
Harper's Magazine; The Spectator
Episode: Have aircraft carriers had their day?

Host

Freddy Gray
Host of Americano; Deputy Editor of The Spectator US, longstanding presenter

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • My top politics podcast

    Been listening to Americano for 10 years I think and as a Brit I became aware recently that I am so much better informed on US politics than I used to be and than my social group who just seem to feed off UK media headlines. So my favourite politics pod is truly informative, very diverse the recent one on US farming was incredible and a great example of this but it's also fun. Thank you Freddy. If I could suggest a topic I would say do something that contrasts US states in term of politics, cult... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GuyChGe
    France4 months ago
  • Usher Vance episode

    Good idea but poorly executed. Both host and guest seemed under-prepared and fumbled their way through the topic - too many “I don’t know” caveats reduced the insight.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    OziMozzie
    Australia4 months ago
  • Francis Pike

    What an interesting chap with his, what appeared balanced views and no drama explanations in the episode about Trump and Xi.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rtc44
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Dan McCarthy

    Is this journalism? More like a gentlemen’s club smoking room. American Heritage guy. Nothing about Project 2025? About incipient censorship? About broadcast licenses? About legal attack on political opponents? Freddy, are you trying? And what are you trying? Be a journalist not a platform.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NonStopp12
    United States6 months ago
  • Too much TDS

    Freddy lets himself down

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    wellgaveitatry
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Thoughtful cross-Atlantic analysis with credible guests.
Sound quality has been criticized in some episodes.
Strong host persona and dynamic conversations.
Occasionally polarizing but consistently engaging.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#105
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#171
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#149
South Africa/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#164
Ukraine/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#175
Ireland/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#183
United Arab Emirates/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Is Trumpism unravelling? with Anthony Scaramucci
Q: What did you think about the revelation that Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding was partly paid for by a Russian oligarch close to Vladimir Putin?
The episode underscores a longer pattern of opaque associations and financial entanglements surrounding the Trump circle, highlighting how foreign money and influence are perceived as shaping elite circles, even if not always proven in every case.
Steve Bannon: Tech oligarchs hid the AI extinction threat
Q: Steve, can you explain what yesterday's event was about and why it matters for policy on AI?
The event signaled a rare cross-partisan convergence calling for human-centric governance of AI, stressing that ordinary citizens must remain in control and that meaningful safeguards and international agreements are necessary to prevent unchecked acceleration and potential catastrophe.
Why did the CIA director fly to Moscow?
Q: What are the main candidate topics they could have discussed, given the current geopolitics?
Candidates include addressing Iran-related issues, potential Russian provocations against NATO, Ukraine peace prospects, and the broader context of sanctions and European security, all underscored by a fragile balance of power and ongoing regional conflicts.
Why did the CIA director fly to Moscow?
Q: Could you walk us through exactly what occurred yesterday?
The arrival of a U.S. government aircraft to Moscow was highly unusual, with high-level talks reportedly taking place between Ratcliffe and Sergei Naryshkin, indicating an urgent and sensitive agenda though the specifics remain undisclosed.
Just how bad are the polls for the Republicans ?
Q: What do you think is going to happen in the House? And the Senate?
The House is very likely to flip to Democrats due to high Democratic turnout and negative climate for Republicans; the Senate is a toss-up with several key battlegrounds, and outcome depends on candidate quality and how the national climate develops, including the impact of the war and Trump approval.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Americano

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

Across recent episodes, the show typically blends sharp political analysis with tech, media, and international affairs, often pairing a veteran host with guests who offer insider perspectives from journalism, policy, and industry. Topics frequently thread through U.S. politics, cross-Atlantic relations, governance, and the economics and strategy behind technology and national security. A notable trait is the willingness to host controversial or contrarian viewpoints, drawing from a wide network of guests including politicians, pundits, and industry experts, which can yield provocative debates and nuanced takes for engaged listeners. This mix makes it appealing for audiences who want timely, opinionated analysis and a transatlantic lens on A... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Americano?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Americano. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Americano and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Americano get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Americano, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Americano?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Americano, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Americano have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Americano has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Americano?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Americano:

1. The Edition
2. Coffee House Shots
3. Best of the Spectator
4. Quite right!
5. Holy Smoke

How many episodes of Americano are there?

Americano launched 10 years ago and published 721 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Americano?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Americano?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Americano from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Americano?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Americano. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Americano?

Recent guests on Americano include:

1. Robby Soave
2. Edward Howell
3. Steve Bannon
4. Michael P. Gibson
5. Randy Fine
6. Ian Thomson
7. Sarah Beth Spraggins
8. James Johnson

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days