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Americano

The Spectator
Donald Trump
2024 Presidential Election
Democratic Party
Joe Biden
2024 U.S. Presidential Election
Economy
Voting By Mail
Ron Desantis
Hispanic Voters
African American Voters
Jimmy Carter
Barack Obama
Elizabeth Warren
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Bernie Sanders
Nikki Haley
Biden Administration
Polling
Tea Party
Wall Street

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.

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Steven Crowder, host of Louder with Crowder joins Freddy Gray to discuss the warring factions in the podcast world, worsened since Charlie Kirk's assassination; the global leftwing alliance promoting communism in Cuba, whether Trump was wrong to atta... more

The attack on Iran is so wildly inconsistent with the wishes of his own base that it is likely to mark the end of Trumpism as a project. Freddy Gray is joined by Spectator columnist Christopher Caldwell to discuss Trumpism, JD Vance vs Marco Rubio, w... more

King Charles is due to travel to the US on a state visit to see President Donald Trump. Given the turbulence between Starmer and Trump over the war in Iran, some politicians such as Ed Davey have suggested the King should not go. Freddy Gray speaks t... more

Freddy Gray speaks to James D. Boys, author of the new book US grand strategy and the madman theory. He is also a senior research fellow at UCL. They discuss the origins of the madman theory – which applies insights from psychology to understand how ... more

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Recent Guests

Robert Hardman
The Daily Mail writer, author of Elizabeth II, in private, in public
Daily Mail / Spectator interview subject
Episode: Why King Charles should still visit Trump
James D. Boys
Author of US Grand Strategy and the Madman Theory, From Nixon to Trump
Center for US Politics Studies, UCL
Episode: Can anyone beat a madman president?
Geoffrey Cain
Journalist and author of The Perfect Police State and Steve Jobs in Exile
Author, journalist
Episode: Iran: is Trump's ultimate target in this war China?
Daniel McCarthy
Columnist for The Spectator; distinguished fellow in conservative thought at the Heritage Foundation
The Spectator; Heritage Foundation
Episode: Why Iran marks the end of neoconservatism
Charlie Gammell
Former Foreign Office Iran desk, author of The Pearl of Khorasan
The Spectator
Episode: Will Iran descend into civil war?
Matt Ridley
Writer and biologist
The Spectator
Episode: Matt Ridley on Chinese biolabs in America, Covid & the reality of biowarfare
Kellie-Jay Keen
Leader of the Women's Party
Episode: Why do men in dresses keep killing people?
Daniel Di Martino
Fellow at the Manhattan Institute and Venezuelan expert
Manhattan Institute
Episode: Is Trump dismantling Venezuela's socialist state?
Michael Shellenberger
Chair of Politics, Censorship and Free Speech at the University of Austin
University of Austin
Episode: Has the surveillance state gone too far?

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Freddy Gray
Freddy Gray serves as the Deputy Editor of The Spectator, and is also recognized as the host of the Americano show, providing audiences with in-depth discourse on American politics and its implications.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Love it!

    Such great interviews with great guests. Freddy is quite awesome and has a wonderful accent. Excellent intro music, too. Always makes my day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Survey The Damage
    United States17 days ago
  • Let’s itself down

    Freddy lets himself down again by platforming this debunked crank

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wellgaveitatry
    United Statesa month ago
  • Too much TDS

    Forgive me, but am I listening to The Guardian or New Statesman? Or perhaps The People’s Daily?

    This had generally been a solid, much-appreciated programme, & heretofore untarnished by Michael Gove’s wet Tory politics. Freddie Gray had commendably resisted puerile Trump hysteria (for the most part) and just about managed to separate analysis of policy from the bumptious president himself – remaining refreshingly open-minded in the process. Sadly, no more.

    Freddie has started to lean hard into ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bibliophenia
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Christopher Steele as source

    Freddy lets the interviewee go unchallenged after ref Christopher Steele as a source.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wellgaveitatry
    United States2 months ago
  • Epstein

    It’s a pity you couldn’t have found someone more interesting and/or well connected than Andrew Lownie to discuss this riveting subject. I stopped listening shortly after he mentioned Christopher Steele.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WWW/5934
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Some listeners express disappointment over perceived biases in guest selection or lack of pushback against controversial views.

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Will Iran descend into civil war?
Q: What is your latest impression of what is going on?
The situation is highly dynamic, with competing narratives—Trump's talk of an onramp for negotiations versus tough actions—creating a tense backdrop where both pressure and potential deals are explored, but with great uncertainty about what happens next.
Iran: is Trump's ultimate target in this war China?
Q: Can you explain your thesis a bit for our listeners about Trump's visit to China and its implications?
Trump's visit to China is being read as a signal that the U.S. is testing and shaping China's behavior across multiple fronts, from Taiwan to sanctions evasion and oil dependencies, while China seeks to maintain growth and fend off Western pressure by aligning regional players and leveraging strategic resources.
What role will Turkey play in the Iran conflict?
Q: Could you give our listeners a quick history of the Kurdish groups and how they factor into the current US and Turkish strategies?
Owen provides a nuanced overview of Iranian and Iraqi Kurdish factions, the PKK, and their varying relationships with the US and regional powers, highlighting how alliances shift and complicate any plan for a stable outcome in Iran.
What role will Turkey play in the Iran conflict?
Q: Owen, what do you make of the latest news about Turkey intercepting a missile and its protest to Tehran?
Owen explains that Turkey's posture is cautious and driven by a mix of national security concerns and regional balance, with Erdogan pursuing a policy that avoids over-commitment while leveraging its leverage with Kurdish and regional actors.
Is Trump dismantling Venezuela's socialist state?
Q: Are you still as pleased about it now or are you racked with concerns?
I am just as pleased and the reason is that I have seen changes happen on the ground.

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

The content focuses on the intricacies of American politics, particularly highlighting the influence of key figures such as Donald Trump and the ongoing political landscape shaped by events like the midterms, foreign policy concerns, and social issues. Topics discussed range widely from U.S.-Iran relations, immigration policies, surveillance technologies, to media representation of violence, indicating a dedication to unpacking complex themes relevant to current affairs. With a blend of expert insights and engaging dialogue with prominent guests, the podcast caters to listeners seeking a deeper understanding of political dynamics and their implications on society at large. Noteworthy is its invitation of a diverse array of guests, from pol... more

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