Americano
The SpectatorThe 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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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 689 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews CommentaryPolitics | |||
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Two JP Morgan employees have been at the centre of a salacious lawsuit, in which one – Chirayu Rana has claimed to be the victim of sexual harassment by his senior Lorna Hadjini. The story has exploded online and taken many twists and turns, includin... more
Farm bankruptcies in the US have risen by 50 percent in the past year. Soybean farmers lost an average of $100 per acre in 2025, according to the Department of Agriculture, while corn growers are set to lose $150 per acre this year. Meanwhile, the na... more
Freddy Gray is joined by Cenk Uygur after he and Hasan Piker were banned from entering Britain. They discuss free speech, debate Cenk's position on criticising Israel, Britain’s censorious turn, and what the Henry Nowak case reveals about policing an... more
This week Axios reported that Trump lashed out at Benjamin Netanyahu over the war in Iran. Despite speculation, this was later verified by Trump – what does this clash tell us about their relationship? Bibi and Trump have known each other for over 40... more
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- 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 Podcasts1NonStopp12
United States2 months ago - Too much TDS
Freddy lets himself down
Apple Podcasts2wellgaveitatryUnited States3 months ago - Good debate
Good and enjoyable mostly, but some guests (e.g. Roger K) don’t even pretend to be anything other than a Trump mouthpiece. More smart and diligent commentators please.
Apple Podcasts3OziMozzie
Australia3 months ago - 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 Podcasts5Survey The DamageUnited States3 months ago - Let’s itself down
Freddy lets himself down again by platforming this debunked crank
Apple Podcasts5wellgaveitatryUnited States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #70 |  United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #157 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #158 | Australia/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #43 |  Hong Kong/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #61 |  Ukraine/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #101 |  New Zealand/News/Politics |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Americano
What is Americano about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Listeners tune in for sharp, often provocative analyses of American politics and foreign policy, with a Brittle perspective on U.S. developments. Episodes frequently explore the lanes where domestic political dynamics meet international affairs—covering figures like Trump and Massie, U.S.-China relations, Middle East strategy, and the role of culture and institutions (such as the Kennedy Center) in public life. The show stands out for mixing geopolitical depth with timely, debate-style conversations and for featuring a rotating slate of guests who bring historical, policy, and strategic viewpoints. Standout moments tend to come from thoughtful counterpoints to contemporary narratives and occasionally from space- and science-adjacent topics ... more
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Recent guests on Americano include:
1. Cenk Uygur
2. Sarah Beth Spraggins
3. Nate Soares
4. Francis Pike
5. Josef Palermo
6. Misha Auslin
7. Richard Williams
8. David Davis
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