Flightless Bird
David FarrierFlightless Bird follows journalist David Farrier as he learns about what makes America special from his unique perspective as a Kiwi accidentally marooned in the Land of the Free. Infinitely curious but never judgmental, each week, David (along with cohost and American Rob) seeks to understand what makes America so unique, strange, and wonderful.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 189 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureComedyDocumentary | |||
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In this month’s Nest Session, David and Rob are joined in the studio by musician Nick Thorburn (Islands, the Unicorns, Mister Heavenly, The Creem) to discuss his love of underground comics and fulfilling his dream of publishing his own comic with leg... more
In this week’s episode, David and Rob head to the Adelanto ICE Detention Centre in which is imprisoning New Zealand woman Everlee Wihongi, who holds a valid green card. Rob goes inside and spends an hour with Everlee, discussing what conditions are l... more
In this week’s Flightless Bird we tell the story of Everlee Wihongi, a 36-year-old New Zealander on a green card, snatched by ICE at LAX airport. We talk to her mother Betty, trying to figure out why her daughter got kidnapped, and how to get her out... more
In this week’s Flightless Bird, David Farrier travels to Madison, Wisconsin, to investigate the World Championship Cheese Contest. With 3375 entries and 150 classes, we are talking a lot of cheese. Hosted by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association, t... more
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Christchurch is representing for Aotearoa Food Trucks! We have loads, and iconic food trucks! Dimitris Souvlaki to name my favourite…now a shop but back in the day…so good!
Apple Podcasts5A girl with a curl.
New Zealanda month ago - Comforting and informative
I only recently discovered the show and I’m quickly catching up with the back catalogue. I find David’s voice and accent very comforting for some reason and I 100% agree with his takes on the insanity of some aspects of the USA culture.
Apple Podcasts5Takievi
United Kingdom2 months ago - Fun listen
Just found this show - binging episodes today. I downloaded a bunch of random episodes, and I really love the newer ones that are just David and Rob. They’re so much better than the older ones, host-wise. So glad David kept it going on his own!
Apple Podcasts5knstrt
United States2 months ago - Love Your Perspectives
Been a listener since day one. Every once in a while I even watch on YouTube to see the recording. Keep sharing great content!
Apple Podcasts5Jazzy Jade HopeUnited States3 months ago - Monica is insufferable
Glad she leaves later in the series. but it’s not a very well rounded POV. David interviews one person and makes it his topic and view on the matter. LA is hardly what the rest of the country is like. And it seems to really be focused on white people topics. It’s fine to listen to to pass the time, but it’s hardly deep dives into topics.
Apple Podcasts3gonefishcakingUnited States3 months ago
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Spotify | #97 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #13 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #33 | United States/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #221 | United States/Society & Culture |
Spotify | #80 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #34 | Canada/Society & Culture/Documentary |
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What is Flightless Bird about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A globe-trotting, documentary-style show that unpacks American culture through the eyes of a New Zealander and his American cohost. Episodes span from deep dives into niche subcultures and historical moments to candid conversations with guests from music, film, reality TV, and offbeat subcultures. The format blends curiosity, humor, and thoughtful critique, with a growing emphasis on social issues, media production, and cultural crossover. Noteworthy strengths include accessible, wide-ranging topics, strong host chemistry, and a willingness to challenge assumptions while keeping the tone entertaining. Potential listeners can expect engaging storytelling, curiosity-driven interviews, and a mix of personal stories and cultural analysis that a... more
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Recent guests on Flightless Bird include:
1. Betty Wihongi
2. Grace Atherton
3. Cathy Strange
4. Ben Smith
5. Karen Kavett
6. Genevieve Schatz
7. RL. Stine
8. Roy Choi
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