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The Atlantic Current

Vincent Martin and Tull McAdoo
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Hosted by Irishman Tull McAdoo, author of the Irish Politics Newsletter, and American Vince Martin. Covers politics, current events and lighter topics with perspectives shaped by the shared — and different — experiences of living on either side of the Atlantic.

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Tull and Vince tour a number of stories that highlight broader problems across the United States and Europe. Manna’s decision to pause operations in Ireland leads to claims that the country has become a “vetocracy” and highlights a rising backlash ag... more

Tull details the stunning — and infuriating — history of Aughinish Alumina in County Limerick. While the plant has made international news amid revelations that its output appears to be supporting the Russian war machine, the larger scandal may well ... more

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Tull and Vince discuss the riots in Belfast which saw 61 families burned out of their homes. Tull forcefully argues that the violence was a pogrom, one that provided a disturbing flashback to the Troubles. Vince highlights why the events in Belfast h... more

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Meredith Oglivie-Thompson returns to the podcast to discuss the Enhanced Games, the oligarch-created, (legal) drug-infused athletic competition recently held in Las Vegas. The event — and the publicly-traded company behind it — says so much about how... more

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Recent Guests

Meredith Oglivie-Thompson
Author and commentator invited for expert discussion on biotech, ethics, and regulation
Episode: Ep. 51: Enhanced Games And Tech Bros With Meredith Oglivie-Thompson
Butch Bradley
Outstanding standup comedian, Las Vegas resident
Independent
Episode: Ep. 50: Comedian Butch Bradley On Standup, Vegas, And Trump In Atlantic City
Meredith Ogilvie-Thompson
Award-winning journalist with Africa-focused experience
Independent journalist (Africa)
Episode: Ep. 47: Meredith Oglivie-Thompson on Africa, Ebola, and DOGE
Richard Collumb
Minister and noted director of elections in Ireland
Irish politics expert
Episode: Ep. 44: Forecasting The By-Elections With Richard Collumb
Ryan Wedding
Former Olympic snowboarder turned drug trafficker
Sinaloa Cartel
Episode: Ep. 13: America Goes Batsh-- Crazy

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Vince Martin
Host of The Atlantic Current and co‑host on numerous episodes; affiliated with The Atlantic and various media ventures.
Tull McAdoo
Co‑host, author of the Irish Politics Newsletter; frequently covers Irish politics and transatlantic topics.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Always interesting

    Look forward to this each week. Don’t always agree with their take but it’s never dull. Tull has a great insight to Irish politics and Vince is a good foil and quite humorous.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    an seanfhear liath
    Ireland22 days ago
  • Great show.

    Smart, irreverent, topical.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    motoutofafrica
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners appreciate the crisp, banter‑driven take on US‑Ireland politics.

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Ep. 44: Forecasting The By-Elections With Richard Collumb
Q: How are parties adapting to the rise of digital campaigning in by-elections?
Parties are increasingly spending on digital ads and micro-targeting, but experts caution that traditional door-to-door campaigning and in-person interactions still play a critical role in securing votes and transfers.
Ep. 44: Forecasting The By-Elections With Richard Collumb
Q: What makes Dublin Central unique among by-elections in terms of turnout and transfers?
Its urban nature and historically low turnout mean the margin of victory hinges on mobilizing the base and the flow of transfers from minor candidates, which can swing the final outcome even if first-preference numbers are close.
Ep. 5: 2025's Highlights And Lowlights
Q: Right now, are the Epstein files widely known, widely discussed in Ireland?
The average Irish drinker will have an idea about the Epstein files, which have become a mainstream issue.
Ep. 5: 2025's Highlights And Lowlights
Q: What kind of programs are we talking about?
They discussed how infrastructure programs like building bridges and roads are mostly affected by government shutdowns.

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A transatlantic political commentary show that blends US and Irish perspectives on current events, policy, and media culture. Episodes often tackle governance, elections, regulation, and the influence of money and tech on society, with a sharp, humorous banter style. Notable for mixing cross‑border comparisons, skepticism toward mainstream narratives, and guests or topics that edge into tech, health, and international development, which keeps discussions both timely and provocative for listeners who want bite-sized political analysis with a dash of wit.

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