أفضل بودكاسات Americano (2025)

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How is Trump’s counter revolution going? 41:26

5d ago41:26

41:26

US historian and classicist Victor Davis Hanson joins Americano for a wide-ranging assessment of Donald Trump’s first year back in office, from the economy and immigration to Ukraine and the future of the West. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more. For more Spectat…

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Does Trump’s National Security Strategy make sense? 30:27

7d ago30:27

30:27

Former senior adviser to US defence secretary Pete Hegseth Dan Caldwell joins Americano to dissect the Trump administration’s sweeping new National Security Strategy — from pulling back in Europe and refocusing on the Western Hemisphere, to managing tensions with China and the fallout from recent strikes on Iran. What's behind the new reforms? Beco…

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Will anyone miss the Boomers? 30:11

10d ago30:11

30:11

Christopher Caldwell joins Freddy Gray to discuss why the 'Boomer generation' – those born between 1946 and 1964 – became one of the most hated generations in recent history. Chris argues that the Boomers uniquely benefited from the resources of other generations, and were able to enjoy the benefits of leftist politics alongside the political and e…

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Why did Jeffrey Epstein hate me? 46:19

14d ago46:19

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Freddy Gray is joined once again by the University of Chicago’s Professor John Mearsheimer to discuss why Trump’s 28-point Ukraine peace plan won’t work, how the war will ultimately be decided on the battlefield, and what happened when Jeffrey Epstein and Alan Dershowitz ran a smear campaign against him over his essay on the Israel lobby. Become a …

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Why is the US obsessed with Britain's decline? 29:46

17d ago29:46

29:46

Why are Americans so interested in Britain's decline? While visiting London, Tucker Carlson has said that the country has ‘shrunken’ and its culture ‘destroyed’, particularly because of mass immigration. Freddy Gray is joined by Tim Stanley and Ed West to discuss whether Britain has become ‘ground zero in the decline of western civilisation’ and if…

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What's going on with Marjorie Taylor Greene? 26:08

20d ago26:08

26:08

Freddy Gray speaks to the Washington correspondent for Vanity Fair Aidan McLaughlin about his interview with Marjorie Taylor Greene. The Congresswoman, who was formerly a MAGA loyalist, announced her resignation having fallen out with President Donald Trump. Freddy and Aidan discuss the fallout, her unpredictable views on current issues & why the m…

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What's Trump really doing in Venezuela? 17:54

24d ago17:54

17:54

Amid his war on 'narco-terrorists', Donald Trump is believed to have given the CIA approval to begin covert operations in Venezuela. Freddy Gray is joined by Daniel McCarthy to discuss why Trump is considering regime change, if it would be successful, and whether victories abroad provide a distraction from political challenges at home. Become a Spe…

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Why is the American right arguing about property tax? 22:39

26d ago22:39

22:39

Freddy Gray is joined by Spectator World writer and producer of The Charlie Kirk Show Blake Neff to discuss the new split on the American right – property tax. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more. For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contac…

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Are we in an age of necromancy? 17:14

30d ago17:14

17:14

Katherine Dee is the new technology correspondent for The Spectator World. She joins Freddy to discuss the phenomenon of necromancy, the practice of communicating with the dead, and how AI is fuelling it. How is technology blurring the lines between the living and the dead? Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts.…

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‘I know names are being withheld!’ – Alan Dershowitz on Epstein & the client list 19:14

1M ago19:14

19:14

Lawyer Alan Dershowitz joins Freddy Gray to react to the 20,000 newly released Epstein emails — and why he believes far more remains hidden. He discusses Trump’s appearance in the documents, the contradictions in Virginia Giuffre’s testimony, the FBI’s real “client list”, and why judges are still sealing major depositions. Become a Spectator subscr…

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Has Trump Made America Great Again? Ann Coulter vs Peter Hitchens 28:13

1M ago28:13

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To watch the debate in full, go to https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/americano-live-is-america-great-again/ American commentator Ann Coulter and British columnist Peter Hitchens join host Freddy Gray live in London to debate whether America is great again—and what the Trump era means for both sides of the Atlantic. From immigration and national i…

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Is New York finished? 34:00

1M ago34:00

34:00

New York has elected Zohran Mamdani — and Heather Mac Donald, fellow at the Manhattan Institute and Spectator writer, warns the city is heading for trouble. She tells Freddy Gray why she thinks Mayor-elect Mamdani’s agenda on crime, housing and education could undo decades of progress, and why this moment feels like “a student activist government t…

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How Javier Milei won 24:50

2M ago24:50

24:50

For this episode, Luke Lyman Spectator World's arts editor is joined by Kate Andrews, formerly with The Spectator to discuss President of Argentina Javier Milei's landslide victory in the elections this week. The polls were wrong – how did the self proclaimed anarcho-capitalist survive? Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast wit…

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Americano live: tickets available now 0:56

2M ago0:56

0:56

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW: spectator.co.uk/greatagain Join The Spectator’s deputy editor and host of the Americano podcast, Freddy Gray, as Ann Coulter and Peter Hitchens go head-to-head to debate the highs and lows of Trump’s first year back in the White House. Has Trump 2.0 lived up to its promise – or fallen short of the ‘Golden Age’? When: 7:00 pm N…

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A short history of America - Simon Jenkins 40:42

2M ago40:42

40:42

In this episode of Americano, Simon Jenkins joins Freddy Gray to discuss his new book, A Short History of America. They explore how the United States became the world’s dominant power, the myths that shaped its identity, and why Britain has always struggled to understand its transatlantic cousin. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this p…

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Why is Tara Reade in Moscow? 30:09

2M ago30:09

30:09

In this episode of Americano, Freddy Gray speaks to Tara Reade – the former Senate aide who accused Joe Biden of sexual assault and now lives in Moscow after seeking political asylum. She discusses her allegations, why she left America, and how she views the war in Ukraine. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts.…

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Will peace in Ukraine elude Trump? 28:09

2M ago28:09

28:09

With a Gaza ceasefire deal, President Trump's attention has turned to ending the war in Ukraine. A meeting with Putin was suggested, before coming to nothing. Owen Matthews joins Freddy Gray to talk about the fundamental differences between Trump and Putin, the limits on Ukraine's President Zelensky when it comes to negotiation and why the global w…

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James Orr on the ascendancy of JD Vance 1:14:44

2M ago1:14:44

1:14:44

Freddy Gray sits down with academic James Orr at the Battle of Ideas in London for a live Americano podcast to discuss Vice President JD Vance. Having been described as 'Vance's British sherpa', James responds to how likely it is that JD Vance will be President one day, which weaknesses could hold him back, and how Vance's unique closeness to Trump…

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Is Trump on a roll? 37:15

2M ago37:15

37:15

Was this Donald Trump's most phenomenal week yet? Freddy Gray and Kate Andrews discuss the President's success in orchestrating a Gaza peace plan, his 'Mean Girls style' of dealing with world leaders, and how to interpret his comments about not being 'heaven bound'. They also talk about how Trump might bailout Argentina - but only if Javier Milei w…

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Has Trump secured peace in the Middle East? 20:58

2M ago20:58

20:58

Following the ceasefire brokered between Israel and Hamas, Donald Trump arrived triumphantly in Israel and delivered a speech to a rapturous Israeli parliament – some of whom wore red MAGA-style hats adorned with the words ‘Trump the peace president’. Trump is now in Egypt for further negotiations over securing a long-term peace in Gaza – but how r…

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Is AI satanic? 27:48

2M ago27:48

27:48

Max Tegmark is an author and professor doing AI and physics research at MIT. He joins Freddy to discuss the moral and spiritual dangers of artificial intelligence, the rise of Silicon Valley’s ‘tech overlords’, and why he believes technology must remain a tool – not a master. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without advert…

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Does Pete Hegseth know what he's doing? 25:35

2M ago25:35

25:35

Pete Hegseth has declared war on 'fat generals' and DEI in the US army - but why have standards slipped? Chris Caldwell joins Freddy Gray to discuss why the current administration feels so passionately about forcing a 'major cultural shift' in the military, plus the legacies of Bill Clinton's 'don't ask, don't tell' policy and Joe Biden's acceptanc…

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Could Mamdani win through a 'conspiracy of cock ups'? 40:28

3M ago40:28

40:28

Zohran Mamdani is widely expected to win the race to be the next New York City mayor. The contest is now a three horse race between Mamdani, the Republican candidate Curtis Silwa and Andrew Cuomo, the former Democratic governor. Current democratic mayor Eric Adams was also running but pulled out this week. David Kaufman, who worked on the Adams cam…

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Professor Mearsheimer: why Trump’s ‘deal of the century’ won’t work 21:45

3M ago21:45

21:45

Donald Trump has unveiled his “peace plan” for Gaza with Benjamin Netanyahu – but is it realistic? Professor John Mearsheimer joins Freddy Gray to assess Trump’s foreign policy instincts, the role of Tony Blair on the Board of Peace, the use (and misuse) of the term “genocide,” and what chance there is of a Saudi-Israeli accord emerging from the co…

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Is James Comey going to jail? 27:53

3M ago27:53

27:53

Freddy Gray speaks to Jacob Heilbrunn, a longstanding friend of Americano to discuss James Comey, violence in Washington and Tucker Carlson’s new series. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more. For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contact us: …

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Does paracetamol cause Autism? 15:02

3M ago15:02

15:02

Freddy Gray speaks to The Spectator's economics editor Michael Simmons about Trump's announcement at the Oval Office on Monday night that taking Tylenol, known as paracetamol, 'is no good' and that pregnant women should 'fight like hell' to only take it in cases of extreme fever. They discuss the data behind the claims, whether the President is rig…

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Has Trump been taken over by Big Tech? 53:19

3M ago53:19

53:19

Donald Trump has arrived in Britain with promises of billions in tech investment. But is this AI boom real growth — or just another bubble? Oren Cass, chief economist at American Compass and editor of The New Conservatives, joins Freddy Gray to discuss whether the Trump administration has been taken over by big tech. Click here to get your tickets …

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Inside Trump’s war on the cartels 37:34

3M ago37:34

37:34

Donald Trump has launched a new ‘war on drugs’ – this time targeting Mexico’s cartels. Ben Domenech joins Freddy Gray to explain why MAGA has embraced the fight, what it means for US–Mexico relations, and how it could shape Trump’s foreign policy in his second term. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to s…

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Iryna Zarutska & America’s inner-city violence epidemic 36:34

3M ago36:34

36:34

Freddy Gray is joined by Heather Mac Donald, fellow at the Manhattan Institute. They discuss how race and crime grips America, and the epidemic of violence in inner-cities. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more. For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/pod…

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What’s driving political violence in America? 17:30

3M ago17:30

17:30

Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from south-west Utah, has been detained over the shooting of Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump. Author and anthropologist Max Horder joins Freddy Gray to discuss the cocktail of online hate and tribal divisions that's fuelling America's new era of political violence. Become a Spectator subscr…

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Eyewitness: inside the shooting of Charlie Kirk 12:59

3M ago12:59

12:59

Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk was shot dead while taking questions at Utah Valley University. Kate Andrews speaks to eyewitness and reporter Eva Terry about the chaos on campus, the reaction across America, and what comes next. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to fi…

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How worried are Americans about Britain? 19:54

3M ago19:54

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In Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, Britain has a double-edged sword: one of the most anglophile U.S. administrations of all time – but a greater awareness of UK domestic politics. From Lucy Connolly to the recent arrest of Graham Linehan at Heathrow airport, there is much chatter in America about free speech in Britain and whether it is under threat, …

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How scary is China's military? 19:53

3M ago19:53

19:53

Freddy is joined by Harry Kazianis, editor in chief of the National Security Journal, to assess China’s military rise. He argues Beijing aims to dominate the Indo-Pacific with missiles, drones and naval power, posing a growing threat to U.S. influence and Taiwan. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spec…

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How authoritarian is Trump 2.0? 32:35

3M ago32:35

32:35

On this episode, Nick Gillespie, Reason's editor at large, joins Freddy to discuss whether Trump 2.0 is really as authoritarian as people say. Is he closer to a gangster than a dictator? They also discuss tariffs, the weaponisation of the Justice Department, and the state of free speech in the UK. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this …

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Do mass shootings begin online? 31:46

4M ago31:46

31:46

Freddy Gray is joined by writer and internet ethnographer Katherine Dee. She's written about the Minneapolis school shooting and Robin Westman for Spectator World. Two children were killed and 17 others injured by a killer with a bizarre online footprint: a mix of memes, nihilism, politics and gore references. Katharine argues 'these shooters are r…

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Can the Democrats save themselves? 17:10

4M ago17:10

17:10

Freddy Gray speaks to Semafor journalist David Weigel about the Democrat's summer meeting in Minnesota which was cut short following the tragic shooting at a school today. They discuss what we know about the shooting so far, how the Democrats can reset their stance on law and order, and whether they can unify their stance on Gaza. Become a Spectato…

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Will Trump fall for Putin's trap? 35:15

4M ago35:15

35:15

Donald Trump has met both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky this week, raising hopes of progress in ending the Ukraine war – but is it really a breakthrough, or a trap? US deputy editor Kate Andrews speaks with associate editor Owen Matthews – author of this week’s cover story Putin’s Trap – and Sergey Radchenko, professor at Johns Hopkins. The…

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Did Putin get the upper hand in Alaska? 18:55

4M ago18:55

18:55

Donald Trump hasn't left his meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska with a deal to end the war in Ukraine. He told reporters that 'great progress' was made but 'we didn't get there'. To discuss who really got the upper hand, Freddy Gray is joined by Spectator associate editor and Russia correspondent Owen Matthews. Become a Spectator subscriber toda…

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How dangerous is Washington, D.C.? 21:36

4M ago21:36

21:36

US President Donald Trump claims Washington, D.C. has been "overtaken by violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals". There are lots of stories about crime, including one very bizarre incident involving a sandwich. Just how unsafe is D.C.? Freddy Gray is joined by US managing editor Matt McDonald and Isaac Schorr, staff writer at Mediaite, who has wr…

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From Brazil to Bespoke: The Design Journey of Joseph Andre Rodrigues - #0045 46:40

4M ago46:40

46:40

In this episode, interior designer Joseph Andre Rodrigues, founder of Joseph Interiors, shares his journey from growing up in Brazil to establishing his own design firm in 2020. With early roots at luxury tile showroom Walker Zanger, Joseph discovered his passion for materials, textures, and storytelling through design. He reflects on his philosoph…

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Why are Trump and Putin meeting in Alaska? 21:40

4M ago21:40

21:40

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are due to meet in Alaska this week. On the table: a discussion on how to end the war in Ukraine. Trump has been pushing hard to end the war. What's the significance of meeting in Alaska, what are the prospects of the war ending, and what are both sides hoping to achieve? Freddy Gray is joined by The Spectator's asso…

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What's the matter with Candace Owens? 36:04

4M ago36:04

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Freddy Gray speaks to podcast host and commentator Candace Owens about her story investigating whether Emmanuel Macron's wife Brigitte is a man, why she remains firm on her views about Gaza, and how Trump is doing in his presidency. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out …

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How deep does the Russia, Russia, Russia scandal go? 25:02

4M ago25:02

25:02

Freddy Gray is joined by US editor at large Ben Domenech. They discuss the return of Russiagate – what’s behind the new inquiry, who could be implicated, and what it means for the legacy of the Trump-Russia scandal. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more. For more Sp…

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Why Trump wins and why Reform can win 30:34

5M ago30:34

30:34

Freddy Gray is joined by author Ann Coulter in London, to discuss why she backs the rise of Reform UK, how immigration main issue voters care about this election and why she's backing Trump in his second term. Ann Coulter's Substack can be found at: anncoulter.substack.com Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. …

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How progressivism killed American Protestantism 18:29

5M ago18:29

18:29

Freddy Gray speaks to Christopher Mondics who is a legal affairs writer about how the left-wing orthodoxy has destroyed Protestantism in America. They discuss the mainline denominations in America, how 'wokeness' infiltrated the churches and why, despite some drop off, religion is still so present in America. Become a Spectator subscriber today to …

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Trump, MAGA, and US foreign policy 23:53

5M ago23:53

23:53

Kate Andrews speaks to Damir Marusic, assignment editor at The Washington Post and co-founder of Wisdom of Crowds. They examine Donald Trump’s surprising foreign policy moves in his second term: his position on the Israel-Gaza conflict, why he's armed Ukraine despite MAGA frustration, and whether his instincts are reshaping Republican foreign polic…

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What should we make of Trump's trip to the UK? 26:30

5M ago26:30

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Donald Trump is in Scotland, holding court at Turnberry. He's welcomed Sir Keir and Lady Victoria Starmer to his golf course, and had a long discussion with reporters at a wide ranging press conference, that covered Russia, Gaza, and his long running feud with London mayor Sadiq Khan. To unpack it all, Freddy is joined by political editor Tim Shipm…

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Lionel Shriver on Trump’s vendetta, Mamdani’s ‘stupid’ ideas & sentimental immigration 35:37

5M ago35:37

35:37

Deputy US editor Kate Andrews is joined by author and Spectator columnist Lionel Shriver to assess Donald Trump’s turbulent second term. They discuss the rise of socialism in New York, why fairness is warping immigration policy, and whether Trump’s obsession with lawfare and vengeance is undoing his own presidency. Become a Spectator subscriber tod…

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Douglas Murray on conspiracy America, Epstein & the new age of suspicion 30:28

5M ago30:28

30:28

Donald Trump promised to release the Epstein files – so why hasn't he? Spectator columnist Douglas Murray joins Kate Andrews to discuss the scandal that won't go away, what it says about trust in institutions, and why even Trump’s most loyal supporters are starting to turn on him. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without a…

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Is Epstein the new Russiagate? 27:37

5M ago27:37

27:37

Freddy Gray is joined by Spectator writer Roger Kimball. They delve into the Epstein claims, the media's handling of the story, Trump’s economic agenda, and whether the MAGA movement is holding strong or starting to splinter. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more. F…

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