An American Journey

In Episode 22, Michael and Julian talk about

1.     Denver.  Michael loves it and keeps returning. 

2.     The Drive Thru. Michael is dubious about them and thinks they have a limited future. Julian, however, believes they are quintessentially American and some data to disprove Michael's thesis.

3.     Automated software for voice recording. Julian has been experimenting with software that transcribes our podcasts. There is a problem, however. The clever technology cannot understand what Michael is saying

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In Episode 23, Julian interviews Johannes Terblanche. We talk about many things including:

1. His upbringing in Namibia
2. Working in the USA
3. Why America is so prosperous
4. Education

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In Episode 22, Michael and Julian talk about

1.     American Malls.  While it may appear that Michael is talking about American Moles, it is American shopping centers that get our attention in this episode. 

2.     San Diego. Julian loves it but hasn't been there for over 25 years. Michael talks lovingly about its beaches, parks, and baseball

3.     Another Baseball Strike. Julian tries to explain a lockout to Michael and the 50 years of disputes between owners and players. Michael wonders whether there might be an endemic industrial relations issue.

4.    Trouble at the Golden Corral. Julian describes a big fight that erupted at the Golden Corral. It does not encourage Michael to ignore the advice from Episode 18

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In Episode 21, Michael and Julian talk about

1.     The Superbowl.  We look forward to Superbowl LVI. Michael struggles with the roman numerals but does explain why they are used. Julian shares how much food is eaten on Superbowl night

2.     Orlando Theme Parks. We give some tips on how to best enjoy Orlando's many theme parks

3.     Outtro. Lorna finally reviews Bad Santa, and we lament Derby County's tricky financial situation.

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In Episode 20, Julian interviews Mandy Urena. We talk about many things including:

1. Her new book.  If These Hands Could Talk: The Girl Who Touched the World
2. American military bases around the world
3. Atlantic City, Miami Beach, and Arkansas
4. American chocolate

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In Episode 19, Michael and Julian talk about

1. San Francisco.  Michael likes it but recommends that you take a sweater. Julian has a friend with a plane
2. Tipping. Michael has a rant, while Julian tries to explain the rules of tipping in the US

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This episode is a Christmas present for Michael, who often complains that there is no good food near American highways.

Daughters #1 and #2 and their respective boyfriends (boyfriend #1 and #2) discuss where they like to eat and what they like to eat. They also tell you where they will never eat again. 

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In Episode 17, Michael and Julian talk about

1. Christmas in the USA.  We contrast Christmas in the USA  with that in the UK. Many fun facts and some jokes.
2. Columbus, Indiana. Julian recommended that Michael go to this town many years ago. Michael did not like it
3. Abortion. Julian tries to answer Michael's questions about some proposed state abortion laws
4. Let's Go Brandon. Julian explains this phenomenon to Michael

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In Episode 16, Michael and Julian talk about

1. Northern New England.  You can have three types of vacation there depending on whether you go in summer, fall, or winter. Michael talks about more hotel mishaps and trains 
2. Thanksgiving(s). Julian likes to give thanks, and Michael likes the football
3. Education questions. Michael puts questions from listeners on education to Julian

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In Episode 15, Michael and Julian talk about

1. Mackinac Island.  Michael hopes it might be idyllic. 
2. Another update on previous topics. Will Biden ever get his trillion-dollar bills passed? Vaccine mandates. More information on the molasses catastrophe of 1919. Michael's romantic packages. High School football
3. Sororities and Fraternities. Julian and his daughters talk about these university social clubs

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