An American Journey
Julian Bishop & Michael Moran
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Episode 18 - Highway eateries
An American Journey
12/25/21 • 48 min
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.
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook
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Episode 7 - Baseball, Part 1 of series on education, Chicago, and record number of outtakes
An American Journey
08/08/21 • 54 min
Michael and Julian discuss:
- Baseball. We both love baseball; we explain why. Julian tells a long story about the longest baseball game
- Part 1 of a series on Education. With help from Daughter #1 and #2, Julian compares the UK and US education systems. This week, we cover the structure and history and answer a few basic definitional questions
- Chicago. It's my kind of town, says Michael
- Bloopers. It's a bumper week for outtakes. Michael boasts that he has done some preparation this week and has more trouble with household technology. Daughter #1 and Julian struggle to understand the relative numbering of years/grades in the UK/US education systems.
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook
Excerpts, reviews, and more available here
Connect with Julian via:
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e51 - American Rock Anthems & Orlando
An American Journey
11/22/23 • 43 min
In Episode 51, Michael and Julian talk about
1. American Rock Anthems. We talk about what makes an American Rock Anthem and talk about Born in the USA, More Than a Feeling, Living on a Prayer, Smells Like Teen Spirit, Don't Stop Believin', Sweet Home Alabama, Hotel California, and (the Canadian) Summer of 69
2. Orlando. Michael has recently come back from a big family holiday in Orlando. He talks about his time at Disney and Universal
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet?
e56 - Sedona, and Buying and Selling a House
An American Journey
08/16/24 • 50 min
In Episode 56, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Sedona. Julian loves the red rock hikes, while Michael likes to explore his spiritual side.
2. Buying and Selling a House. After three years of traveling and renting, Julian finally buys a house. We talk about the process of buying and selling a house in America and compare it with that of the UK. Michael attempts to pronounce Realtor.
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet
E41 - Mount Rushmore & An American Beach
An American Journey
11/30/22 • 48 min
In Episode 41, Michael and Julian talk about
1. Mount Rushmore & Surrounding Areas. Both Julian and Michael rate this part of America. Michael finds a train to see, while Julian is interested in the area's Native American history. Julian warns against Wall, SD.
2. An American Beach. Julian talks about how an American beach differs from one in the UK. We talk about beach yoga, a dog beach, and shell collecting, Michael laments that people don't play cricket on an American beach.
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook
Excerpts, reviews, and more available here
Connect with Julian via:
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Connect with Michael via
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e59 - US Education (part 3 of three-part series)
An American Journey
12/03/24 • 68 min
In Episode 59, Julian talks to his two daughters about the US education system
This will be the third part of a three-part series where we explore how education in the US works, and - in particular - how it contrasts with that in the UK.
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet
e53 - Julian Bishop's Are We There Yet
An American Journey
12/10/23 • 38 min
In a wide-ranging interview, they talk about historical and current immigration; the Amish; and the role travel books have in opening oneself up to new experiences.
Michael enjoyed Julian's new book greatly, devouring it in 48 hours. He described it as a "right riveting read."
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet?
e43 - Interview with Melvyn Anderson
An American Journey
12/28/22 • 39 min
In Episode 43, Julian interviews Melvyn Anderson about his life as an East-End antique dealer. He talks about
- His upbringing. Melvyn was born in Stepney in the East End of London
- His time running a rough London pub.
- How he became an antique dealer.
- His impulsiveness, including the houses and boats he purchased because it seemed a good idea at the time.
- His life and experience in the USA.
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook
Excerpts, reviews, and more available here
Connect with Julian via:
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Connect with Michael via
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e65 - Presidential pardons and Beach Yoga
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02/05/25 • 50 min
In episode 65, we are topical for a change and discuss all types of Presidential Pardons. Michael demonstrates deep misunderstanding from his two minutes of perusing Wikipedia.
We also talk about the popularity of beach yoga in America.
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet
Michael and Julian discuss:
- Planning Michael's Next US Vacation. As a UK citizen, Michael is not yet allowed to travel to the US. However, he is looking forward to when the rules change. We talk about a potential trip that includes train travel (yawn), Los Angeles, Texas, New Orleans, and a road trip to Florida
- Why are there no workers in the US or the UK? Both countries seem to have a dearth of workers at the current time, but for slightly different reasons. Julian and Michael explore these reasons
- Part 4 of a series on Education. With help from Daughter #1 and #2, Julian talks about High School cliques. Jocks, Nerds, Stoners, outcasts, etc. Do these cliques really exist or are they mainly the construct of Hollywood?
- Bloopers. Just one this week. We must be getting better at this podcast thing
Other Show Notes
Learn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.
Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook
Excerpts, reviews, and more available here
Connect with Julian via:
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
LinkedIn
Connect with Michael via
Twitter
LinkedIn
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FAQ
How many episodes does An American Journey have?
An American Journey currently has 64 episodes available.
What topics does An American Journey cover?
The podcast is about News, Culture, Places & Travel, Society & Culture, United States, News Commentary, Podcasts, America, Travel and Usa.
What is the most popular episode on An American Journey?
The episode title 'e56 - Sedona, and Buying and Selling a House' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on An American Journey?
The average episode length on An American Journey is 49 minutes.
How often are episodes of An American Journey released?
Episodes of An American Journey are typically released every 14 days, 4 hours.
When was the first episode of An American Journey?
The first episode of An American Journey was released on May 23, 2021.
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