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An Americanist

Welcome to An Americanist, your go-to solo podcast for a quick and snarky dive into the current events and politics shaping our nation! As a daily extension of the An Americanist blog, I’m here to break down the headlines that matter—Monday through Friday—without the fluff and filler.In each bite-sized episode, I tackle the latest political news, dissect current events, and share my unfiltered thoughts, all with a sprinkle of humor and a touch of sass. From legislative shenanigans to social issues

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10:52

The Lily Tino Controversy: Transgender Bathroom...

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2025/06/10

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Have you ever wondered where the line between content creation and invasion of privacy exists? Today's episode dives deep into a disturbing case that's pushing those boundaries to their limits. We kick off with a personal victory - celebrating a 10-pound weight loss milestone after four weeks of strict keto, proving that discipline pays off even in challenging situations like vacation travel. But the heart of our discussion centers on trans TikTok personality Lily Tino (N...

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10:50

Migrant Crime & Government Cover-Ups

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2025/06/09

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A decorated Marine veteran who survived multiple deployments to Iraq now fights for his life after being shot by an individual who should never have been on our streets. Jimmy Fries, a 44-year-old father of a five-month-old baby, was working as a security guard when he attempted to confiscate a weapon from a patron at El Patio Sports Bar in San Antonio. The confrontation ended with Fries being shot three times, including once through the neck, leaving him paralyzed and una...

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11:34

When Billionaires Bicker and Heroes Storm Beaches

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2025/06/06

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT The absurdity of modern drama against the backdrop of historic valor forms the core of this thought-provoking episode. We begin with an unexpected morning excitement involving a fire truck in the parking lot, quickly transitioning to the childish social media feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk that has dominated headlines. "We Americans are way bigger and stronger. We have more important things to do than worry about two rich guys having a little titty fight on socia...

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9:52

Cold Cases, Gender Laws, and the Secret Duties of...

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2025/06/05

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A shocking tragedy unfolds when a long-term murder suspect takes his own life during a virtual interview with investigators. Michael Thomas, connected to a 2010 cold case where a young mother was beaten to death while her baby lay nearby, controlled a 45-minute Zoom conversation before shooting himself on camera. Why did justice take so long, and what happens now for the victim's family and her child, who's grown up without resolution? The landscape of gender policy conti...

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11:23

Fame, Protein Shakes, and Mistaken Identity:...

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2025/06/04

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Thanks for listening! Liberty Line each week on Sunday, look for topics on my X file @americanistblog and submit your 1-3 audio opinions to anamericanistblog@gmail.com and you'll be featured on the podcast. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Support the show Tip Jar for coffee $ - Thanks Music by Alehandro Vodnik from Pixabay Blog - AnAmericanist.com X - @americanistblog

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10:29

Brain-Eating Amoebas, Workplace Dress Codes, and...

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2025/06/03

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever notice those unspoken rules that govern our daily lives? From office dress codes to bathroom etiquette between spouses, today we're diving into social norms that impact us more than we realize. When a California woman wore jean shorts to her non-profit workplace, she was genuinely confused about why her outfit was deemed inappropriate. After sharing her outfit on TikTok and asking for opinions, 11 million views and countless comments later, the verdict was clear: sho...

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9:04

The Naked Flight Attendant and Tim Walz's Identity...

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2025/06/02

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever wondered what could possibly go wrong at 37,000 feet? Join me for a wild ride as I unpack the bizarre story of a British Airways flight attendant who decided to strip down and boogie in the business class bathroom during a packed San Francisco to London flight. This mind-boggling tale of mid-air mayhem explores what happens when someone likely under the influence makes extraordinarily poor choices while responsible for passenger safety on the world's largest commercia...

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9:19

When Baby Names Cross the Line: Japan's Ban on...

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2025/05/30

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Have you ever wondered if there are limits to what you can name your child? Dive into today's episode where we explore Japan's fascinating new law banning "kirakira" (shiny or glittery) baby names like Pikachu, Devil, Nike, and even Elsa! The Japanese government now gives local authorities power to reject names deemed too outrageous or difficult to pronounce, all to prevent potential negative impacts on children's futures. The origin of this naming controversy dates back ...

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10:53

The Longest Four-Day Week: Cosmic Doom, Forest Trips...

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2025/05/29

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Thursday morning arrives with a weary sigh – the longest four-day week drags on, bringing with it a peculiar collection of news stories that range from cosmic threats to psychedelic misadventures. Venus might be harboring a deadly secret: at least three "city-killer" asteroids circling in unstable orbits that could potentially strike Earth without warning. Brazilian researchers warn these space rocks could deliver impacts with "a million times more energy than the H...

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10:04

Sinuses, Airplanes, and Activism

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2025/05/28

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever wondered how a simple bodily function could lead to years of medical mystery? In this wildly entertaining and sometimes shocking episode, we dive into the bizarre case of a woman plagued by a seven-year sinus infection with a cause that will leave you both disgusted and fascinated. The culprit? E. coli bacteria traced back to her ex-boyfriend's particularly offensive flatulence while she recovered from ankle surgery in a hotel room. It's a cautionary tale about relati...

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8:44

Bridget Jones Therapy and Bizarre News Headlines

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2025/05/27

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever had a long weekend feel like it stretched into a week? That post-Memorial Day time warp sets the stage for this reflective episode where personal downtime collides with truly bizarre news stories. After sharing details about a much-needed Bridget Jones marathon (all four movies, thank you very much) that brought unexpected emotional release, we dive into some truly shocking headlines that might have slipped under your radar. Olympic gymnastics legend Mary Lou Retton'...

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12:10

LASIK Tragedies, Army Rangers, and Fighting...

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2025/05/23

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Life truly is like a box of chocolates—or as I prefer to say, a carnival ride where you should buckle up for the unexpected. Today's journey takes us through some shocking medical revelations that might forever change how you think about "safe" procedures. The heart of our discussion centers on the disturbing reality behind LASIK eye surgery, where what's marketed as 95-99% safe has reportedly led multiple people to take their own lives after suffering debilitating compli...

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10:39

From DC Violence to Hollywood Drama: A Morning Breakdown

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2025/05/22

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A shocking shooting in Washington DC sets the tone for today's discussion as we examine the murder of two Israeli embassy staff members. The tragedy raises profound questions about political rhetoric, responsibility, and the growing concern over campus protests that have escalated beyond peaceful demonstration. I don't hold back my frustration with leadership that has allowed dangerous ideologies to take root on American soil. The headlines continue with news of America's...

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9:15

The Chinese Space Bacteria and a Drone Rescue You...

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2025/05/21

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Strange stories lurk in the shadows of our news cycles, overshadowed by flashier headlines but no less fascinating. Today's episode dives into two such tales that deserve your attention. First, we explore the concerning discovery of a mysterious new bacterial strain aboard China's Tiangong space station. This microorganism, related to bacteria found in soil and waste, has developed peculiar "unique abilities" that allow it to thrive in space environments. While scientists...

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11:02

Tsunami Clickbait and Podium Protests: What's Really...

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2025/05/20

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Have you noticed how news headlines seem designed to scare rather than inform? This morning's conversation dives into a perfect example: a New York Post article warning about a "thousand-foot-tall mega tsunami" threatening three US regions. Yet buried in the fearmongering is the actual science: there's only a 15% chance of the triggering earthquake happening within the next 50 years. We unpack why media outlets resort to these tactics and what it says about our information...

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9:20

Biden's Cancer, Teacher Standards, and UFO...

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2025/05/19

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT What aren't they telling us? That's the question at the heart of this week's episode as we dive into President Biden's troubling cancer diagnosis. The news of his aggressive Stage 4 cancer leaves us wondering: how long has the administration known? While extending compassion to anyone facing such a diagnosis, we can't help but question the timing and transparency surrounding this revelation. The conversation shifts to education policy in New York City, where a controversi...

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14:44

The Paradox of Trump's Middle East Tour: Building...

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2025/05/16

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Skepticism meets diplomacy in this thought-provoking conversation about news, accusations, and international relations. We begin by questioning recent allegations against 85-year-old Smokey Robinson, pondering why accusations from nearly two decades ago are surfacing now. Is this a genuine pursuit of justice or simply an attempt to access a celebrity's wealth before their passing? Our candid analysis expresses concern about a cultural trend where accusations without substa...

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9:53

From Terrorism to Misbranded Watches: A Journey...

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2025/05/15

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Have you ever witnessed something seemingly ordinary that suddenly strikes you as deeply strange? That's exactly how this episode begins—with a curious observation about a man spraying chemicals on a lawn without proper equipment, sparking questions about environmental safety and everyday awareness. The conversation quickly shifts to alarming territory as we explore a shocking case from Texas involving a mother who allegedly purchased weapons and military gear for her you...

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10:47

Global Stories: From Prison Sentences to Biblical...

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2025/05/14

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Freedom means vastly different things depending on where you live. Ahmad Al-Doush, a British Bank of America analyst, was sentenced to ten years in Saudi prison over a single deleted tweet from 2018. Apprehended without explanation at King Khalid Airport while his pregnant wife watched helplessly, this case serves as a sobering reminder of the speech freedoms Americans often take for granted. Ever wonder if airplane mode really matters? Aviation experts confirm that while...

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12:13

The Day's Absurdities: Sports Scandals, Religious...

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2025/05/13

TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Absurdity takes center stage as we dive into three headline-grabbing stories that perfectly capture our bizarre cultural moment. Legendary football coach Bill Belichick's May-December romance with 24-year-old Jordan Hudson has spiraled beyond tabloid gossip into a full-blown professional crisis. Former ESPN personality Pablo Torre suggests there's "an absolutely real chance" the 73-year-old never coaches a single game at UNC, with a crucial $9 million buyout clause differe...

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