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Julian Bishop & Michael Moran

An American Journey

A Society, Culture and Travel podcast
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An American Journey

Julian Bishop & Michael Moran

An American Journey

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An American Journey

Julian Bishop & Michael Moran

An American Journey

A Society, Culture and Travel podcast
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In Episode 53, Michael interviews Julian about his new book "Are We There Yet?"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.
In Episode 52, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Tucson.  Michael may not be able to pronounce it and hasn't been there, but Julian tells him that he should visit it on one of his next trips.2.     Lewis & Clark. We talk about two of America'
In Episode 51, Michael and Julian talk about1.     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',
In Episode 50, Michael and Julian talk about1.     St Louis.  Julian has never visited the gateway to the West, but fortunately, Michael has.2.     The American Beard. Two clean-shaven guys talk about why American men are more likely to be bear
In Episode 49, Michael talks to Simon Gosney about New York City. We also reprise an earlier episode about the Big Apple.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here
In Episode 48, Michael and Julian talk about1.     The Assassination of JFK.  Julian is typically pragmatic, while Michael thinks it unlikely that Oswald could have hit the moving target twice from that distance. We talk conspiracy theories.2. 
In Episode 47, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Van Life. Have you thought about living in a van and traveling across America? Millions have this lifestyle2.     Skyscrapers. Competition between New York and Chicago started a worldwide trend
In Episode 46, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Memphis. Music, museums, and ducks. We also talk about Marc Cohn's Walking in Memphis2.     American Trucks. Julian loves a truck and speculates why there are over 50 million on American roadsO
In Episode 45, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Progress on New Year's Resolutions. Some progress but some setbacks2.     Niagara Falls. We get sidetracked onto barrels and tightrope walking3.     How Americans Dress for Work. More casually
In Episode 44, Michael and Julian talk about1.     New Year's Resolutions. Michael cuts and pastes his from the previous year...2.     Key West. Michael loved it and plans to return next year3.     Selecting a new Republican Speaker. Julian att
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 dea
In Episode 42, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Venice, Florida. Michael visits Julian in his hometown. They enjoy a parade, boating, and a railway museum...2.     High School Football. Michael and Julian really enjoy going to a high school
In Episode 41, Michael and Julian talk about1.     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 war
In Episode 40, Michael and Julian talk about1.     New Orleans.  Michael doesn't like it at all. He is mistaken.2.     Conspiracy Theories. Julian has read much of the academic literature about them. However, Michael prefers his own theories. W
In Episode 39, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Recovering from a Hurricane.  From Julian's perspective, it looks really well organized.2.     Tailgating. This has an entirely different meaning than in the UK. It is the most common type of p
In Episode 38, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Why do Americans think that Julian has met the Queen?  It is a good conversation starter2.     Cleveland. Few foreign tourists go there but it has a number of charms3.     Why do Americans have
In Episode 37, Michael and Julian talk about the impending Hurricane hit on Julian's hometown. Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paperback, eb
In Episode 36, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Preparing for a Hurricane.  Julian explains why he is already blase about hurricanes but explains what you need to do in the event of a hurricane2.     The Grand Canyon. Many people who visit a
In Episode 35, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Voting in a US election.  The complexities of voting in the world's most famous democracy. Julian is unsure of whether to vote for Michael Moran.2.     An American Fridge. Julian thinks it is t
In Episode 34, Michael talks to Grant Risdon about his life in London. He talks about what he has learned and what he has left behind.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.A
In Episode 34, Michael talks to Simon Gosney about his many travels across America on an Amtrak train. Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paper
In Episode 34, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Bobby Bonilla Day.  An unbelievable baseball story. Michael is perplexed.2.     Californian Coastal Road Trip. We discuss America's quintessential road trip. 3.     An American Parade. You won'
In Episode 23, Julian interviews Scot Wendy Horgan, a Boston resident. We talk about many things including:Her upbringing in ScotlandMotherhood in AmericaVotingBecoming AmericanCape Cod and NashvilleThe usual general questionsOther Show NotesTh
In Episode 30, Julian talks to his daughters about American Summer Camps.Whether you merely have an interest in these traditional summer camps, are a parent who is thinking of sending their children to a summer camp, or a young adult contemplat
In Episode 29, Michael and Julian talk about1.     Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard.  They are both splendid places to go in the Summer. Beaches, lighthouses, and hikes are the highlights2.     Small-Town American Museums. Both of us love small-t
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