What's the Story, Old Glory?

In this episode we're interviewing Thomson Reuters White House and economics correspondent, Andrea Shalal. We discuss the Trump administration's strategy of "flooding the zone", travelling with the President to Mar a Lago and Daytona, and what it was like in the Rose Garden on Liberation Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're discussing the fallout from Trump's historic "Liberation Day" tariff impositions with renowned New Zealand trade expert, Stephen Jacobi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're interviewing legendary political figure John Bolton. Former US Ambassador to the UN, Trump National Security Advisor, and author of the best-selling memoir, "The Room Where it Happened." We talk Ukraine, Putin, China, and Trump's plan for it all (or lack thereof). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we chat with our friend Armand all the way from Gimli, Manitoba. We find out what Canadians think of Trump's tariffs, plans for annexation, and the ban on US booze in Manitoba. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we welcome back Professor Robert Patman, with whom we discuss the unprecedented meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelensky, the likely fallout, and what it might mean for Aotearoa New Zealand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're chatting with Michael, co-host of the podcast 5-4, about the US Supreme Court - its form, function, and the role it will play in the Trump administration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to our 50th episode! This week, we're talking with award-winning author Associate Professor Kyle Lascurettes, from Lewis and Clark College in Oregon. We discuss the Trump Administration's approach to global norms, institutions, and the rules-based system. You can find out more about Professor Lascurettes at his website: https://kylelascurettes.weebly.com/. His book, Orders of Exclusion, is available on Amazon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're talking to top trade negotiator and advisor, Charles Finny, about Trump's tariffs and what they might mean for New Zealand and the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're discussing Trump's inauguration, his slew of executive orders, and Pete Hesgeth's confirmation to the role of Secretary of Defence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are back for 2025! In this episode, we're discussing the end of Trump's criminal trials, and his plans for Greenland, the Panama Canal, and the Canadian border. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special Christmas bonus episode, we talk about what Christmas is like at the White House - past and present. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, White House Correspondent for Thomson-Reuters talks to us about what's happening right now in Washington DC, President Biden at Christmas, and what it's like inside the White House Press Room. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Todd and Elizabeth discuss her recent trip to Washington DC, what's dominating the news cycle in the US, and Elizabeth interviews former head of the Young Republican organisation, Jason Emert, about the incoming administration and Trump's cabinet picks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trumps view is not just America first but America alone, he doesn’t respect multilateral or even bilateral arrangements even with friendly countries, he does not give regard to it, does not believe another country can be relied on or should be relied on… but whatever Trump decides to do with respect to isolationism the rest of the world will carry on because it has to keep working with each other…for NZ this may mean stronger relationships with Asian partners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're joined back by Hon Tim Groser, former diplomat and Trade Minister for New Zealand, in what became our highest-rated show. He offers a center-right perspective on Trump's new America—how it happened, and what it means for Aotearoa New Zealand. From trade policies to international relations, we dive into the implications of this seismic political shift. If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a five-star rating and review. You can also support us at buymeacoffee.com/WTSOG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're interviewing Richard MacDonald a New Zealander who has travelled to the US for the last two presidential elections. He tells about what it was like on the Harris campaign trail, what he saw at the US-Mexico border, and the contrast between Harris and Trump campaign rallies. If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a five-star rating and review. You can also support us through buymeacoffee.com/WTSOG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're interviewing international relations experts. Professor Robert Patman from the University of Otago. He discusses what Trump's plans on the international stage are, and what they might mean for Aotearoa New Zealand. If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a five-star rating and review. You can also support us through buymeacoffee.com/WTSOG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todd and Elizabeth discuss Trump's emphatic victory at the polls, why it happened, and what might come next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're dropping election day special episodes all day, interviewing voters, experts, and analysts, and of course offering our own opinions as results come out. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're dropping election day special episodes all day, interviewing voters, experts, and analysts, and of course offering our own opinions as results come out. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're dropping election day special episodes all day, interviewing voters, experts, and analysts, and of course offering our own opinions as results come out. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're dropping election day special episodes all day, interviewing voters, experts, and analysts, and of course offering our own opinions as results come out. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're dropping election day special episodes all day, interviewing voters, experts, and analysts, and of course offering our own opinions as results come out. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're dropping election day special episodes all day, interviewing voters, experts, and analysts, and of course offering our own opinions as results come out. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're dropping election day special episodes all day, interviewing voters, experts, analysts, and of course offering our own opinions as results come out. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus episode to start election week, we'll let you know all you need to know about the timing of results coming out, poll herding, and an interesting story about how Edgar Allan Poe's death relates to election fraud. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We continue our Ambassador series. Today, we're talking with the Hon. Tim Groser, former Trade Minister and New Zealand Ambassador to the United States. We talk about trade agreements, what Harris and Trump administrations would mean for Aotearoa, and who he thinks will win next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're interviewing Professor Dan Hopkins from the University of Pennsylvania and contributor to fivethirtyeight.com. He talks about the final week of campaigning in Pennsylvania, what the polls can and can't tell us, and gives our listeners some thoughts to keep in mind as they watch the results come out on election night. Find him at https://web.sas.upenn.edu/danhop/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special bonus episode, Elizabeth chats about the election and the podcast with listener and fellow politics enthusiast, Doug - over a pint at their local pub. Expect pub noise in the background! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Todd talks to former Australian Senator and Ambassador to the United States, Arthur Sinodinos. We also discuss the polls, the strange musings of Tucker Carlson, early voting, and we finally give our predictions as to who we think we will in November! You can listen to Todd appearing on the Gone by Lunchtime podcast here: https://thespinoff.co.nz/podcasts/gone-by-lunchtime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This bonus episode covers our highlights from five episodes of our first year. Hope you enjoy our favourite moments as much as we did! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're continuing our series of interviews with Ambassadors. Today we're chatting with friend of the show Scott Brown, former US Ambassador to Aotearoa New Zealand and Senator for Massachusetts. He talks about how he thinks the presidential campaigns are going, his thoughts on Donald Trump the person, why Trump's so appealing to voters, and when RFK Jr asked Scott to be his running mate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're interviewing climate and clean energy activist Patty Durant from Georgia on policy responses to climate change and green energy initiatives, and how the elections for the Georgia Public Service Commission highlight issues of voter disenfranchisement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are privileged to interview current US Ambassador to Aotearoa New Zealand, Tom Udall. He talks about his and his family's distinguished careers in politics, the workings of the US House and Senate, the role of the President, and the appointments system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The polls don't matter?! Elizabeth interviews the man who has correctly predicted the outcome of every presidential election since 1984, Distinguished Professor Allan Lichtman. He explains his prediction system "The Keys to the White House", who he believes will win, and why it's governing - not campaigning - that matters. We encourage listeners to read some of Professor Lichtman's work: https://www.american.edu/cas/faculty/lichtman.cfm and catch him on his live election updates here: https://www.youtube.com/@AllanLichtmanYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're continuing our series talking to people in the all-important swing states. Today, we're on the campaign trail in Michigan with Andrea Shalal, White House Correspondent for Thomson Reuters. We discuss what the campaigns are doing on the ground in the Wolverine State, with a special focus on a critical voting group - Arab and Muslim Americans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's VEEP vets debate night. We're recording as we watch the debate, and bring you our thoughts and analysis as the "action" unfolds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special bonus episode, we're answering some of the nuts-and-bolts questions from our listeners on the US political system. First up, we interview a US/NZ citizen living in Wellington on the process of overseas voting. Then, we chat with an ex-Capitol Hill staffer and current DC lobbyist about the machinery of US government. Any more questions out there? Send them to us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're continuing our swing state series. In this episode, we're on the ground in Columbus Georgia, with Jackie Lynch, a local TV station manager with her finger on the pulse of local politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're continuing our series of episodes focused on election policy issues. In this episode, we're chatting with Editor of Business North Carolina magazine, David Mildenberg, about the American economy, which is typically one of the key issues which determines how people vote in November. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're back talking about swing states. This week we interview Sarah Michels, journalist in Raleigh, North Carolina. We discuss the issues on the ground in the Tar Heel State, and how the ongoing scandals around gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson could influence voters in the presidential race. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we analyse the incredible debate between former President Trump and Vice President Harris. It was quite a ride and it ended in an endorsement from the world's most influential childless cat lady... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's debate night between Harris and Trump! In this special bonus episode, we discuss our predications and what to watch for. Bring it on... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our 25th episode, we are continuing our swing states series. This week, it's Pennsylvania with Andrew McGinley from the Committee of 70, an election integrity non-profit in Philadelphia. We also look at the latest polls and talk about the amazing contrast between the two veep pics and their pastry purchasing abilities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we talk to former State Senator from Arizona, Stan Barnes, on what makes Arizona a battleground and what matters to voters on the ground in the Copper State. We also discuss the first Harris-Walz interview on CNN, the poll numbers, and Trump's ideas on Jesus as a vote-counter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the DNC convention held this week in Chicago, where the Harris-Walz ticket was confirmed. We also discuss the latest poll numbers and the demise of the RFK Junior campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're starting our Swing State Series, delving into the factors and issues at play in the all-important battleground states. We're interviewing journalist Tabitha Mueller from the Nevada Independent to get her take on where things are at for the people of the Silver State and what will shape the election there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the new Democratic VP nominee Tim Walz, Trump's recent press conference, Walz and Vance's jabs, and in Past Glory it's the 42nd President, "Slick Willy" Bill Clinton. Our cover art is for those of you from the deep south of Aotearoa New Zealand! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we interview Dr Maria Armoudian from the University of Auckland to discuss the role of the media in US politics. We also talk about the week that was, the latest swing state poll results, and in Past Glory we profile Calvin Coolidge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss Joe Biden's latest speech from the Oval Office and the hype around the Kamala Harris campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.