20 episodes
AmeriNZ Podcast Arthur the AmeriNZ
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- Society & Culture
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4.9 • 33 Ratings
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A gay American-born New Zealander talks about life in a land he wasn'r born in, and all that means.
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AmeriNZ 414 – Circus clowns
Today I start with a brief catch-up, but my main topic is about a new opinion poll that has very bad news for the NZ’s 3-way coalition government. I provide some context as well as talk about what the poll means. And it with that, I managed to get a second podcast episode in April.
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Links for this episode
”Poll: Labour could return to power if election held today” – “1News” (TVNZ)
“NZ: Buyer’s remorse?” – My in-depth post about the poll results.
“Govt’s 36-point plan: What does ‘take decisions’ mean?” – “1News “(TVNZ)
“ACT are deeply affiliated with Atlas Group” – Reddit (r/newzealand) [Note: Sources not yet verified by me]
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AmeriNZ 413 – Eighteenth season
This episode has been so very long delayed! I was busy with a lot of little things, and I still am, so this episode isn’t edited. I start with what I did right after my previous episode, then I talk about some more things I was doing, including one that was emotionally challenging. I also did something I was able to do because apparently I’m now officially old. Or, something like that..
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Links for this episode
”My challenging visit to Auckland” – My blog post on my trip to Auckland.
“Seeing the road ahead” – My post about going to the optometrist.
“Reading the stuff ahead of me” – My post about picking up my new glass, including a photo of me in the new glasses.
“It was about change, not coincidence” – My post about getting a Warrant of Fitness for my car.
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AmeriNZ 412 – Returning to normal mode
This week I’ve been starting to get back to regular life after my holiday. February is already shaping up to be a busy month. I start today with updates to what I talked about last week, then it’s on to some of the new things I’ve been doing. I’ll be getting stuff done this month, if things go to plan.
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Links for this episode
”The long short month” – My blog post on the start to my February.
“Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all trip-related posts (when they’re published).
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AmeriNZ 411 – Island idyll
This episode is about my recent trip with family to Fiji. This is sort of a general update. Next time, back to regular life!
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Links for this episode
”Travelling gratitude” – My blog post on my trip-related gratitude.
“Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all trip-related posts (when they’re published).
“The annual increasing number: 65” – My annual birthday blog post, with my selfie.
“Fifteen years later” – My post about the 15th anniversary of our civil union.
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AmeriNZ 410 – Nine days to go
It’s nine days until my next birthday, and I’ve been busy, and with varied things. I talk honestly about some of my challenges I have with going clothes shopping. Also, it’s rather hot.
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Links for this episode
”Clothes maketh the sequel” – My blog post on my shopping excursion.
“Heat alert issued for Auckland: ‘Keep hydrated'” – 1 News.
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AmeriNZ 409 – The holidays were good
I had good holidays this year because I actually had some this year! I was alone on Christmas last year, and I’ve almost always seen in the New Year alone, but this year I was with the family. I have a lot of little chores I plan to get done over the next couple of weeks, during what’s the quietest time of the year. I forgot to mention that I had another series of “Ask Arthur” blog posts last month. (link below).
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Links for this episode
”Ask Arthur” 2023 – My annual “Ask Arthur” series of blog posts.
“The year Christmas returned” – About my Christmas.
”Message on the tree” – The symbolism in my tree topper.
”The year changed differently” – About my New Year’s Eve.
”Finding the right metaphor” – A way to understand loss of a spouse.
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Customer Reviews
You need to listen to this!
Arthur the AmeriNZ puts on a great show. This show is superior on two levels. On the first, Arthur shares with us relevant news, be it in New Zealand, US or really anywhere. Then, Arthur also shares the news and happenings in his personal life. I am so grateful I learned about this show from his interview with Ramble Redhead. This show has made my life better by making me smarter and telling me of news and politics that I would not ordinarily hear. Arthur also has what I think is the most soothing voice of all the podcasts I listen to!
Personal, insightful but not naff
As an expat American in New Zealand, Arthur takes full advantage of the insights a little distance can give you into both his homelands.
Better Then America
I love this show because I learn more about my country as an American from an American abroad then most newscasters here. Just a delight to listen to!