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the transatlanticists podcast

Helping Brits cross the pond with confidence.

FEB 19

Britain, America & Race, with Tomiwa Owolade

Tomiwa Owolade is a journalist and award-winning author who has written widely about social, cultural and literary issues for leading publications such as The Observer, the New Statesman, and The Telegraph. He is currently a columnist for the Times. In this special podcast episode, we discuss his 2023 book, 'This Is Not America: Why Black Lives in Britain Matter', which challenges the dominance of American racial narratives in Britain, arguing that the UK’s racial dynamics are distinct and should not be viewed through a US-centric lens. The book criticises the tendency to import American frameworks—such as discussions on Blackness and systemic racism—without accounting for Britain’s own unique history, class structures, and multicultural makeup. Editor's Note: Apologies for the slight audio issues with this episode—you can find a full transcript of the episode on our website.

18 min
FEB 1

Britain, America & the NFL, with Jay Lawrence

We sit down with NFL expert Jay Lawrence (@jayxlawrence on TikTok) to discuss the state of American Football in the UK, the joys of flag football, why Louis Rees-Zammit's NFL career hasn't quite taken off just yet, and how Jay ended up so interested in 'America's Game'. We also preview Super Bowl LIX, with the Kansas City Chiefs facing off against the Philadelphia Eagles in New Orleans on February 9th.

24 min
JAN 14

Britain, America & Studying Abroad, with Jason Smith

The U.S. is the most popular university destination for students from all over the world—including thousands of students from the UK. With elite universities, flexible academic environments, and world-class student support, it's no wonder that thousands of students from the UK go to America every year to study. So how do you make it happen? What are the pros and cons of an American education? And how does the U.S. experience differ from the UK's? Jason Smith, Founder of UES Education, guides us through everything you need to know about studying in the USA. UES Education offers high quality, personal support to students entering Higher Education in the US and the UK, providing an end-to-end service that includes help with standardised test tutoring, building the right extracurricular profile, choosing colleges, writing college essays and personal statements, and completing applications. Check their website out here: https://www.ueseducation.com.

38 min
12/31/2024

Britain, America & Navigating Expat Life, with Lucy Foster

Thinking about making a move from the UK to the U.S.? Lucy Foster, Global Account Manager at Impact Group HR, takes us through some key considerations for transatlantic expats, and explains how to get the most out of the experience. Impact Group HR provide customised, professional coaching support tailored to each client’s unique needs, with practical, people-focused strategies that help create a thriving, dynamic workplace. Learn more about their work here: https://impactgrouphr.com.

38 min
11/11/2024

Britain, America & Cars, with Daniel Knowles

In this week's episode, we're joined by The Economist's U.S. Midwest correspondent, Daniel Knowles, to discuss his thought-provoking book, "Carmageddon: How Cars Make Life Worse and What to Do About It." How did America become such a car-centric society? What are the differences between the UK and the U.S. when it comes to driving? And which UK supermarket does Daniel miss most when he's in the U.S.? We explore all these questions and much more! If you're considering a move to the U.S., or you're a UK expat in America, come join our community! Head to www.transatlanticists.com and sign up for free today.

40 min
10/22/2024

Britain, America & U.S. Politics, with Professor Jennifer Lawless

We look ahead to the U.S. elections taking place on November 5th with Professor Jennifer Lawless, the Leone Reaves and George W. Spicer Professor of Politics at the University of Virginia. What do Kamala Harris and Donald Trump stand for? Why is America so divided? What should we pay attention to on election night? We ask Professor Lawless all these questions and more! Come join our community of Brits in America! www.transatlanticists.com

26 min
10/14/2024

Britain, America & the English Language, with Professor Lynne Murphy

For our inaugural episode, it was a great hono(u)r to sit down with Professor Lynne Murphy, professor of linguistics at the University of Sussex and author of The Prodigal Tongue: The Love-Hate Relationship Between British & American English. We explore the similarities and differences between American and British English, common complaints and stereotypes about American English, and how to navigate our differences. Professor Murphy also shares insights from her blog, 'Separated by a Common Language,' and discusses her annual 'US to UK Word of the Year'. Read Professor Murphy's blog here—and don't forget to buy her wonderful book! https://separatedbyacommonlanguage.blogspot.com.

22 min

7 Episodes

Helping Brits cross the pond with confidence.

Creator

transatlanticists
Years Active

2024 - 2025
Episodes

7
Rating

Explicit
Show Website

the transatlanticists podcast
Provider

Transatlanticists Ltd