AmeriNZ 218 – Lunchtime

Posted on June 3, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 No food was consumed in the making of this podcast. The name comes from the fact that I gave up my lunch break today to record this episode. Such sacrifices I make! Seriously, I’m just really busy and needed a break, so this was it.

I begin by talking about some problems I had organising Pride 48 and how I felt about that. Next, I give recent updates on some stories I originally talked about last year. A US airline will be flying to New Zealand. An email asks a food question (See? Lunchtime!) and shares a bizarre news story. A phone comment lets me talk about US/NZ differences and such.

I talk more in-depth about Pride 48 and how YOU can make a promo—it’s easy! Related to that, I’m now on Audio-boo: My user name is AmeriNZ (big surprise, I know).

I co-host a special Pride 48 info show live in Pride48.com Tuesdays at 8pm EDT right up until the event.

Links for this episode
Schedule of recorded episodes on Pride 48
US Memorial Day in New Zealand – from my blog

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AmeriNZ 217 – We’re different here

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 I start out telling you about petrol prices in New Zealand. New data suggests it’s not so bad. The main topic today is how New Zealand and Australia are very different from the US when it comes to religion in politics. The case of an Australian politician’s fall starts the discussion, and I add my own comments, also relating it all to New Zealand. Speaking of comments, listener comments let me discuss some other topics. Back later this week.

I’ll be hosting a special Pride 48 info show live in Pride48.com Tuesdays at 8pm EDT right up until the event.

Links for this episode
Schedule of recorded episodes on Pride 48
NZ petrol 4th-cheapest in OECD, says Govt
Archerr Epsiode 1067 – A brief mention on this is what triggered today’s topic
AmeriNZ 201 – Religion, podcasts and more
AmeriNZ 91 – Monique Rhodes
2011 Census products: consultation and planning – About the NZ Census planning
A question of taste – my blog post on the taste of American food products

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AmeriNZ 216 – Recovery Mode

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 I’m in recovery—my cold is passing! I tell you what I’ve been up to (busy—a surprise, I know). Then I tell you a bit about Pride 48 and some of what I’ve been working on. This podcast is now played on Pride 48.com. It means that I MUST now do two podcasts a week! I explain why.

From there it’s some bits from the New Zealand news: A trans-friendly proposal for the next NZ Census, the budget and some observations about NZ politics. I play an example to talk about how NZ journalists are far less deferential to elected politicians than US journalists are.

Comments round out this episode before I’m done for this week. I’ll be back twice next week!

Links for this episode

Schedule of programmes on Pride 48
Census may become more trans-friendly
Budget 2010: Income tax slashed, GST to 15 pc

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AmeriNZ 215 – Sore throat

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 I have a bit of a sore throat today and I’m kind of out of sorts. So, instead of a real subject I tell you what I’ve been up to and update a couple things from earlier episodes. Actually, there’s a subject within all that. Back next week, hopefully more focused, too.

Archerr will be doing a live show on Pride 48 at 7:30pm Thursday US time (11:30am Friday NZ time).

Link for this episode
The second haul – About my second trip to buy imported American products

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AmeriNZ 214 – Unusual subject

Posted on May 6, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 It’s my busiest week, but I took some time out to talk with you. I have a very unusual subject this week, which is introduced by a voicemail message. To start out, I tell you a story from my childhood, which then leads into the main topic. Have any other podcasters talked about this topic?

Archerr will be doing a live show on Pride 48 at 7:30pm Thursday US time (11:30am Friday NZ time)..

Links for this episode
AmeriNZ #32 – More Expats – The episode with Dawn and Darren
Roger Green has a new blog address.
International Donor Rates
Organ donation and legislation by John McCall in The NZ Medical Journal
Organ Donation New Zealand
The Transplantation Society of Australia and New Zealand – Organ Allocation Protocols

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AmeriNZ 213 – Restart

Posted on April 30, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 After some introductory blather, I tell you about the sad Anzac Day this year. From there I move on the other NZ news, far less serious, but I sneak in a more serious thing, too. And more silliness. A phone comment lets me update an earlier episode.

Archerr may be taking over all the Thursday live shows. Stay tuned.

Links for this episode
AR1059 Does Medicare Cover STD Tests? – I was a guest on this group show episode
Roadshow weary – my long blog rant on Adobe
“YouTube turns five – NZ’s top 10 vids” – NZ Herald list
Senate Immigration Framework Includes LGBT Binational Families
Musings of a Tech Writer Podcast

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AmeriNZ 212 – Tough go shopping

Posted on April 22, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 First up today I have an important announcement. Then, it’s all about me—as it should be, of course. I tell you about my Adventure Shopping, and then correct what may have been a grievous error (or not). I also tell you how old Bella is, and have some fun at the expense of other podcasters.

Note: I will not be doing a live show this week.

Archerr will do a live group show on Pride 48 starting at 8:00pm Eastern North American time on Thursday, April 29 (Noon Friday, April 30 New Zealand time). You can join other listeners in the chatroom, where you can also ask questions or make comments as the show is streamed.

Links for this episode

Vera Speaks… For Real
Big Fatty Online
Archerr.com
Fairy Princess Holly’s fundraising page for the Walk for Animals

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AmeriNZ 211 – Finding Things

Posted on April 14, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 I’m back, after a VERY busy time. In today’s episode, I talk about some things we found.

First, there’s the new addition to the family, Bella. I tell you about her, and how she came to live with us. Then it’s on to something I mentioned in my last regular episode: A store in Auckland that sells imported American products. I also have a story from the news and tell you about some video podcasts I’m working on and will be posting soon.

Archerr will do a live group show on Pride 48 starting at 8:00pm Eastern North American time on Thursday, April 15 (Noon Friday, April 16 New Zealand time). You can also join other listeners in the chatroom, where you can also ask questions or make comments as the show is streamed. I’ll be back as host the following week.

Links for this episode
The sister act – My blog post on Bella’s arrival.
Things you miss and then find – About our trip to Martha’s Backyard.
Tasting memories – Some of my reactions to what we bought.

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AmeriNZ 210 – US Immigration Equality

Posted on April 2, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 The United States’ anti-gay immigration policy is “gratuitous cruelty,” according to US Representative Jerold Nadler, the chief sponsor of the Uniting American Families Act in the US House of Representatives. What’s happening to make US immigration law treat GLBT Americans fairly and equally, as many other countries—such as New Zealand—already do?

Joining me today to discuss that is Julie Kruse of Immigration Equality, an organisation dedicated to changing the law and helping bi-national couples.

Julie talks about the current state of the effort to change the law, as well as related issues. For example, how do issues like the Defense of Marriage Act affect immigration reform? How does the effort to make US immigration law treat GLBT people equally relate to comprehensive immigration reform? Ultimately, what’s the prospect for reforming US immigration law?

For me, this was an interesting and informative talk about an issue that affects me personally. Unfortunately, I made an error in the audio settings and the sound isn’t as good as it could’ve been. This is an interview I really enjoyed doing.

Links for this episode
Immigration Equality
Requirements for New Zealand Residence Permits for Partners, which includes same-sex couples equally.
Immigration Progress – My blog post from last year about the Uniting American Families Act. A regularly updated list of sponsors is at the end of the post.

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AmeriNZ 209 – Fourth Season Begins

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 This is the start of the “fourth season” of the AmeriNZ Podcast! I start today with some breaking news. Also, an American product will be made in New Zealand (for us, of course). It’s a four-day holiday weekend, and we’ll be busy—having fun!

I have a lot of work on right now, but I’m also working on the Pride 48 live podcasting marathon and getting ready for that I have some updates on something I’ll be doing, something in the news and something I think is interesting (in a funny kind of way). You may need to wash your ears afterward.

Archerr will do a live group show on Pride 48 starting at 8:00pm Eastern North American time on Thursday, April 1 (1:00pm Friday, April 2 New Zealand time). You can also join other listeners in the chatroom, where you can also ask questions or make comments as the show is streamed. I’ll be back as host the following week.

Links for this episode
What Not to Swear
Fairy Princess Holly’s fundraising page for the Walk for Animals

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Category Archives: Podcasts

AmeriNZ 218 – Lunchtime

AmeriNZ 217 – We’re different here

AmeriNZ 216 – Recovery Mode

AmeriNZ 215 – Sore throat

AmeriNZ 214 – Unusual subject

AmeriNZ 213 – Restart

AmeriNZ 212 – Tough go shopping

AmeriNZ 211 – Finding Things

AmeriNZ 210 – US Immigration Equality

AmeriNZ 209 – Fourth Season Begins