AmeriNZ 173 – The people have spoken

amerinz_podcast_150x150Okay, two things: This episode is EXTRA long, and it doesn’t end when you think (listen for my added special tribute at the end). After two weeks, I think you can allow me some extra time.

Today I tell you about our trip to Northland—our honeymoon. First up, I have some historical information for the date I actually recorded. Fast forward if you want. After that, I give the final (I think) update on the referendum I’ve been talking about. My main topic is our honeymoon in the Bay of Islands, Northland, New Zealand. Comments and email let me expand on a number of things—first, being an expat, and second, the upcoming AmeriNZ Live podcasts. A special tribute is at the very end—don’t fast forward Too much!

Links for this episode

My take on the referendum results
A blog post exposing connections.
Voting results show christofascists are toothless in New Zealand.

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2PP014 – 28 August 2009

2pp_album_art_ep014smRemembering Senator Ted Kennedy: Today we have a special episode about Senator Edward M. Kennedy, his career, his legacy and what his death means for not just liberals, but the US Senate generally. We also share some personal memories and reflections.

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Back to our regular format next time.

Link for this episode:
Roger’s blog post
Orrin Hatch’s tribute song, “Headed Home”
Jason’s blog post on Senator Kennedy
Arthur’s blog post on Senator Kennedy
Jason is taking part in an M.S. Ride in Missouri. Please click here to donate, no matter how much or how little!.
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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AmeriNZ 172 – Did I?

amerinz_podcast_150x150So: How did I vote in New Zealand’s stupid referendum that will cost taxpayers millions for nothing? What did I do about that fundamentalist christianist stunt? I drag out the answer because I can. So, before I answer, I have updates on a couple stories I’ve talked about in the past, including gay adoption and ending the “panic defence”. And, do I ever tell you what I think!!

Links for this episode

Judge: Time to let gay couples adopt
Country divided over gay adoption issue
Voting correctly my stroppy blog post on how I voted.

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AmeriNZ 171 – To Vote or Not

amerinz_podcast_150x150For the first time in my life, I don’t know if I should vote, and it’s all the fault of some New Zealand christianist fundamentalists. They’re a teeny, tiny minority in New Zealand, but they managed to put up a stupid referendum that will cost taxpayers millions for nothing. First, I update some New Zealand news from last time, and add a couple new stories.

Links for this episode

Beach poison will kill you in an hour
Enrolment Statistics for New Zealand voters.
1.3m smacking responses

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2PP013 – 11 August 2009

2PP_Album_art_smallAfter Jason’s special days, we have some final thoughts on the elevation of Sonia Sotomayor to the US Supreme Court, which is why this episode starts with the audioclip. From there it’s on to the main topic, the debate over healthcare reform, and we have another audio clip. To wrap up, Arthur has another silly story from the conservative fringe. After a couple phone messages, we’re done. Can you guess what saved our phone number for another two weeks beyond what the phone messages gave us?

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Back in 2 weeks!

Link for this episode:
Crayfish Premiere, Sweden, August 12.
Awa Odori (Fools Dance), Japan, through August 15.
Jason is taking part in an M.S. Ride in Missouri. Please click here to donate, no matter how much or how little!
Jason’s Blog
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AmeriNZ 170 – 070809

Today is 07/08/09 in this part of the world and I have to observe such an auspicious occasion, which is apparently a once-in-a-lifetime event. After that, I talk about something that’s killing dogs. Then, Dames and Sirs—a gay man turns down a knighthood.

Links for this episode

UK article on 07/08/09
Toxic algae prime killing suspect
New Zealand’s Titles and Styles of Knights and Dames

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2PP012 – 30 July 2009

2PP_Album_art_smallWe start with a story from Jason about his century (I share my stories on AmeriNZ Podcast) before moving on to Jason’s special days. The silly news this week is about the “birthers”, the crazy conservative opponents of President Obama. Then it’s on to real news, healthcare reform. Arthur is adamant that the right wing lies and distortions have to be challenged. We also talk about various aspects of the reform effort, and its opponents.

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Back in 2 weeks!

Link for this episode:
Hurricane Supplication Day, Virgin Islands, July 27.
More about Hurricane Supplication Day.
St. Olav’s Day, Norway (and Faroe Islands), July 29.
More about St. Olav’s Day.
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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AmeriNZ 169 – A Special Edition

amerinz_podcast_150x150Fellow podcaster Big Fatty asked podcasters to do a special show for July 29—the National Day of the Faroe Islands. It’s a good idea—so good, I did one last year! So today I simply repeat that episode—or the relevant part, anyway.

The next new podcast will be 2Political, tomorrow or the next day.

Links for this episode
Kim Beaver’s Lodge belongs to Kim Beaver, for whom many of us are doing special episodes today. Thank You, Kim!!
AmeriNZ 104 – Góða Ólavsøku

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AmeriNZ 168 – Assorted miscellany

amerinz_podcast_150x150This is just a nattercast today, since I won’t have time tomorrow. I start with some updates (this IS a personal journal podcast!) and go on to other bits and pieces. It’s another cornucopia today! I have a little bit of a downer toward the end, but my reason for bringing it up is positive.

Links for this episode

Jake’s big weekend post on my blog.
100 Maori words every New Zealander should know
Maori Language Week – Te Wiki o Te Reo Maori
History of the Maori language
New Zealand Immigration Service
The “Lord of the Rings” Location Guidebook

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AmeriNZ 167 – Travel New Zealand

Image EDITI begin with some breaking news, then onto something from the NZ news. After that, the main topic: Visiting New Zealand. I share a few tips and tricks and resources. Comments and then that’s it for this week.

Links for this episode

NZ Road Code
New Zealand Tourism videos
The “Lord of the Rings” Location Guidebook

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