2PP016 – 15 September 2009

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Arthur

2PP_Album_art_small This is the final episode posted to the AmeriNZ Podcast feed! Subscribe to the 2Political Podcast by clicking on the iTunes button at the bottom of this post, or directly: http://feeds2.feedburner.com/2politicalPodcast. Thanks for your support!

A few more housekeeping bits start us out today—including that we’re now recording roughly every ten days instead of two weeks. Then, after Jason’s Special Days, it’s on to today’s topic, healthcare. We begin with the president’s speech, then move on to the state of the debate. Along the way, Arthur delivers a small rant about healthcare, the debate and distractions; after that, you’ll understand where he’s coming from.

Visit our website, 2political.com, where, you can leave a comment, get the comment line number or our email addresses for the podcast. 2Political episodes will continue to be available through AmeriNZ Podcast for quite awhile, or you can subscribe directly through iTunes (link below).

Back in about ten days—through 2Political.com!

Link for this episode:
California Prune Festival, Yuba City, CA, September 13.
Mexican Independence Day, September 16.
September is “Blue September” for prostate cancer awareness.
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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New Live shows, new format

Posted on September 13, 2009 by Arthur

I’m about to launch a new series of live AmeriNZ Podcasts on Pride48.com, beginning on Friday, September 18 at 12 noon NZ time (Thursday, Sept 17, 8PM Eastern US time). Don’t worry about calculating what that is in your local time—just go to the schedule page on Pride48.com and change the time zone to yours.

These new live shows will be different from the ones I’ve done before. They’ll be more topical—about politics, current events, culture, etc. The crazy shows will be back from time to time, but the weekly show will be a bit more structured. Each show will have a chatroom available so listeners can interact with each other, me and the others on the show. Each show will be about an hour long.

The group shows will be first come, first served or whatever; there’s a limit to how many people can be in a Skype conference, so be in early (you can email me in advance if you want to be sure to be part of the group). In the middle of the week, I hope to post the topics for that week so if it’s something you’re especially interested in you can be sure to be there.

The premier episode will be different: It’ll be two hours long, and starts with a special guest. Then, we’ll all take part in the group show (which should begin about 12:45 or 1pm NZ time, 8:45pm 9pm Eastern US). The following week it’ll be back to an hour.

So stop by for the premier episode and take part in any way you feel comfortable. This show will be whatever we make it together, so let’s have some fun!

2PP015 – 9 September 2009

Posted on September 9, 2009 by Arthur

2PP_Album_art_small We begin today with a few housekeeping bits, then Jason offers to rebrand the Republican Party—a sort of truth in labelling, you could say. Special Days are next, then it’s on to the topics of the day—the state of the campaign for healthcare reform, the crazy people and the extent to which the mainstream newsmedia has made things worse. We also talk about liberals’ impatience with Obama. Will the Republicans be able to capitalise on all this in the next election? The truth is, no one knows or can know this far away. The September 11 anniversary is this Friday, so we talk a bit about where things are now. That brings us back to Republican distortions.

Important note: Only one more episode posted to the AmeriNZ Podcast feed! The 2Political Podcast will no longer be posted to the AmeriNZ Podcast feed after Episode 16. If you want to continue receiving the 2Political Podcast after that, you’ll need to subscribe separately. Thanks for your support!

Feel free to visit our website, 2political.com, where, you can leave a comment, get the comment line number or our email addresses for the podcast. 2Political episodes will continue to be available through AmeriNZ Podcast for quite awhile, or you can subscribe directly through iTunes (link below)..

Back in about ten days!

Link for this episode:
Flax Scutching Festival, Stahlstown, PA, September 12-13.
Bluegrass and Chili Festival Claremore, OK, September 10-12.
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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AmeriNZ 173 – The people have spoken

Posted on September 4, 2009 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 Okay, 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

Posted on August 29, 2009 by Arthur

2pp_album_art_ep014sm Remembering 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.

Important note: The 2Political Podcast will no longer be posted to the AmeriNZ Podcast feed starting early September. You’ll get more warning, but if you want to continue receiving the 2Political Podcast you’ll need to subscribe separately. Thanks for your support!

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?

Posted on August 21, 2009 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 So: 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

Posted on August 17, 2009 by Arthur

amerinz_podcast_150x150 For 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

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Arthur

2PP_Album_art_small After 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?

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
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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AmeriNZ 170 – 070809

Posted on August 7, 2009 by Arthur

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

Posted on July 30, 2009 by Arthur

2PP_Album_art_small We 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.

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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