Land of The Free?

What You Need To Know About The Election

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 21:52:31 GMT

With less than a week to go until the US election, Florence is back with a quick explainer of how the act of voting actually works, what choices Americans are facing, and when we can expect the results.

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Episode 18 - Abortion Rights: 'On a Collision Course with the Constitution'

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:01:50 GMT

Originally recorded 13.05.2024. In the last episode of this series, host Florence takes a deep dive into the world of abortion issue framing and how it influenced the Dobbs decision. Using her own personal academic research, she charts the framing of abortion by pro- and anti-abortion groups in Mississippi and Ohio in the ten years before the Dobbs decision and the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

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Episode 17 - We Heart Free Speech

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 14:55:33 GMT

Originally recorded 06.05.2024. Following the show's usual structure, host Florence begins by covering the key news stories of the week. The first is an update on the pro-Palestinian protests on US college campuses,

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Episode 16 - What Do We Want? A Podcast! When Do We Want It? Now!

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 13:38:22 GMT

Originally recorded 24.09.24. In this episode, as usual, Florence begins with covering the most recent news stories. This week, these were: the Congressional aid package for Ukraine, Taiwain, and Israel passing, a Supreme Court cased focused on state policies on homelessness, legislation in Nebraska allowing teachers to carry concealed hand guns, the Supreme Court hearing a case about Idaho's near-complete ban on abortion, Donald Trump's hush money trial and immunity case, a possible ban on Tik Tok, and finally the pro-Palestine college campus protests.

In an update on the 2024 election, Florence discusses Trump's candidates for his vice presidential pick, Trump campaign finances controversies, polling about female support for Trump, Robert F. Kennedy Jr's candidacy, Biden's emphasis on abortion, Democratic spending in North Carolina, discussions about the Trump v Biden debate, and changes to the Biden anti-Trump campaign strategy.

For this week's America 101, Florence focuses on the history of US campus protests and how this relates to the current situation.

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Episode 15 - The American Populist Radical Right

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 11:06:02 GMT

Originally recorded 25.03.24. In a special edition, host Florence covers the definition, development and consequences of the Populist Radical Right in America, from the birth of the Tea Party movement to the current issues caused by Donald Trump's candidacy.

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Episode 14 - Who is Gerry Mander?

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:27:35 GMT

Recorded 05.02.2024. Back again, Florence begins the show by updating the listeners with the latest news stories. First up was the conspiracy theory surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship, with some accusing them of inventing a false relationship in order to help the Democrats. Next was an update on campaign spending, specifically from the Trump camp and their spending on legal fees. In terms of updates in Congress, the House passed a bipartisan tax bill, yet to be approved by the Senate. The immigration and Ukraine bill has been amended, passed by the Senate, but sent back to the House. Trump's recent Fox News interview was also a topic of discussion, followed by the final news story - a new rule in Oregon about it's State Senate and removal of boycotting Senators.

In election updates; Biden has announced an extensive advertising plan, Republican donors met to debate which Republican primary candidates to support, states have been discussing the possibility of Trump being removed from the primary ballot, Nikki Hayley's new campaign strategy has launched, Democrats have voted in their first official primary in South Carolina, and the winter meeting of the Republican National Committee discussed the possibility of joint fundraising with Trump.

The America 101 topic this week was gerrymandering - changing the makeup and structure of districts for political effect.

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Episode 13 - Gotta Fight, Fight, Fight

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:40:20 GMT

Originally recorded 29/01/2024. As usual, the show started with an update on the week's news stories in the realm of American politics. First up was the 'bipartisan' immigration bill discussed by Congress, and the issues Trump caused for it. This was followed by a discussion of the execution of an individual in Alabama, using nitrogen hypoxia as the method of execution for the first time in the US. Another difficult case was that of Jennifer Crumbley, convicted of being criminally liable for her son's school shooting, the first time a parent was given partial responsibility in such a situation. Next was Governor Mike DeWine of Ohio's veto on an anti-transgender bill that was overturned. The final news story of the week was the candidate debate for the special election to fill Senator Dianne Feinstein's seat.

As usual, we took a look at the 2024 presidential election's updates, following the Iowa caucus and the New Hampshire primary for the Republican Party. Trump succeeded immensely in both, breaking records for a non-incumbent candidate. This was followed by various drop-outs, from Ramaswamy and DeSantis.

The America 101 topic for today's show was the US military.

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Episode 12 - Iowa Caucus Special

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 11:47:45 GMT

Recorded 15/01/2024. Host Florence covers the upcoming Republican and Democratic Iowa caucuses in depth, including their history and notable examples. With a specific focus on the race for the Republican nomination, they also make some predictions about the caucus outcomes.

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Episode 11 - Turkey Day!

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 16:15:15 GMT

Recorded 21/11/2023.

Host Florence brings you an update on the key news stories of the past two weeks including elections, the US-China bilateral, the intimidation of election officials, and the federal debt ceiling debacle. As always, this was followed by an update on the 2024 election; the third Republican primary debate, a Trump case update, Joe Manchin stepping down, and information about the 2024 presidential debates. To mark Thanksgiving, Florence explained the history of the holiday and its repercussions for American politics.

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Episode 10 - One Year To Go...

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 15:08:56 GMT

It's now less than a year to go until the presidential election. Host Florence talks us though this week's news stories, including the world AI summit, Trump's trials, and the House Republican Israel bill. The biggest story in election watch is some new polling this week that puts Biden behind Trump in several key battleground states. Finally, we discuss the origins of the Democratic Party.

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Episode 9 - Spooky Scary Skeletons

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 17:08:23 GMT

Happy Halloween. Florence, our host, was back this week covering everything you need to know about American politics. We had some big stories to discuss - including the election of a new House Speaker, the Maine shooting, and a host of abortion policies at the state level. During Election Watch, there was one major story to discuss, Mike Pence dropping out of the Republican presidential race. We also covered the upcoming Senate election in Montana. No spooky episode would be complete without an America 101 on Halloween in the US, and how it intersects with politics.

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Episode 8 - Primaries Schooling

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 14:39:25 GMT

Florence is back in the studio by themselves this week, and after having a week off, there is a lot to catch up with. The news stories of the past two weeks have been busy ones, including the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas and the US response, as well as the never-ending saga over the US House of Representatives Speaker. In election watch, we focus on the recent primary for the Governor of Lousiana, Trump's manipulation of the Republican Party behind the scenes, and catch up with how the candidates are getting along with fundraising. Finally, Florence explains the American presidential primary and caucus system.

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Episode 7 - Criminally Underrated ft. Ben Dunkley

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 13:06:50 GMT

Host Florence is joined by Xpression FM's very own Ben Dunkely. As always, we started with a catch up about the week's new stories, including Hunter Biden's criminal charges and the removal of Kevin McCarthy. For election watch, we focused on Trump and his various ongoing court proceedings, with a look at how these are impacting his campaign. Finally, for America 101, Florence explained the history and role of the US House of Representatives Speaker.

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Episode 6 - Third Party? No Problem!

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 11:59:29 GMT

Join host Florence as they discuss the latest news stories of the week, and make some predictions which have since been proved very, very wrong. Election watch looks at the Senate race in California and the role of third-party candidates in presidential elections. Finally, the episode is rounded off by an America 101 on the Republican Party.

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Bonus Episode - The Second Debate

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:24:02 GMT

This show discusses the second Republican presidential nominee debate that occurred on Wednesday the 27th of September. Host Florence covers the highlights, key topics, and takeaways giving you all the info you need to know.

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Bonus Episode - The First Debate

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 12:27:15 GMT

Join host Florence as they analyse the first Republican primary debate, giving you the rundown of the important moments and the important people.

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Bonus Episode - Guns (and Ships)

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 13:19:01 GMT

Join host Florence for a bonus episode looking at the history and role of guns in America; how they got their status, and what the future may hold.

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Bonus Episode - The Special Relationship

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:23:24 GMT

We're back momentarily from our summer break to bring you a 'special' America 101 focusing on the Anglo-American special relationship. Host Florence goes into the past, present, and future of this relationship to bring you some background information for a key news story.

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Episode 5 - We Want (Supreme Court) Justice

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 15:18:29 GMT

We've reached episode 5! Florence talks us through some rather interesting news stories, gives an update on presidential and gubernatorial elections, and finally explains the myths behind the US judicial system.

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Episode 4 - (Not) A Lawless Land

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:51:00 GMT

After the DeSantis Special, we are back as usual, with host Florence New. This week we have focused on news surrounding China and the legal system, as well as DeSantis' candidate announcement. Our election watch focuses on the House of Representatives, and we go back to basics and explain the American executive and president.

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Episode 3 - The DeSantis Special ft. Jack Barwell

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 09:57:17 GMT

Join host Florence New and special guest Jack Barwell for an analysis of Governor Ron DeSantis, his policy, and his presidential nomination campaign.

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Episode 2 - Congressional Oversight

Tue, 30 May 2023 09:35:42 GMT

Back for our second epsiode, we have Land of the Free?, bringing you all the latest news, election coverage, and an introduction to American politics. This week, we focus on the upcoming Senate elections and demystifying the legislative branch. Tune in live to Land of the Free? on Xpression FM hosted by Florence New.

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Episode 1 - This is America

Thu, 25 May 2023 10:32:21 GMT

Welcome to Land of the Free?, an American politics commentary show. Join our host Florence for a discussion on recent news, the upcoming presidential elections, and the US Constitution. The show first aired on 08.05.23 on Xpression FM.

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