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Welcome to An Americanist, your go-to solo podcast for a quick and snarky dive into the current events and politics shaping our nation! As a daily extension of the An Americanist blog, I’m here to break down the headlines that matter—Monday through Friday—without the fluff and filler. In each bite-sized episode, I tackle the latest political news, dissect current events, and share my unfiltered thoughts, all with a sprinkle of humor and a touch of sass. From legislative shenanigans to social issues stirring the pot, I’ll keep you informed and entertained in just a few minutes each day. Join me as we explore the stories that impact America and remind ourselves why an engaged citizenry is essential for our democracy. Whether you’re commuting, grabbing coffee, or taking a break, An Americanist Daily is the perfect way to stay in the loop without sacrificing your time or sense of humor. Subscribe now and let’s navigate the complexities of today’s America—one short e
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to An Americanist, your go-to solo podcast for a quick and snarky dive into the current events and politics shaping our nation! As a daily extension of the An Americanist blog, I’m here to break down the headlines that matter, Monday through Friday, without the fluff and filler.
An Americanist is hosted by Carol Marks. The show has published more than 1,000 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "We Look Back, Say Thanks, And Close The Mic" (20 February 2026, 17 minutes), "Abandoned Dog, Declined Card, Fading Accents: A Wild News Rundown" (19 February 2026, 15 minutes), and "Why Blaming Instagram, Syncing Bedtimes, And Cooling Bedrooms All Collide In One Morning Drive;" (18 February 2026, 12 minutes).
An Americanist publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 13 minutes across more than 1,000 episodes.
Booking probability for An Americanist is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. An Americanist requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. An Americanist's contact route on record: verified email.
Carol Marks hosts An Americanist, a news podcast with more than 1,000 episodes published.
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Seven years, dozens of pivots, and a community that turned quotes into running jokes—this final chapter brings it all together with candor and a wink. We open the notebook on how a mother–daughter...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Headlines are loud; the real story is what they reveal about us. We kick off with a jolt of accountability news from across the pond and ask why American power so often talks big and moves slow. That...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Headlines said Olympic medals were breaking, and that was all it took to spark jokes and outrage. We looked closer. The real story is a safety-minded breakaway clasp designed to prevent...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT The mic gets hot fast as we call out the breathless, error-prone way cable news and celebrity pundits turn a serious abduction case into spectacle. When a slickly written letter is treated like proof...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A so-called boring Super Bowl sparks anything but a boring conversation. We kick off with the game itself and the joy of rooting against a dynasty, then pull the thread on why so many big-budget...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A quiet Starbucks run turns into a surprising tour of how small choices shape big outcomes. We start with the end of an era—Minute Maid retiring frozen juice concentrate after 80 years—and dig into...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A theater marquee sparks a studio backlash, a Supreme Court justice’s applause at the Grammys ignites a debate about impartiality, and an Olympic venue changes one word that sets off a storm. This...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever notice how the stories we’re told to ignore somehow dominate every screen? We kick off by pulling apart the Grammys hangover in the news cycle—why outlets mock the show while feeding it two days...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Some headlines demand more than a scroll and a shrug. We open our feed to find a touring icon calling the U.S. too dangerous for shows and a Florida couple alleging an IVF mix-up that left them...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Brace yourself for a rapid-fire ride through the final stretch of our show: candid, punchy, and a little unhinged in the best way. We start with the countdown to the end and jump straight into a Fox...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Start with a Hall of Fame shocker, take a hard turn into the doomsday clock, and end with a marketing stunt that tries to monetize compliments—this ride is equal parts gut check and grin. We unpack...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT A reporter at a tennis presser tried to bait athletes into a political sound bite, and it set us off on a bigger question: why does every postgame mic need a litmus test? We unpack how manufactured...
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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Forecast alarms ring loud, then fade to a whisper. We open with that whiplash as severe weather warnings in North Alabama cool off, and we talk honestly about how hype, uncertainty, and trust collide...
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