An American Discussion

Ep. 13 Post Election Analysis and Discussion

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 02:21:27 GMT

In this episode, Drew and Michael discuss the outcomes of the shocking 2024 US Primary Election. With most of the focus on the Presidential, but honorable mentions of the Senate and House of Representative races. They discuss the outcome, the what they think went right, what they think went wrong, and what it means for the future of our country. So, pull up a chair and join us! As always, if you would like to chime in with your opinion, offer a future topic, or refute any of our positions, Please feel free to email us at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 12 Early and Absentee Voting

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 01:57:57 GMT

The day after Halloween, and a few days before the election, Michael gives us the history of the absentee voting and early voting history in America. The hosts also discuss the 2024 Presidential Election polling, and their thoughts as to who will win the upcoming election. So, pull up a chair and join us! As always, if you would like to chime in with your opinion, offer a future topic, or refute any of our positions, Please feel free to email us at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 11 Steel Manning

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 01:57:13 GMT

In this episode, Drew and Michael practice a debate technique called Steel Manning. This strategy both benefits you in debates by giving some credence to the other side, but still being able to disagree. It also is in line with the core principles of the podcast, as well as forcing yourself to see the humanity in your opponents views. So, pull up a chair and join us! As always, if you would like to chime in with your opinion, offer a future topic, or refute any of our positions, Please feel free to email us at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 10 The Introduction to Nuclear Power, and the Recommissioning of 3-Mile Island

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 01:28:55 GMT

In this episode, Michael dives into Nuclear Energy. As an ETN in the US Navy, he helps introduce Drew to the basics of Nuclear Power generation. As well as not only how 3 Mile Island originally failed, but how and why it is currently being recommissioned. After that, Michael and Drew discuss current polling, and the outlook for the impending presidential election that;s just two weeks away. So, pull up a chair and join us! As always, if you would like to chime in with your opinion, offer a future topic, or refute any of our positions, Please feel free to email us at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 9 2024 Vice Presidential Debate Review

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 23:06:53 GMT

This episode begins in a slightly unorthodox manner. During pre-recorded discussions, we got deep into discussions about weather, something that Drew is passionate about. After that unplanned segment, we get into reviewing the most recent VP debate. What we both thought on who won, how it went, what was achieved, and what opportunities were missed. One thing that we both agreed on, is that the debate was something that none of us expected, but all of us deserved as Americans. It was civil, and a true American Discussion. So, pull up a chair and join us! As always, if you would like to chime in with your opinion, offer a future topic, or refute any of our positions, Please feel free to email us at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 8 Drew Hates Woodrow Wilson

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 23:06:09 GMT

In this episode, Drew prepared a presentation about the 28th President of the United States of America, Thomas Woodrow Wilson. Michael and Drew discuss WW's presidency, racism, infringements on civil liberties and more. So, pull up a chair and join us! As always, if you would like to chime in with your opinion, offer a future topic, or refute any of our positions, Please feel free to email us at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 7 The Lewis and Clark Expedition

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 01:23:41 GMT

In this episode, hosts Michael and Drew discuss the history of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Where they started, where they went, and why they embarked. We also spent a decent amount of time discussing other topics such as hunting and firearms. So, pull up a chair and join us! As always, if you would like to chime in with your opinion, offer a future topic, or refute any of our positions, Please feel free to email us at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 6 2024 Presidential Debate Recap

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 01:23:39 GMT

In this episode, Michael and Drew go over the debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. We discuss how we think it went, strong talking points from both sides, as well as the moderators performance. So pull up a chair and sit in with us! As always, if you would like to join the conversation with us, whether it be criticisms, new topic ideas, or just to voice your own opinion, please feel free to shoot us an email over at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@Gmail.com!

Ep. 5 Was it Rigged?

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:38:02 GMT

Hosts Michael and Drew discuss the 2020 Election. Voicing their opinions on to its validity, and whether or not it was "rigged" as former President Trump proclaims. So pull up a chair, and lets get into it! As always, if you would like to chime in with your opinion, offer a future topic, or refute any of our positions, Please feel free to email us at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 4 Head in the Stars

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:38:00 GMT

Hosts Michael and Drew discuss Space. Michael delves into not only the American Space Race, but the history of mankind putting things in space as a whole. So pull up a chair and enjoy the show! As always, if you would like to chime in with your opinion, offer a future topic, or refute any of our positions, Please feel free to email us at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 3 Americans and their Damned Machine Guns

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 02:11:21 GMT

In this episode, Drew leads us in a review of historic court rulings in the 2A space, as well as a most recent ruling in the case US vs Tamori Morgan, as it relates to the private ownership of fully automatic firearms in the US. As always, if you have any opinions you'd like to interject (particularly dissenting), or would like to recommend a topic for a future episode, please feel free to send us an email at AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com!

Ep 2: Price Gouging and Corporate Finance

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 14:41:23 GMT

Come have a seat with us while Michael goes over some of the history of "Price Gouging" as well as other Corporate Finance context. Followed by a discussion on our thoughts of the proposed policy prescriptions. And as always, if you would like to ask a question, submit a dissenting opinion, or recommend a topic for a future episode, please feel free to send an email to AnAmericanDiscussionPodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 1: Mental Health Institution System in America

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 00:51:19 GMT

In our first ever episode of the podcast, we cover the historical context of the Mental Health Institutions of the United States of America. We will cover how it started, the laws that led to its disappearance, and what the root of the problem looks like in todays society. After the historical context, Michael and Drew discuss different ways to tackle the problem moving forward. We hope you enjoy the discussion. As always, if you would like to add your opinion into the conversation, or recommend future topics, please feel free to send us an Email at anamericandiscussionpodcast@gmail.com