Unpacking America
John Easterling is an Australian living in the United States who seeks to understand more about the country he now calls home. Throughout the many conversations he's had in America since his arrival, John has discovered more and more that he wants to unpack with people. This podcast seeks to understand Americans from across the country; their points of views, their beliefs, their ambitions, and their fears.
Podcasting since 2023 • 22 episodes
Unpacking America
Latest Episodes
Ticking Every Box
For the penultimate episode of season 3 John is joined by Jessamyn Dodd; news anchor, influencer and centralist. A conversation about ticking all the boxes, trying to find the balance between the left and the right, and living in an increasingl...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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57:37
The Experience Of Others
John is joined by Ebony for a no holds barred conversation about the prevalence and power that race has in everyday American life, history and, culture. You can follow Ebony
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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58:08
Extremely Joyful
John talks to Ginny about growing up in rural Alabama, the joy of being in a loving relationship, the power of art and performance, and the changing conversations around sexuality.
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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55:55
What Hill Are You Willing To Die On - Part 2
John and Anthony continue their conversation about the growing presence of misinformation online, in what Anthony refer to as the 'War On Words'. Check Anthony's TikTok out here:
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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45:16
What Hill Are You Willing To Die On - Part 1
Season 3 begins with a two part special as John is joined by special guest Anthony Hyland (@ispeak1906). As a serving member of the United States Navy, a spoken word artist, an author, and a social media influencer, Anthony has a lot to share a...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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51:31