Hosted by British born host Dr. Alan Campbell, Watching America combines interviews, engaging audio, and deep dive talks in to our local and national culture through the eloquent and ever-curious lens of a ‘Brit’ who has spent over two decades ‘figuring it all out’; Watching America.
Latest episodes
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Scott Eyman on Charlie Chaplin Beyond The Screen
Known as one of the greatest entertainers in movie history, Charlie Chaplin rose to fame in the silent films of the nineteen-hundreds, and created one of the most iconic characters…
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Scott Eyman on Charlie Chaplin Beyond The Screen
Known as one of the greatest entertainers in movie history, Charlie Chaplin rose to fame in the silent films of the nineteen-hundreds, and created one of the most iconic characters…
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Scott Eyman: Charlie Chaplin - Beyond The Screen
Known as one of the greatest entertainers in movie history, Charlie Chaplin rose to fame in the silent films of the nineteen-hundreds, and created one of the most iconic characters…
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53 min
Katy Milkman: Unveiling the Secrets of Lasting Change
Looking for a new start? Want to begin some new habits? It turns out science can help you get from where you are to where you want to be. Award-winning Wharton Professor Katy Milkm…
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53 min
Clancy Martin: How Not to Kill Yourself
The last time Clancy Martin tried to kill himself was in his basement with a dog leash. It was one of over 10 suicide attempts throughout the course of his life. Yet, he survived —…
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53 min
Hampton Court Palace: 500 Years of History
From the Tudors to the Windsors - intrigue, scandals, and power took center stage within the halls of the magnificent and breathtaking Hampton Court Palace. This week author Gareth…
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53 min
A Conversation With Filmmaker Jerry Aronson
From his early days in photography capturing President Eisenhower to the gripping tales of Native American lives in "The Divided Trail" and the environmental masterpiece "Chasing I…
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53 min
Americans in London: Benjamin Franklin, Jimi Hendrix, Sam Wanamaker
Take a trip to London, England. Host (and native Brit) Alan Campbell took a trip "across the pond" to visit the home of Benjamin Franklin, Jimi Hendrix's flat, and the reconstructe…
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53 min
Alan Cosgrove: Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
They have performed for over 950,000 Fleetwood Mac fans across the world to date, and they have garnered over 100-million views across YouTube. How do they capture the heart and so…
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53 min
Jill Duggar: Counting the Cost
Jill Duggar Dillard grew up as star on the hit TLC reality TV show “19 Kids and Counting.“ She was the first Duggar daughter to marry, and over 4.4 million people tuned in to watch…
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53 min
Eerie Excursions: Unearthing the Mysteries of America's Cemeteries and Tombstone Tourism
Get ready for a spine-tingling journey through the realm of the departed. We’re unearthing the secrets of cemeteries with two exciting guests. YouTuber Arthur Dark is an expert on…
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53 min
Douglas Brunt: The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel
Acclaimed novelist Douglas Brunt served as CEO of a tech company until he decided to become an author. Now he writes full time and hosts a popular podcast on which he interviews so…
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53 min
Dr. Terry Lindvall: Exploring the Work of Literary Giant C.S. Lewis
From the magical world of Narnia to the thoughtful exploration of the Christian faith found in the pages of “Mere Christianity,” author C.S. Lewis made faith accessible to a wide a…
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53 min
Remembering Patsy Cline
Music legend Patsy Cline was born as Virginia Patterson Hensley in Winchester, Virginia. From humble beginnings she rose to become known as one of country music's greatest vocalist…
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53 min
Capturing Truth: A Conversation with Renowned Documentary Filmmaker John Scheinfeld
When his parents took him to a local movie theatre to see Lawrence of Arabia at the age of 12, John Scheinfeld was completely captivated and began to dream of a career in Hollywood…
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53 min
Jonathan Losos: The Cat’s Meow
Do lions and tigers meow? Why does your cat keep leaving dead mice on the doorstep? From ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics to the vast array of modern cat breeds, the world has always…
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53 min
Trumpeting Success: Chris Botti's Journey in Music
Acclaimed trumpeter Chris Botti has collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet, including Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Frank Si…
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53 min
A Conversation With Jazz Artist Kat Edmonson
Born in Texas, Kat Edmonson was raised on the music and film of the early-to-mid-twentieth century, and she has been writing songs since she was a little girl. The vintage jazzy po…
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53 min
The Crappy Childhood Fairy: Anna Runkle on CPTSD
By the time she was in her 20s, Anna Runkle was struggling with anxiety, depression, and chronic pain that seemed to have no cause. Therapist after therapist failed to diagnose wha…
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53 min
Unveiling the Joys of Solitude: Amy Key's Journey
We enter a world where romantic love takes a backseat, and the vibrant hues of independence and self-discovery shine through. Using Joni Mitchell's iconic album, "Blue," as her gui…