Once again, let's talk about what we read over the last quarter. Economics, history, science fiction, fantasy, murder mystery, and our ever faithful smut corner - all honestly documented and reviewed!
Social Media, the World Cup, and Why Americans are Desperate to be the "Good Guy" | American Abroad
I'm not a sports girl, but I do love a spectacle and what it teaches us.
Hail Muse! Immediate reaction to seeing Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" | Movie Review
Nymphs and satyrs, I have finally seen The Movie We've Been Talking About. And as always...I have thoughts!
First time in Latvia - Riga, a pagan wedding, and food | American Abroad
Latvia wasn't even on my list — but when your best friend asks you to be Maid of Honour at a pagan wedding via Riga, you say yes first and ask questions later.
250 Years of the American Identity Crisis | American Abroad
America's 250th birthday celebrations look a little different when viewed from the outside in. Also, IS THIS our 250th birthday or should we date it from another milestone instead? And what to do when our PR and marketing as a nation doesn't (and honestly hasn't ever) matched the product? I have some thoughts.
My honest take on what's coming to streaming and theaters
Darlings, we've officially crossed the 50% threshold. What's coming up in media and entertainment that has me excited - in spite of the...general state of things!
Starmer's resignation and the Americanisation of British media | American Reacts
This video is not about roasting the man, it's about the media environment in which we consume British politics. I'd argue that British media has become badly "americanised" due to structural incentives around business and attention. And I'd argue that this is terrible not just for Britain but for democracy. Walk with me.
Mormons, The Military, and a Dangerous Political Shift
If you know nothing about Mormonism and how it does (or doesn't) fit into the wider context of American religious groups, this is a useful moment tp pick up a lot of context about the current state of American politics. No, seriously.
My honest answers about life in London as an American
I asked you for questions for my first ever AMA, and you guys brought exactly the right kind of mix of chaos and and sincerity to the assignment. Perfection.
American Reacts | Why This American Expat Chose London Over America Forever | Part 2
In this honest, unscripted conversation Misti sits down with a fellow American expat who has built her entire life in Britain.