Station:
ABC (AU)
Status:
Running
Start:
2012-02-10
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Chas Licciardello and John Barron set out to discover the real America - its politics and its people - with analysis from US and Australian experts.
Next Episode is 'TBA' (Season 2026 Episode 22) and airs on 29 Jun 2026 06:35 (CDT).
S2026E19 - Sex, Lies and Nazi Tattoos
Will a scandal-plagued political newcomer cost Democrats the Senate? We ask strategist Julie Roginsky whether Graham Platner can save his campaign. Plus a rare Republican revolt sees Trump walk away from his slush fund but claim victory in his long-running feud over tax.
Air Date: 08 Jun 2026 06:35 (CDT)
S2026E20 - Let the Oil Flow!
Trump claims victory after a long-awaited peace deal is agreed with Iran. Meanwhile, as Congress advances a US-Israel military integration plan, we ask former national security official Josh Paul why the measure has sparked a backlash.
Air Date: 15 Jun 2026 06:35 (CDT)
S2026E21 - The Art of Surrender?
The Republican backlash intensifies after Trump makes a deal with Iran, then threatens a return to war. Meanwhile JD Vance lashes out at Israel, and Trump blames vandals after his reflecting pool woes take a turn for the worse.
Air Date: 22 Jun 2026 06:35 (CDT)
S2026E22 - TBA
Planet America celebrates our 600th episode. Since 2012, John Barron and Chas Licciardello have unpacked the issues, events, people and politics from the US - in their own inimitable way. (Midseason Final).
Air Date: 29 Jun 2026 06:35 (CDT)