North Americana

About North Americana

North Americana hits the road, unearthing surprising stories that connect Americans and Canadians, then sharing insider travel tips for those who might want to go too. Award-winning journalist Liz Beatty hosts inviting along some great American storytellers and expert guests.

Publisher

Liz Beatty

Category

society & culture · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Aug 2019

Latest episode

2 Feb 2021

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Feb 2021

   Episode 15: War of 1812 Factoids Americans Would Love to Know

   PBS storyteller Robert Reid shares his funny factual dive into the war that few people can explain on either side of the border.  And why all this matters today.

2. 

   26 Jan 2021

   Episode 14: New France Cuisine Across North America

   Beyond poutine, two stories in this episode set the table for the varied culinary legacy of New France in North America. From Montreal bagels to Cajun gumbo.

3. 

   19 Jan 2021

   Episode 13: A King, a President & a Hotdog Save the Free World

   The little-known story of how a King, a US president, and a hotdog saved the free world.  And how our host Liz Beatty is connected to all this!

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

26 ratings

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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