The podcast discusses Melania Trump's absence from the campaign trail, potential candidates for the 2028 election including AOC, and travel recommendations during the presidential election. It also explores healthcare coverage, payment solutions, and British TV shows promotion.

Former President Trump's trial in New York continues with chaos in the courtroom, including a moment where the jury was ordered out. The prosecution focuses on discrediting key witness Michael Cohen, while both sides prepare for closing arguments and the verdict.

The podcast discusses Biden's falling poll numbers and potential concerns for his campaign. They also delve into a controversial video shared by the Trump campaign and its implications. The episode explores the complexities of online political content and touches on the upcoming UK election investigation.

Exploring potential GOP nominees for 2028 election, foreign influence operations, Ivanka Trump's political future, and a fun segment on Sylvanian Families and Calico Critters featuring a new toy elephant

Former lawyer and right hand man of Donald Trump, Michael Cohen, takes the stand in Trump's trial. Topics include hush money payments to Stormy Daniels, Cohen's credibility as a witness, high ranking Republicans speaking outside the court, and its impact on the Vice Presidential nomination.

Jill Stein, Green Party candidate, discusses her impact on the 2016 election, third-party candidates in climate policies. The podcast explores Biden's eagerness for debates, the dynamic anticipation for the upcoming presidential debates, and the potential guest RFK Jr. intriguing comparisons to boxing promos.

Exploring presidential term limits and the possibility of Trump serving more terms, along with considerations for Biden's future campaigns. Discussing the influence of social media algorithms on election outcomes and the dangers of AI-generated fake content. Addressing the increasing mistrust in politics and encouraging listener engagement with thought-provoking questions.

The former U.S. President Donald Trump’s trial in New York is in its third week, where he’s accused of trying to cover up a $130,000 payment to porn star Stormy Daniels.He’s pleaded not guilty to 34 counts of falsifying business records and also denies having a sexual encounter with Daniels.Sarah and Anthony are joined by the BBC’s US reporter, Kayla Epstein - who’s been in court every day - to hear what happened when Ms Daniels herself took the stand, and court artist Jane Rosenberg reveals how she creates those incredibly candid sketches from the trial.HOSTS: * Sarah Smith, North America editor * Anthony Zurcher, North America CorrespondentGUEST: * Kayla Epstein, BBC’s U.S. reporter covering the trialGET IN TOUCH: * Join our online community: https://discord.gg/qSrxqNcmRB * Send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to +44 330 123 9480 * Email Americast@bbc.co.uk * Or use #Americast US Election Unspun: Sign up for Anthony’s new BBC newsletter: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68093155 This episode was made by Keiligh Baker. The producer was Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The series producer is Purvee Pattni. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

JFK’s nephew is taking on Biden and Trump as an independent. He’s a big outsider but his high polling numbers are worrying the main parties, who fear that his bi-partisan policies could steal votes.Sarah, Anthony and Marianna talk about who RFK Jr is, why he’s running, and if he lives up to his reputation as one of America’s most famous conspiracy theorists. And they get to the bottom of how he came to have a dead worm in his brain.HOSTS: • Marianna Spring, Disinformation & Social Media Correspondent • Sarah Smith, North America editor • Anthony Zurcher, North America CorrespondentGET IN TOUCH: • Join our online community: https://discord.gg/qSrxqNcmRB • Send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to +44 330 123 9480 • Email Americast@bbc.co.uk • Or use #AmericastUS Election Unspun: Sign up for Anthony’s new BBC newsletter: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68093155This episode was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray, Catherine Fusillo, and Claire Betzer. The technical producer was Hannah Montgommery. The series producer is Purvee Pattni. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Americanswers is back and we take a deep dive into Joe Biden’s TikTok account and the type of content his campaign is prioritising to win over young voters.A vice presidential hopeful has revealed she killed her dog due to behavioural issues. Will the admission end her chances of being Donald Trump’s running mate?And, Kamala Harris has been given a new nickname by a daytime television host. Who is the White House hoping she can win over on the campaign trail?HOSTS: • Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter • Marianna Spring, Disinformation & Social Media CorrespondentGET IN TOUCH: • Join our online community: https://discord.gg/qSrxqNcmRB • Send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to +44 330 123 9480 • Email Americast@bbc.co.uk • Or use #Americast US Election Unspun: Sign up for Anthony’s new BBC newsletter: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68093155 This episode was made by George Dabby with Catherine Fusillo and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomeryl. The series producer is George Dabby. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.