Americast

Americast

What is BBC Americast?

BBC is launching Americast, a new podcast about the U.S. election. inews.co.uk / Adam Sherwin Feb 3. “The broadcaster will this week announce a range of new podcasts, from ‘true crime’ and investigative series, to American politics, comedy and music, which listeners can access through its BBC Sounds app.”

Is Americast over?

Sopel, 62, previously presented BBC News alongside Maitlis and Louise Minchin and, in 2020, started the podcast Americast alongside Maitlis and the BBC’s chief North American reporter, Anthony Zurcher. The series was designed to end after the 2020 election, but continued due to its popularity with listeners.

Is Emily maitlis still married?

Maitlis is married to investment manager Mark Gwynne, who is Catholic, whom she met while working in Hong Kong. She proposed to her husband while on holiday in Mauritius in 2000. They have two children, Milo and Max. Maitlis is a keen runner and a WellChild Celebrity Ambassador.

What happened to Jon Sopel?

On 19 October 2021, Sopel announced his departure as North America editor, saying he was taking a “long break” to write a book. On 16 November 2021, his successor was announced as Sarah Smith.

Can you listen to BBC Sounds in America?

BBC does radio well, and now Americans can experience the full effect of the UK broadcaster’s audio content expertise with the iPlayer Radio app for iOS and Android. The app contains all of BBC’s radio feeds, including Radio 1 through 6, as well as the World Service.

What is americast made out of?

Americast is a three layered construction that combines a Porcelain Enamel finish with Enameling Grade Steel and reinforced with a proprietary closed-cell Structural Composite material. The result is a product that is of the same thickness as traditional cast iron and offers superior performance characteristics.

Where is Emily maitlis moving to?

The BBC is losing two of its leading broadcasters as the Newsnight presenter Emily Maitlis and the former North America editor Jon Sopel have announced they are leaving to join the media group Global.

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