AmeriNZ Podcast http://amerinzpodcast.com One guy, two countries. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:34:19 +0000 en-NZ hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.9 Copyright 2007-2022. Creative Commons License applicable. amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) 1440 http://amerinzpodcast.com/podcast_images/AmeriNZ_Podcast_150x150.jpg AmeriNZ Podcast http://amerinzpodcast.com 144 144 One Guy, Two Countries A gay American-born New Zealander talks about life in a land he wasn'r born in, and all that means. Gay,GLBT,expat,expatriate,New,Zealand,Kiwi Arthur the AmeriNZ no yes amerinz@gmail.comArthur the AmeriNZ AmeriNZ 423 – Nineteen years http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2134 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2134#respond Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:31:58 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2134 Continue reading →]]> Nineteen years ago today, I uploaded the first episode of the AmeriNZ Podcast, and despite everything, it’s still here—technically? I start out talking briefly about the podcast itself, and then I update all the things (aka “projects”) I talked about last time. I also talk about some of what I haven’t not done yet, and also the time-consuming project (of sorts) that I’ve been working on for the last month or so.

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Links for this episode
”Cool man” – My blog post on the air conditioning
“Busy days, and more to come” – My blog post on removing the broken the air conditioner
“Keeping the bugs outside” – My blog post on the window screens (with photos)

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2134 0 0:30:50 Nineteen years ago today, I uploaded the first episode of the AmeriNZ Podcast, and despite everything, it’s still here—technically? I start out talking briefly about the podcast itself, and then I update all the things (aka “projects”) I talked abou[...] Nineteen years ago today, I uploaded the first episode of the AmeriNZ Podcast, and despite everything, it’s still here—technically? I start out talking briefly about the podcast itself, and then I update all the things (aka “projects”) I talked about last time. I also talk about some of what I haven’t not done yet, and also the time-consuming project (of sorts) that I’ve been working on for the last month or so. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Cool man” – My blog post on the air conditioning “Busy days, and more to come” – My blog post on removing the broken the air conditioner “Keeping the bugs outside” – My blog post on the window screens (with photos) Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 422 – Cool heat http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2130 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2130#respond Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:34:03 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2130 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016The air conditioning system was installed this week, and so far so good! I also give an evaluation of the blinds I had installed. But, what about the window screens?

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”Hot as heck” – My blog post on the uncomfortable heat
“Uber loses Supreme Court appeal over drivers’ employment status” – RNZ
Official documents and videos about the Uber case

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2130 0 0:23:59 The air conditioning system was installed this week, and so far so good! I also give an evaluation of the blinds I had installed. But, what about the window screens? Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this ep[...] The air conditioning system was installed this week, and so far so good! I also give an evaluation of the blinds I had installed. But, what about the window screens? Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Hot as heck” – My blog post on the uncomfortable heat “Uber loses Supreme Court appeal over drivers’ employment status” – RNZ Official documents and videos about the Uber case Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 421 – Thirty years http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2126 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2126#respond Tue, 04 Nov 2025 07:36:06 +0000 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2126 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016This past weekend I marked 30 years living in New Zealand. November 2, 1995 was also the day Nigel and I always considered our anniversary because it’s when our life together began. After that, I talk about what happened after I went the Home Show last month. Several improvements to the house are underway.

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Links for this episode
”Thirty years later” – My blog post on last weekend’s anniversary
“The house projects are moving forward” – My most recent blog post on my house projects
“I made more sunshine” – My blog post on having the solar panels cleaned

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2126 0 0:24:21 This past weekend I marked 30 years living in New Zealand. November 2, 1995 was also the day Nigel and I always considered our anniversary because it’s when our life together began. After that, I talk about what happened after I went the Home Show l[...] This past weekend I marked 30 years living in New Zealand. November 2, 1995 was also the day Nigel and I always considered our anniversary because it’s when our life together began. After that, I talk about what happened after I went the Home Show last month. Several improvements to the house are underway. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Thirty years later” – My blog post on last weekend’s anniversary “The house projects are moving forward” – My most recent blog post on my house projects “I made more sunshine” – My blog post on having the solar panels cleaned Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts http://amerinzpodcast.com/audio/AmeriNZ421-Thirty-years.mp3 Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 420 – Season of change http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2123 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2123#respond Tue, 30 Sep 2025 08:27:49 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2123 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016In the previous episode, I made a prophecy! Mind you, I didn’t know that at the time, so up first today I talk about what happened. Basically, big changes are coming.

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”Certain for now” – My blog post on on my decision
“The sixth horrible anniversary” – My post reflecting on 6 years without Nigel

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2123 0 0:13:36 In the previous episode, I made a prophecy! Mind you, I didn’t know that at the time, so up first today I talk about what happened. Basically, big changes are coming. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this e[...] In the previous episode, I made a prophecy! Mind you, I didn’t know that at the time, so up first today I talk about what happened. Basically, big changes are coming. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Certain for now” – My blog post on on my decision “The sixth horrible anniversary” – My post reflecting on 6 years without Nigel Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 419 – My bumpy ride http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2119 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2119#respond Fri, 23 May 2025 05:25:22 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2119 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016Two months later, and I’m back. I begin by talking about sad news that, for some unknown reason, I didn’t mention last time. Next, I update what I talked about last time. I even share a helpful hint! Everything is now up to date, so the next episode, whenever it is, can be all-new. Yay?

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Links for this episode
”Another loss for the family” – My blog post on our loss
“Another friend is gone” – My post reflecting on Ramble Redhead
”Unsolved mowing conundrum” – A blog post on the mowing issue I talked about

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2119 0 0:14:03 Two months later, and I’m back. I begin by talking about sad news that, for some unknown reason, I didn’t mention last time. Next, I update what I talked about last time. I even share a helpful hint! Everything is now up to date, so the next episode[...] Two months later, and I’m back. I begin by talking about sad news that, for some unknown reason, I didn’t mention last time. Next, I update what I talked about last time. I even share a helpful hint! Everything is now up to date, so the next episode, whenever it is, can be all-new. Yay? Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Another loss for the family” – My blog post on our loss “Another friend is gone” – My post reflecting on Ramble Redhead ”Unsolved mowing conundrum” – A blog post on the mowing issue I talked about Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 418 – Podcasting for 18 years http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2116 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2116#respond Fri, 28 Mar 2025 08:57:50 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2116 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016Today is the eighteenth anniversary of this podcast, and the fact that today I’m releasing a new episode about that surprises me more than anyone. I talk about the anniversary first, then about what my barriers to podcasting have been, and then on to a very positive and important personal change I made in January.

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Links for this episode
”I’m going to live” – My blog post on why I started walking
”I’ve been walking, yes indeed” – My blog post on after one full month of walking
“Podcasting for 18 years” – My post reflecting on this anniversary

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2116 0 0:21:42 Today is the eighteenth anniversary of this podcast, and the fact that today I’m releasing a new episode about that surprises me more than anyone. I talk about the anniversary first, then about what my barriers to podcasting have been, and then on t[...] Today is the eighteenth anniversary of this podcast, and the fact that today I’m releasing a new episode about that surprises me more than anyone. I talk about the anniversary first, then about what my barriers to podcasting have been, and then on to a very positive and important personal change I made in January. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”I’m going to live” – My blog post on why I started walking ”I’ve been walking, yes indeed” – My blog post on after one full month of walking “Podcasting for 18 years” – My post reflecting on this anniversary Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 417 – Happy New Year http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2113 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2113#comments Wed, 01 Jan 2025 03:07:07 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2113 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016Happy New Year! This is my first podcast of 2025, and I begin by telling you about my holidays and some of what I got up to. As usual I have a few side stories: It may be a new year, but it’s the same old me!

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Links for this episode
”Boxing Day done right” – My blog post on Boxing Day
”Mowing to knowing” – My blog post on things mowing taught me
“It was definitely a year” – My post reflecting on this year

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2113 1 0:17:12 Happy New Year! This is my first podcast of 2025, and I begin by telling you about my holidays and some of what I got up to. As usual I have a few side stories: It may be a new year, but it’s the same old me! Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Pag[...] Happy New Year! This is my first podcast of 2025, and I begin by telling you about my holidays and some of what I got up to. As usual I have a few side stories: It may be a new year, but it’s the same old me! Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Boxing Day done right” – My blog post on Boxing Day ”Mowing to knowing” – My blog post on things mowing taught me “It was definitely a year” – My post reflecting on this year Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 416 – Presently http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2110 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2110#respond Fri, 13 Dec 2024 09:33:01 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2110 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016This week I expand on what I was talking about last week, because not all anniversaries this year are bad! Actually, not all potential triggers turn you that way, either.

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Links for this episode
”Good things, too” – My blog post on a good anniversary this year
”Time becomes our ally” – My blog post on triggers that weren’t
“Let the annual inquisition begin for 2024” – My blog post for this year’s “Ask Arthur” series

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2110 0 0:16:23 This week I expand on what I was talking about last week, because not all anniversaries this year are bad! Actually, not all potential triggers turn you that way, either. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for th[...] This week I expand on what I was talking about last week, because not all anniversaries this year are bad! Actually, not all potential triggers turn you that way, either. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Good things, too” – My blog post on a good anniversary this year ”Time becomes our ally” – My blog post on triggers that weren’t “Let the annual inquisition begin for 2024” – My blog post for this year’s “Ask Arthur” series Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 415 – Not Present http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2108 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2108#respond Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:12:04 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2108 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016Well, I managed to get in one more podcast before the end of 2024! My first topic is what’s been going on with me, in short, it’s not been a good year for me, for a lot of reasons. Then it’s all about some of what I’ve been up tp lately. Will I manage to get in another episode this year?

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Links for this episode
Paul (“Archerr”) Armstrong’s obituary
”Lost in the weeds” – My first blog post on my challenges seen through mowing
“Crazy busy crazy week” – My second blog post on my challenges seen through mowing
“Flexible change” – My blog post on my decluttering epiphany

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2108 0 0:18:23 Well, I managed to get in one more podcast before the end of 2024! My first topic is what’s been going on with me, in short, it’s not been a good year for me, for a lot of reasons. Then it’s all about some of what I’ve been up tp lately. Will [...] Well, I managed to get in one more podcast before the end of 2024! My first topic is what’s been going on with me, in short, it’s not been a good year for me, for a lot of reasons. Then it’s all about some of what I’ve been up tp lately. Will I manage to get in another episode this year? Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode Paul (“Archerr”) Armstrong’s obituary ”Lost in the weeds” – My first blog post on my challenges seen through mowing “Crazy busy crazy week” – My second blog post on my challenges seen through mowing “Flexible change” – My blog post on my decluttering epiphany Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) Another podcast guest spot http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2104 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2104#respond Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:18:27 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2104 Continue reading →]]> This past Saturday (my time), I was a guest host with Daniel Brewer on the podcast he does with Adam Burns, The Gay Mix (aka “The Mix”) podcast. That episode, “173 – Too 2Political? What Kind of Name is That for an Episode?”, has now been posted on their site. Adam was away on holiday, and Daniel asked me to join him, partly so we could talk about politics—did we? Yeah, a bit, but I haven’t listened to it yet, so for all I know it may have been a total trainwreck—for me. Daniel’s aways a professional. I should add that the episode is roughly an hour and a half long.

I’ve known Daniel and Adam for many years now, and both were the creators and initial drivers of Pride 48, so in the time I was heavily involved with that I talked with them a lot. But I haven’t spoken with Daniel (as in, talked with my voice—can’t be sure about comments or emails…) since the last Pride 48 streaming weekend back in September last year. Life’s been… odd since then—busy, sure, but mostly odd. [I talked about the weekend on my podcast at the time, “AmeriNZ 399 – For years”.]

This guest spot was technically my return to podcasting, since I haven’t posted an episode of my own AmeriNZ Podcast since April of this year. Actually, speaking of guest spots, this was my first since I recorded with my late friend Paul Armstrong way back in April 2021. I had no idea it had been that long, but, then, I’m not as active in podcasting or Pride 48 as I used to be, so it makes sense.

At any rate, I had a lot of fun catching up with Daniel and taking part in this week’s show.

Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2104 0 amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 414 – Circus clowns http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2096 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2096#respond Tue, 30 Apr 2024 10:28:06 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2096 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016Today I start with a brief catch-up, but my main topic is about a new opinion poll that has very bad news for the NZ’s 3-way coalition government. I provide some context as well as talk about what the poll means. And it with that, I managed to get a second podcast episode in April.

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Links for this episode
”Poll: Labour could return to power if election held today” – “1News” (TVNZ)
“NZ: Buyer’s remorse?” – My in-depth post about the poll results.
“Govt’s 36-point plan: What does ‘take decisions’ mean?” – “1News “(TVNZ)
“ACT are deeply affiliated with Atlas Group” – Reddit (r/newzealand) [Note: Sources not yet verified by me]

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2096 0 0:21:55 Today I start with a brief catch-up, but my main topic is about a new opinion poll that has very bad news for the NZ’s 3-way coalition government. I provide some context as well as talk about what the poll means. And it with that, I managed to get a[...] Today I start with a brief catch-up, but my main topic is about a new opinion poll that has very bad news for the NZ’s 3-way coalition government. I provide some context as well as talk about what the poll means. And it with that, I managed to get a second podcast episode in April. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Poll: Labour could return to power if election held today” – “1News” (TVNZ) “NZ: Buyer’s remorse?” – My in-depth post about the poll results. “Govt’s 36-point plan: What does ‘take decisions’ mean?” – “1News “(TVNZ) “ACT are deeply affiliated with Atlas Group” – Reddit (r/newzealand) [Note: Sources not yet verified by me] Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 413 – Eighteenth season http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2094 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2094#respond Fri, 26 Apr 2024 02:56:43 +0000 https://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2094 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016This episode has been so very long delayed! I was busy with a lot of little things, and I still am, so this episode isn’t edited. I start with what I did right after my previous episode, then I talk about some more things I was doing, including one that was emotionally challenging. I also did something I was able to do because apparently I’m now officially old. Or, something like that..

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Links for this episode
”My challenging visit to Auckland” – My blog post on my trip to Auckland.
“Seeing the road ahead” – My post about going to the optometrist.
“Reading the stuff ahead of me” – My post about picking up my new glass, including a photo of me in the new glasses.
“It was about change, not coincidence” – My post about getting a Warrant of Fitness for my car.

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2094 0 0:28:07 This episode has been so very long delayed! I was busy with a lot of little things, and I still am, so this episode isn’t edited. I start with what I did right after my previous episode, then I talk about some more things I was doing, including one [...] This episode has been so very long delayed! I was busy with a lot of little things, and I still am, so this episode isn’t edited. I start with what I did right after my previous episode, then I talk about some more things I was doing, including one that was emotionally challenging. I also did something I was able to do because apparently I’m now officially old. Or, something like that.. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”My challenging visit to Auckland” – My blog post on my trip to Auckland. “Seeing the road ahead” – My post about going to the optometrist. “Reading the stuff ahead of me” – My post about picking up my new glass, including a photo of me in the new glasses. “It was about change, not coincidence” – My post about getting a Warrant of Fitness for my car. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 412 – Returning to normal mode http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2088 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2088#respond Fri, 02 Feb 2024 07:54:25 +0000 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2088 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016This week I’ve been starting to get back to regular life after my holiday. February is already shaping up to be a busy month. I start today with updates to what I talked about last week, then it’s on to some of the new things I’ve been doing. I’ll be getting stuff done this month, if things go to plan.

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Links for this episode
”The long short month” – My blog post on the start to my February.
“Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all trip-related posts (when they’re published).

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2088 0 0:19:21 This week I’ve been starting to get back to regular life after my holiday. February is already shaping up to be a busy month. I start today with updates to what I talked about last week, then it’s on to some of the new things I’ve been doing. I’ll b[...] This week I’ve been starting to get back to regular life after my holiday. February is already shaping up to be a busy month. I start today with updates to what I talked about last week, then it’s on to some of the new things I’ve been doing. I’ll be getting stuff done this month, if things go to plan. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”The long short month” – My blog post on the start to my February. “Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all trip-related posts (when they’re published). Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 411 – Island idyll http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2081 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2081#respond Fri, 26 Jan 2024 06:43:14 +0000 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2081 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016This episode is about my recent trip with family to Fiji. This is sort of a general update. Next time, back to regular life!

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Links for this episode
”Travelling gratitude” – My blog post on my trip-related gratitude.
“Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all trip-related posts (when they’re published).
“The annual increasing number: 65” – My annual birthday blog post, with my selfie.
“Fifteen years later” – My post about the 15th anniversary of our civil union.

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2081 0 0:28:03 This episode is about my recent trip with family to Fiji. This is sort of a general update. Next time, back to regular life! Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Travelling gratitude” – My blog po[...] This episode is about my recent trip with family to Fiji. This is sort of a general update. Next time, back to regular life! Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Travelling gratitude” – My blog post on my trip-related gratitude. “Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all trip-related posts (when they’re published). “The annual increasing number: 65” – My annual birthday blog post, with my selfie. “Fifteen years later” – My post about the 15th anniversary of our civil union. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 410 – Nine days to go http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2078 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2078#respond Fri, 12 Jan 2024 07:02:05 +0000 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2078 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016It’s nine days until my next birthday, and I’ve been busy, and with varied things. I talk honestly about some of my challenges I have with going clothes shopping. Also, it’s rather hot.

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Links for this episode
”Clothes maketh the sequel” – My blog post on my shopping excursion.
“Heat alert issued for Auckland: ‘Keep hydrated'” – 1 News.

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2078 0 0:19:49 It’s nine days until my next birthday, and I’ve been busy, and with varied things. I talk honestly about some of my challenges I have with going clothes shopping. Also, it’s rather hot. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriN[...] It’s nine days until my next birthday, and I’ve been busy, and with varied things. I talk honestly about some of my challenges I have with going clothes shopping. Also, it’s rather hot. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Clothes maketh the sequel” – My blog post on my shopping excursion. “Heat alert issued for Auckland: ‘Keep hydrated'” – 1 News. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 409 – The holidays were good http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2075 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2075#respond Wed, 03 Jan 2024 04:33:21 +0000 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2075 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016I had good holidays this year because I actually had some this year! I was alone on Christmas last year, and I’ve almost always seen in the New Year alone, but this year I was with the family. I have a lot of little chores I plan to get done over the next couple of weeks, during what’s the quietest time of the year. I forgot to mention that I had another series of “Ask Arthur” blog posts last month. (link below).

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”Ask Arthur” 2023 – My annual “Ask Arthur” series of blog posts.
“The year Christmas returned” – About my Christmas.
”Message on the tree” – The symbolism in my tree topper.
”The year changed differently” – About my New Year’s Eve.
”Finding the right metaphor” – A way to understand loss of a spouse.

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2075 0 0:15:27 I had good holidays this year because I actually had some this year! I was alone on Christmas last year, and I’ve almost always seen in the New Year alone, but this year I was with the family. I have a lot of little chores I plan to get done over th[...] I had good holidays this year because I actually had some this year! I was alone on Christmas last year, and I’ve almost always seen in the New Year alone, but this year I was with the family. I have a lot of little chores I plan to get done over the next couple of weeks, during what’s the quietest time of the year. I forgot to mention that I had another series of “Ask Arthur” blog posts last month. (link below). Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Ask Arthur” 2023 – My annual “Ask Arthur” series of blog posts. “The year Christmas returned” – About my Christmas. ”Message on the tree” – The symbolism in my tree topper. ”The year changed differently” – About my New Year’s Eve. ”Finding the right metaphor” – A way to understand loss of a spouse. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 408 – The year winds down http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2072 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2072#respond Wed, 20 Dec 2023 07:03:58 +0000 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2072 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016Today was predicted to be the hottest day of the summer so far, and it was for some areas. I haven’t done much since the last episode, mostly routine stuff, but sometimes that, too, is my life, One thing I did was fix this site, so there’s that.

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Links for this episode
“The heat is on” – My blog post about the warm/hot weather.
“Memories shared, forgotten, and reviewed” – My post on things that happened on December 18 over several years.
Solstices & Equinoxes – a list of the dates from Time and Date.

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2072 0 0:17:36 Today was predicted to be the hottest day of the summer so far, and it was for some areas. I haven’t done much since the last episode, mostly routine stuff, but sometimes that, too, is my life, One thing I did was fix this site, so there’s tha[...] Today was predicted to be the hottest day of the summer so far, and it was for some areas. I haven’t done much since the last episode, mostly routine stuff, but sometimes that, too, is my life, One thing I did was fix this site, so there’s that. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “The heat is on” – My blog post about the warm/hot weather. “Memories shared, forgotten, and reviewed” – My post on things that happened on December 18 over several years. Solstices & Equinoxes – a list of the dates from Time and Date. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 407 – The circus begins http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2068 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2068#respond Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:56:36 +0000 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2068 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016New Zealand finally has a circus—whoops!— I meant a government. The three parties finally managed to strike a coalition deal. The new parliament was sworn-in this week, and everything now begins. I talk about that first. By the way, I was right: The tradition of not entering the Debating Chamber goes back to the time of Cromwell, because of Charles 1. Then, I talk about what I’ve been up to, especially how busy I’ve been.

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Links for this episode
“New Zealand’s 3-ring circus begins” – My blog post about a deal finally being struck.
“NZ’s new government: A grab bag of hot takes” – My post on the “hot mess” the coalition’s agenda is.
“Some of Parliament’s rituals and traditions explained” – 1News – TVNZ
“Errors in my ways” – My post on why the dentist appointment was a surprise.
“Tooth telling” – A follow-up post about seeing the dentist again this week.

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2068 0 0:19:26 New Zealand finally has a circus—whoops!— I meant a government. The three parties finally managed to strike a coalition deal. The new parliament was sworn-in this week, and everything now begins. I talk about that first. By the way, I was right: Th[...] New Zealand finally has a circus—whoops!— I meant a government. The three parties finally managed to strike a coalition deal. The new parliament was sworn-in this week, and everything now begins. I talk about that first. By the way, I was right: The tradition of not entering the Debating Chamber goes back to the time of Cromwell, because of Charles 1. Then, I talk about what I’ve been up to, especially how busy I’ve been. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “New Zealand’s 3-ring circus begins” – My blog post about a deal finally being struck. “NZ’s new government: A grab bag of hot takes” – My post on the “hot mess” the coalition’s agenda is. “Some of Parliament’s rituals and traditions explained” – 1News – TVNZ “Errors in my ways” – My post on why the dentist appointment was a surprise. “Tooth telling” – A follow-up post about seeing the dentist again this week. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 406 – Interregnum continues http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2065 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2065#respond Wed, 15 Nov 2023 07:53:37 +0000 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2065 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016New Zealand still doesn’t have a government—that is, the new government hasn’t been able to strike a coalition deal yet. I talk about that first. Then, I talk about what I’ve been up to, including updates to some things I’ve talked about in recent episodes.

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Links for this episode
“New Zealand’s in between days” – The blog post I mentioned, with more detail on this interregnum period.
“New Zealand’s three ring circus” – My post the negotiations becoming farce

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2065 0 0:17:38 New Zealand still doesn’t have a government—that is, the new government hasn’t been able to strike a coalition deal yet. I talk about that first. Then, I talk about what I’ve been up to, including updates to some things I’ve talked about in recent e[...] New Zealand still doesn’t have a government—that is, the new government hasn’t been able to strike a coalition deal yet. I talk about that first. Then, I talk about what I’ve been up to, including updates to some things I’ve talked about in recent episodes. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “New Zealand’s in between days” – The blog post I mentioned, with more detail on this interregnum period. “New Zealand’s three ring circus” – My post the negotiations becoming farce Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ) AmeriNZ 405 – Pensive week http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2062 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2062#respond Fri, 03 Nov 2023 10:01:33 +0000 http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=2062 Continue reading →]]> amerinz_podcast_1400x1400-2016I had a reflective week or two because of the anniversary this past week: Tuesday was the tent anniversary of the day Nigel and I were married, and Thursday was the 28th anniversary of the day in 1995 that I arrived in New Zealand to live, the day that Nigel and I began our life together. I talk about that first. Then, I talk about the final results of New Zealand’s General Election, and some of what that means. I also tell you the truth about what the results actually show, a view not usually presented by pundits and commentators.

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Links for this episode
“Ten years married” – My blog post about our 10th marriage anniversary
“Twenty-eight years later” – A post on our “main anniversary”
“2023 General Election – Official Result” – Electoral Commission New Zealand
“When will the government actually get back to work again?” – Stuff
“Special Votes: National and ACT lose majority in largest ever Parliament” – RNZ

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Facebooktwitterredditpinterestlinkedinmail]]> http://amerinzpodcast.com/?feed=rss2&p=2062 0 0:14:21 I had a reflective week or two because of the anniversary this past week: Tuesday was the tent anniversary of the day Nigel and I were married, and Thursday was the 28th anniversary of the day in 1995 that I arrived in New Zealand to live, the day t[...] I had a reflective week or two because of the anniversary this past week: Tuesday was the tent anniversary of the day Nigel and I were married, and Thursday was the 28th anniversary of the day in 1995 that I arrived in New Zealand to live, the day that Nigel and I began our life together. I talk about that first. Then, I talk about the final results of New Zealand’s General Election, and some of what that means. I also tell you the truth about what the results actually show, a view not usually presented by pundits and commentators. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “Ten years married” – My blog post about our 10th marriage anniversary “Twenty-eight years later” – A post on our “main anniversary” “2023 General Election – Official Result” – Electoral Commission New Zealand “When will the government actually get back to work again?” – Stuff “Special Votes: National and ACT lose majority in largest ever Parliament” – RNZ Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts Podcasts Arthur the AmeriNZ yes no amerinz@gmail.com (Arthur the AmeriNZ)