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Flightless Bird

Flightless Bird

By: David Farrier
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Summary

 Flightless Bird follows journalist David Farrier as he learns about what makes America special from his unique perspective as a Kiwi accidentally marooned in the Land of the Free. Infinitely curious but never judgmental, each week, David (along with cohost and American Rob) seeks to understand what makes America so unique, strange, and wonderful. Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Wisconsin: Supper Clubs

    Wisconsin: Supper Clubs
    May 12 2026
    In this week’s episode, as part of his “Wisconsin” series, David investigates the world of Supper Clubs in Madison. What the hell is a supper club, and why is this state obsessed with them? What is a Friday Fish Fry, and how creamy is a grasshopper? David attempts to find out.Feedback: flightlessbirdchat@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • Nest Sessions: Nick Thorburn on Underground Comics

    Nest Sessions: Nick Thorburn on Underground Comics
    May 7 2026
    In this month’s Nest Session, David and Rob are joined in the studio by musician Nick Thorburn (Islands, the Unicorns, Mister Heavenly, The Creem) to discuss his love of underground comics and fulfilling his dream of publishing his own comic with legendary publisher Fantagraphics. Nick - originally from Canada - shares his thoughts on the US, and his music with bands like The Unicorns and Islands, before sharing his favourite homemade American snack, and some charming acoustic renditions of his music. Feedback: flightlessbirdchat@gmail.com The Cream: https://www.instagram.com/thecreeem/ Nick’s comic: https://www.fantagraphics.com/products/pear-shape Nick's book: https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/nick-thorburn/products/penguins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • ICE Detention Center Visit

    ICE Detention Center Visit
    May 5 2026
    In this week’s episode, David and Rob head to the Adelanto ICE Detention Centre in which is imprisoning New Zealand woman Everlee Wihongi, who holds a valid green card. Rob goes inside and spends an hour with Everlee, discussing what conditions are like, and why the New Zealand government refuses to offer any help. Meanwhile, David calls Everlee’s mother Betty at her home in Wisconsin, to talk about what it’s like to have a family member kidnapped by ICE.Email us your feedback: flightlessbirdchat@gmail.comEverlee’s GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-free-and-get-everlee-home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
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