De Amerikaanse Verkiezingsshow
De Amerikaanse Verkiezingsshow
Haagsch College
Will Kamala Harris soon be the first female president in the Oval Office? Or will it be Donald Trump again after all? The American presidential election will determine not only the future of the deeply divided country, but also that of the rest of the world. Is democracy really at stake? And can Europe continue to count on the US?
In the Amerikaanse Verkiezingsshow, journalists Laila Frank and Bernard Hammelburg dive deep into American politics and society on stage together with correspondent Jan Postma, live from the US. With gripping stories and sharp analyses, they reacquaint you with today's restless America.
Run time 105 minutes
Genre Perspective
Language Dutch
De Amerikaanse Verkiezingsshow
How influential is the assassination attempt on Trump in the campaign? And with what strategy does Harris expect to win? In Haagsch College's dynamic and atmospheric Amerikaanse Verkiezingssshow and the BNR America Podcast, Laila, Bernard and Jan tell you everything you need to know to understand the crucial battle for the White House.
Laila Frank is a journalist and America expert for Eva, NPO Radio 1 and De Groene Amsterdammer, among others. She also produces the NPO Radio 1 podcast series Welcome to Washington. Bernard Hammelburg is one of the best-known America experts. He is host of BNR De Wereld and together with Jan makes the BNR America Podcast. Bernard was an America correspondent for many years. Jan Postma is America correspondent for BNR News Radio and various other media. Based in Washington DC, he participates in the theater show and keeps his finger on the pulse throughout the country. He also produces the BNR America Podcast.
Guitarist Johannes Kapteijn provides the musical accompaniment. With slide, fingerpicking and alternative tunings, he plays his Gibson J-45 (The Workhorse) and brings an unmistakably American sound.
This program is a collaboration between Haagsch College and BNR Nieuwsradio.
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