What is America?

Hi! I'm John, and this is "What is America?" podcast. For the next year, I'm gonna drive around the country and talk to people about their lives. The goal is to help rebuild our broken politics. Wanna come?

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What is America?

Ep 1: What is America? (Podcast intro + meet John)

March 27, 2025 • John Minervini • Season 1 • Episode 1

What is America? It's a big question. Maybe we used to be able to agree on the answer—but we can't take it for granted anymore.

In this episode, meet host John Minervini and learn a bit about the podcast. Over the next year, we'll drive all around the country together and talk with people about their lives. The goal is to help rebuild our broken politics.

The road trip has only just begun, but it's already been an adventure. Learn about John's drive from Joshua Tree, CA, to Memphis, TN—including a surprise appearance by the haboob, a legendary dust storm in the American Southwest.