Jon Sopel

Jon Sopel is a British journalist and broadcaster who served as the BBC's North America Editor, covering American politics from Washington DC during some of the most turbulent years in recent memory, including the Trump presidency. If Only They Didn't Speak English is his sharp, witty, and insightful exploration of America and Americans, explaining the peculiarities and contradictions of the United States to a British audience. His audiobooks and books are entertaining, illuminating listening and reading for anyone fascinated by America and the endlessly surprising differences between British and American life.