“There are years that ask questions and years that answer.” Zora Neale Hurston Sarah and Beth the questions and answers... more

'Tis the season for overconsumption - or is that every season now? Sarah and Beth talk about the struggles they... more

Today, Sarah and Beth are following up on some of our conversations from the headlines last week, discussing social media... more

In the wake of the 2024 Presidential Election, everything is different. In the US, around the world, and in our... more

President Biden has chosen to pardon his son, Hunter. Sarah and Beth discuss that choice in light of incoming president... more

We’re revisiting an episode from September 2023 about safe storage, the portrayal of weapons in media, and reducing gun violence.... more

Back in the spring, Sarah was featured on the cover of her hometown magazine, Paducah Life. As part of that... more

Sarah and Beth use the Future Problem Solving process to look at what we know about America today and brainstorm... more

Sarah and Beth discuss the responsibilities of Congress, the Supreme Court, and others will power at this time. TOPICS DISCUSSED... more

Sarah and Beth discuss Donald Trump's ongoing appointments and talk about what can be learned from the down ballot results. ... more

Sarah and Beth continue to process the results of the 2024 Presidential Election. TOPICS DISCUSSED The 2024 Trump... more

Sarah and Beth reflect on the reelection of Donald Trump.

Sarah and Beth reflect on election day, anxiety, and the state of podcasting.

Sarah and Beth cover the last days of the campaign and what may come next.

Michelle Obama, Beyonce, and a roundtable with our husbands

We discuss KY Amendment 2 and national trends around funding education.

The US presidential election and elections around the world.

Sarah and Beth discuss Harris's interview with Brett Baier and recent Trump events.

Sarah and Beth discuss the final stretch of the Harris and Trump campaigns.

Sarah and her son, Griffin, talk with Brian Tyler Cohen.

Beth and Anna discuss young Republican lawmakers and the future of the party.

Sarah and Beth share their tips on talking politics with children.

Plus, our discussion on the longshoremen strike.

Sarah and Beth discuss the paradox of the Vice Presidential Debate.

Sharing an episode of To See Each Other, a show that complicates the narrative about small town Americans in our... more

Sarah and Beth break down some of the 140 ballot measures being voted on around the country.

Hard choices require leadership.

We talk to Sharon McMahon about her new book.

Sarah and Beth discuss a chaotic political weekend.

Sarah and Beth discuss the looming government funding deadline and National Debt.

Sarah and Beth discuss the debate between Vice President Harris and former President Trump.

We talk to Rep. Lauren Underwood about supporting parents through legislation

We talk to Megan Garber about modern day scams.

We spoke with Lt. Gov. Flanagan at the DNC and are sharing that conversation today

Sarah and Beth discuss their week at the Democratic National Convention and the presidential race.

We're sharing several conversations we had this week at the DNC.

We look back on the 1968 Chicago convention with Hubert Humphrey biographer James Traub.

We're talking education issues to celebrate the start of the school year.

We share our conversation with Kelly Kaufman about the ways community carried her through the sudden loss of her daughter.

Sarah and Beth discuss Project 2025 and the state of the Republican Party.

We celebrate the lives of our grandmothers.

Sarah and Beth discuss global tensions, the Veepstakes, and their takeaways from summer travel.

We share stories of emotionally charged changes within families.

Sarah and Beth discuss

We share stories of caregiving from our community.

We talk about VP Harris's candidacy and talk to Governor Shapiro about the work he's doing in Pennsylvania.

Sarah and Beth answer questions about the earliest stages of parenthood.

We talk with Jeff Friedman about The Commander-in-Chief Test

Sarah and Beth are together today discussing the attempted assassination of Donald Trump over the weekend at a rally in... more

We discuss the idea of identity diversification.

We talk with Elizabeth Wilkins about the new rules from the Federal Trade Commission.

We answer listener questions about how faith choices impact family relationships.

Sarah and Beth discuss the Supreme Court and Biden's re-election campaign.

Sarah and Beth discuss a way forward after the first Presidential Debate of 2024.

We talk housing with Jerusalem Demsas of The Atlantic.

We discuss how to navigate conflict within romantic partnerships.

Sarah and Beth discuss leadership in congress with Mikie Sherrill.

We kick off our summer series with a chat about new beginnings and the serendipity of life.

We talk with author and historian Doris Kearns Goodwin about her new memoir.

Sarah and Beth get into the details of the Trump conviction and what it means.

Sarah and Beth talk to Chelsea about her new memoir.

Sarah and Beth discuss the felony conviction of former president Donald Trump and other news stories.

We talk to Elizabeth Holmes about the importance of political fashion and how clothing communicates.

We discuss the the upcoming verdict and talk to a therapist about the mental health content.

Sarah and Beth discuss Harrison Butker's controversial commencement speech and childcare policy.

We talked to Ambassador Eisen about what he's seeing inside the courtroom at the Trump hush money trial.

We speak with Rosemary Ketchum about her race to be the mayor of Wheeling, WV.

Sarah and Beth discuss the corruption trials of Donald Trump and Bob Menendez. Then they discuss election security with Kathy... more

We speak with Tufts University professor Eitan Hersh about teaching conservative political theory on a liberal campus.

We talk about the chaos that is college financial aid this year.

We discuss the possible ouster of Speaker Johnson and how indirect rule shapes foreign policy.

Sarah and Beth discuss what's going on with campus protests and Donald Trump's trial.

We talk with Jessica Grose about the preponderance of tech in schools.

Sarah and Beth discuss Congressional votes, The Rulebreaker biography, and The Tortured Poets Department

Sarah and Beth discuss the consequences of extreme abortion laws.

We're sharing the first episode of our de Tocqueville slow read-along

Sarah and Beth catch up on the news and discuss Beyonce's new album.

Today, Sarah is joined by her husband, Nicholas, to talk about the solar eclipse, the National Association of Realtors, and... more

We're sharing a conversation with Jane Ferguson from our fall book club Premium content.

Beth talks with Jon Lowy about the lawsuit Mexico is bringing against U.S. gun manufacturers.

Beth and Chad discuss some of his favorite things: sports gambling and Apple products.

We discuss the Missouri Girls State Program featured in the new Apple TV documentary with Kelsey Whitt.

Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's 'God Bless the USA' Bible, EPA standards, and treating headlice.

We talk to Governor Jay Inslee about the Reproductive Freedom Alliance.

Sarah and Beth debate the pros and cons of the TikTok bill.

Sarah and Beth discuss rollbacks of crime and policing reforms in traditionally blue cities and what that means for the... more

Sarah and Beth discuss America's response to the Covid-19 pandemic with Dr. Charity Dean

Sarah and Beth discuss Joe Biden's SOTU address, Senator Katie Britt's response, and spring cleaning.

We break down the results of Super Tuesday's many primary elections.

Sarah and Beth catch up on the weekend's headlines.

We talk with Erin Baute about how your Enneagram type may influence your response to the presidential election

Sarah and Beth discuss Nikki Haley's path forward, #mentalhealth, and when to start a skin care routine.

We discuss the updates in the Hunter Biden investigation and the controversial ruling from the Supreme Court of Alabama.

Sarah and Beth discuss Alexei Navalny's death in a Russian prison and Trump's civil fraud judgment in New York.

We talk with Rob Reiner and Dan Partland about their new documentary.

Sarah and Beth discuss President Biden, Donald Trump's comments on NATO, and more in today's new episode.

An episode of our Premium show, More to Say, on the Trump immunity decision.

Sarah and Beth discuss the Michigan case and a variety of political debacles from the week.

Sarah and Beth discuss Latin American strongmen, reformers, and elections. Plus, this year's Grammy awards and performances.

Sarah and Beth identify the various problems at the southern border and what is keeping us from solutions.

Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's defamation case, international crises and conflict, and pop culture.

Sarah and Beth discuss the NH primary results and what comes next.

Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's 2024 calendar and the DOJ Critical Incident Report from Uvalde.

We look at new state laws taking effect in 2024.

57,000 Iowa Republicans voted for Donald Trump in the Iowa Caucus. Sarah and Beth discuss whether or not we should... more

We reflect on the role Iowans have to play in the Republican caucus on Monday.

Sarah and Beth process reporting on the SCOTUS's overturning of Roe v. Wade and the impact on pregnancy care in... more

Sarah and Beth catch up on the news from the holiday break.

We share one of our community's favorite episodes from 2023.

We share one of our community's favorite episodes from 2023.

We share one of our community's favorite episodes from 2023.

We share one of our community's favorite episodes from 2023.

We are sharing a bonus conversation with Gregory Khalil about the war in Israel and Gaza.

In our final new episode of 2023, we look at positive trends across the US and wider world.

Sarah and Beth share their conversation with the former Secretary of State.

We discuss Congress, college presidents, and conflicts around the world.

We share a conversation about the new Romney biography.

Sarah and Beth discuss the DeSantis/Newsom Debate and the 2024 Republican Primary.

Sarah and Beth share the books, articles, and news sources that challenged and shaped their views in 2023.

We discuss the shakeup at Open AI and the ceasefire in Gaza.

We explore why taking a flight is such a slog and how to change that.

We share real strategies for enjoying your people this holiday season.

We discuss the fighting in Congress and return to our conversations on the economy and the war in Gaza

Sarah and Beth discuss last week's election results and what they can or can't tell us to expect in 2024.

We're sharing an episode of our Pantsuit Politics Premium show, More to Say, that Beth released earlier this week. To... more

We explore the ways many people find meaning in secular spaces and work.

Sarah and Beth discuss Biden's persistently poor poll numbers in the face of positive economic trends.

Sarah and Beth discuss the invasion of Gaza and upcoming American elections.

Sarah and Beth share their conversation about moral panic in music and culture this Halloween.

We discuss the discourse around Israel and Palestine, the new House Speaker, and the Republican Party.

We discuss uncertain global situations, the Speaker debacle, and the economy.

We talk to Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg

Sarah and Beth discuss the conflict between Israel and Hamas, the race for Speaker of the House, and our aging... more

We cover updates in some of the biggest stories of the week.

Sarah and Beth discuss Hamas's terrorist attack in Israel and the aftermath for both Israeli and Palestinian people.

Enjoy a free episode of our Premium content.

Sarah and Beth discuss Kevin McCarthy's ouster and chat with The Puberty Podcast about walking kids through political engagement.

Sarah and Beth discuss the ongoing political turmoil in Israel with Yair Rosenberg.

Heather Cox Richardson joins Sarah and Beth to discuss the state of political parties in the US.

Enjoy a free episode of our Premium content.

Sarah and Beth cover the Sen. Menendez indictment, the Senate dress code, and the strike updates.

Sarah and Beth discuss the state of the technology industry and what's going on with all the alien discussion lately.

Sarah and Beth discuss Jewish Space Lasers: 200 Years of Conspiracy Theories with Mike Rothschild (no relation)

Sarah and Beth discuss the new impeachment inquiry in the House and the state of immigration.

Sarah and Beth discuss The Identity Trap with Yascha Mounk.

We get an update on the Hollywood strikes from writer Chelsea Devantez

Sarah and Beth discuss labor unions and solutions to labor shortages.

We discuss the recent shootings and a fresh approach to advocacy.

Sarah and Beth discuss staffing shortages in schools and the hottest summer on record.

We discuss the first GOP primary debate and Trump's interview with Tucker Carlson.

Sarah and Beth discuss the presidential primaries and the 2024 presidential race.

Sarah and Beth discuss the latest indictment of former president Trump

We look back at covid and share our most recent discussion with Jennifer Senior.

Sarah talks with Kaytlin Bailey about the decriminalization of sex work.

Sarah and Beth discuss the rural/urban divide and the case against travel.

We discuss the most recent indictment of former president Trump.

Sarah and Beth catch up on Congress, the Presidential Primaries, Barbenheimer, and the Hollywood Strikes.

We share a series of conversations about living with diabetes.

Kennedy Miller joins Beth to discuss the complexity Southern identity.

We continue to process the SCOTUS decision on affirmative action.

Beth and Chad discuss their experience putting solar panels on their home.

Beth discusses gentle parenting with coach Mary Van Geffen.

We consider moral injury in relate to the recent slate of Supreme Court decisions.

Beth chats with Rob Harvilla about presidential campaign songs.

Sarah and Beth discuss the wives of Vietnam war POWs and their advocacy to bring them home.

Sarah and Beth discuss overturning of affirmative action and race based admissions for college.

We reflect on the year since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade.

We reflect on the decade since the Snowden leaks and what it looks like in retrospect.

We return to our 2020 episode about the history of Juneteenth.

We explore the challenges facing men and boys and why they matter deeply.

We chat about friendship reckonings with Jennifer Senior.

Sarah and Nicholas discuss this week's headlines and reflect on their 20 years of marriage.

Sarah and guest host Leslie discuss California politics, 'woke' backlash, the debt deal, and television.

We talk about responsible travel and navigating limitations.

Sarah and Beth discuss the debt ceiling deal, the 2024 GOP Presidential Primary, and genealogy research.

We share a powerful conversation about what it was like to be a Black influencer in the wake of George... more

Anne Applebaum joins Sarah and Beth to discuss her June cover story for The Atlantic.

Sarah and Beth discuss issues in K-12 public education.

Sarah and Beth discuss the political implications of college admissions and costs.

We discuss legal news and the consider the state of the tech industry.

Sarah and Beth discuss the Coronation of King Charles III and aging leadership and institutions in the United States.

We talk to the Axios China reporter about China, Taiwan, and their delicate balance.

Sarah and Beth discuss The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling and the criticisms and responses to it.

We revisit the basics of the federal budget process.

We unpack the Dominion Voting v. Fox News settlement and other news.

We discuss recent gun violence and the impact of fentanyl on the opioid crisis.

An episode of our Premium show, More to Say, on the opioid epidemic

Sarah and Beth catch up on developing headlines and discuss opioid epidemic.

Sarah and Beth are joined by Jen Hatmaker to discuss the new podcast Make Me Care About in partnership with... more

We discuss the official ending of the Covid-19 emergency and DA Bragg's lawsuit.

Sarah and Beth catch up on a week of intense headlines.

We commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.

We discuss former President Trump's upcoming arraignment, and former Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Bridget McCormack joins us to discuss... more

We process the horror of another school shooting.

We're sharing news updates then free speech and parents' rights.

We discuss the next wave of artificial intelligence and how it may change the world.

Former Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch joins Sarah and Beth to discuss Ukraine's history and future and why it matters.

Sarah and Beth talk to Rep. Derek Kilmer about his work leading the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress.

Sarah and Beth discuss the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, anti-trans bills in state legislatures across the US, and whether... more

Sarah and Beth catch up on the news and share about their recent trip to Paris.

We talk to Chelsea Devantez about political comedy and its future.

We discuss shifting powers in Israel, Mexico, and in relation to China.

Sarah and Beth the political calculus of Kevin McCarthy releasing January 6th footage to Tucker Carlson and the political memoir.

Sarah talks with Dr. Ethier about the latest CDC survey results on teen mental health.

This weekend, President Biden took a secret trip to Kyiv. We will discuss this travel and then zoom in on... more

We discuss shifting demographics around the world and what that means politically.

Sarah and Beth discuss the unidentified aerial objects shot down over the weekend and the Super Bowl. They're joined by... more

Sarah and Beth reflect on the 2023 State of the Union address.

Sarah and Beth discuss the Chinese Surveillance Balloon. Next, Kenneth Vogel joins Sarah and Beth to talk about his reporting... more

We talk with Sarah Longwell about the looming presidential primary race.

Sarah and Beth discuss how technology is changing our lives and politics with Megan Garber from The Atlantic and sit... more

We discuss humanitarian emergencies around the world.

Sarah and Beth examine and reflect on positive paradigm shifts we see in the news.

Sarah and Beth break down the looming debt ceiling crisis and why it matters.

Gabrielle Blair joins Sarah and Beth to discuss the perimenopause and the politics of women's healthcare.

Sarah and Beth discuss the challenges and opportunities across this week's news stories.

Sarah and Beth discuss creating community across division with Casper ter Kuile and the deep divisions in the US House... more

We discuss the speakership race and talk to Yair Rosenberg about the latest wave of antisemitism.

Sarah and Beth process and catch up on recent headlines from Hamlin to Santos to McCarthy to Zelensky.

We share some of our Premium coverage of President Trump's document drama.

We revisit our coverage of the Dobbs decision.

We revisit our coverage of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

We return to our coverage of the January 6th hearings.

We reflect on 2022 and anticipate what's to come in 2023.

Sarah and Beth discuss Senator Sinema leaving the Democratic Party, the Twitter files, winter illness, and catch up on Western... more

Sarah and Beth share good news stories and address the complexities with which they sometimes come.

Sarah and Beth discuss the Senate's actions to avert a railroad strike, the DNC Primary calendar, and the impact of... more

Sarah and Beth look at the "loneliness epidemic" and what, if any, role policy should play.

Sarah and Beth look at instability in financial markets and countries across the globe.

We revisit our conversation with Dan Harris about meditation and managing news stress.

Sarah and Beth discuss the shooting in Colorado Springs, the new Special Master, COP 27, Naomi Biden's White House wedding,... more

We offer suggestions on how to handle political conversations over the holidays.

Today, Sarah and Beth share Sarah's experience with kanna in Colorado.

Sarah and Beth discuss the results of the 2022 midterm elections.

Sarah and Beth discuss election security with KY SoS Michael Adams and think through how to engage in conversation with... more

Sarah and Beth reflect on 7 years of podcasting.

Sarah and Beth discuss the impact of violent rhetoric and actual violence on the American political process.

Sarah and Beth reflect on the last five years of the #MeToo movement.

Today we are thinking about ourselves as citizens of an interconnected world, what the economic turmoil in the UK and... more

As we near midterms, we're dismayed and baffled by the quality of some of the candidates running up and down... more