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Pantsuit Politics
Pantsuit Politics
Sarah & Beth

"Compelling and thoughtful listening" - the New York TimesHosted by Kentuckians Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, Pantsuit Politics is an independent... more

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Episodes

Jay Inslee: The Longest Serving Governor in America

We were honored to talk with Governor Jay Inslee about the Reproductive Freedom Alliance and the other good work he’s... more

26 Mar 2024 · 28 minutes
Should We Ban TikTok?

Sarah and Beth debate the pros and cons of the TikTok bill as well as explore why conspiracy theories are... more

22 Mar 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
What Do We Do When We Don't Feel Safe?

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

19 Mar 2024 · 49 minutes
Lessons from the Covid War with Dr. Charity Dean

Four years out from the Covid-19 shutdown in the United States, Sarah and Beth talk to Dr. Charity Dean, one... more

15 Mar 2024 · 58 minutes
The State of the Union is Feisty

Sarah and Beth discuss Joe Biden's SOTU address, Senator Katie Britt's response, and spring cleaning.TOPICS DISCUSSEDJoe Biden’s State of the... more

12 Mar 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Super Tuesday: The General Election Has Begun

Sarah and Beth break down the results of the many Super Tuesday primary elections and what they mean for the... more

08 Mar 2024 · 51 minutes
Super Tuesday and the Super Stakes of 2024

Catch up on the weekend's headlines with Sarah and Beth.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Humanitarian Crisis in GazaDonald Trump and the Supreme CourtMitch... more

05 Mar 2024 · 56 minutes
Your Personality Shapes Your Politics: The Enneagram and the 2024 Election

Sarah and Beth talk with certified expert Erin Baute about how your Enneagram number and personality may impact how you... more

01 Mar 2024 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
The South Carolina Primary, TikTok Mental Health, and Skin Care for Kids

Sarah and Beth talk about the South Carolina primary results and Nikki Haley's path forward. Then, they take a deep... more

27 Feb 2024 · 47 minutes
The Star Witness Against Hunter Biden and the End of IVF in Alabama

Sarah and Beth talk about the major update concerning the star witness against Hunter Biden as well as break down... more

23 Feb 2024 · 54 minutes
Navalny’s Death, Trump’s Verdict, and Your Beds

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

21 Feb 2024 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Christian Nationalism Hurts Both America and the Church with Rob Reiner

We talk with producer Rob Reiner and director Dan Partland about their new documentary God & Country and explore the... more

16 Feb 2024 · 54 minutes
Joe Biden’s Memory, Mercy Ships, and the Super Bowl

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

13 Feb 2024 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
More to Say: DC Circuit - Trump Doesn't Have Absolute Immunity

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

09 Feb 2024 · 22 minutes
Congressional Debacles and Convicting a School Shooter’s Mom

Sarah and Beth discuss the Michigan case against the mother of a school shooter as well as a variety of... more

09 Feb 2024 · 49 minutes
What's Going On in Latin America and Grace at the Grammys

Sarah and Beth discuss Latin American strongmen, reformers, and elections. Plus, this year's Grammy awards and performances.TOPICS DISCUSSEDLatin America: Elections... more

06 Feb 2024 · 58 minutes
The Immigration Election: The Southern Border

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

02 Feb 2024 · 52 minutes
E. Jean Carroll, Gaza, Ukraine, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce

Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's defamation case, international crises and conflict, and the pop culture phenomenon of Taylor Swift and... more

30 Jan 2024 · 57 minutes
Do the New Hampshire Results Mean the Primary is Over?

A lot of reporting is stating that the Republican primary for president is over and Trump has it sown up.... more

26 Jan 2024 · 49 minutes
Donald Trump's 2024 Legal Calendar

Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's 2024 calendar and the DOJ Critical Incident Report from Uvalde.TOPICS DISCUSSEDDeSantis Drops Out of the... more

23 Jan 2024 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
New Laws in 2024 That Impact Your Wallet, Your Driving, and are Just Bizarre

State legislatures are often the laboratory for American democracy in the sense that they birth lots of legislative experiments. Today,... more

19 Jan 2024 · 50 minutes
How Scared Should We Be That Trump Won the Iowa Caucus?

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

17 Jan 2024 · 50 minutes
Can Iowa Shake Up the Presidential Primary?

The Iowa Caucus is on Monday, so we're devoting the episode today to discussing if it will actually make a... more

12 Jan 2024 · 49 minutes
The Tragedy of Abortion Bans Plus America's Football Obsession

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

09 Jan 2024 · 54 minutes
Trump on the Ballot, Conflict Abroad, and the Need for Congressional Leadership

Inevitably, when we're off for a break, news abounds. Today, Sarah and Beth are catching up on the news from... more

05 Jan 2024 · 54 minutes
Best of 2023: Infrastructure is Personal with Sec. Pete Buttigieg

As we reflect on our best episode of 2023, we would be remiss not to include this wonderful conversation with... more

02 Jan 2024 · 26 minutes
Best of 2023: What We Got Wrong About Covid

We invited our community to vote on their favorite episodes of the year. This episode originally aired in August and... more

29 Dec 2023 · 1 hour, 18 minutes
Best of 2023: Why the Modern Male is Struggling with Richard V. Reeves

We invited our community to vote on their favorite episodes of the year. This episode, featuring author Richard V. Reeves,... more

26 Dec 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Best of 2023: Why Ukraine Still Matters with Marie Yovanovich

We invited our community to vote on their favorite episodes of the year. This episode, featuring Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch, was... more

22 Dec 2023 · 56 minutes
Working for Peace on Earth with Gregory Khalil

The war in Israel and Gaza has been one of the hardest news stories we’ve ever covered here on the... more

21 Dec 2023 · 49 minutes
Choosing Hope to Close 2023

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

19 Dec 2023 · 57 minutes
Hillary Clinton on Diplomacy, Democracy, and the Year of the Girl

We are delighted to share this conversation with former Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton. She graciously spoke with us about... more

15 Dec 2023 · 48 minutes
What We Can't Ignore from 2023

We discuss Congress, college presidents, and conflicts around the world.TOPICS DISCUSSEDUniversity Presidents go to Washington Turmoil in CongressState LegislatureStories from 2023... more

12 Dec 2023 · 58 minutes
Mitt Romney's Soul Searching with McKay Coppins

We share Beth's conversation with McKay Coppins, author of the new Mitt Romney biography.TOPICS DISCUSSEDMcKay Coppins on Romney’s Political Soul-SearchingJane... more

08 Dec 2023 · 53 minutes
How to Think (and What to Do) About Another Trump Term

Sarah and Beth discuss the DeSantis/Newsom Debate and the 2024 Republican Primary.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Red State/Blue State Debate with Ron DeSantis... more

05 Dec 2023 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
How Reading Humbled Us in 2023

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

01 Dec 2023 · 58 minutes
A Fragile Ceasefire

We discuss the shakeup - or lack thereof - at OpenAI and the tenuous ceasefire in Gaza.TOPICS DISCUSSEDOpenAI Corporate DramaMisinformation... more

28 Nov 2023 · 47 minutes
Why Flying is Miserable with Ganesh Sitaraman

It’s one of the biggest travel weeks of the year in the United States, so we’re sharing a conversation with... more

24 Nov 2023 · 30 minutes
A Guide to Enjoying Your People

We know the holidays can be a tough time, particularly when you are entering into gatherings with people who stress... more

21 Nov 2023 · 49 minutes
Congress, Inflation, and the Ongoing War in Gaza

Sarah and Beth discuss the near physical violence in Congress this week. They also return to their conversations about the... more

17 Nov 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Elections, Exits, and an Embittered Primary

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

14 Nov 2023 · 40 minutes
More to Say: On Offense for VP Harris

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

11 Nov 2023 · 13 minutes
Making Meaning without Religion

Sarah and Beth talk to Jessica Grose about her work reporting on religiosity (and the lack thereof) in America. Jessica... more

10 Nov 2023 · 54 minutes
Biden’s Dilemma: The Economic News is Great. The Polling is Terrible.

Sarah and Beth discuss Biden's persistently poor poll numbers in the face of positive economic trends.TOPICS DISCUSSEDPositive Economic Numbers and... more

07 Nov 2023 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Spheres of Influence: Israel, Gaza, and State Elections

Sarah and Beth discuss the invasion of Gaza and upcoming American elections.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Ground Invasion in Gaza Upcoming Local and State... more

03 Nov 2023 · 56 minutes
The New Satanic Panic

Happy Halloween. Sarah and Beth share their conversation about moral panic in music and culture this Halloween.TOPICS DISCUSSEDMatthew Perry’s Tragic... more

31 Oct 2023 · 49 minutes
A Complicated War and an Amateur Speaker

We discuss the discourse around Israel and Palestine in the United States, Rep. Mike Johnson becoming Speaker of the House... more

27 Oct 2023 · 56 minutes
When the World is Scary and the Economy is Confusing

We discuss uncertain global situations, the Speaker debacle, and what exactly is going on with bonds, inflation, debt, deficit, and... more

24 Oct 2023 · 54 minutes
Infrastructure is Personal with Secretary Pete Buttigieg

We’re delighted to be sharing out conversation with a special guest today, Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg. He chatted with... more

20 Oct 2023 · 26 minutes
America's Aging Population

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

17 Oct 2023 · 57 minutes
The Latest: Israel, the Speaker's Race, and the Primary

Sarah and Beth discuss updates in some of the biggest stories of the week: the violence in Israel, the race... more

13 Oct 2023 · 46 minutes
The October 7th Terrorist Attack in Israel

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

11 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Good Morning: October 10, 2023 - Terror in Israel

In the wake of the horror in Israel, we're sharing an episode of our Pantsuit Politics Premium show, Good Morning.... more

10 Oct 2023 · 4 minutes
Chaos in the House

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

06 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 18 minutes
The Turmoil in Israeli Democracy with Yair Rosenberg

Sarah and Beth discuss the ongoing political turmoil in Israel with Yair Rosenberg.TOPICS DISCUSSEDWeekend News ReviewIsrael’s Political Crisis with Yair... more

03 Oct 2023 · 53 minutes
A Wider Lens on 2024 with Heather Cox Richardson

Sarah and Beth talk with Heather Cox Richardson about the state of political parties in the United States and her... more

29 Sep 2023 · 47 minutes
More to Say: Love and Marriage and Disabilities and Money

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

28 Sep 2023 · 11 minutes
Gold Bars, Hoodies, and School Car Lines

Sarah and Beth cover the Sen. Menendez indictment, the Senate dress code, and the strike updates. Then, they chat about... more

26 Sep 2023 · 53 minutes
Elon Musk, UFOs, and the Mysteries of the Universe

Sarah and Beth discuss the state of the technology industry, the complexity of Elon Musk's role in our society, and... more

22 Sep 2023 · 46 minutes
Conspiracy Theories and Antisemitism with Mike Rothschild

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

19 Sep 2023 · 44 minutes
Impeachment Inquiry and Immigration

Sarah and Beth discuss the new impeachment inquiry that Republicans are rolling out in the House. They also talk about... more

15 Sep 2023 · 51 minutes
When Progressive Principles Undermine Democratic Goals with Yascha Mounk

Sarah and Beth discuss the forthcoming book, The Identity Trap, with Yascha Mounk, Ph.D.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Identity Trap with Yascha MounkOutside... more

12 Sep 2023 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Hollywood on Strike with Chelsea Devantez

Sarah and Beth catch up with Chelsea Devantez about the state of the Hollywood strikes and what we might expect... more

08 Sep 2023 · 55 minutes
The Labor Movement's Momentum

Sarah and Beth discuss labor unions and solutions to labor shortages.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe State of the Labor MovementSolving Labor Shortages with... more

04 Sep 2023 · 41 minutes
Show Your Safety: A New Approach to Gun Violence

Sarah and Beth discuss more recent shootings and then talk to Piper Perabo and Kris Brown about how they are... more

01 Sep 2023 · 47 minutes
The Era of Global Boiling

Sarah and Beth discuss staffing shortages in schools and the hottest summer on record.TOPICS DISCUSSEDStaffing in Public SchoolsThe Era of... more

29 Aug 2023 · 53 minutes
The First GOP Presidential Primary Debate

Sarah and Beth discuss the first Republican presidential primary debate in Milwaukee, former President Donald Trump's counter-programmed interview with Tucker... more

25 Aug 2023 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
Trump, Debates, and the Inevitability of 2024

Sarah and Beth discuss the Republican and Democratic presidential primaries and the 2024 presidential race.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe State of the 2024... more

22 Aug 2023 · 50 minutes
The Georgia Indictment

Today, our whole episode is dedicated to discussing the Georgia indictment of former president, Donald Trump and his 18 alleged... more

18 Aug 2023 · 40 minutes
What We Got Wrong About Covid

We look back at covid and share our conversation with Jennifer Senior about long covid and her September cover story... more

15 Aug 2023 · 1 hour, 17 minutes
Let's Talk About Sex Work

Sarah talks with Kaytlin Bailey about the decriminalization of sex work.To support Pantsuit Politics, access our Premium Content, and get... more

11 Aug 2023 · 43 minutes
"Try That in a Small Town" and the Case Against Travel

Sarah and Beth discuss the rural/urban divide and the case against travel.TOPICS DISCUSSED“Try This in a Small Town” and the... more

08 Aug 2023 · 52 minutes
Trump Indicted for Election Fraud

Sarah and Beth discuss the third and most recent indictment of former president Donald Trump, this time for his attempt... more

04 Aug 2023 · 50 minutes
Congress, the Gerontocracy, and Barbenheimer

Sarah and Beth are back together catching up on Congress's summer term, the Presidential Primaries, Barbenheimer, and the Hollywood Strikes.TOPICS... more

01 Aug 2023 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
What Diabetes Can Teach Us

Sarah shares conversations with Neil Greathouse, Stacey Simms, and her son Felix about living with diabetes and what we can... more

28 Jul 2023 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Reckoning with our Roots with Kennedy Miller

Beth shares a conversation with guest host Kennedy Miller on being raised in and reckoning with Southern identity. TOPICS DISCUSSEDWaiting... more

25 Jul 2023 · 45 minutes
After Affirmative Action with Bethaney Wilkinson

Beth continues to process the Supreme Court decision on affirmative action alongside Bethaney Wilkinson.TOPICS DISCUSSEDJanuary 6th Criminal Cases and IndictmentsAfter... more

21 Jul 2023 · 40 minutes
Our Experience with Solar Panels

Beth is joined by her husband Chad to discuss the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes as well as their experience putting... more

18 Jul 2023 · 51 minutes
No Magic Words with Mary Van Geffen

Beth shares a conversation with parenting coach Mary Van Geffen about the gentle parenting style and how parenting advice is... more

14 Jul 2023 · 52 minutes
Wins, Losses, and Hurt After the SCOTUS Term

Beth reflects on the Supreme Court's recent slate of decisions before bringing in two experts to discuss moral injury and... more

11 Jul 2023 · 52 minutes
How Many Songs Do We Need to Explain Politics? with Rob Harvilla

Beth's friend Brian joins her as co-host to discuss the intense heat around the country and how he and his... more

07 Jul 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
The Women Who Left No Man Behind

Sarah and Beth interview Taylor Kiland about her book Unwavering and the wives of Vietnam POWs and their advocacy to... more

04 Jul 2023 · 29 minutes
The Trump Indictment, the 2024 Presidential Primary, and Affirmative Action

Sarah and Beth discuss the Trump Indictment, the 2024 Presidential Primary (on both sides of the aisle), The Supreme Court... more

30 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
A Russian Coup Attempt, OceanGate, and Abortion in Post-Roe America

We process the attempted coup in Russia by the Wagner group and its abrupt end, the coverage of the OceanGate... more

27 Jun 2023 · 52 minutes
Government Leaks: Ten Years Since Edward Snowden

It's been a decade since Edward Snowden leaked government documents. Today, we're reviewing the history of what led him to... more

23 Jun 2023 · 39 minutes
5 Things You Need to Know About Juneteenth

Juneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Today, it celebrates African American... more

19 Jun 2023 · 19 minutes
Why the Modern Male is Struggling with Richard V. Reeves

We are delighted to share this conversation between author and researcher Richard Reeves and Sarah. Reeves published his book, Of... more

16 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Friendship and Heartbreak with Jennifer Senior

We are returning to our June 2022 conversation with reporter Jennifer Senior about friendship, heartbreak, and her ongoing reporting projects.... more

13 Jun 2023 · 42 minutes
20 Years of Marriage with Sarah and Nicholas Holland

Sarah and Nicholas discuss this week's headlines and reflect on their 20 years of marriage.TOPICS DISCUSSEDLIV / PGA Golf MergerMike... more

09 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
The California Effect with Leslie Foss

Sarah and guest host Leslie discuss California politics, the backlash to corporate inclusion policies, the debt deal, and, outside politics,... more

06 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Climate Smart Travel with Rick Steves & Craig Davidson

We're joined by Rick Steves and the COO of Rick Steves Europe, Craig Davidson, to talk about their Climate Smart... more

02 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
The Debt Ceiling Deal and the 2024 GOP Primary

Sarah and Beth share an update on the state of the debt ceiling deal and what the agreement says about... more

31 May 2023 · 52 minutes
The Aftermath of the Instagram Allies with Monique Melton

We share a powerful conversation with educator, author, speaker, and content creator, Monique Melton about what it was like to... more

26 May 2023 · 49 minutes
The Ukrainian Counteroffensive with Anne Applebaum

Anne Applebaum joins Sarah and Beth to discuss her June cover story for The Atlantic, the state of Ukraine's counteroffensive,... more

23 May 2023 · 43 minutes
The State of the Schools: Public Education

Sarah and Beth share the second part of a larger conversation about the state of the schools. Today's episode covers... more

19 May 2023 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
The State of the Schools: Higher Education

Sarah and Beth share the first part of a larger conversation about the state of the schools. Today's episode covers... more

16 May 2023 · 53 minutes
E. Jean Carroll, George Santos, and the Stumbling of Tech Giants

Sarah and Beth discuss the legal news of the week - including E. Jean Carroll's successful civil suit against Donald... more

12 May 2023 · 48 minutes
The Gerontocracy at Home and Abroad

Sarah and Beth discuss the Coronation of King Charles and aging leadership and institutions in the United States.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe End... more

09 May 2023 · 49 minutes
China and the Importance of Taiwan with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian

We talk to Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, the Axios China reporter, about China, Taiwan, and their delicate balance.TOPICS DISCUSSEDBethany Allen-Ebrahimian on China... more

05 May 2023 · 52 minutes
It's Time to Talk about J.K. Rowling

Sarah and Beth discuss The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling and the criticisms and responses to it.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Federal Budget... more

02 May 2023 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
5 Things You Need to Know About the Federal Budget Process

In anticipation of discussing current budget proposals next week, we’re returning to our October 2019 episode on the federal budget... more

28 Apr 2023 · 21 minutes
Fox News, the Free Press, and Farewell to Tucker Carlson

We unpack the Dominion Voting v. Fox News settlement and other news, including the next stage of the legal battle... more

25 Apr 2023 · 53 minutes
Opioids in America: Part 2

We discuss recent gun violence and the impact of fentanyl on the opioid crisis.TOPICS DISCUSSEDGun Violence Opioid Crisis and Fentynal Outside of... more

21 Apr 2023 · 47 minutes
More to Say: Everything is Connected to the Opioid Epidemic

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

20 Apr 2023 · 16 minutes
Opioids in America: Part 1

Sarah and Beth catch up on developing headlines and begin a conversation on the opioid epidemic that they'll continue on... more

18 Apr 2023 · 44 minutes
Make Me Care About with Jen Hatmaker

Welcome to this special episode of Pantsuit Politics created in partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Acast... more

17 Apr 2023 · 24 minutes
Bragg Fights Back and Biden Ends the COVID Emergency

Sarah and Beth discuss the case NY DA Alvin Bragg is bringing against Rep. Jim Jordan and the Congressional Judiciary... more

14 Apr 2023 · 35 minutes
Gun Violence, Racism in the Tennessee Legislature, and Corruption in the SCOTUS

Sarah and Beth catch up on a week of intense headlines.TOPICS DISCUSSEDKentucky Bank ShootingTennessee State LegislatureMifepristone Federal Court BattleClarence Thomas... more

11 Apr 2023 · 45 minutes
Making Peace: The Good Friday Agreement

We're joined by Ambassador Swanee Hunt and Monica McWilliams to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.To support... more

07 Apr 2023 · 29 minutes
The Law is Ours with Chief Justice Bridget Mary McCormack

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

04 Apr 2023 · 37 minutes
Nashville: Heartbreak, Exhaustion, and Responsibility

Sarah and Beth do their best to process the horror of another school shooting, this time in Nashville, TN. They... more

31 Mar 2023 · 38 minutes
Trump in Waco, Judge Duncan's Speech, and Republicans’ Parents' Bill of Rights

Today, we're sharing updates to stories we've been talking about Silicon Valley Bank and protests in Israel. Then Sarah and... more

28 Mar 2023 · 54 minutes
What AI Says About Us

We discuss the next wave of artificial intelligence and how it may change the world. We also talk about the potential... more

24 Mar 2023 · 49 minutes
Why Ukraine Still Matters with Marie Yovanovitch

It has been just over one year since Russia invaded Ukraine. Former Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch joins Sarah and Beth to... more

21 Mar 2023 · 54 minutes
Modernizing Congress with Rep. Derek Kilmer

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

17 Mar 2023 · 48 minutes
Silicon Valley Bank, State Legislatures, and the Oscars

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

14 Mar 2023 · 47 minutes
French Strikes, the Federal Reserve, and Fox News

Sarah and Beth catch up on the news and share about their recent trip to Paris.TOPICS DISCUSSEDAudio from ParisFrench Strike... more

10 Mar 2023 · 36 minutes
Political Comedy with Chelsea Devantez

We talk to Chelsea Devantez about the state of political comedy and its future.Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey... more

07 Mar 2023 · 56 minutes
Democratic Protests in Israel and Mexico

Sarah and Beth discuss the creeping fragility of democracy in Israel and Mexico as well as how the global community... more

03 Mar 2023 · 34 minutes
Jan. 6 Security Footage and Political Memoirs

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

28 Feb 2023 · 38 minutes
CDC Survey on Teen Mental Health with Dr. Kathleen Ethier

Sarah talks with Dr. Ethier about the latest CDC survey results on teen mental health. Then, she and her husband... more

24 Feb 2023 · 50 minutes
The Complicated Position of VP Kamala Harris

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

22 Feb 2023 · 38 minutes
Nikki Haley and Shifting Demographics

We discuss shifting demographics around the world and what that means politically. We also talk about how we're feeling about... more

17 Feb 2023 · 42 minutes
Sky High: Aerial Objects, Healthcare Costs, and Rihanna

Sarah and Beth are joined by Callum Williams for a conversation about the increasing cost of healthcare around the world.... more

14 Feb 2023 · 57 minutes
The State of the Union is Optimistic

Sarah and Beth reflect on Joe Biden's 2023 State of the Union address - what worked and what didn't for... more

10 Feb 2023 · 46 minutes
Sports Betting with Ken Vogel (and The Balloon)

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

07 Feb 2023 · 51 minutes
Primary Season Approaches with Sarah Longwell

We talk to Sarah Longwell of The Bulwark about the looming presidential primaries and what the state of things is... more

03 Feb 2023 · 47 minutes
We're Already Living in the Metaverse with Megan Garber

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

31 Jan 2023 · 56 minutes
Layoffs, Trump's Facebook, and Global Humanitarian Hotspots

We discuss humanitarian emergencies around the world as well as other news stories from the week.TOPICS DISCUSSEDClassified DocumentsPresident Trump Returns... more

27 Jan 2023 · 44 minutes
Positive Paradigm Shifts

Sarah and Beth examine and reflect on positive paradigm shifts we see in the news.TOPICS DISCUSSEDDeclining Alcohol UsageThe Growth of... more

24 Jan 2023 · 49 minutes
Let's Get Real About the Debt Ceiling

Sarah and Beth address some breaking news stories before diving into the looming debt ceiling crisis and why it matters.TOPICS... more

20 Jan 2023 · 38 minutes
The Politics of Perimenopause with Gabrielle Blair

Gabrielle Blair joins Sarah and Beth to discuss the perimenopause and the politics of women's healthcare.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Politics of Perimenopause... more

18 Jan 2023 · 30 minutes
Classified Documents, the FAA, Immigration, and The White Lotus

Sarah and Beth discuss the challenges and opportunities we face around information management, technical debt, and immigration. Plus, they share... more

13 Jan 2023 · 43 minutes
The Power of Ritual with Casper ter Kuile

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

10 Jan 2023 · 56 minutes
Chaos in the House and Combatting Antisemitism with Yair Rosenberg

Sarah and Beth discuss the seemingly endless deadlocked votes to elect a Speaker of the House of Representatives. Then, they... more

06 Jan 2023 · 55 minutes
New Year News Roundup

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

04 Jan 2023 · 41 minutes
2022 in Review: The FBI Searches Mar-a-Lago

We're looking back on the biggest news stories of 2022. In this episode, we are sharing some of the Premium... more

30 Dec 2022 · 55 minutes
2022 in Review: Roe v. Wade Overturned

We're looking back on the biggest news stories of 2022. In this episode, we revisit some of our coverage of... more

27 Dec 2022 · 50 minutes
2022 in Review: War in Ukraine

We're looking back on the biggest news stories of 2022. In this episode, we revisit some of our coverage of... more

23 Dec 2022 · 33 minutes
2022 in Review: January 6th Hearings

We're looking back on the biggest news stories of 2022. In this episode, we revisit some of our coverage of... more

20 Dec 2022 · 47 minutes
All Good Things Cast Shadows

As 2022 comes to a close, we are looking back our our predictions for the year, reflecting on the events... more

16 Dec 2022 · 49 minutes
Drama Dream Team: Sinema, Elon, and the Tripledemic

Sarah and Beth discuss Senator Sinema leaving the Democratic Party, the Twitter files, the current wave of winter illness, and... more

13 Dec 2022 · 46 minutes
Good News Is Never Pure

Sarah and Beth share good news stories from both home and abroad. They also address the complexities with which such... more

09 Dec 2022 · 55 minutes
No Easy Problems

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

06 Dec 2022 · 44 minutes
Can Policy Curb (or Cure) Loneliness?

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

02 Dec 2022 · 52 minutes
Instability Around the Globe

Sarah and Beth look at instability in financial markets and countries across the globe.TOPICS DISCUSSEDFinancial MarketsHaiti, Iran, and ChinaOutside Politics:... more

29 Nov 2022 · 51 minutes
How Mindfulness Can Change Your Brain and Your News-Related Stress with Dan Harris

We’re revisiting our conversation with Dan Harris, who you may know from his previous role on weekend Good Morning America... more

25 Nov 2022 · 46 minutes
A News Roundup and the Politics of Fast Fashion

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

22 Nov 2022 · 48 minutes
Processing the Midterms and Prepping for Holiday Conversations

Sarah and Beth offer suggestions about how to handle the dreaded political conversations over the holidays. Plus, they discuss Congressional... more

18 Nov 2022 · 52 minutes
Sarah Experiments with Psychedelics

Today, Sarah and Beth share Sarah's experience with kanna in Colorado.TOPICS DISCUSSEDWaiting on Final Election Results while Twitter Falls ApartSarah... more

15 Nov 2022 · 49 minutes
The Other Side of Election Day

Sarah and Beth discuss the results of the 2022 midterm elections.TOPICS DISCUSSEDReflecting on 2022 Midterm Election ResultsOutside of Politics: Diabetes... more

11 Nov 2022 · 43 minutes
Your Vote Will Count with Secretary of State Michael Adams

Sarah and Beth discuss election security with Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams and think through how to engage in... more

08 Nov 2022 · 49 minutes
State of the Podcast(s) with Ashley Carman

Sarah and Beth reflect on 7 years of podcasting and what they've learned from their time together. Then, they talk... more

04 Nov 2022 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Paul Pelosi, Political Violence, and the Midterm Elections

Sarah and Beth discuss the impact of violent rhetoric and actual violence on the American political process. TOPICS DISCUSSED1 Week... more

01 Nov 2022 · 45 minutes
5 Years Since #MeToo Went Viral

Sarah and Beth reflect on the last five years of the #MeToo movement.TOPICS DISCUSSEDReflecting on Five Years of #MeTooOutside of... more

28 Oct 2022 · 47 minutes
Preparing to Vote in an Interconnected World

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

25 Oct 2022 · 43 minutes
Let's Get Real On Candidate Quality

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

21 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Beth's Ballot Club

We talk about our frustration with the midterm election season and Beth's solution: a ballot club to bring neighbors together... more

18 Oct 2022 · 40 minutes
Janaury 6th Hearings: President Trump Subpoenaed

We respond to the historic subpoena of former President Trump and the continued work of the January 6th committee.TOPICS DISCUSSED:A... more

14 Oct 2022 · 36 minutes
Midterms and the Long Shadow of Donald Trump

Sarah and Beth talk through the 2022 midterms and the ongoing influence of Donald Trump on American electoral politics.Preparing for... more

12 Oct 2022 · 49 minutes
Pantsuit Politics
State of the Podcast(s) with Ashley Carman
Pantsuit Politics
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Sarah and Beth reflect on 7 years of podcasting and what they've learned from their time together. Then, they talk with podcasting... more