Pantsuit Politics podcast

Pantsuit Politics

"Compelling and thoughtful listening" - the New York Times Hosted by Kentuckians Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, Pantsuit Politics is an independent podcast that takes a different approach to the news and culture. Pay attention without the anxiety. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

"Compelling and thoughtful listening" - the New York Times Hosted by Kentuckians Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, Pantsuit Politics is an independent podcast that takes a different approach to the news and culture. Pay attention without the anxiety. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

 

#967

Is Democracy on the Ballot?

Sarah and Beth discuss what might happen after the US presidential election and the results of elections around the world. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---What can we expect after election day? ---Global Election Results from 2024 ---Outside of Politics: Should you write your own obituary? SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: ---Our Premium Community is now exclusively on Substack! [Join Us!] (https://pantsuitpolitics.substack.com/) ---If you previously subscribed to [Good Morning and More to Say through Apple Podcast Subscriptions] (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/pantsuit-politics/id6442477374) , please check your feed for instructions on how to cancel that subscription and get started with us on Substack. Process your post-election stress with Sarah, Beth, and Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! [Join us in Boston vis live stream on November 7 -] (https://notsorryworks.com/hp-merch/pftu7r9bibl43wv0dlmm57iukvjbrr) for a fun night among friends. Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

15 hrs Ago

50 MINS

50:21

15 hrs Ago


#966

Kamala Harris Goes to Fox

Sarah and Beth discuss Harris's interview with Brett Baier and recent Trump events. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Brett Baier of Fox News Interviews Kamala Harris ---How Nine Years Campaigning Has Changed Donald Trump ---Outside of Politics: Was Email a Good Idea? SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Our Premium Community is now exclusively on Substack! [Join Us!] (https://pantsuitpolitics.substack.com/) Process your post-election stress with Sarah, Beth and Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! [Join us in Boston vis live stream on November 7 -] (https://notsorryworks.com/hp-merch/pftu7r9bibl43wv0dlmm57iukvjbrr) for a fun night among friends. Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

18 Oct 2024

52 MINS

52:45

18 Oct 2024


#965

The Stress of a Close Election

Sarah and Beth discuss the final stretch of the Harris and Trump campaigns. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Harris vs. Trump ---Outside of Politics: Our Pre-Election Exhale SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Our Premium Community is now exclusively on Substack! [Join Us!] (https://pantsuitpolitics.substack.com) Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

16 Oct 2024

57 MINS

57:14

16 Oct 2024


#964

A Teen, a YouTuber, and a Mom Talk Politics

On today’s show, we’re continuing our discussion and demonstration of how we talk politics with our kids. We are excited to share a conversation today between Brian Tyler Cohen, Sarah, and Sarah’s teenage son Griffin. A conversation between a teenage content consumer, the content creator, and the teen’s parent is a rare combination - one we think offers a lot of insight. We are thrilled to be hosting a joint live show this November 7th with one of our favorites, Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! [Join us in Boston - or via live stream - for a fun night among friends.] (https://notsorryworks.com/live-show-hpst-and-pantsuit-politics-boston-2024) Join us for a live virtual event with the Mormon Women for Ethical Government on Thursday, October 17 at 7pm MT / 9pm ET. All are welcome to join in real-time, but the recording will only be available to MWEG members. [Sign up through this link and join us] (https://c3.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/secure/cause_pdetails/MjIwODMz) ! Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

11 Oct 2024

55 MINS

55:06

11 Oct 2024


#963

More to Say: Where's the Republican Party Headed (with Anna Musky-Goldwyn)

Beth is joined by Anna Musky-Goldwyn of Political Playlist Happy Hour to discuss the young Republicans and the future of the party. Anna is a co-founder of Political Playlist which highlights members of Congress under 45-years-old, informing its audience about the next generation of leadership across the political spectrum. As a co-host of the Political Playlist Happy Hour podcast, Anna and her fellow Millennial co-hosts discuss news coming from these young politicians and have the kind of political conversation you'll actually wantto listen to. Join us [on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics) to get more content like this. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

09 Oct 2024

45 MINS

45:01

09 Oct 2024


#962

Talking to Kids About the Election

We get so many questions about how to talk to kids about politics. Today, we're sharing some of what we have learned over the years with our own children, including a demonstration conversation between Beth and her daughter Ellen. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Talking to Your Kids About Politics ---Beth and Ellen Discuss the Presidential Debate ---Outside of Politics: Screen Time We are thrilled to be hosting a joint live show this November 7th with one of our favorites, Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! [Join us in Boston - or via live stream - for a fun night among friends.] (https://notsorryworks.com/live-show-hpst-and-pantsuit-politics-boston-2024) Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

08 Oct 2024

47 MINS

47:57

08 Oct 2024


#961

Governor Wes Moore on Winning Over Skeptics

Sarah and Beth discuss the longshoreman strike and what it means for the economy and election and then share their interview with Maryland Governor Wes Moore. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Longshoremen’s Strike ---Our Conversation with Governor Wes Moore SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We are thrilled to announce a joint live show this November 7th with one of our favorites, Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! [Join us in Boston - or via live stream - for a fun night among friends.] (https://notsorryworks.com/live-show-hpst-and-pantsuit-politics-boston-2024) Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

04 Oct 2024

44 MINS

44:04

04 Oct 2024


#960

The Vice Presidential Debate

Senator JD Vance and Governor Tim Walz had a substantive debate on Tuesday night. Sarah and Beth are discussing their reactions and critiques together. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Vice Presidential Debate ---Outside of Politics: Containers and Boundaries in Modern Life SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We are thrilled to announce a joint live show this November 7th with one of our favorites, Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! [Join us in Boston - or via live stream - for a fun night among friends.] (https://notsorryworks.com/live-show-hpst-and-pantsuit-politics-boston-2024) Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

02 Oct 2024

1 HR 25 MINS

1:25:43

02 Oct 2024


#959

A Community Fight in Wisconsin, From To See Each Other

Sharing an episode of To See Each Other, a show that complicates the narrative about small town Americans in our most misunderstood, and often abandoned, communities. This season, host George Goehl travels to Lincoln County, Wisconsin to follow a small town battle for the last remaining public nursing home in the community.It’s a heart-pounding roller coaster of a fight - in a swing state that could determine the election.Over the course of the show, a universal truth emerges: That in every complicated set of politics, when we refuse to give up on each other, we can build a better future. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

01 Oct 2024

31 MINS

31:19

01 Oct 2024


#958

Ballot Measures from Abortion to Property Tax

There are more than 140 referendums, initiatives, and amendments on state ballots this November. Sarah and Beth are breaking them down and sharing their thoughts on the trends they see. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Abortion Referendums in Ten States ---Ballot Initiatives: Election Reform, Crime, Legalization of Marijuana, Immigration, Taxes, and Prison Labor ---Kentucky Amendment 2 ---Outside of Politics: Invitations Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

27 Sep 2024

57 MINS

57:03

27 Sep 2024


#957

Around the World and Down the Ballot

Sarah and Beth discuss the upcoming UN Summit, down-ballot races in the November election, and the rat race of parenting. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---UN Summit ---Down-ballot Races and Scandals ---Outside of Politics: School Pictures and Fundraisers Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. For information about [our 2025 Speaking Calendar and book talks reach out to us here] (https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/pantsuit-politics-speaking) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

24 Sep 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:02

24 Sep 2024


#956

Sharon McMahon on Unsung American Heroes

We’re joined by Sharon McMahon, podcaster and author, to discuss her new book, [The Small and the Mighty: Twelve Unsung Americans Who Changed the Course of History, from the Founding to the Civil Rights Movement] (https://sharonmcmahon.com/preorder) . [Why Are Groceries So Expensive Right Now?] (https://www.patreon.com/posts/why-are-so-right-112251366) (Pantsuit Politics Premium) Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

20 Sep 2024

44 MINS

44:00

20 Sep 2024


#955

Trump Assassination Attempt and Campaign Chaos

Sarah and Beth discuss a chaotic political weekend, including an apparent second attempt on former President Donald Trump's life, what is and isn't happening in Springfield, Ohio, and the cacophony surrounding the former President's relationship with Laura Loomer, a far-right activist and internet personality. Outside of politics, we'll discuss America's sleep obsession. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump ---Laura Loomer and Donald Trump ---Springfield, Ohio ---Outside of Politics: Sleepmaxxing Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

17 Sep 2024

52 MINS

52:25

17 Sep 2024


#954

Government Funding and the National Debt

Sarah and Beth discuss the looming government funding deadline, fiscal responsibility, and how we got here. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Government Funding and the SAVE Act ---The National Debt ---Outside of Politics: Paying Kids to Read Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

13 Sep 2024

34 MINS

34:56

13 Sep 2024


#953

The Harris-Trump Presidential Debate

The first - and maybe only - presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump happened last night. Sarah and Beth are together to share their takeaways. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---The Presidential Debate Between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump ---How to Make an Electoral Impact with Your Time and Money ---Taylor Swift Endorses Kamala Harris Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

11 Sep 2024

1 HR 12 MINS

1:12:48

11 Sep 2024


#952

Maternal Health is an Everybody Issue with Rep. Lauren Underwood

We talk to Rep. Lauren Underwood about supporting parents through legislation. Plus, Sarah and Beth discuss how the phrase "trust the science" is landing with them these days. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---“Trust the Science” ---Rep. Lauren Underwood on the Momnibus ---Outside of Politics: AKA Sorority Sisters Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

06 Sep 2024

58 MINS

58:16

06 Sep 2024


#951

Megan Garber on the New Era of Scamming

We talk to Megan Garber of The Atlantic about the new era of scamming, what it means for our society, and the status of reality television. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---The New Era of Scamming with Megan Garber ---Outside of Politics: Reality Television Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

04 Sep 2024

48 MINS

48:14

04 Sep 2024


#950

A Conversation with Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan

We were delighted to talk to Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan while at the DNC last week. Plus, we discuss the shifting attitudes about the labor movement in America. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Shifting American Views on Labor ---Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan of Minnesota Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

30 Aug 2024

35 MINS

35:48

30 Aug 2024


#949

Reflecting on the DNC, RFK Jr, and Cussing

Sarah and Beth have had some time to process their week at the DNC and changes in the presidential race, including RFK Jr dropping out and endorsing former president Donald Trump. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Reflections on the DNC ---Republican Presidential Politics: RFK Drops Out, Family and Personal Lives ---Outside of Politics: Swearing and Cussing Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

27 Aug 2024

1 HR 00 MINS

1:00:44

27 Aug 2024


#948

DNC Conversations on Female Leadership

Sarah and Beth have been at the DNC all week, having a great time and some amazing conversations with elected leaders. We're sharing some of those with you today. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Former Governor Jennifer Granholm ---Senator Debbie Stabenow ---Live from the DNC with Mayor London Breed and A’shanti Gholar Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

23 Aug 2024

54 MINS

54:31

23 Aug 2024


#947

Midwest Populism, Chicago Conventions, and Hubert Humphrey with James Traub

We’re at the DNC Convention in Chicago this week, so it felt like the perfect moment to look back at the last time the convention was in Chicago - a truly historic year. There was no better person to discuss that with than James Traub, author of the biography of Hubert Humphrey that Sarah loved. Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

21 Aug 2024

24 MINS

24:04

21 Aug 2024


#946

Tampon Tim, School Choice, and Pop Girl Summer

It's the start of the school year! We're delighted the kids are back in school and excited to be discussing several hot discussion topics in the education world, mainly, the idea of school choice. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Free School Lunches and Tampons in Bathrooms ---School Choice with Jon Valant ---Outside of Politics: Pop Girl Summer Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

20 Aug 2024

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:28

20 Aug 2024


#945

The Nuanced Life: The Power of Community

This is our final episode of the Summer Nuanced Life Reboot, and we're sharing a very poignant conversation with our longtime listener, Kelly Kaufman. Kelly reached out to us after her daughter died suddenly from an asthma attack last March. Her story of grieving with her community and how friends, strangers, and even Hasbro have wrapped her family in love was so potent that we asked her to join Sarah and Beth to talk about her experience in her own voice and words. *This episode contains a conversation about the loss of a child Learn more about our speaking events by [visiting our website] (https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/pantsuit-politics-speaking) or emailing us at hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com. Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? [Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website] (https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/the-nuanced-life) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

16 Aug 2024

40 MINS

40:49

16 Aug 2024


#944

Harris-Walz, Project 2025, and The Olympics

Sarah and Beth discuss the future of the conservative movement reflected in Project 2025, Tim Walz as VP pick, and the Paris Olympic Games. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---2024 Presidential Race ---Project 2025 ---Outside of Politics: The Paris Olympics Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

13 Aug 2024

1 HR 14 MINS

1:14:02

13 Aug 2024


#943

The Nuanced Life: Celebrating Our Grandmothers

There’s so much to celebrate about the older members of our communities, particularly within our own families. In this episode, Sarah talks to her grandmother about her life and Beth commemorates her beloved Grandmother Joy. *This episode contains conversation about pregnancy and miscarriage. Learn more about our speaking events by [visiting our website] (https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/pantsuit-politics-speaking) or emailing us at hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com. Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? [Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website] (https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/the-nuanced-life) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

09 Aug 2024

1 HR 07 MINS

1:07:53

09 Aug 2024


#942

Tensions Abroad, In the Markets, and Around the Veepstakes

Sarah and Beth talk about tension around the world with developments from Bangladesh to Israel, the Veepstakes, and their takeaways from summer travel. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Global Hotspots ---Vice President Harris’s Veepstakes ---J.D. Vance and his comments about “Cat Ladies” ---Outside of Politics: Sarah and Beth’s Summer Travel Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

06 Aug 2024

1 HR 18 MINS

1:18:25

06 Aug 2024


#941

The Nuanced Life: Hope and Heartbreak in Families

Sea changes in families often come with hope and heartbreak. In this episode, we share stories from listeners about moments in their life that brought that mix of feelings. We’d love to record a special message for the teachers in your life headed back to school. [Our Cameos are on sale] (https://www.cameo.com/pantsuitpolitics) all through August to celebrate our teachers! Visit [our website] (https://bit.ly/3NtuI0b) for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? [Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website] (https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/the-nuanced-life) . Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

02 Aug 2024

34 MINS

34:36

02 Aug 2024