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Sarah & Beth

"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.

#914

FAFSA and the Brokenness of College Admissions

We discuss the tentative ceasefire agreement in Gaza. Then, we share a conversation with an independent college admissions counselor about what's going on with the FAFSA application this year and how that rolling disaster is impacting students and families across the country. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---A Tentative Ceasefire in Gaza ---FAFSA Complications with Sara Bittner ---Outside of Politics: Summer Aspirations Our newsletter has moved! [Follow Us On Substack] (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

Yesterday

41 MINS

41:34

Yesterday

#913

Mike Johnson, Indirect Rule, and Steel Magnolias

We discuss the possible ouster of Speaker Johnson and how indirect rule shapes foreign policy. Plus, the 35th anniversary of Steel Magnolias. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Mike Johnson and Polarization in Congress ---A Potential Ceasefire in Gaza ---Indirect Rule with David Lake ---Outside of Politics: Steel Magnolias Our newsletter is moving! [Follow Us On Substack] (https://pantsuitpolitics.substack.com/) . If you subscribe to our Premium Content via Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, be sure to [enter your email address here] (http://eepurl.com/hKw7wj) to get your member updates from Sarah and Beth. 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

03 May 2024

1 HR 00 MINS

1:00:06

03 May 2024

#912

Campus Protests and The Trump Trial

Sarah and Beth discuss what's going on with the campus protests and with the former president and current Republican frontrunner. Outside of politics, we talk about our weekends. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Campus Protests ---Donald Trump’s Trial and Legal Morass ---Outside of Politics: Busy Weekends Our Newsletter is Moving! [Follow Us On Substack] (https://pantsuitpolitics.substack.com/) . If you subscribe to our Premium Content via Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, be sure to [enter your email address here] (http://eepurl.com/hKw7wj) to get your member updates from Sarah and Beth. 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 Apr 2024

56 MINS

56:30

30 Apr 2024

#911

Tech in Schools with Jessica Grose

TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Tech in Schools with Jessica Grose ---Outside of Politics: Cup Management To support the show and join our slow read of [Democracy in America] (https://bookshop.org/a/10844/9780451531605) , please subscribe to our Premium content on [our Patreon page] (https://patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics) or [Apple Podcasts Subscriptions] (https://apple.co/3fePa9w) 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

26 Apr 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:11

26 Apr 2024

#910

Mike Johnson, Barbara Walters, and Taylor Swift Walk Into A Bar

TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Complimenting Both Sides: Mike Johnson Got It Done ---Susan Page on Barbara Walters ---Outside of Politics: The Tortured Poets Department To support the show and join our slow read of [Democracy in America] (https://bookshop.org/a/10844/9780451531605) , please subscribe to our Premium content on [our Patreon page] (https://patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics) or [Apple Podcasts Subscriptions] (https://apple.co/3fePa9w) 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 Apr 2024

1 HR 24 MINS

1:24:57

23 Apr 2024

#909

The WNBA’s Pay Inequity and Arizona’s Abortion Ban

TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Women’s Basketball and the WNBA ---Arizona’s Abortion Law ---The Consequences of Extreme Abortion Law with Dr. Daniel Grossman ---Outside of Politics: The Gift of Interest To support the show and join our slow read of [Democracy in America] (https://bookshop.org/a/10844/9780451531605) , please subscribe to our Premium content on [our Patreon page] (https://patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics) or [Apple Podcasts Subscriptions] (https://apple.co/3fePa9w) 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

19 Apr 2024

43 MINS

43:20

19 Apr 2024

#908

Bonus: Democracy in America Read-Along Part 1

This year, we're doing a slow read-along of Alexis de Tocqueville's 19th-century classic, Democracy in America. This content is available exclusively to our Premium members, but we're sharing the first discussion with everyone today in advance of our second discussion next week. If you enjoy this episode, you can join us and get access to all past and future book club content - plus our plethora of regular Premium content - at patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics. RESOURCES: --- [Democracy in America Read Along Schedule] (https://www.patreon.com/collection/353797?view=expanded) --- [American Nations: A History of the Eleven Rival Regional Cultures of North America by Colin Woodard] (https://www.amazon.com/American-Nations-History-Regional-Cultures-ebook/dp/B0052RDIZA/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Dku7_UxGFqjJAdYyRt62hQE80-pttDuhm5Pf2FvPpNIjLSmNC0vxSfpK1OKBfzFJ2oMm3xlQHcKLMQ73DGLi_mX-ZWl5HjtZ6Ck597Y8Yta5_usFhMwkU2PQMt4lY2VZHhPzIioq4PMJ1_mJ76-ODf7diN9-BUg93Be4o414D61cDI5L6iJuDJgUov8pnFqz.GoyRvz-zsZIS2xqV3lfEOwCx61Kdadk0gxnUpwSPvzo&dib_tag=se&hvadid=580635144165&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=1021118&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10361595262544810938&hvtargid=kwd-315878402080&hydadcr=22592_13493326&keywords=colin+woodward+american+nations&qid=1708629805&sr=8-1) (Amazon) --- [We're recommending this abridged version] (https://bookshop.org/p/books/democracy-in-america-alexis-de-tocqueville/15542338?ean=9780451531605) 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 Apr 2024

37 MINS

37:53

17 Apr 2024

#907

Trump’s Trial, OJ’s Legacy, Iran’s Attack, and Cowboy Carter

TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Trump Hush Money Trial Begins in New York ---OJ Simpson’s Death and Legacy ---Iran Attacks Israel ---Outside of Politics: Cowboy Carter *CORRECTION: In this episode, we incorrectly refer to Ronald Goldman, Nicole Brown Simpson's friend who was also murdered outside her home as Ronald Goldstein.* To support the show and join our slow read of [Democracy in America] (https://bookshop.org/a/10844/9780451531605) , please subscribe to our Premium content on [our Patreon page] (https://patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics) or [Apple Podcasts Subscriptions] (https://apple.co/3fePa9w) 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 Apr 2024

1 HR 23 MINS

1:23:42

16 Apr 2024

#906

Is the National Association of Realtors a Cartel?

Today, Sarah is joined by her husband, Nicholas, to discuss the solar eclipse, the National Association of Realtors, and the Indigo Girls. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Reflection on the Total Solar Eclipse ---National Association of Realtors Settlement ---Outside of Politics: Indigo Girls To support the show and access our Premium Book Club, please subscribe to our Premium content on [our Patreon page] (https://patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics) or [Apple Podcasts Subscriptions] (https://apple.co/3fePa9w) 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

12 Apr 2024

42 MINS

42:03

12 Apr 2024

#905

Book Club Bonus: No Ordinary Assignment with Jane Ferguson

Today, we're sharing a special episode with you. This conversation with Jane Ferguson was released as part of our fall 2023 book club for our Premium members. As we wrap up our winter cycle this week and prepare to launch our summer cycle, we thought it would be fun to share a glimpse into the type of book club content our Premium members are receiving. You can join us and get access to all past and future book club content - plus our plethora of regular Premium content - at patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics. Jane Ferguson's memoir, No Ordinary Assignment, details her life as a war reporter. Her courageous work is breath-taking and inspiring. We hope you love this conversation and, if you haven't read the book, that you pick it up as well. 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

10 Apr 2024

38 MINS

38:33

10 Apr 2024

#904

How Mexico is Trying to Stop U.S. Gun Manufacturers with Jon Lowy

We're sharing a conversation with Jon Lowy, founder and president of [Global Action on Gun Violence] (https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUXQDglHdJA6kNa7fyoHez8WGKyV0-2BEGUX5KWLeebn1-2FxesJfsnCzAbRxt95rM6ZwYA-3D-3DaKtF_Zd6hRd3O-2Bi7TiTmhDOob5m-2F-2FbDNyUEUi6V2SPehYA5e1QKNnciD9Tj80Qis1gQlzMbOVjLjBHHe7ttZj6HS08V8N5eXZwu8YajSpwJ1cpnjK5M9NTJy9OxOMvhbZxAu2GOEwLiBoOpNUnYBaNBor19AWPp165ksKl-2BrnWisc-2By9k1Rw6mHIr1o50iN5w2W7wiWSdMttuPJwgfMBfE74S-2Bl7AI992Y1nlb6OBSjJ4FHNegrmPCfrXmPjh0uXb7Cre6BhQpJfSenC8X6C6wg4Slz1I2v5cFwNeMms7DpJcl9D46OvDWKCMu2fA5KH-2FkgFEEAsu-2BfXyd1-2BQkxy0jWOSVe-2FbEbKxL7INgauSA9VJUZA-3D) , about his international work to enforce gun laws through legal means. Plus, a special appearance from Ellen about how she handles stress at school. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---The Pantsuit Politics Book Club ---Global Action on Gun Violence with Jon Lowy ---Outside of Politics: Stress with Ellen [Get your summer book club box from The Bookshelf on Church here!] (https://www.bookshelfirvington.com/product/pantsuit-politics-book-club-summer-2024/507) 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

09 Apr 2024

54 MINS

54:07

09 Apr 2024

#903

Sports Betting, Apple, and Antitrust

Beth is joined by her husband, Chad, to discuss some of his favorite things. First, Apple products and whether or not it is a monopoly as a new lawsuit from the Department of Justice alleges. Then, sports gambling and its increasing prevalence in our society. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---The Department of Justice v. Apple ---Sports Betting ---Outside of Politics: Hat Shopping with Chad 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

05 Apr 2024

41 MINS

41:29

05 Apr 2024

#902

Girls State: Teens Enter the Halls of Power

We share our conversation with listener Kelsey Whitt about her participation in the Missouri Girls State Program and the documentary premiering this weekend on Apple TV. Join the Pantsuit Politics Spice Cabinet for access to our Book Club and Premium content on [our Patreon page] (https://patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics) or [Apple Podcasts Subscriptions] (https://apple.co/3fePa9w) . 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 Apr 2024

28 MINS

28:28

02 Apr 2024

#901

Did the EPA Just Ban Gas Vehicles? (Spoiler: No)

Today, Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's 'God Bless the USA' Bible, EPA standards, and headlice. Today is a day where reading the article, not (just) the headline, is a real gift. TOPICS DISCUSSED ---Trump’s ‘God Bless the USA Bible’ ---EPA Emission Standards and the Future of Cars ---Outside of Politics: Headlice is No Fun 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

29 Mar 2024

43 MINS

43:26