We're joined by Rick Steves and the COO of Rick Steves Europe, Craig Davidson, to talk about their Climate Smart Commitment. Then, Sarah and Beth discuss how they have and do navigate travel limitations. TOPICS DISCUSSED Climate Smart Commitment with Rick Steves and Craig Davidson Outside of Politics: Navigating Travel Limitations Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Sarah and Beth share an update on the state of the debt ceiling deal and what the agreement says about the GOP heading into the 2024 Presidential Primary. They discuss family histories with Allen County Genealogy librarian Elizabeth Hodges. TOPICS DISCUSSED President Biden and Speaker McCarthy’s Debt Ceiling Deal State of the Republican Party and 2024 Republican Presidential Primary Genealogy Research with Elizabeth Hodges Outside of Politics: Pantsuit Politics Summer Schedule Visit our website ...
May 31, 2023•55 min
We share a powerful conversation with educator, author, speaker, and content creator, Monique Melton about what it was like to be a Black influencer in the wake of George Floyd's murder three years ago. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Debt Ceiling Negotiations The Aftermath of Instagram Allies with Monique Melton Outside of Politics: School’s Out! Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...
May 26, 2023•51 min
Anne Applebaum joins Sarah and Beth to discuss her June cover story for The Atlantic, the state of Ukraine's counteroffensive, and what she sees as the needed end to Russia's war in Ukraine. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Ukrainian Counteroffensive with Anne Applebaum Outside of Politics: Gardening We’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions , where we will share more information so...
May 23, 2023•45 min
Sarah and Beth share the second part of a larger conversation about the state of the schools. Today's episode covers issues happening in public K-12 schools, including learning loss, staffing shortages, political debates, and more. TOPICS DISCUSSED How We Value Public Education Learning Loss Staffing Shortages Falling Enrollment Political Debate Outside of Politics: Tech Tags for Kids We’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Sarah and Beth share the first part of a larger conversation about the state of the schools. Today's episode covers the expense and admissions process of higher education and, more broadly, what we want from higher education. Outside of politics, Sarah and Beth discuss graduation gifts for graduating seniors. TOPICS DISCUSSED Student Loan Forgiveness and The Cost of Higher Education The Case for Affirmative Action The College Admissions Process Outside of Politics: Graduation Gifts We’re excited...
May 16, 2023•56 min
Sarah and Beth discuss the legal news of the week - including E. Jean Carroll's successful civil suit against Donald Trump and the indictment of George Santos. Then, they consider the state of the tech industry and why it doesn't seem as promising as it once did. TOPICS DISCUSSED E. Jean Carroll’s Civil Suit Against Donald Trump George Santos Indicted The Stumbling of Tech Giants Heather Armstrong’s Tragic Death and Meaningful Impact We’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It ...
May 12, 2023•51 min
Sarah and Beth discuss the Coronation of King Charles and aging leadership and institutions in the United States. TOPICS DISCUSSED The End of Title 42 and What’s Next for Immigration Policy and Gun Violence The Coronation of King Charles III Outside Politics: The Chicks in Concert We’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions , where we will be sharing more information soon....
May 09, 2023•52 min
We talk to Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, the Axios China reporter, about China, Taiwan, and their delicate balance. TOPICS DISCUSSED Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian on China and Taiwan Outside of Politics: Best Books of 2023 So Far We’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions , where we will be sharing more information soon. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resour...
May 05, 2023•54 min
Sarah and Beth discuss The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling and the criticisms and responses to it. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Federal Budget and Debt Ceiling San Jacinto Shooting The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling Outside of Politics: Backlash to Plastic Surgery We’re celebrating 1 Year since Sarah and Beth’s book Now What? How to Move Forward When We’re Divided (About Basically Everything) hit the shelves. We hope you’ll celebrate with us by reading, sharing, and reviewing our book. Visit our website for ...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 15 min
In anticipation of discussing current budget proposals next week, we’re returning to our October 2019 episode on the federal budget process itself. Budget Vocabulary Mandatory vs. Discretionary vs. Tax Breaks Deficits and Debt The Process in Theory The Process in Practice To support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions . Learn more about Sarah and Beth's speaking events and contact us through o...
Apr 28, 2023•23 min
We unpack the Dominion Voting v. Fox News settlement and other news, including the next stage of the legal battle over Mifepristone. TOPICS DISCUSSED Biden’s Anticipated 2024 Presidential Announcement Supreme Court Mifepristone Ruling Dominion Voting Settlement with Fox News Tucker Carlson and Fox News Part Ways Outside of Politics: Taylor Swift Eras Tour To support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subsc...
Apr 25, 2023•56 min
We discuss recent gun violence and the impact of fentanyl on the opioid crisis. TOPICS DISCUSSED Gun Violence Opioid Crisis and Fentynal Outside of Politics: 10 Things to Tell You with Laura Tremaine If you or someone you love is struggling with Substance Abuse you can get treatment referrals if you call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or text your zip code to 435748 (HELP4U). Visit SAMHSA.gov . Addiction Recovery Resources from the DEA are also available. To support the show and get access to our Success...
Apr 21, 2023•50 min
We're sharing an episode of our Pantsuit Politics Premium show, More to Say, that Beth released earlier this week. It really lays the foundation for the conversations we're having on the main show this week and so we wanted you all to have it. To support the show and get access to content like this multiple times each week, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions . RESOURCES: American Cartel: Inside the Battle to Bring Down the Opioid Industry (Booksh...
Apr 20, 2023•17 min
Sarah and Beth catch up on developing headlines and begin a conversation on the opioid epidemic that they'll continue on Friday's show. TOPICS DISCUSSED Jack Teixeira Arrested for Leaking Classified Documents Supreme Court temporarily stays Mifepristone Order Congress Comes back into Session French Pension Reform Approved Violence in Sudan Opioids in America: Part 1 Outside of Politics: Felix Holland’s T1D Diagnosis Anniversary Correction: Diane Feinstein has stepped down from the Senate Judicia...
Apr 18, 2023•47 min
Welcome to this special episode of Pantsuit Politics created in partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Acast Creative. We’re here today with our beloved Jen Hatmaker to discuss the new podcast Make Me Care About. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 17, 2023•25 min•Ep. 8
Sarah and Beth discuss the case NY DA Alvin Bragg is bringing against Rep. Jim Jordan and the Congressional Judiciary Committee. Then, they talk about President Biden ending the official Covid-19 emergency and reflect on what that means. TOPICS DISCUSSED Alvin Bragg v. Jim Jordan Covid-19 National Emergency Ended Outside of Politics: First Birthdays To support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptio...
Apr 14, 2023•38 min
Sarah and Beth catch up on a week of intense headlines. TOPICS DISCUSSED Kentucky Bank Shooting Tennessee State Legislature Mifepristone Federal Court Battle Clarence Thomas Accepted Luxury Trips From GOP Donor American Reporter Evan Gershkovich Detained in Russia Outside of Politics: Orlando Live Show To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions . You can visit our website for comp...
Apr 11, 2023•48 min
We're joined by Ambassador Swanee Hunt and Monica McWilliams to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions . You can visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 07, 2023•32 min
We discuss former President Trump's upcoming arraignment, and former Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Bridget McCormack joins us to discuss legal reforms and democratizing the law. TOPICS DISCUSSED Trump’s Indictment and Arraignment Former Michigan State Supreme Court Justice Bridgett McCormack discusses the Justice System Outside of Politics: Mail is Life To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple ...
Apr 04, 2023•39 min
Sarah and Beth do their best to process the horror of another school shooting, this time in Nashville, TN. They also check in on the absurdity of the Gwyneth Paltrow ski trial. TOPICS DISCUSSED Nashville Covenant School Shooting Outside of Politics: The Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Trial To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions . Don't miss Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey in Orlando for...
Mar 31, 2023•41 min
Today, we're sharing updates to stories we've been talking about Silicon Valley Bank and protests in Israel. Then Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's rally in Waco, the state of free speech, and disappearing vacation days. TOPICS DISCUSSED Mississippi Tornadoes Silicon Valley Bank Purchase Israeli Democracy Trump Rally in Waco Stanford Law School and Free Speech Parents’ Bill of Rights Outside of Politics: Disappearing Vacation Days To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discus...
Mar 28, 2023•56 min
We discuss the next wave of artificial intelligence and how it may change the world. We also talk about the potential impending indictment of former president Donald Trump and the new season of Ted Lasso. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Potential Impending Indictment of Donald Trump The Next Wave of Artificial Intelligence Outside of Politics: Ted Lasso To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscript...
Mar 24, 2023•52 min
It has been just over one year since Russia invaded Ukraine. Former Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch joins Sarah and Beth to discuss Ukraine's history and future and why it matters. TOPICS DISCUSSED Ukraine’s Post-Soviet Development and Challenges Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Lessons from the Edge by Marie Yovanovitch Outside of Politics: Seeing Ukraine as More than its Conflict To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon...
Mar 21, 2023•57 min
Sarah and Beth talk to Rep. Derek Kilmer about his work leading the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress. They also reflect on new information on the CDC Survey results we discussed on a recent episode. TOPICS DISCUSSED Update on CDC Survey Results Rep. Derek Kilmer on Modernizing Congress Outside of Politics: Quirky National Holidays To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subs...
Mar 17, 2023•50 min
Sarah and Beth discuss the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, anti-trans bills in state legislatures across the US, and whether or not the Oscars have run their course. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Collapse of Silicon Valley Bank State Legislatures Outside of Politics: The Oscars To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions . Don't miss Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey in Orlando for The Poli...
Mar 14, 2023•49 min
Sarah and Beth catch up on the news and share about their recent trip to Paris. TOPICS DISCUSSED Audio from Paris French Strike Over Retirement Age Increase Breonna Taylor Investigation Report The Fed and Interest Rates Tucker Carlson, CPAC, and the Republican Circus Outside of Politics: Our Trip to Paris To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions . You can visit our website for c...
Mar 10, 2023•38 min
We talk to Chelsea Devantez about the state of political comedy and its future. Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey in Orlando for The Politics of the Most Magical Place on Earth : Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 7 pm You can visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 07, 2023•59 min
Sarah and Beth discuss the creeping fragility of democracy in Israel and Mexico as well as how the global community continues to deal with China's growing power. TOPICS DISCUSSED Democratic Fragility in Israel and Mexico Successes and Failures in Our Approach to China Outside of Politics: How Old Do You Feel? Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey in Orlando for The Politics of the Most Magical Place on Earth : Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 7 pm You can visit our website for complete show notes and epi...
Mar 03, 2023•37 min
Sarah and Beth the political calculus of Kevin McCarthy releasing January 6th footage to Tucker Carlson and the political memoir. TOPICS DISCUSSED Speaker McCarthy Gives January 6th Footage to Tucker Carlson The State of the Presidential Primary Zibby Owens on Political Memoirs Outside of Politics: Magic Mike Update RESOURCES: East Tennessee State University Festival of Ideas : Tuesday, February 28, 2023 Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey in Orlando for The Politics of the Most Magical Place on Ea...
Feb 28, 2023•40 min
