Topics Discussed: FEMA Disaster Relief Fund (03:51) Trump Administration and LGBT Issues (14:27) Kirsten Gillibrand (31:07) Georgia Senate Race (36:24) Kentucky Senate Race (38:47) Pantsuit Politics in the Wild: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Pantsuit Politics Live in Elizabethtown (September 28) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Ideas at Work (October 16) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: Pact Babbel Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangib...
Aug 30, 2019•46 min
Topics Discussed: The G7 Summit (03:24) Compliments: Joe Walsh & Bill deBlasio (16:40) The Border Crisis (23:38) Outside of Politics (51:16) Pantsuit Politics in the Wild: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Ideas at Work (October 16) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: Blinkist ThirdLove Away Silk Therapeutics Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page , pur...
Aug 27, 2019•1 hr 3 min
Topics Discussed: 1. There is a legitimate rise in people seeking to cross the border both illegally and legally, but we are not at record levels of immigration. (02:33) 2. The Northern Triangle (08:33) 3. For most of our history, border deportations were pretty informal if not absent. (14:20) 4. The Trump administration does not believe the U.S. should welcome the persecuted or oppressed. (18:57) 5. Increased migration to the US is part of an international trend -- this could be the new normal....
Aug 23, 2019•27 min
Topics Discussed: Economy (02:29) Native Presidential Forum (12:08) Kabul Wedding Attack (13:55) Disabled People and Gun Control (16:09) Compliments: Beto O'Rourke & California Law Enforcement (17:40) Defining the Political Spectrum (26:59) Antifa (30:41) Proud Boys (35:17) Dealing with Extremist Ideologies in America (39:54) Outside of Politics (58:30) Pantsuit Politics in the Wild: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Ideas at Work (October 16) Blissdom (November 14-16) ...
Aug 20, 2019•1 hr 3 min
The Constitution and its amendments are the foundation of American democracy. Yet, we are continually debating their meaning. We're going back to basics and breaking down some of the most hotly debated amendments to help us all understand them on a historical level. In this episode, Beth talks with Dr. Michael Baranowski, political science professor and host of The Politics Guys , about the Tenth Amendment. Events and Interviews: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolvin...
Aug 16, 2019•35 min
Topics Discussed: Jeffrey Epstein (03:35) Kashmir (12:54) Trump Immigration Policies (16:24) Compliments: Tulsi Gabbard and Colombia (23:58) The Presidency and Empathy (28:39) Gun Policy Proposals (36:52) Outside of Politics (01:07:07) Resources: Epstein’s Death Has a Simpler Explanation (The Atlantic) Before Jail Suicide, Jeffrey Epstein Was Left Alone and Not Closely Monitored (The New York Times) Safety Concerns Grow as Inmates Are Guarded by Teachers and Secretaries (The New York Times) Jeff...
Aug 13, 2019•1 hr 9 min
The Constitution and its amendments are the foundation of American democracy. Yet, we are continually debating their meaning. We're going back to basics and breaking down some of the most hotly debated amendments to help us all understand them on a historical level. In this episode, Sarah talks with Angela J. Davis about the fourth, fifth, and sixth amendments. Intro: (00:50) 4th Amendment: (02:52) 5th Amendment: (15:14) 6th Amendment: (26:30) Events and Interviews: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Po...
Aug 09, 2019•32 min
Topics Discussed: The Democratic Primary Debates: Round Two (02:39) Compliments: Canadian Doctors & California College Professors (15:42) Mass Shootings (20:53) Outside of Politics (56:31) Additional Resources: What Explains U.S. Mass Shootings? International Comparisons Suggest an Answer The American Exception Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Loti Gottlieb Events and Interviews: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-...
Aug 06, 2019•1 hr 2 min
The Constitution and its amendments are the foundation of American democracy. Yet, we are continually debating their meaning. We're going back to basics and breaking down some of the most hotly debated amendments to help us all understand them on a historical level. In this episode, Beth talks with Dr. Kristin Goss of Duke University about the second amendment. Events and Interviews: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16)...
Aug 02, 2019•32 min
The Constitution and its amendments are the foundation of American democracy. Yet, we are continually debating their meaning. We're going back to basics and breaking down some of the most hotly debated amendments to help us all understand them on a historical level. In this episode, Sarah talks with her constitutional law professor, Stephen Wermiel , about the first amendment. Events and Interviews: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom ...
Jul 30, 2019•47 min
Topics Discussed: The Mueller Testimony (6:05) Puerto Rico (32:26) The Federal Budget (36:42) Events and Interviews: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Check out The NewsWorthy from Erica Mandy , a daily news podcast that brings you the headlines in under ten minutes. Sponsors: Blinkist Legacy Box Rothy's Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter...
Jul 26, 2019•44 min
Topics Discussed: Hong Kong (4:16) Puerto Rico (8:04) Iran (12:20) Compliment the Other Side: The Trump Administration (22:50) Beth's Big Announcement (24:23) Minimum Wage (39:53) Budget (48:53) Mueller Testimony (54:36) Outside of Politics (57:58) Additional Resources: Fast Food Burnout Pantsuit Politics on the Minimum Wage Years and Years Events and Interviews: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: FabFitFun ...
Jul 23, 2019•1 hr 6 min
Resources: Am I an American? by Ibram X. Kendi Events and Interviews: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: Express VPN Rothy's Silk Therapeutics Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page , purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening) , or share the word about our work in ...
Jul 19, 2019•53 min
Topics Discussed: Trump's Tweets (03:07) The Border Camps (20:36) Compliment the Other Side: Tabitha Isner & the Trump Administration (31:35) Campaign Finance (37:29) Outside of Politics (01:20:32) Resources: Tabitha Isner Deposition Citizens United and campaign finance The Awakened Family by Shefali Tsabary Adam Gopnik on The Ezra Klein Show Events and Interviews: Nuance Nation Tour tickets Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: Silk...
Jul 16, 2019•1 hr 32 min
Events and Interviews: Get tickets for the Nuance Nation tour today! Tickets are now on sale for the Bay Area and Southern California. Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Campaign Finance Resources: Swilling the Planters With Bumbo: When Booze Bought Elections Political Patronage Mitch McConnell: Election ordinance is, in part, reaction to past excesses How Nonprofits Spend Millions on Elections and Call it Public Welfare 2020 Democrats’ campaig...
Jul 12, 2019•39 min
Topics Discussed: The Women's World Cup (03:43) Sudan (09:41) Iran (14:23) Compliment the Other Side: Rep. Bennie Thompson & Connie Morella (25:33) The Census (31:25) Outside of Politics (53:41) Resources: Why Megan Rapinoe's brother, Brian, is her greatest heartbreak, and hope The USWNT is after something far more subversive than just better pay Sudan’s military and civilian opposition have reached a power-sharing deal Sudan's pro-democracy movement, military agree to share power Sudan's po...
Jul 09, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Resources: Inspire U.S. Meet Claire Harmon Events and Interviews: Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: Audible Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page , purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening) , or share the word about our work in your own circles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Jul 05, 2019•15 min
Resources: Missy Bird website Missy Bird Facebook Missy Bird Twitter Missy Bird Instagram Events and Interviews: Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: Silk Therapeutics Lola Simple Health Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page , purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening) , or share the word abo...
Jul 02, 2019•32 min
Topics Discussed: Wednesday night debate (01:46) Thursday night debate (27:13) Events and Interviews: Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: The American Beverage Association Vistaprint Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page , purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening) , or share the word about ...
Jun 28, 2019•53 min
Topics Discussed: Detention Centers at the Border (05:14) E. Jean Carroll's Rape Accusation (26:25) Compliment the Other Side: Tucker Carlson & Governor Kate Brown (32:05) True Crime (41:31) The Enneagram and Parenting (01:02:11) Resources: Why a Government Lawyer Argued Against Giving Immigrant Kids Toothbrushes Hideous Men (E. Jean Carroll's essay) 12 Reasons We Love True Crime, According to the Experts What One Researcher Discovered About America's True Crime Obsession Don't Use My Family...
Jun 25, 2019•1 hr 8 min
Topics Discussed: Mark Charles (02:43) Reparations (07:18) Joe Biden (16:15) The New York Times Meet the Candidate videos Events and Interviews: Speaking Your Brand podcast United and Together podcast Minnesota Public Radio with Kerri Miller Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: The American Beverage Association Away Silk Therapeutics Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible...
Jun 21, 2019•35 min
Mark Charles: Mark Charles website and campaign site Mark Charles enters 2020 race Mark Charles on America's apology The Tragedy Expert on Without Fail Events and Interviews: Speaking Your Brand podcast United and Together podcast Podcast Movement (August 13-16) Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16) Sponsors: The American Beverage Association Ritual Express VPN Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of t...
Jun 18, 2019•1 hr 11 min
Today, we're featuring two incredible women who are running for Senate in 2020. MJ Hegar is running against incumbent John Cornyn in Texas. Stephany Rose Spaulding , who spoke to us during her 2018 campaign for Congress, is running for the Democratic nomination in Colorado. Can't get enough Pantsuit Politics? Come see us speak this fall at Podcast Movement , Evolving Faith , and Blissdom. Thanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association , Quip , and Silk Therapeutics . Thank you for bei...
Jun 14, 2019•47 min
We discuss the "deal" the administration made with Mexico over tariffs and Hong Kong protests about extradition legislation . Beth compliments Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada and Sarah compliments states working to overturn the death penalty . In our main segment, we return to our conversation about Brexit and share what we think will happen. Outside of politics, we talk accents and celebrate Nicholas Holland's 40th birthday. Can't get enough Pantsuit Politics? Come see us speak this fall ...
Jun 11, 2019•46 min
Despite the fact that Brexit has been a thing for years now, things are still a mess over in the United Kingdom as they attempt to decide exactly how this is going to go down. Today, we're breaking down what you need to know about Brexit before we discuss our opinions about it on Tuesday's episode. We'll be answering all these questions and more: How did Britain get to be in the European Union in the first place? How did Bexit became a thing? What's in the divorce deal? What is the Irish backsto...
Jun 07, 2019•41 min
We start by talking about developments in the 2020 field, including the addition of Mark Charles , Kirsten Gillibrand's failure to launch , and security risks exemplified by what happened to Kamala Harris. We also share our heartbreak over the shooting in Virginia Beach and ponder President Trump's state visit to the United Kingdom. For Compliment the Other Side, Beth honors the work of Democrats in Connecticut who are working on a new budget package. In our main segment, we respond to listener ...
Jun 04, 2019•1 hr 10 min
It's the last day of our annual Patreon drive! We're so close to our big goal of 1000 patrons! Visit our Patreon page to become part of the incredible community that supports our work and get access to exciting bonus content and perks. We talk through the news of the week, including that nine minute press conference that Robert Mueller gave urging us all to read his report. We also discuss the Israeli election , the potential boycotts of red states , and the absurd reason the USS John McCain is ...
May 31, 2019•28 min
It's the last week of our annual Patreon drive! We're so close to our big goal! Visit our Patreon page to become part of the incredible community that supports our work and get access to exciting bonus content and perks. We discuss the tension between President Trump and Congress, specifically the House of Representatives led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi. We also share our conversation with Lt. Col. Jeannette Gaudry Haynie, a Naval Academy graduate an attack helicopter pilot who is doing important re...
May 28, 2019•47 min
We're halfway through our annual Patreon drive! Visit our Patreon page to become part of the incredible community that supports our work and get access to exciting bonus content and perks. After two heavy episodes diving into the weeds of abortion law, we're lightening things up today. We share our great conversation with Willie Geist about journalism, the politics of the 2020 presidential race, and what's in his Netflix queue. Thanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association and Betabr...
May 24, 2019•39 min
We're halfway through our annual Patreon drive! Visit our Patreon page to become part of the incredible community that supports our work and get access to exciting bonus content and perks. We start with a few current events including the House passing the Equality Act, Jared Kushner and the new immigration law, Justin Amash's important Twitter thread, and a surprising Compliment the Other Side from Sarah. Then, we dig in on the complexities of abortion law in America and what we think will happe...
May 21, 2019•1 hr 16 min
