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Pantsuit Politics

Hosted by two women from the American heartland with different personalities, different priorities, and more in common than cable news would have you believe. Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers bring civility, nuance, and good faith to the week's biggest news — no outrage required. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media https://lemonadamedia.com/
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Episodes

"An act of strength"

We were honored to talk to Jason Kander, veteran of both military and public service. Jason served in Afghanistan before coming home to run for office and make national headlines for his work and vulnerability. These days, he is working to support veterans, ensure equitable voting access, and hosting his own podcast, Majority 54. Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page , purchas...

May 31, 202156 min

"Conflict and complexity"

Topics Discussed: San Jose Shooting Origins of the Covid-19 Virus Susan Page on Nancy Pelosi Outside of Politics: Re-entering the Workforce Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactio...

May 28, 20211 hr 7 min

One Year Later

Topics Discussed: Changes in Policing Moment of Hope: Ceasefire Lisa Sharon Harper Outside of Politics: Summer Parenting Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactions to breaking news...

May 25, 20211 hr 15 min

"You do not have to buy a bath bomb."

Topics Discussed: A’shanti Gholar & Jennifer Carroll Foy Anne Helen Petersen on Teacher Appreciation Week Outside of Politics: Instagram Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reacti...

May 21, 202146 min

“The title of today’s episode is Fraught”

Topics Discussed: Being Met Where You Are CDC Guidance & Risk Assessment Moment of Hope: The Future of the Flu Kerry Anderson on Israel & Palestine Outside of Politics: The Value of Noise Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Inst...

May 18, 20211 hr 20 min

Vaccines Around the World

Topics Discussed: Israel and Palestine Moment of Hope: Progress Against the Pandemic International Vaccine Experiences Outside of Politics: Vaccine Etiquette Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our...

May 14, 202152 min

"The Venn diagram from hell"

Topics Discussed: State of the Economy Moment of Hope: Pardons of Misdemeanor Marijuana Convictions Disinformation with Jane Lytvynenko Outside of Politics: Mother’s Day Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Face...

May 11, 202158 min

“We are driven to do the right thing.”

We talk about the pandemic, mask wearing, “wokeness,” Trump, and how we process trauma. This is a hard conversation, but one that comes from a place of deep care. We know everyone will find something to disagree with here, but we hope you are challenged and encouraged, too. Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page , purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Liste...

May 07, 20211 hr 1 min

"Emotional leadership"

Topics Discussed: Corporations and Political Speech Leadership Within the Republican Party Moment of Hope: School Lunches Katye Riselli on the Role of Political Spouses The Kentucky Derby Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , ...

May 04, 20211 hr 5 min

100 Days of President Biden

Topics Discussed: President Biden’s Joint Address 100 Days into the Biden Administration Outside of Politics: Adult Friendships Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactions to breaki...

Apr 30, 202157 min

“Inextricably linked”

Topics Discussed: Covid-19 in India Moment of Hope: Malaria Vaccine DC Statehood (with Meagan Hatcher-Mays) Outside of Politics: Health and Wellness Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real tim...

Apr 27, 202159 min

“A problem worth tackling”

Topics Discussed: Derek Chauvin Verdict Ma'Khia Bryant Shooting & Policing Reform Moment of Hope: Earth Day & Climate Progress Niala Boodhoo Outside of Politics: Languishing Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitte...

Apr 23, 202159 min

“There isn’t one why.”

Topics Discussed: Mass Shootings and Gun Violence Moment of Hope: Troops Leaving Afghanistan Police Violence Outside of Politics Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactions to break...

Apr 20, 202159 min

“The National Parks are being loved to death”

Topics Discussed: Derek Chauvin Trial & Daunte Wright Shooting Troop Removal from Afghanistan Nicholas Holland’s Politics National Parks Outside of Politics: Jimmy Buffett Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , an...

Apr 16, 202156 min

"A road map to love our backstories" (with Laura Tremaine)

Topics Discussed: A Pandemic in Your 20s Laura Tremaine Outside of Politics Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactions to breaking news, GIF news threads, and personal content. To ...

Apr 13, 20211 hr 23 min

"What's happening at the pumpkin patch?"

Topics Discussed: Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Kentucky Department of Corrections Blunder The Fairness Doctrine Beth and Chad on Disagreement Outside of Politics Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook ...

Apr 09, 202154 min

"I want my own keys" (with Doug Broughton)

Topics Discussed: Capitol Police Attack Voting Laws & Economic Repercussions Moment of Hope: LADD Inc. Cryptocurrency & NFTs Outside of Politics Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real...

Apr 06, 20211 hr 5 min

"We're all strange combinations of things."

Topics Discussed: Derek Chauvin Trial Breaking Down Vaccine Hesitancy Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactions to breaking news, GIF news threads, and personal content. To purcha...

Apr 02, 20211 hr 14 min

The Stories Continue (with Kerry Boyd Anderson)

Topics Discussed: Transgender Day of Visibility Gun Violence and Reform in America Georgia Voting Law Western Asia Dynamics (with Kerry Boyd Anderson) Outside of Politics: Family Dynamics Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , ...

Mar 30, 20211 hr 17 min

Five Things You Need to Know About the Upcoming Amazon Union Vote

Topics Discussed: Boulder Shooting Victims Five Things You Need to Know About the Upcoming Amazon Union Vote The effort to unionize an Amazon plant is happening in Bessemer, Alabama. Workers at BHM1 say that a union is sorely needed. The unionization effort has deep roots and high profile support. Amazon opposes the union campaign. Workers at BHM1 have until March 29 to vote on whether to unionize. Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a fi...

Mar 26, 202136 min

“Very specific problem solving” (with Rep. Jim Himes)

Topics Discussed: Atlanta Spa Shootings Immigration Surge Moment of Hope: Low-Income Water and Sewer Investments Rep. Jim Himes Outside of Politics: Mara’s Career Shift Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Faceb...

Mar 23, 20211 hr 6 min

"Small steps of hope" (with Derek Lowe)

Topics Discussed: Atlanta Spa Shootings Derek Lowe & the Covid-19 Vaccine Outside of Politics: Daylight Saving Time Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactions to breaking news,...

Mar 19, 20211 hr 6 min

“Post-traumatic growth” (with Dr. Karla Vermeulen)

Topics Discussed: Breonna Taylor Anniversary Moment of Hope: Covid-19 Vaccination Update Dr. Karla Vermeulen Outside of Politics: Courtney Martin Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time r...

Mar 16, 20211 hr 7 min

“We don’t vote just to win elections."

Topics Discussed: Covid-19 Pandemic Anniversary Vaccination Rates New State Voting Legislation HR1 Outside of Politics: Sarah’s Hips Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactions to b...

Mar 12, 20211 hr 9 min

"Everything is really about story"

Topics Discussed: Derek Chauvin Trial The American Rescue Plan Dr. Seuss and the Republican Party Moment of Hope: Proxy Voting Governor Cuomo, #MeToo, and Power Harry, Meghan, Oprah, and the British Royal Family Outside of Politics: WandaVision Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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 abou...

Mar 09, 20211 hr 18 min

The Equality Act and Immigration Policy

Topics Discussed: The Equality Act Moment of Hope Immigration Policy Outside of Politics: Beth's Birthday Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactions to breaking news, GIF news thre...

Mar 05, 20211 hr 2 min

Civic Education and Democratic Representation (with Sharon McMahon)

Topics Discussed: Covid-19 Vaccine Updates Military Force Used in Syria American Rescue Plan Moment of Hope: Virginia Abolishes the Death Penalty Sharon McMahon Outside of Politics: Bedtime Routines with Partners Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. ...

Mar 02, 20211 hr 11 min

Infrastructure and Earmarks

Topics Discussed: Stories from Texas and Infrastructure Needs Moment of Hope: Vaccinations Earmarks and the Federal Budget Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real time reactions to breaking ne...

Feb 26, 202149 min

Military Culture, Extremism, and Politics (with Amy McGrath)

Topics Discussed: The American Rescue Plan & Senate Procedure Moment of Hope: Gender Policy Council Amy McGrath & Military Culture Outside of Politics: Boudoir Photos Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and...

Feb 23, 202155 min

The Texan Emergency and Child Tax Credits

Topics Discussed: The Disaster in Texas Moment of Hope: Local Leadership Child Tax Credit Proposals Outside of Politics: Sharing Journals with Children Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a financial 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. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook for our real ...

Feb 19, 20211 hr
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