Sarah and Beth discuss President Trump's racist meme-posting and why it's landing differently this time. Next, we contrast that with Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show. Plus, we discuss elite incompetence at institutions like the Washington Post, the latest Epstein file releases, Super Bowl ads, and a little football. Topics Discussed President Trump Shares a Racist Meme Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show The Washington Post layoffs and Bezos’s priorities The Epstein files illustrate a moral...
Feb 10, 2026•58 min
Sarah and Beth dig into why China suddenly feels both harder to understand and more important to pay attention to — from Xi Jinping's latest purges of military leadership to what his consolidating power means for the U.S. They also sit down with veteran journalist Jane Perlez to discuss what Americans get wrong about China. Plus, they talk about where they would hypothetically set up Pantsuit Politics International. Topics Discussed What We’re Missing On China Jane Perlez on Trade, President Xi,...
Feb 06, 2026•50 min
Today we're discussing rampant corruption and speculation in the Trump administration. From UAE interests investing in Trump companies days before his second inauguration, apparent payment for pardons, and Amazon's outsized investment and promotion in the Melania "documentary." We also discuss the ways that Federal Courts are pushing back on ICE enforcement throughout the US. Tickets for our Minneapolis live show and first-ever Spice Conference go on sale soon! Details here Topics Discussed UAE ...
Feb 03, 2026•1 hr 18 min
We're delighted to be joined by Senator Andy Kim to discuss what Congress can and should be doing to respond to the nation's current crises. Plus, we discuss the need for accountability, the importance of community engagement, and the impact of corruption on our governmental systems. Outside of politics, you won't want to miss hearing about the Senator's many delightful hobbies. Topics Discussed Senator Andy Kim on the Role of Congress Outside of Politics: Movies, Music, and Bagels Ready to go d...
Jan 30, 2026•45 min
This weekend has shaken us deeply. We talk about the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis, the detention of children as young as two and five years old, and the protests erupting across Minnesota in sub-zero temperatures. We're struggling with the distance between what we can see with our own eyes and what the administration is telling us, and wrestling with the question of where we go from here. Topics Discussed Alex Pretti Shot By ICE Agents in Minneapolis Greed, Corr...
Jan 27, 2026•1 hr 11 min
This week has been emotionally exhausting, and we're feeling it too. We talk about what's been broken and lost domestically due to ICE actions in Minnesota and internationally due to President Trump's desire to acquire Greenland. We are asking ourselves how we build something more stable on the other side of all of this, whenever that comes. We want to be ready build coalitions and make changes that actually last. Topics Discussed ICE Continues to Escalate in Minnesota Greenland, Davos, and the ...
Jan 23, 2026•1 hr
Why does support for Israel fuel antisemitism on the right, while criticism of Israel fuels it on the left? The Atlantic's Yair Rosenberg returns to explain what he calls the "no-win dynamic" of prejudice—where any argument can be twisted to justify hatred. Sarah and Beth talk with Yair about his recent research revealing a surprising generational shift: younger Americans are significantly more likely to express antisemitic views than older generations, and age matters more than political party....
Jan 20, 2026•57 min
As things continue to escalate in Minneapolis, Sarah and Beth discuss their concerns about what the administration's actions portend. Plus, they discuss how Fed Chair Jerome Powell is pushing back as the administration targets him. For our America250 moment, they are reflecting on Common Sense by Thomas Paine and, outside of politics, they discuss 2026 predicted food trends. Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more. If you're not a...
Jan 16, 2026•1 hr 14 min
Sarah and Beth are joined by Elizabeth Oldfield, writer and host of The Sacred. We know the headlines are heavy this week, and Elizabeth has made a career of considering how we can stay engaged and grounded in these turbulent times. Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're getting our show notes, weekly newsletter, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...
Jan 13, 2026•1 hr 24 min
Sarah and Beth are together to discuss the tragic death of Renee Good in Minneapolis. They process the news, work through their feelings, discuss the unacceptable response from the administration and other elected leaders, and reflect on how the administration’s choices created the circumstances for this event. Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're getting...
Jan 08, 2026•52 min
Welcome to our first new episode of 2026. We're thrilled to be back with you to process and discuss the news. Topics Discussed The United States Removes Venezuelan President Maduro in "Police" Action America 250: George Washington and Smallpox Superflu, Whooping Cough, and Measles Outside of Politics: Wishes for 2026 Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're g...
Jan 06, 2026•55 min
As our team takes time off for the holidays, we are sharing the conversations Sarah and Beth had this year about Habits of the Heart . This final episode originally aired in December for our premium members on Substack. Whether you’re also taking a well-deserved break, spending time with family, or just looking for something meaningful to listen to, we hope you’ll join us to revisit (or enjoy for the first time!) this thoughtful exploration from Sarah and Beth of this powerful, prescient book. B...
Jan 02, 2026•1 hr 6 min
As our team takes time off for the holidays, we are sharing the conversations Sarah and Beth had this year about Habits of the Heart . This third episode originally aired in September for our premium members on Substack. Whether you’re also taking a well-deserved break, spending time with family, or just looking for something meaningful to listen to, we hope you’ll join us to revisit (or enjoy for the first time!) this thoughtful exploration from Sarah and Beth of this powerful, prescient book. ...
Dec 30, 2025•1 hr 1 min
As our team takes time off for the holidays, we are sharing the conversations Sarah and Beth had this year about Habits of the Heart . This second episode originally aired in May for our premium members on Substack. Whether you’re also taking a well-deserved break, spending time with family, or just looking for something meaningful to listen to, we hope you’ll join us to revisit (or enjoy for the first time!) this thoughtful exploration from Sarah and Beth of this powerful, prescient book. In th...
Dec 26, 2025•50 min
As our team takes time off for the holidays, we are sharing the conversations Sarah and Beth had this year about Habits of the Heart . This first episode originally aired in February for our premium members on Substack. Whether you’re also taking a well-deserved break, spending time with family, or just looking for something meaningful to listen to, we hope you’ll join us to revisit (or enjoy for the first time!) this thoughtful exploration from Sarah and Beth of this powerful, prescient book. I...
Dec 23, 2025•37 min
Here we are at the end of another year. Today, we're looking ahead to 2026: our expectations for the year, what we're looking forward to, and what our words of the year are. Topics Discussed Predictions and Expectations for 2026 Good Things to Look Forward to in 2026 Outside of Politics: 2026 Words of the Year Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're getting ...
Dec 19, 2025•55 min
Sarah and Beth are looking back on 2025: what was hard, what was surprising, and what went well. Topics Discussed What Happened in 2025: The Second Trump Administration Positive Stories from Around the World What Would We Tell Ourselves in January 2025 Outside of Politics: Favorite Books of the Year Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're getting our show no...
Dec 16, 2025•1 hr
Not many would argue that empathy is one of this administration's strengths. Sarah and Beth talk about the role of empathy in our politics - both when it is a gift and when it is a burden. Topics Discussed Venezuelan Boat Strikes The Empathy Debate Outside of Politics: Our Favorite Movies & TV of 2025 Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're getting our s...
Dec 12, 2025•55 min
Sarah and Beth discuss Netflix's bid to buy Warner Bros., our algorithmic economy, and Sean Duffy's airport fashion advice. Topics Discussed The Netflix, Warner Bros., Paramount Love Triangle The Algorithmic Economy Outside of Politics: Sean Duffy wants you to look nice when you fly Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're getting our show notes, weekly newsl...
Dec 09, 2025•1 hr 19 min
Sarah and Beth talk with Simon Bazelon, one of the authors of Deciding to Win, a report focused on how Democrats can strengthen their electoral chances moving forward. This is a wonderful, pragmatic conversation about what that will take. Then, outside of politics, they discuss food for Christmas Day. Topics Discussed Simon Bazelon on How Democrats Can Win Outside of Politics: Christmas Day Food Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and ...
Dec 05, 2025•58 min
Today, Sarah and Beth discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene's dramatic exit from Congress and what that says about the current state of our nation. Then Julie K Brown, the Miami Herald investigative reporter who wrote the book on Jeffrey Epstein, joins Sarah and Beth to discuss her latest reporting and what happens next with the Epstein files. Topics Discussed Marjorie Taylor Greene walks away from Congress What Everyone Gets Wrong about the Epstein Files with Julie K Brown Outside of Politics: Holiday...
Dec 02, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Here at Pantsuit Politics, we wanted to approach our gratitude a little differently this year. We reached out to a bunch of people in our community and asked them to do that with us. What you’ll hear today are members of our team, listeners like you, some friends of the show, and many of the guests we had on throughout this year sharing the absolute smallest things they are thankful for. What we got is a beautiful mix of poignant, funny, heartfelt, and honest answers. If you’ve never watched us ...
Nov 28, 2025•31 min
We are honored to have author Diana Carlin with us today to talk about the role of First Lady — both in its history and the modern approach our recent and current First Ladies have taken. Plus, outside of politics, Sarah and Beth share their Thanksgiving must-haves. Topics Discussed First Ladies Past and Present with Diana Carlin Outside of Politics: Thanksgiving Favorites Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats and more. If you're not alre...
Nov 25, 2025•47 min
Sarah and Beth discuss the news of the week and the increasing prices across the economy. Topics Discussed: ICE Operations in Charlotte, NC Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud at the White House Congress Votes to Force Release of Epstein Files Pricing Increases and Import Decreases Outside of Politics: Moving Forward After Grief Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you'r...
Nov 21, 2025•39 min
In today's new episode, Sarah and Beth discuss the rapid decline of drinking in the US and what that means for our relationships, our economy, and our politics. Topics Discussed The Decline of Drinking in the US Outside of Politics: How do I ask my neighbor to stop smoking? Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're getting our show notes, weekly newsletter, and...
Nov 18, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing this year. Understanding why pulls in a multitude of topics: aging populations, expensive new drugs and treatments, rising costs across sectors, the consolidated profit layers baked into our system, and more. Sarah and Beth untangle why and how we got here, what's actually driving costs, and why the solution is not as simple as wishing for a universal healthcare fix. Plus: why everyone seems so angry about everything. Topics Discussed No Dumb Questions ...
Nov 14, 2025•51 min
Sarah and Beth discuss the priorities of the Trump Administration in the face of the longest government shutdown in history, the negotiations between eight Democratic senators and Republicans to reopen the government, and the ways the shutdown is impacting air travel as the holidays approach. Topics Discussed The Trump Administration’s Shutdown Priorities: Coins, Renovations, Pardons, and Cutting SNAP Benefits The Senate Plan to Reopen the Government The Generational Impact of the Air Traffic Co...
Nov 11, 2025•56 min
We're joined by Governor Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan to talk about this week's election results, her work in Michigan, our current political moment, and her beloved Detroit Lions. Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're getting our show notes, weekly newsletter, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 07, 2025•42 min
Note: This week, we’re sharing the spicy bonus episode with all our subscribers - free and paid. If you’re a free subscriber, we hope you enjoy this preview. These are the types of robust, free-flowing conversations we’re sharing every Thursday for paid subscribers. We hope you’ll consider joining us as a paid subscriber so you can enjoy all our premium content, access the comments and community, and support our small business. On this week’s spicy bonus episode, Sarah and Beth discuss the encou...
Nov 06, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Rep. Sarah McBride, who represents the entire state of Delaware, joins us to talk about her experience in Congress, the stakes of the shutdown, working with her colleagues across the aisle, and her connection to Taylor Swift. It's a fabulous conversation you won't want to miss. Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats and more. If you're not already subscribed, you can use this link to ensure you're getting our show notes, weekly newsletter,...
Nov 04, 2025•49 min
