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Pantsuit Politics
Pantsuit Politics is the news and politics podcast for people exhausted by outrage. Hosts Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers tackle the week's biggest political stories from genuinely different perspectives, and prove that civility, nuance, and good-faith disagreement are still possible. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Distributed by Lemonada Media.
Episodes
Pantsuit PoliticsThis F***ing Guy
Before we head out on spring break, we need to let off some steam. Today's episode is a moment of catharsis about just a few of the things President Trump, his…
Pantsuit PoliticsPunishment Isn't the Same as Accountability
Sarah and Beth catch up on the headlines — from the ongoing war in Iran and global energy disruptions to congressional gridlock — before diving into a…
Pantsuit PoliticsNihilism, Special Elections, and the Smut Renaissance
When we look at the news right now — Iran, the airports, the corruption, the measles — it's tempting to decide none of it matters because, individually, we…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Trust Problem in Political Media with Isaac Saul
Sarah sits down with Isaac Saul, founder of Tangle News, a daily newsletter that breaks down major political stories from across the ideological spectrum all…
Pantsuit PoliticsA Hothead at DHS, 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, and a Holy Spirit Moment
Sarah and Beth discuss Markwayne Mullin's confirmation hearing as well as the housing crisis in America and the new legislation aimed at solving it. Plus…
Pantsuit PoliticsRFK Jr., MAHA, and the Measles Crisis
Sarah and Beth take stock of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s first year leading the Department of Health and Human Services — from purging vaccine experts, gutting…
Pantsuit PoliticsSomething Else Was Born: On War, Grief, and the Chaos Lottery
Sarah and Beth process the escalating war in Iran, then turn closer to home to discuss America's car accident crisis and the Hyacinth Fellowship — an…
Pantsuit PoliticsSeparating the Commander in Chief from the War
Beth is joined by Rep. Greg Landsman to discuss the role of Congress, the decision to strike Iran, and why we need a Department of AI. Plus, they check in on…
Pantsuit PoliticsAsymmetric Endurance: Making Sense of the Iran Strikes
Sarah and Beth are joined by expert Kerry Anderson to discuss what's happening in Iran, US and Israeli objectives, regional implications, and potential…
Pantsuit PoliticsAre We Overmatched? Ukraine, China, and the Future of War
Sarah and Beth mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, examining the staggering human cost of the war, what it reveals about the changing…
Pantsuit PoliticsReacting to the SOTU, Spanberger's Response, and the Case for Rahm Emanuel
Sarah and Beth react to Trump's State of the Union address, Governor Abigail Spanberger's response, and what it all signals for 2028. Outside of politics, they…
Pantsuit PoliticsTrouble's Coming: Tariffs, the Dollar, and Hidden Economic Risk
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not give President Trump the authority to impose sweeping global tariffs…
Pantsuit PoliticsOn the Ground in Minneapolis: Operation Metro Surge Is Far From Over
There’s a theme in today’s episode of holding the breath, which is something I’ve been doing about unrest and possible US military action in Iran. Sarah and I…
Pantsuit PoliticsGift Episode: Good news from AI
We’re sharing today’s good news brief with all of our followers. Join us every Thursday for more good news with Sarah. You can subscribe to…
Pantsuit PoliticsColbert Censored, the SAVE Act Explained, and AI Goes to War
Today, we're discussing the latest instance of large companies pre-emptively caving to the Trump Administration: Stephen Colbert's blocked interview with Texas…
Pantsuit PoliticsWhen the Pitchforks Come for You
When every moment could become viral fodder, what's the cost of just living your life? Sarah and Beth examine several recent news stories that address this…
Pantsuit PoliticsGift Episode: Everything Is Just A Bet Away
With the proliferation of prediction markets, we're sharing this premium episode of More to Say from January with the full audience. We hope this helps you…
Pantsuit PoliticsBad Bunny Wins the Super Bowl and the Elite Play God
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsWhat Trump Gets Wrong About China
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsWHAT ARE WE DOING HERE?!
Today we're discussing rampant corruption and speculation in the Trump administration. From UAE interests investing in Trump companies days before his second…
Pantsuit PoliticsYour Calls Are Working
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsMinneapolis: A Moral and Political Turning Point
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsICE, Greenland, and Building From the Wreckage
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe No-Win Dynamic: Understanding Antisemitism and Israel
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsThomas Paine and Tyranny in Minneapolis
As things continue to escalate in Minneapolis, Sarah and Beth discuss their concerns about what the administration's actions portend. Plus, they discuss how…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Federal Government is Broken. Our Communities Don't Have to Be.
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsProcessing Minneapolis
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsTrump's Venezuela Strike and the Rise of Preventable Diseases
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsHabits of the Heart: Conclusion
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsHabits of the Heart: Part Two
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsHabits of the Heart: Part One
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsHabits of the Heart: Introductory
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsLooking Forward to 2026
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…
Pantsuit Politics2025: A B*tch of a Year
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsEmpathy Without Curiosity Is Toxic
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsEverything is Slop
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsWhat Are We Learning from Democratic Victories?
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…
Pantsuit Politics1,000 Victims and No Accountability: Julie K. Brown on the Epstein Files
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsSmall Gratitudes
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsFirst Ladies: Past, Present, and Melania
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsEverything is Expensive
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsPeak Alcohol: Why Drinking Is Down and What It Means for All of Us
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsWhy Is Health Insurance So Expensive?
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing this year. Understanding why pulls in a multitude of topics: aging populations, expensive new drugs and treatments…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Shutdown Showdown (And Why We Never Have Enough Air Traffic Controllers)
Sarah and Beth discuss the priorities of the Trump Administration in the face of the longest government shutdown in history, the negotiations between eight…
Pantsuit PoliticsElection Results with Gretchen Whitmer
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsSpicy Bonus: The Good News Edition
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsRep. Sarah McBride Diagnoses Congress
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…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Ghost Economy
Today, we're talking about the spookiest thing we can think of: the economy. The stock market is up in 2025, but the gains are concentrated in a handful of…
Pantsuit PoliticsWhat happens when SNAP benefits run out? A Local Food Bank's Perspective
Today, Sarah and Beth are joined by Lacy Boling of the Paducah Cooperative Ministry, who shares how government cuts are impacting Food Banks across the US…
Pantsuit PoliticsShutdown and Teardown
The East Wing of the White House being torn down during a government shutdown might be the most egregious physical manifestation of America’s problems right…
Pantsuit PoliticsStates Are Excluding Soda from SNAP. Should They?
Should SNAP benefits cover soda and candy? Six states get federal approval to exclude them, and Sarah and Beth debate whether this is smart public health…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Power of Three: 24 Years of Male-Female Friendship
What happens when a college "greet line" handshake turns into a 24-year friendship? Sarah welcomes her longtime friends Mike and Smith to explore how their…
Pantsuit PoliticsClimate Change(s)
Sarah and Beth tackle the complicated state of climate discourse in America. While extreme weather events become increasingly common and climate change shows…
Pantsuit PoliticsCeasefire in Gaza, Standoff in Washington
Will there finally be peace in Gaza? Sarah and Beth discuss President Trump's efforts to coordinate a peace deal between Israel and Gaza. They reflect on what…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Shutdown Benefits Republicans (For Now)
Government shutdown drags on with no end in sight. Sarah and Beth explore why Republicans lack motivation to resolve it—from giving Russell Vought a runway to…
Pantsuit PoliticsNetanyahu Feels the Pressure, Democrats Hold the Line, and Pete Hegseth Wants a Fight
Can Trump's Gaza peace plan actually work? Sarah and Beth break down the 20-point proposal and why Netanyahu is finally feeling the heat. They discuss what's…
Pantsuit PoliticsWhy This Government Shutdown Could Be Different (And Harder to Win)
What is the path forward for Gaza and the West Bank? Beth and Sarah discuss Trump's fourth meeting with the Israeli Prime Minister as European countries…
Pantsuit PoliticsTrump Orders Venezuelan Boats Destroyed in the Caribbean
Is the President authorized to blow up boats and kill suspected drug smugglers? Beth speaks with Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) about Trump's use of military…
Pantsuit PoliticsPolitical Polarization: Why Politics Can't Be Our Religion
Can Democrats move beyond defending broken institutions? Beth and guest host Mike Nellis explore how the party has become trapped in protecting a status quo…
Pantsuit PoliticsVigorous Debate for the Rest of Us
What happens when a 22-year-old's "mission mindset" leads to political assassination? Sarah and Beth grapple with the charging documents and online footprint…