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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 PoliticsMidwest Populism, Chicago Conventions, and Hubert Humphrey with James Traub
We’re at the DNC Convention in Chicago this week, so it felt like the perfect moment to look back at the last time the convention was in Chicago - a truly…
Pantsuit PoliticsTampon Tim, School Choice, and Pop Girl Summer
It's the start of the school year! We're delighted the kids are back in school and excited to be discussing several hot discussion topics in the education…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Nuanced Life: The Power of Community
This is our final episode of the Summer Nuanced Life Reboot, and we're sharing a very poignant conversation with our longtime listener, Kelly Kaufman. Kelly…
Pantsuit PoliticsHarris-Walz, Project 2025, and The Olympics
Sarah and Beth discuss the future of the conservative movement reflected in Project 2025, Tim Walz as VP pick, and the Paris Olympic Games. TOPICS DISCUSSED…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Nuanced Life: Celebrating Our Grandmothers
There’s so much to celebrate about the older members of our communities, particularly within our own families. In this episode, Sarah talks to her grandmother…
Pantsuit PoliticsTensions Abroad, In the Markets, and Around the Veepstakes
Sarah and Beth talk about tension around the world with developments from Bangladesh to Israel, the Veepstakes, and their takeaways from summer travel. TOPICS…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Nuanced Life: Hope and Heartbreak in Families
Sea changes in families often come with hope and heartbreak. In this episode, we share stories from listeners about moments in their life that brought that mix…
Pantsuit PoliticsHarris v. Trump: How We Got Here
A lot happened in July. Sarah and Beth talk through the last month of American politics - from the presidential debate to the attempted assassination to the…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Nuanced Life: The Radical Freedom of Caregiving
So many of us are in our have experienced seasons of caregiving. For you, maybe it was a parent, a child, a pet - someone who needed you to help them get…
Pantsuit PoliticsVice President Harris Steps Up and Governor Shapiro Gets Sh*t Done
We’re delighted to be joined by Governor Josh Shapiro today. Governor Shapiro is focused on practical, impactful work in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Nuanced Life: The Nuanced Journey of Early Parenthood
When we put out the call for questions for this revival of The Nuanced Life, we were flooded with questions about parenthood, particularly early parenthood. We…
Pantsuit PoliticsWhy Strongmen Win on Foreign Policy with Jeff Friedman
At times, there is a divergence between what voters say they want and how they vote. This can be particularly true when it comes to foreign policy. Jeff…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump
Sarah and Beth are together today discussing the attempted assassination of Donald Trump over the weekend at a rally in Pennsylvania. Visit our website for…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Nuanced Life: You Are More Than Your Roles
On this new episode of The Nuanced Life, we dig into the idea of identity diversification and how to thoughtfully shape your personal identity around more than…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe FTC Says No to Noncompetes
The Federal Trade Commission wants you to be able to quit your job. Their new rule banning noncompetes has the potential to shake up the labor market in big…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Nuanced Life: When Faith Meets Family
TOPICS DISCUSSED Faith and Dating Faith and Parenting Our Relationships with Church Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying…
Pantsuit PoliticsPresidential Immunity: The Hubris is Nuclear
Sarah and Beth discuss the Supreme Court and Biden's re-election Campaign TOPICS DISCUSSED The Supreme Court Rules on Trump v. United States The State of…
Pantsuit PoliticsAmerica Lost the Debate
Yesterday, President Joe Biden and former (twice-impeached, 34-time felon) President Donald Trump faced off in the first Presidential debate of the 2024…
Pantsuit PoliticsHousing in America with Jerusalem Demsas
There's a lot going on this week. Sarah and Beth discuss several of the big stories. Then, we break down one of the most complex, important issues in America…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Nuanced Life: Conflict in Romantic Relationships
We're joined by Meredith Goldstein of the Boston Globe's Love Letters column and podcast to discuss navigating conflict within romantic relationships. TOPICS…
Pantsuit PoliticsWe Need Leaders with Representative Mikie Sherrill
Sarah and Beth discuss the media landscape and avoidance election. TOPICS DISCUSSED The TikTokification of Media The Avoidance Election Representative Mikie…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Nuanced Life: Serendipity, Incompetence, and New Beginnings
We're thrilled to be kicking off our limited-run return of The Nuanced Life. We hope this summer series is refreshing and encouraging to you. We'll answer…
Pantsuit PoliticsGlobal Elections and Presidential Power with Doris Kearns Goodwin
We are delighted to welcome Doris Kearns Goodwin, the incomparable author and historian. Sarah and Beth discuss her new memoir and her front row seat to some…
Pantsuit PoliticsWhat You Need to Know About the Trump Conviction
Last week, American history was made when former president Donald Trump became the first former president convicted of a felony - 34 of them, in fact. Today…
Pantsuit PoliticsI Shouldn’t Be Telling You This with Chelsea Devantez
One of our dearest podcasting friends is Chelsea Devantez of Glamorous Trash. Today, Chelsea’s incredible memoir, I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This, enters the…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Trump Verdict, Justice Alito, and “All Eyes on Rafah”
Sarah and Beth share how they are thinking about several ongoing news stories, including the controversy surrounding Justice Alito and the continuing horrors…
Pantsuit PoliticsPolitical (and Royal) Fashion with Elizabeth Holmes
We are delighted to share this conversation with Elizabeth Holmes of So Many Thoughts. Elizabeth is a former Wall Street Journal style reporter and current…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Impending Trump Verdict and a Path Forward for Mental Health
The verdict in the first criminal trial of former president Donald Trump will likely come down next week. Sarah and Beth discuss how they are thinking about…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Feminist Backlash and Minority Whip Katherine Clark on Affordable Childcare
Sarah and Beth discuss Harrison Butker's controversial commencement speech and more widespread symptoms of feminist backlash. Next, they share this…
Pantsuit PoliticsInside the Trump Trial with Norm Eisen
We talked to Ambassador Eisen about what he's seeing inside the courtroom at the Trump hush money trial. Plus, presidential debates have been scheduled for…
Pantsuit PoliticsDoing the Local Work with Rosemary Ketchum
We're sharing an episode of our Pantsuit Politics Premium show, More to Say, that we released to our Premium subscribers today. To support the show and get…
Pantsuit PoliticsCorruption Trials and Election Protection
We discuss corruption in government and speak with former Pennsylvania Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar about election security and announce our summer plans…
Pantsuit PoliticsStudying Conservatism on a Liberal Campus with Eitan Hersh
We speak with Tufts University professor Eitan Hersh about his unique course, which explores conservative political theory with the largely liberal student…
Pantsuit PoliticsFAFSA and the Brokenness of College Admissions
We discuss the tentative ceasefire negotiations in Gaza. Then, we share a conversation with an independent college admissions counselor about what's going on…
Pantsuit PoliticsMike Johnson, Indirect Rule, and Steel Magnolias
We discuss the possible ouster of Speaker Johnson and how indirect rule shapes foreign policy. Plus, the 35th anniversary of Steel Magnolias. TOPICS DISCUSSED…
Pantsuit PoliticsCampus Protests and The Trump Trial
Sarah and Beth discuss what's going on with the campus protests and with the former president and current Republican frontrunner. Outside of politics, we talk…
Pantsuit PoliticsTech in Schools with Jessica Grose
TOPICS DISCUSSED Tech in Schools with Jessica Grose Outside of Politics: Cup Management To support the show and join our slow read of Democracy in America…
Pantsuit PoliticsTaylor Swift, Barbara Walters, and Life Under the Spotlight
TOPICS DISCUSSED Complimenting Both Sides: Mike Johnson Got It Done Susan Page on Barbara Walters Outside of Politics: The Tortured Poets Department To support…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe WNBA’s Pay Inequity and Arizona’s Abortion Ban
TOPICS DISCUSSED Women’s Basketball and the WNBA Arizona’s Abortion Law The Consequences of Extreme Abortion Law with Dr. Daniel Grossman Outside of Politics…
Pantsuit PoliticsBonus: Democracy in America Read-Along Part 1
This year, we're doing a slow read-along of Alexis de Tocqueville's 19th-century classic, Democracy in America. This content is available exclusively to our…
Pantsuit PoliticsTrump’s Trial, OJ’s Legacy, Iran’s Attack, and Cowboy Carter
TOPICS DISCUSSED Trump Hush Money Trial Begins in New York OJ Simpson’s Death and Legacy Iran Attacks Israel Outside of Politics: Cowboy Carter *CORRECTION: In…
Pantsuit PoliticsIs the National Association of Realtors a Cartel?
Today, Sarah is joined by her husband, Nicholas, to discuss the solar eclipse, the National Association of Realtors, and the Indigo Girls. TOPICS DISCUSSED…
Pantsuit PoliticsBook Club Bonus: No Ordinary Assignment with Jane Ferguson
Today, we're sharing a special episode with you. This conversation with Jane Ferguson was released as part of our fall 2023 book club for our Premium members…
Pantsuit PoliticsHow Mexico is Trying to Stop U.S. Gun Manufacturers with Jon Lowy
We're sharing a conversation with Jon Lowy, founder and president of Global Action on Gun Violence, about his international work to enforce gun laws through…
Pantsuit PoliticsSports Betting, Apple, and Antitrust
Beth is joined by her husband, Chad, to discuss some of his favorite things. First, Apple products and whether or not it is a monopoly as a new lawsuit from…
Pantsuit PoliticsGirls State: Teens Enter the Halls of Power
We share our conversation with listener Kelsey Whitt about her participation in the Missouri Girls State Program and the documentary premiering this weekend on…
Pantsuit PoliticsDid the EPA Just Ban Gas Vehicles? (Spoiler: No)
Today, Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's 'God Bless the USA' Bible, EPA standards, and headlice. Today is a day where reading the article, not (just) the…
Pantsuit PoliticsJay Inslee: The Longest Serving Governor in America
We were honored to talk with Governor Jay Inslee about the Reproductive Freedom Alliance and the other good work he’s doing in Washington State. Visit our…
Pantsuit PoliticsShould We Ban TikTok?
Sarah and Beth debate the pros and cons of the TikTok bill as well as explore why conspiracy theories are so prevalent on the platform, including ones about…
Pantsuit PoliticsCrime: What Do We Do When We Don't Feel Safe?
Sarah and Beth discuss rollbacks of crime and policing reforms in traditionally blue cities and what that means for the movement for restorative justice…
Pantsuit PoliticsLessons from the Covid War with Dr. Charity Dean
Four years out from the Covid-19 shutdown in the United States, Sarah and Beth talk to Dr. Charity Dean, one of the co-authors of Lessons from the Covid War…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe State of the Union is Feisty
Sarah and Beth discuss Joe Biden's SOTU address, Senator Katie Britt's response, and spring cleaning. TOPICS DISCUSSED Joe Biden’s State of the Union Address…
Pantsuit PoliticsSuper Tuesday: The General Election Has Begun
Sarah and Beth break down the results of the many Super Tuesday primary elections and what they mean for the general election in November. TOPICS DISCUSSED The…
Pantsuit PoliticsSuper Tuesday and the Super Stakes of 2024
Catch up on the weekend's headlines with Sarah and Beth. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza Donald Trump and the Supreme Court Mitch McConnel…
Pantsuit PoliticsYour Personality Shapes Your Politics: The Enneagram and the 2024 Election
Sarah and Beth talk with certified expert Erin Baute about how your Enneagram number and personality may impact how you view the presidential election. TOPICS…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe South Carolina Primary, TikTok Mental Health, and Skin Care for Kids
Sarah and Beth talk about the South Carolina primary results and Nikki Haley's path forward. Then, they take a deep dive into a topic that is personally and…
Pantsuit PoliticsThe Star Witness Against Hunter Biden and the End of IVF in Alabama
Sarah and Beth talk about the major update concerning the star witness against Hunter Biden as well as break down the controversial decision by the Supreme…
Pantsuit PoliticsNavalny’s Death, Trump’s Verdict, and Your Beds
Sarah and Beth discuss Alexei Navalny's death in a Russian prison and Trump's civil fraud judgment in New York. TOPICS DISCUSSED Alexey Navalny’s Death in…
Pantsuit PoliticsChristian Nationalism Hurts Both America and the Church with Rob Reiner
We talk with producer Rob Reiner and director Dan Partland about their new documentary God & Country and explore the impact of Christian nationalism in…
Pantsuit PoliticsJoe Biden’s Memory, Mercy Ships, and the Super Bowl
Sarah and Beth discuss President Biden, Donald Trump's comments on NATO, and more in today's new episode. Then, they share a conversation with Dr. Mark Shrime…