Latest Currentevents Politics Podcast Episodes

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Studying Conservatism on a Liberal Campus with Eitan Hersh

Pantsuit Politics - May 10, 2024 06:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
We speak with Tufts University professor Eitan Hersh about his unique course, which explores conservative political theory with the largely liberal student population at the school. TOPICS DISCUSSED Teaching Conservative Policy at Tufts with Eitan Hersh Outside of Politics: The Met Gala Our...

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FAFSA and the Brokenness of College Admissions

Pantsuit Politics - May 07, 2024 06:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
We discuss the tentative ceasefire negotiations in Gaza. Then, we share a conversation with an independent college admissions counselor about what's going on with the FAFSA application this year and how that rolling disaster is impacting students and families across the country. TOPICS DISCUSSE...

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Mike Johnson, Indirect Rule, and Steel Magnolias

Pantsuit Politics - May 03, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
We discuss the possible ouster of Speaker Johnson and how indirect rule shapes foreign policy. Plus, the 35th anniversary of Steel Magnolias. TOPICS DISCUSSED Mike Johnson and Polarization in Congress A Potential Ceasefire in Gaza Indirect Rule with David Lake Outside of Politics: Steel Ma...

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Campus Protests and The Trump Trial

Pantsuit Politics - April 30, 2024 06:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 about our weekends. TOPICS DISCUSSED Campus Protests  Donald Trump’s Trial and Legal Morass Outside of Politics: Busy Weekends Our ...

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Tech in Schools with Jessica Grose

Pantsuit Politics - April 26, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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, please subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions Visit our website for complete show notes an...

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Taylor Swift, Barbara Walters, and Life Under the Spotlight

Pantsuit Politics - April 23, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
TOPICS DISCUSSED Complimenting Both Sides: Mike Johnson Got It Done Susan Page on Barbara Walters Outside of Politics: The Tortured Poets Department To support the show and join our slow read of Democracy in America, please subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcas...

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The WNBA’s Pay Inequity and Arizona’s Abortion Ban

Pantsuit Politics - April 19, 2024 06:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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: The Gift of Interest To support the show and join our slow read of Democracy in America, please subscribe to our Premium content on ...

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Bonus: Democracy in America Read-Along Part 1

Pantsuit Politics - April 17, 2024 06:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 Premium members, but we're sharing the first discussion with everyone today in advance of our second discussion next week. If you enjoy thi...

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Trump’s Trial, OJ’s Legacy, Iran’s Attack, and Cowboy Carter

Pantsuit Politics - April 16, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 this episode, we incorrectly refer to Ronald Goldman, Nicole Brown Simpson's friend who was also murdered outside her home as Ronal...

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Is the National Association of Realtors a Cartel?

Pantsuit Politics - April 12, 2024 06:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
Today, Sarah is joined by her husband, Nicholas, to discuss the solar eclipse, the National Association of Realtors, and the Indigo Girls. TOPICS DISCUSSED Reflection on the Total Solar Eclipse National Association of Realtors Settlement Outside of Politics: Indigo Girls To support the show...

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Book Club Bonus: No Ordinary Assignment with Jane Ferguson

Pantsuit Politics - April 10, 2024 06:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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. As we wrap up our winter cycle this week and prepare to launch our summer cycle, we thought it would be fun to share a glimpse into the t...

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How Mexico is Trying to Stop U.S. Gun Manufacturers with Jon Lowy

Pantsuit Politics - April 09, 2024 06:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 legal means. Plus, a special appearance from Ellen about how she handles stress at school. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Pantsuit Politics Book Cl...

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Sports Betting, Apple, and Antitrust

Pantsuit Politics - April 05, 2024 06:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 the Department of Justice alleges. Then, sports gambling and its increasing prevalence in our society. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Department o...

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Girls State: Teens Enter the Halls of Power

Pantsuit Politics - April 02, 2024 06:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
We share our conversation with listener Kelsey Whitt about her participation in the Missouri Girls State Program and the documentary premiering this weekend on Apple TV. Join the Pantsuit Politics Spice Cabinet for access to our Book Club and Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcast...

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Did the EPA Just Ban Gas Vehicles? (Spoiler: No)

Pantsuit Politics - March 29, 2024 06:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 headline, is a real gift. TOPICS DISCUSSED Trump’s ‘God Bless the USA Bible’ EPA Emission Standards and the Future of Cars Outside of Politic...

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Jay Inslee: The Longest Serving Governor in America

Pantsuit Politics - March 26, 2024 06:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Should We Ban TikTok?

Pantsuit Politics - March 22, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 Catherine, the Princess of Wales. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Pros and Cons of the TikTik Bill The Proliferation of Conspiracy Theories on TikT...

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Crime: What Do We Do When We Don't Feel Safe?

Pantsuit Politics - March 19, 2024 06:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
Sarah and Beth discuss rollbacks of crime and policing reforms in traditionally blue cities and what that means for the movement for restorative justice. TOPICS DISCUSSED Shifting Policies, Data, and Attitudes about Criminal Justice Outside of Politics: Going to the Mall Visit our website f...

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Lessons from the Covid War with Dr. Charity Dean

Pantsuit Politics - March 15, 2024 06:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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: An Investigative Report, about what America did well and did poorly and how we should be thinking about preparations for the next pandemic...

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The State of the Union is Feisty

Pantsuit Politics - March 12, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 Outside of Politics: Spring Cleaning with House Peace If you are a Premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts, make sure to share your email...

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Super Tuesday: The General Election Has Begun

Pantsuit Politics - March 08, 2024 07:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 2024 Presidential Race & Political Priorities 2024 State Races Congress at Work Daylight Savings Time Outside of Politics: Sarah’s...

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Super Tuesday and the Super Stakes of 2024

Pantsuit Politics - March 05, 2024 07:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 Retires from Senate Leadership The House Passes a (very) Short-Term Government Funding Agreement Super Tuesday, Joe Biden’s Polling, a...

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Your Personality Shapes Your Politics: The Enneagram and the 2024 Election

Pantsuit Politics - March 01, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 DISCUSSED The Enneagram and the Election Outside of Politics: Solving Laundry If you are listening on the Apple Podcasts app, please ...

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The South Carolina Primary, TikTok Mental Health, and Skin Care for Kids

Pantsuit Politics - February 27, 2024 07:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 politically important: TikTok trends on teen mental health. They wrap up with a conversation outside of politics about their different atti...

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The Star Witness Against Hunter Biden and the End of IVF in Alabama

Pantsuit Politics - February 23, 2024 07:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 Court of Alabama to legally consider embryos used in the IVF process as children. TOPICS DISCUSSED Updates on the Hunter Biden Investigati...

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Navalny’s Death, Trump’s Verdict, and Your Beds

Pantsuit Politics - February 21, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 Russia Trump Found Liable for Civil Fraud in New York Outside of Politics: Making the Bed Part 2 Join us on our Premium Channels on Patr...

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Christian Nationalism Hurts Both America and the Church with Rob Reiner

Pantsuit Politics - February 16, 2024 07:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
We talk with producer Rob Reiner and director Dan Partland about their new documentary God & Country and explore the impact of Christian nationalism in America. Then, Beth and Sarah have the same intensity about one household chore and it's absolute necessity. TOPICS DISCUSSED God & Country wi...

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Joe Biden’s Memory, Mercy Ships, and the Super Bowl

Pantsuit Politics - February 13, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
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 of Mercy Ships about providing medical aid and training in war-torn and impoverished regions of the world. TOPICS DISCUSSED Special Co...

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More to Say: DC Circuit - Trump Doesn't Have Absolute Immunity

Pantsuit Politics - February 09, 2024 13:20 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
We're sharing an episode of our Pantsuit Politics Premium show, More to Say, that Beth released earlier this week. To support the show and get access to content like this multiple times each week, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. The Court of...

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Congressional Debacles and Convicting a School Shooter’s Mom

Pantsuit Politics - February 09, 2024 07:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratings
Sarah and Beth discuss the Michigan case against the mother of a school shooter as well as a variety of political debacles from the week. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Nevada Primary & Caucus The Failure of the Immigration Negotiations The Attempted Impeachment of Alejandro Mayorkas What’s Happening...