Pantsuit Politics
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Hosted by Kentuckians Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, Pantsuit Politics is an independent podcast that takes a different approach to the news and culture. Pay attention without the anxiety. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
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Episodes
International Trade, European Election Meddling, and Rural Infrastructure
May 14, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBToday starts our annual Patreon drive! Visit our Patreon page to become part of the incredible community that supports our work and get access to exciting bonus content and perks. We share thoughts on a variety of international news stories including trade with China, conflict with Iran, and Russian interference in European elections. Then, we dive deep on rural infrastructure and how the lack thereof is affecting America. Outside of politics, Sarah fumes about Game of Thrones and Beth con...
Contempt, Military Action, School Shootings, and Drugs
May 10, 2019 07:00 - 42 minutes - 49.5 MBIt's been a diverse news week and our conversation in this episode reflects that. We talk about Congress holding Attorney General Bill Barr in contempt and where things may be going next on the investigation/impeachment front. We also talk about the multitude of countries this with which this administration seems interested in going to war. We share our heartbreak over the school shootings this week and the hero students who sacrificed themselves for their classmates. Finally, we have a c...
Rachel Held Evans, Middle Eastern Conflict, Bill Barr, and a Big Idea Catch-up
May 07, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBIn our first segment, we share our grief over the death of Rachel Held Evans. We also talk about conflict in the Middle East (in both Gaza and Iran) and the continuing drama between Attorney General Bill Barr and Congress. In the main segment, we have a conversation about some big ideas that have been floating around the internet lately including the Bring Down the House documentary on Netflix, women working long hours and experiencing burnout in the workplace, tragedy, and empathy. ...
The Barr Hearing and Electoral Conversations (with Lauren Leader)
May 03, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBOur recap of and conversation about the Barr hearing leads us into a deeper conversation about elections, past and future. How should we be talking about 2016? Should we care what Hillary Clinton has to say? Who should we trust? We talk about all that and more. Then, we share Sarah's conversation with Lauren Leader, author of Crossing the Thinnest Line and CEO of All In Together, about the variety of ways women can be politically engaged. We want to hear your opinions! Please take a couple...
Chabad Shooting, Joe Biden, Barr's Testimony, and Impeachment
April 30, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBFirst up, we discuss current events, including the Chabad synagogue shooting, the coverage of Joe Biden compared to female Democratic candidates, and AG Barr's testimony. In the main segment, we have an in-depth conversation about impeachment and whether or not Congress should consider impeaching President Trump. Finally, we talk about Avengers: Endgame. Yes, there are spoilers, but don't worry! They are at the end of the show and can easily be skipped. Recommended Resources: She was at ...
The Mueller Report, Church Tragedies, and Middle Eastern Diplomacy
April 23, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBWe discuss church tragedies around the world, including the hundreds dead in Sri Lanka, the fundraising to rebuild Notre Dame, and the churches which were burned in Louisiana. We also talk about Iran, John Bolton, and what's going on with our Middle Eastern diplomacy. During Compliment the Other Side, Beth compliments Minnesota women working on climate change and Sarah compliments Mitt Romney. In our main segment, we break down the Mueller report. We read the whole thing and do our best to...
Marianne Williamson on the Opioid Crisis, Racism, and Healing America
April 19, 2019 07:00 - 52 minutes - 60.5 MBWe share our compelling conversation with Marianne Williamson, teacher, speaker, author, and, now, presidential candidate. We were honored to speak with her about a variety of issues facing America today. She shared her vision for the future of the country and how she envisions her part in that future. Can't get enough Pantsuit Politics? Listen to our appearance on Chatologie or come see us at Florence Christian Church in Florence, KY on April 27 for a discussion about how churches can le...
Immigrants, Ilhan Omar, the 2020 Primary, and an American in Socialist Denmark (with Marjorie Skiba)
April 16, 2019 07:00 - 58 minutes - 67.6 MBWe discuss the impending release of the Mueller report, President Trump's plan to send immigrants to sanctuary cities, and the continued controversy around Ilhan Omar's comments about 9/11. We also check in on the 2020 primary, including thoughts on how the coverage of Mayor Pete Buttigieg contrasts with that of the women candidates. Then, we share our conversation with Marjorie Skiba, an American expat living in Denmark; she shares what it's like to move from America to a socialist country....
Changing Political Parties (with Rep. Stephanie Clayton)
April 12, 2019 07:00 - 28 minutes - 33.1 MBWe talk with Kansas House of Representatives member Stephanie Clayton, who switched political parties last year. Stephanie shares with us what that process looked like for her and her motivations behind it. Plus, the response of her constituents might surprise you. You can follow Rep. Clayton on Twitter @SSCJoCoKs. Can't get enough Pantsuit Politics? Come see us at the Pasta & Politics dinner in Fort Myers, Florida tonight, April 12 or at Florence Christian Church in Florence, KY on April ...
Biden, Buttigieg, Kirstjen Nielsen, and Our Conversation with Senator Maggie Hassan
April 09, 2019 07:00 - 54 minutes - 62.9 MBWe follow-up on our conversation about Joe Biden from Friday's episode. His actions over the weekend have shifted Beth's position a bit. We also discuss the end of Kirstjen Nielsen's tenure at the Department of Homeland Security and Pete Buttigieg's comments on faith and morality. In our main segment, we share our conversation with Senator Maggie Hassan from our live event in at South Church in Portsmouth, NH. To finish out, we share the Q&A segment from the event. Thank you so much to Tom...
Questions About Joe Biden
April 05, 2019 07:00 - 35 minutes - 41.2 MBThe conversation around Joe Biden's potential presidential campaign is getting contentious. We have some disagreements about it as well. We talk about all the distinct questions we believe we should be asking about a Biden candidacy. Plus, we talk about Kathy Griffin and how that picture has impacted her life and career. Can't get enough Pantsuit Politics? Come see us interview Senator Maggie Hassan at South Church in Portsmouth, NH tonight or attend the Pasta & Politics dinner in Fort M...
John Delaney on the ACA, the Border Crisis, Adam Schiff, and Running for President
April 02, 2019 07:00 - 50 minutes - 57.8 MBWe're honored to be joined for the whole show by Rep. John Delaney, a Democratic candidate for president. He chats with us about healthcare, the border crisis, and the call for Rep. Schiff's resignation. We compliment all the other side and then Rep. Delaney shares the vision of his candidacy for president. Plus, outside of politics, we talk about his NCAA bracket and the great work his wife is doing. Recommended Resources: John Delaney for President The Healthcare Hot Potato Border P...
The Barr Letter, Bad Press, and Reaching Political Parity (with Kelly Werder)
March 29, 2019 07:00 - 31 minutes - 35.8 MBThe response to the Barr letter continues and the fight to have the full Mueller report released continues to escalate. We discuss that and why President Trump seems intent on wasting this positive news cycle. Then, we're joined by Kelly Werder to discuss 50/50 by 2020, a bipartisan political action committee determined to see gender parity in our elected officials. They are sponsoring the Courage to Run 5K across the country on April 13. We're extra fond of them because our book is their fi...
The Mueller Report and Criminal Justice Reform
March 26, 2019 07:00 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBMarch is National Criminal Justice Month and we're diving in deep on that subject today. Friday's episode will help get you ready for this conversation. We also are discuss the newly released Mueller report. On Compliment the Other Side, Sarah compliments Justin Amash and Beth compliments Senator Lauren Book. Outside of politics, Sarah went hiking and Beth learned about perimenopause. Criminal Justice Resources: The Bail Project The Sentencing Project: Collateral Consequences Nation...
5 Things You Need to Know About Criminal Justice Reform
March 22, 2019 07:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBMarch is National Criminal Justice Month. Plus, criminal justice reform is one of the few pieces of major legislation that has been passed with bipartisan consensus under the Trump administration. We'll be talking more about this issue on Tuesday's episode. Today, though, we're getting you ready for that conversation by sharing five things you need to know about criminal justice reform. The cost of the criminal justice system can begin before a person is every convicted of a crime. The Ba...
Brexit, the Veto, Guns, and White Nationalism
March 19, 2019 07:00 - 49 minutes - 68.8 MBOn today's show, we discuss a variety of important news stories from around the globe. We discuss flooding in Nebraska, continued Brexit drama, Governor Newsom's death penalty decision, President Trump's first veto, and, in our main segment, the tragic shooting in Christchurch, New Zealand. The shooting raises discussion about gun control, terrorism, and white nationalism. Outside of politics, Beth finally saw Hamilton and Sarah is ready for spring cleaning. Recommended Resources: Deadly...
Beto, Manafort, the College Admissions Scandal, and Understanding Antisemitism (with Deborah Lipstadt)
March 15, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBIn today's episode, we're joined by Professor Deborah Lipstadt, an expert in Holocaust studies. Professor Lipstadt helps us understand the controversies surrounding the Women's March and Representative Omar, and she advises us on how to thoughtfully discuss and critique America's relationship with Israel. But first, we dive into the week's news. Paul Manafort received 43 additional months in prison from Judge Amy Berman Jackson, and he's been indicted by Manhattan's District Attorney on ...
2020 Dreams, Paul Manafort, and Elizabeth Warren Takes On Tech Giants
March 12, 2019 07:00 - 49 minutes - 68.1 MBWe recorded a live episode in Sarah's hometown, Paducah, Kentucky. Our comments about President Trump signing Bibles led us to a bigger conversation about what kind of presidential candidate we need in 2020. Then, we discuss Paul Manafort's prison sentence. In the main segment, we discuss Elizabeth Warren's desire to break up the tech giants and why we expect her ideas to gain traction. Outside of politics, we discuss Top Chef and Captain Marvel. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons ...
Seismic Shift: The New World of Women in Politics
March 08, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 99 MBTo celebrate International Women's Day, we are sharing clips from the incredible event we did in partnership with Ambassador Swanee Hunt in January. The event brought together an eclectic group of women, each working to advance the cause of women in politics in their own way. You'll hear short clips in today's episode, but we are providing the full audio on our Patreon page. Individual Interviews: Kelly Dittmar, Center for American Women & Politics Muthoni Wambu Kraal, Former Vice Presid...
More Democrats and The New Rules of War (with Sean McFate)
March 05, 2019 08:00 - 51 minutes - 71.4 MBWe discuss news coming out of the Judicial Committee and two more Democratic candidates putting their name into the presidential primary. Then, we share a fascinating conversation with Sean McFate, author of The New Rules of War about how the nature of war has shifted dramatically and how American defense strategy needs to as well. Recommended Resources: Alabama Tornadoes Judiciary Committee John Hickenlooper Enters Democratic Primary Jay Inslee Enters Democratic Primary Complimen...
Michael Cohen, North Korea, Methodists, and North Carolina
March 01, 2019 08:00 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MBWe discuss President Trump's abrupt departure from meetings with North Korean leader, Kim Jong-Un. We also talk about the decision of the United Methodist Church regarding LGBTQ congregants and clergy. Plus, our thoughts on Michael Cohen's testimony before the House Oversight Committee and the drama of election fraud in North Carolina. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, v...
Foreign Policy, Hard Conversations, and Recruiting Black Women (with Courtney Hill)
February 26, 2019 08:00 - 54 minutes - 75.6 MBWe talk about the United States and Venezuela, process some of the feedback from our conversation with Noah Rothman, compliment good constituent services and Republican responses to the national emergency, and share our conversation with the fabulous Courtney Hill of Polaris Strategies, who works to recruit black women to run for office. Outside of politics, we talk about our trip to New York, seeing Mean Girls on Broadway, and Sarah shares her thoughts about the Oscars. Recommended Resourc...
Noah Rothman and the Social Justice Movement
February 22, 2019 08:00 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBWe share our conversation with columnist and author Noah Rothman about his new book Unjust and the social justice movement in America. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Thanks to our sponsors: Nurx and Pact. Want more Pantsuit Politics? Come see us in Franklin, IN on February 28, in Paducah, KY on March 9, or watch us on Huckabee this wee...
National Emergencies, LGBTQ Rights, and the Green New Deal
February 19, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBWe discuss the president's choice to declare a national emergency and what that looks like in the context of past emergencies. During Compliment the Other Side, Beth praises Mama Bears who are welcoming LGBTQ children into their communities and cautions about discriminatory legislation cropping up in state legislatures; Sarah is excited to see Republican Bill Weld considering a primary challenge to President Trump. In our main segment, we break down the proposed Green New Deal and our diff...
5 Things You Need to Know About the Green New Deal
February 15, 2019 08:00 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBWe discuss the TVA and the latest problems between Paul Manafort and federal investigators. Then, we share 5 things you need to know about AOC's proposed Green New Deal. We'll share our opinions on this bold vision on Tuesday's episode. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Thanks to our sponsors: Nurx and Rothy's. Want more Pantsuit Politics? Check...
Jeff Bezos, Justin Fairfax, and All the Democratic Women
February 12, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBWe touch briefly on the looming return of the government shutdown. Then, we talk about lots of men in power who are in varying levels of trouble: Jeff Bezos, Ralph Northam, and Justin Fairfax. In our main segment, we talk about the Democratic women running for president and whether or not media coverage of them has been sexist. Included in that discussion are our thoughts on Amy Klobuchar's staffing issues. Outside of politics, Beth watched Black Mirror and Sarah talks about her mother-son b...
Mitch McConnell, SOTU, and How to Be a White Ally (with Dr. David Campt)
February 08, 2019 07:38 - 53 minutes - 73.9 MBWe talk about The Daily's coverage of Mitch McConnell and share our reactions to the State of the Union. Then, we share our conversation with Dr. David Campt about his work with the White Ally Toolkit. We talk with him about how to have positive, impactful conversations about race. We recommend you take a moment to watch his video about the situation surrounding Virginia governor Ralph Northam. Dr. Campt is offering our listeners 20% off the tools and resources on his site with the code PA...
Ralph Northam and the State of the Union
February 05, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 67.5 MBWe discuss Governor Ralph Northam and the immediate future of Virginian politics. Then, we share our thoughts on the State of the Union - both the speech itself and the actual state of the Union. As we launch our book today, we couldn't be more grateful to each and every one of you for being a part of this community. We are so thankful that you have been part of our journey to bring this book into the world; we're so excited for you to read it. You can purchase it now - for yourself, for f...
Abortion, Trade, and California Politics (with Jessica Morse)
February 01, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MBWe continue our conversation about abortion from Tuesday's episode before addressing trade disputes around the globe. Then, we share Beth's follow-up conversation with Jessica Morse, who ran for Congress in California. They talk California wildfires, national security, and more. Recommended Resources: Dr. Tamara Tweel on Involuntary Miscarriages and Voluntary Abortions Idaho Lawmakers Drafting Bill To Ban Abortions We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If ...
Roger Stone, Shutdown Reprieve, and Abortion Law
January 29, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBWe discuss the shutdown reprieve, the indictment of Roger Stone, and bipartisan work around immigration. Then, we take on the heavy debate around new abortion laws in New York and Utah. Outside of politics, Sarah shares her opinion on Oscar-nominated movies and Beth has some thoughts about Top Chef. Recommended Resources: Trump Signs Bill Reopening Government for 3 Weeks in Surprise Retreat From Wall Jerome Corsi confirms he is ‘Person 1’ in Roger Stone indictment, predicts he won't be...
Millennial Burnout, Politics, and Evangelicals with Anne Helen Petersen
January 25, 2019 08:00 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MBWe share our conversation with the delightful Anne Helen Petersen in which we talk about all the things: faith, politics, culture, millennials, burnout, and more. Anne Helen Petersen's Work: 2011 piece comparing Elizabeth Taylor with Brangelina How Millennials Became the Burnout Generation Here's What "Millennial Burnout" Is Like for 16 Different People We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get a...
Covington Catholic, the Shutdown, and House Committees
January 22, 2019 08:00 - 52 minutes - 72.9 MBOn today's episode, we're talking about the Covington Catholic viral video from Washington DC this weekend and the fact that our government is still shutdown. In our main segment, we're talking about the power of house committees (if you haven't listened to Friday's episode, make sure that you hear the 5 things we think you need to know about house committees before this conversation). To close out, we'll talk about what's on our minds outside of politics. Recommended Resources: What the...
5 Things You Need to Know About House Committees
January 18, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBWe do a lightning round on current events including the shutdown, Rand Paul's Canadian surgery, the Gillette commercial, and fast food in the White House. In our main segment, we break down what you need to know about House Committees: their history, how they are formed, and what exactly it is they do. Recommended Resources: House Committees Bibliography The Importance of Committees There’s a new select committee for modernizing Congress. What does it mean for legislative IT? How you ...
The Politics of Human Trafficking (with Marissa Castellanos)
January 15, 2019 13:30 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBWe start off today's show with a robust discussion of current events. We address the controversy around the leadership of the Women's March and why we still feel there is value in events like it. We also discuss the ongoing shutdown and new revelations about President Trump's interactions with the Russian government. Plus, in recognition of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, we are joined by Marissa Castellanos to discuss the politics of human trafficking and what steps...
The Shutdown and Our Conversation with Anne Bogel Continue
January 11, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBWe discuss the current state of the shutdown (spoiler: it doesn't seem to be changing much and that's not great) before sharing the second part of our conversation with Anne Bogel of Modern Mrs. Darcy. We're hosting an exciting event in Washington D.C. on Friday, January 18. It's a live podcast with conversations with women in politics and media about the seismic shift happening around gender and politics. We hope to see you there. Learn more and invite your friends! We are so thankful to ...
Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and Anne Bogel
January 08, 2019 08:42 - 55 minutes - 76.9 MBWe discuss the shutdown, Elizabeth Warren's presidential announcement, and sexism in the Bernie Sanders campaign. Plus, we share the first part of our conversation with the delightful Anne Bogel, who joined us at the Cincinnati Podcast festival. Outside of politics, we talk about we admire Mary Poppins and Marie Kondo for the same reasons. Recommended Resources: Sanders Campaign Sexual Harassment Sanders Campaign Sexism Elizabeth Warren Announcement Video Warren Kicks Off Presidenti...
Mitt Romney, Nancy Pelosi, and the Shutdown (with Tabitha Isner)
January 04, 2019 08:00 - 37 minutes - 52.2 MBWe're talking about the shutdown, the newly inducted House of Representatives, and Mitt Romney's op-ed about the president. Plus, we share our inspiring conversation with Tabitha Isner. Tabitha Isner Concession Speech We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in just a few weeks at the start...
Our Wish List for 2019
January 01, 2019 08:00 - 42 minutes - 59.1 MBHappy New Year! Today, we're sharing our hopes for 2019. We are wishing for a lot of things in politics, science, and culture. Plus, we're sharing our Word of the Year for 2019. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it now and lock in the best price! Thanks ...
Lindsay James, Carri Hicks, and Erica McAdoo Return
December 28, 2018 08:00 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MBOur candidate follow-up interviews continue. Today, we're talking with state candidates from Iowa, Oklahoma, and North Carolina: Lindsay James, Carri Hicks, and Erica McAdoo. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it now and lock in the best price! Hosted on...
The Good News of 2018
December 25, 2018 08:00 - 37 minutes - 52.3 MBWe know that sometimes turning on the news can be a brutal emotional experience. The positive things happening in the world can get swept up in the avalanche of things that worry or scare us. We wanted to take a step back and appreciate some of the wonderful things that happened this year. Good News in the Federal Government: Congress Overhauls Sexual Harassment Policies Bump Stocks Banned Cultural Good News: Falling Murder Rate Women-Led Movies Succeed at the Box Office Nobel P...
I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening) - Chapter One
December 25, 2018 08:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBWe're so thankful for each of you, our listeners. As a holiday gift, we're sharing the first chapter of our audiobook. We're so excited to share this work in its entirety with you in the new year, but, for now, we hope this whets your appetite for what is to come. The full book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out on February 5! You can preorder it now to lock in the best price and score some cool preorder bonuses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...
Trump's Legal Troubles and Candidate Follow-Ups
December 21, 2018 08:00 - 47 minutes - 64.9 MBBeth has read all the legalese surrounding the many legal jeopardies facing Trump world and breaks it down for us. Then, we share our follow-up conversations with Amy McGrath, Mary Throne, and Stephany Rose Spaulding. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it...
Federal Budget Roadblocks and Government Contracts (with Ashley Cecere)
December 18, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBWe talk about legislative issues which are holding up the federal budget including: the farm bill, disaster funding, flood insurance, the Violence Against Women Act, and red flag laws. Then, we share our conversation with Ashley Cecere about how government contracts work. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm L...
Pelosi in the Oval and VAratifyERA (with Kati Hornung)
December 14, 2018 08:00 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBWe discuss that Oval Office meeting and how gender shapes our commentary of it. Plus, Beth explains what in the world the war in Yemen has to do with the Farm Bill. Finally, we share our conversation with Kati Hornung of VAratifyERA about her work for equal rights in Virginia. Sign the VAratifyERA petition. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Our ...
Updates from the Mueller Investigation and Tiffany Bond
December 11, 2018 08:00 - 53 minutes - 73.6 MBWe're discussing Individual 1 and the latest updates from the Mueller investigation, plus sharing our follow-up conversation with Tiffany Bond, who ran for Congress as an Independent in Maine. Outside of politics, we're talking about the latest season of Top Chef. Compliment the Other Side: I’m a Democrat and a Feminist. And I Support Betsy DeVos’s Title IX Reforms. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports a...
Following Up with Crystal Quade and Sarah Riggs Amico
December 07, 2018 08:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBWe catch up with Missouri legislator Crystal Quade and Georgia lieutenant governor candidate, Sarah Riggs Amico. They share their experiences since we last spoke with them, what life has been like post-election, and what comes next for them. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in Februar...
President George H. W. Bush, Trade, and the Mueller Investigation
December 04, 2018 08:00 - 50 minutes - 70 MBOn today's episode, we're catching up on the news; there's been lots going on in the world as we had guest hosts last week. In our main segment, we remember President Bush, who passed away Friday. To close out, we talk about what we've loved watching lately: Netflix's The Bodyguard and Ralph Breaks the Internet. Recommended Resources: U.S.-China Trade Truce Gives Both Sides Political Breathing Room USMCA Versus NAFTA on the Environment Trump signs NAFTA replacement deal ahead of the G...
Politics as a Side Hustle (with Mayor Brandi Harless)
November 30, 2018 08:00 - 22 minutes - 31 MBSarah and Mayor Brandi Harless of Paducah, Kentucky share their personal experiences with the finances of local politics. They talk about the economics of making public office your side hustle and some policy ideas to help the current reality. When Politics Is Your Side Hustle We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But...
The Border, Ukraine, and the Automotive Industry (with Bryn Behrenshausen)
November 27, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBBeth and guest host Bryn talk about the news of the week, including the crisis at the border, news in Ukraine, and the status of the American automotive industry. Recommended Resources: Maryland and Gerrymandering New Democrats in the House We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in Fe...
How We Tell America's Stories (Live from Gettysburg, PA)
November 23, 2018 08:00 - 40 minutes - 56.5 MBWe're sharing the live podcast we recorded last weekend in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. We talk extensively about how we discuss American stories like Thanksgiving and the Civil War. We also talk a little bit about the Georgia gubernatorial race and the response of Stacey Abrams to the results. Plus, we share the Q&A time with listeners at the event. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bon...