Pantsuit Politics
1,035 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 4.7K ratings"Compelling and thoughtful listening" - the New York Times
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
Nancy Pelosi, Female Leadership, and the Politics of Gratitude (with Diana Butler Bass)
November 20, 2018 08:00 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBThe holiday is fast approaching and we've brought back Diana Butler Bass to discuss the politics of Thanksgiving. Plus, we talk about Nancy Pelosi, Theresa May, and the contentious conversation around female leadership. We also share some thoughts about criminal justice reform and the potential new legislation around the issue. Resources for Thanksgiving: Recognizing Native American Perspectives: Thanksgiving and the National Day of Mourning Decolonizing Thanksgiving: A Toolkit for Com...
Media Access and Election Reform
November 16, 2018 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MBCNN is suing the White House over Jim Acosta's press credentials and the midterms have put a spotlight on the need for serious election reforms. We discuss media access and how the partisanship around our elections affects the process of winning and losing. 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), com...
Sessions out. Whitaker in.
November 13, 2018 08:00 - 57 minutes - 79 MBThe President has appointed Matthew Whitaker as acting attorney general. We discuss what this means for the Mueller probe and for the newly-elected House majority. We also talk about the fires in California, the Thousand Oaks shooting, and our Veterans' Day gratitude moments. Recommended Resources: Fires in California Why California Wildfires Are So Bad Why Forest Fires Burn Cities Thousand Oaks Shooting Thousand Oaks Gunman Posts on Instagram During Shooting Pete Davidson's SNL ...
Sessions out. Whitaker in.
November 13, 2018 08:00 - 57 minutes - 79 MBThe President has appointed Matthew Whitaker as acting attorney general. We discuss what this means for the Mueller probe and for the newly-elected House majority. We also talk about the fires in California, the Thousand Oaks shooting, and our Veterans' Day gratitude moments. Recommended Resources: Fires in California Why California Wildfires Are So Bad Why Forest Fires Burn Cities Thousand Oaks Shooting Thousand Oaks Gunman Posts on Instagram During Shooting Pete Davidson's SNL ...
Post-Election Reflections
November 09, 2018 08:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBFor the first time ever over 100 women are going to Congress. In an avalanche of news, we're going to focus on the election We share our reflections on the midterm elections, including updates on all of "our" candidates. We also talk about the stories which have pushed the news cycle to move on from the election so quickly. 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 Pa...
Election Day and Election Trends
November 06, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBIn our first segment, we discuss the tragic yoga studio shooting in Florida. We're also sharing our thoughts about Iran on social media. In our main segment, we talk about Election Day and all the trends we've observed in this particular election cycle. Recommended Resources: Pantsuit Politics Live in Gettysburg tickets Yoga Studio Shooting Female Candidates Break Barriers, Except Financially Candidate Interviews: Tabitha Isner (February 20 episode) Tiffany Bond (June 26 episod...
Midterm Voting and Women's Leadership in Both Parties (with Sarah Chamberlain and Swanee Hunt)
November 02, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 84.1 MBThe midterm elections are just around the corner. Today, we're sharing conversations with women leaders from both parties as you consider your options heading into the polls. Recommended Resources: Freedom Forum Institute - Women Candidates in 2018 Path to Parity: How Women Run and Win Inclusive Security Swanee Hunt's Website Why don’t Republican women run the way Democrats do? We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our ...
Gun Violence and Political Rhetoric in America (with Mary Throne)
October 30, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MBEleven people were murdered at the Tree of Life synagogue during the worst hate crime against the Jewish community in the US in recent memory. We discuss the violence and ugliness that continues to grip the country and share a conversation with another woman campaigning to make positive change: Mary Throne, Democratic candidate for governor in Wyoming. Recommended Resources: Synagogue survivor recounts terror A Broken Jewish Community Kentucky Kroger Shooting Trump's Twitter and the...
Gun Violence and Political Rhetoric in America (with Mary Throne)
October 30, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MBEleven people were murdered at the Tree of Life synagogue during the worst hate crime against the Jewish community in the US in recent memory. We discuss the violence and ugliness that continues to grip the country and share a conversation with another woman campaigning to make positive change: Mary Throne, Democratic candidate for governor in Wyoming. Recommended Resources: Synagogue survivor recounts terror A Broken Jewish Community Kentucky Kroger Shooting Trump's Twitter and the...
Pipe Bombs, Guns, and iPhones: Security in America (with Erica McAdoo)
October 26, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBAs we get closer to Election day and the political rhetoric gets more intense, we've learned that at least seven bombs have been mailed to prominent Democrats. We discuss the political climate, a shooting in our home state, and talk with Erica McAdoo, candidate for the North Carolina Legislature. Recommended Resources: Pipe Bomb Packages Kentucky Kroger Shooting Presidential Phone Security Erica McAdoo website Erica McAdoo social: Facebook and Twitter We are so thankful to our wond...
Immigration, Comedy, Midterms, and Bias (with Lisa Swain)
October 23, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBImmigration and #metoo are back in the news. We discuss the group of people coming up through Central America in hopes of becoming Americans. We also react to The Daily podcast's look into Louis C.K.'s comedy comeback. Then, we share our conversation with Professor Lisa Swain about bias, truth, and the future of democracy. Recommended Resources: Amazon Invests in Closed Loop Fund The Daily: Letting Louis C.K. Back Onstage We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show...
What Nuance and Moderation Mean To Us (with Christina Dalcher)
October 19, 2018 07:00 - 57 minutes - 79.7 MBThis week's news has galvanized a new wave of conversations about what's at stake in the political landscape. We discuss the situation surrounding Jamal Khashoggi's death and The New York Times article questioning the place of nuance in our modern culture. Considering our whole deal is nuance, we have an extended conversation about what nuance and moderation mean to us and how power dynamics matter as a part of that conversation. Then, we share Beth's conversation with author Christina Dal...
How To Be An Informed Midterms Voter
October 16, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBThe midterm elections are frequently described as possessing historic importance. Today, we're sharing resources and discussing how you can be an informed midterms voter. Recommended Resources: Politico Playbook Elizabeth Warren Releases DNA Test Beth's Gratitude Moment: Madelyn Ellen Linsenmeir Obituary The Lazy Genius Meal Planner Voter Resources: Pantsuit Politics Community Midterm Election Resource North Dakota Native IDs Georgia Voter Registration National Voter Registrati...
Climate Change, Saudi-US Relations, A Presidential Op-Ed, and Healthcare Policy Logistics
October 12, 2018 07:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBHurricane Michael has brutalized the Florida panhandle, and journalist Jamal Khashoggi disappeared after entering a Saudi consulate in Turkey. In the midst of these crises, the President is focused on campaigning. We discuss the news and his USA Today op-ed about American healthcare and the partisan divide. That discussion leads us into a deep dive about the practicality of changing the structure of our national healthcare. Recommended Resources: Hurricane Michael Death Toll Missing wri...
The Consequences of Collins, Climate Change, and Campaigns (with Lindsay James)
October 09, 2018 07:00 - 53 minutes - 73.6 MBBrett Kavanaugh is now a justice on the Supreme Court, and international scientists have issued a landmark report on climate change. We talk about the weekend news before sharing our conversation with another exciting female candidate, Lindsay James. She decided to run for Iowa's legislature after President Trump was elected. In our Outside of Politics segment, we talk about movies we've seen recently. Recommended Resources: The IPCC Report Global Warming Warnings What You Can Do Abo...
Kavanaugh Weariness, Tax Fraud, and Georgia Politics (with Sarah Riggs Amico)
October 05, 2018 06:24 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBJust when we think we've exhausted our emotions over the Kavanaugh nomination...another day, another news cycle. We talk through some of the reasons this process is hitting so close to home for us. We also discuss the deeply important The New York Times story about the Trump family and tax fraud. Then, we share our conversation with Sarah Riggs Amico, who is running to become Georgia's Lt. Governor. We hope you will be as excited by her balance, nuance, and passion for policy as we were. We...
Indonesian Tsunami, Violence Against Women, and Yet More Kavanaugh (with Abigail Spanberger)
October 02, 2018 07:00 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBA tsunami has killed more than 800 people in Indonesia. The Violence Against Women Act is set to expire, and the FBI is investigating the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh. We discuss all of those things and also share our wonderful conversation with Abigail Spanberger, a former CIA operative who is now running to represent the Virginia 7th in Congress. Recommended Resources: Indonesian Tsunami Violence Against Women Act Explained Violence Against Women Act Expiration March for Bla...
Dr. Ford, Judge Kavanaugh, and Judicial Ethics (with Crystal Quade)
September 28, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBThe entire nation watched as Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Brett Kavanaugh testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee. We followed the hearings all day on Thursday and are sharing our reactions. On a more hopeful note, we're also sharing our interview with Missouri State Representative Crystal Quade. Crystal Quade: Crystal Quade Website Springfield Democrat works across the aisle to ensure filing of 'cliff effect' bill 'Cliff effect' testimony gets emotional as Springfield mother...
Dr. Ford, Judge Kavanaugh, and Judicial Ethics (with Crystal Quade)
September 28, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBThe entire nation watched as Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Brett Kavanaugh testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee. We followed the hearings all day on Thursday and are sharing our reactions. On a more hopeful note, we're also sharing our interview with Missouri State Representative Crystal Quade. Crystal Quade: Crystal Quade Website Springfield Democrat works across the aisle to ensure filing of 'cliff effect' bill 'Cliff effect' testimony gets emotional as Springfield mother...
Diplomatic Concerns Both Foreign and Domestic
September 25, 2018 07:00 - 53 minutes - 73.2 MBAnother woman has come forward with accusations of sexual misconduct by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. We spend our main segment talking about the ongoing drama surrounding his nomination and the varied emotional reactions to the ever-changing news. We also discuss various stories of diplomacy (or lack thereof) around the world. Foreign... President Trump at the United Nations Jeremy Corbyn and Brexit Theresa May and Brexit Ethiopia-Eritrea border reopens after 20 years .....
Still More Kavanaugh and Jessica Morse for Congress
September 21, 2018 07:00 - 50 minutes - 69 MBBrett Kavanaugh's confirmation continues to be a source of conflict across the country. We are angry, discouraged, and frustrated by the narrative surrounding this story. Thankfully, this episode is balanced out by Beth's uplifting conversation with Jessica Morse, who is running for Congress in California's 4th District. To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, please visit our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kavanaugh and Climate Change (with Elise Larsen)
September 18, 2018 07:00 - 58 minutes - 80 MBAn account of sexual misconduct set off a firestorm around Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court this weekend. We discuss what this means for his possible confirmation along with some other big stories from the weekend. We also share our conversation with Elise Larsen about the urgency of climate change. Recommended Resources: Christine Blasey Ford Speaks Out on Kavanaugh Megan Garber - The Phantom Reckoning Home Birth and Birth Certificates What "Problem" Kids Are Tryin...
Hurricanes, Designing Women, and Tight and Loose Cultures with Michele Gelfand
September 14, 2018 07:00 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MBHurricane Florence is expected to wreak havoc on the Carolinas, Congress is racing to fund the government, and one of our favorite TV writers and producers has revealed that Les Moonves harassed her. We talk about how Designing Women impacted us and how rare strong female characters have been in the history of television. Then, we talk to Professor Michele Gelfand about her research regarding tight and loose cultures and how they affect our politics and our world. Recommended Resources: ...
9/11: The Memorial
September 11, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 51 MBToday is the 17th anniversary of the attacks on September 11th. We visited the memorial and museum in New York City this weekend and were so impacted by the choices that have been made regarding that space. We share audio from our visit and all of our thoughts, as well as a quick lightning round about this week's news. The Life of Kathy Mazza The Oculus Listeners like you make this show - and research trips like our one to NYC - possible. To become a patron and get access to regular bonus...
The Kavanaugh Hearings and the Anonymous Editorial
September 07, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBA Supreme Court nominee, a new Bob Woodward book, and an anonymous editorial in the New York Times. The chaos presidency continues. We so appreciate those of you who support the show. If you aren't a part of our Patreon community yet, check out our page and consider joining the team. You'll receive our gratitude and a bunch of regular bonus content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/11: America at War
September 04, 2018 07:00 - 57 minutes - 78.2 MBThe invasion and occupation of Iraq quickly unraveled the unity Americans found after 9/11. We discuss what happened and what we can learn from it. Recommended Resources: Education Isn't the Key to a Good Income George W. Bush Speech, September 20, 2001 To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Disgusted and Discouraged, but Inspired by Dr. Stephany Rose Spaulding
August 31, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBWith every primary election we're learning that women voters are engaged and unhappy with our political status quo and the candidates who support it. We discuss yet another crisis at our southern border, more staffing changes in the Trump administration, and the female candidates who want to change it all, including Congressional candidate from Colorado, Dr. Stephany Rose Spaulding. To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. S...
Faith, Doubt, the Bible, and Politics with Rachel Held Evans
August 28, 2018 07:00 - 41 minutes - 56.7 MBRachel Held Evans writes about faith, doubt, and life in the Bible belt. Today, we talk with her about politics, faith, and what her understanding of Scripture can teach us about resistance and community. Beth also shares her poignant eulogy for Senator John McCain. Don't miss out on our live show in Gettysburg! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Crime and Punishment and Nuance: Paul Manafort and Michael Cohen
August 24, 2018 07:00 - 48 minutes - 65.9 MBJoin our book launch team! It's been quite a week in political news. We break down what's going on with Paul Manafort and Michael Cohen as well as what it all may or may not mean for President Trump. To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, including more thoughts about Manafort and Cohen, check out our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
News Around the World and Amy McGrath
August 21, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 95.1 MBAmy McGrath's run for Congress has received national attention because her life story is amazing. We share our great conversation with her about her campaign, her military service, and her views on important American issues. We also talk about crises taking place around the world. Global News: Economic Crisis in Venezuela U.S. Embassy Shooting in Turkey Ebola Death Toll Rises in DRC Are You Unintentionally Buying Conflict Minerals? Conflict in the Congo Has to End to Stop Ebola ...
Religion, Power, and Feminism with Erin Wathen
August 17, 2018 07:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBMore painful information about abuse in the Catholic Church has come to light this week. We discuss the heartbreaking crimes that were perpetrated by those in positions of religious power. This leads right in to Sarah's conversation with Erin Wathen, author of Resist and Persist, about the intersections of faith and feminism. Recommended Resources: Catholic Church Abuse in Pennsylvania Resist and Persist by Erin Wathen To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, pleas...
Religion, Power, and Feminism with Erin Wathen
August 17, 2018 07:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBMore painful information about abuse in the Catholic Church has come to light this week. We discuss the heartbreaking crimes that were perpetrated by those in positions of religious power. This leads right in to Sarah's conversation with Erin Wathen, author of Resist and Persist, about the intersections of faith and feminism. Recommended Resources: Catholic Church Abuse in Pennsylvania Resist and Persist by Erin Wathen To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, pleas...
9/11: How Did We Miss This?
August 14, 2018 06:53 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBOne of the hardest questions to grapple with about 9/11 also sounds like the simplest: How'd we miss this? We discuss the history of the FBI and the CIA and their circumstances leading up to September 11. We also do a lightning round and cover Omarosa, the Unite the Right rally, Trump's latest tweets, and the pilot who stole and crashed a plane in Seattle. We end the episode with a discussion of Hannah Gadsby and tension in comedy. Recommended Resources: Afghan Forces Killed on Four Front...
Reflecting on Guest Host Episodes
August 10, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBWe share our reflections on each other's episodes with the guest hosts. We also talk about our takeaways from Tuesday night's elections. Recommended Resources: Drug Offenders and Mass Incarceration Newseum Event on Women in Office To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/11: A New Kind of Terrorism
August 07, 2018 06:03 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBIt's impossible to understand 9/11 and the US response to it without knowing how and why al-Qaeda formed. For Part Two of our 9/11 series, we do a deep dive into recent Middle Eastern history and what led to the creation and successes of al-Qaeda and Osama bin Laden. We also talk about recent media conflicts, concerns around campaign finance, and share our weekly gratitude moments. Media Conflicts: Sarah Jeong and The New York Times Racism Row The New York Times Stands By Sarah Jeong ...
9/11: A New Kind of Terrorism
August 07, 2018 06:03 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBIt's impossible to understand 9/11 and the US response to it without knowing how and why al-Qaeda formed. For Part Two of our 9/11 series, we do a deep dive into recent Middle Eastern history and what led to the creation and successes of al-Qaeda and Osama bin Laden. We also talk about recent media conflicts, concerns around campaign finance, and share our weekly gratitude moments. Media Conflicts: Sarah Jeong and The New York Times Racism Row The New York Times Stands By Sarah Jeong ...
Shifting Political Parties and Military Spouses
August 03, 2018 06:03 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBBeth covers a few current events on her own while Sarah is still on vacation. She shares some thoughts on shifting political parties and how the Trump administration has caused her to double down on conservatism. Then, we share an interview with Libby Jamison and Lauren Weiner about the Military Spouse JD Network and Homefront Rising, a non-partisan initiative that encourages and trains military spouses to speak up and get involved in the political process through advocacy and public service...
Shifting Political Parties and Military Spouses
August 03, 2018 06:03 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBBeth covers a few current events on her own while Sarah is still on vacation. She shares some thoughts on shifting political parties and how the Trump administration has caused her to double down on conservatism. Then, we share an interview with Libby Jamison and Lauren Weiner about the Military Spouse JD Network and Homefront Rising, a non-partisan initiative that encourages and trains military spouses to speak up and get involved in the political process through advocacy and public service...
Paul Manafort, Nia Wilson, Family Separation, and Mass Incarceration
July 31, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBNine million Americans have some kind of active interface with incarceration. If incarceration were a city, it would be the largest city in the US. Guest host Sarah Shotland and Beth discuss this issue in depth and how you can make a difference. They also talk Paul Manafort's trial, Nia Wilson's death, and the ongoing crisis of family separation at our southern border. Paul Manafort's Trial: The Charges and the Stakes Manafort's Lavish Lifestyle Implications for the Russia Probe Nia...
Youth Mental Health with Will Powers
July 27, 2018 07:00 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBMental health - specifically adolescent mental health - is an issue everyone likes to talk about but Will Powers is actually doing something about. We talk to him about the organization he represents, StAMINA, which works to end the stigma around youth mental health in Kentucky. Thanks to our sponsor: Care/Of. To get access to bonus content and support the show, visit our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Progressive Left and the Campaign Experience
July 24, 2018 07:03 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBSarah welcomes guest host Jo Kroger to talk about the state of the progressive left and how it's impacted the Democratic party at large. Sarah also hosts a group of Pantsuit Politics listeners with real life campaign experience. They talk about their levels of involvement in a variety of campaigns and what led them to get involved in the first place. The Campaign Round Table Participants: Maddie Isch for Margaret O'Brien Abby Korb for Tammy Baldwin Carisa Weaver for Robin Kniech Maggie...
Foreign Policy Fiascos and Carri Hicks for State Senate
July 20, 2018 07:00 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MBThe odd grammatical clarifications President Trump and the White House keep offering are dominating headlines, but the policy and actions behind them are far more concerning. We return to our conversation about confronting strangers after so much great listener feedback. We also talk to Carri Hicks, who is running for State Senate in Oklahoma. Carri Hicks for State Senate Donate to Carri To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, including the bonus episode for July, vi...
Trump in Europe, Peter Strzok, New Indictments, and That Press Conference
July 17, 2018 06:37 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBOur plans for today's episode were upended by Donald Trump's extraordinary statements in Helsinki. We share our thoughts on Trump's foreign policy across Europe, the Peter Strzok hearing, the new indictments from the Mueller team, and the shocking Trump-Putin press conference in Helsinki. Recommended Resources: Trump in London Trump and Putin in Helsinki Peter Strzok Hearing More Indictments from the Justice Department Migrant Children Reunification Efforts Gratitude Moment: John...
The Supreme Court, NATO, Calling Strangers Out, and the Trump Family
July 13, 2018 07:00 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBWe're tackling the new Supreme Court nominee, NATO, and Sarah has some things to say to white people with cell phones. This leads us into a conversation about when and how to call out strangers for words and actions we find objectionable. Plus, Beth talks with Emily Fox about her new book about the Trump children, Born Trump. To support the show and get access to bonus content, visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/11: The Day
July 10, 2018 11:22 - 1 hour - 105 MB2,977 people were killed by 19 al Qaeda-backed terrorists on September 11, 2001. Today, as immigration and travel bans dominate the news, we begin a several month exploration of what that day has meant for American government, agencies, policies and culture. We start the show lightning round to cover the this week's headlines. We're also sharing our first gratitude moment, a new regular segment in our Tuesday episodes. Recommended Resources: World Health Assembly, America, and Breastfe...
Exciting News from Pantsuit Politics
July 05, 2018 07:00We hope you're enjoying the holiday week. We couldn't wait until next week to share some special news. To stay in the loop, head to www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com and sign up to join our email list.
Exciting News from Pantsuit Politics
July 05, 2018 07:00 - 1 minute - 2.2 MBWe hope you're enjoying the holiday week. We couldn't wait until next week to share some special news. To stay in the loop, head to www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com and sign up to join our email list.
The Supreme Court
June 29, 2018 07:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBJustice Anthony Kennedy announced his retirement from the Supreme Court this week. We discuss what it may mean for the future of the Court. We also talk about the varied reactions to Justice Kennedy's announcement and how they relate to our discussion of political civility. To support the show and get access to bonus content - including lots more about the Supreme Court - visit our Patreon page and become one of our valued patrons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...
Lightning Round, Political Civility, and Congressional Campaigning in Maine with Tiffany Bond
June 26, 2018 08:56 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBSocial media has been dominated by the serious stories of immigration atrocities and less serious stories about jackets and restaurants. We cover these stories in our lightning round before talking about the need for civility in our political discourse. Plus, we chat with Tiffany Bond about her run to represent the citizens of Maine in Congress. Recommended Resources: Obliterating Culture Where Is Barack Obama? Trump Supporters Dig In Zero-Tolerance Prosecution and Family Reunificati...
Immigration Dilemmas and Talking Politics with Our Kids
June 22, 2018 07:00 - 48 minutes - 66.8 MBAll week, we've heard from listeners who, like us, are struggling to process what's happening at our southern border. We talk through the various elements of this crisis as well as our thoughts and feelings surrounding it. Additionally, we discuss how and why we talk politics with our kids. Recommended Resources: VA Governor Orders Investigation Into Potential Child Abuse President Obama and Family Detention The Profit of Private Immigrant Jails Thanks to our sponsor: TomboyX. Thanks...