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Publisher |: Sarah & Beth

Media Type |: audio

Podknife tags |: History,; News & Politics,; Society & Culture

Categories Via RSS |: News,; News Commentary,; Politics,; Society & Culture

"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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People |: Sarah Stewart Holland (@bluegrassred),; Beth Silvers (@nkybeth)
Country Of Origin |: USA
Produced In |: KY
Premiere Date |: 2015-11-03
Related Hashtags |: #CohenTestimony,; #GoldenGlobes,; #imlistening,; #nightlynuance
Frequency |: Weekly
Explicit |: No

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811 Available Episodes (811 Total) / Average duration: 00:48:36

Date Duration Most Reviewed Highest Rated

811 Available Episodes (811 Total)Average duration: 00:48:36

May 16, 2023

00:53:49

Sarah and Beth share the first part of a larger conversation about the state of the schools. Today's episode covers the expense and admissions process of higher education and, more broadly, what we want from higher education. Outside of politics, Sarah and Beth discuss graduation gifts for graduating seniors.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

Student Loan Forgiveness and The Cost of Higher Education
The Case for Affirmative Action
The College Admissions Process
Outside of Politics: Graduation Gifts

We’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will share more information soon.

Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.

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May 12, 2023

00:48:59

Sarah and Beth discuss the legal news of the week - including E. Jean Carroll's successful civil suit against Donald Trump and the indictment of George Santos. Then, they consider the state of the tech industry and why it doesn't seem as promising as it once did.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

E. Jean Carroll’s Civil Suit Against Donald Trump
George Santos Indicted
The Stumbling of Tech Giants
Heather Armstrong’s Tragic Death and Meaningful Impact

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May 09, 2023

00:49:52

Sarah and Beth discuss the Coronation of King Charles and aging leadership and institutions in the United States.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

The End of Title 42 and What’s Next for Immigration
Policy and Gun Violence
The Coronation of King Charles III
Outside Politics: The Chicks in Concert

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May 05, 2023

00:52:18

We talk to Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, the Axios China reporter, about China, Taiwan, and their delicate balance.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian on China and Taiwan
Outside of Politics: Best Books of 2023 So Far

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May 02, 2023

01:12:32

Sarah and Beth discuss The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling and the criticisms and responses to it.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

The Federal Budget and Debt Ceiling
San Jacinto Shooting
The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling
Outside of Politics: Backlash to Plastic Surgery

We’re celebrating 1 Year since Sarah and Beth’s book Now What? How to Move Forward When We’re Divided (About Basically Everything) hit the shelves. We hope you’ll celebrate with us by reading, sharing, and reviewing our book.

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Apr 28, 2023

00:21:17

In anticipation of discussing current budget proposals next week, we’re returning to our October 2019 episode on the federal budget process itself.

Budget Vocabulary
Mandatory vs. Discretionary vs. Tax Breaks
Deficits and Debt
The Process in Theory
The Process in Practice

To support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.

Learn more about Sarah and Beth's speaking events and contact us through our website.

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Apr 25, 2023

00:53:38

We unpack the Dominion Voting v. Fox News settlement and other news, including the next stage of the legal battle over Mifepristone.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

Biden’s Anticipated 2024 Presidential Announcement
Supreme Court Mifepristone Ruling
Dominion Voting Settlement with Fox News
Tucker Carlson and Fox News Part Ways
Outside of Politics: Taylor Swift Eras Tour

To support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.

Learn more about Sarah and Beth's speaking events and contact us through our website.

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Apr 21, 2023

00:47:58

We discuss recent gun violence and the impact of fentanyl on the opioid crisis.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

Gun Violence
Opioid Crisis and Fentynal
Outside of Politics: 10 Things to Tell You with Laura Tremaine

If you or someone you love is struggling with Substance Abuse you can get treatment referrals if you call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or text your zip code to 435748 (HELP4U). Visit SAMHSA.gov. Addiction Recovery Resources from the DEA are also available.

To support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.

Learn more about Sarah and Beth's speaking events and contact us through our website.

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Apr 20, 2023

00:16:39

We're sharing an episode of our Pantsuit Politics Premium show, More to Say, that Beth released earlier this week. It really lays the foundation for the conversations we're having on the main show this week and so we wanted you all to have it.

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.

RESOURCES:

American Cartel: Inside the Battle to Bring Down the Opioid Industry (Bookshop)
American Cartel: Inside the battle to bring down the opioid industry (The Washington Post)
The Whistleblower (60 Minutes on YouTube)
Politicians say they’ll stop fentanyl smugglers. Experts say new drug war won’t work (WAMU 88.5)

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Apr 18, 2023

00:44:49

Sarah and Beth catch up on developing headlines and begin a conversation on the opioid epidemic that they'll continue on Friday's show.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

Jack Teixeira Arrested for Leaking Classified Documents
Supreme Court temporarily stays Mifepristone Order
Congress Comes back into Session
French Pension Reform Approved
Violence in Sudan
Opioids in America: Part 1
Outside of Politics: Felix Holland’s T1D Diagnosis Anniversary

Correction: Diane Feinstein has stepped down from the Senate Judiciary Committee since this recording. See this article from Politico for more details.

To support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.

Learn more about Sarah and Beth's speaking events and contact us through our website.

Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.

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May 16 | 00:53:49

The State of the Schools: Higher Education

May 12 | 00:48:59

E. Jean Carroll, George Santos, and the Stumbling of Tech Giants

May 09 | 00:49:52

The Gerontocracy at Home and Abroad

May 05 | 00:52:18

China and the Importance of Taiwan with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian

May 02 | 01:12:32

It's Time to Talk about J.K. Rowling

Apr 28 | 00:21:17

5 Things You Need to Know About the Federal Budget Process

Apr 25 | 00:53:38

Fox News, the Free Press, and Farewell to Tucker Carlson

Apr 21 | 00:47:58

Opioids in America: Part 2

Apr 20 | 00:16:39

More to Say: Everything is Connected to the Opioid Epidemic

Apr 18 | 00:44:49

Opioids in America: Part 1

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