Pantsuit Politics
"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. Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media https://lemonadamedia.com/
Episodes
What can Canada's death laws teach us about policy limits? Sarah and Beth examine Canada's medical assistance in dying (MAID) program, where assisted deaths now account for 1 in 20 deaths nationwide - more than Alzheimer's and diabetes combined. They trace how policies that began with terminally ill patients have expanded to include those with treatable conditions and mental health issues alone.
When does personal autonomy go too f...
How have our perspectives changed since October 7th? Sarah and Beth open up about the difficulty of covering a conflict where any words will cause pain to someone. They share how their perspectives have evolved since October 7th and grapple with the moral complexities of Israel's actions, America's role, and what comes next.
How do you hold complexity without losing moral clarity? Sarah and Beth explore how the Israeli government's...
Today, we're sharing our spicy bonus episode from last week with everyone. We do an episode like this once a week for our premium subscribers on Substack. If you enjoy this conversation, we'd love for you to join us on Substack. We're running an end of summer sale through August 31st with 15% off an annual subscription. Use this link to get your savings while they last! http://pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/subscribe/summersale&nbs...
Are President Trump's diplomatic gambles paying off or backfiring? Sarah and Beth analyze Trump's summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska, examining whether giving Putin a platform on American soil legitimizes his regime or advances genuine peace negotiations.
What does the Jeffrey Epstein case reveal about justice in America? Sarah and Beth debate how wealth and power corrupt our justice system. They wrestle with distinguishing...
Are we ready for the AI revolution transforming our world? Sarah and Beth dive into the lightning-fast rise of artificial intelligence that's reshaping how we work, connect, and live our daily lives. From workplace automation to community impacts, they unpack our collective anxieties about this technological shift and explore practical approaches to AI regulation and engagement.
What does it mean to stay resilient in an AI-driven w...
Sarah and Beth return from their summer break to discuss how they decide what to cover in today's chaotic political landscape. They dive into the Texas gerrymandering battle and explore the broader shift toward state-level governance happening across America.
Topics Discussed:
- How We Choose Our Topics for the Show
- The Shift from Federal to State Power (and What It Means...
Pantsuit Politics is celebrating ten years of podcasting this year!
A lot has happened politically, culturally, and personally in the last ten years. This summer, we’re revisiting each of the years we’ve been podcasting with a special flashback episode. In our final flashback, we ponder how much we’re still sorting through the remnants left by the whirlwind that ...
We are thrilled to be sharing a conversation today between Beth and Dr. Casey Burgat, a professor and author of the new book, We Hold These "Truths": How to Spot the Myths that are Holding America Back. Beth and Casey talk about the balance of power between the branches of government, what a reset would look like, where they would start fixing things, and — perhaps most importantly — their shar...
Pantsuit Politics is celebrating ten years of podcasting this year!
A lot has happened politically, culturally, and personally in the last ten years. This summer, we’re revisiting each of the years we’ve been podcasting with a special flashback episode. Today, we look back at how emerging technology and the start of the war in Gaza changed the world.
Topics Discussed
- Eme...
Sarah is joined by journalist and author Sara Kehaulani Goo about her new book, Kuleana: A Story of Family, Land, and Legacy in Old Hawai'i. Sara talks about tourism, belonging, and her familial roots in Hawaiian land.
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Pantsuit Politics is celebrating ten years of podcasting this year!
A lot has happened politically, culturally, and personally in the last ten years. This summer, we’re revisiting each of the years we’ve been podcasting with a special flashback episode. Today, we look back at 2022. Sarah explains why she thinks the slap at the Oscars was such a pivot point, and we reflect on the invasion of Ukr...
Today’s spicy bonus episode is available to all listeners. These bonus episodes are where Sarah and Beth let loose a bit more than the main show. Their feelings are often more raw and their conversation often has more heat. This episode, like many of our spicy bonus episodes, is explicit.
If you enjoy this type of conversation from Sarah and Beth, we hope you’ll join us as a paid subscriber her...
Today, we're sharing our conversation with Stanford University College of Medicine researcher Keith Humphreys about his research on what went wrong with post-COVID and post-George Floyd drug policy, and how communities can effectively support people in recovering from addiction.
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Pantsuit Politics is celebrating ten years of podcasting this year!
A lot has happened politically, culturally, and personally in the last ten years. This summer, we’re revisiting each of the years we’ve been podcasting with a special flashback episode. Today, we look back at 2021 and present our theory that it - not 2020 - is the year that actually broke us.
Topics Discussed
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January 6th
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Sarah and Beth talk to Michigan representative Haley Stevens about how the BBB will impact her constituents in Michigan and why she actually loves Congress and the work of being a representative.
Join us for our live show in Cincinnati with a virtual ticket!
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Pantsuit Politics is celebrating ten years of podcasting this year!
A lot has happened politically, culturally, and personally in the last ten years. This summer, we’re revisiting each of the years we’ve been podcasting with a special flashback episode. Today, we are looking at the big moments and lessons learned from the rich text that is 2020.
Topics Discussed
- Parts of 2020 that were Not...
This week, we’re introducing you to a show we think you’ll really enjoy—it’s called Hasan Minhaj Doesn’t Know, and it blends humor with genuine curiosity in a way that feels both fresh and thoughtful.
You probably know Hasan from The Daily Show or
Sarah and Beth discuss the news of the weekend, the heartbreaking flooding in Texas, the FBI's admission that the Epstein files aren't real, and the passage of the Republican Reconciliation bill.
Topics Discussed
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The Big Backward Bill
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The Epstein Files are Not Coming
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Flash Flooding at Texas Camp Mystic
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Austyn Gaffney on Local Climate Resilience and Rebuilding
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Outside of Politics: Summer Music
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Pantsuit Politics is celebrating ten years of podcasting this year!
A lot has happened politically, culturally, and personally in the last ten years. This summer, we’re revisiting each of the years we’ve been podcasting with a special flashback episode. Today, we are looking at the big moments and lessons learned from 2019.
Topics Discussed
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The Year of Ugh: Gover...
Sarah and Beth discuss the status of the President's Reconciliation bill, the end of the Supreme Court term, and share their big ideas for our three branches of government to work better.
Topics Discussed
- The One Big Beautiful Bill and Budget Reconciliation
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The Supreme Court Avoids Big Decisions
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Outside of Politics: Little Things that Make Life Better
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