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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/

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64:11

The Trump Budget Is A Total Disaster

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/05/02

We're delighted to be joined by Rep. Morgan McGarvey, who has represented Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District since 2023. He spoke to us about the budget process, practical ways to care for veterans, and pushing back against the Trump administration. Plus, outside of politics, he shares a truly unique life experience. Visitour website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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67:18

100 Days of Trump

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/04/29

Sarah and Beth are assessing the successes, failures, and chaos of the first 100 Days of President Trump's second administration. Topics Discussed FBI arrests State Judge Hannah Dugan in Wisconsin President Trump’s First 100 Days Outside of Politics: The Best of Veggies Visitour website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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59:22

Elon Musk’s No Good Very Bad Week

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/04/25

Sarah and Beth delve into Elon Musk's tumultuous week, offering insights into DOGE's “success” and the profit decline at Tesla that has investors on edge. We also explore Musk's complicated family dynamics and his controversial pronatalist views. Outside of politics, we move from talking about monitoring babies to monitoring teens. Topics Discussed Updates on DOGE’s Work Profit Decline and Panic at Tesla Elon Musk’s Children and the Pronatalist Movement Outside of

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65:27

The United States of Donald Trump

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/04/22

Sarah and Beth dive into the Trump administration's troubling deportation policies targeting protesters and examine what happens when presidential power collides with constitutional rights and due process. Topics Discussed Episode Feedback: Death with Dignity The Legacy of Pope Francis Detangling Evil and Incompetence in Trump’s Government Due Process for Non-Citizens Outside of Politics: When is it safe to leave your child alone? Visitour website for complete show notes, premium

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66:18

Death with Dignity

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/04/18

Sarah and Beth explore the complex intersection of medicine, ethics, policy, culture, and personal autonomy surrounding physician-assisted death. They discuss the challenging terrain of end-of-life choices and examine how different countries approach this from a legal perspective. This conversation offers compassionate insight without easy answers about one of healthcare's most nuanced ethical frontiers. Topics Discussed Physician-Assisted Death Outside of Politics: How to Be Happy in Old Age

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58:04

Trump's Royal Court and Aimless Trade War

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/04/15

Sarah and Beth process the violence targeting Governor Shapiro, the Trump administration's sweeping deportation policies, and how the administration's approach to trade, tariffs, and immigration is reshaping relationships with big law, big tech, and big business—creating instability that affects us all. Topics Discussed Violence at Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro's Residence The Trump Administration Doubles Down on Deportation President Trump's Chaotic Tariff Policy Outside of Politics: Sarah's

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60:57

Trump’s Tariffs, Republicans’ Response, and Booker’s...

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/04/04

Sarah and Beth examine President Trump's controversial new tariff proposals and their economic implications, the growing divide within the Republican Party over several different issues, and Senator Cory Booker's history-making speech on the Senate floor. Topics Discussed Tariffs and Liberation Day Congressional Republicans and the Federal Budget Cory Booker’s Speech and a Glimmer of Hope for Democrats Outside of Politics: Produce Wars Visit our website for complete show notes, premium

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51:17

March Madness: NIL, Transfer Portals, and the...

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/03/28

Last year, the Supreme Court changed college sports. Sarah and Beth are taking in the field (no pun intended) to see how the ruling has changed the amateur athletic landscape and how it continues to shift. They discuss NIL (name, image, likeness), transfer portals, and the continued commercialization of the amateur space. Topics Discussed March Madness and Professionalizing College Athletes Outside of Politics: Bodily Fluids and Discomfort Visit our website for complete show notes, premium shows,

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39:52

A Sort-Of Ceasefire and Other Updates From the Middle...

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/03/18

Topics Discussed A Sort-Of Ceasefire The Impact of the Fall of Syria The Influence of Saudi Arabia Outside of Politics: Book Clubs and Comfort Reading Visit our website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:07

Trump's Trade War

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/03/07

On today’s show, we welcome Peter Goodman, The New York Times global economist correspondent, for a discussion on President Trump’s imposition of large tariffs, the escalating trade war they are triggering, and the rippling effects across supply chains for so much of what we buy. Topics Discussed Tariffs, Trade War, and the Global Supply Chain with Peter Goodman Outside of Politics: Wedding Registries Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and episode resources.See

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58:57

Javier Milei: MAGA’s Muse

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/02/28

Sarah and Beth discuss controversial figure Javier Milei, Argentina’s president whose unorthodox style and politics have captured the attention of Elon Musk and America’s MAGA movement. They examine how he came to power in Argentina, what he’s done there, and how his ideology has influenced conservative thinking in the United States. Outside of politics, we want to hear about your whimsical habits! Topics Discussed Argentina Under the Leadership of Javier Milei Milei’s

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59:24

💰Mitch McConnell's Legacy, DOGE, and the Deficit💰

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/02/25

In today's episode, Sarah and Beth discuss Senator Mitch McConnell's announcement that he will not seek an eighth term in the United States Senate. They also discuss the potential impact of DOGE on the national debt, and, outside of politics, they talk about school snow days and how we learn at home. Topics Discussed Senator Mitch McConnell’s Legacy DOGE The US Deficit Outside of Politics: Snow Days and Non-Traditional Instruction Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and episode

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80:04

Is Elon Building or Destroying?

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/02/21

Destruction can be part of the building process; it certainly is a key part of Elon Musk’s approach to business and his new - legally ambiguous - role with DOGE. There is, however, a fine line between disruption and destruction. The tech mantra of “move fast and break things” can be dangerous, particularly when applied to the government. On today’s show, Sarah and Beth explore this idea and how the new Trump administration is letting Musk run full steam ahead. Plus, they

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53:14

Federal Firings, Say Something, and SNL50

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/02/18

On today’s show, Sarah and Beth talk about President Trump's mass firings of probational federal employees and what that means for our communities and government, a mass shooting that was averted and why we're hearing about it, and outside of politics, SNL's 50th-anniversary celebration. Topics Discussed DOGE Fires Federal Employees Sandy Hook Promise Prevents Mass Shooting Outside of Politics: SNL 50 and the next great thing in TV Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and

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58:47

Stalemate Is Not An Option with Holly Page

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/02/07

Beth sits down with Holly Page, who co-founded No Labels, to talk about why they aren't giving up on bipartisan work in Washington D.C., even in this period of intense partisan entrenchment. Plus, outside of politics, they talk networking tips. Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:40

Tariffs, DOGE, and What Democrats Should Do Now

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/02/04

Sarah and Beth are together today to discuss the chaotic beginning of the third week of the Trump administration. They discuss the on-again-off-agency tariffs, the Department of Government Efficiency and its attempts to close USAID, and what they think the Democratic response should be. TOPICS DISCUSSED Tariffs DOGE Outside of Politics: Glitching Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:32

How to (Not Just) Survive the Trump Administration

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/01/24

Today, Sarah and Beth discuss their approach to the second Trump administration. Outside of politics, they discuss whether or not they read more than one book at the same time. TOPICS DISCUSSED Not Just Surviving the Trump Administration Outside of Politics: Reading Multiple Books at Once Email our team at hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com to find out more about having Sarah and Beth come to discuss the value of disagreement with your group or organization. Visit our website for complete show notes

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68:09

Inauguration Day, TikTok, and Senator Cory Booker

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/01/21

Donald Trump returned to office on January 20 in a ceremony held in the Capitol Rotunda. Sarah and Beth discuss his first day in office, his flurry of executive orders, and the TikTok ban and un-ban over the weekend. Then, Senator Cory Booker joins them to discuss what's giving him hope and how he thinks Senate Democrats can work effectively in this administration. TOPICS DISCUSSED President Trump Takes Office Inauguration Executive Orders TikTok Senator Cory Booker on his vision for the

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78:51

Ceasefire, Biden’s Legacy, and the Backlash Cabinet

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/01/17

After 15 months, a ceasefire deal has been reached in the Middle East. Sarah and Beth discuss that as well as the legacy of President Biden. Plus, cabinet hearings have begun for Donald Trump's second cabinet. Outside of politics, Beth and Sarah debate the merits of pens vs. pencils. TOPICS DISCUSSED Ceasefire in the Middle East The Legacy of President Biden The Backlash Cabinet Outside of Politics: Pens vs. Pencils Join our Premium Community on Substack for news, deep dives, and

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56:07

The LA Fires and the Home Insurance Crisis

Pantsuit Politics ·

2025/01/14

Sarah and Beth discuss the fires in Los Angeles and the implications of Climate Crisis for home owners insurance, and how we want to give to good causes in the new year. TOPICS DISCUSSED Los Angeles Fires Home Insurance Crisis Outside of Politics: Magnificent Giving Join our Premium Community on Substack for news, deep dives, and processing all this together. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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