Pantsuit Politics

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 actions have shifted their thinking, the limits of international law, and whether America should continue military aid without conditions. What is the best summer reading? In Outside of Politics, Sarah breaks down her summer reading wins and fails, from nonfiction gems to "trash" novels, while Beth plans her "fiction fall" reading list. Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, merchandise, chats and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  SHOW NOTES: Today’s spicy bonus episode is about the tension between our personal choices and our community responsibilities as well as the different roles we have in the world, our public lives, and our private lives (which lines up very nicely with Taylor Swift’s big album announcement). More to Say About Showing Up at School (Pantsuit Politics Premium) More to Say About Getting Kids to School (Pantsuit Politics Premium) Taylor Swift on Reclaiming Her Masters, Wrapping The Eras Tour, and The Life of a Showgirl (NHTV) Daily Stoic Newsletter Blazing Eye Sees All: Love Has Won, False Prophets, and the Fever Dream of the American New Age by Leah Sottile See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 between legitimate concerns about institutional failures around the Justice Department's handling of Epstein's case and conspiracy theories. How do you find genuine stress relief in chaotic times? In Outside of Politics, Sarah and Beth discuss managing stress and finding hobbies. Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, merchandise, chats and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 world? In Outside of Politics, they tackle the modern epidemic of burnout and share insights on building lasting resilience in uncertain times. Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, and show merchandise that lets you take the conversation with you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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) Texas Gerrymandering and the National Response Outside of Politics: Hosting Parties Visit our website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 was 2024. Topics Discussed The Whirlwind of 2024 Violence At Home and Abroad Outside of Politics: Beyonce and Pop Girl Summer Visit our website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this insightful conversation, Casey Burgat, a Professor of legislative affairs at George Washington University and author of "We Hold These Truths", discusses the misconceptions that hinder American democracy. He emphasizes the need for engaging local governance and reshaping accountability within political systems. They explore the importance of prioritizing the Constitution over party loyalty and suggest a one-term president dedicated to reform. Amid these serious topics, they bond over their love for the Three Pines series, blending literary escapes with political dialogue.

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 Emerging Technology in 2023 October 7th and the Start of the War in Gaza Outside of Politics: Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Visit our website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Visit our website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Ukraine and the January 6th hearings as big moments as well.  Topics Discussed 2022 as a Pivot Year What Mattered Most in 2022? Outside of Politics: Cultural Highlights of 2022 Visit our website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.