Pantsuit Politics

In this discussion, Peter Goodman, the Global economics correspondent for The New York Times, breaks down the implications of President Trump's trade policies. He explains how tariffs impact global supply chains and the challenges faced by American manufacturers relying on imported goods. Goodman critiques the rising protectionism and its socio-economic effects, emphasizing the need for clear international trade agreements. Their conversation balances serious economic insights with personal anecdotes, making complex topics engaging and accessible.

Is Trump putting America first? Is he playing four-dimensional chess for the greater good? Is he incompetent? Sarah and Beth unpack and discuss the geopolitical ramifications of his Oval Office meeting with President Zelenskyy, tariffs, and what it will mean when the impacts come knocking on our doors. Topics Discussed President Trump Meets with President Zelenskyy in the Oval Office President Trump’s Tariffs Go into Effect Outside of Politics: Lent Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Influence and Ideology in the United States Finding Solutions After the Damage Outside of Politics: Whimsical Habits Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 discuss the Trump administration’s approach to foreign policy, most notably marked this week by Ukraine’s exclusion from the negotiating table with Russia. Outside of politics, Beth shares her new hack for managing her online shopping. Topics Discussed Ukraine Excluded from Negotiations Is Elon Musk Building or Destroying Through DOGE? Outside of Politics: Online Shopping Strategies Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s not lost on us that we are taking a more unique approach to the second Trump administration than many other creators. On today’s show, Sarah and Beth explain some of the thinking behind their approach - including why we want to make space for conversations like the next one on today’s show. We share a fabulous conversation with Jane Perlez about China - its economy, its use of surveillance techniques, and its potential future. Plus, it’s Valentine’s Day, so outside of politics, we’re talking romance! Topics Discussed Why We’re Talking About China Jane Perlez on China’s Economy, Surveillance, and Future Outside of Politics: Valentine’s Day and Romance Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss the recent actions of Trump's DOGE, the courts, the tweets, and how we as citizens might think about the current state of the Federal Government. Visit our Substack page for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.