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Sarah and Beth discuss the near physical violence in Congress this week. They also return to their conversations about the economy and the ongoing war in Gaza. TOPICS DISCUSSEDCongress: Funding the Government and Throwing PunchesEconomic Indicators vs. Citizen FeelingsWar in GazaOutside of Politics: Naked AttractionSign up for the Pantsuit Politics Newsletter so you don’t miss our 2023 Holiday Gift GuideVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss last week's election results and what they can or can't tell us to expect in 2024, the wave of moderate officials announcing they won't be seeking reelection next year, and the candidates still seeking the Republican nomination.TOPICS DISCUSSED2023 Election Results2024 Dropouts2024 Presidential PrimaryOutside of Politics: Taylor and Travis in ArgentinaSign Up for the Pantsuit Politics Newsletter so you don’t miss our 2023 Holiday Gift GuideVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're sharing an episode of our Pantsuit Politics Premium show, More to Say, that Beth released earlier this week. 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.Vice President Kamala Harris can’t seem to catch a good news cycle. But why? She’s not perfect, but she’s doing good work. Beth has taken it upon herself to play offense for the Vice President and today starts that initiative.RESOURCES:NAU Students Question VP Harris on Israel-Palestine (AZPM)‘I can’t get into people’s heads': Kamala Harris tries to reshape her public image ahead of 2024 (Politico)Kamala Harris Visits Stonewall Inn to Express Support for LGBTQ Rights (The New York Times)Kamala Harris Says ‘Inequality Persists’ in Home Appraisals (The New York Times)Kamala Harris, at Former Slave Port in Ghana, Ties Past to Present (The New York Times)In Africa, Kamala Harris Looks to Deepen Relations Amid China’s Influence (The New York Times)In Southeast Asia, Kamala Harris is at the center of White House efforts to counterbalance China (AP News) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth talk to Jessica Grose about her work reporting on religiosity (and the lack thereof) in America. Jessica has reported in depth on the "religious nones," people who identify as having no religious practice or faith. Then, we share a conversation with Vanessa Zoltan about finding sacred meaning in secular work.TOPICS DISCUSSEDReligious Nones with Jessica GroseFinding the Sacred in Secular Texts with Vanessa ZoltanFind out about how to have Sarah and Beth speak to your organization and learn about upcoming events.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss Biden's persistently poor poll numbers in the face of positive economic trends.TOPICS DISCUSSEDPositive Economic Numbers and Low Consumer ConfidenceShould Biden Drop Out of the 2024 Presidential Race?Outside of Politics: The Holiday HodgepodgeFind out about how to have Sarah and Beth speak to your organization and learn about upcoming events.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss the invasion of Gaza and upcoming American elections.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Ground Invasion in Gaza Upcoming Local and State ElectionsOutside of Politics: Our Roman EmpiresFind out about how to have Sarah and Beth speak to your organization and learn about upcoming events.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Halloween. Sarah and Beth share their conversation about moral panic in music and culture this Halloween.TOPICS DISCUSSEDMatthew Perry’s Tragic DeathAll Saints DayThe New Satanic PanicOutside of Politics: Happy HalloweenFind out about how to have Sarah and Beth speak to your organization and learn about upcoming events.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the discourse around Israel and Palestine in the United States, Rep. Mike Johnson becoming Speaker of the House and the recent developments in Georgia's RICO case.TOPICS DISCUSSEDIsrael-Hamas WarRep. Mike Johnson: Speaker of the HousePlea Deals in the Georgia RICO caseOutside Politics: Online Shopping and Disconnecting from our PhonesFind out about how to have Sarah and Beth speak to your organization and learn about upcoming events.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss uncertain global situations, the Speaker debacle, and what exactly is going on with bonds, inflation, debt, deficit, and the economy generally.TOPICS DISCUSSEDUnrest in the World Disarray in the HouseBonds, Inflation, and the EconomyOutside of Politics: Pantsuit Politics Live in PaducahFind out about how to have Sarah and Beth speak to your organization and learn about upcoming events.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re delighted to be sharing out conversation with a special guest today, Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg. He chatted with us about the personal impact of infrastructure and transportation projects, as well as shared his concerns over the budget negotiations. Plus, a glimpse into his life as a dad.Find out about how to have Sarah and Beth speak to your organization.To learn more about our weekend of events in Paducah this fall, check out our website.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.