
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.
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Latest episodes

Jun 30, 2023 • 1h 9min
The Trump Indictment, the 2024 Presidential Primary, and Affirmative Action
Sarah and Beth discuss the Trump Indictment, the 2024 Presidential Primary (on both sides of the aisle), The Supreme Court and it's overturning of precedent, and outside of politics they discuss favorite children and parenting.TOPICS DISCUSSEDTrump’s Federal Indictment2024 Presidential PrimaryThe Supreme CourtAffirmative Action and Equal ProtectionOutside Politics: Favorite Children and ParentingVisit 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.

Jun 27, 2023 • 53min
A Russian Coup Attempt, OceanGate, and Abortion in Post-Roe America
We process the attempted coup in Russia by the Wagner group and its abrupt end, the coverage of the OceanGate disaster, and reflect on the year since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade.TOPICS DISCUSSEDAn Attempted Russian CoupTitanic OceanGate Submersible ImplosionThe Anniversary of the Dobbs DecisionOutside of Politics: Reflecting on JuneVisit 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.

Jun 23, 2023 • 39min
Government Leaks: Ten Years Since Edward Snowden
It's been a decade since Edward Snowden leaked government documents. Today, we're reviewing the history of what led him to that point and what happened in the aftermath. We found it helpful to look at the story as a whole rather than the slow trickle of reveals that happened at the time. We hope you'll find this look back valuable as a historical exercise and as we think about the more significant impact of leaking government documents.TOPICS DISCUSSEDAn American History of LeaksEdward Snowden’s Path to LeakingOutside of Politics: Family DialectsVisit 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.

Jun 19, 2023 • 20min
5 Things You Need to Know About Juneteenth
Juneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Today, it celebrates African American freedom and achievement. We're returning to our 2020 episode about the holiday with a few of the facts that you should know as you celebrate today.FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT JUNETEENTHJuneteenth began in Texas with late news of emancipation.Emancipation Park in Houston began as a place to celebrate Juneteenth.Juneteenth was widely observed following the assassination of Dr. King.Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, although not all states observe it.Communities celebrate at different times.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.

Jun 16, 2023 • 1h 2min
Why the Modern Male is Struggling with Richard V. Reeves
We are delighted to share this conversation between author and researcher Richard Reeves and Sarah. Reeves published his book, Of Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male Is Struggling, Why It Matters, and What to Do about It in 2022. It’s an incredible, important exploration of the challenges facing boys and men in the modern era. This is one you don’t want to miss.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.

Jun 13, 2023 • 43min
Friendship and Heartbreak with Jennifer Senior
We are returning to our June 2022 conversation with reporter Jennifer Senior about friendship, heartbreak, and her ongoing reporting projects. This discussion is a delight and we hope you enjoy hearing it again.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.

Jun 9, 2023 • 1h 13min
20 Years of Marriage with Sarah and Nicholas Holland
Sarah and Nicholas discuss this week's headlines and reflect on their 20 years of marriage.TOPICS DISCUSSEDLIV / PGA Golf MergerMike Pence and Chris Christie join the GOP Primary FieldCNN Chairman and CEO Chris Licht is out20 Years of Marriage with the HollandsOutside of Politics: Everyday CarrySave the Date: Pantsuit Politics Live in Paducah October 21, 2023Be sure to sign up to get the Pantsuit Politics Newsletter delivered to your inbox every Friday.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.

Jun 6, 2023 • 1h 3min
The California Effect with Leslie Foss
Sarah and guest host Leslie discuss California politics, the backlash to corporate inclusion policies, the debt deal, and, outside politics, their favorite television shows.TOPICS DISCUSSEDMcCarthy and Biden’s Debt Limit Deal Signed into LawConservative Backlash to Corporate Inclusion PoliciesThe California EffectOutside Politics: Sarah and Leslie talk televisionSave the Date: Pantsuit Politics Live in Paducah October 21, 2023Be sure to sign up to get the Pantsuit Politics Newsletter delivered to your inbox every Friday. 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.

Jun 2, 2023 • 1h 12min
Climate Smart Travel with Rick Steves & Craig Davidson
We're joined by Rick Steves and the COO of Rick Steves Europe, Craig Davidson, to talk about their Climate Smart Commitment. Then, Sarah and Beth discuss how they have and do navigate travel limitations. TOPICS DISCUSSEDClimate Smart Commitment with Rick Steves and Craig DavidsonOutside of Politics: Navigating Travel LimitationsVisit 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.

May 31, 2023 • 53min
The Debt Ceiling Deal and the 2024 GOP Primary
Sarah and Beth share an update on the state of the debt ceiling deal and what the agreement says about the GOP heading into the 2024 Presidential Primary. They discuss family histories with Allen County Genealogy librarian Elizabeth Hodges. TOPICS DISCUSSEDPresident Biden and Speaker McCarthy’s Debt Ceiling DealState of the Republican Party and 2024 Republican Presidential PrimaryGenealogy Research with Elizabeth HodgesOutside of Politics: Pantsuit Politics Summer ScheduleVisit 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.