
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

Apr 21, 2023 • 48min
Opioids in America: Part 2
We discuss recent gun violence and the impact of fentanyl on the opioid crisis.TOPICS DISCUSSEDGun Violence Opioid Crisis and Fentynal Outside of Politics: 10 Things to Tell You with Laura TremaineIf you or someone you love is struggling with Substance Abuse you can get treatment referrals if you call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or text your zip code to 435748 (HELP4U). Visit SAMHSA.gov. Addiction Recovery Resources from the DEA are also available.To support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.Learn more about Sarah and Beth's speaking events and contact us through 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.

Apr 20, 2023 • 17min
More to Say: Everything is Connected to the Opioid Epidemic
We're sharing an episode of our Pantsuit Politics Premium show, More to Say, that Beth released earlier this week. It really lays the foundation for the conversations we're having on the main show this week and so we wanted you all to have it. 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.RESOURCES:American Cartel: Inside the Battle to Bring Down the Opioid Industry (Bookshop)American Cartel: Inside the battle to bring down the opioid industry (The Washington Post)The Whistleblower (60 Minutes on YouTube)Politicians say they’ll stop fentanyl smugglers. Experts say new drug war won’t work (WAMU 88.5) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 18, 2023 • 45min
Opioids in America: Part 1
Sarah and Beth catch up on developing headlines and begin a conversation on the opioid epidemic that they'll continue on Friday's show.TOPICS DISCUSSEDJack Teixeira Arrested for Leaking Classified DocumentsSupreme Court temporarily stays Mifepristone OrderCongress Comes back into SessionFrench Pension Reform ApprovedViolence in SudanOpioids in America: Part 1Outside of Politics: Felix Holland’s T1D Diagnosis AnniversaryCorrection: Diane Feinstein has stepped down from the Senate Judiciary Committee since this recording. See this article from Politico for more details.If you or someone you love is struggling with Substance Abuse you can get treatment referrals if you call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or text your zip code to 435748 (HELP4U). Visit SAMHSA.gov. Addiction Recovery Resources from the DEA are also available.To support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.Learn more about Sarah and Beth's speaking events and contact us through 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.

Apr 17, 2023 • 25min
Make Me Care About with Jen Hatmaker
Welcome to this special episode of Pantsuit Politics created in partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Acast Creative. We’re here today with our beloved Jen Hatmaker to discuss the new podcast Make Me Care About. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 14, 2023 • 36min
Bragg Fights Back and Biden Ends the COVID Emergency
Sarah and Beth discuss the case NY DA Alvin Bragg is bringing against Rep. Jim Jordan and the Congressional Judiciary Committee. Then, they talk about President Biden ending the official Covid-19 emergency and reflect on what that means. TOPICS DISCUSSEDAlvin Bragg v. Jim JordanCovid-19 National Emergency EndedOutside of Politics: First BirthdaysTo support the show and get access to our Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.Learn more about Sarah and Beth's speaking events and reach out for more information through our website.You can 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.

Apr 11, 2023 • 46min
Gun Violence, Racism in the Tennessee Legislature, and Corruption in the SCOTUS
Sarah and Beth catch up on a week of intense headlines.TOPICS DISCUSSEDKentucky Bank ShootingTennessee State LegislatureMifepristone Federal Court BattleClarence Thomas Accepted Luxury Trips From GOP DonorAmerican Reporter Evan Gershkovich Detained in RussiaOutside of Politics: Orlando Live ShowTo support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.You can 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.

Apr 7, 2023 • 30min
Making Peace: The Good Friday Agreement
We're joined by Ambassador Swanee Hunt and Monica McWilliams to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.To support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.You can 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.

Apr 4, 2023 • 37min
The Law is Ours with Chief Justice Bridget Mary McCormack
We discuss former President Trump's upcoming arraignment, and former Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Bridget McCormack joins us to discuss legal reforms and democratizing the law.TOPICS DISCUSSEDTrump’s Indictment and ArraignmentFormer Michigan State Supreme Court Justice Bridgett McCormack discusses the Justice SystemOutside of Politics: Mail is LifeTo support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.Don't miss Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey in Orlando for The Politics of the Most Magical Place on Earth: Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 7 pm.You can 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.

Mar 31, 2023 • 39min
Nashville: Heartbreak, Exhaustion, and Responsibility
Sarah and Beth do their best to process the horror of another school shooting, this time in Nashville, TN. They also check in on the absurdity of the Gwyneth Paltrow ski trial. TOPICS DISCUSSEDNashville Covenant School ShootingOutside of Politics: The Gwyneth Paltrow Ski TrialTo support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.Don't miss Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey in Orlando for The Politics of the Most Magical Place on Earth: Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 7 pm.You can 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.

Mar 28, 2023 • 54min
Trump in Waco, Judge Duncan's Speech, and Republicans’ Parents' Bill of Rights
Today, we're sharing updates to stories we've been talking about Silicon Valley Bank and protests in Israel. Then Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's rally in Waco, the state of free speech, and disappearing vacation days.TOPICS DISCUSSEDMississippi Tornadoes Silicon Valley Bank PurchaseIsraeli Democracy Trump Rally in WacoStanford Law School and Free SpeechParents’ Bill of RightsOutside of Politics: Disappearing Vacation DaysTo support the show and get access to our upcoming Succession discussions, subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.Don't miss Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey in Orlando for The Politics of the Most Magical Place on Earth: Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 7 pm.You can 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.