Pantsuit Politics

Sarah and Beth share the second part of a larger conversation about the state of the schools. Today's episode covers issues happening in public K-12 schools, including learning loss, staffing shortages, political debates, and more.TOPICS DISCUSSEDHow We Value Public EducationLearning LossStaffing ShortagesFalling EnrollmentPolitical DebateOutside of Politics: Tech Tags for KidsWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will share more information soon.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 share the first part of a larger conversation about the state of the schools. Today's episode covers the expense and admissions process of higher education and, more broadly, what we want from higher education. Outside of politics, Sarah and Beth discuss graduation gifts for graduating seniors.TOPICS DISCUSSEDStudent Loan Forgiveness and The Cost of Higher EducationThe Case for Affirmative ActionThe College Admissions ProcessOutside of Politics: Graduation GiftsWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will share more information soon.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 legal news of the week - including E. Jean Carroll's successful civil suit against Donald Trump and the indictment of George Santos. Then, they consider the state of the tech industry and why it doesn't seem as promising as it once did. TOPICS DISCUSSEDE. Jean Carroll’s Civil Suit Against Donald TrumpGeorge Santos IndictedThe Stumbling of Tech GiantsHeather Armstrong’s Tragic Death and Meaningful ImpactWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will be sharing more information soon.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 Coronation of King Charles and aging leadership and institutions in the United States.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe End of Title 42 and What’s Next for ImmigrationPolicy and Gun ViolenceThe Coronation of King Charles IIIOutside Politics: The Chicks in ConcertWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will be sharing more information soon.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 talk to Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, the Axios China reporter, about China, Taiwan, and their delicate balance.TOPICS DISCUSSEDBethany Allen-Ebrahimian on China and TaiwanOutside of Politics: Best Books of 2023 So FarWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will be sharing more information soon.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 Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling and the criticisms and responses to it.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Federal Budget and Debt CeilingSan Jacinto ShootingThe Witch Trials of J.K. RowlingOutside of Politics: Backlash to Plastic SurgeryWe’re celebrating 1 Year since Sarah and Beth’s book Now What? How to Move Forward When We’re Divided (About Basically Everything) hit the shelves. We hope you’ll celebrate with us by reading, sharing, and reviewing our book.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.

In anticipation of discussing current budget proposals next week, we’re returning to our October 2019 episode on the federal budget process itself. Budget VocabularyMandatory vs. Discretionary vs. Tax BreaksDeficits and DebtThe Process in TheoryThe Process in PracticeTo 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.

We unpack the Dominion Voting v. Fox News settlement and other news, including the next stage of the legal battle over Mifepristone.TOPICS DISCUSSEDBiden’s Anticipated 2024 Presidential AnnouncementSupreme Court Mifepristone RulingDominion Voting Settlement with Fox NewsTucker Carlson and Fox News Part WaysOutside of Politics: Taylor Swift Eras TourTo 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.

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.

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.