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On today’s show, we’re continuing our discussion and demonstration of how we talk politics with our kids. We are excited to share a conversation today between Brian Tyler Cohen, Sarah, and Sarah’s teenage son Griffin. A conversation between a teenage content consumer, the content creator, and the teen’s parent is a rare combination - one we think offers a lot of insight.   We are thrilled to be hosting a joint live show this November 7th with one of our favorites, Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! Join us in Boston - or via live stream - for a fun night among friends.   Join us for a live virtual event with the Mormon Women for Ethical Government on Thursday, October 17 at 7pm MT / 9pm ET. All are welcome to join in real-time, but the recording will only be available to MWEG members. Sign up through this link and join us!   Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beth is joined by Anna Musky-Goldwyn of Political Playlist Happy Hour to discuss the young Republicans and the future of the party.   Anna is a co-founder of Political Playlist which highlights members of Congress under 45-years-old, informing its audience about the next generation of leadership across the political spectrum. As a co-host of the Political Playlist Happy Hour podcast, Anna and her fellow Millennial co-hosts discuss news coming from these young politicians and have the kind of political conversation you'll actually want to listen to.    Join us on Patreon to get more content like this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We get so many questions about how to talk to kids about politics. Today, we're sharing some of what we have learned over the years with our own children, including a demonstration conversation between Beth and her daughter Ellen.   TOPICS DISCUSSED Talking to Your Kids About Politics Beth and Ellen Discuss the Presidential Debate Outside of Politics: Screen Time   We are thrilled to be hosting a joint live show this November 7th with one of our favorites, Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! Join us in Boston - or via live stream - for a fun night among friends.   Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss the longshoreman strike and what it means for the economy and election and then share their interview with Maryland Governor Wes Moore.   TOPICS DISCUSSED Longshoremen’s Strike Our Conversation with Governor Wes Moore   SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We are thrilled to announce a joint live show this November 7th with one of our favorites, Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! Join us in Boston - or via live stream - for a fun night among friends.   Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator JD Vance and Governor Tim Walz had a substantive debate on Tuesday night. Sarah and Beth are discussing their reactions and critiques together.   TOPICS DISCUSSED Vice Presidential Debate  Outside of Politics: Containers and Boundaries in Modern Life   SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:   We are thrilled to announce a joint live show this November 7th with one of our favorites, Vanessa Zoltan of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text!  Join us in Boston - or via live stream - for a fun night among friends.   Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharing an episode of To See Each Other, a show that complicates the narrative about small town Americans in our most misunderstood, and often abandoned, communities. This season, host George Goehl travels to Lincoln County, Wisconsin to follow a small town battle for the last remaining public nursing home in the community. It’s a heart-pounding roller coaster of a fight - in a swing state that could determine the election. Over the course of the show, a universal truth emerges: That in every complicated set of politics, when we refuse to give up on each other, we can build a better future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are more than 140 referendums, initiatives, and amendments on state ballots this November. Sarah and Beth are breaking them down and sharing their thoughts on the trends they see.   TOPICS DISCUSSED Abortion Referendums in Ten States Ballot Initiatives: Election Reform, Crime, Legalization of Marijuana, Immigration, Taxes, and Prison Labor Kentucky Amendment 2 Outside of Politics: Invitations   Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss the upcoming UN Summit, down-ballot races in the November election, and the rat race of parenting.   TOPICS DISCUSSED UN Summit Down-ballot Races and Scandals Outside of Politics: School Pictures and Fundraisers   Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.   For information about our 2025 Speaking Calendar and book talks reach out to us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re joined by Sharon McMahon, podcaster and author, to discuss her new book, The Small and the Mighty: Twelve Unsung Americans Who Changed the Course of History, from the Founding to the Civil Rights Movement.   Why Are Groceries So Expensive Right Now? (Pantsuit Politics Premium)   Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss a chaotic political weekend, including an apparent second attempt on former President Donald Trump's life, what is and isn't happening in Springfield, Ohio, and the cacophony surrounding the former President's relationship with Laura Loomer, a far-right activist and internet personality. Outside of politics, we'll discuss America's sleep obsession.   TOPICS DISCUSSED Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump Laura Loomer and Donald Trump Springfield, Ohio Outside of Politics: Sleepmaxxing   Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.