
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

Jul 19, 2024 • 31min
The Nuanced Life: The Nuanced Journey of Early Parenthood
When we put out the call for questions for this revival of The Nuanced Life, we were flooded with questions about parenthood, particularly early parenthood. We are devoting this full episode to talking about the magical and mysterious and maddening early stages of parenthood. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 17, 2024 • 34min
Why Strongmen Win on Foreign Policy with Jeff Friedman
At times, there is a divergence between what voters say they want and how they vote. This can be particularly true when it comes to foreign policy. Jeff Friedman, author of The Commander-in-Chief Test, explores that idea with us. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 15, 2024 • 1h 1min
The Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump
Sarah and Beth are together today discussing the attempted assassination of Donald Trump over the weekend at a rally in Pennsylvania. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 12, 2024 • 39min
The Nuanced Life: You Are More Than Your Roles
On this new episode of The Nuanced Life, we dig into the idea of identity diversification and how to thoughtfully shape your personal identity around more than one aspect of your life. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 9, 2024 • 45min
The FTC Says No to Noncompetes
The Federal Trade Commission wants you to be able to quit your job. Their new rule banning noncompetes has the potential to shake up the labor market in big ways. We spoke with Elizabeth Wilkins about the reasoning behind the rule change and why you should care. TOPICS DISCUSSED New Rules from the FTC with Elizabeth Wilkins Outside of Politics: Packing Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 5, 2024 • 40min
The Nuanced Life: When Faith Meets Family
TOPICS DISCUSSED Faith and Dating Faith and Parenting Our Relationships with Church Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 14min
Presidential Immunity: The Hubris is Nuclear
Sarah and Beth discuss the Supreme Court and Biden's re-election Campaign TOPICS DISCUSSED The Supreme Court Rules on Trump v. United States The State of President Biden’s Re-Election Bid The White House comment line is (202) 456-1111. You can call Tuesday - Thursday from 11 am - 4 pm. Email: Share Your Thoughts - Contact the President | The White House Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 28, 2024 • 52min
America Lost the Debate
Yesterday, President Joe Biden and former (twice-impeached, 34-time felon) President Donald Trump faced off in the first Presidential debate of the 2024 Election. It was intense, as is Sarah and Beth’s response. They take today’s episode to process it together. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 25, 2024 • 1h 12min
Housing in America with Jerusalem Demsas
There's a lot going on this week. Sarah and Beth discuss several of the big stories. Then, we break down one of the most complex, important issues in America: housing. Jerusalem Demsas of The Atlantic joins us for a great conversation. TOPICS DISCUSSED Louisiana’s 10 Commandments Law The Supreme Court on Guns and Domestic Violence Housing in America with Jerusalem Demsas Outside of Politics: Travis Kelce on Stage with Taylor Swift at the Eras Tour Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 21, 2024 • 43min
The Nuanced Life: Conflict in Romantic Relationships
We're joined by Meredith Goldstein of the Boston Globe's Love Letters column and podcast to discuss navigating conflict within romantic relationships. TOPICS DISCUSSED Managing Different Approaches to Parenting Conflict in Romantic Relationships with Meredith Goldstein of Love Letters Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website. Join us for our live presidential debate chats. You can join Sarah on our Substack page and Beth on our Patreon page. (Patrons at all levels have access to the chats. In the Patreon app or on your web browser, navigate to our Patreon page and visit the chat tab (look for the speaking bubble icon.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.