Pantsuit Politics

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Topics Discussed:Wednesday night debate (01:46)Thursday night debate (27:13)Events and Interviews:Podcast Movement (August 13-16)Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16)Sponsors:The American Beverage AssociationVistaprintThank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics Discussed:Detention Centers at the Border (05:14)E. Jean Carroll's Rape Accusation (26:25)Compliment the Other Side: Tucker Carlson & Governor Kate Brown (32:05)True Crime (41:31)The Enneagram and Parenting (01:02:11)Resources: Why a Government Lawyer Argued Against Giving Immigrant Kids Toothbrushes Hideous Men (E. Jean Carroll's essay)12 Reasons We Love True Crime, According to the Experts What One Researcher Discovered About America's True Crime Obsession Don't Use My Family For Your True Crime Stories I opened up about my stalker to a true crime podcast. Here’s why it helped me heal. As Making a Murderer returns, is the obsession with true crime turning nasty? Netflix’s Ted Bundy documentary and the problem with peak true crime Our addiction to true crime has a human cost Why our true crime obsession is bad for societyIs our growing obsession with true crime a problem? Why are we obsessed with true crime and what is it doing to our minds? The Complete Enneagram: 27 Paths to Greater Self-Knowledge by Beatrice ChestnutEvents and Interviews:Ambition Out Loud podcastPodcast Movement (August 13-16)Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16)Sponsors:The American Beverage... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics Discussed:Mark Charles (02:43)Reparations (07:18)Joe Biden (16:15) The New York Times Meet the Candidate videosEvents and Interviews:Speaking Your Brand podcast United and Together podcast Minnesota Public Radio with Kerri MillerPodcast Movement (August 13-16)Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16)Sponsors:The American Beverage AssociationAwaySilk TherapeuticsThank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Charles:Mark Charles website and campaign site Mark Charles enters 2020 race Mark Charles on America's apologyThe Tragedy Expert on Without FailEvents and Interviews:Speaking Your Brand podcast United and Together podcastPodcast Movement (August 13-16)Evolving Faith (October 4-5) Blissdom (November 14-16)Sponsors:The American Beverage AssociationRitualExpress VPNThank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we're featuring two incredible women who are running for Senate in 2020. MJ Hegar is running against incumbent John Cornyn in Texas. Stephany Rose Spaulding, who spoke to us during her 2018 campaign for Congress, is running for the Democratic nomination in Colorado. Can't get enough Pantsuit Politics? Come see us speak this fall at Podcast Movement, Evolving Faith, and Blissdom.Thanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association, Quip, and Silk Therapeutics.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the "deal" the administration made with Mexico over tariffs and Hong Kong protests about extradition legislation. Beth compliments Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada and Sarah compliments states working to overturn the death penalty. In our main segment, we return to our conversation about Brexit and share what we think will happen. Outside of politics, we talk accents and celebrate Nicholas Holland's 40th birthday. Can't get enough Pantsuit Politics? Come see us speak this fall at Podcast Movement, Evolving Faith, and Blissdom.Thanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association, Rothy's, and Betabrand.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite the fact that Brexit has been a thing for years now, things are still a mess over in the United Kingdom as they attempt to decide exactly how this is going to go down. Today, we're breaking down what you need to know about Brexit before we discuss our opinions about it on Tuesday's episode. We'll be answering all these questions and more:How did Britain get to be in the European Union in the first place?How did Bexit became a thing?What's in the divorce deal?What is the Irish backstop and why is it complicating things?What happens after Theresa May leaves office?Brexit Resources:Financial Times Brexit Coverage What's the difference between the withdrawal agreement and political declaration?What's in the political declaration?BBC correspondents on the draft dealYour simple guide to the UK leaving the EUThanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association and HelloFresh.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We start by talking about developments in the 2020 field, including the addition of Mark Charles, Kirsten Gillibrand's failure to launch, and security risks exemplified by what happened to Kamala Harris. We also share our heartbreak over the shooting in Virginia Beach and ponder President Trump's state visit to the United Kingdom. For Compliment the Other Side, Beth honors the work of Democrats in Connecticut who are working on a new budget package. In our main segment, we respond to listener Cody's message about Pride Month. We share our personal journeys in relation to LGBTQ rights and how we got to the positions we hold now.Finally, we reflect again on the life and legacy of Rachel Held Evans and what an honor it was to be at her funeral this weekend. It was truly a sacred experience and we are so grateful to have known her. We encourage you to take the time to watch the funeral service yourself.Thanks to our sponsors: theSkimm, ThirdLove, and FabFitFun.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the last day of our annual Patreon drive! We're so close to our big goal of 1000 patrons! Visit our Patreon page to become part of the incredible community that supports our work and get access to exciting bonus content and perks. We talk through the news of the week, including that nine minute press conference that Robert Mueller gave urging us all to read his report. We also discuss the Israeli election, the potential boycotts of red states, and the absurd reason the USS John McCain is in the news. Thanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association and Quip.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), is available! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! We appreciate all of you who are spreading the word about the book to your local bookstores, libraries, and social circles.Can't get enough Pantsuit Politics? Check out our recent appearance on The Politics Guys and Something from Nothing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.