Pantsuit Politics

Sarah & Beth
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May 28, 2019 • 45min

Nancy Pelosi, President Trump, and Women in the Military (with Lt. Col. Jeannette Haynie)

It's the last week of our annual Patreon drive! We're so close to our big goal! 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 discuss the tension between President Trump and Congress, specifically the House of Representatives led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi. We also share our conversation with Lt. Col. Jeannette Gaudry Haynie, a Naval Academy graduate an attack helicopter pilot who is doing important research focusing on the gendered nature of conflict. Thanks to our sponsors: The Politics Guys, Ollie, and Express VPN.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 24, 2019 • 37min

Willie Geist Talks Journalism and the Politics of 2020

We're halfway through our annual Patreon drive! Visit our Patreon page to become part of the incredible community that supports our work and get access to exciting bonus content and perks. After two heavy episodes diving into the weeds of abortion law, we're lightening things up today. We share our great conversation with Willie Geist about journalism, the politics of the 2020 presidential race, and what's in his Netflix queue. Thanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association and Betabrand.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 21, 2019 • 1h 14min

Equality Act, Immigration, Justin Amash, and Abortion Law

We're halfway through our annual Patreon drive! 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 start with a few current events including the House passing the Equality Act, Jared Kushner and the new immigration law, Justin Amash's important Twitter thread, and a surprising Compliment the Other Side from Sarah. Then, we dig in on the complexities of abortion law in America and what we think will happen next. Outside of politics, Sarah shares her thoughts on the Game of Thrones finale and Beth has feelings about the finale of this season of Survivor. Recommended Resources LGBTQ anti-discrimination bill passes House House passes sweeping anti-discrimination bill to expand protections of LGBT people President Trump unveils new immigration plan Key facts about U.S. immigration policies and proposed changes Michigan GOP congressman says Trump’s conduct impeachableMissouri Democratic lawmakers slam abortion bill Missouri Lawmakers Pass Bill Criminalizing Abortion at About 8 Weeks of PregnancyThanks to our sponsors: theSkimm, Ritual, and Legacy Box.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 17, 2019 • 33min

5 Things You Need to Know About Abortion Law

This week kicked off our annual Patreon drive! Visit our Patreon page to become part of the incredible community that supports our work and get access to exciting bonus content and perks. Today, we're sharing five things you need to know about abortion law in advance of a deeper conversation about recent events on Tuesday's episode. Abortion has a long emotional history in the US that Roe vs. Wade didn't stop.Ohio, Mississippi, Kentucky, and Georgia have passed "heart beat bills".Heartbeat bills and outright bans on abortion in all circumstances are surging in popularity, despite the fact that public opinion is largely more nuanced about abortion.Stare decisions recently took a hit on the Supreme Court. Kentucky's law has already been struck down in court. Mississippi and Ohio's are already being challenged. Georgia and Alabama laws are also expected to be challenged.Resources on Abortion Law New poll finds "dramatic shift" on abortion attitudesGallup polls on abortion Abortion would automatically be illegal in these states if Roe v. Wade is overturned Abortion Opponents Think They’re Winning. Have They Set Themselves Up to Fail?‘The Time Is Now’: States Are Rushing to Restrict Abortion, or to Protect ItThanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association and Rothy's.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 14, 2019 • 1h 14min

International Trade, European Election Meddling, and Rural Infrastructure

Today starts our annual Patreon drive! 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 share thoughts on a variety of international news stories including trade with China, conflict with Iran, and Russian interference in European elections. Then, we dive deep on rural infrastructure and how the lack thereof is affecting America. Outside of politics, Sarah fumes about Game of Thrones and Beth contemplates different kinds of love on her 12th anniversary.International News Recommendations: Houthi Rebels in Yemen Four Ships Sabotaged in UAE US Air Carrier in the Gulf Russia and the European ElectionsCompliment the Other Side: Democratic Lawmakers and the Death PenaltyRural America Recommendations: The Hard Truths of Trying to ‘Save’ the Rural Economy The Opioid Epidemic in Kermit, W.Va. In deep-red West Virginia, Warren touts plan to fight opioid crisis Sanders' plan for rural America isn't much of a plan They Were Promised Coding Jobs in Appalachia. Now They Say It Was a Fraud. Kentucky’s $1.5 Billion Information Highway to Nowhere Why Rural America Needs Cities A New American Dream: The Rise of Immigrants in Rural America Rural America is Stranded in the Dial-Up Age How Rural Communities Are Embracing Immigrants and Thriving as a ResultThanks to our sponsors: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 10, 2019 • 43min

Contempt, Military Action, School Shootings, and Drugs

It's been a diverse news week and our conversation in this episode reflects that. We talk about Congress holding Attorney General Bill Barr in contempt and where things may be going next on the investigation/impeachment front. We also talk about the multitude of countries this with which this administration seems interested in going to war. We share our heartbreak over the school shootings this week and the hero students who sacrificed themselves for their classmates.Finally, we have a conversation about drugs. Denver has decided to decriminalize psychedelics and Sarah is here for it. Beth, not so much. What we are both here for is a serious conversation about pharmaceutical advertising, something President Trump has been tweeting about lately.We want to hear your opinions! Please take a couple minutes and fill out our 2019 listener survey. We are thinking big about the future of the podcast and and we can't possibly continue down that road without your guidance. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Thanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association and Express VPN. 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 7, 2019 • 1h 22min

Rachel Held Evans, Middle Eastern Conflict, Bill Barr, and a Big Idea Catch-up

In our first segment, we share our grief over the death of Rachel Held Evans. We also talk about conflict in the Middle East (in both Gaza and Iran) and the continuing drama between Attorney General Bill Barr and Congress. In the main segment, we have a conversation about some big ideas that have been floating around the internet lately including the Bring Down the House documentary on Netflix, women working long hours and experiencing burnout in the workplace, tragedy, and empathy. We want to hear your opinions! Please take a couple minutes and fill out our 2019 listener survey. We are thinking big about the future of the podcast and and we can't possibly continue down that road without your guidance. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Thanks to our sponsors: theSkimm, ThirdLove, and Hello Fresh.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 3, 2019 • 1h 9min

The Barr Hearing and Electoral Conversations (with Lauren Leader)

Our recap of and conversation about the Barr hearing leads us into a deeper conversation about elections, past and future. How should we be talking about 2016? Should we care what Hillary Clinton has to say? Who should we trust? We talk about all that and more. Then, we share Sarah's conversation with Lauren Leader, author of Crossing the Thinnest Line and CEO of All In Together, about the variety of ways women can be politically engaged. We want to hear your opinions! Please take a couple minutes and fill out our 2019 listener survey. We are thinking big about the future of the podcast and and we can't possibly continue down that road without your guidance. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Thanks to our sponsors: the American Beverage Association and Lola.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 30, 2019 • 1h 12min

Chabad Shooting, Joe Biden, Barr's Testimony, and Impeachment

First up, we discuss current events, including the Chabad synagogue shooting, the coverage of Joe Biden compared to female Democratic candidates, and AG Barr's testimony. In the main segment, we have an in-depth conversation about impeachment and whether or not Congress should consider impeaching President Trump. Finally, we talk about Avengers: Endgame. Yes, there are spoilers, but don't worry! They are at the end of the show and can easily be skipped. Recommended Resources: She was at the synagogue to mourn her mother. She was killed while protecting the rabbi. San Diego synagogue shooting casts spotlight on rapidly growing Orthodox Jewish Chabad movement Barr Threatens Not to Testify Before House, but Democrats May Subpoena HimCompliment the Other Side: Pennsylvania DemocratsWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Thanks to our sponsors: The Politics Guys, Ritual, and Robinhood.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 23, 2019 • 1h 1min

The Mueller Report, Church Tragedies, and Middle Eastern Diplomacy

We discuss church tragedies around the world, including the hundreds dead in Sri Lanka, the fundraising to rebuild Notre Dame, and the churches which were burned in Louisiana. We also talk about Iran, John Bolton, and what's going on with our Middle Eastern diplomacy. During Compliment the Other Side, Beth compliments Minnesota women working on climate change and Sarah compliments Mitt Romney.In our main segment, we break down the Mueller report. We read the whole thing and do our best to discuss it in a measured, thoughtful way. We also consider what actions may or should be taken as a result of the report. Can't get enough Pantsuit Politics? Come see us at Florence Christian Church in Florence, KY on April 27 for a discussion about how churches can lead and facilitate grace-filled political conversations. You can also buy Pantsuit Politics merch!We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Thanks to our sponsors: the National Partnership for Women and Families, LegacyBox, and Headspace.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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