Pantsuit Politics

On today's episode, we're catching up on the news; there's been lots going on in the world as we had guest hosts last week. In our main segment, we remember President Bush, who passed away Friday. To close out, we talk about what we've loved watching lately: Netflix's The Bodyguard and Ralph Breaks the Internet. Recommended Resources: U.S.-China Trade Truce Gives Both Sides Political Breathing RoomUSMCA Versus NAFTA on the Environment Trump signs NAFTA replacement deal ahead of the G20 summitCompliment the Other Side: Bill Clinton: George H.W. Bush’s Oval Office note to me revealed the heart of who he was The Patrician President and the Reporterette: A Screwball Story Neil Gorsuch and Sonia Sotomayor Just Came Out Swinging Against Policing for ProfitWe 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.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it now and lock in the best price!Need holiday gift ideas? Check out our new Pantsuit Politics merchandise! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Mayor Brandi Harless of Paducah, Kentucky share their personal experiences with the finances of local politics. They talk about the economics of making public office your side hustle and some policy ideas to help the current reality.When Politics Is Your Side HustleWe 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.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it now and lock in the best price!Need holiday gift ideas? Check out our new Pantsuit Politics merchandise! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beth and guest host Bryn talk about the news of the week, including the crisis at the border, news in Ukraine, and the status of the American automotive industry. Recommended Resources: Maryland and Gerrymandering New Democrats in the HouseWe 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.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it now and lock in the best price! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're sharing the live podcast we recorded last weekend in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. We talk extensively about how we discuss American stories like Thanksgiving and the Civil War. We also talk a little bit about the Georgia gubernatorial race and the response of Stacey Abrams to the results. Plus, we share the Q&A time with listeners at the event. 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.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it now and lock in the best price! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The holiday is fast approaching and we've brought back Diana Butler Bass to discuss the politics of Thanksgiving. Plus, we talk about Nancy Pelosi, Theresa May, and the contentious conversation around female leadership. We also share some thoughts about criminal justice reform and the potential new legislation around the issue. Resources for Thanksgiving: Recognizing Native American Perspectives: Thanksgiving and the National Day of Mourning Decolonizing Thanksgiving: A Toolkit for Combating Racism in Schools The Future Is Indigenous: Decolonizing Thanksgiving Are You Teaching the Real Story of the "First Thanksgiving"? Teaching kids about Thanksgiving or Columbus? They deserve the real storyWe 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.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now and get access to our Holiday Survival Class on November 20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CNN is suing the White House over Jim Acosta's press credentials and the midterms have put a spotlight on the need for serious election reforms. We discuss media access and how the partisanship around our elections affects the process of winning and losing. 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.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now and get access to our Holiday Survival Class on November 20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President has appointed Matthew Whitaker as acting attorney general. We discuss what this means for the Mueller probe and for the newly-elected House majority. We also talk about the fires in California, the Thousand Oaks shooting, and our Veterans' Day gratitude moments.Recommended Resources: Fires in California Why California Wildfires Are So Bad Why Forest Fires Burn Cities Thousand Oaks Shooting Thousand Oaks Gunman Posts on Instagram During ShootingPete Davidson's SNL Apology Macron's Armistice Day RemarksWhitaker as Acting Attorney General: A Quick Primer on the Legality of Appointing Matthew Whitaker as “Acting” Attorney General I Was the Subject of a Political 'Witch Hunt.' Matt Whitaker Directed It. Here are 5 reasons why Matthew Whitaker isn't attorney general material 'Scam' Company Advised By Matthew Whitaker Threatened Victims, But Hundreds Filed Complaints AnywayWe 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.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now and get access to our Holiday Survival Class on November 20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time ever over 100 women are going to Congress. In an avalanche of news, we're going to focus on the election We share our reflections on the midterm elections, including updates on all of "our" candidates. We also talk about the stories which have pushed the news cycle to move on from the election so quickly. 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.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our first segment, we discuss the tragic yoga studio shooting in Florida. We're also sharing our thoughts about Iran on social media. In our main segment, we talk about Election Day and all the trends we've observed in this particular election cycle. Recommended Resources: Pantsuit Politics Live in Gettysburg tickets Yoga Studio Shooting Female Candidates Break Barriers, Except FinanciallyCandidate Interviews: Tabitha Isner (February 20 episode) Tiffany Bond (June 26 episode) Carri Hicks (July 20 episode) Amy McGrath (August 21 episode) Stephany Rose Spaulding (August 31 episode) Jessica Morse (September 21 episode) Crystal Quade (September 28 episode) Abigail Spanberger (October 2 episode) Sarah Riggs Amico (October 5 episode) Lindsay James (October 9 episode) Erica McAdoo (October 26... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The midterm elections are just around the corner. Today, we're sharing conversations with women leaders from both parties as you consider your options heading into the polls. Recommended Resources:Freedom Forum Institute - Women Candidates in 2018 Path to Parity: How Women Run and WinInclusive SecuritySwanee Hunt's Website Why don’t Republican women run the way Democrats do?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.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.