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Sarah talks with Dr. Ethier about the latest CDC survey results on teen mental health. Then, she and her husband Nicholas talk about their recent family trip to Charlotte, NC. TOPICS DISCUSSED CDC Survey Results on Teen Mental Health with Dr. Kathleen Ethier Outside of Politics: The Holland Trip to Charlotte RESOURCES: East Tennessee State University Festival of Ideas: Tuesday, February 28, 2023 S...

This weekend, President Biden took a secret trip to Kyiv. We will discuss this travel and then zoom in on Vice President Kamala Harris and the complicated role of the Vice President. TOPICS DISCUSSED Political Travel Around the World Vice President Kamala Harris Outside of Politics: The Asbury Revival and Lent RESOURCES: East Tennessee State University Festival of Ideas: Tuesday, February 28, 2023...

We discuss shifting demographics around the world and what that means politically. We also talk about how we're feeling about Nikki Haley's run for the presidency. TOPICS DISCUSSED Michigan State University Shooting Nikki Haley’s Candidacy for President Shifting Demographics Outside of Politics: Birthdays and Celebrating Life RESOURCES: East Tennessee State University Festival of Ideas: Tuesday, F...

Sarah and Beth are joined by Callum Williams for a conversation about the increasing cost of healthcare around the world. But first, they talk about what is happening in the sky, and then, outside of politics, they talk about the Super Bowl TOPICS DISCUSSED The U.S. Shoots Down Additional Aerial Objects The Cost of Healthcare with Callum Williams Outside of Politics: The Super Bowl RESOURCES: East...

Sarah and Beth reflect on Joe Biden's 2023 State of the Union address - what worked and what didn't for them. They also discuss why the Republican response from Governor Huckabee Sanders felt like it wasn't a response at all. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria The State of the Union Outside of Politics: Maryville College RESOURCES: East Tennessee State University Festival of Ideas:...

Sarah and Beth discuss the Chinese Surveillance Balloon. Next, Kenneth Vogel joins Sarah and Beth to talk about his reporting on sports betting and the intersection of the Supreme Court, Congress, State Governments, and lobbyists. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Chinese Surveillance Balloon Over U.S. Airspace Sports Betting with Ken Vogel Outside Politics: Sabbath RESOURCES: Join the Pantsuit Politics Book Club...

We talk to Sarah Longwell of The Bulwark about the looming presidential primaries and what the state of things is in both political parties. TOPICS DISCUSSED Presidential Primary Season Approaches with Sarah Longwell Outside of Politics: Busy Family Schedules UPCOMING EVENTS: Maryville College Witherspoon Lecture Series: February 7, 2023 at 7pm. Sarah and Beth live at the Abbey in Orlando for The...

Sarah and Beth discuss how technology is changing our lives and politics with Megan Garber from The Atlantic and sit with the horror of Tyre Nichols' murder in Memphis, TN. TOPICS DISCUSSED Police Killing of Tyre Nichols "We’re Already in the Metaverse" with Megan Garber Outside Politics: Sarah’s Robert Burns Dinner UPCOMING EVENTS: Maryville College Witherspoon Lecture Series: February 7, 2023 at...

We discuss humanitarian emergencies around the world as well as other news stories from the week. TOPICS DISCUSSED Classified Documents President Trump Returns to Facebook Humanitarian Emergency Watchlist Outside of Politics: Future Problem Solving UPCOMING EVENTS: Join our January 6th Report Book Club by becoming a member of our Premium Community on Patreon or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions Maryvil...

Sarah and Beth examine and reflect on positive paradigm shifts we see in the news. TOPICS DISCUSSED Declining Alcohol Usage The Growth of the Menopause Market Rethinking Education Accountability and Justice Immigration Political Polarization Outside Politics: Planning 2023 Travel UPCOMING EVENTS: Join our January 6th Report Book Club by becoming a member of our Premium Community on Patreon or Appl...

Sarah and Beth address some breaking news stories before diving into the looming debt ceiling crisis and why it matters. TOPICS DISCUSSED Jacinda Ardern’s Resignation Alec Baldwin Charge of Involuntary Manslaughter The Debt Ceiling  Outside of Politics: Funerals UPCOMING EVENTS: Join our January 6th Report Book Club by becoming a member of our Premium Community on Patreon or Apple Podcasts Subscri...

Gabrielle Blair joins Sarah and Beth to discuss the perimenopause and the politics of women's healthcare. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Politics of Perimenopause with Gabrielle Blair UPCOMING EVENTS: Join our January 6th Report Book Club by becoming a member of our Premium Community on Patreon or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions Maryville College Witherspoon Lecture Series: February 7, 2023 at 7pm. Please visi...

Sarah and Beth discuss the challenges and opportunities we face around information management, technical debt, and immigration. Plus, they share what it is about award-winning television show The White Lotus that keeps them riveted in a way other shows don't. TOPICS DISCUSSED Classified Documents and Information Management Good Economic News Continued Flight Issues & Technical Debt Biden’s New Tac...

Sarah and Beth discuss creating community across division with Casper ter Kuile and the deep divisions in the US House of Representatives. TOPICS DISCUSSED Kevin McCarthy’s Elected the 55th Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives The Power of Ritual with Casper ter Kuile Outside Politics: Holiday Cards from Listeners Please visit our website for full show notes and episode resources. Hosted o...

Sarah and Beth discuss the seemingly endless deadlocked votes to elect a Speaker of the House of Representatives. Then, they share their wonderful conversation with Yair Rosenberg about the latest wave of antisemitism and why it's important to him to create joy through modern Jewish art. TOPICS DISCUSSED The House Speakership Race Drama Yair Rosenberg on Antisemitism and Creating Modern Jewish Art...

Sarah and Beth process and catch up on recent headlines from Hamlin to Santos to McCarthy to Zelensky. TOPICS DISCUSSED Damar Hamlin Collapses at Bengals-Bills Game Government Spending Package Congressman Elect George Santos House Speaker Vote Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Addresses Joint Session of Congress Outside of Politics: Holiday Breaks Upcoming Pantsuit Politics Event: RepublicEN...

We're looking back on the biggest news stories of 2022. In this episode, we are sharing some of the Premium content we released regarding the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago and President Trump's ensuing legal battles. Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do it without you. To become a financial supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, subscribe to our Premium content o...

We're looking back on the biggest news stories of 2022. In this episode, we revisit some of our coverage of Dobbs decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade. Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do it without you. To become a financial supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, subscribe to our Premium content on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, or share the word about our...

We're looking back on the biggest news stories of 2022. In this episode, we revisit some of our coverage of the war in Ukraine. Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do it without you. To become a financial supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, subscribe to our Premium content on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, or share the word about our work in your own circles....

We're looking back on the biggest news stories of 2022. In this episode, we revisit some of our coverage of the January 6th hearings. Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do it without you. To become a financial supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, subscribe to our Premium content on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, or share the word about our work in your own cir...

As 2022 comes to a close, we are looking back our our predictions for the year, reflecting on the events that occurred, and looking ahead to 2023. Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do it without you. To become a financial supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, subscribe to our Premium content on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, or share the word about our work in...

Sarah and Beth discuss Senator Sinema leaving the Democratic Party, the Twitter files, the current wave of winter illness, and catch up on Western Kentucky tornado relief efforts. TOPICS DISCUSSED Drama Dream Team Western Kentucky Tornado Recovery with Liam Neimeyer Outside of Politics: Holiday and End of Year Gatherings Become a financial supporter of Pantsuit Politics and get access to our Holid...

Sarah and Beth share good news stories from both home and abroad. They also address the complexities with which such stories sometimes come. TOPICS DISCUSSED Good News in the US Good News Around the World Outside of Politics: Our Favorite TV of 2022 Become a financial supporter of Pantsuit Politics and get access to our Holiday Party for Premium Members, please visit our Patreon page or subscribe...

Sarah and Beth discuss the Senate's actions to avert a railroad strike, the DNC Primary calendar, and the impact of emboldened extremists in the United States. TOPICS DISCUSSED The DNC Shakes Up the Primary Calendar Emboldened Extremists Railroad Strike Averted Outside of Politics: Holiday Traditions Correction: Around minute 22:00, Beth mentions the attack on the energy substations in Moore Count...

Sarah and Beth look at the "loneliness epidemic" and what, if any, role policy should play. They also discuss the Respect for Marriage Act and the joy they find in holiday cards. TOPICS DISCUSSED The Respect for Marriage Act Loneliness Outside of Politics: Holiday Cards To become a financial supporter of Pantsuit Politics and get access to our Holiday Party for Premium Members, please visit our Pa...