Pantsuit Politics
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. Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media https://lemonadamedia.com/Social links:
Follow the podcast:
What 2025 Has In Store
If we know anything about 2025, it's that we know very little about what it will actually hold. Even with the anticipated unpredictability, there are indicators from this current moment that offer us some suggestions. Sarah and Beth are together to share what they are expecting in 2025 and to share…
1:04:32
What 2024 Taught Us
“There are years that ask questions and years that answer.” Zora Neale Hurston Sarah and Beth the questions and answers they still have from 2024. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Reflecting on 2024 Outside of Politics: Open Houses Join our Premium Community on Substack for news, deep dives, and processing …
1:01:25
Overconsumption
'Tis the season for overconsumption - or is that every season now? Sarah and Beth talk about the struggles they are facing in their own lives with consuming and being consumed. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Overconsumption Outside of Politics: Microtrends for 2025 Join our Premium Community on Substack…
54:48Explicit
Brain Rot
Today, Sarah and Beth are following up on some of our conversations from the headlines last week, discussing social media in the context of overconsumption and the many (many) words of the year. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Good News Makes Headlines Social Media, Our Brains, and How We Handle It Outsid…
55:29
Everything is Different
In the wake of the 2024 Presidential Election, everything is different. In the US, around the world, and in our own lives, Sarah and Beth discuss how Donald Trump's re-election seems to have shaken things loose for better (and certainly) for worse. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Killing of United Health Care C…
58:55
Pardons, Strategy, and the Joe Biden of It All
President Biden has chosen to pardon his son, Hunter. Sarah and Beth discuss that choice in light of incoming president Trump's latest nominations and how Biden's choices over the last few years have had rippling consequences. Plus, Sarah and Beth are divided on their Wicked takes! TOPICS DISCUSSE…
1:18:21Explicit
Show Gun Safety: A New Approach to Gun Violence
We’re revisiting an episode from September 2023 about safe storage, the portrayal of weapons in media, and reducing gun violence. We hope this episode is helpful to you as you prepare to spend time with friends and family over the holidays. Join our Premium Community on Substack for news, deep div…
30:22
Returning Home with Chef Sara Bradley
Back in the spring, Sarah was featured on the cover of her hometown magazine, Paducah Life. As part of that cover story, she sat down with fellow Paducah native Chef Sara Bradley. They talked about leaving Paducah, coming back, and how they have worked to integrate personal and professional choices…
49:49
America in 2024: A Problem Solving Exercise
Sarah and Beth use the Future Problem Solving process to look at what we know about America today and brainstorm solutions about where we go next. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Future Problem Solving: America Outside of Politics: Paying Kids for Chores Join our Premium Community on Substack for news, deep di…
1:27:49
The Time to Be Bold
Sarah and Beth discuss the responsibilities of Congress, the Supreme Court, and others will power at this time. TOPICS DISCUSSED Trump Appointments The Time to Be Bold Outside of Politics: The Sexiest Man Alive Join our Premium Community on Substack for news, deep dives, and processing all …
47:15Explicit