Sarah and Beth discuss the recent actions of Trump's DOGE, the courts, the tweets, and how we as citizens might think about the current state of the Federal Government.

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Sarah and Beth discuss the recent actions of Trump's DOGE, the courts, the tweets, and how we as citizens might think about the current state of the Federal Government.
Visit <a href="https://pantsuitpolitics.substack.com/s/podcast">our Substack page</a> for complete show notes and episode resources.

"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.

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"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.
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Constitutional Crisis?

We spent Tuesday’s episode talking about headline national and global news, and it felt pretty bleak. Today, we’re zooming in on a bright spot, New York City, and asking what we can learn from Mayor Zohran Mamdani as he crosses the first-100-days milestone. Mamdani was hailed as a unique political talent on the campaign trail. We’re interested in how that star power translates to political power and how the Mayor has pivoted from campaign to service. His initial path tells a compelling story about what Democratic Socialism might mean in practice and where the dividing lines actually are in the Democratic Party. Any way around it, Mayor Mamdani’s “pothole politics” are a stark and welcome contrast to what we see in Washington D.C.

Outside of politics, we consider the call for parents to hold hands and agree that we’ll all do less together. From Maycember sprawl to spirit week standards to the charcuterization of everything, we sort out what we’re doing and why. -Beth

Topics Discussed:


Zohran Mamdani’s 100 Days: Pothole Politics and What Democratic Socialism Looks Like in Practice


The Affordability + Corruption + Service Formula — A Democratic Blueprint?


Navigating the Coalition: Mamdani, Trump, Hochul, and the Art of Getting Things Done


Outside of Politics: Maycember and the Case for Parents to Just… Stop

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We spent Tuesday&rsquo;s episode talking about headline national and global news, and it felt pretty bleak. Today, we&rsquo;re zooming in on a bright spot, New York City, and asking what we can learn from Mayor Zohran Mamdani as he crosses the first-100-days milestone. Mamdani was hailed as a unique political talent on the campaign trail. We&rsquo;re interested in how that star power translates to political power and how the Mayor has pivoted from campaign to service. His initial path tells a compelling story about what Democratic Socialism might mean in practice and where the dividing lines actually are in the Democratic Party. Any way around it, Mayor Mamdani&rsquo;s &ldquo;pothole politics&rdquo; are a stark and welcome contrast to what we see in Washington D.C.
Outside of politics, we consider the call for parents to hold hands and agree that we&rsquo;ll all do less together. From Maycember sprawl to spirit week standards to the charcuterization of everything, we sort out what we&rsquo;re doing and why. -Beth
Topics Discussed:
<ul>
<li>
Zohran Mamdani&rsquo;s 100 Days: Pothole Politics and What Democratic Socialism Looks Like in Practice
</li>
<li>
The Affordability + Corruption + Service Formula &mdash; A Democratic Blueprint?
</li>
<li>
Navigating the Coalition: Mamdani, Trump, Hochul, and the Art of Getting Things Done
</li>
<li>
Outside of Politics: Maycember and the Case for Parents to Just&hellip; Stop
</li>
</ul>
Ready to go deeper? Visit <a href="http://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com">our website</a> for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more.

What Zohran Mamdani Gets Right

Sarah and Beth return from spring break to catch up on a packed news week — from Eric Swalwell's campaign collapse and the stalled Iran negotiations, to Melania's surprise press conference, Hungary's historic election upset, and the triumphant return of the Artemis II crew.

Topics Discussed:
Less Eric Swalwell (California) and More Rob Sand (Iowa)
Pakistan Negotiates Iran “Ceasefire” while Congress sits on its hands
Melania Trump’s Press Conference
JD Vance’s Losing Streak in Iran and Hungary
Outside of Politics: Artemis II

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Sarah and Beth return from spring break to catch up on a packed news week &mdash; from Eric Swalwell's campaign collapse and the stalled Iran negotiations, to Melania's surprise press conference, Hungary's historic election upset, and the triumphant return of the Artemis II crew.
Topics Discussed:
<ul>
<li>Less Eric Swalwell (California) and More Rob Sand (Iowa)</li>
<li>Pakistan Negotiates Iran &ldquo;Ceasefire&rdquo; while Congress sits on its hands</li>
<li>Melania Trump&rsquo;s Press Conference</li>
<li>JD Vance&rsquo;s Losing Streak in Iran and Hungary</li>
<li>Outside of Politics: Artemis II</li>
</ul>
Ready to go deeper? Visit <a href="http://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com">our website</a> for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more.

Spaceship Earth and the Capricious Kings

Aaron Barrett shares his inspiring journey through baseball, including his battles with Tommy John surgery, resilience, and his new role as a manager. He offers insights into player development, the demands of professional baseball, and leadership lessons.

Topics Discussed:


Aaron Barrett on Baseball, Resilience, and Protecting Players


Outside of Politics: Who’s Calling Balls and Strikes?

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Aaron Barrett shares his inspiring journey through baseball, including his battles with Tommy John surgery, resilience, and his new role as a manager. He offers insights into player development, the demands of professional baseball, and leadership lessons.
Topics Discussed:
<ul>
<li>
Aaron Barrett on Baseball, Resilience, and Protecting Players
</li>
<li>
Outside of Politics: Who&rsquo;s Calling Balls and Strikes?
</li>
</ul>
Ready to go deeper? Visit <a href="http://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com">our website</a> for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more.

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