Beth and comedian Matt Ruby explore how stand-up comedy reveals what Americans truly think about political issues. What audiences laugh at can be a stronger political indicator than any focus group.

Topics Discussed
Comedian Matt Ruby on Political Insights from Stand-Up
Outside of Politics: Nachos and Overrated Foods

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Beth and comedian Matt Ruby explore how stand-up comedy reveals what Americans truly think about political issues. What audiences laugh at can be a stronger political indicator than any focus group.
Topics Discussed
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Comedian Matt Ruby on Political Insights from Stand-Up</li>
<li aria-level="1">Outside of Politics: Nachos and Overrated Foods</li>
</ul>
Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://pantsuitpolitics.substack.com/s/podcast">our website </a>for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.

"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.
Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media <a href="https://lemonadamedia.com/" data-stringify-link="https://lemonadamedia.com/" data-sk="tooltip_parent">https://lemonadamedia.com/</a>

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It's Funny Because It's True: Stand-Up as the Real Focus Group

Sarah and Beth process the escalating war in Iran, then turn closer to home to discuss America's car accident crisis and the Hyacinth Fellowship — an organization supporting people who have unintentionally killed someone on the road. Outside of politics, they dig into parenting styles and how to strike the Goldilocks balance of authoritative parenting.

Topics Discussed:
Iran: The Costs We Can’t Undo
Fatal Car Accidents: The Trauma Nobody Talks About
Outside of Politics: Why Your Kids Need Rules, Not Just Love

Join us in Minneapolis for our live show this August! Tickets are on sale now!

Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more.

Sarah and Beth process the escalating war in Iran, then turn closer to home to discuss America's car accident crisis and the Hyacinth Fellowship &mdash; an organization supporting people who have unintentionally killed someone on the road. Outside of politics, they dig into parenting styles and how to strike the Goldilocks balance of authoritative parenting.
Topics Discussed:
<ul>
<li>Iran: The Costs We Can&rsquo;t Undo</li>
<li>Fatal Car Accidents: The Trauma Nobody Talks About</li>
<li>Outside of Politics: Why Your Kids Need Rules, Not Just Love</li>
</ul>
Join us in Minneapolis for our live show this August! <a href="https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/p/join-us-in-minneapolis-94f?r=2cbqu4">Tickets are on sale now!</a>
Ready to go deeper? Visit <a href="http://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com">our website</a> for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more.

Something Else Was Born: On War, Grief, and the Chaos Lottery

Beth is joined by Rep. Greg Landsman to discuss the role of Congress, the decision to strike Iran, and why we need a Department of AI. Plus, they check in on their New Year's resolutions. 

Topics Discussed:
What "being done" looks like and whether that's realistic with this president
The difference between Iran and what's happening in Venezuela and Cuba
Congress's role in military action and Landsman's 30-day War Powers Resolution
Whether the 2026 midterms can actually constrain this administration
The Anthropic/Department of Defense standoff and why Landsman wants a Department of AI
New Year's resolution check-ins (gluten-free life, no-shopping challenges, and sleep studies)

Join us in Minneapolis for our live show this August! Tickets go on sale to premium members today (Tuesday, March 10) at 12pm EST and to the general public on Thursday, March 12 at 12pm EST. You will receive the link to purchase tickets directly if you are subscribed to Substack. If you aren’t subscribed, you can check our main page to see that post at the appointed time.

Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more.

Beth is joined by Rep. Greg Landsman to discuss the role of Congress, the decision to strike Iran, and why we need a Department of AI. Plus, they check in on their New Year's resolutions.&nbsp;
Topics Discussed:
<ul>
<li>What "being done" looks like and whether that's realistic with this president</li>
<li>The difference between Iran and what's happening in Venezuela and Cuba</li>
<li>Congress's role in military action and Landsman's 30-day War Powers Resolution</li>
<li>Whether the 2026 midterms can actually constrain this administration</li>
<li>The Anthropic/Department of Defense standoff and why Landsman wants a Department of AI</li>
<li>New Year's resolution check-ins (gluten-free life, no-shopping challenges, and sleep studies)</li>
</ul>
Join us in Minneapolis for our live show this August! Tickets go on sale to premium members today (Tuesday, March 10) at 12pm EST and to the general public on Thursday, March 12 at 12pm EST. You will receive the link to purchase tickets directly if you are subscribed to Substack. If you aren&rsquo;t subscribed, you can <a href="https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/">check our main page</a> to see that post at the appointed time.
Ready to go deeper? Visit <a href="http://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com">our website</a> for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more.

Separating the Commander in Chief from the War 

Sarah and Beth are joined by expert Kerry Anderson to discuss what's happening in Iran, US and Israeli objectives, regional implications, and potential pathways for regime change and stability. 

Topics Discussed:
What are the objectives in Iran? 
Is regime change likely? 
What might happen throughout the Middle East because of this war? 
Will this war make the people of Iran better off? 

Ready to go deeper? Visit our website for complete show notes, exclusive premium content, chats, and more.

Sarah and Beth are joined by expert Kerry Anderson to discuss what's happening in Iran, US and Israeli objectives, regional implications, and potential pathways for regime change and stability.&nbsp;
Topics Discussed:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">What are the objectives in Iran?&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Is regime change likely?&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">What might happen throughout the Middle East because of this war?&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Will this war make the people of Iran better off?&nbsp;</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.

It's Funny Because It's True: Stand-Up as the Real Focus Group

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