Sarah and Beth are together today to discuss the chaotic beginning of the third week of the Trump administration. They discuss the on-again-off-agency tariffs, the Department of Government Efficiency and its attempts to close USAID, and what they think the Democratic response should be.

TOPICS DISCUSSED
Tariffs
DOGE 
Outside of Politics: Glitching

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Sarah and Beth are together today to discuss the chaotic beginning of the third week of the Trump administration. They discuss the on-again-off-agency tariffs, the Department of Government Efficiency and its attempts to close USAID, and what they think the Democratic response should be.
TOPICS DISCUSSED
<ul>
<li>Tariffs</li>
<li>DOGE&nbsp;</li>
<li>Outside of Politics: Glitching</li>
</ul>
Visit <a href="https://pantsuitpolitics.substack.com/s/podcast">our Substack page</a> for complete show notes and episode resources.

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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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Tariffs, DOGE, and What Democrats Should Do Now

When every moment could become viral fodder, what's the cost of just living your life? Sarah and Beth examine several recent news stories that address this question of privacy and surveillance. Plus, First Ladies Abby Cox and Joanna Lydgate join to discuss political violence and the mental toll of public service. Plus, outside of politics, they express finding validation away from the obsequiousness of artificial intelligence. 

Topics Discussed
The Glare of the Internet’s Spotlight
First Ladies Abby Cox and Joanna Lydgate on Political Violence 
Moment of Hope: Cecilia Giménez and the Monkey Jesus Fresco
Outside of Politics: Alexa Updates

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When every moment could become viral fodder, what's the cost of just living your life? Sarah and Beth examine several recent news stories that address this question of privacy and surveillance. Plus, First Ladies Abby Cox and Joanna Lydgate join to discuss political violence and the mental toll of public service. Plus, outside of politics, they express finding validation away from the obsequiousness of artificial intelligence.&nbsp;
Topics Discussed
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The Glare of the Internet&rsquo;s Spotlight</li>
<li aria-level="1">First Ladies Abby Cox and Joanna Lydgate on Political Violence&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Moment of Hope: Cecilia Gim&eacute;nez and the Monkey Jesus Fresco</li>
<li aria-level="1">Outside of Politics: Alexa Updates</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.

When the Pitchforks Come for You

With the proliferation of prediction markets, we're sharing this premium episode of More to Say from January with the full audience. We hope this helps you understand better what's happening in this industry and why it matters. 

If you enjoy this episode, we'd love for you to join us on Substack as a premium member. Go to pantsuitpoliticsshow.com for a written version of this episode (available for free) and to become a subscriber. 

With the proliferation of prediction markets, we're sharing this premium episode of More to Say from January with the full audience. We hope this helps you understand better what's happening in this industry and why it matters.&nbsp;
If you enjoy this episode, we'd love for you to join us on Substack as a premium member. Go to pantsuitpoliticsshow.com for a written version of this episode (available for free) and to become a subscriber.&nbsp;

Gift Episode: Everything Is Just A Bet Away

Sarah and Beth discuss President Trump's racist meme-posting and why it's landing differently this time. Next, we contrast that with Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show. Plus, we discuss elite incompetence at institutions like the Washington Post, the latest Epstein file releases, Super Bowl ads, and a little football.

Topics Discussed
President Trump Shares a Racist Meme


Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show


The Washington Post layoffs and Bezos’s priorities


The Epstein files illustrate a moral bankruptcy


Outside of Politics: The Super Bowl commercials (and a little football)

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Sarah and Beth discuss President Trump's racist meme-posting and why it's landing differently this time. Next, we contrast that with Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show. Plus, we discuss elite incompetence at institutions like the Washington Post, the latest Epstein file releases, Super Bowl ads, and a little football.
Topics Discussed
<ul>
<li>President Trump Shares a Racist Meme</li>
<li>
Bad Bunny&rsquo;s Super Bowl Halftime Show
</li>
<li>
The Washington Post layoffs and Bezos&rsquo;s priorities
</li>
<li>
The Epstein files illustrate a moral bankruptcy
</li>
<li>
Outside of Politics: The Super Bowl commercials (and a little football)
</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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