Sarah and Beth return from their summer break to discuss how they decide what to cover in today's chaotic political landscape. They dive into the Texas gerrymandering battle and explore the broader shift toward state-level governance happening across America.

Topics Discussed: 
How We Choose Our Topics for the Show
The Shift from Federal to State Power (and What It Means)
Texas Gerrymandering and the National Response
Outside of Politics: Hosting Parties

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Sarah and Beth return from their summer break to discuss how they decide what to cover in today's chaotic political landscape. They dive into the Texas gerrymandering battle and explore the broader shift toward state-level governance happening across America.
Topics Discussed:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>How We Choose Our Topics for the Show</li>
<li>The Shift from Federal to State Power (and What It Means)</li>
<li>Texas Gerrymandering and the National Response</li>
<li>Outside of Politics: Hosting Parties</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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Texas Gerrymandering, Federal Chaos, and What Comes Next

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)

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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.

Asymmetric Endurance: Making Sense of the Iran Strikes

Sarah and Beth mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, examining the staggering human cost of the war, what it reveals about the changing nature of modern warfare, and whether America's military is prepared for the conflicts ahead. Outside of politics, they share their philosophies on high heels.

Topics Discussed:
Four Years into Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
The Changing Nature of War
Outside of Politics: Listener Question: High Heels?

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Sarah and Beth mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, examining the staggering human cost of the war, what it reveals about the changing nature of modern warfare, and whether America's military is prepared for the conflicts ahead. Outside of politics, they share their philosophies on high heels.
Topics Discussed:
<ul>
<li>Four Years into Russia&rsquo;s Invasion of Ukraine</li>
<li>The Changing Nature of War</li>
<li>Outside of Politics: Listener Question: High Heels?</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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