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Pantsuit Politics

Sarah & Beth
Donald Trump
Trump Administration
Artificial Intelligence
Iran
Democratic Party
Habits Of the Heart
Congress
Israel
Tariffs
Gaza
Elon Musk
Government Shutdown
Gun Violence
Charlie Kirk
China
Minneapolis
Climate Change
Social Media
Jeffrey Epstein
Ukraine

Pantsuit Politics is the news and politics podcast for people exhausted by outrage. Hosts Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers tackle the week's biggest political stories from genuinely different perspectives, and prove that civility, nuance, and good-faith disagreement are still possible. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Distributed by Lemonada Media.

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We're picking back up on artificial intelligence — Mustafa Suleyman's warning about conscious AI, the difference between chatbots and frontier models, recursive self-improvement, kill switches, and what policy response should actually look like at ev... more

Sports, race, gender, religion, cancel culture, and Donald Trump — this week they're all the same conversation. We cover Caitlin Clark's fouls and the House Republicans weighing in, Sophie Cunningham and the trans-athletes-in-sports debate, the Sydne... more

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After a weekend when an Anthropic researcher quit and warned AI could wipe out humanity within a decade, Sarah and Beth take on the questions listeners sent them about artificial intelligence, starting with what is actually being made and what it cos... more

Twenty-five years ago today, and Sarah and Beth close out the re-share of their 2018 series on September 11 with the two hardest parts. First, the road from 9/11 to Iraq, from "we will wipe terrorism off the face of the earth" to an occupation that h... more

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Episode: Feeling Powerless in a Red State? Meet the Mulligans
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Brian Rosenthal
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Hosts

Sarah Stewart Holland
Host of Pantsuit Politics
Beth Silvers
Co-host of Pantsuit Politics

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 5.7k ratings
  • Everyone should listen to this podcast

    I cannot believe I have only just found this podcast. This is GREAT. Two people who don’t always agree but let each other speak, don’t talk over each other, and approach politics with grace. I am so grateful I found this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jace227
    United States3 months ago
  • Long time listener

    I have been a long time listener for years. I can’t recommend this podcast enough. I listen every week and am so grateful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moodle1992
    United States4 months ago
  • My weekly must listen to podcast

    I look forward to this podcast every week! Sarah & Beth have a non-bias fresh perspective on the current political climate and I value their assessments. The guests they host are always timely and valuable to the current political conversations. One of my most recommended podcasts to friends.

    Audible
    5
    Meghan McClendon
    United States4 months ago
  • Longtime listener turned never again

    I found PP in 2017 and was won over by their down to earth approach paired with fair coverage of both sides. I left in the wake of October 7, 2023 when attacks against Israel were justified and American antisemitism was buried or justified, and mayor Mamdani of NYC has been routinely praised. It seems to be a left leaning podcast, they don’t believe they can want Palestinians to have freedom and also criticize people who seek to kill Israelis or Jews. I felt so betrayed by this podcast, and it’s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    UWLeah
    United States4 months ago
  • Breathe

    I’ve been listening to Sara and Beth for years and I’m so thankful for them. This is where I go to get well thought out and reasoned conversations to the craziness going on in the world. When I’m off the rails about something they bring be back down to earth and help me use my thinking brain rather than my emotional brain. They help me exhale, take a breath and focus.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mewlaw
    United States5 months ago

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What Elected Officials Owe Us with Lauren Pinkston
Q: What are you learning about yourself that you think came from being a mom?
Pinkston discusses being a mother of four, balancing family life with campaigning, and how parenting has taught her to be adaptable, transparent, and comfortable answering questions directly.
What Food Can Teach Us About Power, Land, and Belonging
Q: Can you talk a little bit about that (Three Sisters) and why companion planting works so well in the Southwest?
Companion planting coordinates corn, beans, and squash so they support one another: beans fix nitrogen for the soil, corn provides a structure for beans to climb, and squash shades the ground to reduce weeds and conserve moisture, creating a healthier, more pest-resistant ecosystem.
Jacqueline Coleman is Running for Governor
Q: What motivated you to run for governor after a decade in public service?
Her primary motivation is ensuring every Kentuckian, regardless of zip code, has a fair shot at a better tomorrow, and to bring the perspective of a teacher and coach to state leadership.
America's Pastime, Up Close
Q: What mindset shift did you experience when you returned to the mound, and how does that influence how you mentor younger players now?
He emphasizes humility, gratitude, and the belief that the journey is written in a way that athletes must own the process, developing resilience and a long-term view of success beyond immediate results.

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Papers across episodes show a balanced, civility-forward approach to current events, with frequent deep dives into policy, governance, and media strategy paired with personal narratives. Guests span investigative journalists, policy experts, researchers, and cultural commentators, all contributing practical insights on how systems work and how individuals can respond. The format often blends rigorous interviewing with accessible storytelling, local and national perspectives, and occasional lifestyle or travel moments, keeping conversations grounded and actionable for listeners navigating a polarized landscape. A standout quality is the team's commitment to nuance and signals of credibility, making it a potentially valuable fit for guests wh... more

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