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Beth shares a conversation with parenting coach Mary Van Geffen about the gentle parenting style and how parenting advice is as much about how you were parented as how you may or may not be parenting. Then, outside of politics, Sarah and Beth share their approach to wearing shorts.TOPICS DISCUSSEDMary Van Geffen on Gentle Parenting Outside of Politics: ShortsVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beth reflects on the Supreme Court's recent slate of decisions before bringing in two experts to discuss moral injury and why it's such a relevant topic at this moment in history. Plus, Ellen joins for Outside of Politics to share her review of the children's television show Bluey.TOPICS DISCUSSEDReflecting on the Supreme CourtMoral Injury with Rev. Dr. Susan Ward Diamond and Dr. Rita Nakashima BrockOutside of Politics: Ellen on BlueyContent Warning: Today’s episode contains discussion of death by suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, please call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beth's friend Brian joins her as co-host to discuss the intense heat around the country and how he and his wife approached making new friends as adults. Then, Beth has a delightful conversation with Rob Harvilla about the best and worst of presidential campaign songs.TOPICS DISCUSSEDHeat, Water, and Development ChoicesRob Harvilla on Presidential Campaign SongsOutside of Politics: Making Friends as AdultsVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth interview Taylor Kiland about her book Unwavering and the wives of Vietnam POWs and their advocacy to leave no man behind. TOPICS DISCUSSEDAmerica’s involvement in the Vietnam WarUnwavering: The Wives Who Fought to Ensure that No Man is Left Behind with Taylor Baldwin KilandOutside of Politics: Healthy PatriotismVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss the Trump Indictment, the 2024 Presidential Primary (on both sides of the aisle), The Supreme Court and it's overturning of precedent, and outside of politics they discuss favorite children and parenting.TOPICS DISCUSSEDTrump’s Federal Indictment2024 Presidential PrimaryThe Supreme CourtAffirmative Action and Equal ProtectionOutside Politics: Favorite Children and ParentingVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We process the attempted coup in Russia by the Wagner group and its abrupt end, the coverage of the OceanGate disaster, and reflect on the year since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade.TOPICS DISCUSSEDAn Attempted Russian CoupTitanic OceanGate Submersible ImplosionThe Anniversary of the Dobbs DecisionOutside of Politics: Reflecting on JuneVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a decade since Edward Snowden leaked government documents. Today, we're reviewing the history of what led him to that point and what happened in the aftermath. We found it helpful to look at the story as a whole rather than the slow trickle of reveals that happened at the time. We hope you'll find this look back valuable as a historical exercise and as we think about the more significant impact of leaking government documents.TOPICS DISCUSSEDAn American History of LeaksEdward Snowden’s Path to LeakingOutside of Politics: Family DialectsVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Juneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Today, it celebrates African American freedom and achievement. We're returning to our 2020 episode about the holiday with a few of the facts that you should know as you celebrate today.FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT JUNETEENTHJuneteenth began in Texas with late news of emancipation.Emancipation Park in Houston began as a place to celebrate Juneteenth.Juneteenth was widely observed following the assassination of Dr. King.Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, although not all states observe it.Communities celebrate at different times.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are delighted to share this conversation between author and researcher Richard Reeves and Sarah. Reeves published his book, Of Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male Is Struggling, Why It Matters, and What to Do about It in 2022. It’s an incredible, important exploration of the challenges facing boys and men in the modern era. This is one you don’t want to miss.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are returning to our June 2022 conversation with reporter Jennifer Senior about friendship, heartbreak, and her ongoing reporting projects. This discussion is a delight and we hope you enjoy hearing it again.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Nicholas discuss this week's headlines and reflect on their 20 years of marriage.TOPICS DISCUSSEDLIV / PGA Golf MergerMike Pence and Chris Christie join the GOP Primary FieldCNN Chairman and CEO Chris Licht is out20 Years of Marriage with the HollandsOutside of Politics: Everyday CarrySave the Date: Pantsuit Politics Live in Paducah October 21, 2023Be sure to sign up to get the Pantsuit Politics Newsletter delivered to your inbox every Friday.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and guest host Leslie discuss California politics, the backlash to corporate inclusion policies, the debt deal, and, outside politics, their favorite television shows.TOPICS DISCUSSEDMcCarthy and Biden’s Debt Limit Deal Signed into LawConservative Backlash to Corporate Inclusion PoliciesThe California EffectOutside Politics: Sarah and Leslie talk televisionSave the Date: Pantsuit Politics Live in Paducah October 21, 2023Be sure to sign up to get the Pantsuit Politics Newsletter delivered to your inbox every Friday. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're joined by Rick Steves and the COO of Rick Steves Europe, Craig Davidson, to talk about their Climate Smart Commitment. Then, Sarah and Beth discuss how they have and do navigate travel limitations. TOPICS DISCUSSEDClimate Smart Commitment with Rick Steves and Craig DavidsonOutside of Politics: Navigating Travel LimitationsVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth share an update on the state of the debt ceiling deal and what the agreement says about the GOP heading into the 2024 Presidential Primary. They discuss family histories with Allen County Genealogy librarian Elizabeth Hodges. TOPICS DISCUSSEDPresident Biden and Speaker McCarthy’s Debt Ceiling DealState of the Republican Party and 2024 Republican Presidential PrimaryGenealogy Research with Elizabeth HodgesOutside of Politics: Pantsuit Politics Summer ScheduleVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We share a powerful conversation with educator, author, speaker, and content creator, Monique Melton about what it was like to be a Black influencer in the wake of George Floyd's murder three years ago.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Debt Ceiling NegotiationsThe Aftermath of Instagram Allies with Monique MeltonOutside of Politics: School’s Out!Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anne Applebaum joins Sarah and Beth to discuss her June cover story for The Atlantic, the state of Ukraine's counteroffensive, and what she sees as the needed end to Russia's war in Ukraine.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Ukrainian Counteroffensive with Anne ApplebaumOutside of Politics: GardeningWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will share more information soon.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth share the second part of a larger conversation about the state of the schools. Today's episode covers issues happening in public K-12 schools, including learning loss, staffing shortages, political debates, and more.TOPICS DISCUSSEDHow We Value Public EducationLearning LossStaffing ShortagesFalling EnrollmentPolitical DebateOutside of Politics: Tech Tags for KidsWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will share more information soon.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth share the first part of a larger conversation about the state of the schools. Today's episode covers the expense and admissions process of higher education and, more broadly, what we want from higher education. Outside of politics, Sarah and Beth discuss graduation gifts for graduating seniors.TOPICS DISCUSSEDStudent Loan Forgiveness and The Cost of Higher EducationThe Case for Affirmative ActionThe College Admissions ProcessOutside of Politics: Graduation GiftsWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will share more information soon.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss the legal news of the week - including E. Jean Carroll's successful civil suit against Donald Trump and the indictment of George Santos. Then, they consider the state of the tech industry and why it doesn't seem as promising as it once did. TOPICS DISCUSSEDE. Jean Carroll’s Civil Suit Against Donald TrumpGeorge Santos IndictedThe Stumbling of Tech GiantsHeather Armstrong’s Tragic Death and Meaningful ImpactWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will be sharing more information soon.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Beth discuss the Coronation of King Charles and aging leadership and institutions in the United States.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe End of Title 42 and What’s Next for ImmigrationPolicy and Gun ViolenceThe Coronation of King Charles IIIOutside Politics: The Chicks in ConcertWe’re excited to be relaunching our book club this summer! It will be available to Premium members only. Join us now on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, where we will be sharing more information soon.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.