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Sarah and Mayor Brandi Harless of Paducah, Kentucky share their personal experiences with the finances of local politics. They talk about the economics of making public office your side hustle and some policy ideas to help the current reality.When Politics Is Your Side HustleWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it now and lock in the best price!Need holiday gift ideas? Check out our new Pantsuit Politics merchandise! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beth and guest host Bryn talk about the news of the week, including the crisis at the border, news in Ukraine, and the status of the American automotive industry. Recommended Resources: Maryland and Gerrymandering New Democrats in the HouseWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it now and lock in the best price! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're sharing the live podcast we recorded last weekend in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. We talk extensively about how we discuss American stories like Thanksgiving and the Civil War. We also talk a little bit about the Georgia gubernatorial race and the response of Stacey Abrams to the results. Plus, we share the Q&A time with listeners at the event. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! You can preorder it now and lock in the best price! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The holiday is fast approaching and we've brought back Diana Butler Bass to discuss the politics of Thanksgiving. Plus, we talk about Nancy Pelosi, Theresa May, and the contentious conversation around female leadership. We also share some thoughts about criminal justice reform and the potential new legislation around the issue. Resources for Thanksgiving: Recognizing Native American Perspectives: Thanksgiving and the National Day of Mourning Decolonizing Thanksgiving: A Toolkit for Combating Racism in Schools The Future Is Indigenous: Decolonizing Thanksgiving Are You Teaching the Real Story of the "First Thanksgiving"? Teaching kids about Thanksgiving or Columbus? They deserve the real storyWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now and get access to our H

CNN is suing the White House over Jim Acosta's press credentials and the midterms have put a spotlight on the need for serious election reforms. We discuss media access and how the partisanship around our elections affects the process of winning and losing. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now and get access to our Holiday Survival Class on November 20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President has appointed Matthew Whitaker as acting attorney general. We discuss what this means for the Mueller probe and for the newly-elected House majority. We also talk about the fires in California, the Thousand Oaks shooting, and our Veterans' Day gratitude moments.Recommended Resources: Fires in California Why California Wildfires Are So Bad Why Forest Fires Burn Cities Thousand Oaks Shooting Thousand Oaks Gunman Posts on Instagram During ShootingPete Davidson's SNL Apology Macron's Armistice Day RemarksWhitaker as Acting Attorney General: A Quick Primer on the Legality of Appointing Matthew Whitaker as “Acting” Attorney General I Was the Subject of a Political 'Witch Hunt.' Matt Whitaker Directed It. Here are 5 reasons why Matthew Whitaker isn't attorney general material 'Scam' Company Advised By Matthew Whitaker Threatened Victims, But Hundreds Filed Complaints AnywayWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get

For the first time ever over 100 women are going to Congress. In an avalanche of news, we're going to focus on the election We share our reflections on the midterm elections, including updates on all of "our" candidates. We also talk about the stories which have pushed the news cycle to move on from the election so quickly. We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our first segment, we discuss the tragic yoga studio shooting in Florida. We're also sharing our thoughts about Iran on social media. In our main segment, we talk about Election Day and all the trends we've observed in this particular election cycle. Recommended Resources: Pantsuit Politics Live in Gettysburg tickets Yoga Studio Shooting Female Candidates Break Barriers, Except FinanciallyCandidate Interviews: Tabitha Isner (February 20 episode) Tiffany Bond (June 26 episode) Carri Hicks (July 20 episode) Amy McGrath (August 21 episode) Stephany Rose Spaulding (August 31 episode) Jessica Morse (September 21 episode) Crystal Quade (September 28 episode) Abigail Spanberger (October 2 episode) Sarah Riggs Amico (October 5 episode) Lindsay James (October 9 episode) Erica McAdoo (October 26... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The midterm elections are just around the corner. Today, we're sharing conversations with women leaders from both parties as you consider your options heading into the polls. Recommended Resources:Freedom Forum Institute - Women Candidates in 2018 Path to Parity: How Women Run and WinInclusive SecuritySwanee Hunt's Website Why don’t Republican women run the way Democrats do?We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eleven people were murdered at the Tree of Life synagogue during the worst hate crime against the Jewish community in the US in recent memory. We discuss the violence and ugliness that continues to grip the country and share a conversation with another woman campaigning to make positive change: Mary Throne, Democratic candidate for governor in Wyoming.Recommended Resources: Synagogue survivor recounts terror A Broken Jewish Community Kentucky Kroger Shooting Trump's Twitter and the Alt RightGratitude Moment: Human Pathogenic Bacteria BreakthroughMary Throne for GovernorPantsuit Politics in the Wild:Cincinnati Podcast Festival Gettysburg Live ShowWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omny

As we get closer to Election day and the political rhetoric gets more intense, we've learned that at least seven bombs have been mailed to prominent Democrats. We discuss the political climate, a shooting in our home state, and talk with Erica McAdoo, candidate for the North Carolina Legislature.Recommended Resources: Pipe Bomb Packages Kentucky Kroger Shooting Presidential Phone SecurityErica McAdoo websiteErica McAdoo social: Facebook and TwitterWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Immigration and #metoo are back in the news. We discuss the group of people coming up through Central America in hopes of becoming Americans. We also react to The Daily podcast's look into Louis C.K.'s comedy comeback. Then, we share our conversation with Professor Lisa Swain about bias, truth, and the future of democracy.Recommended Resources: Amazon Invests in Closed Loop Fund The Daily: Letting Louis C.K. Back OnstageWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's news has galvanized a new wave of conversations about what's at stake in the political landscape. We discuss the situation surrounding Jamal Khashoggi's death and The New York Times article questioning the place of nuance in our modern culture. Considering our whole deal is nuance, we have an extended conversation about what nuance and moderation mean to us and how power dynamics matter as a part of that conversation. Then, we share Beth's conversation with author Christina Dalcher who wrote Vox, a novel about women's voices being taken away - literally. They talk about how feminism and modern politics did and did not influence Dalcher's work. Recommended Resources: Does This Moment in History Call for More ‘Nuance,’ or Less? (NYTimes)Abigail Spanberger's Awesome Debate Closing Statement Our Interview with Abigail SpanbergerChristina Dalcher website Vox by Christina DalcherWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of

The midterm elections are frequently described as possessing historic importance. Today, we're sharing resources and discussing how you can be an informed midterms voter.Recommended Resources:Politico Playbook Elizabeth Warren Releases DNA TestBeth's Gratitude Moment: Madelyn Ellen Linsenmeir ObituaryThe Lazy Genius Meal PlannerVoter Resources: Pantsuit Politics Community Midterm Election Resource North Dakota Native IDsGeorgia Voter RegistrationNational Voter Registration (or change or confirm)Rock the VoteVote Smart Little Evidence of Chinese Meddling Red Flags and Chinese Meddling Russian Election Interference We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i

Hurricane Michael has brutalized the Florida panhandle, and journalist Jamal Khashoggi disappeared after entering a Saudi consulate in Turkey. In the midst of these crises, the President is focused on campaigning. We discuss the news and his USA Today op-ed about American healthcare and the partisan divide. That discussion leads us into a deep dive about the practicality of changing the structure of our national healthcare. Recommended Resources: Hurricane Michael Death TollMissing writer shows Saudi Arabia’s dark side Khashoggi mystery exposes rift between U.S. allies Turkey, Saudi Arabia Donald Trump Lands in Saudi Arabia on First Overseas Visit of Presidency Trump reluctant to cut off arms sales to Saudis in response to Khashoggi's disappearance Donald Trump's USA Today op-ed Fact-checking President Trump’s USA Today op-ed on ‘Medicare-for-All’If you're new to Pantsuit Politics, we recommend checking out these past episodes to get a taste of who we are and what we do: Kavanaugh Wearines

Brett Kavanaugh is now a justice on the Supreme Court, and international scientists have issued a landmark report on climate change. We talk about the weekend news before sharing our conversation with another exciting female candidate, Lindsay James. She decided to run for Iowa's legislature after President Trump was elected. In our Outside of Politics segment, we talk about movies we've seen recently. Recommended Resources: The IPCC Report Global Warming Warnings What You Can Do About Climate Change500 Women ScientistsLindsay James:Lindsay James WebsiteFacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just when we think we've exhausted our emotions over the Kavanaugh nomination...another day, another news cycle. We talk through some of the reasons this process is hitting so close to home for us. We also discuss the deeply important The New York Times story about the Trump family and tax fraud. Then, we share our conversation with Sarah Riggs Amico, who is running to become Georgia's Lt. Governor. We hope you will be as excited by her balance, nuance, and passion for policy as we were.We are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tsunami has killed more than 800 people in Indonesia. The Violence Against Women Act is set to expire, and the FBI is investigating the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh. We discuss all of those things and also share our wonderful conversation with Abigail Spanberger, a former CIA operative who is now running to represent the Virginia 7th in Congress.Recommended Resources: Indonesian Tsunami Violence Against Women Act Explained Violence Against Women Act ExpirationMarch for Black WomenThe Kavanaugh Nomination Continues: Jeff Flake Explains Himself FBI Investigation Into Brett Kavanaugh Lindsey Graham Wants to Investigate Democrats The Hearings Were Never About TruthAbigail Spanberger:Abigail Spanberger for Congress Democratic House candidate Abigail Spanberger suffers the kind of election year smear John McCain would recognize This Democrat Is Running as the Tough GuyWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to

The entire nation watched as Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Brett Kavanaugh testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee. We followed the hearings all day on Thursday and are sharing our reactions. On a more hopeful note, we're also sharing our interview with Missouri State Representative Crystal Quade. Crystal Quade:Crystal Quade Website Springfield Democrat works across the aisle to ensure filing of 'cliff effect' bill 'Cliff effect' testimony gets emotional as Springfield mothers share stories of povertyCrystal's BeliefsWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out in February! But - you can preorder it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another woman has come forward with accusations of sexual misconduct by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. We spend our main segment talking about the ongoing drama surrounding his nomination and the varied emotional reactions to the ever-changing news. We also discuss various stories of diplomacy (or lack thereof) around the world. Foreign...  President Trump at the United Nations Jeremy Corbyn and Brexit Theresa May and BrexitEthiopia-Eritrea border reopens after 20 years...And Domestic Diverting Funds to Migrant Children in Custody South Carolina Record Flooding from Florence Hog Lagoons in North Carolina Hurricane Florence Damage is Still GrowingThe Coders of KentuckyThe Kavanaugh Saga Continues... Another Accusation in The New Yorker Revisionist History Memory EpisodesAdditional Resources On Being with Krista TippettWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our P