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If the Trump presidency is teaching us anything, it’s that Americans have some deep psychological issues to sort out. We continue working through our patriotic therapy in today’s episode.  Thanks so much to our sponsors, ModCloth and Ellevest.  We discuss intense listener feedback to our conversation about President Trump's remarks on NFL protestors. Why is this discussion so hard? What do our reactions say about race in America and our military?  We continue this conversation by reacting Oprah's recent 60 Minutes report from a Michigan focus group.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

America’s favorite sport has become the latest arena for partisan politics. We discuss the President’s statements on the NFL and the relationship between race, politics, and patriotism. We also talk about North Korean policy continuing to play out via Twitter and the incredible suffering Puerto Rico. We end the show with what's on our minds outside of politics--including Sarah's home purchase and an article on accidental killings that touched Beth.  Thanks so much to our sponsors for today's episode: ThirdLove and ModCloth.  North Korea has started referring to President Trump as "Mr. Evil President." Its foreign minister says that sending missiles to the US mainland is "inevitable," and the President tweeted that North Korea might not exist much longer if it continues this kind of rhetoric. Side note: we're grateful for professionals continuing to support this administration's foreign policy apparatus and concerned that they might exit around the one-year mark.  We wish we ha

President Trump addressed the UN this week. We discuss his remarks, the continued debate on Graham-Cassidy as a last ditch effort to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and listener feedback. First, we celebrate reaching our first Patreon goal that will allow us to produce The Nuanced Life series. We're so excited and extraordinarily grateful. If you'd like to support our work and access our secret garden of bonus content, visit our Patreon page. Thank you, thank you, thank you. And thanks to Modcloth and VirtueLabs for sponsoring today's episode. Before discussing foreign policy, we take a moment to acknowledge the devastating earthquakes in Mexico City. Unfortunately, Mexico City is uniquely positioned for more disasters. We talk about the speech President Trump made to the UN, in which he promised to totally destroy North Korea if necessary and talked tough about Venezuela and US sovereignty. We discuss the contradictory mix of intervention and isolation the President promised as we

Republicans have promised tax reform by the end of the year. We talk about tax policy, the Trump plan, and the goals of our tax code. We also discuss the tragic shooting at Freeman High School, the reactions to Jason Stockley's acquittal, and the healthcare plan proposed by Senators Graham and Cassidy. We end the show with thoughts on parenting and the Emmys. We're still interested in hearing about your nuanced relationships! Send a voice memo to sarah@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com about your partnership with the other side. And we're less than $100 away from producing a spinoff series on nuanced living. Please head over to Patreon to support Pantsuit Politics and access all of our patrons-only content. Thanks to today's sponsors: ModCloth, Crane and Canopy, and Wunder Capital. Freeman High School. Sadly, Caleb Sharpe, a 15-year-old sophomore entered his school in Rockford, Washington, with an assault rifle and a pistol. He killed one classmate and injured three others before Joe Bowen,

Our alma mater is in the news for a truly heartbreaking reason. We continue our conversations about campus harassment and DACA in today’s episodeReminder to send us your nuanced relationship stories. You can record a voice memo and email it directly to us! Also, please help push us over the finish line on our Patreon page - where Sarah has launched her own House Hunters: Paducah Edition if you want to follow along! Here's the actual House Hunters set in Paducah she mentioned in the show.Thanks so much to our sponsors for this episode:  ModCloth is your go-to spot for fashion as unique as you. Whip up your wardrobe with quirky prints and classic silhouettes. Make every day extraordinary by going to modcloth.com and entering the code PANTSUIT to receive $30 off your purchase of $100 or more. We discuss the recent DACA "deal" between Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer, and Donald Trump - as well as the recent internal polling with Democrats. DACA become suddenly very relevant consider

In this conversation, Branden, Beth and Sarah, talk about bringing a distinctly women-centered perspective to the conversations happening around politics, intending only to learn from each other rather than walking into the discussions trying to win.CONNECT WITH BRANDENInstagram Twitter Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Betsy DeVos announced her intention to open a process that will lead to changed regulations for publicly-funded campuses responding to sexual assault allegations under Title IX. We discuss this announcement, a variety of social media hot topics, and Sarah's trip to Washington D.C. Please consider supporting Pantsuit Politics through a monthly contribution that will allow you to access the secret garden of content on Patreon. We'd also love to hear from you if you're in a relationship with someone who has completely different political views than you. Email your voice memos to sarah@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com and beth@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com. Thanks so much to our sponsors for this episode: Joan Osborne’s brand-new album, “Songs of Bob Dylan,” features 13 Bob Dylan covers that span his entire career – including "Tangled Up in Blue," "Rainy Day Women," "Quinn the Eskimo," and more. For tour dates and more information, check out JoanOsborne.com. Get Joan Osborne’s “Songs of Bob Dyla

Sarah is in Washington D.C. as part of her #CommissionerHolland duties, so this episode features two interviews. First, Beth talks with Angie Ferguson, a Kentucky state judicial secretary (and fellow Phi Mu and Transylvania University alum) about the public pension crisis. Then, Beth talks with Zahava Stadler, Manager of Policy and Research at EdBuild, about school funding, inequality, and new ways to think about education. Thanks so much to our sponsors for this episode:  ModCloth is your go-to spot for fashion as unique as you. Whip up your wardrobe with quirky prints and classic silhouettes. Make every day extraordinary by going to modcloth.com and entering the code PANTSUIT to receive $30 off your purchase of $100 or more. Third Love. Stop tugging at your bra straps and second-guessing your size. Go to thirdlove.com/pantsuit now to get your perfect ThirdLove bra… and try it for 30 days!Angie Ferguson has been with the Kentucky state court system for 13 years. During

Unfunded pension obligations have risen to $1.9 trillion from $292 billion since 2007. Today we talk about public pension systems, partisanship, and problem-solving. In the Pearls, we discuss reports that President Trump will end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program ("DACA") and North Korea's hydrogen bomb test. In the Heels, we talk about Sarah's upcoming trip to Washington, D.C. and Beth's life decisions. We had the honor of talking with Branden Harvey for his inspiring podcast, Sounds Good, while we were in Nashville. Check out our conversation on nuance and empathy. We also hope that you'll consider supporting Pantsuit Politics. We're so close to our goal and can't wait to celebrate with a mini-series on living in a more nuanced way. Thanks so much to our sponsors for this episode: Away offers high-quality luggage that is designed to be resilient, resourceful, and essential to the way you travel. Available in nine colors and four sizes – including Carry-On sizes tha

In today's episode of the Briefcase, we talk about the devastating impacts of Hurricane Harvey, the humans lessons we can take from this moment in time, and how and when to discuss the political impact of natural disasters. We also discuss the new documentary, Accidental Courtesy, about a black man who befriends members of the Ku Klux Klan. Pantsuit Politics wants to put our thoughts into action. Please consider donating to the American Red Cross or another organization. Send us a confirmation of your donation, and we will match donations from the Pantsuit Politics community up to $1000. Thanks so much to our sponsors for this episode:  ModCloth is your go-to spot for fashion as unique as you. Whip up your wardrobe with quirky prints and classic silhouettes. Make every day extraordinary by going to modcloth.com and entering the code PANTSUIT to receive $30 off your purchase of $100 or more. Virtue Labs is a new haircare brand with a vision to give everyone the best hair scientifi

As our country continues to feel divisive and unstable, it can be helpful to focus on our shared struggles. Today, our listener, Aubrey, shares her story and offers a nuanced perspective on sex addiction. In the Pearls we discuss President Trump's decision to pardon Joe Arpaio, North Korea's latest missile test, and the devastating effects of Hurricane Harvey. You can receive lots more nuance by becoming a supporter of Pantsuit Politics. We hope you'll check out our bonus episodes, blog posts, and videos. Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:  ModCloth is your go-to spot for fashion as unique as you. Whip up your wardrobe with quirky prints and classic silhouettes. Make every day extraordinary by going to modcloth.com and entering the code PANTSUIT to receive $30 off your purchase of $100 or more. Casper Mattress Casper’s award-winning sleep surface combines supportive memory foams and a springy comfort layer for just the right levels of sink and bounce. Not to mention, its br

This week, we heard from the President about his strategy in Afghanistan. Sarah was impressed that according to several reports the President spoke with soldiers before making decision and Beth reflects that most of her reaction was due to her lack of trust in Trump. We also discuss The Daily's reporting on the long-term strategy in Afghanistan with regard to Pakistan in particular. Then, we watched him give a 77-minute speech during a campaign rally in Phoenix and talk about Ben Carson's presence and his continued attacks on the media. We also struggle with people continuing to support Trump. We reflect on our reactions to these two speeches. We also discuss presidential pardons and this great Twitter thread on the subject (also don't miss the moment where Sarah confuses Chelsea Handler for Chelsea Manning!). We also talk about whether or not the Founding Fathers anticipated Trump. Our patrons-only bonus episode for August is available for $15+ monthly subscribers. Head over to Patre

Are you feeling like everyone is angry and crazy? We talk about productive ways to discuss Confederate monuments and Donald Trump. Our patrons-only bonus episode for August is available for $15+ monthly subscribers. Head over to Patreon to support the show and access the secret garden of content. Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:  ModCloth is your go-to spot for fashion as unique as you. Whip up your wardrobe with quirky prints and classic silhouettes. Make every day extraordinary by going to modcloth.com and entering the code PANTSUIT to receive $30 off your purchase of $100 or more. Casper Mattress Casper’s award-winning sleep surface combines supportive memory foams and a springy comfort layer for just the right levels of sink and bounce. Not to mention, its breathable design keeps you cool all night. Buying the Casper is easy. Just order online and it’s delivered to your door in a compact, “how did they do that” sized box. Considering we spend one third of our lives on

From redpepper in Nashville, TN, we hang out with a roomful of awesome people to discuss the President's remarks on Charlottesville (that he made while we were conducting a workshop on getting involved!) and the importance of women in politics. If you want to hear the Q&A portion of our live podcast, head over to Patreon to become a supporter of the show! Thank you so much to redpepper, and 12th table, Jackalope Brewery, and Bravazzi. And thanks to our sponsor, Modcloth:  ModCloth is your go-to spot for fashion as unique as you. Whip up your wardrobe with quirky prints and classic silhouettes. Make every day extraordinary by going to modcloth.com and entering the code PANTSUIT to receive $30 off your purchase of $100 or more.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Painfully, we are discussing Nazis, white supremacists, and the KKK. We consider the violence hate wrought upon Charlottesville, the President’s response, and our moral responsibilities at this moment in history.  Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:  Third Love. Stop tugging at your bra straps and second-guessing your size. It’s time to put fit first, with ThirdLove. ThirdLove uses women’s real measurements—and super smoothing memory foam—to create bras that fit better and are more comfortable. They offer sizes from double-A to G, as well as their exclusive halfcup sizes. Just answer a few simple questions online, and ThirdLove will recommend a bra in the right size and style for you. And now ThirdLove is offering you a chance to try one of their perfect 24/7 bras FREE for 30 days! Just pay $2.99 for shipping—and you’re on your way to a perfect fit. You’ll get to really live in this bra. Feel free to wash it. Wear it all day. You might even forget that you’re wearing it. If Third

Many of you have been asking for an update on Sarah's life as a city commissioner. She invited her friend and Paducah Mayor Brandi Harless to chat openly about what it was like to run and win and then govern! LAST CHANCE! Don't miss your chance to see Pantsuit Politics FIRST EVER LIVE SHOW!Thanks to our sponsors for this episode: Virtue Labs is a new haircare brand with a vision to give everyone the best hair scientifically possible. Six years ago, a group of bio scientists working in restorative medicine discovered an incredible new protein called Alpha Keratin 60ku, which has the power to completely transform your hair. Alpha Keratin 60ku is a whole, human protein that’s identical to the Keratin in your own hair, so it can resurface and fill in cracks from damage to change your hair’s quality and appearance forever. And, right now, you can only find it in Virtue Labs’s line of shampoos, conditioners, and styling products. Not to mention, each formula was created to address specific issue

According to the New York Times, the Department of Justice is taking on affirmative action in admissions. We discuss this controversial policy, as well as Congress's plans after the August recess.Join us in Nashville on August 15 for our very first live podcast at redpepper. Get your tickets today! Thanks to our sponsors for this episode: Crane & Canopy is an online bedding brand that wants to give you an amazing night’s sleep with their luxurious duvet covers, quilts, and sheets. Crane & Canopy bedding combines superior quality with modern style. Their bedding collection is made from the finest cotton sateen, so it’s silky-soft and incredibly comfortable. Crane & Canopy’s bedding comes in a variety of stylish patterns and colors, making it simple to find bedding that’s perfect for you and your home.  Rent the Runway allows you to finally get the wardrobe you love. Rent the Runway’s Unlimited subscription gives you access to premium designer styles for work, weekends and everyt

During John Kelly's first week as Chief of Staff, the President rolled out a plan to curb legal immigration. Beth discusses this plan and the future of healthcare and tax reform legislation with Perry Bacon of FiveThirtyEight. Thank you to Mary for sharing the Optimist's Creed. Join us in Nashville on August 15 for our very first live podcast at redpepper. Get your tickets today!   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Sarah enjoys time away with family, former Congressional staffer and writer Emily Ellsworth joins Beth to discuss the news of the week and effectively contacting your representatives. Come see us in Nashville for our first ever live podcast as part of redpepper's Hustle and Grow series. Tickets are on sale now! Thanks so much to our sponsor for this episode: Virtue Labs is a new haircare brand with a vision to give everyone the best hair scientifically possible. Six years ago, a group of bio scientists working in restorative medicine discovered an incredible new protein called Alpha Keratin 60ku, which has the power to completely transform your hair. Alpha Keratin 60ku is a whole, human protein that’s identical to the Keratin in your own hair, so it can resurface and fill in cracks from damage to change your hair’s quality and appearance forever. And, right now, you can only find it in Virtue Labs’s line of shampoos, conditioners, and styling products. Not to mention, each formula wa

Sarah talks with our Pantsuit Politics Book Club founder Megan Hart and former U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 4th congressional district Jason Altmire about the book club's June pick The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt. Next month's pick is Tribe by Sebastian Junger. TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE FOR OUR FIRST EVER LIVE SHOW IN NASHVILLE ON AUGUST 15TH. Seating is VERY limited so get your ticket now!Please help support Pantsuit Politics by becoming a patron and enjoying all of our bonus content. Thanks to our sponsors for this episode: School’s out for summer! And Redbox has the video games to keep you entertained. With over 40 thousand locations nationwide, you can rent and return anywhere. Better yet, you’ll get a FREE 1-night game rental from Redbox when you use the promo code PANTSUIT6. Swing by a Box in your neighborhood, or if you want to make sure the game you want is there when you arrive, reserve it online at