This year, we're doing a slow read-along of Alexis de Tocqueville's 19th-century classic, Democracy in America. This content is available exclusively to our Premium members, but we're sharing the first discussion with everyone today in advance of our second discussion next week. If you enjoy this episode, you can join us and get access to all past and future book club content - plus our plethora of regular Premium content - at patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics.RESOURCES:Democracy in America Read Along Schedule American Nations: A History of the Eleven Rival Regional Cultures of North America by Colin Woodard (Amazon)We're recommending this abridged version Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TOPICS DISCUSSEDTrump Hush Money Trial Begins in New YorkOJ Simpson’s Death and LegacyIran Attacks IsraelOutside of Politics: Cowboy CarterTo support the show and join our slow read of Democracy in America, please subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts SubscriptionsVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, Sarah is joined by her husband, Nicholas, to discuss the solar eclipse, the National Association of Realtors, and the Indigo Girls.TOPICS DISCUSSEDReflection on the Total Solar EclipseNational Association of Realtors SettlementOutside of Politics: Indigo GirlsTo support the show and access our Premium Book Club, please subscribe to our Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts SubscriptionsVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we're sharing a special episode with you. This conversation with Jane Ferguson was released as part of our fall 2023 book club for our Premium members. As we wrap up our winter cycle this week and prepare to launch our summer cycle, we thought it would be fun to share a glimpse into the type of book club content our Premium members are receiving. You can join us and get access to all past and future book club content - plus our plethora of regular Premium content - at patreon.com/pantsuitpolitics.Jane Ferguson's memoir, No Ordinary Assignment, details her life as a war reporter. Her courageous work is breath-taking and inspiring. We hope you love this conversation and, if you haven't read the book, that you pick it up as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're sharing a conversation with Jon Lowy, founder and president of Global Action on Gun Violence, about his international work to enforce gun laws through legal means. Plus, a special appearance from Ellen about how she handles stress at school.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Pantsuit Politics Book ClubGlobal Action on Gun Violence with Jon LowyOutside of Politics: Stress with EllenVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beth is joined by her husband, Chad, to discuss some of his favorite things. First, Apple products and whether or not it is a monopoly as a new lawsuit from the Department of Justice alleges. Then, sports gambling and its increasing prevalence in our society. TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Department of Justice v. AppleSports BettingOutside of Politics: Hat Shopping with ChadVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We share our conversation with listener Kelsey Whitt about her participation in the Missouri Girls State Program and the documentary premiering this weekend on Apple TV.Join the Pantsuit Politics Spice Cabinet for access to our Book Club and Premium content on our Patreon page or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, Sarah and Beth discuss Trump's 'God Bless the USA' Bible, EPA standards, and headlice. Today is a day where reading the article, not (just) the headline, is a real gift.TOPICS DISCUSSEDTrump’s ‘God Bless the USA Bible’EPA Emission Standards and the Future of CarsOutside of Politics: Headlice is No FunVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We were honored to talk with Governor Jay Inslee about the Reproductive Freedom Alliance and the other good work he’s doing in Washington State.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth debate the pros and cons of the TikTok bill as well as explore why conspiracy theories are so prevalent on the platform, including ones about Catherine, the Princess of Wales.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Pros and Cons of the TikTik BillThe Proliferation of Conspiracy Theories on TikTokOutside of Politics: Does It Hold Up?Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth discuss rollbacks of crime and policing reforms in traditionally blue cities and what that means for the movement for restorative justice.TOPICS DISCUSSEDShifting Policies, Data, and Attitudes about Criminal JusticeOutside of Politics: Going to the Mall Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four years out from the Covid-19 shutdown in the United States, Sarah and Beth talk to Dr. Charity Dean, one of the co-authors of Lessons from the Covid War: An Investigative Report, about what America did well and did poorly and how we should be thinking about preparations for the next pandemic.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth discuss Joe Biden's SOTU address, Senator Katie Britt's response, and spring cleaning.TOPICS DISCUSSEDJoe Biden’s State of the Union AddressOutside of Politics: Spring Cleaning with House PeaceIf you are a Premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts, make sure to share your email with us through this link so you get information about upcoming events.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth break down the results of the many Super Tuesday primary elections and what they mean for the general election in November.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe 2024 Presidential Race & Political Priorities2024 State RacesCongress at WorkDaylight Savings TimeOutside of Politics: Sarah’s Oscar Predictions & Beth’s Survivor TakesIf you are a Premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts, make sure to share your email with us through this link so you get information about upcoming events.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Catch up on the weekend's headlines with Sarah and Beth.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Humanitarian Crisis in GazaDonald Trump and the Supreme CourtMitch McConnel Retires from Senate LeadershipThe House Passes a (very) Short-Term Government Funding AgreementSuper Tuesday, Joe Biden’s Polling, and the General ElectionOutside Politics: Our “Don’t” ListIf you are listening on the Apple Podcasts app, please go to our show. Look for the three dots at the top right that take you to the settings for our show. Then, set the Downloads option to "automatically download the 5 latest episodes." This will not only ensure you get our latest shows promptly, but it is a massive assist for us on the back end of the show and how we run our business. Thank you so much!Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth talk with certified expert Erin Baute about how your Enneagram number and personality may impact how you view the presidential election.TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Enneagram and the ElectionOutside of Politics: Solving LaundryIf you are listening on the Apple Podcasts app, please go to our show. Look for the three dots at the top right that take you to the settings for our show. Then, set the Downloads option to "automatically download the 5 latest episodes." This will not only ensure you get our latest shows promptly, but it is a massive assist for us on the back end of the show and how we run our business. Thank you so much!If you are a Premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts, make sure to share your email with us through this link so you get information about upcoming events. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth talk about the South Carolina primary results and Nikki Haley's path forward. Then, they take a deep dive into a topic that is personally and politically important: TikTok trends on teen mental health. They wrap up with a conversation outside of politics about their different attitudes about skin care for kids.TOPICS DISCUSSEDNikki Haley’s Future After the South Carolina Primary ResultsTikTok Mental HealthOutside of Politics: Skin Care for Young GirlsJoin us on our Premium Channels on Patreon or Apple Podcast Subscriptions for more analysis and coverage of the headlines. Find out how to bring Sarah and Beth to your organization here.Don’t miss the chance to see Sarah and Beth live at the Emerge Conference for rising professionals on March 12 Tickets HereVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth talk about the major update concerning the star witness against Hunter Biden as well as break down the controversial decision by the Supreme Court of Alabama to legally consider embryos used in the IVF process as children.TOPICS DISCUSSEDUpdates on the Hunter Biden InvestigationsAlabama’s Supreme Court on IVFOutside of Politics: Why You Should Never RetireJoin us on our Premium Channels on Patreon or Apple Podcast Subscriptions for more analysis and coverage of the headlines. Find out how to bring Sarah and Beth to your organization here.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth discuss Alexei Navalny's death in a Russian prison and Trump's civil fraud judgment in New York.TOPICS DISCUSSEDAlexey Navalny’s Death in RussiaTrump Found Liable for Civil Fraud in New YorkOutside of Politics: Making the Bed Part 2Join us on our Premium Channels on Patreon or Apple Podcast Subscriptions for more analysis and coverage of the headlines. Find out how to bring Sarah and Beth to your organization here.Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk with producer Rob Reiner and director Dan Partland about their new documentary God & Country and explore the impact of Christian nationalism in America. Then, Beth and Sarah have the same intensity about one household chore and it's absolute necessity.TOPICS DISCUSSEDGod & Country with Rob Reiner and Dan PartlandOutside of Politics: Making the BedVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.