We discuss the possible ouster of Speaker Johnson and how indirect rule shapes foreign policy. Plus, the 35th anniversary of Steel Magnolias. 
TOPICS DISCUSSEDMike Johnson and Polarization in CongressA Potential Ceasefire in GazaIndirect Rule with David LakeOutside of Politics: Steel Magnolias
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Mike Johnson, Indirect Rule, and Steel Magnolias

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Sarah and Beth share how they are thinking about several ongoing news stories, including the controversy surrounding Justice Alito and the continuing horrors in Gaza. They also interrupt our own episode for a real-time response to the conviction of former president Trump.
TOPICS DISCUSSEDDonald Trump Convicted of 34 FeloniesJustice Alito and the FlagsDevelopments in the Israel-Hamas WarOutside of Politics: Graduation
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The Trump Verdict, Justice Alito, and “All Eyes on Rafah”

We are delighted to share this conversation with Elizabeth Holmes of So Many Thoughts. Elizabeth is a former Wall Street Journal style reporter and current fashion commentator who gives political and royal fashion the serious, thoughtful, and fun coverage it deserves.
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Political (and Royal) Fashion with Elizabeth Holmes

The verdict in the first criminal trial of former president Donald Trump will likely come down next week. Sarah and Beth discuss how they are thinking about the case. Then, they talk to a therapist about the difference between mental health as a concern and mental health as content.
TOPICS DISCUSSEDThe Criminal Trial of Former President Donald J. TrumpMental Health as Content with Jacey VerdicchioOutside of Politics: Alexa Etiquette
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The Impending Trump Verdict and a Path Forward for Mental Health

Sarah and Beth discuss Harrison Butker's controversial commencement speech and more widespread symptoms of feminist backlash. Next, they share this conversation on childcare policy with House Minority Whip Katherine Clark.
TOPICS DISCUSSEDHarrison Butker and Feminist BacklashHouse Minority Whip Katherine Clark on Affordable ChildcareOutside of Politics: Smell Maxxing and Perfume Etiquette
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The Feminist Backlash and Minority Whip Katherine Clark on Affordable Childcare

We talked to Ambassador Eisen about what he's seeing inside the courtroom at the Trump hush money trial. Plus, presidential debates have been scheduled for June and September and Sarah and Beth have thoughts.
TOPICS DISCUSSEDPresidential Debates ScheduledEthics and the Trump Trial with Ambassador Norm EisenOutside of Politics: Baby Hawks
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Mike Johnson, Indirect Rule, and Steel Magnolias

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