Mastering the Room

Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers Talk Politics — and Political Therapy

Episode Summary

Casey sits down with Sarah Stewart-Holland and Beth Sillers, the hosts of the wildly popular Pantsuit Politics podcast, to discuss the origins of their podcast, the evolution of political discourse, and the importance of community engagement. They talk about listener interactions that have shaped their journey, the role of news in politics, and the challenges of bridging the gap between local and national perspectives. They also discuss the significance of authenticity in political leadership and the need for more people to participate in civic duties to foster trust in institutions. Find "Pantsuit Politics" at https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/ Subscribe and Rate Mastering the Room on: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mastering-the-room/id1725338042 🔊 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/30B5HT6QCFnakmtp0MnZoT Or wherever you get your favorite podcasts. For bookings or advertising: - visit our show page (https://gspm.gwu.edu/mastering-room-podcast) - email us: matt.mcdermott@idfive.com

Episode Notes

Casey sits down with Sarah Stewart-Holland and Beth Sillers, the hosts of the popular podcast Pantsuit Politics, to discuss the origins of their podcast, the evolution of political discourse, and the importance of community engagement. They share listener interactions that have shaped their journey, the role of news in politics, and the challenges of bridging the gap between local and national perspectives.

They also discuss the significance of authenticity in political leadership and the need for more people to participate in civic duties to foster trust in institutions.

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🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mastering-the-room/id1725338042
🔊 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/30B5HT6QCFnakmtp0MnZoT
Or wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

For bookings or advertising opportunities visit our show page or email us: matt.mcdermott@idfive.com

LINKS:
Pantsuit Politics Substack
Pantsuit Politics Show Page 

EPISODE NOTES:

• Pantsuit Politics started as a way to have meaningful conversations about current events.
• The podcast has evolved over the years, reflecting changes in the hosts' lives and politics.
• Listener engagement has been crucial in shaping the podcast's direction.
• The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding local politics in the context of national issues.
• There is a growing discomfort in politics that can be harnessed for positive change.
• Authenticity is key for political leaders to connect with their audience.
• Personal experiences in politics can provide valuable insights into the challenges faced by public servants.
• Civic duty and participation are essential for rebuilding trust in institutions.
• The hosts believe that more exposure to governance can change perceptions of political systems.
• Community building is a vital aspect of their podcast's success. Civic engagement can open our eyes to community issues.
• Businesses can play a crucial role in incentivizing civic participation.
• Civic work should not solely rely on volunteerism.
• Expectations around civic duty need to be redefined.
• Consumerism has overshadowed our roles as citizens.
• Civic engagement often requires personal investment, not financial.
• Finding purpose in civic engagement is essential for fulfillment.
• Local actions can have a significant impact beyond voting.
• Acknowledging uncertainty in political outcomes is important.
• Literature can provide comfort and perspective in challenging times.