We talk to Rep. Lauren Underwood about supporting parents through legislation. Plus, Sarah and Beth discuss how the phrase "trust the science" is landing with them these days. TOPICS DISCUSSED “Trust the Science”Rep. Lauren Underwood on the MomnibusOutside of Politics: AKA Sorority Sisters Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk to Megan Garber of The Atlantic about the new era of scamming, what it means for our society, and the status of reality television. TOPICS DISCUSSED The New Era of Scamming with Megan Garber Outside of Politics: Reality Television Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We were delighted to talk to Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan while at the DNC last week. Plus, we discuss the shifting attitudes about the labor movement in America. TOPICS DISCUSSED Shifting American Views on LaborLt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan of Minnesota Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth have had some time to process their week at the DNC and changes in the presidential race, including RFK Jr dropping out and endorsing former president Donald Trump. TOPICS DISCUSSED Reflections on the DNCRepublican Presidential Politics: RFK Drops Out, Family and Personal LivesOutside of Politics: Swearing and Cussing Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth have been at the DNC all week, having a great time and some amazing conversations with elected leaders. We're sharing some of those with you today. TOPICS DISCUSSED Former Governor Jennifer GranholmSenator Debbie StabenowLive from the DNC with Mayor London Breed and A’shanti Gholar Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re at the DNC Convention in Chicago this week, so it felt like the perfect moment to look back at the last time the convention was in Chicago - a truly historic year. There was no better person to discuss that with than James Traub, author of the biography of Hubert Humphrey that Sarah loved. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the start of the school year! We're delighted the kids are back in school and excited to be discussing several hot discussion topics in the education world, mainly, the idea of school choice. TOPICS DISCUSSED Free School Lunches and Tampons in BathroomsSchool Choice with Jon Valant Outside of Politics: Pop Girl Summer Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is our final episode of the Summer Nuanced Life Reboot, and we're sharing a very poignant conversation with our longtime listener, Kelly Kaufman. Kelly reached out to us after her daughter died suddenly from an asthma attack last March. Her story of grieving with her community and how friends, strangers, and even Hasbro have wrapped her family in love was so potent that we asked her to join Sarah and Beth to talk about her experience in her own voice and words. *This episode contains a...

Sarah and Beth discuss the future of the conservative movement reflected in Project 2025, Tim Walz as VP pick, and the Paris Olympic Games. TOPICS DISCUSSED 2024 Presidential RaceProject 2025Outside of Politics: The Paris Olympics Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s so much to celebrate about the older members of our communities, particularly within our own families. In this episode, Sarah talks to her grandmother about her life and Beth commemorates her beloved Grandmother Joy. *This episode contains conversation about pregnancy and miscarriage. Learn more about our speaking events by visiting our website or emailing us at [email protected]. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life?...

Sarah and Beth talk about tension around the world with developments from Bangladesh to Israel, the Veepstakes, and their takeaways from summer travel. TOPICS DISCUSSED Global HotspotsVice President Harris’s VeepstakesJ.D. Vance and his comments about “Cat Ladies”Outside of Politics: Sarah and Beth’s Summer Travel Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sea changes in families often come with hope and heartbreak. In this episode, we share stories from listeners about moments in their life that brought that mix of feelings. We’d love to record a special message for the teachers in your life headed back to school. Our Cameos are on sale all through August to celebrate our teachers! Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our...

A lot happened in July. Sarah and Beth talk through the last month of American politics - from the presidential debate to the attempted assassination to the candidacy of Kamala Harris and her potential VP pick. TOPICS DISCUSSED J.D. Vance as Trump’s VP PickThe Path to President Biden Dropping OutThe Campaign Launch of Kamala HarrisThe Veepstakes Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So many of us are in our have experienced seasons of caregiving. For you, maybe it was a parent, a child, a pet - someone who needed you to help them get through the day in some form or fashion. In this episode, Sarah and Beth share stories of caregiving from our community and talk about what caregiving means to them. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website. ...

We’re delighted to be joined by Governor Josh Shapiro today. Governor Shapiro is focused on practical, impactful work in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and we so enjoyed chatting with him about how and why that work matters. Sarah and Beth also weigh in from their vacations about President Biden’s decision to step down and the path for Vice President Harris to accept the nomination. Check out some of our previous episode on Kamala Harris to learn more about the likely new nominee from the...

When we put out the call for questions for this revival of The Nuanced Life, we were flooded with questions about parenthood, particularly early parenthood. We are devoting this full episode to talking about the magical and mysterious and maddening early stages of parenthood. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

At times, there is a divergence between what voters say they want and how they vote. This can be particularly true when it comes to foreign policy. Jeff Friedman, author of The Commander-in-Chief Test, explores that idea with us. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth are together today discussing the attempted assassination of Donald Trump over the weekend at a rally in Pennsylvania. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this new episode of The Nuanced Life, we dig into the idea of identity diversification and how to thoughtfully shape your personal identity around more than one aspect of your life. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Federal Trade Commission wants you to be able to quit your job. Their new rule banning noncompetes has the potential to shake up the labor market in big ways. We spoke with Elizabeth Wilkins about the reasoning behind the rule change and why you should care. TOPICS DISCUSSED New Rules from the FTC with Elizabeth WilkinsOutside of Politics: Packing Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TOPICS DISCUSSED Faith and DatingFaith and ParentingOur Relationships with Church Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Beth discuss the Supreme Court and Biden's re-election Campaign TOPICS DISCUSSED The Supreme Court Rules on Trump v. United StatesThe State of President Biden’s Re-Election Bid The White House comment line is (202) 456-1111. You can call Tuesday - Thursday from 11 am - 4 pm. Email: Share Your Thoughts - Contact the President | The White House Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yesterday, President Joe Biden and former (twice-impeached, 34-time felon) President Donald Trump faced off in the first Presidential debate of the 2024 Election. It was intense, as is Sarah and Beth’s response. They take today’s episode to process it together. Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a lot going on this week. Sarah and Beth discuss several of the big stories. Then, we break down one of the most complex, important issues in America: housing. Jerusalem Demsas of The Atlantic joins us for a great conversation. TOPICS DISCUSSED Louisiana’s 10 Commandments LawThe Supreme Court on Guns and Domestic ViolenceHousing in America with Jerusalem DemsasOutside of Politics: Travis Kelce on Stage with Taylor Swift at the Eras Tour Visit our website for complete show notes and...

We're joined by Meredith Goldstein of the Boston Globe's Love Letters column and podcast to discuss navigating conflict within romantic relationships. TOPICS DISCUSSED Managing Different Approaches to ParentingConflict in Romantic Relationships with Meredith Goldstein of Love Letters Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Enjoying The Nuanced Life? Learn more about this limited summer run and find old episodes on our website. Join us for our live presidential debate...