Southeastern to host award winning podcasters
Wednesday, November 1, 2023 
by: Tonya Lowentritt
PANTSUIT POLITICS - Southeastern Louisiana University’s College of Business, College of Science and Technology, Department of Mathematics, and Division of Student Affairs are hosting a special speaking event featuring award-winning podcasters Sarah Stewart Holland, right, and Beth Silvers of the highly acclaimed “Pantsuit Politics” podcast.
HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University’s College of Business, College of
Science and Technology, Department of Mathematics, and Division of Student Affairs
are hosting a special speaking event featuring award-winning podcasters Sarah Stewart
Holland and Beth Silvers of the highly acclaimed “Pantsuit Politics” podcast. Scheduled
Thursday, Nov. 9, at 2 p.m., the event will take place in Southeastern’s Student Union
Theater.
Dean of the College of Business Tará Lopez said Holland and Silvers, the dynamic
duo behind the podcast, have garnered a dedicated following of their insightful and
engaging discussions on politics, culture, and current events.
“With their thoughtful approach, they offer a different take on the news in today’s
polarized world, fostering meaningful conversations and encouraging understanding
between diverse perspectives,” Lopez said.
Holland and Silvers are winners of Apple Podcasts Best of 2021 and authors of
“I Think You’re Wrong (But I’m Listening): A Guide to Grace-Filled Political Conversation.”
During the event, they will share their expertise, experiences, and unique insights
on the importance of civil discourse, political engagement, and bridging the gap between
differing viewpoints.
Attendees of the event can look forward to an enlightening discussion that explores
the vital role of conversation in fostering a more informed and empathetic society,
Lopez said.
“We are pleased to host Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers at Southeastern,”
she said. “I was fortunate to attend one of their previous speaking engagements and
believe they have a valuable message to share about treasuring relationships even
though you may have strong differences of opinion. We are excited to provide our community
with the opportunity to engage with them in person.”
The event is free and open to the public, and attendees will have the chance
to participate in a Q&A session with Holland and Silvers following their presentation.
For more information about the event, contact business@southeastern.edu or visit
https://www.southeastern.edu/acad_research/colleges/bus/events/pantsuit-politics/index.html.
