The Waves: Liz Cheney’s Mom Energy

On this week’s episode of The Waves, Slate senior writer Christina
Cauterucci and Slate books and culture columnist Laura Miller talk
all things Liz Cheney. They discuss Laura’s piece on how the
Republican Congresswoman is coming across like a disappointed mom
during the January 6 hearings—and whether comparing women
politicians to mother figures is always sexist. Then they dig into
what Cheney’s long-game is as she defies the Republican party and
goes against Donald Trump. In Slate Plus, Christina and Laura
discuss the January 6 hearings’ breakout star, Cassidy
Hutchinson.  Recommendations: Christina: Caesar salad dressing
from Once Upon a Chef Laura: Trailed by Kathryn Miles  
Podcast production by Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by
Shannon Palus, Alicia Montgomery and Daisy Rosario. Send your
comments and recommendations on what to cover to thewaves@slate.com
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