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Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

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Jun 4, 2025 • 43min

Dana Milbank & Marc Dunkelman

Dana Milbank, a Washington Post columnist and author of 'Fools on the Hill', discusses the decline of Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, touching on shifting voter sentiments and legislative controversies. Marc Dunkleman, author of 'Why Nothing Works', critiques societal progress, exploring how government inefficiency hinders change and raises ethical concerns about policy impacts on vulnerable populations. Both guests unpack the complexities of political motivations, the influence of money, and the urgent need for effective governance in today's political landscape.
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Jun 2, 2025 • 51min

Rick Wilson & Antonia Hylton

Rick Wilson, founder of the Lincoln Project, shares insights on Elon Musk's fleeting influence over DOGE and the implications of his departure from D.C. Meanwhile, Antonia Hylton discusses her NBC doc, The Children’s Pastor, shedding light on troubling allegations of abuse and the challenges faced in seeking justice. They also navigate the intersection of corporate interests and politics, revealing how media shapes public perception and legislative dialogue in today's turbulent landscape.
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May 31, 2025 • 48min

Jeet Heer & Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan

Jeet Heer, a contributor to The Nation and host of The Time of Monsters, dives into the intense infighting among MAGA factions and the significant influence of Leonard Leo. Meanwhile, Minnesota's Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan shares her inspiring personal journey and highlights her key policy priorities as she campaigns for the Senate. They discuss the implications of a shifting political landscape, legislative challenges, and the urgent need for more empathetic leadership in today's divisive environment.
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May 29, 2025 • 50min

Justin Wolfers & Kate Compton Barr

Justin Wolfers, an economist and host of the Think Like an Economist podcast, shares insights on the chaotic tariff landscape, humorously dissecting economic missteps that affect consumers. Alongside him, Kate Compton Barr, founder of Can't Win Victory Fund, argues for the importance of running candidates in unwinnable districts to build future Democratic success. They touch on navigating trade turbulence and the role of authentic representation and innovative voter engagement strategies in the political landscape.
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May 28, 2025 • 46min

Evan Osnos & Randi Weingarten,

The New Yorker’s Evan Osnos examines the broligarchy’s reckless actions while detailing his new book The Haves and the Have Yachts. Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, spells out the cruel attacks in Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 26, 2025 • 41min

Rick Wilson & Justin Brannan

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines the "big, beautiful bill" and its raw deal for the American people. New York City Councilman Justin Brannan details his run for NYC Comptroller and how the job can change citizens’ lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 24, 2025 • 44min

Andy Levy & Gov. Ned Lamont

As The World Churns’ Andy Levy surveys the chaos and corruption in Trump World.Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont details how he’s navigating Trump’s aggression toward blue states.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 22, 2025 • 53min

Dahlia Lithwick & Katie Porter

Slate’s Dahlia Lithwick surveys the endless lawlessness we’re seeing as the Trump administration defies the courts. Former Congresswoman Katie Porter details her run for California Governor and how she’d handle the sea change happening in the state right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 21, 2025 • 48min

Lawrence O’Donnell & Mike Bird

MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell dissects Trump’s constant need to exaggerate at every opportunity.The Economist’s Mike Bird details how tariffs are affecting Americans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 19, 2025 • 46min

Rick Wilson & Callum Williams

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines life in the newly minted United States of Arabia.The Economist’s Callum Williams details why Gen X may be the saddest generation America has ever seen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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