Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast
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Join noted author & pundit Molly Jong-Fast for irreverent humor that cuts right to the heart of our politics today as she discusses the top political headlines with some of today’s best minds. Known for being one of the few interviewers in politics to cut through the talking points, Molly reveals the personalities and issues tearing the country apart. She asks the questions no one else does, and gets the answers even her guests didn’t expect to give – and exactly what you want to know. Tune in every Monday, Wednesday & Friday for the funniest yet serious look at what’s ailing America.
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Oct 4, 2025 • 43min
Justin Wolfers & Jacob Soboroff
Justin Wolfers, an economist and host of Think Like an Economist, dissects the unexpected halt of job statistics due to the government shutdown and exposes errors by the Council of Economic Advisors. Jacob Soboroff, a senior political correspondent at MSNBC, sheds light on the troubling realities of ICE raids affecting U.S. citizens, sharing compelling personal stories of deportations. Their conversation dives into the broader implications of these issues on trust in government and community responses, underscoring the human cost of immigration policies.
Oct 2, 2025 • 41min
Mary Trump & Jason Leopold
Mary Trump, a psychologist and author, delves into Donald Trump's cognitive decline, analyzing his behavior and its implications for the presidency. Investigative reporter Jason Leopold shares shocking findings from his research on Jeffrey Epstein's emails, revealing connections to high-profile figures like Peter Mandelson and Alan Dershowitz. The discussion also uncovers disturbing insights about Epstein's manipulation of women and hints at Trump's involvement. Both guests tackle the media's role in normalizing extreme rhetoric and the broader political consequences.
Oct 1, 2025 • 47min
Sam Seder & Ben Collins
The Majority Report’s Sam Seder examines the government shutdown. The Onion editor Ben Collins details how fear of Trump’s retribution shut down his new mockumentary Jeffrey Epstein: Bad Pedophile.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 29, 2025 • 49min
Rick Wilson & Tom Frieden
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines the impending government shutdown.Former CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden details his new book The Formula for Better Health: How to Save Millions of Lives—Including Your Own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 27, 2025 • 46min
Charlie Sykes & Jonathan Mahler
To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes examines Trump’s fast-paced authoritarianism. The New York Times’ Jonathan Mahler details his powerful story on the Trump administration cutting cancer research funding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 25, 2025 • 57min
Harry Litman, Sen. Charles Schumer & Rep. Haley Stevens
Talking Feds’ Harry Litman examines the distrust of the administration’s press during a horrific shooting. Congresswoman Haley Stevens details her run for the open Senate seat in Michigan.Plus, we have a bonus conversation with Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer about the upcoming government shutdown showdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 24, 2025 • 47min
Tim Miller & Jessica Valenti
Tim Miller, a political strategist and host of the Bulwark Daily Podcast, critiques Trump's disastrous UN speech, dissecting his political style and rhetoric. Jessica Valenti, founder of the Abortion Every Day newsletter, discusses the implications of potentially running pro-life Democrats and argues why such a move would narrow the party's appeal. They also explore the increasing threats to reproductive rights, the anti-choice movement's broader goals, and the significance of recent ballot victories for abortion rights.
Sep 22, 2025 • 52min
Rick Wilson & Ian Bremmer
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines the insane accusations of bribery against Tom Homan.Then The Eurasia Group’s Ian Bremmer details how Trump’s reckless monetary policy is playing out on the world stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 20, 2025 • 43min
Meredith Shiner & Will Sommer
The New Republic’s Meredith Shiner examines how to push back against Trump’s increasingly disturbing rule. The Bulwark’s Will Sommer details the chaos in MAGA World following the killing of Charlie Kirk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 18, 2025 • 44min
Jeet Heer & Ed Luce
The Nation’s Jeet Heer examines Kash Patel’s jaw-dropping congressional hearing. The Financial Times’ Ed Luce details how Trump’s immigration war is hurting our economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
