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.
Episodes
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Jun 30, 2025 • 37min
Jacob Silverman, Matthew O’Neill & Perri Peltz
Substack’s Jacob Silverman examines Trump’s bizarre plan to turn cities into deregulated dystopias.Bloomberg’s Matthew O’Neill and Perri Peltz detail their new documentary Can’t Look Away, about tech’s stranglehold on our children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 28, 2025 • 1h 5min
Evan Osnos, Meredith Shiner & Rebecca Katz
The New Yorker’s Evan Osnos examines the petty tantrums of the richest people on Earth and why they’re no longer serving the public the way they once did. Meredith Shiner details her article on why we need to primary every sitting Democrat. Plus, we have a special bonus interview with Democratic strategist Rebecca Katz about how Democrats can win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 26, 2025 • 49min
Justin Wolfers & David Daley
Justin Wolfers is a University of Michigan professor and host of the Think Like an Economist podcast, while David Daley is a senior fellow at FairVote and author of RatFucked. They delve into the implications of skyrocketing trade deficits and how trade policies are reshaping the economy. Daley passionately advocates for ranked choice voting, emphasizing its potential to enhance voter choice and combat gerrymandering. Their discussion reveals the transformative power of electoral reforms and the complexities of current economic trends.
Jun 25, 2025 • 46min
George Conway & Shannon Watts
George Conway examines Trump’s disastrous strategy in the Middle East. Moms Demand Action founder Shannon Watts details her new book Fired Up: How to Turn Your Spark into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 23, 2025 • 45min
Rick Wilson & Michael Waldman
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines regime change and the potential for a new world war.The Brennan Center’s Michael Waldman details efforts to protect the vote in the midterms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 21, 2025 • 51min
Mary Trump & Randi Weingarten
The Mary Trump Show’s Mary Trump examines Trump’s devolving mental state. American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten details her departure from the DNC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 19, 2025 • 43min
Al Franken & Colonel Bree Fram
The Al Franken Show’s Al Franken examines how the cruelty of Trumpism is affecting the way the Senate operates. Colonel Bree Fram details Trump’s trans military ban and how it’s impacting the military’s competence and those who serve our country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 18, 2025 • 48min
Josh Marshall & Malcolm Kenyatta
Talking Points Memo’s Josh Marshall examines how Trump is overplaying his hand with an unpopular agenda. Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee Malcolm Kenyatta details the drama inside the DNC and his vision for the organization.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 16, 2025 • 45min
Rick Wilson & James Kimmel
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines the No King Protest, Trump’s sad birthday fascist display, and the rise of political violence. James Kimmel details his new book The Science of Revenge: Understanding the World's Deadliest Addiction—and How to Overcome It.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 14, 2025 • 47min
Charlie Sykes & Ed Luce
To The Contrary newsletter author Charlie Sykes examines the escalation of Trump’s actions since his first administration. Ed Luce details his new book Zbig: The Life of Zbigniew Brzezinski, America's Great Power Prophet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
