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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May 31, 2024 • 56min
Al Franken, Madiba Dennie & Steven Brill
Former Senator Al Franken weighs in on Justice Alito further eroding Americans' trust in the Supreme Court. Deputy Editor for Balls and Strikes, Madiba Dennie, details her new book, 'The Originalism Trap: How Extremists Stole The Constitution And How We The People Can Take It Back.' Newsguard founder Steven Brill examines his new book, 'The Death of Truth: How Social Media and the Internet Gave Snake Oil Salesmen and Demagogues the Weapons They Needed to Destroy Trust and Polarize the World—And What We Can Do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 30, 2024 • 5min
Rick Wilson & MJF React To Trump Becoming A Convicted Felon
Rick Wilson & Molly Jong-Fast are here to give their takes on Donald Trump being guilty of all 34 counts in the hush money case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 29, 2024 • 58min
Charlie Sykes, Tom Steyer & David Leonhardt
MSNBC columnist and contributor Charlie Sykes weighs Trump’s chances of becoming a convicted felon. Former presidential candidate Tom Steyer stops by to talk about his new book, 'Cheaper, Faster, Better: How We’ll Win the Climate War.' New York Times columnist David Leonhardt discusses neopopulism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 27, 2024 • 55min
Rick Wilson, Mike Hixenbaugh & Melissa Walker
The Lincoln Project’s own Rick Wilson skewers Trump’s embarrassing appearance at the Libertarian Party’s convention. NBC’s Mike Hixenbaugh discusses his book, They Came for the Schools: One Town's Fight over Race and Identity, and the New War for America's Classrooms. The States Project's Melissa Walker examines how they are helping Democrats win elections through giving circles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 24, 2024 • 55min
Dana Milbank, Rep Jim Himes & John Ganz
Dana Milbank, a columnist for The Washington Post, examines how Trump smears his opponents using the same method each time. Representative Jim Himes surveys Speaker of the House Mike Johnson’s chaotic rule over the House. Author John Ganz details his new book, "When the Clock Broke: Con Men, Conspiracists, and How America Cracked Up in the Early 1990s."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22, 2024 • 54min
Gov. Jared Polis, Sarah Longwell & Ari Berman
Gov. Jared Polis of Colorado talks about Democrats winning with marijuana, while Ari Berman discusses voter suppression tactics in his book. Topics include Biden's strategy, voter sentiment, AI regulation, and redistricting issues.
May 20, 2024 • 47min
Rick Wilson, Sen. Bernie Sanders & Nikki McCann Ramirez
Rick Wilson of The Lincoln Project discusses Marjorie Taylor Greene's behavior, Bernie Sanders talks about progressive unity, and Nikki McCann Ramirez explores the personality of a Trump administration official. The podcast covers topics like aligning with Trump's rhetoric, comparing Biden and Trump, progressive challenges, and shifting sentiments towards Israel.
May 17, 2024 • 50min
Jeet Heer, Dan Nathan & Jacob Rubashkin
Jeet Heer discusses Biden's strategy to regain left support, Dan Nathan analyzes economic forecasts, and Jacob Rubashkin highlights key races shaping 2025 government appearance. Show covers masks bans, Israeli-Gaza conflict, and GOP loyalty to Trump. Explore Eric Adams' controversies as NY mayor, economic challenges like CPI data and interest rates, tariffs impact on supply chains, and 2024 Senate and House election overviews. Delve into Trump's legal troubles and manipulative behavior.
May 15, 2024 • 57min
Ron Brownstein, Anne Applebaum & Nikki Fried
Ron Brownstein, Anne Applebaum, and Nikki Fried discuss Biden vs. Trump polls, autocracy threats, and winning Florida for Democrats. Topics include voter demographics, propaganda, and political landscapes in key states like Florida and Kansas.
May 13, 2024 • 54min
Rick Wilson, Marc Elias & Caroline Kitchener
Rick Wilson from The Lincoln Project discusses Trump's reelection strategies, Caroline Kitchener talks about aftermath of post-Roe America, and Marc Elias explains GOP's efforts to stop vote counting. Topics include Trump's rallies, abortion laws impact, voter suppression, and legal troubles.
