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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Dec 1, 2023 • 48min
Tim Miller, Rep. Eric Swalwell & Rep. Robert Garcia
The Bulwark's Tim Miller discusses Rep. Kevin McCarthy's impending departure from Congress. Rep. Eric Swalwell tells us about how Democrats are actually running the government since the Republicans are too dysfunctional to do it themselves. Rep. Robert Garcia details the expulsion of Congressman George Santos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 29, 2023 • 49min
James Carville, Rep. Shontel Brown & Douglas Rushkoff
Democratic strategist James Carville tells us how Biden can win back the voters he's lost. Rep. Shontel Brown tells us about what she sees in her district in Ohio. 'Survival of the Richest' author Doug Rushkoff talks about Elon Musk's latest chaos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 27, 2023 • 56min
Rick Wilson, David Leonhardt & John Burn Murdoch
The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson provides a reality check about the actual implications of The Project 2025. The Financial Times' John Burn Murdoch examines why life expectancy in the US is plummeting. The New York Times' David Leonhardt stops by to tell us about his new book, 'Ours Was the Shining Future: The Story of the American Dream.'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 24, 2023 • 37min
Ryan Reilly & Peter Salett
Ryan Reilly, NBC Justice Reporter, discusses his book 'Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System.' Peter Sallet from The Hometown Project explains using celebrities to elect local officials.
Nov 22, 2023 • 53min
Jeet Heer, Ben Mezrich & Jon Ralston
The Nation's Jeet Heer discusses how Biden can improve his poll numbers with progressives. Author Ben Mezrich details his new book, 'Breaking Twitter: Elon Musk and the Most Controversial Corporate Takeover in History.' The Nevada Independent editor Jon Ralston about the threats facing Democrats in Nevada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 20, 2023 • 55min
Rick Wilson, Margaret Sullivan & Dave Weigel
The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson discusses the inner workings of the Republican Party to support his fascist rhetoric. Semafor's Dave Weigel examines why 'woke-ism' didn't motivate people to vote in 2023. The Guardian's Margaret Sullivan assesses the media's recent failures in covering the 2024 election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 17, 2023 • 54min
Lawrence O'Donnell, Rep. Wiley Nickel & Harry Litman
MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell breaks down why Congress is becoming even more dysfunctional. Congressman Wiley Nickel details the egregious gerrymandering in North Carolina. Then we'll talk to Talking Feds host Harry Litman about Trump's latest legal woes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 15, 2023 • 54min
John Heilemann, Mitch Landrieu & Daniel Nichanian
Showtime's 'The Circus' host, John Heilemann, discusses the turmoil in Congress. White House Senior Advisor Mitch Landrieu details how the Biden administration is rebuilding America's infrastructure. Bolts Magazine Editor Daniel Nichanian examines the intricate details that contributed to the Democrats' significant victory on Election Day last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 13, 2023 • 55min
Rick Wilson, Jonathan Karl & Brian Stelter
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson outlines how the Democrats can win big in 2024. ABC News' Jonathan Karl details his new book, 'Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party.' Brian Stelter examines his new Fox News tell-all, 'Network of Lies: The Epic Saga of Fox News, Donald Trump, and the Battle for American Democracy.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 10, 2023 • 54min
Charlie Sykes, Jacob Rubashkin & George Laws
The Bulwark's Charlie Sykes surveys the contentious nature of the latest Republican debate. Inside Elections' Jacob Rubashkin delves into the concealed lessons extracted from the 2023 elections. George Laws, the Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Statehood Council, provides a comprehensive overview of new legislation aimed at achieving Puerto Rico's long-desired statehood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
