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 11, 2025 • 49min
Ali Vitali & Daniel Nichanian
Ali Vitali, MSNBC journalist and host of Way Too Early, shares insights on the chaos in Congress as the government shutdown continues. She discusses Republican strategies, highlighting her interview with Speaker Mike Johnson. Daniel Nichanian, editor at Bolts Magazine, emphasizes the importance of local races, analyzing key contests like New Jersey’s gubernatorial vote and its implications for Democrats. They highlight how school board elections and sheriff races reflect broader political dynamics and shape the national landscape.
Oct 9, 2025 • 43min
Jeet Heer & AG Raúl Torrez
Jeet Heer, a contributor to The Nation and host of The Time of Monsters, provides sharp insights into the political strategies surrounding the government shutdown and Trump's vulnerabilities. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez highlights the state-level legal battles against federal policies and the need for targeted messaging to Latino voters. They discuss the implications of recent Supreme Court rulings, immigration issues, and how localized resistance to Trumpism is shaping political dynamics.
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Oct 8, 2025 • 46min
Jennifer Welch & Lisa Graves
Jennifer Welch, host of the podcast I've Had It, shares her perspectives on how Republican state policies, especially in Oklahoma, have negatively impacted education and social services. She discusses the celebration of political villains and how the GOP's messaging has shifted from immigration concerns to crime. Lisa Graves, former chief counsel of the Senate Judiciary Committee and author of Without Precedent, reveals how the Roberts Court has undermined constitutional rights, including its involvement in partisan gerrymandering and executive overreach.
Oct 6, 2025 • 47min
Rick Wilson & Sen. Chris Murphy
Rick Wilson dissects Stephen Miller's narrative of casting Democrats as terrorists, highlighting how visual evidence undermines that rhetoric. He discusses the influence of key figures in Trump's administration and the internal rivalries within the MAGA movement. Senator Chris Murphy warns of the threats to democracy posed by Trump’s potential second term, linking economic issues to democratic rights. He suggests strategic state-level tactics and emphasizes the importance of mobilizing voters on healthcare and democracy to regain public faith.
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.
