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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Sep 26, 2023 • 17min
BONUS: Talking Feds X Fast Politics
In a special bonus crossover episode live from Texas Tribune Fest, Talking Feds' Harry Litman and Molly Jong-Fast discuss the latest in politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 25, 2023 • 41min
Rep. Ruben Gallego, Ryan Busse & Jason Rezaian
Rep. Ruben Gallego discusses his run for the Arizona senate. Ryan Busse talks about his run for Governor of Montana. Jason Rezaian examines imprisoned journalists locked up abroad. The challenges of winning in red states, impact of military service, AI in politics, running in Montana, and falling in love with Iran are discussed.
Sep 22, 2023 • 49min
Michael Wolff, Dan Nathan & Ben Tulchin
On The Tape Podcast, host Dan Nathan makes sense of our Goldilocks economy. Michael Wolff details his new book, 'The Fall: The End of Fox News and the Murdoch Dynasty.' Pollster Ben Tulchin explains how Biden can adopt a populist message to connect better with the voters he struggles to reach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 20, 2023 • 54min
Lawrence O'Donnell, Jeff Zients & John Della Volpe
Lawrence O'Donnell imagines TV from a Trump house arrest. Jeff Zients details Biden's moves to negotiate drug prices. John Della Volpe measures grains of salt with polls.
Sep 18, 2023 • 49min
Rick Wilson, Margaret Sullivan & David Leonhardt
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson tells how Minority leader Kevin McCarthy is playing into MTG and Matt Gaetz’s plans. Margaret Sullivan of The Guardian urges the media to serve the public by covering Trump and Biden effectively. David Leonhardt of The New York Times anticipates Mitt Romney's retirement and its potential impact on the GOP's future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 15, 2023 • 51min
Ronald Brownstein, Ben Wikler & Russet Perry
The Atlantic's Ronald Brownstein outlines the calculus on just how worried Democrats should be about Biden's re-election prospects. Wisconsin Democrats chair Ben Wikler details the Republicans' latest anti-democratic move to impeach a newly elected Supreme Court justice because they don't like her. Russet Perry explains the importance of her run in a crucial Virginia state senate race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 13, 2023 • 55min
Dan Pfeiffer, Michael Waldman & Patrick Svitek
Dan Pfeiffer analyzes polls on President Biden's prospects in 2024. Patrick Svitek provides insight into Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's impeachment hearing. Michael Waldman debunks Justice Alito's arguments against Supreme Court oversight.
Sep 11, 2023 • 54min
Sen. Chris Murphy, David Corn & Daniel Levitin
Senator Chris Murphy outlines the route to enacting stronger gun laws. David Corn, the DC bureau chief for Mother Jones, delves into No Labels' latest strategy to get Trump elected via a third-party candidate. Neuroscientist and author of Weaponized Lies: How to Think Critically in the Post-Truth Era, Daniel Levitin, discusses how to communicate with Trump followers in a manner that resonates with them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 8, 2023 • 46min
Sen. Bob Casey, Lydia Polgreen & Jason Selvig
Jason Selvig from 'The Good Liars' shares his unusual observations from the Trump rallies he's attended. Senator Bob Casey discusses his reelection campaign in the pivotal state of Pennsylvania. Lydia Polgreen, a columnist for The New York Times, recounts her travels to Chad amidst global turmoil.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 6, 2023 • 54min
Rep. Maxwell Frost, Josh Marshall & Jeet Heer
Congressman Maxwell Frost predicts the impending government shutdown. Josh Marshall from TPM delves into President Biden’s initiative to lower drug prices. Jeet Heer of The Nation reflects on the potential repercussions for the GOP's disrespectful behavior towards women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
