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 24, 2025 • 47min
Tim Miller & Jessica Valenti
Tim Miller, a political strategist and host of the Bulwark Daily Podcast, critiques Trump's disastrous UN speech, dissecting his political style and rhetoric. Jessica Valenti, founder of the Abortion Every Day newsletter, discusses the implications of potentially running pro-life Democrats and argues why such a move would narrow the party's appeal. They also explore the increasing threats to reproductive rights, the anti-choice movement's broader goals, and the significance of recent ballot victories for abortion rights.
Sep 22, 2025 • 52min
Rick Wilson & Ian Bremmer
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines the insane accusations of bribery against Tom Homan.Then The Eurasia Group’s Ian Bremmer details how Trump’s reckless monetary policy is playing out on the world stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 20, 2025 • 43min
Meredith Shiner & Will Sommer
The New Republic’s Meredith Shiner examines how to push back against Trump’s increasingly disturbing rule. The Bulwark’s Will Sommer details the chaos in MAGA World following the killing of Charlie Kirk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 18, 2025 • 44min
Jeet Heer & Ed Luce
The Nation’s Jeet Heer examines Kash Patel’s jaw-dropping congressional hearing. The Financial Times’ Ed Luce details how Trump’s immigration war is hurting our economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 17, 2025 • 52min
Angelo Carusone & Randi Weingarten
Media Matters Angelo Carusone examines Trump’s increasing threats to media organisations.American Federation of Teachers president Randi Weingarten details her new book Why Fascists Fear Teachers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 15, 2025 • 46min
Rick Wilson & Ben Wikler
The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson parses the right’s escalating rhetoric of revenge for Charlie Kirk’s death. Former chair of the Wisconsin Democrats Ben Wikler discusses how the Democratic Party effectively builds to counter the GOP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 12, 2025 • 52min
David Axelrod & David Enrich
CNN’s David Axelrod parses the aftermath of the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The New York Times' David Enrich examines his blockbuster report about JPMorgan Chase Co.'s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 11, 2025 • 43min
Lawrence O’Donnell & Xavier Beccera
MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell parses Trump’s allies trying to cope with Trump’s obvious ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Former HHS Secretary Xavier Beccera details the dangers of his former office being turned into a fever swamp of conspiracies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 10, 2025 • 45min
Kurt Andersen & Josh Turek
Evil Geniuses Author Kurt Andersen explains how the 90s brought us the deranged Republican nightmare we’re in now. Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek about his run for the open Iowa Senate seat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 8, 2025 • 58min
Evan McMorris-Santoro, Dr. Peter Hotez & Michael E. Mann
NOTUS’ Evan McMorris-Santoro examines Trump going to war with an American city.Dr. Peter Hotez and Michael E. Mann detail their new book Science Under Siege: How to Fight the Five Most Powerful Forces that Threaten Our World.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
