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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Apr 5, 2024 • 55min
Jeet Herr, Harry Litman, & Jacob Rubashkin
The Nation’s Jeet Heer weighs President Biden’s reaction to policy pushbacks coming from his left. Talking Feds’ Harry Litman examines the stakes of Judge Aileen Cannon’s latest insane ruling. Inside Elections' Jacob Rubashkin uncovers some of the less-covered House races that could really matter in the 2024 election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 3, 2024 • 50min
Stuart Stevens, Mary Ziegler & Lisa Graves
Political strategist Stuart Stevens discusses Trump's campaign mistakes, Lisa Graves reveals Republican AG Association plans, and legal historian Mary Ziegler talks women's autonomy. Topics: Trump's finances, Raga's influence, anti-choice laws evolution.
Apr 1, 2024 • 52min
Rick Wilson, Cornell Belcher & Shane Goldmacher
Rick Wilson from The Lincoln Project criticizes the RNC, Shane Goldmacher discusses Trump's legal bill payments, and Cornell Belcher evaluates poll analysis. Topics include Trump's fundraising tactics, legal battles, and the Republican National Committee's internal dynamics.
Mar 29, 2024 • 49min
Neera Tanden, John Heilemann & Thomas Zimmer
Neera Tanden discusses the GOP's stance on reproductive rights, John Heilemann assesses Biden's reelection chances, and Thomas Zimmer reveals The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 plan. The podcast touches on election dynamics, impact of third party candidates, abortion's political implications, battle over healthcare, and conservative radicalization.
Mar 27, 2024 • 54min
Al Franken, Dahlia Lithwick, Roberta Kaplan & Imran Ahmed
Former Senator Al Franken parses through the remains of the Republicans' vibes-based impeachment of President Biden. Lawyer Roberta Kaplan along with Imran Ahmed, who is the founder of Countering Digital Hate, detail their victory over Elon Musk in court. Slate senior editor Dahlia Lithwick examines the horrors of today’s Supreme Court on Mifepristone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 25, 2024 • 50min
Angelo Carusone, Marc Elias & Katie Rogers
Media Matters' Angelo Carusone examines Fox’s noticeably absent coverage of Mike Pence refusing to endorse Donald Trump. Democracy Docket’s Marc Elias details the RNC’s new shenanigans with our voting rolls. The New York Times' Katie Rogers details her new book 'American Woman: The Transformation of the Modern First Lady, from Hillary Clinton to Jill Biden.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 22, 2024 • 51min
Gov. Tim Walz, Rep. Eric Swalwell & Charlie Sykes
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz talks about enacting progressive policies that actually change citizens' lives. Congressman Eric Swalwell details what he saw at another one of the Republicans' inept Biden Impeachment hearings. MSNBC contributor Charlie Sykes details the Republicans' ridiculous new budget attacks on Social Security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 20, 2024 • 55min
Tim Miller, Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester & Amy Chozick
The Bulwark's Tim Miller examines why no MAGA billionaires are bailing out Donald Trump’s legal troubles. Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester details her Senate run as well as being a co-chair of the Biden campaign. Former political reporter Amy Chozick details her new Max TV show 'The Girls On The Bus,' which is inspired by her time on the 2016 campaign trail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 18, 2024 • 53min
Rick Wilson, Kara Swisher & Sarah McCammon
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson roasts the looting of the RNC under Lara Trump’s rule. Pivot host Kara Swisher details her new book 'Burnbook: A Tech Love Story,' while Sarah McCammon examines their new book 'The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 15, 2024 • 48min
Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, James Carville & Shannon Watts
Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell tells us how she plans on beating Senator Rick Scott to help Dems keep the Senate. Democratic strategist James Carville breaks down how Mike Johnson’s speakership could collapse with the exit of Rep. Ken Buck. Moms Demand Action founder Shannon Watts parses what's shaping the 2024 election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
