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 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.
Sep 4, 2023 • 52min
Franklin Foer, James Downie & Hannah Fried
Franklin Foer discusses his new book on Joe Biden's White House. James Downie explains the fleeting stardom of Vivek Ramaswammy. Hannah Fried talks about ensuring fair elections and fighting voter suppression.
Sep 1, 2023 • 53min
Jonathan V. Last, Hugo Lowell & Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos
Jonathan V. Last of The Bulwark elucidates the schadenfreude inherent in today's politics. Hugo Lowell of The Guardian details Trump's numerous legal challenges. Rhode Island’s Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos discusses her bid to fill Congressman Cicilline’s seat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 30, 2023 • 50min
Sen. Al Franken, Roben Farzad & Martin Pengelly
Former Senator Al Franken assesses the GOP primary a week after its inaugural debate. Roben Farzad from NPR's 'Full Disclosure' joins us to unravel the complexities of our economy. Martin Pengelly, The Guardian’s Washington breaking news correspondent, details the latest controversies surrounding Leonard Leo and his potential legal troubles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 28, 2023 • 52min
George Conway, Susan Glasser & Ruth Ben-Ghiat
Washington Post columnist George Conway lays out Trump’s endless legal challenges. Susan Glasser, a writer for The New Yorker, details Russia's direction following the death of another Putin adversary. Author Ruth Ben-Ghiat predicts the GOP's ongoing shift towards authoritarianism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 25, 2023 • 43min
Mark McKinnon, Michael Tomasky & Nikki McCann Ramirez
Showtime’s 'The Circus' Mark McKinnon recaps the first GOP debate of the 2024 race. Nikki McCann Ramirez of Rolling Stone provides more details than we might want about everyone's least favorite Republican candidate, Vivek Ramaswamy. Michael Tomasky, editor-in-chief of The New Republic, delves into the Republicans' new gambits regarding the debt ceiling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 23, 2023 • 57min
Lawrence O'Donnell, Dave Weigel & Taylor Lorenz
Lawrence O'Donnell talks about the GOP debate's irrelevance, Dave Weigel discusses the Republican Party's failure to expand their base, while Taylor Lorenz shares insights from her book about the internet's influence. They also touch upon conspiracy theories, the GOP field, rise of social media, mommy bloggers, and more.
