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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Jan 7, 2026 • 49min
George Conway & Ian Bremmer
George Conway, an attorney and political commentator running for Congress, shares his motivations for entering politics, emphasizing the need for non-career politicians to protect democratic institutions. Ian Bremmer, a leading political scientist, discusses the global destabilization caused by U.S. actions, particularly the implications of U.S. policies in Venezuela. They both highlight the dangers of Trump's assertive foreign policy and its potential to escalate conflicts, revealing the intricate connection between domestic politics and international stability.
Jan 5, 2026 • 38min
Rick Wilson & Brad Meltzer
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines Trump’s insane takeover of Venezuela.Then author Brad Meltzer details his new book The Viper.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 3, 2026 • 36min
Mechele Dickerson & Mary Clare Jalonick
University of Texas School of Law professor Mechele Dickerson details her new book The Middle-Class New Deal: Restoring Upward Mobility and the American Dream.Then The Associated Press’ Mary Clare Jalonick examines her new book Storm at the Capitol: An Oral History of January 6th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 1, 2026 • 37min
J. Walter Sterling & David Roberts
St. John’s College President J. Walter Sterling examines how to educate in the age of AI.But first, Volts newsletter author David Roberts details the latest developments in climate change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 31, 2025 • 36min
Michael Rohatyn & Lindsay Owens
Michael Rohatyn details his documentary Drop Dead City, an extraordinary portrait of New York City’s fiscal crisis in the 1970s.The Groundwork Collective’s Lindsay Owens examines their blockbuster reporting on Instacart’s use of dynamic pricing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 29, 2025 • 33min
Gil Duran & Arianna Jones
The Nerd Reich newsletter author and The New Republic contributor Gil Duran examines Silicon Valley leaders advocating for an anti-democracy agenda. NextGen America Executive Director Arianna Jones details how to mobilize young voters to turn out for Democrats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 27, 2025 • 35min
Amanda Litman & Emily Atkin
Run For Something’s Amanda Litman examines how Democrats can recruit candidates to win the midterms. Heated’s Emily Atkin details the latest developments in climate change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 25, 2025 • 36min
Steven Levitsky & Michael Roth
Harvard professor and How Democracies Die co-author Steven Levitsky details why he’s more optimistic about Trump failing a year into his presidency. Wesleyan University President Michael Roth examines how universities are pushing back against Donald Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 24, 2025 • 35min
Peter Shamshiri & Beverly Gage
5-4 podcast co-host Peter Shamshiri previews what to expect from the Supreme Court next year. Yale’s Beverly Gage examines the history of the FBI and how it reflects on Kash Patel’s reign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 20, 2025 • 48min
Jeet Heer & Tom Steyer
The Nation’s Jeet Heer examines President Trump’s demented rants about other presidents.California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer details his run to become California’s top elected official.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
