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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Feb 17, 2023 • 45min
Rep. Katie Porter, Jeet Heer & Ben Schiller
On the heels of Diane Feinstein’s retirement announcement, Rep. Katie Porter makes her case for why she's the candidate to support in California’s Senate primary. The Nation’s Jeet Heer talks about Gov. Nikki Haley’s soon-to-be footnote of a presidential run. Plus, CoinDesk Editor Ben Schiller brings us up to date on crypto’s implosion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 15, 2023 • 52min
Rep. Seth Moulton, Dahlia Lithwick & Jacqueline Alemany
Rep. Seth Moulton tells us about the progress congress is able to make in a Republican-controlled congress. Slate’s Dahlia Lithwick talks about the case that could ban abortion medication across America. Plus, The Washington Post’s Jacqueline Alemany introduces us to the latest Republican congressperson with a fictitious past. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 13, 2023 • 1h 1min
Rick Wilson, Marc Elias & Ben Wikler
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson tells us why Ron DeSantis winning the Republican nomination guarantees a GOP loss. Democracy Docket’s Mark Elias talks to us about what we can do to protect our Democracy. Then Wisconsin Democrat’s Ben Wikler talks to us about the most important race in America in 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 10, 2023 • 54min
Busy Phillipps, Cornell Belcher & Roben Farzad
Actress & podcast host Busy Phillipps talks about her activism and how the world of celebrity has changed. MSNBC political analyst Cornell Belcher tells us about the media’s distorted lens when covering VP Kamala Harris. NPR’s Roben Farzad explains to us the anomalies of the US economy and how EVs have a surprising role in it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 8, 2023 • 49min
Brian Stelter, Anne Alvergue & Debra McClutchy
Brian Stelter joins us to talk about the flaws of modern-day political coverage. Directors Anne Alvergue & Debra McClutchy tell us about their documentary, The Martha Mitchell Effect, which is now streaming on Netflix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 6, 2023 • 52min
Karine Jean-Pierre, Tim O’Brien & Elie Honig
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre tells us how she navigates communicating the nuances of the world’s most complicated job. Bloomberg Opinion’s Tim O’Brien tells us how to interpret the explosive job numbers that were just released. Plus, CNN Legal analyst Elie Honig joins us to talk about his new book Untouchable: How Powerful People Get Away With It. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 3, 2023 • 53min
Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Sen. Patty Murray & Gov. Howard Dean
Rep. Nancy Pelosi tells us about the implications of conspiracy theories on the quality of government. Senator Patty Murray (WA) tells us about her unique position in the Senate. Former DNC chair. Howard Dean talks about how the Dems can repair crucial party infrastructure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 1, 2023 • 56min
Ronald Brownstein, Susan Del Percio & Danielle Allen
The Atlantic’s Ronald Brownstein gives us an overview of how the 218th Congress will play out. NBC political analyst Susan Del Percio talks about the Republican Party’s descent into chaos. And The Washington Post’s Danielle Allen previews her year-long project reporting on how we can repair our broken democracy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 30, 2023 • 54min
Sen. Tammy Baldwin, Sam Brodey & Michael Weiss
Sen. Tammy Baldwin shares insights on expanding healthcare in America. Sam Brodey discusses chaos from recent Congressional committee assignments. Michael Weiss talks about Biden sending tanks to Ukraine.
Jan 27, 2023 • 52min
Al Franken, Sen. Chris Murphy & Jeff Stein
Former Senator Al Franken tells us about the message the GOP should have received from the last election—a message which they are continuing to ignore. Senator Chris Murphy (CT) recounts the truly unexpected discoveries he made at the U.S.-Mexico border. And Washington Post White House economics reporter Jeff Stein tells us about the less frequently discussed bargaining chips that could be used in the debt ceiling negotiations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
