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.

  • 54 minutes 17 seconds
    Ian Dunt, Nandini Jammi & George Whitesides

    The Origin Story Podcast host Ian Dunt previews the massive victories Labor will soon achieve in the UK. Check My Ads' Nandini Jammi details her efforts to get the MAGA-loving disinformation site The Gateway Pundit kicked off ad exchanges. Congressional candidate George Whitesides details his run against extremely vulnerable Rep. Mike Garcia.

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    3 May 2024, 4:37 am
  • 49 minutes 31 seconds
    Mary Trump, Sen. Tammy Duckworth & Sarah Burd-Sharps

    The Mary Trump Show’s Mary Trump skewers Donald Trump’s courtroom antics. Senator Tammy Duckworth stops by to talk to us about Republicans' war against IVF. Everytown’s Sarah Burd-Sharps examines Tennessee’s horrifying new law that puts guns in schools.

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    1 May 2024, 4:01 am
  • 52 minutes 58 seconds
    Rick Wilson, Nina Jankowicz & Daniel Nichanian

    The Lincoln Project’s own Rick Wilson skewers the Supreme Court’s handling of the Trump immunity case. American Sunlight Project’s Nina Jankowicz tells us how she is fighting disinformation. Bolts Magazine’s Daniel Nichanian examines state-level politics that can have a big impact on our future.

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    29 April 2024, 4:01 am
  • 52 minutes 59 seconds
    Dahlia Lithwick, Justin Wolfers & Dave Weigel

    Slate’s Dahlia Lithwick examines the Supreme Court’s hearing on what care pregnant patients can be provided in emergency rooms in states with draconian anti-abortion laws. Think Like an Economist’s Justin Wolfers explains how inflation in insurance markets is affecting the economy. Semafor’s Dave Weigel details the weird Electoral College move Republicans are trying in Nebraska.

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    26 April 2024, 4:45 am
  • 53 minutes 25 seconds
    Charlie Sykes, David Roberts & Jonathan Levin

    MSNBC contributor Charlie Sykes breaks down congressional Republicans doing the right thing in Ukraine. Bloomberg Opinion’s Jonathan Levin makes sense of what is going on with the American economy and rising insurance prices. Volt's David Roberts examines the Biden administration's progress on fighting climate change.

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    24 April 2024, 4:01 am
  • 54 minutes 22 seconds
    Rick Wilson, Rachael Bade & Bill Weir

    The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson skewers Trump's courtroom behavior. Politico’s Rachael Bade talks about the chaos in the Republican caucus. CNN Climate reporter Bill Weir examines his new book 'Life as We Know It (Can Be): Stories of People, Climate, and Hope in a Changing World.

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    22 April 2024, 4:01 am
  • 42 minutes 19 seconds
    Sen. Mark Kelly, Rep. Dan Goldman & James Downie

     Rep. Dan Goldman gives us an on-the-ground report of the chaos in the Republican-led Congress. Senator Mark Kelly talks to us about the implications of passing aid for Ukraine. MSNBC Daily editor James Downie examines Trump’s debilitating mental state as he stands trial.

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    19 April 2024, 4:01 am
  • 50 minutes 43 seconds
    Josh Marshall, Eddie Glaude & Anna Hochkammer

    Talking Points Memo’s Josh Marshall examines the redemption arcs MAGA figures can have to get back in Trump’s good graces. Professor Eddie Glaude examines his new book 'We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For.' Florida Women’s Freedom Coalition’s Anna Hochkammer details her efforts to pass Florida’s Amendment Four.

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    17 April 2024, 4:01 am
  • 53 minutes 27 seconds
    Rick Wilson, Sarah Koenig, Dana Chivvis & Dr. Jill Gibson

    The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson parses out the rough week that lies ahead in court for Donald Trump. Serial’s co-hosts Sarah Koenig and Dana Chivvis detail their newest season on Guantanamo Bay. Chief Medical Officer for Planned Parenthood Arizona, Dr. Jill Gibson, gives us a harrowing on-the-ground report on women’s reproductive health of what she's seen at her clinic.

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    15 April 2024, 5:01 am
  • 51 minutes 3 seconds
    Greg Sargent, Caroline Kitchener & Stephen Richer

    The New Republic's Greg Sargent details the GOP's increasing conflicts with spreading Russian propaganda. The Washington Post's Caroline Kitchener examines the disinformation around women’s reproductive health. Maricopa County Arizona Recorder Stephen Richer details his defamation suit with Kari Lake.

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    12 April 2024, 4:01 am
  • 54 minutes 27 seconds
    Lawrence O'Donnell, Rep. Becca Balint & Whitney Fox

    MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell parses Donald Trump’s craven attempt to play both sides of his abortion stance. Congresswoman Becca Balint examines the Comstock Act and the effect it could have on reproductive health for women across America. Congressional candidate Whitney Fox talks about her run against one of Congress's most unhinged MAGA Republicans.

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    10 April 2024, 4:01 am
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