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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Episodes
Rick Wilson, Nina Jankowicz & Daniel Nichanian
52m · PublishedThe 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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Dahlia Lithwick, Justin Wolfers & Dave Weigel
52m · PublishedSlate’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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Charlie Sykes, David Roberts & Jonathan Levin
53m · PublishedMSNBC 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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Rick Wilson, Rachael Bade & Bill Weir
54m · PublishedThe 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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Sen. Mark Kelly, Rep. Dan Goldman & James Downie
42m · PublishedRep. 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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Josh Marshall, Eddie Glaude & Anna Hochkammer
50m · PublishedTalking 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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Rick Wilson, Sarah Koenig, Dana Chivvis & Dr. Jill Gibson
53m · PublishedThe 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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Greg Sargent, Caroline Kitchener & Stephen Richer
51m · PublishedThe 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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Lawrence O'Donnell, Rep. Becca Balint & Whitney Fox
54m · PublishedMSNBC'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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Rick Wilson, Amanda Litman & Jim Wallis
55m · PublishedThe Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson weighs President Biden’s progress in winning over swing voters. Run For Something’s Amanda Litman updates us on the local races to watch this election year. Jim Wallis details his new book 'The False White Gospel: Rejecting Christian Nationalism, Reclaiming True Faith, and Refounding Democracy.
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Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast has 276 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 230:05:02. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on March 26th 2023. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on April 30th, 2024 20:18.