Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast
iHeart Podcast Network
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.
Location:
United States
Networks:
iHeart Podcast Network
Description:
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.
Language:
English
Episodes
Rick Wilson, Davey Alba & Leon Yin
1/26/2025
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines Trump’s first week back in office. Bloomberg’s Davey Alba and Leon Yin detail how Trump’s outreach to YouTubers helped him win the presidency.
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Duration:00:41:38
Ryan Broderick & Nick Bilton
1/25/2025
Garbage Day’s Ryan Broderick details how Democrats are navigating the new governing order, while Vanity Fair’s Nick Bilton examines Trump’s pardon of Silk Road’s Ross Ulbricht.
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Duration:00:43:11
Dave Weigel & Faiz Shakir
1/23/2025
Semaphore’s Dave Weigel analyzes President Trump’s first days back in office, while More Perfect Union’s Faiz Shakir discusses his bid to lead the DNC.
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Duration:00:49:03
Charlie Sykes & Alexis McGill Johnson
1/22/2025
MSNBC contributor Charlie Sykes analyzes the shock and awe of Trump’s first day back in office. Planned Parenthood President Alexis McGill Johnson outlines strategies to protect reproductive rights in this new era.
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Duration:00:46:51
Marc Elias & Michael Waldman
1/20/2025
Democracy Docket’s Marc Elias examines the legal battles of the Trump 2.0 era. The Brennan Center’s Michael Waldman details the Unified Executive Theory and how it might unfold under Trump 2.0.
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Duration:00:44:00
Stuart Stevens & Skye Perryman
1/18/2025
The Lincoln Project’s Stuart Stevens examines the lessons learned as Biden leaves office. Democracy Forward’s Skye Perryman details how they plan to push back against the Trump administration.
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Duration:00:45:37
Dahlia Lithwick & Evan Osnos
1/16/2025
The New Yorker’s Evan Osnos examines Republican's compliance with Trump’s agenda. Slate's Dahlia Lithwick details Pam Bondi's confirmation hearing.
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Duration:00:43:38
George Conway & Ryan Mac
1/15/2025
The Atlantics George Conway Eamines Bidens final days and what he should do with pardons The New York Times Ryan Mac Details the tech bros rebellion against being woke
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Duration:00:46:29
Sen. Ron Wyden & Gov. Matt Meyer
1/13/2025
Senator Ron Wyden details his new book It Takes Chutzpah. Newly minted Governor of Delaware Matt Meyer examines his journey from teacher to governor in under a decade.
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Duration:00:51:43
Jeet Heer & Sen. Tammy Duckworth
1/11/2025
The Nation’s Jeet Heer explores why Trump is so eager to annex Canada. Senator Tammy Duckworth details her Article II responsibilities in confirming Trump’s cabinet.
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Duration:00:41:59
Kurt Andersen & John Ganz
1/9/2025
Evil Geniuses author Kurt Andersen provides a historical perspective on how Pat Buchanan paved the way for today's Trump. When the Clock Broke author John Ganz examines the path that led to our current political moment.
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Duration:00:45:52
Mary Trump & Stephen Vladeck
1/8/2025
The Mary Trump Show's Mary Trump stops by to discuss the incoming vision of Trump 2.0. The Shadow Docket author Stephen Vladeck examines the Supreme Court’s upcoming decision on corporate transparency.
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Duration:00:47:09
Rick Wilson & John Allsop
1/6/2025
The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson joins us to discuss what Mike Johnson’s leadership in the House will look like. Columbia Journalism Review Daily Newsletter's John Allsop examines how journalism is evolving as we head into 2025.
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Duration:00:40:04
Charlie Sykes & Emily Atkin
1/3/2025
MSNBC contributor Charlie Sykes details the chaos within the GOP infighting even before Trump takes office. Heated's Emily Atkin examines the current state of climate change as we head into 2025.
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Duration:00:37:01
Brian Klaas & Matt Tyrnauer
1/2/2025
Director Matt Tyrnauer examines how Gore Vidal's legacy resonates through today’s political lens. Author Brian Klaas details strategies to fortify ourselves against the challenges of a potential Trump 2.0 administration.
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Duration:00:36:51
Mary Ziegler, Peter Shamshiri & Michael Liroff
1/1/2025
Peter Shamshiri and Michael Liroff, hosts of the podcast 5-4, examine the key developments from the Supreme Court this session. Author and historian Mary Ziegler discusses what lies ahead for reproductive rights in the coming year.
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Duration:00:36:27
Julian Zelizer & Zeke Faux
12/30/2024
Historian Julian Zelizer details the historical lessons that can help us understand today’s political landscape. Bloomberg’s Zeke Faux examines his book Number Go Up and explores how the Trump administration is engaging in the crypto grift.
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Duration:00:34:31
Anna Merlan & Daniel Nichanian
12/28/2024
Bolts Magazine Daniel Nichanian details how the states are going to affect policy in 2025. Mother Jones Anna Merlan examines how RFK and his conspiracy-minded world are making a new conspiracy theory about a "pandemic."
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Duration:00:34:20
Oliver Darcy & John Ganz
12/26/2024
Author John Ganz examines the path that led to our current political moment. Status News’ Oliver Darcy details the evolving media landscape.
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Duration:00:37:40
Ken Follett & Lili Anolik
12/25/2024
Vanity Fair’s Lili Anolik examines her book Didion Babitz, which delves into Joan Didion’s fascinating life and her relationship with writer Eve Babitz. Author Ken Follett discusses cathedrals and the reopening of Notre Dame.
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Duration:00:31:07