Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast
Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast
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 g…Social links:
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Josh Marshall & Anthony Walton
Talking Points Memo’s Josh Marshall surveys the fallout of Signalghazi. Poet and writer Anthony Walton details his new book The End of Respectability: Notes of a Black American, His Life, and His Nation.
45:37Mar 29, 2025, 4:00 AM
Jeet Heer & Mallory McMorrow
The Nation’s Jeet Heer examines Signalgate and Republicans' failure to brush it off. Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow details her new book Hate Won't Win: Find Your Power and Leave This Place Better Than You Found It.
44:07Mar 27, 2025, 4:00 AM
Charlie Sykes & Stephen Vladeck
Charlie Sykes examines Pete Hegseth’s little group chat problem. The Shadow Docket author Stephen Vladeck details the dynamics of when the Supreme Court rules against Trump.
51:17Mar 26, 2025, 4:00 AM
Rick Wilson & Michael S. Roth
Rick Wilson examines Donald Trump’s dismantling of the Department of Education. Wesleyan University President Michael S. Roth details Trump’s attempts to bully universities into adopting his policies.
45:11Mar 24, 2025, 4:00 AM
Dahlia Lithwick, Paul Krugman & Tim Miller
Slate’s Dahlia Lithwick examines the Supreme Court’s mixed messaging. Legendary economist Paul Krugman analyzes Trump’s continued crashing of the markets. Plus, we have a bonus from our YouTube channel where I discuss how Democrats can effectively lead with The Bulwark Daily podcast host Tim Miller.
51:02Mar 22, 2025, 4:35 AM
Al Franken & Josh Cohen
The Al Franken Show’s Al Franken discusses how changing leadership in the Senate would play out and his role in Netflix’s The Residence, which is out now! Ettingermentum editor Josh Cohen details the Democrats’ future strategy to regain power.
45:38Mar 20, 2025, 4:00 AM
Ron Brownstein, Jason Stanley & James Carville
The Atlantic’s Ron Brownstein examines the odds of Trump’s unpopular policies leading to his midterm demise. Author Jason Stanley details what he sees beneath the veil of Trump’s authoritarian moves. Plus, we have a bonus from our YouTube channel where Molly debates Democratic strategist James Carv…
56:28Mar 19, 2025, 4:00 AM
Rick Wilson & Trae Crowder
The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson examines the Democrats' handling of the CR and their leadership’s strategies. Comedian Trae Crowder discusses his new comedy special, Trash Daddy, which is out now on YouTube.
42:11Mar 17, 2025, 4:00 AM
Mary Trump, Rep. Robert Garcia & Kathy Hochul
The Mary Trump Show’s Mary Trump skewers the Democrats' lack of leadership. Rep. Robert Garcia details the real-world cost of Donald Trump’s tariffs. Plus, we’ll have a bonus clip from our YouTube channel featuring an interview with NY Governor Kathy Hochul about protecting citizens from Trump’s ag…
52:21Mar 15, 2025, 4:00 AM
Andy Levy & Rep. Suhas Subramanyam
The New Abnormal co-host Andy Levy examines the state of American democracy. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, the congressman representing the district with the most federal workers cut by DOGE, details the impact on his community.
40:47Mar 13, 2025, 5:06 AM