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Fake the Nation

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Hosted by Negin Farsad, everyone's favorite Iranian American Muslim Comedian Podcast Host with Black Hair and Red Glasses, Fake the Nation is a comedy show that isn't afraid to talk about news, culture, and humanity’s weirdness. Every week Negin is joined by her funniest, smartest, and most politically astute friends. People like Samantha Bee, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Paula Poundstone, Margaret Cho, Larry Wilmore and others. They’ll make you laugh, think, and deliver a gut punch to the country we all love, America. It's like a really fun dinner party where nothing is off limits but you don’t have to pretend to like salad. 

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Episodes

467. Tight 10 at a Funeral

This week's Fake the Nation looks at a group of elderly people at the clurb, plus the merits (and scaminess) of Trump Mobile. Also, the politics of the Iran situation and the New York mayoral race, and finally, New Zealand is up to something. Comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian and union organizer Nato Green and comedian/writer Benari Lee Poulton. Follow everyone on the socials! @MrNatoGreen @BerariLee @NeginFarsad ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a ...

Jun 26, 202550 minEp. 467

466. Swapping Out Skincare Routines For Happy Hour (w/Dasha Burns and Zach Sherwin)

This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by Politico's White House Bureau Chief, Dasha Burns and comedian and host of the critically acclaimed Crossword Show, Zach Sherwin. Together they ask whether smoking is cool again and whether TikTok skincare routines are actually ruining our skin. In politics, they talk about the Iran-Israel conflict, Trump's military parade, and the No Kings protest. And finally, a chaser to end the show: is Happy Hour a relic of the past? —...

Jun 19, 202550 minEp. 466

465. Creating Problems to Solve

This week on Fake the Nation we talk about a sports icon and their girlfriend and how the UK is reforming beer bottles. We also discuss the tense situation in LA and the political fallout from the Elon Trump breakup. And finally, a new theory on why youngsters are choosing a childfree life and it isn't the reasons you've heard before! This week our host Negin Farsad is joined by the excellent Milly Tamarez (Go Touch Grass) and the fantastic Andrew Heaton (Political Orphanage). Enjoy! ——Rate Fake...

Jun 12, 202547 minEp. 465

464. Can Elon Tom Cruise Himself? (w/ Faiz Siddiqui and Pete Dominick)

This week on Fake the Nation we look at all things Tom Cruise and then at all things Elon Musk! It is a very-wealthy-men-with-outsized-influence episode. Host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/podcast host Pete Dominick and journalist/writer of the wonderful new book "Hubris Maximus: The Shattering of Elon Musk" Faiz Siddiqui. Don't worry, McDreamy and Brad Pitt also end up in the chat. Enjoy! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter...

Jun 05, 202551 minEp. 464

463. Following Oprah Into the Dark (w/ Andrea Coleman & Zach Zimmerman and Dylan Adler & Hari Kondabolu)

Happy Memorial Day! This week we have two conversations we've been saving for this very moment to share with you! First up, we talk about dating your friend’s ex with Andrea Coleman and Zach Zimmerman and then we discuss why we love autocrats with Dylan Adler & Hari Kondabolu! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme...

May 29, 202532 minEp. 463

462. The Ol' Eichmann Switcheroo (w/ Dylan Adler & Hari Kondabolu)

Today, we're discussing what's going on with Biden, why so many retirees are filing for social security on the early side, and finally we'll ask: can this one calendar truly save your relationship. To talk about all of this (and more!) are two incredible comedians: Dylan Adler and Hari Kondabolu! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew...

May 22, 202548 minEp. 462

461. MovieMate (w/ Andrea Coleman & Zach Zimmerman)

Today, we'll talk about the new technology from Facebook, what's new with Weight Watchers, how Trump plans on celebrating his birthday, Qatar's $450 million gift, and whether Western retirees are colonizers when they move to warm countries for retirement. And to talk about all of this and more are comedians Andrea Coleman and Zach Zimmerman!——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Mosh - Head to moshlife.com/FAKETHENATION to save 20% off plus FREE shipping on the Best sellers Trial Pack. ——Rate Fake...

May 15, 202547 minEp. 461

460. So Much Borscht (w/ J.R. Havlan & Ricky Sim)

Today, we'll ask if you're nice to your AI, if Gen Z is the must gullible generation, we'll look at Trump's latest on Alcatraz, movies, Canada, etc. and finally we'll see if we're into the resurrection of long extinct species. And the all star panel this week consists of comedian, Ricky Sim, and writer, J.R. Havlan! —Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ...

May 08, 202551 minEp. 460

459. The Funnel of Evil (w/ Kenice Mobley & Xorje Olivares)

Today, we're talking about Trump's first 100 days in office, as well as the ins and outs of a bed party, why the ice bucket challenge is back, and finally: 20 years of YouTube! The most fabulous panel is on this week, host of the podcast Hyphenación, Xorje Olivares, and comedian, Kenice Mobley! —Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew Mc...

May 01, 202554 minEp. 459

458. The Fertilization President (w/ Vicky Kuperman & Ronald Young Jr.)

Today, we're discussing mini retirements and dumb phones, we'll also talk about what the White House is willing to do for you to have more babies, we'll assess the latest with SCOTUS and Pete Hegseth and finally we'll ask: instead of opening up your marriage, should you just have an affair? Joining in the conversation today is comedian Vicky Kuperman and host of the podcast Weight For It, Ronald Young Jr. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Found Banking - Open a Found account for FREE at Found...

Apr 24, 202549 minEp. 458

457. Hierarchy of Fears (w/ Mangesh Hattikudur & Sally Kohn)

Today, we're talking about Hobby Lobby adding a Manhattan location, how Blue Origin has girl power, how El Salvador is our new best friend and finally, Harvard's response to the administration. Joining this week, is co-host of the podcast Part Time Genius, Mangesh Hattikudur, as well as writer and communications consultant, Sally Kohn! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon —...

Apr 17, 202552 minEp. 457

456. Too Many Trends! (w/ Jody Avirgan & Andrew Ti)

Today, we're asking if this is the Democrat's Tea Party moment, we'll look at the scourge of sports betting, and ask if the pace of trends is breaking Gen Z. And to do just that (and more), are returning guests of the podcast: Jody Avirgan and Andrew Ti! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Found Banking - Open a Found account for FREE at Found.com/ FAKETHENATION . Found is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services are provided by Piermont Bank, Member FDIC. Don’t put this one...

Apr 10, 202549 minEp. 456

455. Flip Flopping on Flip Flops (w/ Mike Drucker & Jennie Wetter)

Today, we'll talk about the president imposing tariffs and unconstitutional third terms. We'll also ask why people are wearing bedroom slippers on city streets and what fast food restaurants are winning America. We have joining us this week: comedian and writer, Mike Drucker, as well as host of the rePROs Fight Back podcast, Jennie Wetter! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patre...

Apr 03, 202550 minEp. 455

454. Theon Hegseth (w/ Rob Kutner & Ophira Eisenberg)

Today, we're discussing the latest ongoings at the White House including a particularly hilarious group chat. We'll also talk about college campuses, mega prisons and if the doggy bag is in fact out of style. And we have a dream panel to break it all down, returning this week are all-star panelists Rob Kutner and Ophira Eisenberg! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host...

Mar 27, 202553 minEp. 454

453. NFT's Are Bananas! (w/ Jay Jurden & Roy Wood Jr. and Grace Lynch & Milly Tamarez)

Happy Spring Break to all! This week we have two conversations we've been saving for this very moment to share with you! First up, Roy Wood Jr. & Jay Jurden join to discuss the sale of a $6.5 million banana. And then, Milly Tamarez and Grace Lynch join to discuss an ethical quandary: This woman really loves her husband, but wants to sleep with another man before she marches off this mortal coil. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. H...

Mar 20, 202526 minEp. 453

452. Tariff Talk (w/ Katie Compa & Allison Raskin)

Today, we're discussing the complicated feelings we have when a celebrity loses weight, how swearing is linked to pain tolerance, and what's going on with the Fyre Festival. We'll dip into politics with some tariff and Tesla talk! Today's panel is made up of stand-up comedian, Katie Compa, and relationship coach and author, Allison Raskin! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Found Banking - Open a Found account for FREE at Found.com/ FAKETHENATION . Found is a financial technology company, not ...

Mar 13, 202542 minEp. 452

451. A Nice Gaggle of Democrats (w/ Gabriel Barcia-Colombo & Ian Karmel)

Today, we will be discussing Trump's State of the Union address as well as the new executive order making English the official language of the United States. We'll also talk about white jeans and if men should wear them? Joining this week is stand-up comedian, Ian Karmel, as well as artist and professor, Gabriel Barcia-Colombo! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - ...

Mar 06, 202549 minEp. 451

450. Doomsplaining (w/ Cristen Conger & Dan Wilbur)

Today, we're asking: if you track your partner and if women need more sleep than men? We'll also get into what Doge is doing and we'll look at how Hollywood is handling the ladies by the numbers. And to break all of that down and more are past panelists, Cristen Conger and Dan Wilbur! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——T...

Feb 27, 202553 minEp. 450

449. When Is Sh*t Gonna Hit the Fan? (w/ Katie Hannigan & Maurice Mitchell)

Today, we're discussing the Elon engine that's running Trump's America, we'll also talk about what straight men want according to the matchmakers that find them partners, and finally we'll ask: why don't people dress up to go out anymore? And joining us this week to discuss all of that and more is comedian, Katie Hannigan, as well as the National Director of the Working Families Party, Maurice Mitchell! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Paired - Practice love every day with Paired, the #1 app...

Feb 20, 202547 minEp. 449

448. Boyfriend Sickness (w/ Gabe Mollica & Jacquis Neal)

Today, we're discussing the ongoing political foolishness surrounding the Kennedy Center and pennies. We'll also talk about something called "Boyfriend Sickness" and whether it's okay to go to church if you don't believe. And to help break all of this down are past guests and all around great guys, Gabe Mollica and Jacquis Neal. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Found Banking - Open a Found account for FREE at Found.com/ FAKETHENATION . Found is a financial technology company, not a bank. Ban...

Feb 13, 202550 minEp. 448

447. Boobs Have Changed (w/ Grace Lynch & Milly Tamarez)

Today, we're discussing what's going on with Elon Musk, tariffs, and other federal government shenanigans. We'll also talk about the new marriage gap and we'll break down the complicated question: "what have you gotten done?" And to discuss all of this and more are returning FTN guests, Grace Lynch and Milly Tamarez! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsa...

Feb 06, 202551 minEp. 447

Presenting: Say More with Tulaine Montgomery

Hi everyone! Today we're sharing an episode from Say More with Tulaine Montgomery . In the show, Tulaine talks to people who are dedicated to making the world a better place, all while taking care of themselves and supporting each other. I was actually a guest of Say More and loved my conversation with Tulaine . In this particular episode, she interviews the community organizer expert Marshall Ganz. You can subscribe and listen to Say More with Tulaine Montgomery here . Say More is produced by N...

Feb 03, 202543 min

446. Starter Marriage (w/ Tiffany D. Cross & Dean Obeidallah)

Today, we're talking about the state of politics with Trump's first week in office and the trend of putting your marathon time on your resume. We'll also discuss a court ruling in Spain about single parents and parental leave, and a court ruling in France about a wife's marital duties. And to talk about all that and more are past guests of the show, Tiffany D. Cross and Dean Obeidallah! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Head to Paired...

Jan 30, 202550 minEp. 446

445. Rise of the Noodle Boys (w/ Jordan Morris & Sam Reece)

Today, we're talking about the ins and outs of the inauguration, the pardons, and the bit-coins. We'll also discuss the rise of the noodle boys, and the app that lets home buyers get a grasp on their neighbors. And to break all of this down is writer and comedian, Sam Reece, and comedy writer, Jordan Morris! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Prolon - Prolon is offering Fake the Nation listeners FIFTEEN PERCENT off their 5-day nutrition program for your post-holiday glow-up when you go to Prol...

Jan 23, 202549 minEp. 445

444. Mental Health Tourism (w/ Sarah Cooper & Traci Thomas)

Today, we'll talk about some Trump ongoings, mental health tourism, the ongoing fires in Los Angeles, and we'll ask why Mark Zuckerberg thinks corporations should embrace masculine energy. And to discuss all of this and more is comedian and writer, Sarah Cooper, and host of the Stacks Podcast, Traci Thomas! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Found Banking - Join thousands of small business owners who have streamlined their finances with Found and open an account for FREE at Found.com/ FAKETHEN...

Jan 16, 202553 minEp. 444

443. MAGA Fissure (w/ Zainab Johnson & Alise Morales)

In our first episode of 2025, we're discussing Elon Musk and Donald Trump's White House shenanigans, a tequila surplus in Mexico and an IVF mix-up. And to discuss all of this and more are hilarious comedians Zainab Johnson & Alise Morales! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter Advertise on Fake ...

Jan 09, 202551 minEp. 443

441. Positive Masculinity (w/ Peppermint & Amber Ruffin and Selena Coppock & Andrew Heaton)

In light of the New Year, we have a couple of great segments lined up for you. First up, we have Peppermint and Amber Ruffin join to talk about whether a woman from this story is an asshole. And then, Selena Coppock and Andrew Heaton join to discuss the premise of "positive masculinity." Enjoy! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Prolon - Ready to make 2025 your healthiest year yet? Order your Prolon 5-Day kit at ProlonLife.com/FakeTheNation and join in on their Fasting Challenge today. New gro...

Jan 02, 202529 minEp. 441

441. Incoming Parade of Horrors (w/ Leah Greenberg & María Urbina)

Today, we're discussing why Gen Z'ers make terrible spies, we'll also talk about why men joining the care economy could be better for everyone, and finally we'll share our cultural pics of the year. And to discuss all of these topics are Indivisible 's Co-Executive Director and Managing Director, Leah Greenberg & María Urbina! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Rocket Money - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of dollars on subscription scams. Star...

Dec 26, 202439 minEp. 441

440. The Multiverse of Freedom (w/ Jay Jurden & Roy Wood Jr.)

Today, we'll be discussing if standing ovations have potentially jumped the shark, whether Trump is selling too much merch, Biden's commutations, the Texas Bluebonnet Curriculum, and finally we'll ask: can you copyright a vibe? Today's panel is one for the books, we are joined by two all-time great comedians: Jay Jurden and Roy Wood Jr! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ...

Dec 19, 202445 minEp. 440

"The Godfather Part II" Recap (w/ Peter Sagal & Andrew Ti)

And we're back with another "Godfather" recap! This week, Negin is joined by Peter Sagal and Andrew Ti to discuss the second installment, "The Godfather Part II." ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter Advertise on Fake The Nation via gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...

Dec 16, 20241 hr 18 min
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