Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Fake the Nation! To celebrate the holiday and long weekend, we've gathered two stories we think you'll love. First, Peppermint and Pete Dominick join to talk about a guy who has not told his wife of 15 years that he has a very lucrative trust fund. And then, John Hodgman and Akilah Hughes join to talk about a lady who had an affair with a dude for 15 years, the guy died unexpectedly and now his ex doesn’t want her at the funeral. What should all parties be do...
Nov 23, 2023•32 min•Ep. 384
Negin is joined by a hilarious pair of comedians, Leah Bonnema and Katie Hannigan, to discuss and breakdown episodes 7 and 8 of The Golden Bachelor! The trio discuss Susan's gas, Gerry "knocking boots," and who they each think will win in the finale in two weeks. ——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 Alte...
Nov 17, 2023•56 min
Today, we're discussing the current craze known as "Delulu," how grocery chains are getting rid of self-checkout, and the collapse of Tim Scott's presidential campaign. To help break all of this down, Negin is joined by esteemed comedians, John Fugelsang & Gabe Mollica! ——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. Start cancelling today! See, The Thing Is - Join Bridget and M...
Nov 16, 2023•47 min•Ep. 383
Last month, Negin joined Dr. Jeffrey Lewis for a live episode recording of The Reason We’re All Still Here . Negin, Jeffrey, and Carl Nellis (Gilded Audio) examine nuclear weapons and nonproliferation policies in the context of the film, Dr. Strangelove, and how citizen diplomacy can help bridge the diplomatic void left by uncooperative governments in Iran and beyond. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@...
Nov 10, 2023•48 min
Today, we're dipping into the political hodgepodge by discussing this week's election results and the presidential election race. We'll also discuss a fake nipple craze, the power of a compliment, and whether saying "nice to see you again!" still works as a common greeting. And to break all of this down, Negin is joined by equally hilarious panelists, Marcella Arguello & Joey Clift! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/FakeTheNationFree and use the code "fa...
Nov 09, 2023•49 min•Ep. 382
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by the delightfully hilarious, Rosebud Baker, as they recap episodes 5 & 6 of The Golden Bachelor. They discuss a helicopter/ yacht date, meeting the grandchildren, and who they believe could win over Gerry's heart in the end. ——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...
Nov 06, 2023•56 min
Today, we're discussing where you should *not* have a first date, the political hodgepodge that is the current state of things, and which countries are the most promiscuous. And to break all of that down, we're joined by an all star panel of comedians and FTN alums, Corey Ryan Forrester & Benari Poulten! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/FakeTheNationFree and use the code "fakethenationfree" for free breakfast for life. One breakfast item per box while s...
Nov 02, 2023•57 min•Ep. 381
Today, we're talking about the latest on Nepo-Babies, the most recent manifesto from a tech billionaire, and finally an NEA study on museum and theater attendance. Joining us to break all of this down is television writer and co-host of the podcast, Yo, Is This Racist , Andrew Ti, as well as host of the podcasts, Past Perfect and Not Past It, Simone Polanen. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Rocket Money - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of dollars...
Oct 26, 2023•48 min•Ep. 380
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by a pair of her funniest friends, Selena Coppock and Zachary Zane, as they recap episodes 3 & 4 of The Golden Bachelor. They all discuss Joan's sudden departure, Kathy's conniving, and who they think will win Gerry in the end. ——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 - Gab...
Oct 20, 2023•51 min
Today, we're talking about all the mess going on in politics, as well as the mess universities are finding themselves in with the epidemic of statement making. We'll also talk about the great psychic/ therapist divide and finally we'll discuss a new study that states "yelling at kids is bad." Shocker! We're joined by Emmy award winner and co-host of the podcast, In Retrospect, Susie Banikarim, as well as author and founder of Drinking Liberally, Justin Krebs. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:...
Oct 19, 2023•45 min•Ep. 379
Today, we're talking about a Missouri teacher being placed on leave after her OnlyFans page being discovered, the tragic Israel-Gaza war, and finally we'll discuss if the 21st century is the least innovative artistic century. And joining Negin to break this all down, is journalist and author, Sally Kohn! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/50FakeTheNation and use the code "50 Fake the Nation" for 50% off plus 15% off the next two months ——Rate Fake The Nation ...
Oct 12, 2023•46 min•Ep. 378
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by a slew of funny ladies (Candi Clare, Danielle Durchslag, & Ashley Ray) as they recap episodes 1 & 2 of The Golden Bachelor. Negin is dipping her toes into the world of reality television for the very first time with this Bachelor spin-off that follows a more sophisticated bachelor as he looks for love. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Suppor...
Oct 06, 2023•50 min
Today, we're talking about what's going on in congress, the "Scandinavian Sleeping Method," one of Taylor Swift's dating red flags, and "The Pandemic Skip." To talk about all of these topics and more, we're joined by host of The Sporkful podcast , Dan Pashman, as well as stand-up comedian, Graham Kay! ——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. Start cancelling today! ——Rate Fak...
Oct 05, 2023•52 min•Ep. 377
Today, we're looking at a "Question of Asshole-ry," we're also going to talk about the partisan divide on life expectancy in America, and we'll discuss the senate's new dress code. And to break all of this down, we're joined by two exceptionally hilarious, prior guests of the show: John Hodgman & Akilah Hughes! ——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 ...
Sep 28, 2023•54 min•Ep. 376
Today, we're talking about the popularity of The Roman Empire, shrink-flation in France, the ongoing writer and actor strikes, and we'll ask "what is the deal with Mitt Romney?!" And to break all of this down and more, is host of the podcast "Yo, Is This Racist?," Andrew Ti, as well as head writer of The Late Late Show with James Corden, Ian Karmel! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: See, The Thing Is - Join Bridget and Mandii every week as they update you on everything going on in the world w...
Sep 21, 2023•50 min•Ep. 375
Today, we're talking about how to cancel plans, the really dumb impeachment plan (that should also be cancelled), and we'll discuss how America is getting really old and that no amount of botox is going to help this underlying problem. Joining to help break all of this down is host of The Gist podcast , Mike Pesca, as well as host of Time's Person of the Week podcast, Charlotte Alter! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Rocket Money - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop...
Sep 14, 2023•52 min•Ep. 374
This week, we're honoring Labor Day with two phenomenal conversations from the vault saved for this specific occasion. First, we have Margaret Cho and Shirley Leung discussing various ethical quandaries like, should you tell your ex you dated a famous person and should you leave a job that's paying TOO MUCH? Also, Wajahat Ali and Bill Santiago join to discuss the new phenomenon of men adding "in therapy" to their dating profiles ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: See, The Thing Is - Join Bridg...
Sep 07, 2023•31 min•Ep. 373
Today, we're talking about snack drawers under your bed (both literal and figurative), some election ongoings, the one place in America where socioeconomic classes mix, and finally we'll weigh in on the eternal debate on whether you should let people wear shoes in your home. And to break all of that down is a very exciting panel made up of two prior panelists, Pete Dominick and Peppermint! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Emai...
Aug 31, 2023•45 min•Ep. 372
This week, Benari Poulten steps in as guest host while Negin is guest-hosting Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! Benari is joined by past panelists, Christian Finnegan & Lizz Winstead, to break down the Georgia Indictments, Indiana's bans on abortions, and we ask the question: "are we oversharing on Venmo?" ——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. Start cancelling today! ——Rate F...
Aug 24, 2023•53 min•Ep. 371
Today, we're talking about the icon of getting rid of stuff, Marie Kondo, and what her house looks like. We'll also talk about the revolution of queer-baiting and we'll look a couple who's level of partying has changed over time. To break all of that down, we're joined by columnist at The Boston Globe and host of the podcast, Say More , Shirley Leung, as well as one of our favorite comedians, Margaret Cho! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsa...
Aug 17, 2023•44 min•Ep. 370
Today, we're going to weigh in on Time's official list of the 100 best films of the last ten decades, we'll also ask if landing a man is still part of the discourse for feminists, and we'll discuss the reasons why people are abandoning church. Joining the panel this week is creator and host of The Stacks podcast, Traci Thomas, as well as comedian and author of the book, Sex Bomb, Sadia Azmat! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Athletic Greens - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1 year suppl...
Aug 10, 2023•57 min•Ep. 369
Today, we're talking about a certain former president's third indictment and we're also looking at what some conservatives are saying about the new Barbie movie. We'll also talk about legacy admissions, and ask the question: "how to feel happier at work when quitting isn't an option?" We're joined by an all-star panel consisting of Gabe Dunn and Benari Poulten! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Rocket Money - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of doll...
Aug 03, 2023•48 min•Ep. 368
Today, we're not talking about the world's reaction to Barbenheimer, but we will be discussing those people with perfect vacations and how they're making everyone crazy. We'll also dip into the crude political world with DeSantis missteps and Biden-omics, and finally we'll ask, "does your first love shape your life forever?" Joining the panel this week is co-host of the podcast, Democracy-ish, Wajahat Ali, as well as author of the book, Pardon my Spanglish, Bill Santiago! ——Rate Fake The Nation ...
Jul 27, 2023•47 min•Ep. 367
Today, we're talking about the ins-and-outs of this double strike and what AI has to do with it. We'll also talk about Canadians and their connections to social media and we'll also define the latest internet trend, "Girl Dinner." Joining us to break all of this down is host of the podcast, Fraudsters, Seena Ghaznavi, as well as sex columnist, Zachary Zane! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Miracle Brand - Go to TryMiracle.com/FAKETHENATION and use the code "FAKETHENATION" to claim your FREE ...
Jul 20, 2023•47 min•Ep. 366
Comedian and Fake the Nation host Negin Farsad is joined by comedians Leah Bonnema and Corey Ryan Forrester to breakdown the last two episodes of season 2 of The Bear on FX/Hulu. It has been a wild ride in this culinary world and it all comes careening into opening night of The Bear, fine dining establishment. It is riveting television that gave our panelists all the feels. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethen...
Jul 17, 2023•52 min•Ep. 368
Today, we're talking about Musk v. Zuck Twitter Threads cage match, we will also talk about SCOTUS on affirmative action and finally, "The No Wash Movement." What is it and do you have to try it? We're joined by equally delightful and hilarious comedians, Katie Hannigan and Jay Jurden! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Athletic Greens - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/FAKET...
Jul 13, 2023•49 min•Ep. 365
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Leah Bonnema and producer Deborah Basckin to recap episodes 7 & 8 of season 2 of The Bear! In these episodes we learn that people - even Ritchie! - can change. And we also learn the secret behind fine dining. Enjoy! ——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 - Gab...
Jul 11, 2023•45 min•Ep. 375
We're taking a lil' break to observe Independence Day, but we have a couple excellent conversations from the vault that we know you'll enjoy. First up, Dean Edwards and Selena Coppock join to talk about a "healthy wedding" and a husband who won't talk to his wife about his mysterious 5 week disappearance. And then Corey Forrester & Allison Raskin join me to talk about how to make friends, according to science. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Neg...
Jul 06, 2023•38 min•Ep. 364
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by fellow comedians John F. O'Donnell and Corey Ryan Forrester as they recap episodes 5 & 6 of The Bear (season 2)! ——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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
Jul 05, 2023•53 min•Ep. 376
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by fellow podcasters Jody Avirgan and Corey Ryan Forrester as they recap episodes 3 & 4 of The Bear (season 2)! ——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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...
Jul 01, 2023•48 min•Ep. 374
