Today, we're discussing Trump's interview with Kristen Welker, the United Healthcare C.E.O. shooting, "splitting the G," and finally the succession saga of the Murdoch's. Joining us this week is beloved comedian, Chris Duffy, as well as political commentator, S.E. Cupp! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Miracle Brand - Go to TryMiracle.com/FAKETHENATION and use the code "FAKETHENATION" to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Paired - Connect with your partner every day usi...
Dec 12, 2024•49 min•Ep. 439
As discussed on last week's episode, Negin is watching "The Godfather" films for the first time and breaking it all down with some funny friends! This week, Negin breaks down the 1972 film that started it all alongside regular panelists of Fake the Nation, Danielle Durchslag & Corey Ryan Forrester. ——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 - ...
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Today, we're discussing the incoming Trump administration, the pardon of Hunter Biden, the Oxford Dictionary Word of the Year, and Australia's moves on social media. And to break all of that down and more, Negin is joined by two frequent Fake the Nation panelists: Corey Ryan Forrester & Andrew Ti! ——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...
Dec 05, 2024•54 min•Ep. 438
We're taking a week off for Thanksgiving but fear not, we have banked a couple of wonderful conversations for you to ring in the turkey! First up, Michael Ian Black and John Fugelsang join to discuss a grandma who left a will that was not to everyone's liking. And then, Margaret Cho and Christina Greer join to talk about Thanksgiving. 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 Pat...
Nov 28, 2024•20 min•Ep. 437
Today, we're discussing the fitness gender gap, a cruise going around the world designed to make you forget about politics, and so much more! And to do all of that, we are joined by professor of political science, Christina Greer, and world famous comedian, Margaret Cho! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Cozy Earth - Visit cozyearth.com/FAKETHENATION and use my exclusive 40% off code FAKETHENATION to give the gift of luxury this holiday season. Paired - Connect with your partner every day usi...
Nov 21, 2024•47 min•Ep. 436
Today, we're discussing the impact of a second Trump term, Starbucks and whether it's lost it's pizazz, and so much more. And to break all of that down, Negin is joined by co-host of Just Between Us, Allison Raskin, as well as Alex Berg from LGBTQ Nation. ——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 Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leav...
Nov 14, 2024•50 min•Ep. 435
Today, we're reacting to the presidential election results - and that's about it! Joining to discuss are past Fake the Nation all-stars, Pete Dominick and Greg Proops. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Cozy Earth - Visit cozyearth.com/FAKETHENATION and use my exclusive 40% off code FAKETHENATION to give the gift of luxury this holiday season. Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Head to Paired.com/FakeTheNation to get a 7-day free trial and 25% off if you sign up for a s...
Nov 07, 2024•49 min•Ep. 434
Today, we'll take a look at the final messages of the presidential campaigns, the concept of "divorce parties," and we'll take a look at a rift between two sisters. To break all of this down and more are all-star Fake the Nation panelists, Leah Bonnema and Seena Ghaznavi. ——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 - ...
Oct 31, 2024•47 min•Ep. 433
There's far too much going in the Presidential election right now, so to break it all down we've got Benari for a special bonus episode to discuss everything going on with General Kelly, Liz Cheney, and yes, even Arnold Palmer. ——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 g...
Oct 28, 2024•34 min
Today, we're checking in on the elections, we'll take a look at the "Click-To-Cancel" law, how Grindr is using AI as your new wingman, and we ask if we've reached peak human lifespan. This week we're joined by host of The Political Orphanage, Andrew Heaton, as well as the host of Betches Brides, Selena Coppock! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Calm - Stress less, sleep more, and live better with Calm. For listeners of our show, Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium Su...
Oct 24, 2024•47 min•Ep. 432
Today, we're discussing Kamala's relationship with black male voters, Trump dancing his way through a town hall, the latest public health crisis, and finally: what's going on with Cards Against Humanity. Not breaking all of this down alone, as esteemed guests, Michael Ian Black and John Fugelsang, join to help make sense of it all. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Head to Paired.com/FakeTheNation to get a 7-day free trial and 25% off...
Oct 17, 2024•45 min•Ep. 431
Today, we're talking about Kamala's media blitz, the never-ending Netflix library and what it's done to the quality of television, and lastly the maturation of teenage girl's brains that happened during the pandemic. And this week we have an all-star panel featuring actor and singer, Peppermint, as well as comedian and writer, Amber Ruffin! ——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 Patr...
Oct 10, 2024•48 min•Ep. 430
Today, we're discussing Mayor Adams and his petty fraud, the VP debate, and we'll answer who should come first in a relationship: your mom or wife? To discuss all of this and more is Pete Dominick and Jason Kravits! ——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 Se...
Oct 03, 2024•44 min•Ep. 429
Today, we're discussing the state of the electoral race, what's going on with the North Carolina governor's race, and a fresh batch of election rules. We'll also discuss a new trend where young men are going to church (but young women are not!) and finally we'll ask: is the customized beverage out of control? Joining to break all of that down are co-authors of the 1/6 comic book series, Gan Golan and Alan Jenkins! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Neg...
Sep 26, 2024•52 min•Ep. 428
Today, we're discussing Donald Trump's campaign, dining alone, and the uptick in changing your locations on dating apps - and why? Breaking all of that down and more is V Spehar (host of Under the Desk News ) and Alison Leiby (host of the podcast, Ruined ). ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Head to Paired.com/FakeTheNation to get a 7-day free trial and 25% off if you sign up for a subscription. A happier relationship starts here! ——Ra...
Sep 19, 2024•39 min•Ep. 427
Today, we're discussing the debate to end all debates, Taylor Swift's endorsement, and the idea of paying your children to read. This week we have returning guests of the podcast to break down all the things, Alex Berg and Adam Burke! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Calm - Stress less, sleep more, and live better with Calm. For listeners of our show, Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/FAKETHENATION. Miracle Brand - Go to TryMiracle.com/FAK...
Sep 12, 2024•48 min•Ep. 426
We're taking a week off to recognize Labor Day, but fear not we have two excellent conversations to pair with the holiday! First up, we have Conscious Lee and Franchesca Ramsey back from last week to discuss how to deal with Fall Anxiety. And then, Josh Dean & Lilah Raptopoulos join to talk about a bizarre conundrum happening between a couple. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support h...
Sep 05, 2024•29 min•Ep. 425
Today, we're sharing our thoughts on the DNC and RFK. We'll ask "has Costco has hacked the American psyche?" and "should you get back together with an old flame?" And to discuss all of that and more are the hosts of the podcast, Black History, For Real, Conscious Lee & Franchesca Ramsey! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Last Bottle Wines - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of dollars on subscription scams. Start cancelling today! ——Rate Fake The...
Aug 29, 2024•45 min•Ep. 424
Today, we're talking about the GOP without Trump, the conventions, gun control, and how to defeat nosy questions. Joining to discuss all of those topics and more are past panelists, comedian Marcella Arguello and host of the Unladylike Podcast, Cristen Conger. ——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 Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and...
Aug 22, 2024•51 min•Ep. 423
Today, we're talking about the Trump world, Kamala's Nevada strategy, "rawdogging" flights, and finally we'll answer the age old question: "can you drug your spouse without ever telling them?" For today's panel, we have artist and filmmaker, Danielle Durchslag, and founder and co- executive director of Indivisible, Leah Greenberg! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Last Bottle Wines - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of dollars on subscription scams....
Aug 15, 2024•49 min•Ep. 422
Today, we're discussing dreamboat Tim Walz, we'll ask the question "should lonely old people make friends with robots?" and we'll dip our toes into the heinous things Trump has been saying. Joining today are fan favorite repeat guests of FTN, Gabe Dunn & Corey Ryan Forrester! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Last Bottle Wines - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of dollars on subscription scams. Start cancelling today! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-st...
Aug 08, 2024•34 min•Ep. 421
Today, we're discussing the celibacy trend that's sweeping the nation, a gum that makes your jawline snatched, Kamala and the childless cat ladies, and finally Biden and his designs on the Supreme Court. To discuss all of that are previous guests of the podcast, Justin Krebs and Lane Moore! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Miracle Brand - Go to TryMiracle.com/FAKETHENATION and use the code "FAKETHENATION" to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Rocket Money - Use this lin...
Aug 01, 2024•45 min•Ep. 420
Today, we're talking about Biden stepping down, Kamala stepping up, AND the Olympics! Joining to break all of that down and more are past guests of the podcast, Jody Avirgan & John F. O'Donnell. ——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 ...
Jul 25, 2024•57 min•Ep. 419
Today, we're gracing your podcast feed with a bonus episode recording from a hotel room while on the road! Joining to talk about all the things are comedians, Chris Gethard & Corey Ryan Forrester. ——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 Polic...
Jul 22, 2024•28 min
Today, we're discussing if apps are ruining everything, Trump's assassination attempt, his Vice President selection, and the Republican National Convention. And to break all of these topics down, we're joined by comedians Dani Faith Leonard and Chloe Radcliffe! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Head to Paired.com/FakeTheNation to get a 7-day free trial and 25% off if you sign up for a subscription. A happier relationship starts here! ...
Jul 18, 2024•53 min•Ep. 418
Today, we're talking about the real consequences of one-party rule, headphone etiquette, and we'll ask: "why are Americans terrible at taking vacation?" Host of "White Devil," Josh Dean, and host of the "Life and Art" podcast, Lilah Raptopoulos, join this week to breakdown all of these topics! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Miracle Brand - Go to TryMiracle.com/FAKETHENATION and use the code "FAKETHENATION" to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Rocket Money - Use this ...
Jul 11, 2024•48 min•Ep. 417
We're celebrating Independence Day this week! But fear not, we have a couple of segments of the show that we've been saving for this very moment. First up, Benari Poulten & Zilla Vodnas join to discuss breaking into your partner's friend group. Then, John Fugelsang & Rob Kutner join to talk about the Surgeon General's proposal for a warning label on social media. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenati...
Jul 04, 2024•25 min•Ep. 416
Negin is joined by Benari Poulten to recap last night's debate with unwavering optimism in the face of bleakness! ——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 California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...
Jun 28, 2024•32 min
Today, we're discussing the "man in finance" online trend, Louisiana's new law regarding the Ten Commandments, and lastly baby naming trends. To talk about all these topics are comedians, Chris Duffy and Andy Richter! ——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 ...
Jun 27, 2024•47 min•Ep. 415
Today, we're discussing the trending self care routine of tween boys, a restaurant that bans people under 30, we'll breakdown what Project 2025 is, and we'll ask "are liberals bad at running big cities?" This week we have returning guests back on the panel, John Fugelsang and Rob Kutner! ——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 Fake The Nation 5...
Jun 20, 2024•47 min•Ep. 414
