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.
Former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara examines the legal obstacles that can keep Trump in check. Citation Needed ’s Molly White details the tech bro oligarchy’s plans for America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Nation’s Jeet Heer tries to make sense of Trump’s plans to expand America across the globe. Democracy Forward’s Skye Perryman examines the lawsuits they are filing to stop Trump and Musk’s agenda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Historian Thomas Zimmer parses the inner workings of why Trump and Musk are rushing through their demolition of government institutions. Harvard’s Theda Skocpol examines what helped shape the right’s urge to dismantle government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson details Trump’s many assaults on the rule of law. What's the Matter with Kansas author Thomas Frank examines why Democrats fear embracing populism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Media Matters’ Angelo Carusone examines the media's reaction to Trump’s shock-and-awe legislation strategy. Eoin Higgins details his new book, Owned: How Tech Billionaires on the Right Bought the Loudest Voices on the Left. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Washington Post’s Dana Milbank examines Republicans' chaotic confirmation hearings. MSNBC’s Alex Wagner details Trump’s immigration shock and awe and her new show, Trumpland with Alex Wagner See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talking Points Memo’s Josh Marshall examines how Trump’s spending freezes impact everyday American life. California Attorney General Rob Bonta details how AGs can fight back against Trump’s aggressions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Semafor’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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The New Yorker’s Evan Osnos examines Republican's compliance with Trump’s agenda. Slate's Dahlia Lithwick details Pam Bondi's confirmation hearing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Status News ’ Oliver Darcy details the evolving media landscape. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson examines Donald Trump facing his own version of Donald Trump and what that means. Enemies: A History of the FBI author Tim Weiner details what a weaponized FBI could look like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talking Feds host Harry Litman examines Trump’s latest legal aggressions. The Washington Post’s Ben Terris discusses the DJ influencing Trump—and if you’re thinking Kid Rock, you need to listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Washington Post’s Dana Milbank details the obvious turmoil unfolding as Trump takes office. Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell examines how attorneys general can protect citizens from Trump’s aggressions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
