Fake the Nation

Today, we're dipping into the fuss behind Rihanna's halftime show, GOP presidential candidates and their fixation with African American studies,  and finally the rise of therapy jargon. And to help break all of that down, we have actor and comedian, Ashley Austin Morris, and alumnus of the show, a comedy icon  and legend, Paula Poundstone! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Rocket Money - Use th...

Today, we're talking all things State of the Union, the new phenomenon of the 'Shoppy Shop', and think pieces on sleepovers. And to break this all down, Negin is joined by a delectable panel consisting of comedian and author, Vicky Kuperman, as well as Andrew Rose Gregory, the creator of the TikTok sensation, 'It's Corn!' ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Athletic Greens - Athletic Greens is gi...

Today! We're talking about the state of police reform, ask if you should feel incredible liberal guilt over your gas stove, and question if for the first time in forever, are Americans working less? And to discuss all of these things, we have returning guests: host of the Unlady Like  podcast, Cristen Conger, and host of  The Smartest Man in the World  podcast, Greg Proops. ——Rate Fake The Nation...

Today, we're chatting about the debt ceiling, updates on Biden's classified documents, George Santos, and the joys of lying. Negin is joined by a star-studded panel of returning guests: Sam Sanders and Margaret Cho! ——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 purchas...

In today's episode, Negin is talking all about the border crisis, Noma and the future of fine dining,  and The Slut Era and whether or not we're currently in it. Joining the conversation this week is host of  Fraudsters  and producer at Zerocool, Seena Ghaznavi, and on-air host and journalist, Alex Berg! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on...

Author of An American Martyr in Persia, Reza Aslan, and founder of Abortion Access Front and co-creator of The Daily Show , Lizz Winstead, join Negin in conversation this week to discuss what's happening in Brazil, Orlando, & Iran. We're also talking about making a case for social climbing and we elevate the discourse on "poop." ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Athletic Greens - Athletic G...

Ringing in the new year, Negin is joined by past guest and filmmaker, Danielle Durchslag, as well as new guest and drag superstar, Eureka O'Hara, to talk all about the new AI that has everyone freaking out, if the men of pop music have dismantled masculinity, and we ask the age-old question, "are single men smellier than married men?" ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: NomNom - Get fresh dog foo...

Happy Taint Week* to all that celebrate (*The week between the holidays and the new year)! In this two-part episode, Negin is joined by Subhah Argarwal and Judy Gold as they discuss whether or not you should let your child quit a sport. In part two, Adam Conover and Traci Thomas join Negin to discuss "breakup school" and how to combat ghosting. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Athletic Greens...

V Interesting is a series form our friends at friends at Lemonada Media that we think you’ll love. Be sure to check out this special episode featuring our own Negin Farsad. Sometimes TikTok superstar V Spehar needs more than a minute to bring you the news. The Under the Desk News anchor is bringing their sharp outfits and sharper commentary to a weekly show with Lemonada Media. Big Issues that mat...

We wish you a very, merry Muslim Christmas! This week, we're so grateful to be joined by stand-up comic and lawyer, Andrea Coleman, as well as the host of Tell Me Everything , John Fugelsang! We're discussing if Instagram is over, book bans and how they've been popping up all over the country, and we're ending the episode with a very special holiday segment just for you. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-s...

Negin is joined this week by comedians, Ophira Eisenberg and Randy Rainbow, to discuss what to do with your own dead body, what's been happening with Kyrsten Sinema, and a question for the ages: should friends be honest or offer unconditional support? ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Brooklinen - Go to brooklinen.com out Brooklinen's luxurious home and bedding essentials, and use Promo code FA...

Fake the Nation all-stars, Cody Lindquist and Benari Poulten, join Negin this week to talk about the psychological dynamics of gift-giving, momfluencers and why they're all up in our brains, and the new proposed Democratic primary calendar. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Storyworth - Help your family share their story this holiday season with StoryWorth and save $10 on your first purchase! T...

Fake the Nation veterans, Adam Conover and Traci Thomas, join Negin this week to talk about the World Cup, China's protests, the Kardashians, and the most burning question of all time: When should you put up your Christmas lights? ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon   ——Host...

In this two-part holiday edition of Fake the Nation, Negin is joined by Isaac Mizrahi and Marcella Arguello as they discuss why a 91 year old Minnesota woman went skydiving. In part two, Negin is joined by Sally Kohn and V Spehar as they talk about the art of sexting. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Athletic Greens - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vita...

Negin is joined this week by comedians, Jacquis Neal and Harry Terjanian, to discuss the state of post-midterm politics, people who are angry on Broadway, the latest Astrology dating show, and the American obsession with lawns. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Brooklinen - Go to brooklinen.com out Brooklinen's luxurious home and bedding essentials, and use Promo code FAKETHENATION for $20 off...

Negin is joined this week by returning guest and host of the podcast, Teaching Texas , Grace Lynch, as well as Tony Award winner and host of the podcast, Vibe Check , Zach Stafford. They all break down the midterm results, why Gen Z has a problem with the thumbs up emoji, and the epidemic which is being quiet fired. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Helix  - Use this link or go to HelixSleep.co...

This week Negin is joined by David Cross to talk Obama's recent speech, the Paul Pelosi attack, midterms, the state of Twitter, Iran protests, if we should be allowed to curse on license plates, and date night debates. It's fun! We promise.  ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patre...

This week, Negin is joined by Dan Pashman and Sami Sage to discuss the upcoming midterms, the price of gas, and Madonna claiming she's the OG sex icon. ——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/FAKETHENATION. Aspiration - Apply for th...

This week, Negin is joined by Rosebud Baker and Christian Finnegan to discuss the misconception of unfunny women, attacks against comedians, and climate activists throwing cans of soup on Van Gogh's artwork. ——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! Brook...

This week Negin is joined by Subhah Agarwal and Judy Gold to discuss Democrats behaving badly, our voting plans considering what's at stake, Iranian protests, Roe V. Wade discourse, police funding, Midterm voting, Kanye West, and most consequentially, Pumpkin Spice flavoring (lotion and lube included). ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on T...

This week Negin is joined by host of the V Interesting podcast from Lemonada Media, V Spehar, and returning guest, the wonderful Sally Kohn, to explain what's going on in Iran, why it's sparked international interest, and if It's our responsibility to get involved. The panel also discusses what's also going on in Italy and the most important things to do before you turn 40. ——Rate Fake The Nation...

Bruce McCulloch makes his pioneer Fake the Nation appearance this week while Benari Poulten returns to the podcast for his millionth time! Negin, Bruce and Benari discuss how to fix the future of debates, television’s existential crisis, and why millennials don't have hobbies. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethe...

It Was Said, the 2021 Webby Award winner for Best Podcast Series, returns with a new season to look back on some of the most powerful, impactful, and timeless speeches in history. Written and narrated by Pulitzer Prize winner and bestselling author-historian Jon Meacham, this documentary podcast series takes you through another season of ten generation-defining speeches. Meacham, along with top hi...

Returning panelist, Two Wick Minimum host- Selena Coppock, and first time panelist, Woke Af Daily host - Danielle Moodie, join Negin to talk about this week's biggest stories. Should billionaires have a way to give away their money? Why do people care if some women don't have children? All that and more is answered on this week's episode! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Aspiration - Apply for...

Star-studded panel this week as Negin is joined by the fabulous, Isaac Mizrahi, and the hilarious, Marcella Arguello! The panel discusses the Queen's passing, abortion bans, and why everyone stopped drinking. ——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! ——Ra...