Fake the Nation

In this week's episode, Negin is joined by comedy legend Bobcat Goldthwait and James Arthur M. as they discuss paternity leave and why it is important for dads. Afterward, Negin and the panel talk about a 1997 Wired magazine article that predicted we'd be living in a utopian era by now -- and why this article may have missed a few points.  —— Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leav...

In this week's episode, Negin is joined by Brian Park and Giulia Rozzi as they discuss the new COVID-19 strain of concern, Omnicron. Negin and the panel chat about Barbados ending its 400 years of British rule and yes, Rihanna. Then, a conversation on what it means to be a #sexinfluencers and the psychology of tracking packages   ———————— Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us...

In this two-part holiday edition of Fake the Nation, Negin is joined by Grace Lynch and John Fugelsang as they tackle a cultural grab bag of topics from the origins of "No Bones Day" to the astrological signs of killers -- sorry Scorpios. In part two, Negin is joined by Sherrod Small and Seena Ghaznavi as they talk about the socioeconomics of Black artists.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

In this week's episode, Negin is joined by Shalewa Sharpe and Connor Franta as they discuss the necessity for a new University of Austin, sponsored by think-tankers. Negin and the panel break down the bill and the politics surrounding it Then, they dig down into a cultural grab bag that includes #freedBritney, the culture of Botox, and Sesame Street's new Asian muppet. ———— Rate Fake The Nation 5-...

In this week's episode, Negin is joined by Liz Miele and Matt Bellassai as they examine China's push to promote vocational training over college and if the US should consider a similar model. Negin and the panel break down an article in The Atlantic that claims to have the science of a replicating a career hot-streak. Then, they dig into a cultural “grab bag” of topics ranging from toxic positivit...

This week Negin is joined by Pete Dominick (Stand Up with Pete Dominick) and Josh Gwynn (Back Issue) and the panel discusses the Glasgow Climate Summit and if these types of events offer any hope towards actually decreasing climate change. Then Negin and the panel examine the social and political implications of words like BIPOC and Latinx and why it feels like this language is ever-evolving. Last...

This week Negin is joined by John Fugelsang and Grace Lynch as they discuss the "treasure trove" of info from the Facebook Papers and question if it is finally time to step in with regulations (especially with a possible Trump comeback on social media). Negin and the panel assess why dating shows are so popular, but marriage rates are low, and why phrases like "The Childless Left" exist despite th...

This week Negin is joined by Jason Kander and Christian Finnegan. The panel discusses Joe Manchin’s failure to understand bipartisanship is over and what Kyrsten Sinema seeks to gain by staying elusive. Negin and the panel dissect why many people are leaving their jobs post-pandemic and if Katie Couric's RGB reveal will be attributed to the decline in mainstream media credibility. See omnystudio.c...

This week Negin is joined by Niccole Thurman and Benari Poulten as they talk about the return of Trump (sort of) and his odd endorsement. Negin and the panel discuss Bad Art Friend and what exactly is the right amount of social media praise you should receive after donating a kidney. Then they discuss the discourse around Dave Chapelle’s latest stand-up special and Kim Kardashian on SNL. See omnys...

Ophira Eisenberg and Andrew Heaton join Negin to discuss how Facebook could be improved post-whistleblower and whether Andrew Yang is wise to leave the Democratic Party. They expound on William Shatner's upcoming trip to space and Russia's plans to film a film in space. Last they talk about the reality of fame in the social media era and why we are all attracted to it.   Rate Fake The Nation 5-sta...

Negin is joined by Lizz Winstead and Lane Moore to chat about the new gender gap in education and ask — should we give men priority registration? They discuss reproductive rights and Lizz’s foundation Abortion Access Front and the work being done in Texas to support women. All before sinking their teeth into some Dribs & Drabs about R. Kelly’s verdict (FINALLY), the debt ceiling and why everyo...

Negin is joined by Murray Hill and Cody Lindquist to dish about the Emmys and Instagram's terrible algorithm. They discuss parasocial relationships and Murray's unhealthy obsession with A-Rod and JLo.  Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com. Support her Patreon www.patreon.com/Negi...

Hari Kondabolu and Shalewa Sharpe join Negin to talk about the show stopping looks and political statements made at the 2021 Met Ball. They also discuss the vaccine mandate and what America would look like if it had 6 political parties.  Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com. Supp...

Christian Finnegan and Selena Coppock join Negin to share their thoughts on the upcoming 20th anniversary of 9/11 and discuss why Costa Ricans live way longer than us. They also stick around to dive into the current crisis of white guys on TV. Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com...

In this special LDW cultural grab bag episode, Negin is joined by a panel of fantastic friends, Chris Gethard , Jacquis Neal , Monét X Change , and Ophira Eisenberg ! Chris and Jacquis talk about bus carpentry and how to be a gentle dirtbag, while Monét and Ophira let out their frustrations with Apple tapbacks and the messy Jeopardy! host-replacement search.  Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple...

Benari Poulten guest hosts this week's episode and is joined by the lovely Jody Avirgan and Leah Bonnema to discuss the situation in Afghanistan and break down the upcoming California recall election. They also talk about OnlyFans' absolutely wild week. Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fakethenation@h...

Monét X Change ( Sibling Rivalry podcast) and Ophira Eisenberg (NPR's Ask Me Another) join Negin to talk about everyone's favorite grocery store aisle, the ethnic aisle! They also discuss the importance of bold queer representation in Hip Hop, and celebrate Monét's new single, Love Like This ! Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @Negi...

Marcella and Dan join Negin to talk about Cuomo’s resignation and how homeownership brings out the a-hole in us all. They also discuss how we can save our plant by Making Preventative Measures Sexy, and share their thoughts on the famous BBL (brazilian butt lift). Follow Marcella @marcellacomedy , Dan @TheSporkful , and Negin @NeginFarsad . Write to Negin at  fakethenation@headgum.com  a...

Sherrod Small and Seena Ghaznavi join Negin to talk about the Frenchification of New York, Olympic updates, and smell dating! Plus, Sherrod explains how he got his PhD from the Comedy Cellar. Follow Sherrod @Sherrod_Small , Seena @SeenaNow , and Negin @NeginFarsad . Write to Negin at  fakethenation@headgum.com  and support her Patreon  www.patreon.com/NeginFarsad . Thank you to Feal...

Maz Jobrani and Jeff Maurer join Negin to talk about the weird world of blind dating shows. They also discuss Tucker Carlson and how to raise kids who won’t be racist. Follow Maz  @MazJobrani , Jeff  @jeffmaurer1980 , Negin  @NeginFarsad . Write to Negin at  fakethenation@headgum.com  and support her Patreon  www.patreon.com/NeginFarsad . Thank you to RISE Sleep App,...

Chris Gethard and Jacquis Neal join Negin to talk Cat Person 2.0, Facebook's role in the spread of vaccine misinformation, and how they could all benefit from a Twitter break, or at least a 15 min a day limit. Follow Chris  @ChrisGethard , Jacquis  @jacquisneal , and Negin  @NeginFarsad . Write to Negin at  fakethenation@headgum.com  and support her Patreon&...

Clark Moore and Benari Poulten join Negin to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Fake the Nation! They discuss celebrities taking over the podcasting world, Texas lawmakers fleeing to DC, and debate Biden’s boring problem / boring advantage. They also discuss Adam Grant’s new piece about the power of collective effervescence (think concerts, sports games, yoga classes). You can follow Clark @mrclarkm...

In this special 4th of July ep, Mo Rocca and Cody Lindquist talk to Negin about how tricky it is to end a conversation. Also, Judy Gold and Paula Poundstone share their thoughts on women going into STEM vs. Photo Breast Modification, and what it would take for them to move cities. Follow Mo @MoRocca , Cody @Codylindquist , Judy @jewdygold , Paula @paulapoundstone . Write to Negin at  fakethen...

Jordan Morris and Andrew Heaton join Negin to talk about why Covax didn’t work and how Britney absolutely deserves to be freed! They also discuss the merits of homework and Negin gives us a taste of what kind of knowledge she’d like to drop on the class of 2021. Follow Jordan @Jordan_Morris , Andrew at mightyheaton.com , and Negin @NeginFarsad .   Write to Negin at  fakethenati...

A. Zell Williams and Greg Proops join Negin to talk about police reform, the Breathe Act, and critical race theory. They also discuss whether having more than 150 friends is possible, and if running into someone at the airport is never not awkward. Follow A. Zell @AZellWil , Greg @GregProops , and Negin @NeginFarsad . Write to Negin at  fakethenation@headgum.com  and support her Pat...