Fake the Nation

Today, we're discussing the complicated feelings we have when a celebrity loses weight, how swearing is linked to pain tolerance, and what's going on with the Fyre Festival. We'll dip into politics with some tariff and Tesla talk! Today's panel is made up of stand-up comedian, Katie Compa, and relationship coach and author, Allison Raskin! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Found Banking  -...

Today, we will be discussing Trump's State of the Union address as well as the new executive order making English the official language of the United States. We'll also talk about white jeans and if men should wear them? Joining this week is stand-up comedian, Ian Karmel, as well as artist and professor, Gabriel Barcia-Colombo! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review...

Today, we're asking: if you track your partner and if women need more sleep than men? We'll also get into what Doge is doing and we'll look at how Hollywood is handling the ladies by the numbers. And to break all of that down and more are past panelists, Cristen Conger and Dan Wilbur! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin...

Today, we're discussing the Elon engine that's running Trump's America, we'll also talk about what straight men want according to the matchmakers that find them partners, and finally we'll ask: why don't people dress up to go out anymore? And joining us this week to discuss all of that and more is comedian, Katie Hannigan, as well as the National Director of the Working Families Party, Maurice Mit...

Today, we're discussing the ongoing political foolishness surrounding the Kennedy Center and pennies. We'll also talk about something called "Boyfriend Sickness" and whether it's okay to go to church if you don't believe. And to help break all of this down are past guests and all around great guys, Gabe Mollica and Jacquis Neal. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Found Banking - Open a Found acc...

Today, we're discussing what's going on with Elon Musk, tariffs, and other federal government shenanigans. We'll also talk about the new marriage gap and we'll break down the complicated question: "what have you gotten done?" And to discuss all of this and more are returning FTN guests, Grace Lynch and Milly Tamarez! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Ne...

Hi everyone! Today we're sharing an episode from  Say More with Tulaine Montgomery . In the show, Tulaine talks to people who are dedicated to making the world a better place, all while taking care of themselves and supporting each other. I was actually a guest of Say More and loved  my conversation with Tulaine . In this particular episode, she interviews the community organizer expert...

Today, we're talking about the state of politics with Trump's first week in office and the trend of putting your marathon time on your resume. We'll also discuss a court ruling in Spain about single parents and parental leave, and a court ruling in France about a wife's marital duties. And to talk about all that and more are past guests of the show, Tiffany D. Cross and Dean Obeidallah! ——Thank yo...

Today, we're talking about the ins and outs of the inauguration, the pardons, and the bit-coins. We'll also discuss the rise of the noodle boys, and the app that lets home buyers get a grasp on their neighbors. And to break all of this down is writer and comedian, Sam Reece, and comedy writer, Jordan Morris! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Prolon  - Prolon is offering Fake the Nation lis...

Today, we'll talk about some Trump ongoings, mental health tourism, the ongoing fires in Los Angeles, and we'll ask why Mark Zuckerberg thinks corporations should embrace masculine energy. And to discuss all of this and more is comedian and writer, Sarah Cooper, and host of the Stacks Podcast, Traci Thomas! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Found Banking - Join thousands of small business owner...

In our first episode of 2025, we're discussing Elon Musk and Donald Trump's White House shenanigans, a tequila surplus in Mexico and an IVF mix-up. And to discuss all of this and more are hilarious comedians Zainab Johnson & Alise Morales! ——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 he...

In light of the New Year, we have a couple of great segments lined up for you. First up, we have Peppermint and Amber Ruffin join to talk about whether a woman from this story is an asshole. And then, Selena Coppock and Andrew Heaton join to discuss the premise of "positive masculinity." Enjoy! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Prolon - Ready to make 2025 your healthiest year yet? Order your Pr...

Today, we're discussing why Gen Z'ers make terrible spies, we'll also talk about why men joining the care economy could be better for everyone, and finally we'll share our cultural pics of the year. And to discuss all of these topics are Indivisible 's Co-Executive Director and Managing Director, Leah Greenberg & María Urbina! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Rocket Money  - Use this...

Today, we'll be discussing if standing ovations have potentially jumped the shark, whether Trump is selling too much merch, Biden's commutations, the Texas Bluebonnet Curriculum, and finally we'll ask: can you copyright a vibe? Today's panel is one for the books, we are joined by two all-time great comedians: Jay Jurden and Roy Wood Jr! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us...

And we're back with another "Godfather" recap! This week, Negin is joined by Peter Sagal and Andrew Ti to discuss the second installment, "The Godfather Part II." ——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 -  Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme...

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 "FAKETHENATI...

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 T...

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/...

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 lea...

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 ...

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 dollar...

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  -  C...

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 fakethe...

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 fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon  ...

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 wi...