Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about Trump wanting out of Iran and his slush fund. Comedian Rosebud Baker joins us to discuss how Trump has changed America and her new memoir, Fully Baked: A Messy Memoir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2026

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump kneecapping JD Vance presidential aspirations. Then we'll talk to The Center For American Progress Tom Moore about his plan to overturn Citizens United that one state has already passed.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2026

Katie Phang joins us to talk about her lawsuit to get more of the Epstein files released, as well as the latest in Trump’s vendetta against E. Jean Carroll. Wired’s Daniel Boguslaw joins us to discuss the DOJ going after anti-data center activists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2026

MSNOW’s Ali Velshi stops by to talk about Trump heading into another election year of picking bad candidates. Semafor’s Dave Weigel joins us to discuss the trends he’s seeing as the primaries shake out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

The Nation’s Jeet Heer stops by to talk about Trump’s Vietnam problem in the Middle East. NBC News’ Joanna Stern joins us to discuss her new book, I Am Not a Robot: My Year Using AI to Do Everything. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss the latest chaos surrounding the Trump administration. Pod Save the World’s Ben Rhodes joins us to talk about his new book, All We Say: The Battle for American Identity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2026

The New Republic’s Meredith Shiner stops by to talk about our ungovernable Congress not governing. MSNOW’s Andrew Weissmann joins us to discuss his new book, Liar’s Kingdom: How to Stop Trump’s Deceit and Save America. Plus, as a bonus, Theo Baker joins us to talk about his new book, How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2026

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about Trump’s reckless spending. Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford joins us to discuss his run for governor. Plus, we have a special bonus interview with Yale’s Ian Shapiro about his new book, After the Fall: From the End of History to the Crisis of Democracy, How Politicians Broke Our World.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

I’ve Had It’s Jennifer Welch stops by to talk about how the swing voters who gave Trump a chance are now the most likely to have Trump remorse. Representative Jason Crow joins us to discuss Trump’s MAGA slush fund and the new levels of robbing the federal government he has reached.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Senator Cassidy losing his seat and what it means for Trump’s support. Assemblyman Micah Lasher joins us to talk about why he’s the candidate to choose in New York’s 12th District’s crowded congressional race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2026

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about Trump using the Iran war to enrich himself with stock tips. California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer joins us to discuss his plan to make California a better place to live. Plus, as a bonus, Elevate Utah’s Gabi Finlayson and Jackie Morgan stop by to talk about Mr. Wonderful accusing them of being Chinese agents and their work against data centers in Utah.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2026

NOTUS’s Evan McMorris-Santoro stops by to talk about the Trump administration considering classifying Tucker Carlson as a terrorist. Nebraska Senate candidate Dan Osborn joins us to discuss his independent run in the state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

New York’s 12th District congressional candidate George Conway stops by to talk about Trump’s deranged mental state. Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed joins us to discuss why he believes he’s the right candidate for Michigan’s Senate seat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump’s golden calf. Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand joins us to talk about his run for governor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2026

Platypus Economics’ Justin Wolfers stops by to talk about Donald Trump’s continued demolition of the American economy. 314 Action’s Shaughnessy Naughton joins us to discuss their work recruiting, training, and electing Democrats with scientific backgrounds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2026

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about Trump’s unlawful aggression against his enemies. Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper joins us to discuss his run for the Senate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2026

The Latino Vote Podcast host Mike Madrid stops by to talk about Republicans seeming to have no plan to address Trump’s lack of popularity. Civil rights advocate Kimberlé Crenshaw joins us to discuss her new book, Backtalker: An American Memoir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump trying to govern while being the most unpopular president of modern times. Justice Anita Earls joins us to talk about her crucial judicial race in North Carolina.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 May 2026

Zeteo’s Mehdi Hasan stops by to talk about the propaganda around political violence in America today. Matt Maasdam joins us to discuss his run for Congress in Michigan’s 7th District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2026

MSNOW’s Steph Ruhle stops by to talk about what record-low consumer confidence is going to do to Donald Trump’s economy. Bale Dalton joins us to discuss his run against Congressman Cory Mills.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about Trump using political capital for the stupidest reason possible. The New York Times’ Jodi Kantor joins us to discuss her new book, How to Start: Discovering Your Life’s Work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss the ticking time bomb of Trump’s economy and the White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident. Former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes joins us to talk about his run for governor of Wisconsin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2026

The Majority Report’s Sam Seder stops by to talk about President Trump’s rapidly deteriorating health. Talking Feds’ Harry Litman joins us to discuss his predictions for the potential retirements of Justices Thomas and Alito.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2026

The New Republic’s Meredith Shiner stops by to talk about the enormous vibe shift in Congress. The Wrap’s Michael Calderone joins us to discuss the upcoming White House Correspondents’ Dinner and the drama we may see there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2026

The Good Liars’ Jason Selvig stops by to talk about Tucker Carlson apologizing for his support of Trump. Former Colorado State Representative Shannon Bird joins us to discuss her run in Colorado’s 8th Congressional District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump getting thrown out of his own Situation Room. The Atlantic’s Gal Beckerman joins us to talk about his new book, How to Be a Dissident.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2026

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about Trump’s market manipulations. Actor and director Ben McKenzie joins us to discuss his new documentary, Everyone’s Lying to You for Money.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2026

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about JD Vance’s presidential aspirations slowly disappearing. Congressman Jared Moskowitz joins us to discuss former AG Bondi refusing to show up to congressional hearings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2026

New York’s 12th District congressional candidate George Conway stops by to talk about Trump’s attempts to keep his coalition together. The Righting’s Howard Polskin joins us to discuss the splintering of the MAGA movement as they turn on President Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump blocking the Strait of Hormuz and his other strategic blunders. Ed FitzGerald joins us to talk about his run for Congress in Ohio’s 7th District against Congressman Max Miller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2026

Think Like an Economist’s Justin Wolfers stops by to talk about consumer sentiment hitting its lowest level ever. Author Bradley Onishi joins us to discuss Pete Hegseth and the peculiar religious influences in his life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2026

As The World Churns’ Andy Levy stops by to talk about MAGA’s anger at Trump over the chaos of the Iran war. Democracy Forward’s Skye Perryman joins us to discuss how they are pushing back against Trump’s agenda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

NOTUS’s Evan McMorris-Santoro stops by to talk about bipartisan calls to invoke the 25th Amendment on Trump. The New Yorker’s Antonia Hitchens joins us to discuss the Groyper movement and whether it’s the future of the right wing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss the escalation in Iran and how it’s affecting life in America. Politico’s Peter S. Canellos joins us to talk about his new book, Revenge for the Sixties: Sam Alito and the Triumph of the Conservative Legal Movement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2026

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about the fallout from AG Pam Bondi getting fired. The New York Times’ Theodore Schleifer joins us to discuss the strange campaign financing trends shaping the midterms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2026

The Good Liars’ Jason Selvig stops by to talk about President Trump attending the Supreme Court’s deliberations on birthright citizenship. Wired’s Caroline Haskins joins us to discuss her blockbuster reporting that the IRS is enlisting Palantir to help with audits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2026

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about Trump’s self-inflicted wounds to his presidency. Iowa Senate candidate Josh Turek joins us to discuss his very real chances of becoming Iowa’s next senator.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump sending 50,000 troops to the Middle East. The Wall Street Journal’s Cameron McWhirter joins us to talk about MAGA’s strange splinter movement in Arkansas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2026

MSNOW's Ali Vitali stops by to talk about Congress trying to finally reopen DHS. The New York Times’ Shane Goldmacher joins us to discuss Republicans’ unusual plan to hold a midterms convention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2026

The Latino Vote Podcast host Mike Madrid stops by to talk about the dramatic shift of Latino voters against Trump. Indivisible’s Ezra Levin joins us to discuss this weekend’s No Kings rally, which could be the biggest political rally in American history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2026

The Majority Report’s Sam Seder stops by to talk about the unprecedented corruption in the Trump administration. The Lever’s David Sirota joins us to discuss his new reporting on the unitary executive theory and its threats to our democracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2026

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about ICE taking over American airports. Yale’s Akhil Amar joins us to discuss the Supreme Court and birthright citizenship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 March 2026

The Nation’s Jeet Heer stops by to talk about the very stupid ways Trump is navigating the Iran war. The Bulwark’s Will Sommer joins us to discuss the many strains of antisemitism circulating around MAGA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Markwayne Mullin’s disastrous confirmation hearing. Inside Elections Jacob Rubashkin joins us to break down the nuances of last night’s primary races. Plus, as a bonus, The Brennan Center’s Michael Waldman joins us to talk about how to oppose the SAVE Act.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2026

MSNOW’s Stephanie Ruhle stops by to talk about Trump making up a story about a former president backing his war in the Middle East. Bolts Magazine’s Alex Burness joins us to discuss the Wisconsin Supreme Court election, which could be one of the year’s most important races.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Tucker Carlson saying the CIA is coming for him. Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury joins us to talk about the investigation into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2026

Think Like an Economist’s Justin Wolfers stops by to talk about Trump’s terrible instincts and how they’re damaging the U.S. economy. Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa joins us to discuss her run to defeat Governor Greg Abbott.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2026

NOTUS’s Evan McMorris-Santoro stops by to talk about the doomed SAVE Act. The Financial Times’ Ed Luce joins us to discuss what Iran means for Americans at home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2026

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about Pete Hegseth’s egregious spending spree on floral arrangements and lobster at the Department of War. Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold joins us to discuss Governor Polis flirting with pardoning election meddler Tina Peters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2026

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump finally having to fire officials in his administration. Pro Publica's Doug Bock Clark joins us to talk about his blockbuster reporting on MAGA figures plotting to rig the midterms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 March 2026