294 episodes

Hosted by Negin Farsad, everyone's favorite Iranian American Muslim Comedian Podcast Host with Black Hair and Red Glasses, Fake the Nation is a comedy show that isn't afraid to talk about news, culture, and humanity’s weirdness. Every week Negin is joined by her funniest, smartest, and most politically astute friends. People like Samantha Bee, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Paula Poundstone, Margaret Cho, Larry Wilmore and others. They’ll make you laugh, think, and deliver a gut punch to the country we all love, America. It's like a really fun dinner party where nothing is off limits but you don’t have to pretend to like salad. 

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Hosted by Negin Farsad, everyone's favorite Iranian American Muslim Comedian Podcast Host with Black Hair and Red Glasses, Fake the Nation is a comedy show that isn't afraid to talk about news, culture, and humanity’s weirdness. Every week Negin is joined by her funniest, smartest, and most politically astute friends. People like Samantha Bee, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Paula Poundstone, Margaret Cho, Larry Wilmore and others. They’ll make you laugh, think, and deliver a gut punch to the country we all love, America. It's like a really fun dinner party where nothing is off limits but you don’t have to pretend to like salad. 

    Fun with Flags! (w/ Amanda Clayman & Jordan Morris)

    Fun with Flags! (w/ Amanda Clayman & Jordan Morris)

    Today, we're talking everything: Hunter Biden, an employment trend that pits older candidates against younger college grads, the decline of Red Lobster, Alito's chitchats at cocktail parties, and the popularity of life coaching. Joining to discuss all of these topics are host of the podcast, Jordan, Jesse, Go!, Jordan Morris and host of the podcast, Emotional Investment, Amanda Clayman!

    • 52 min
    Pro "Team Cool People" (w/ Benari Poulten & Zilla Vodnas)

    Pro "Team Cool People" (w/ Benari Poulten & Zilla Vodnas)

    Today, we're talking about Trump's conviction, America's inebriant of choice, Delta Airlines dresscode, and finally we'll ask the question: "what is pro-natalism?" Joining to discuss all of these topics are comedians, Benari Poulten and Zilla Vodnas!

    • 45 min
    Turn This Feminist On! (w/ Katie Compa & Jenn Harris and Greg Proops & Andrew Ti)

    Turn This Feminist On! (w/ Katie Compa & Jenn Harris and Greg Proops & Andrew Ti)

    Happy week of Memorial Day - to celebrate, we're sharing a few wonderful conversations we had in the backlog! First up, Katie Compa and Jenn Harris join in conversation to discuss what role food plays in their relationships. And then, Greg Proops and Andrew Ti discuss a tennis club friendship conundrum.

    • 28 min
    America Runs on Grievance (w/ A.J. Jacobs & Dan Pashman)

    America Runs on Grievance (w/ A.J. Jacobs & Dan Pashman)

    Today, we're talking about the reaction to Harrison Butker’s commencement speech, whether or not we should bring back "the tearjerker," and the age of grievance. Joining us this week is host of The Sporkful podcast, Dan Pashman, and author of the book, "The Year of Living Constitutionally," A.J. Jacobs!

    • 46 min
    Emotional Preppers (w/ Justin Krebs & Alex Mohajer)

    Emotional Preppers (w/ Justin Krebs & Alex Mohajer)

    Today, we're revealing the exact point at which you become "uncool," we're also talking about Jeff Goldblum and how he refuses to bankroll his kids, what happens in politics when we lose, and finally the science behind talking to yourself. And to break all of this down this week are guests Justin Krebs and Alex Mohajer!

    • 43 min
    #NotAllBears (w/ Christian Finnegan)

    #NotAllBears (w/ Christian Finnegan)

    Today, we're gonna talk about the eldest daughter syndrome, we'll dip into a wide ranging political discussion with some Bernie and some Stormy, and finally we'll discuss the concept: "Radical Honesty." And joining this week to talk about all of that and more is comedian Christian Finnegan!

    • 42 min

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