Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

Zeteo’s Mehdi Hasan stops by to talk about a new poll showing unprecedented corruption in America.Then we’ll talk to Talking Feds’ Harry Litman about Trump’s countless illegal moves and how they can be prosecuted.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bulwark’s Sarah Longwell stops by to talk about Trump’s record-breaking disapproval among the American people and her new book, How to Eat an Elephant: One Voter at a Time.Then we’ll talk to former Senator Doug Jones about his run for Alabama governor against Senator Tommy Tuberville.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss how Trump’s old tricks aren’t working anymore.Then we’ll talk to historian Kai Bird about his new book, American Scoundrel: Roy Cohn’s Dark Journey from Joe McCarthy to Donald Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MSNOW’s Andrew Weissmann stops by to talk about a judge blocking Trump’s mail-in voting schemes.Then we’ll talk to United Healthcare Workers West President Dave Regan about the California Billionaire Tax.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about Trump’s half-hearted attempts to steal the midterms.Then we’ll talk to Matt Dunlap about his run for Maine’s contentious Second District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Latino Vote Podcast’s Mike Madrid stops by to talk about the trade war with Canada.Then we’ll talk to Semafor’s Dave Weigel about the transition from the primaries to the general election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump’s Natalie Harp problem that won’t go away.Then we’ll talk to author Kurt Andersen about the book everyone is talking about, his new book The Breakup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As The World Churns Andy Levy stops to talk about Trumps failed War in Iran as the USS Lincoln is being sent home. Then we'll talk to Democracy Forward’s Skye Perryman about her new book Ordinary People, Extraordinary Times: How to Reclaim Your Power, Fight for Freedom, and Reimagine DemocracySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about Donald Trump’s endorsements failing again.Then we’ll talk to Strength in Numbers’ G. Elliott Morris about the way “social experiment” polls are shaping the political narrative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking Points Memo’s Josh Marshall stops by to talk about Trump’s historically low approval rating.Then we’ll talk to the Brennan Center’s Michael Waldman about election security heading into the midterms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Todd Blanche demonstrating that he’ll do whatever Trump says. Then we’ll talk to Brian Poindexter about his run for Max Miller’s congressional seat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Platypus Economics’ Justin Wolfers stops by to talk about Trump losing the confidence of Republicans on the economy.Then we’ll talk to Reproductive Freedom for All’s Mini Timmaraju about why Democrats aren’t mobilizing voters on abortion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Good Liars’ Jason Selvig stops by to talk about what he saw in Michigan at a Trump rally.Then we’ll talk to Alissa Ellman about her run for New York’s 24th District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nation’s Jeet Heer stops by to talk about Trump toying with declaring an emergency for the midterms.Then we’ll talk to Kansas State Senator Cindy Holscher about her run for governor of Kansas after a surprise win in the Democratic primary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump’s grip on elected officials while losing influence in the primaries.Soon-to-be Congressman Daniel Biss joins us to talk about being an anti-AIPAC Jewish candidate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Majority Report’s Sam Seder stops by to talk about Trump’s bad economy and increasing war bill.Senator Tammy Duckworth joins us to discuss her new resolution addressing the Trump administration’s efforts to hide the death toll of the war in Iran.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democracy Docket’s Marc Elias stops by to talk about Trump’s lawless plans for the midterms.The New York Times’ Shane Goldmacher joins us to discuss how the primaries are shaking out and the growing trouble at the DNC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about the Max Miller albatross hanging around the GOP’s neck.The Justice Connection’s Stacey Young joins us to discuss just how dangerous it would be to confirm Todd Blanche as Attorney General.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Donald Trump having his bank accounts closed for money laundering. Then we’ll talk to Status News Oliver Darcy about Bari Weiss’s running CBS News into the ground. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NOTUS’s Evan McMorris-Santoro stops by to talk about Trump’s new low in the approval ratings.New Jersey Senator Andy Kim joins us to discuss his MediKids proposal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mary Trump Show’s Mary Trump stops by to talk about Trump’s decline.MSNOW’s Brandy Zadrozny joins us to discuss the disinformation campaign surrounding a Democratic Senate race.Plus, as a bonus, The New Republic’s Emma Janssen stops by to talk about the new TNR Bluebook newsletter and the latest news from Capitol Hill.But first, the news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pod Save America’s Dan Pfeiffer stops by to talk about Trump’s meetings with Zelensky and Netanyahu.The New York Times’ Eli Tan joins us to discuss the shocking story out of Meta’s Louisiana data center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Latino Vote Podcast’s Mike Madrid stops by to talk about MAGA’s fracturing.The ACLU’s Mike Zamore and Haddy Gassama join us to discuss ICE’s abuses inside Delaney Hall and other detention centers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about Trump’s never-ending war with Iran.Semafor’s Dave Weigel joins us to discuss the final stretch of the congressional primaries and the battles inside the Democratic Party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Republic’s Meredith Shiner stops by to talk about Trump’s unpopular war and how it’s driving down his approval ratings.Historian Joseph Kelly joins us to discuss his new book, The Biggest Lie: The Prehistory of American Fascism, 1818–1915.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Good Liars’ Jason Selvig stops by to talk about all the lies the GOP is telling about the Iran war and Mitch McConnell.The Midcoast Villager’s Alex Seitz-Wald joins us to discuss the fascinating twists in the race for the Democratic Senate nomination in Maine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Molly Jong-Fast welcomes The Good Liars Jason Selvig back and they jump into a wide-ranging discussion about misinformation and political accountability, focusing first on swirling rumors about Mitch McConnell’s health and what transparency elected officials owe their constituents. They then pivot to claims that the Trump administration is withholding or manipulating information—particularly around casualties connected to Iran—drawing parallels to COVID-era tactics of managing perception by limiting data. Jason shares observations from regularly interviewing Trump supporters at rallies, noting signs of waning enthusiasm like smaller crowds, fewer flags, and growing frustration over rising costs and broken promises such as “no new wars,” while also describing how quickly new talking points (from Greenland to election denial) spread through the base and harden into deeply held beliefs.Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump’s new hate-election strategy to win the midterms.Former Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler joins us to talk about his new book, This Is the Plan: How to End America’s Meltdown and Save Democracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Conway stops by to talk about Trump’s deranged speech and election lies.Dr. Ashish Jha joins us to discuss RFK Jr.’s gross negligence leading to an outbreak of explosive diarrhea.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NOTUS’s Evan McMorris-Santoro stops by to talk about Trump needing nearly $100 billion more for his war adventures.Dr. Annie Andrews joins us to discuss her run to become the Democrat challenging for Senator Lindsey Graham’s seat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about continuing his ill-advised war against Iran.Run for Something’s Amanda Litman joins us to discuss how Democrats can recruit better candidates and avoid mistakes like Graham Platner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump’s bad math for getting the SAVE Act passed after Lindsey Graham’s death.Author Michael Blanding joins us to talk about his new book, The Gospel According to Hobby Lobby: Inside a Billionaire Family’s Quest to Craft a Christian Nation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr. stops by to discuss his new book, America, U.S.A.: How Race Shadows the Nation’s Anniversaries.Jesse Wegman joins us to talk about his new book, The Lost Founder: James Wilson and the Forgotten Fight for a People’s Constitution.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal Currents’ Adam Gurri stops by to talk about how Democrats can try to fix our broken government.Futurist Martin Ford joins us to discuss the updated edition of his book, Rise of the Robots: Technology and the Threat of a Jobless Future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part three of Project 2029: A Reimagining, host Molly Jong-Fast convenes leading advocates ( including Abortion Everyday’s Jessica Valenti, The Center for Reproductive Rights Nancy Northup, UCLA’s Mary Ziegler and The Guttmacher Institutes Kelly Baden) and experts to examine the post–Roe v. Wade landscape and the far-reaching consequences of abortion bans, from criminal penalties and “bounty hunter” civil enforcement to threats against medication abortion, telehealth, travel, IVF, and even miscarriage and emergency pregnancy care. The episode outlines how these policies have increased medical risk and uncertainty for patients and providers, expanded surveillance and litigation, and empowered crisis pregnancy centers while undermining access to contraception and reproductive health services. Looking ahead, the conversation focuses on what Democrats could do when they regain power: pursue comprehensive federal protections, repeal legal tools like the Comstock Act that could enable backdoor national restrictions, strengthen state-level shield laws, address affordability through insurance and Medicaid reforms, and build an agenda that treats reproductive freedom as an urgent, durable national right rather than a temporary compromise. Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OpenSecrets’ Hillary Braseth stops by to talk about how her organization is shedding light on money in politics.Former Bernie Sanders chief strategist Tad Devine joins us to discuss his new book, How the Democrats Screwed Bernie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of Project 2029: A Reimagining, Molly Jong-Fast explores how regulation and antitrust enforcement are crucial tools for defending the American public against unchecked private power. Featuring interviews with prominent policymakers and legal experts like Lina Kahn, Alvaro Bedoya, Doha Mekki, and Elizabeth Wilkins, the episode delves into how monopolistic corporations use their power to raise prices, suppress wages, and stifle competition—hurting workers, consumers, and small businesses alike. The discussion highlights how regulation is not an abstract burden but a set of rules that can ensure fairness, protect individual rights, and preserve economic freedom. It also underscores the political and institutional challenges regulators face, from lobbying influence to overly cautious governance, while making the case that bold, timely, and targeted action by government can restore trust and deliver tangible benefits to everyday Americans. Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isaac Butler stops by to discuss his new book, The Perfect Moment: God, Sex, Art, and the Birth of America’s Culture Wars.Katie Gaddini joins us to talk about her new book, Esther’s Army: The Christian Women Who Power the American Right.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the premiere episode of “Project 2029: A Reimagining,” host Molly Jong-Fast explores the critical role of campaign finance reform in reviving American democracy and redirecting the Democratic Party's future. Featuring expert voices such as Lawrence Lessig, Tiffany Muller (End Citizens United), Michael Waldman (Brennan Center) and Tom Moore (Center for American Progress), the episode details how decisions like Citizens United have enabled unchecked corporate influence and created a deeply corrupt political environment, where billionaires and super PACs drown out the voices of ordinary voters. It also examines how this broken system undermines public trust, outlines promising legal and grassroots strategies for reform, and makes the case that no meaningful progress on climate, healthcare, or civil rights is possible without first confronting the corrosive role of money in politics. Through historical parallels and potential state-level solutions, the conversation pushes toward a future where political power is rebalanced and truly representative of the people. Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside Elections’ Jacob Rubashkin stops by to talk about the Democrats’ chances of taking back the House and Senate. Author Justin Ellis joins us to discuss their new book, The Cruelty of Nice Folks: Why Minneapolis Is the Story of America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Origin Story Podcast’s Ian Dunt stops by to talk about the sorry state of British politics.The States Project’s Daniel Squadron joins us to discuss his new book, The Fourth Branch: How State Government Can Save Our Union.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As The World Churns’ Andy Levy stops by to talk about the latest chaos in American politics.Senator Chris Murphy joins us to discuss his new book, Crisis of the Common Good: The Fight for Meaning and Connection in a Broken America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New York Times’ Maggie Haberman stops by to talk about the blockbuster revelations in her new book, Regime Change.Former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade joins us to discuss her new book, The Fix: Saving America from the Corruption of a Mob-Style Government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss why Trump is in hiding.The New Republic’s Michael Tomasky joins us to talk about his new book, Killing Baby Hitler. You can find it here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To The Contrary’s Charlie Sykes stops by to talk about President Trump declaring his power has no limits.Ettingermentum’s Josh Cohen joins us to discuss how he’s seeing the midterms shape up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking Feds’ Harry Litman stops by to talk about Trump’s latest illegal behavior.Better Offline’s Ed Zitron joins us to discuss the latest AI news. Where's Your Ed At Newsletter: https://www.wheresyoured.at/ Better Offline Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/2dBPt1j2DoNij1kVdx8Ig6See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NOTUS’s Evan McMorris-Santoro stops by to talk about Trump’s half-cooked deal with Iran.Former California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer joins us to discuss the strange things he saw during his run for governor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson joins us to discuss the White House melting down over leaked tapes of their meetings on the Epstein files.New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham joins us to talk about the diverse challenges of governing the state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Good Liars’ Jason Selvig stops by to talk about Trump turning America into Las Vegas.Semafor’s Max Tani joins us to discuss the influencers shaping voter disinformation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.