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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 w ...
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458. The Fertilization President (w/ Vicky Kuperman & Ronald Young Jr.)
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Today, we're discussing mini retirements and dumb phones, we'll also talk about what the White House is willing to do for you to have more babies, we'll assess the latest with SCOTUS and Pete Hegseth and finally we'll ask: instead of opening up your marriage, should you just have an affair? Joining in the conversation today is comedian Vicky Kuperm…
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457. Hierarchy of Fears (w/ Mangesh Hattikudur & Sally Kohn)
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Today, we're talking about Hobby Lobby adding a Manhattan location, how Blue Origin has girl power, how El Salvador is our new best friend and finally, Harvard's response to the administration. Joining this week, is co-host of the podcast Part Time Genius, Mangesh Hattikudur, as well as writer and communications consultant, Sally Kohn! ——Rate Fake …
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456. Too Many Trends! (w/ Jody Avirgan & Andrew Ti)
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Today, we're asking if this is the Democrat's Tea Party moment, we'll look at the scourge of sports betting, and ask if the pace of trends is breaking Gen Z. And to do just that (and more), are returning guests of the podcast: Jody Avirgan and Andrew Ti! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Found Banking - Open a Found account for FREE at Found.com…
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455. Flip Flopping on Flip Flops (w/ Mike Drucker & Jennie Wetter)
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Today, we'll talk about the president imposing tariffs and unconstitutional third terms. We'll also ask why people are wearing bedroom slippers on city streets and what fast food restaurants are winning America. We have joining us this week: comedian and writer, Mike Drucker, as well as host of the rePROs Fight Back podcast, Jennie Wetter! ——Rate F…
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454. Theon Hegseth (w/ Rob Kutner & Ophira Eisenberg)
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Today, we're discussing the latest ongoings at the White House including a particularly hilarious group chat. We'll also talk about college campuses, mega prisons and if the doggy bag is in fact out of style. And we have a dream panel to break it all down, returning this week are all-star panelists Rob Kutner and Ophira Eisenberg! ——Rate Fake The N…
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453. NFT's Are Bananas! (w/ Jay Jurden & Roy Wood Jr. and Grace Lynch & Milly Tamarez)
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Happy Spring Break to all! This week we have two conversations we've been saving for this very moment to share with you! First up, Roy Wood Jr. & Jay Jurden join to discuss the sale of a $6.5 million banana. And then, Milly Tamarez and Grace Lynch join to discuss an ethical quandary: This woman really loves her husband, but wants to sleep with anot…
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452. Tariff Talk (w/ Katie Compa & Allison Raskin)
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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 …
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451. A Nice Gaggle of Democrats (w/ Gabriel Barcia-Colombo & Ian Karmel)
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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 Nati…
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450. Doomsplaining (w/ Cristen Conger & Dan Wilbur)
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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 …
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449. When Is Sh*t Gonna Hit the Fan? (w/ Katie Hannigan & Maurice Mitchell)
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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 D…
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448. Boyfriend Sickness (w/ Gabe Mollica & Jacquis Neal)
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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…
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447. Boobs Have Changed (w/ Grace Lynch & Milly Tamarez)
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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 …
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Presenting: Say More with Tulaine Montgomery
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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 interv…
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446. Starter Marriage (w/ Tiffany D. Cross & Dean Obeidallah)
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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…
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445. Rise of the Noodle Boys (w/ Jordan Morris & Sam Reece)
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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: Pro…
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444. Mental Health Tourism (w/ Sarah Cooper & Traci Thomas)
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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: Foun…
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443. MAGA Fissure (w/ Zainab Johnson & Alise Morales)
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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 N…
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