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Fake the Nation
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by fellow podcasters Jody Avirgan and Corey Ryan Forrester as they recap episodes 3 & 4 of The Bear (season 2)! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Today, we're gonna ask if young professionals know how to behave when they start their first office job, we'll also look at the "candidacy" of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and we'll discuss how this one woman shared her secret in how to make a man obsessed with her. Joining us to discuss all of this and more is two Fake the Nation veterans, Leah Bonnema & Jordan Morris! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Fake the Nation
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Ashley Ray and comedian Leah Bonnema as they recap episodes 1 & 2 The Bear (season 2).The team of meat-loving chefs is in full renovation mode as they transform their shabby digs into fine dining fair and we deconstruct it all! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Today, we're catching up on what's going with Trump's indictment, the mini kerfuffle over Elizabeth Gilbert's new book, and also we ask the question: "are beach vacations actually any fun?" We're joined by veterans of Fake the Nation, comedian, Shalewa Sharpe, as well as writer, Rob Kutner. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Rocket Money - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of dollars on subscription scams. Start cancelling today! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Fake the Nation is recapping THE BEAR, the Hulu/FX series. Sit in the low budget culinary world of beef sandwiches in Chicago, but there is so so much more to it! Today, we recap season one in anticipation of the forthcoming release of season two. Joining host Negin Farsad on today’s podcast is incredible comedian Leah Bonnema, and tremendous comedian Cory Ryan Forrester. Enjoy! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Today, we're asking the eternal question: "can men and women be friends?" as well as check in on Texas because they're driving electric cars. We are joined by such an exciting panel: host of This Day in Esoteric Political History, Jody Avirgan, and candidate for California state senate and president of the Stonewall Democrats of California, Alex Mohajer! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Miracle Brand - Go to TryMiracle.com/FAKETHENATION and use the code "FAKETHENATION" to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Fake the Nation
Today, we're talking about the actual statistics on bachelor party mischief, we'll also talk about the debt ceiling, and the joyful pride merch that some people inexplicably hate! We're joined by an incredible panel consisting of host of Putting on Airs, Corey Ryan Forrester, as well as host of Just Between Us, Allison Raskin! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Athletic Greens - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/FAKETHENATION. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Happy Memorial Day! We've got a shorty special starting off with Paula Poundstone & Ashley Austin Morris who discuss the regrets of the dying - which sounds like a downer but was actually more of a segment on speed. And then! Greg Proops & Cristen Conger join to discuss a 45-year-old tech millionaire who is spending $2 mill a year to be 18 again. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Rocket Money - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of dollars on subscription scams. Start cancelling today! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Fake the Nation
Comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by Peter Sagal from NPR's Wait Wait Don't Tell Me and comedian/writer Benari Lee Poulton to recap the series finale of HBO's Succession. Together, they dissect the twists and turns and wonder, is anyone on this show ultimately happy? ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Fake the Nation
Today, we'll discuss a new version of The Bachelor aimed at boomers as well as creating a utopia for renters. We're joined by two first time guests of the show: from the Wait, Wait Don't Tell Me universe, Adam Burke, and comedian and host of The High & Mighty Podcast, Jon Gabrus! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This week host Negin Farsad is joined by Tala Ashe fartist/filmmaker Danielle Durchslag. In episode 9, "Church and State," the Roys and every fancy person in New York City assemble at Logan Roy's funeral. There are eulogies, champagne, and uneasy alliances. The FTN team dissect, emote, and keep tissues on hand for the incredible penultimate episode of the series. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Today, we're talking about the very important underwear packing debate, the influencer AI that's trying to be your girlfriend, and we'll catch up on all the news: Trump's town hall, E. Jean Carroll's case, and George Santos' many criminal indictments. Negin is joined this week by creator of @NYTvows, Selena Coppock, as well as writer, actor and stand-up comedian, Dean Edwards! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Fake the Nation
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Brian Babylon O'Neill from the Wait Wait Don't Tell Me universe and artist/filmmaker Danielle Durchslag. In Episode 8, "America Decides." its Election Day! Tensions are high and the backstabbing is even stabbier. The FTN team battle election PTSD as they dissect this stressful episode of electoral shenanigans. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Fake the Nation
Today, we're discussing a very particular wedding photo dilemma, we'll also talk about The Phoenix Economy, and finally: ask if it's the end of the digital media age? We're joined by host of the podcast, The Political Orphanage, Andrew Heaton, as well as host of the Slate Money podcast, Felix Salmon! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Athletic Greens - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/FAKETHENATION. Rocket Money - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of dollars on subscription scams. Start cancelling today! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Fake the Nation
This week host Negin Farsad is joined by Shane O'Neill from the New York Times and artist/filmmaker Danielle Durchslag. In Episode 7, "Tailgate," the Roys are throwing an Election Eve party for luminaries of the right where mini-cheeseburgers are eaten, where Swedes insult New York City, and where Tom and Shiv make very good use of their balcony. The FTN team dissect, emote, and scream into pillows. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin [email protected] Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Fake the Nation
with Negin Farsad
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.