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Join noted author & pundit Molly Jong-Fast for irreverent humor that cuts right to the heart of our politics today as she discusses the top political headlines with some of today’s best minds. Known for being one of the few interviewers in politics to cut through the talking points, Molly reveals the personalities and issues tearing the country apart. She asks the questions no one else does, and g... more

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Kathy Hochul
Governor of New York
Episode: Mary Trump & Gov. Kathy Hochul
Ben Terris
Reporter at New York Magazine
New York Magazine
Episode: Lawrence O'Donnell & Ben Terris
Michael Waldman
President and CEO of The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law
The Brennan Center for Justice
Episode: Rick Wilson & Michael Waldman
Ron Insana
Host of Market Scoreboard Report and an MSNOW contributor
MSNBC
Episode: Charlie Sykes & Ron Insana
Tina Brown
Author of the substack Fresh Hell
Episode: Tina Brown & Ryan Broderick
Laura Jedeed
Freelance journalist for Rolling Stone, Politico, and The New Republic
Episode: Rick Wilson & Laura Jedeed
John Bresnahan
Covers Congress for Punchbowl News
Punchbowl News
Episode: Jim Acosta & John Bresnahan
Rahm Emanuel
Former Mayor of Chicago and Chief of Staff to President Obama
Episode: Andy Levy & Rahm Emanuel
Ro Khanna
Congressman representing California's 17th District
U.S. Congress
Episode: Marc Elias & Rep. Ro Khanna

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Molly Jong-Fast
Host known for her irreverent humor and incisive political commentary; she engages with notable guests to reveal the underlying dynamics in American politics.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Rahm Emanuel

    Unfortunately there was no pushback to Emanuel’s comment about people (obv women) in “lululemon yoga pants” in their “high rises in Manhattan” with their “ Yeti cups” acting like they care about some liberal issue. Just some casual throwaway misogyny (yoga wine moms) from a big mouth. It was really offensive and turned me off on the show.

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    Noshrub
    United States25 days ago
  • Ick

    Don’t have Rahm on your show. He is an awful human being. He hates teachers. Don’t believe he wants to help children.

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    Humanity is
    United Statesa month ago
  • Couple of things

    First-it’s an exclamation point, not an explanation point.

    Also, it’s Tina Peters, not Tina Smith.

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    KarenP28
    United Statesa month ago
  • Please, Molly

    Can you include closed captions for your fans who have a little hearing impairment?

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    1
    VAgrrl
    United Statesa month ago
  • Pretty good...

    But my purity test is Palestine. There are many wonderful Jewish people calling out Israeli actions, I can't abide anyone on the left who is progressive except genocide, especially people of that specific demographic.

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    El Phantsmo
    United Statesa month ago

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Many commend the variety of knowledgeable guests who bring depth to discussions and provide fresh insights on current political events.
Listeners appreciate the humor and irreverent commentary that make complex political issues more accessible.
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Charlie Sykes & Ron Insana
Q: What do you think is really happening in the White House under Trump?
There are people with a concerted plan, like Stephen Miller, who has a lot of influence on immigration enforcement.
Stephanie Ruhle & Rohit Chopra
Q: How has Davos changed in recent times, especially concerning Trump's influence?
The significance of Davos has shifted, as many influential leaders are attending and grappling with the implications of Trump's remarks, which often contradict international consensus.
Stephanie Ruhle & Rohit Chopra
Q: What is the current state of Trump's policies regarding affordability?
Trump's proposals, including a cap on credit card interest rates, seem disconnected from the realities of his administration's actions, which have been largely deregulated and detrimental to consumer protections.
Marc Elias & Rep. Ro Khanna
Q: But what happens? Who resolves? Who decides? Who interprets the law?
It's the federal judiciary, and the federal judiciary so far has not weighed in.
Marc Elias & Rep. Ro Khanna
Q: Can this be something that would go up to the Supreme Court or no?
Theoretically, it can, but I would be shocked if an appellate court, let alone the Supreme Court, would overturn a district court's determination.

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