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Fake the Nation Year of Slop (w/Sally Ann Hall and Vicky Ferentinos)It's a very merry episode of Fake the Nation where comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Sally Ann Hall and comedian Vicky Ferentinos to talk about the (weird) color of the year! The many words of the year! And whether you would take an absolutely free TV if it came with a little catch! Merry Christmas to all of our delightful listeners. Follow everyone!@NeginFarsad@VFerentinos@MeSallyAnnSupport the show at Patreon.com/neginfarsad Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a...

2025-12-2545 min

Fake the Nation Beefing Waymos Better than Human Drivers? (w/Brian Babylon and Andrew Ti)This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/fashion designer Brian Babylon and comedian/podcaster Andrew Ti. They talk about the new batch of data on self-driving cars, apparently they do much better than human drivers! So should we all be embracing the driverless car? Also, Indiana took a stand against mid-decade gerrymandering, RFK hearts Hep B, and finally, Europe can't get people to have babies.Follow Everyone!@NeginFarsad@AndrewTi@BrianBabylon or check out his fashion lineRate Fake The Nation 5-stars on A...

2025-12-1850 min

Fake the Nation Giftcard Wishlist Fever (w/Cody Linquist and Charlie Linquist)Tis the season for a bonus! We're dropping in an extra topic in the feed because that's how podcasters celebrate the holidays! Today, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by Cody Lindquist (Showtime's Our Cartoon President) and comedian/director Charlie Todd (Improv Everywhere founder) to discuss the Wish-List-ification of gift giving. We also ask, is there actually any joy left in giving gifts?? May you enjoy this pod... as you struggle to finish buying all your gifts.Follow everyone!@codylindquist@charlietodd & @improvevery@NeginFarsadRate Fake The Nation 5-stars on...

2025-12-1515 min

Fake the Nation Fast Food and Cold Caffeine (w/Cody Linquist and Charlie Linquist)This week Fake the Nation comes to you from P&T Podcast Studio and Bookstore in New York's Lower East side. Comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/actor Cody Lindquist (Showtime's Our Cartoon President) and comedian/director Charlie Todd (Improv Everywhere founder) and they address the question on all our minds, why are Mormon women all over television and social media right now?? They also discuss baby's new Trump Account and whether "affordability is a hoax" is a sustainable argument for the Republican party. Hint: it isn't. And finally, they dig into the Netflix bid and the...

2025-12-1053 min

Fake the Nation Costco is a Dating App? (w/Nayeema Raza and Pete Dominick)This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by journalist/podcaster Nayeema Raza (Smart Girl Dumb Questions) and comedian/podcaster Pete Dominick (Standup With Pete Dominick). Together, they discuss new research about the behavior of cats! And, they ask if it's suddenly very embarrassing to have a boyfriend. On the political front, they look at the changes in policy for asylum seekers and green card holders. Plus, what do we do about Pete Hegseth's war-crimey leadership? Finally, Costco is suing the Trump administration over tariffs... because it turns out businesses haven't liked these tariffs. I...

2025-12-0447 min

Fake the Nation A Thanksgiving Episode (w/Meghna Chakrabarti, Benari Lee Poulton, Mark Oppenheimer and D.D. Guttenplan)This week comedian and host Negin Farsad has saved up some great conversations for your Thanksgiving earballs. She is joined by DD Guttenplan of The Nation & writer Mark Oppenheimer to ask why Gen Z is resurrecting the 90's. Also! Meghna Chakrabarti of NPR’s On Point and comedian Benari Lee Poulton talk about the fissures of the right wing, with characters like Nick Fuentes and Tucker Carlson making a, let’s say, “bold” appearance in the discourse. Hopefully, this episode will give you enough to drop in some sweet chatter over pumpkin pie. Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at Fake...

2025-11-2633 min

Fake the Nation Bubba, Billionaires and Bodega Coffee (w/Meghna Chakrabarti and Benari Lee Poulton)This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/writer Benari Lee Poulton and host of NPR's On Point, Meghna Chakrabarti. Together, they wonder why billionaires love owning sports teams and a psychology professor who can tell you which are the best years of your life. They look at the very ongoing Epstein Files and the strange bedfellows it has wrought. And finally, they pour one out for the recently deceased penny.If you're in Washington DC come see Negin and Fake the Nation regulars Corey Ryan Forrester and Ophira Eisenberg on D...

2025-11-2058 min

Fake the Nation So Gosh Darn Special (w/Shanna Christmas and Myq Kaplan)This week comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedians Myq Kaplam and Shanna Christmas. Together, they ask, can you charge Thanksgiving guests who come to your home? They also look at Target's new 10-4 policy and the latest twist in the government shutdown. They also look at new revelations about the Epstein Files and close it all up by asking what one New York Times podcaster shouldn't have asked, has liberal feminism ruined the workplace? Follow everyone!Negin Farsad: @NeginFarsad everywhere and you can see her in Washington DC on Dec. 12 at the Atlas...

2025-11-1356 min

Fake the Nation Election 2025 Bonus! (w/Benari Lee Poulton)Because we taped the weekly episode of Fake the Nation before the election results, we wanted to make sure you got a little FTN-post election talk from host, Negin Farsad, and regular panelist, Benari Lee Poulton. Together, they talk about the Mamdani win in NYC, the Sherrill win in New Jersey, the Spanberger win in Virginia and the Prop 50 win in CA. Follow Everyone!@NeginFarsad everywhere@BenariLee everywhere You can see Negin's upcoming performance schedule at: NeginFarsad.com——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a revie...

2025-11-0523 min

Fake the Nation Famous Green Room Hangs (w/Olivia Levine and Andrew Heaton)On this week’s Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by podcaster and writer Andrew Heaton and comedian Olivia Levine to talk about Jennifer Lawrence and whether celebrities should weigh in on politics. Plus, there’s outrage in Paris about the opening of a Shein store – Negin joins that rage, Francophile that she is. In politics corner, they talk about the disruption of SNAP benefits, the ongoing shutdown, and the passing of Dick Cheney. And finally, the panel learns from an economist that all women want are boundaries…?FOLLOW EVERYONE!Negin Farsad...

2025-11-0551 min

Fake the Nation A Steamy Spinoff of Something That Was Wholesome (w/Christian Finnegan and Tim Manley)On this week's Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian, Christian Finnegan and writer/filmmaker, Tim Manley. They discuss livestream shopping - what is it and should we want it? - and the new dating phenomenon called The Feels. They also ask, how has the administration changed dating in D.C.? Finally, they look at the "remodeling" of the White House, presidential third terms, and NYC's off year election.Check out Negin's new TED Democracy series here:https://www.ted.com/series/ted_talks_on_democracy...

2025-10-3055 min

Fake the Nation There Is No App For Democracy (w/Ophira Eisenberg and Mary Houlihan)This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad, is joined by comedian Ophira Eisenberg (Parenting is a Joke podcast) AND the comedian/podcaster Mary Houlihan (The Mary Houlihan Show). They discuss a school in Maine that punishes kids with hikes instead of detention. They also talk about how Gen Z is refusing to fall in line on "work emergencies" - "This is PR, not ER," as they might say. They look into the George Santos affair - his incredible lies and incredible pardon - as well as the opposite of all that, the No Kings protest an...

2025-10-2350 min

Fake the Nation Don’t Cave! (with Ben Katzner and Andrew Ti)This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Ben Katzner (of the Troll Hole podcast) and comedian Andrew Ti (of Yo is This Racist). Together, they dig into the Bad Bunny controversy that just won’t quit. Plus, what is "zip coding"? They also discuss the government shutdown, the new ceasefire, and they ask why is Gen Z drawn more to conservative Christianity than the millennials and Gen Xers before them?Today's show is sponsored by Mosh!Follow everyone!@NeginFarsad @ShaqKatzner@andrewtiC...

2025-10-1650 min

Fake the Nation Racism; Don't (w/Jon Schnitzer and George Civeris)On this week's Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/podcaster George Civeris and comedian/horror guru Jon Schnitzer! Together they discuss the controversy behind the Riyadh Comedy Festival and ask, are we all Taylor Swift-ed out? They also talk about Trump's obsession with troop deployments in Chicago and Portland and wonder, is Marjorie Taylor Greene sometimes reasonable? And finally, are chatbots leading to divorce? When you're done enjoying Fake the Nation:Listen to George Civeris hosting the United States of Kennedy - an iHeartPodcast available on the iHeartRadio app and...

2025-10-0957 min

Fake the Nation Do We F$%&ing Curse Too Much? (w/Jolenta Greenberg and Peter Grosz)This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian and Wait Wait Don't Tell Me regular Peter Grosz and comedian and host of Hot Mess-terpiece Theatre, Jolenta Greenberg. They hash out the draw - or revulsion? - of Meta's new generation of smart glasses and weigh in on the finale of the Murdoch drama. They also look at new data on unemployment and finally they ask, why is swearing everywhere now and what does it say about us?Follow them!@NeginFarsad@petergrosz @jolenta_g @hotmesst...

2025-10-0251 min

Fake the Nation We Need More Semicolons (w/Bob Crawford)In this episode of Fake the Nation, host and comedian Negin Farsad is joined by author/podcaster Bob Crawford (American History Hotline podcast). Together they talk about the decline of the semicolon; dissect the weeklong Jimmy Kimmel saga; and talk about Trump's unhinged Tylenol rant. Crawford - who wrote the book on the matter - shares what John Quincy Adams in 1830 tells us about America in 2025. Crawford is a true history nut so this episode might actually make you feel...better. Subscribe to Bob's show, American History Hotline, an iHeart Original podcast with new episodes every Tuesday.

2025-09-2549 min

Fake the Nation A Lot of Bad But Also Some Good News (w/Lizz Winstead and Adam Green)On this week's Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by co-creator of the Daily Show, Lizz Winstead, and co-founder of the Progressive Change Campaign Committee, Adam Green. They discuss the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, the woes of NPR and PBS, Kamala Harris's book and the Democrats ongoing response to the Mamdani Mayoral candidacy AND good news out of New Mexico!Today's show is sponsored by MoshFollow everyone!@NeginFarsad@adamgreenonline on IG @AdamGreen on Twitter@boldprogressive@lizzwinsteadSubscribe to Mark's podca...

2025-09-1852 min

Fake the Nation The Politics of Tote Bags (w/Mark Oppenheimer and D.D. Guttenplan)This week on Fake the Nation! America’s sweetheart Tom Hanks gets in Trump's crosshairs. Plus, why are we all still buying iPhones? On the political front, the panel discusses the Department of War name change and the possible Chicago National Guard deployment. Finally, performative masculinity - what is it and are you performing it? Comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by The Nation magazine's DD Guttenplan and Arc Magazine's editor Mark Oppenheimer. Follow everyone!@NeginFarsad everywhere@ddguttenplan on Twitter & BlueskySubscribe to Mark's podcast: https://arcmag.org/podcast-series/arc-the-podcast/You...

2025-09-1156 min

Fake the Nation Logos, Virgins & Windmills (w/Elise Loehnen and Dani Faith Leonard)On this week's Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/filmmaker Dani Faith Leonard and author/podcaster Elise Loehnen. Together they dive into the Cracker Barrel logo drama and a new reality TV shows about virgins. On the political front they wonder how should DC respond to its National Guard troop occupation, plus Trump's particular relationship to windmills. On the money front, they look at a new plan among some Gen Z'ers to get really stinkin' rich in your 20's so you can chill the rest of your life. Check out Negin's ne...

2025-09-0446 min

Fake the Nation A Happy Labor Day Episode (w/Emily Flake, Jim Tews, John Nichols and Gianmarco Soresi)This week comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by Emily Flake of the New Yorker and comedian Jim Tews to discuss the list of the best movies of the first quarter of this century! Then comedian Gianmarco Soresi and National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation, John Nichols provide their best takes on the phenomenon of Mankeeping.Follow everyone!@NeginFarsad @EFlakagogo @JimTews @JohnNichols23 @gianmarcosoresiYou can see her upcoming performance schedule at: NeginFarsad.com——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us...

2025-08-2823 min

Fake the Nation “Yes We Can” Forever (w/Danielle Durchslag and Andrea Jones-Rooy)On this week's Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by visual artist/filmmaker Danielle Durchslag and data scientist/podcaster Andrea Jones-Rooy. They talk about Gwyneth Paltrow's enduring allure plus the new theory that Hollywood is hot, horny and white again. They also discuss the magical Trump-Mamdani voter and Donny Jr’s social takeover of DC. They also ask, are men struggling to find love?Follow everyone!@NeginFarsad @DDurch @JonesRooy You can see her upcoming performance schedule at: NeginFarsad.com——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on...

2025-08-2152 min

Fake the Nation Summer Of Death (w/Eddie Pepitone and Josh Gondelman)On this week's episode of Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad asks, how do we label this summer? It's not Hot Girl or Brat summer so what is it? Joined by comedians Josh Gondelman and Eddie Pepitone, they also discuss the trend to legalize human composting, Trump's deployment of the National Guard to DC, and new AI legislation in Illinois. And finally, are the podcast bros turning on Trump??Follow everyone! @NeginFarsad@JoshGondelman @EddiePepYou can see her upcoming performance schedule at: NeginFarsad.com——Rate Fake The...

2025-08-1448 min

Fake the Nation Baguette Markets (w/Corey Forrester+Harry Terjanian)This week on Fake the Nation we talk about a French beach town that wants you to keep your clothes on. And, despite our better angels, we do in fact, talk about the Sydney Sweeney jeans ad. Plus, we discuss the Texas gerrymandering kerfuffle and what Democrats should do about it. We vent on Israel and Gaza and we end the show with a ridiculous conversation about Democratic presidential hopefuls. Spoiler, one of the panelists has had a beer with JD Vance. Comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/podcaster Corey Ryan Forrester and comedian/podcaster Harry T...

2025-08-0749 min

Fake the Nation We Are All MerPeople (w/Gianmarco Soresi+John Nichols)On this week's Fake the Nation, we talk about the mermaiding phenomenon and the Claw Grip trend. We also look at new Trump administration rules on religion at work and ask whether Trump is failing upwards on the economy. Finally, we look at the Gaines scandal and wonder between evangelicals and the left, who owns cancel culture? Comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by John Nichols from The Nation, and comedian/Downside Podcast host Gianmarco Soresi. Follow everyone!@NeginFarsad@nicholsuprising@gianmarcosoresiYou can see her upcoming performance schedule at...

2025-07-3146 min

Fake the Nation Kiss Cams And Other "Wonderful Secrets" (w/Rachel Sklar+Ariel Elias)On today's Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Ariel Elias (new special A Jewish Star now available) and writer/podcaster Rachel Sklar (new podcast Hi Smart Friend! available soon). They talk about Jumbo cams, Anna Wintour, Stephen Colbert's eventual ouster, Trump's Doodle-gate, and people are back at the office but there’s a gender gap! Follow the panel!@ariel_comedy@rachelsklar@NeginFarsad You can see her upcoming performance schedule at: NeginFarsad.com——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review...

2025-07-2449 min

Fake the Nation Your Morning Ayahuasca (w/Leah Bonnema+Fabrezio Copano)On today's Fake the Nation, we talk about a potential competitor to coffee - is America ready?? We also weirdly talk about the Epstein files and Andrew Cuomo’s chances in the New York City mayoral race as an independent. And finally, we discuss the decline of the straight white male novelist and whether or not its cause for alarm. Comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Leah Bonnema, who you've seen on Colbert among many other things and comedian Fabrezio Copano who's new special is available on YouTube on July 29. Follow the panel!...

2025-07-1734 min

Feminist Buzzkills The Bigoted BS Bill is a Backdoor National Abortion Ban With Negin Farsad & Pamela MerrittHave no fear! Lizz and Moji are BACK this week and bringing you a big beautiful breakdown of all the ways the Big Bullshit Bill is coming for our abortion rights, even when abortion isn’t explicitly mentioned… because why not be as sneaky as possible, amirite? AND we spill the tea on this week's crop of anti-abortion schemes to ruin our reproductive lives. GUEST ROLL CALL!FBK bestie Pamela Merritt, Executive Director of Medical Students for Choice, is in the house to talk about what demonizing DEI and closing rural hospitals means for me...

2025-07-121h 14

Fake the Nation Algatraz And Other Insufficient Punnery (w/Emily Flake+Jim Tews)This week host Negin Farsad is back from vacation and takes on Trump's Big Shitiful Bill. She also asks if Elon Musk is the right person to launch an ever elusive 3rd Party. Also in this ep: can you ask your waiter where they’re from? And finally a MAGA summit designed to lure younger women into the fold with the promise of "less burnout and more babies." Joining Negin is the excellent comedian and cartoonist for the New Yorker, Emily Flake & comedian Jim Tews, who's new special "Jim Tews with Pictures" is a must watch. We here at Fake...

2025-07-1050 min

Fake the Nation An Episode That Pairs With Hot Dogs (w/Dasha Burns & Zach Sherwin and Pete Dominick & Faiz Siddiqui)This week on Fake the Nation we give you two fun/ridiculous/insightful conversations from the vault. We discuss a study on the type of people who buy into pseudo-profound bullshit. Yes, they studied this and host Negin Farsad gets pretty worked up on the issue as she discusses it with comedian/podcast host Pete Dominick and journalist/author Faiz Siddiqu. Also, Dasha Burns & Zach Sherwin join to discuss new statistics that show how violent crime is FALLING across America. What does it all mean? Enjoy! And we hope you're having a sweaty, hot-dog laden July 4th!Fol...

2025-07-0326 min

Fake the Nation Tight 10 at a Funeral (w/Nato Green+Benari Lee Poulton)This week's Fake the Nation looks at a group of elderly people at the clurb, plus the merits (and scaminess) of Trump Mobile. Also, the politics of the Iran situation and the New York mayoral race, and finally, New Zealand is up to something. Comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian and union organizer Nato Green and comedian/writer Benari Lee Poulton. Follow everyone on the socials! @MrNatoGreen@BerariLee@NeginFarsad——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!Follow Negin Farsad on Twitt...

2025-06-2649 min

Fake the Nation Swapping Out Skincare Routines For Happy Hour (w/Dasha Burns and Zach Sherwin)This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by Politico's White House Bureau Chief, Dasha Burns and comedian and host of the critically acclaimed Crossword Show, Zach Sherwin. Together they ask whether smoking is cool again and whether TikTok skincare routines are actually ruining our skin. In politics, they talk about the Iran-Israel conflict, Trump's military parade, and the No Kings protest. And finally, a chaser to end the show: is Happy Hour a relic of the past?——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!Follow Ne...

2025-06-1949 min

Fake the Nation Creating Problems to SolveThis week on Fake the Nation we talk about a sports icon and their girlfriend and how the UK is reforming beer bottles. We also discuss the tense situation in LA and the political fallout from the Elon Trump breakup. And finally, a new theory on why youngsters are choosing a childfree life and it isn't the reasons you've heard before! This week our host Negin Farsad is joined by the excellent Milly Tamarez (Go Touch Grass) and the fantastic Andrew Heaton (Political Orphanage). Enjoy!——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a revi...

2025-06-1247 min

Fake the Nation Can Elon Tom Cruise Himself? (w/ Faiz Siddiqui and Pete Dominick)This week on Fake the Nation we look at all things Tom Cruise and then at all things Elon Musk! It is a very-wealthy-men-with-outsized-influence episode. Host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/podcast host Pete Dominick and journalist/writer of the wonderful new book "Hubris Maximus: The Shattering of Elon Musk" Faiz Siddiqui. Don't worry, McDreamy and Brad Pitt also end up in the chat. Enjoy! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!Follow Negin Farsad on TwitterEmail Negin fakethenation@headgum.comSupport her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad——Producer...

2025-06-0550 min

Fake the Nation "The Godfather" Recap (w/ Danielle Durchslag & Corey Ryan Forrester)As discussed on last week's episode, Negin is watching "The Godfather" films for the first time and breaking it all down with some funny friends! This week, Negin breaks down the 1972 film that started it all alongside regular panelists of Fake the Nation, Danielle Durchslag & Corey Ryan Forrester.——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!Follow Negin Farsad on TwitterEmail Negin fakethenation@headgum.comSupport her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad——Producer - Andrew McGuire——Theme Music - Gaby AlterAdvertise on Fake The Nation via gumball...

2024-12-091h 09

Hotter Than Ever A Comedian's Psychedelic Awakening with Negin Farsad“Mushrooms are for getting over your horseshit so you can move on with life.”Like most comedians, Negin Farsad was a self-described skeptic, especially when it came to the trendy world of "magic mushrooms" and psychedelic retreats sweeping the wellness scene. But when a writing assignment led her to participate in a psilocybin retreat, she found herself on a transformative path she never expected.In this captivating episode, Negin shares her initial doubts and ultimate revelations as she delves into the world of psychedelics. What began as a journalistic endeavor quickly evolved into a deeply prof...

2024-03-1454 min

Fake the Nation The Reason We're All Still Here (Bonus Episode)Last month, Negin joined Dr. Jeffrey Lewis for a live episode recording of The Reason We’re All Still Here. Negin, Jeffrey, and Carl Nellis (Gilded Audio) examine nuclear weapons and nonproliferation policies in the context of the film, Dr. Strangelove, and how citizen diplomacy can help bridge the diplomatic void left by uncooperative governments in Iran and beyond.——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!Follow Negin Farsad on TwitterEmail Negin fakethenation@headgum.comSupport her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad——Producer - Andrew McGuire——Theme Music - Gaby Al...

2023-11-1047 min

Fake the Nation The Golden Bachelor Recap: Episodes 5 & 6 (w/ Rosebud Baker)This week host Negin Farsad is joined by the delightfully hilarious, Rosebud Baker, as they recap episodes 5 & 6 of The Golden Bachelor. They discuss a helicopter/ yacht date, meeting the grandchildren, and who they believe could win over Gerry's heart in the end.——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!Follow Negin Farsad on TwitterEmail Negin fakethenation@headgum.comSupport her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad——Producer - Andrew McGuire——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...

2023-11-0655 min

Fake the Nation The Golden Bachelor Recap: Episodes 3 & 4 (w/ Selena Coppock & Zachary Zane)This week host Negin Farsad is joined by a pair of her funniest friends, Selena Coppock and Zachary Zane, as they recap episodes 3 & 4 of The Golden Bachelor. They all discuss Joan's sudden departure, Kathy's conniving, and who they think will win Gerry in the end.——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!Follow Negin Farsad on TwitterEmail Negin fakethenation@headgum.comSupport her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad——Producer - Andrew McGuire——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...

2023-10-2050 min

Fake the Nation The Golden Bachelor Recap: Episodes 1 & 2 (w/ Candi Clare, Danielle Durchslag, & Ashley Ray)This week host Negin Farsad is joined by a slew of funny ladies (Candi Clare, Danielle Durchslag, & Ashley Ray) as they recap episodes 1 & 2 of The Golden Bachelor. Negin is dipping her toes into the world of reality television for the very first time with this Bachelor spin-off that follows a more sophisticated bachelor as he looks for love.——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!Follow Negin Farsad on TwitterEmail Negin fakethenation@headgum.comSupport her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad——Producer - Andrew McGuire——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

2023-10-0649 min

Fake the Nation Negin in Paris (w/ Gabe Dunn & Benari Poulten)Today, we're talking about a certain former president's third indictment and we're also looking at what some conservatives are saying about the new Barbie movie. We'll also talk about legacy admissions, and ask the question: "how to feel happier at work when quitting isn't an option?" We're joined by an all-star panel consisting of Gabe Dunn and Benari Poulten! ——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-st...

2023-08-0348 min

Fake the Nation The Bear Recap: Season 2 Episodes 9 & 10 (w/ Leah Bonnema & Corey Ryan Forrester)Comedian and Fake the Nation host Negin Farsad is joined by comedians Leah Bonnema and Corey Ryan Forrester to breakdown the last two episodes of season 2 of The Bear on FX/Hulu. It has been a wild ride in this culinary world and it all comes careening into opening night of The Bear, fine dining establishment. It is riveting television that gave our panelists all the feels. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsa...

2023-07-1751 min

Fake the Nation The Bear Recap: Season 2 Episodes 7 & 8 (w/ Deborah Basckin & Leah Bonnema)This week host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Leah Bonnema and producer Deborah Basckin to recap episodes 7 & 8 of season 2 of The Bear! In these episodes we learn that people - even Ritchie! - can change. And we also learn the secret behind fine dining. Enjoy! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

2023-07-1145 min

Fake the Nation The Bear Recap: Season 2 Episodes 5 & 6 (w/ John F. O'Donnell & Corey Ryan Forrester)This week host Negin Farsad is joined by fellow comedians John F. O'Donnell and Corey Ryan Forrester as they recap episodes 5 & 6 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 fakethenation@headgum.com 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

2023-07-0553 min

Fake the Nation The Bear Recap: Season 2 Episodes 3 & 4 (w/ Jody Avirgan & Corey Ryan Forrester)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 fakethenation@headgum.com 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

2023-07-0147 min

Fake the Nation The Bear Recap: Season 2 Episodes 1 & 2 (w/ Leah Bonnema & Ashley Ray)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 fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

2023-06-2744 min

Fake the Nation The Bear Recap: Season 1 (w/ Leah Bonnema & Corey Ryan Forrester)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 fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad

2023-06-2059 min

Fake the Nation Succession Recap: S4 E10 "With Open Eyes" (w/ Peter Sagal & Benari Lee)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 fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee omnystudio.com/list...

2023-05-291h 02

Fake the Nation Succession Recap: S4 E9 "Church and State" (w/ Tala Ashe)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 fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

2023-05-2252 min

Fake the Nation Succession Recap: S4 E8 "America Decides" (w/ Brian Babylon)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 fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music...

2023-05-1555 min

Fake the Nation Succession Recap: S4 E7 "Tailgate Party" (w/ Shane O'Neill)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 fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsa...

2023-05-0857 min

Fake the Nation Succession Recap: S4 E6 "Living+" (w/ Isaac Mizrahi)This week on Fake the Nation presents Succession Recaps, host Negin Farsad is joined by none other than fashion legend Isaac Mizrahi & artist Danielle Durchslag to dissect Episode 6, "Living Plus." Here, Kendal goes all-in on a scheme to boost the stock price just as Roman gets a taste for power. Tom and Shiv have what appears to be their first real conversation. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Produce...

2023-05-0157 min

Fake the Nation Succession Recap: S4 E5 "Kill List" (w/ Benari Lee Poulten)This week Fake the Nation's Negin Farsad is joined by Benari Lee Poulten and Danielle Durchslag to recap Season 4 Episode 5 of Succession, "Kill List." In this episode, the gang goes to Norway where they try to bleed the Swede, sweat in saunas, and learn about frozen liters of blood. It's a weird one! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter...

2023-04-2448 min

Fake the Nation Succession Recap: S4 E2 "Rehearsal"Welcome to the Succession Recaps, a Fake the Nation bonus pod. Host Negin Farsad is joined by artist, filmmaker and resident wealth expert Danielle Durchslag to break down episode 2 of season 4, The Rehearsal. In this episode, Logan makes tyrannical speeches to ATN employees, attempts to make apologies to his children and, in the end, everyone is stuck doing karaoke. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

2023-04-0345 min

Fake the Nation Succession Recap: S4 E1 "The Munsters"Welcome to the Succession Recaps, a Fake the Nation bonus pod. Host Negin Farsad is joined by artist/filmmaker Danielle Durchslag to break down every episode of the final season of Succession! In this premiere episode, Logan is sad and the kids are still emotionally stunted, but hey, Greg is on a date! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad & Danielle Durchslag ——Producer - Andrew McGuire ——Theme Music - Gaby AlterS...

2023-03-2748 min

Fake the Nation Listen to This: Midterm Mayhem, Recuse Me, Iran from AmericaV Interesting is a series form our friends at friends at Lemonada Media that we think you’ll love. Be sure to check out this special episode featuring our own Negin Farsad. Sometimes TikTok superstar V Spehar needs more than a minute to bring you the news. The Under the Desk News anchor is bringing their sharp outfits and sharper commentary to a weekly show with Lemonada Media. Big Issues that matter most, but don’t have a simple, Tweetable solution. Part explainer, part thought-starter show, V’s goal is to make you the most well-informed and “v intere...

2022-12-2948 min

Fake the Nation Taint Week (w/ Subhah Agarwal & Judy Gold, Adam Conover & Traci Thomas)Happy Taint Week* to all that celebrate (*The week between the holidays and the new year)! In this two-part episode, Negin is joined by Subhah Argarwal and Judy Gold as they discuss whether or not you should let your child quit a sport. In part two, Adam Conover and Traci Thomas join Negin to discuss "breakup school" and how to combat ghosting. ——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/FA...

2022-12-2933 min

Fake the Nation Nipple Energy (w/ Isaac Mizrahi & Marcella Arguello, Sally Kohn & V Spehar)In this two-part holiday edition of Fake the Nation, Negin is joined by Isaac Mizrahi and Marcella Arguello as they discuss why a 91 year old Minnesota woman went skydiving. In part two, Negin is joined by Sally Kohn and V Spehar as they talk about the art of sexting. ——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...

2022-11-2432 min

Fake the Nation A Summer Shorty (w/ Joel Kim Booster & Traci Thomas- Danielle Durschlag & Shalewa Sharpe)Negin is joined by Joel Kim Booster and Traci Thomas as they talk about the weird stuff on Wikipedia. In part 2, Negin is joined by Danielle Durschlag and Shalewa Sharpe as they give advice to a late bloomer.——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Audible - Use this link or go to audible.com/thebiglie to listen to Jon Hamm lead an all-star cast in The Big Lie, a riveting new Audible Original. Helix - Use this link or go to HelixSleep.com/fakethenation for up to 200 dollars off all mattress orders AND two f...

2022-07-0732 min

Fake the Nation Passive Aggressive Venmo Requests (w/Pete Dominick, Rebecca Soffer and Benari Poulten, Eddie Geller)Pete Dominick and Rebecca Soffer join Negin in Part 1 of this episode and chat about people who charge for attending house parties --- and the social norms around hosting a party. In part two of this episode, Benari Poulten and Eddie Geller chat with Negin about the hierarchy of relationships. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor: Aurate - Use this link or go to AurateNewYork.com/Fakethenation for 20% off your first Aurate purchase ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter ...

2022-06-0234 min

Fake the Nation Domestic Supply Of Infants (with Benari Poulten, Eddie Geller)Benari Poulten and Eddie Geller join Negin on the panel this week as they discuss thoughts and feelings around the SCOTUS draft leak. Afterwards, a conversation on the life and times of Madison Cawthorn -- and if congress needs to rethink its obsession with longevity. Then, they discuss the ethics of deep fake technology in reference to Kendrick Lamar's latest music video. Eddie Geller is running for Congress in Flordia's 15th Congressional District ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Stamps.com - Use promo code FAKETHENATION for a special offerTruebill...

2022-05-1250 min

Fake the Nation I Recognize 'Goblin Mode' As a Thing (with Christian Finnegan, Dani Faith Leonard)*This episode was recorded before the SCOTUS draft leak* Negin is joined by Christian Finnegan and Dani Faith Leonard on this week's panel. The three discuss the pitiful and melodramatic nature of personal essays, the cultural significance of ‘goblin mode’, and what Baby Boomers got right about parenting. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Aurate - Use promo code Athletic Greens - Use this link for a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and lea...

2022-05-0551 min

Fake the Nation Elon Might Clown Us All (w/ Neil deGrasse Tyson and Sean Rameswaram)Neil deGrasse Tyson and Sean Rameswaram join Negin Farsad to talk Twitter & Elon, Mask Mandates and the link between astrology and narcissism. Then NDT talks about his new book, WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSE IN 3D, which highlights the visual grandeur of space. Thank you to this week’s sponsors:Athletic Greens - Use this link to receive FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchaseNutrafol - Use promo code FAKETHENATION to save fifteen dollars off your first month’s subscription —— Rate Fake The Nation 5...

2022-04-2852 min

Fake the Nation Fancy College is a Fancy Scam (w/ Danielle Durchslag and Katie Compa)This week, Negin is joined by Danielle Durchslag and Katie Compa on the panel, and the three discuss Elizabeth Warren's strategies for winning in November and offer their own strategies on how to win. Then, they discuss the importance of "Are we sharing boyfriends" Facebook groups and talk about the implications of a New York Times article titled Rags to Riches Stories are Actually Kinda Disturbing. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:Athletic Greens - Use this link for a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first p...

2022-04-2151 min

Fake the Nation The Toddler's Need to Unionize (w/ Lizz Winstead and Jody Avirgan)Lizz Winstead and Jody Avirgan join Negin for this weeks panel, they kick off the show with the heartwarming story of a couple of dudes and how they defied the giant that is Amazon and unionized 8000 Amazon workers. Then, they tackle the Japanese tradition of allowing toddlers to run their first errand, the real reason fit people drink more than unfit people and how we are feeling now that taxes are due. Last the panel has a conversation about where they hid as kids and how they hide now as adults. Thank you to this week’s spo...

2022-04-1449 min

Fake the Nation She'll Keep It QAnon (w/ Joel Kim Booster, Traci Thomas)Joel Kim Booster and Traci Thomas join Negin on the panel as they discuss what is going on with the January 6 committee and those *weird* Ginni Thomas text messages. Afterwards they move onto a NYT article which blames COVID for the shortage in surrogate birthers. Last they chime in on the decline of sexual activity from 1990 to now, and if the decline is a bad thing? Advertise on Fake the Nation via Gumball.fm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:Aurate - use promo code FAK...

2022-04-0749 min

Fake the Nation Emails That Fall Below The Fold (w/ Jon Lovett & Karen Chee, Adam Felber & Nicole Hemmer)Negin is joined by Jon Lovett & Karen Chee for part one of this episode as they discuss Yale’s happiness professor saying anxiety Is destroying her students lives. Then, Adam Felber & Nicole Hemmer join Negin for a conversation on the healthy boundaries of ghosting. Advertise on Fake the Nation via Gumball.fm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:Athletic Greens - Use this link for a FREE 1 yearsupply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase—— Rate Fake...

2022-03-3135 min

Fake the Nation Eff Those Guys (w/ Marcella Arguello and Jesse Case)Marcella Arguello and Jesse Case join Negin on the panel and discuss Josh Hawley and Ted Cruz's questioning during Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson’s hearing. Then, a conversation about an article in the Atlantic that talks about losing skills you used to have. Last, they jump into a grab bag of topics that include the sold-out Coors Light lollipops (what?), DMT-making-toads and nickels. Advertise on Fake the Nation via Gumball.fm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:Aurate - Use this link to...

2022-03-2446 min

Fake the Nation Doppelbanger (w/ Alzo Slade, Seena Ghaznavi)Negin is joined by Seena Ghaznavi and Alzo Slade as they talk about Daylight Savings and the shocking senate bill that passed to make daylight savings time permanent. Then the panel discusses the Iowa caucus, the price of gas and the safety of pickup trucks. Finally, they shine a light on Doppelbangining -- no judgements! Advertise on Fake the Nation via Gumball.fm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:True Bill Athletic Greens - Use this link for a FREE 1 yearsupply of immune-supporting Vitamin...

2022-03-1754 min

Fake the Nation Looking Hot Is Its Own Reward (w/ Gianmarco Soresi, Carmen Lagala)This week Negin is joined by Gianmarco Soresi and Carmen Lagala as they discuss ‘Bigorexia’ — a new teenage social media trend, the Don’t Say Gay Bill, and why Florida is worried about the wrong things. Last, a conversation on the phrase “vibe shift”, what it means, and tips to survive. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:Aurate New York Use this link for a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! F...

2022-03-1051 min

Fake the Nation It Was Nice (w/ Adam Felder, Nicole Hemmer)This week Negin is joined by Adam Felder and Nicole Hemmer as they discuss the State of The Union, the international reaction to Ukraine and Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson. Then, a conversation on a Vogue article that asks, What happens if your friends don’t like your partner? ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:Aurate New York Use this link for a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! ...

2022-03-0342 min

Fake the Nation Unfair Exaggerations (w/ Jon Lovett, Karen Chee)This week Jon Lovett & Karen Chee join Negin on the panel as they discuss themisinformation around the Biden drug strategy. Then they talk about the new social media app that shall not be named. Last they land on an article in Wired that explains why flexible work hours often mean women work more. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor:athleticgreens.com/FAKETHENATION - (a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase) ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!

2022-02-2445 min

Fake the Nation How Is This Happening in Canada? (w/ Leah Bonnema and Virginia Heffernan)This week Virginia Heffernan and Leah Bonnema join Negin to discuss Canada's truck strike and if they are winning any supporters. Then a very serious conversation about the years long McDonalds vs Burger King's fast food war. Finally, a conversation about an article in Vox that takes a look at comedies identity crisis. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor:athleticgreens.com/FAKETHENATION - (a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase)TrueBill.com/FAKETHENATIONStamps.com - (Sign up with promo code FAKETHENATION for a speci...

2022-02-1750 min

Fake the Nation Straight As for Voting (w/ Wajahat Ali, Anat Shenker-Osorio)This week Negin is joined by Wajahat Ali and Anat Shenker-Osorio, they chat about voting and what democrats should be doing to mobilize, get their messages across, and why they consistently seem to fall short (featuring some words we should probably adopt). Then, a conversation on the banning of books, and Wajahat plugs his new book, 'Go Back To Where You Came From'. Last they talk about an article in the Atlantic that asks 'Is Old Music Killing New Music?' ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor:Athletic Greens - (FREE 1 yearsupply of immune-supporting Vitamin D...

2022-02-1051 min

Fake the Nation These People Are Not Epidemiologists (w/Maeve Higgins, Tehran Von Ghasri)This week Negin is joined by Maeve Higgins and Tehran Von Ghasri as they discuss the forming of a Trump-free GOP and Boris Johnson's fall from grace. Then, a conversation on Whoopi Goldberg's suspension from The View and how Joe Rogan continues to spread COVID misinformation. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor:Aurate (Aurate.com/FAKETHENATION)——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin FarsadProducer - Danielle Jones-W...

2022-02-0350 min

Fake the Nation Quit Before They Fire You (w/ Benari Poulten, Traci Thomas)This week Negin is joined by Benari Poulten and Traci Thomas as they delve into the realities of the job market a la The Great Resignation. Then a conversation on if it is okay to ask an ex to delete a nude, before jumping into the satisfaction of holding a grudge ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor: Get Super Leaf (Use promo code FAKETHENATION)——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Hos...

2022-01-271h 00

Fake the Nation Panic About Their Peen (w/ Corey Ryan Forrester, Selema Masekela)This week Negin is joined by Selema Masekela and Corey Ryan Forrester as they check-in on voting rights across the country, a bill that seeks to hold fashion brands accountable for waste, and COVID-dick.——Thank you to this week’s sponsor: Truebill (Use promo code FAKETHENATION)Athletic Greens (Use this link for special gift)——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin FarsadProducer - Danielle Jones-WesleyE...

2022-01-2049 min

Fake the Nation The Politics of Celebrity (w/ Sarah Marshall, Sally Kohn)This week Negin is joined by Sarah Marshall and Sally Kohn as they discuss the Theranos trial and Elizabeth Holmes verdict as well as Dr.Oz and Clay Aiken running for public office. Afterward, the panel discusses a cultural grab bag of topics ranging from Bob Saget's death to the relevance of the Golden Globes without telecast. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor:Helix Sleep (Use promo code FAKETHENATION)Aurate (For 20% off your first Aurate purchase)Athletic Greens (Use this link for special gift) ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Pod...

2022-01-1354 min

Fake the Nation Goth In My Heart (w/ Jenny Yang and Gaby Dunn)This week Negin is joined by Jenny Yang and Gaby Dunn as they chat about Omicron and the 1 year anniversary of the Jan 6 Insurrection (but keep it light). Afterwards, the panel discusses why goth coming back is -- kind of exciting. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor:BetterHelp (Use this link for 10% off your first month)Stamps.com (Use promocode FAKETHENATION)Athletic Greens (Use this link for special gift) ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin faketh...

2022-01-0647 min

Fake the Nation A Holiday Shorty (w/ Connor Franta & Shalewa Sharpe - Bobcat Goldthwait & James Arthur)Negin is joined by Connor Franta and Shalewa Sharpe as they tackle the audacity of a 105 year old marathon runner. In part 2, Negin is joined by Bobcat Goldthwait and James Arthur as they discuss why grandma's fake fruit basket is making a comeback. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor:BetterHelp (Use this link for 10% off your first month) ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter Email Negin fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad Producer - Da...

2021-12-3033 min

Fake the Nation Hospitality For Alien Algae Please (w/ Lizz Winstead, Ali Vingiano)Negin is joined by Lizz Winstead and Ali Vingiano as they discuss an article in Vox that talks about how expensive it is to be' single. Then Lizz gives an update on the direction of abortion rights and the best ways to get involved. Afterwards, the panel looks at a New Yorker article on alien life on Earth and discusses why these findings were disappointing and not really a big deal. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsor:BetterHelp (Use this link for 10% off your first month) ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Pod...

2021-12-2353 min

Fake the Nation Artificially Enhanced Camels (w/ Bob the Drag Queen, Youngmi Mayer)Negin is joined by Bob the Drag Queen and Youngmi Mayer as they discuss a group of camels who were disqualified from a beauty contest because of Botox usage (i.e. our google search, Attractive Camels). Then the panel discusses the CEO of Better.com's decision to fire 900 employees over Zoom and why Jeremy Strong's profile in the New Yorker reminds us that method acting is a group project. ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:TruebillBetterHelp (Use this link for 10% off your first month) ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Po...

2021-12-1543 min

Fake the Nation I Gotta Kill That Thing (w/ Bobcat Goldthwait and James Arthur M.)In this week's episode, Negin is joined by comedy legend Bobcat Goldthwait and James Arthur M. as they discuss paternity leave and why it is important for dads. Afterward, Negin and the panel talk about a 1997 Wired magazine article that predicted we'd be living in a utopian era by now -- and why this article may have missed a few points. ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!—— Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter: @NeginFarsadEmail Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com.Support her Patreon www.patreon.co...

2021-12-0959 min

Fake the Nation Variant Names Could Get Cuter (w/ Brian Park, Giulia Rozzi)In this week's episode, Negin is joined by Brian Park and Giulia Rozzi as they discuss the new COVID-19 strain of concern, Omnicron. Negin and the panel chat about Barbados ending its 400 years of British rule and yes, Rihanna. Then, a conversation on what it means to be a #sexinfluencers and the psychology of tracking packages ———————— Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad on Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com Support her Patreon www.patreon.com/NeginFarsad

2021-12-0247 min

Fake the Nation Infrastructure Is Sexy (w/ Connor Franta, Shalewa Sharpe)In this week's episode, Negin is joined by Shalewa Sharpe and Connor Franta as they discuss the necessity for a new University of Austin, sponsored by think-tankers. Negin and the panel break down the bill and the politics surrounding it Then, they dig down into a cultural grab bag that includes #freedBritney, the culture of Botox, and Sesame Street's new Asian muppet.————Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad:Twitter: @NeginFarsadWrite to Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com.Support her Patreon www.patreon.com/Negi...

2021-11-1854 min

Fake the Nation A Career Hot Streak (w/ Liz Miele and Matt Bellassai)In this week's episode, Negin is joined by Liz Miele and Matt Bellassai as they examine China's push to promote vocational training over college and if the US should consider a similar model. Negin and the panel break down an article in The Atlantic that claims to have the science of a replicating a career hot-streak. Then, they dig into a cultural “grab bag” of topics ranging from toxic positivity to COVID holiday plans to Aaron Rogers vaccination mishap. —— Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow N...

2021-11-1155 min

Fake the Nation Some Stank on Thunberg (w/ Pete Dominick and Josh Gwynn)This week Negin is joined by Pete Dominick (Stand Up with Pete Dominick) and Josh Gwynn (Back Issue) and the panel discusses the Glasgow Climate Summit and if these types of events offer any hope towards actually decreasing climate change. Then Negin and the panel examine the social and political implications of words like BIPOC and Latinx and why it feels like this language is ever-evolving. Last, a cultural "grab bag" of topics, from the origin of the phrase, “Let's Go Brandon”, to a new food app that lets you buy leftovers from restaurants to a quick analysis of the...

2021-11-0450 min

Fake the Nation The Fame Is Coming (w Ophira Eisenberg, Andrew Heaton)Ophira Eisenberg and Andrew Heaton join Negin to discuss how Facebook could be improved post-whistleblower and whether Andrew Yang is wise to leave the Democratic Party. They expound on William Shatner's upcoming trip to space and Russia's plans to film a film in space. Last they talk about the reality of fame in the social media era and why we are all attracted to it. Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fa...

2021-10-0751 min

Fake the Nation It's Not Like Society Crumbled (w/ Lizz Winstead, Lane Moore)Negin is joined by Lizz Winstead and Lane Moore to chat about the new gender gap in education and ask — should we give men priority registration? They discuss reproductive rights and Lizz’s foundation Abortion Access Front and the work being done in Texas to support women. All before sinking their teeth into some Dribs & Drabs about R. Kelly’s verdict (FINALLY), the debt ceiling and why everyone should enjoy the theatre. Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFar...

2021-09-3058 min

Fake the Nation I Want That Thigh (w/ Murray Hill, Cody Lindquist)Negin is joined by Murray Hill and Cody Lindquist to dish about the Emmys and Instagram's terrible algorithm. They discuss parasocial relationships and Murray's unhealthy obsession with A-Rod and JLo. Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com. Support her Patreon www.patreon.com/NeginFarsad. Advertise on Fake the Nation via Gumball.fm. Host - Negin Farsad Producer - Julia Lindon Engineer - Ste...

2021-09-2354 min

Fake the Nation Ax the Rich (w/ Hari Kondabolu, Shalewa Sharpe)Hari Kondabolu and Shalewa Sharpe join Negin to talk about the show stopping looks and political statements made at the 2021 Met Ball. They also discuss the vaccine mandate and what America would look like if it had 6 political parties. Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com. Support her Patreon www.patreon.com/NeginFarsad. Advertise on Fake the Nation via Gumball.fm. Host - Negin Farsad

2021-09-1653 min

Fake the Nation It's Not Rocket Scientists (w/ Christian Finnegan, Selena Coppock)Christian Finnegan and Selena Coppock join Negin to share their thoughts on the upcoming 20th anniversary of 9/11 and discuss why Costa Ricans live way longer than us. They also stick around to dive into the current crisis of white guys on TV. Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com. Support her Patreon www.patreon.com/NeginFarsad. Advertise on Fake the Nation via Gumball.fm. Host - N...

2021-09-091h 01

Fake the Nation Thumbs Down (w/ Chris Gethard, Jacquis Neal, Monét X Change, Ophira Eisenberg)In this special LDW cultural grab bag episode, Negin is joined by a panel of fantastic friends, Chris Gethard, Jacquis Neal, Monét X Change, and Ophira Eisenberg! Chris and Jacquis talk about bus carpentry and how to be a gentle dirtbag, while Monét and Ophira let out their frustrations with Apple tapbacks and the messy Jeopardy! host-replacement search. Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Follow Negin Farsad: Twitter: @NeginFarsad Write to Negin at fakethenation@headgum.com. Support her Patreon www.patr...

2021-09-0242 min

Grab: This Critically-Acclaimed Full Audiobook For Thriller Fans.How to Make White People Laugh by Negin FarsadPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/2971to listen full audiobooks. Title: How to Make White People Laugh Author: Negin Farsad Narrator: Negin Farsad Format: mp3 Length: 5 hrs and 34 mins Release date: 05-24-16 Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 122 ratings Genres: Cultural & Regional Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed writer, director, and star of the hit documentary The Muslims Are Coming! comes a memoir in essays about growing up Iranian American in a post-9/11 world and the power of comedy to combat racism. Negin Farsad is an Iranian American Muslim female stand-up comedian who believes she can change the world through jokes. And...

2016-05-245h 34

Experience The Unforgettable Full Audiobook Experience!How to Make White People Laugh by Negin FarsadPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/264658to listen full audiobooks. Title: How to Make White People Laugh Author: Negin Farsad Narrator: Negin Farsad Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 30 minutes Release date: May 24, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 3 Genres: History & Culture Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed writer, director, and star of the hit documentary The Muslims are Coming! comes a memoir in essays about growing up Iranian-American in a post-9/11 world and the power of comedy to combat racism. Negin Farsad is an Iranian-American-Muslim female stand-up comedian who believes she can change the world through...

2016-05-245h 30

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2016-05-2403 min

Get New Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, History & Culture How to Make White People Laugh by Negin FarsadPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/264658to listen full audiobooks. Title: How to Make White People Laugh Author: Negin Farsad Narrator: Negin Farsad Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 30 minutes Release date: May 24, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 3 Genres: History & Culture Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed writer, director, and star of the hit documentary The Muslims are Coming! comes a memoir in essays about growing up Iranian-American in a post-9/11 world and the power of comedy to combat racism. Negin Farsad is an Iranian-American-Muslim female stand-up comedian who believes she can change the world through...

2016-05-245h 30

Press Play On This Sensational Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.How to Make White People Laugh by Negin FarsadPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/2971to listen full audiobooks. Title: How to Make White People Laugh Author: Negin Farsad Narrator: Negin Farsad Format: mp3 Length: 5 hrs and 34 mins Release date: 05-24-16 Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 122 ratings Genres: Cultural & Regional Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed writer, director, and star of the hit documentary The Muslims Are Coming! comes a memoir in essays about growing up Iranian American in a post-9/11 world and the power of comedy to combat racism. Negin Farsad is an Iranian American Muslim female stand-up comedian who believes she can change the world through jokes. And...

2016-05-245h 34

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2016-05-245h 30

Listen to Latest Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Memoirs How to Make White People Laugh by Negin FarsadPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/264658to listen full audiobooks. Title: How to Make White People Laugh Author: Negin Farsad Narrator: Negin Farsad Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 30 minutes Release date: May 24, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 3 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed writer, director, and star of the hit documentary The Muslims are Coming! comes a memoir in essays about growing up Iranian-American in a post-9/11 world and the power of comedy to combat racism. Negin Farsad is an Iranian-American-Muslim female stand-up comedian who believes she can change the world through jokes...

2016-05-245h 30

Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir How to Make White People Laugh by Negin FarsadPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/264658 to listen full audiobooks. Title: How to Make White People Laugh Author: Negin Farsad Narrator: Negin Farsad Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 30 minutes Release date: May 24, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 3 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed writer, director, and star of the hit documentary The Muslims are Coming! comes a memoir in essays about growing up Iranian-American in a post-9/11 world and the power of comedy to combat racism. Negin Farsad is an Iranian-American-Muslim female stand-up comedian who believes she can change the world through...

2016-05-2403 min