Fake the Nation

Fake the Nation

By Headgum & Negin FarsadComedyNews
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Fake the Nation episodes

  • 436. Four Year Avoidance Cruise (w/ Margaret Cho & Christina Greer)

    Today, we're discussing the fitness gender gap, a cruise going around the world designed to make you forget about politics, and so much more! And to do all of that, we are joined by professor of political science, Christina Greer, and world famous comedian, Margaret Cho!

    ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:

    Cozy Earth - Visit cozyearth.com/FAKETHENATION and use my exclusive 40% off code FAKETHENATION to give the gift of luxury this holiday season.

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    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

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    47 min
  • 435. Collective Butt Rubbing (w/ Alex Berg & Allison Raskin)

    Today, we're discussing the impact of a second Trump term, Starbucks and whether it's lost it's pizazz, and so much more. And to break all of that down, Negin is joined by co-host of Just Between Us, Allison Raskin, as well as Alex Berg from LGBTQ Nation.

    ——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!

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    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

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    50 min
  • 434. Recouping (w/ Pete Dominick & Greg Proops)

    Today, we're reacting to the presidential election results - and that's about it! Joining to discuss are past Fake the Nation all-stars, Pete Dominick and Greg Proops.

    ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:

    Cozy Earth - Visit cozyearth.com/FAKETHENATION and use my exclusive 40% off code FAKETHENATION to give the gift of luxury this holiday season.

    Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Head to Paired.com/FakeTheNation to get a 7-day free trial and 25% off if you sign up for a subscription. A happier relationship starts here!

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    ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!

    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

    Advertise on Fake The Nation via gumball.fm

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    50 min
  • 433. Bye Bye Boobies (w/ Leah Bonnema & Seena Ghaznavi)

    Today, we'll take a look at the final messages of the presidential campaigns, the concept of "divorce parties," and we'll take a look at a rift between two sisters. To break all of this down and more are all-star Fake the Nation panelists, Leah Bonnema and Seena Ghaznavi.

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    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

    Advertise on Fake The Nation via gumball.fm

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    48 min
  • Swingers 4 Civics (w/Benari Poulten)

    There's far too much going in the Presidential election right now, so to break it all down we've got Benari for a special bonus episode to discuss everything going on with General Kelly, Liz Cheney, and yes, even Arnold Palmer.

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    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

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    34 min
  • 432. Brazilian Telomere Lift (w/ Selena Coppock & Andrew Heaton)

    Today, we're checking in on the elections, we'll take a look at the "Click-To-Cancel" law, how Grindr is using AI as your new wingman, and we ask if we've reached peak human lifespan. This week we're joined by host of The Political Orphanage, Andrew Heaton, as well as the host of Betches Brides, Selena Coppock!

    ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:

    Calm - Stress less, sleep more, and live better with Calm. For listeners of our show, Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.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!

    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

    Advertise on Fake The Nation via gumball.fm

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    48 min
  • 431. The Pink House (w/ Michael Ian Black & John Fugelsang)

    Today, we're discussing Kamala's relationship with black male voters, Trump dancing his way through a town hall, the latest public health crisis, and finally: what's going on with Cards Against Humanity. Not breaking all of this down alone, as esteemed guests, Michael Ian Black and John Fugelsang, join to help make sense of it all.

    ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:

    Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Head to Paired.com/FakeTheNation to get a 7-day free trial and 25% off if you sign up for a subscription. A happier relationship starts here!

    ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!

    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

    Advertise on Fake The Nation via gumball.fm

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    46 min
  • 430. Silence of the Lip (w/ Peppermint & Amber Ruffin)

    Today, we're talking about Kamala's media blitz, the never-ending Netflix library and what it's done to the quality of television, and lastly the maturation of teenage girl's brains that happened during the pandemic. And this week we have an all-star panel featuring actor and singer, Peppermint, as well as comedian and writer, Amber Ruffin!

    ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!

    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

    Advertise on Fake The Nation via gumball.fm

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    48 min
  • 429. Operationally Misogynistic (w/ Pete Dominick & Jason Kravits)

    Today, we're discussing Mayor Adams and his petty fraud, the VP debate, and we'll answer who should come first in a relationship: your mom or wife? To discuss all of this and more is Pete Dominick and Jason Kravits!

    ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!

    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

    Advertise on Fake The Nation via gumball.fm

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    44 min
  • 428. Larger Margin (w/ Gan Golan & Alan Jenkins)

    Today, we're discussing the state of the electoral race, what's going on with the North Carolina governor's race, and a fresh batch of election rules. We'll also discuss a new trend where young men are going to church (but young women are not!) and finally we'll ask: is the customized beverage out of control? Joining to break all of that down are co-authors of the 1/6 comic book series, Gan Golan and Alan Jenkins!

    ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!

    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

    Advertise on Fake The Nation via gumball.fm

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    53 min

About Fake the Nation

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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…

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