Fake the Nation

Fake the Nation

By Headgum & Negin FarsadComedyNews
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Fake the Nation episodes

  • 427. It's All About Guns (w/ Alison Leiby & V Spehar)

    Today, we're discussing Donald Trump's campaign, dining alone, and the uptick in changing your locations on dating apps - and why? Breaking all of that down and more is V Spehar (host of Under the Desk News) and Alison Leiby (host of the podcast, Ruined).

    ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:

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    ——Host - Negin Farsad

    ——Producer - Andrew McGuire

    ——Theme Music - Gaby Alter

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    39 min
  • 426. Catless Cat Ladies (w/ Alex Berg & Adam Burke)

    Today, we're discussing the debate to end all debates, Taylor Swift's endorsement, and the idea of paying your children to read. This week we have returning guests of the podcast to break down all the things, Alex Berg and Adam Burke!

    ——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. 

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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

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    49 min
  • 425. Fall Anxiety (w/ Conscious Lee & Franchesca Ramsey and Josh Dean & Lilah Raptopoulos)

    We're taking a week off to recognize Labor Day, but fear not we have two excellent conversations to pair with the holiday! First up, we have Conscious Lee and Franchesca Ramsey back from last week to discuss how to deal with Fall Anxiety. And then, Josh Dean & Lilah Raptopoulos join to talk about a bizarre conundrum happening between a couple.

    ——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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    29 min
  • 424. The Gladwellian Costco Connector (w/ Conscious Lee & Franchesca Ramsey)

    Today, we're sharing our thoughts on the DNC and RFK. We'll ask "has Costco has hacked the American psyche?" and "should you get back together with an old flame?" And to discuss all of that and more are the hosts of the podcast, Black History, For Real, Conscious Lee & Franchesca Ramsey!

    ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:

    Last Bottle Wines - 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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    46 min
  • 423. Pivot by Lying (w/ Cristen Conger & Marcella Arguello)

    Today, we're talking about the GOP without Trump, the conventions, gun control, and how to defeat nosy questions. Joining to discuss all of those topics and more are past panelists, comedian Marcella Arguello and host of the Unladylike Podcast, Cristen Conger.

    ——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

    Advertise on Fake The Nation via gumball.fm

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    51 min
  • 422. Forrest Trump (w/ Danielle Durchslag & Leah Greenberg)

    Today, we're talking about the Trump world, Kamala's Nevada strategy, "rawdogging" flights, and finally we'll answer the age old question: "can you drug your spouse without ever telling them?" For today's panel, we have artist and filmmaker, Danielle Durchslag, and founder and co- executive director of Indivisible, Leah Greenberg!

    ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:

    Last Bottle Wines - Use this link or go to rocketmoney.com/fakethenation to stop paying hundreds of dollars on subscription scams. Start cancelling today!

    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.

    49 min
  • 421. Indian Don't Crack (w/ Gabe Dunn & Corey Ryan Forrester)

    Today, we're discussing dreamboat Tim Walz, we'll ask the question "should lonely old people make friends with robots?" and we'll dip our toes into the heinous things Trump has been saying. Joining today are fan favorite repeat guests of FTN, Gabe Dunn & Corey Ryan Forrester!

    ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors:

    Last Bottle Wines - 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.

    35 min
  • 420. Cutting Open Democracy (w/ Justin Krebs & Lane Moore)

    Today, we're discussing the celibacy trend that's sweeping the nation, a gum that makes your jawline snatched, Kamala and the childless cat ladies, and finally Biden and his designs on the Supreme Court. To discuss all of that are previous guests of the podcast, Justin Krebs and Lane Moore!

    ——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.

    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.

    46 min
  • 419. Stop Trying to Make Mitt Happen (w/ Jody Avirgan & John F. O'Donnell)

    Today, we're talking about Biden stepping down, Kamala stepping up, AND the Olympics! Joining to break all of that down and more are past guests of the podcast, Jody Avirgan & John F. O'Donnell.

    ——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.

    58 min
  • The Arc of Justice and/ or Comedy (w/ Chris Gethard & Corey Ryan Forrester)

    Today, we're gracing your podcast feed with a bonus episode recording from a hotel room while on the road! Joining to talk about all the things are comedians, Chris Gethard & Corey Ryan Forrester.

    ——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.

    28 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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