
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, L... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 395 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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On this week’s episode, comedian and host, Negin Farsad suffered through the State of the Union address so you don’t have to! She is joined by filmmaker and cohost of The A Building Podcast, Menelek Lumumba and NYU professor and host of the podcast U... more
Comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by Fake the Nation-regular, comedian Jordan Carlos, to talk about his new book, Choreplay: The Marriage-Saving Magic of Getting Your Head Out of Your Ass. It’s a must read, especially for dudes who have their ... more
This week, comedian and Guru of Gab Negin Farsad is joined by comedian and host of the new podcast Epstein Files Book Club, Jena Friedman. She also welcomes to the panel, actor and solo show creator, Star Stone. Together, they tackle AI pets, they’re... more
This week, comedian and Head Chatterbox Negin Farsad is joined by Professor of English at University of Wisconsin Madison and host of the podcast Nerd from the Future, Ramzi Fawaz. She’s also joined by a comedian you’ve seen on HBO, Dropoout and wher... more
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[sept 18 2025 update - guests on new episode were terrible. First time I’ve ever had to turn off an episode. Haven’t we learned anything? Bad vibes… but will obviously be back next week for N!]
Been listening for a few years and Negin continues to knock it out of the park. News and laughs. Much needed.
I am going to resubscribe on Patreon! Thank you for making a show that, this week, was the only news-related podcast that didn’t leave me feeling anxious or depressed.
I love love love this podcast. Negin Farsad is so incredibly sharp - her insights and commentary about current events and politics are helpful to hear. Plus she’s so funny that she somehow makes it easier to cope with the crazy times we’re living in. I really look forward to each new episode. Thanks Negin!!
November 2024 episode:
Thank you Greg Proops for emphasizing that it is White people (including Whites who speak Spanish or Arabic) who chose Whiteness over economic issues. Thank you Greg for saying 92% of Black women voted for Harris / Walz (they & the 80% of Black men who voted for Harris are usually hurt more by inflation than Whites and they could still vote for the ticket that campaigned to help more people). By the way, Negin it’s more important to care for the targets of racism and sexis... more
Negin is an absolute delight and the show is great but I have on more than one occasion had to stop listening due to monstrous sound quality issues. Example: last weeks episode had Conscious Lee calling in with a horrible static that interrupted frequently. Please get a sound engineer to fix this or require all guests have a working microphone.
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Combining humor with insightful commentary, this podcast engages its audience with discussions centered on contemporary news, societal peculiarities, and cultural shifts. Each episode features a lively panel of comedians and experts who bring their sharp wit to highlight issues that resonate deeply in American society. Themes frequently touch on politics, social justice, and the absurdities of modern life, offering listeners both laughter and thought-provoking insights. It's renowned for its approachable yet critical exploration of complex topics, making it a refreshing source for those seeking both entertainment and intellectual engagement.
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Recent guests on Fake the Nation include:
1. Menelek Lumumba
2. Chenjerai Kumanyika
3. Justin Krabs
4. Jena Friedman
5. Star Stone
6. Ramzi Fawaz
7. Jenny Zigrino
8. JR Havlan
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