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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 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

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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

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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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Recent Guests

Menelek Lumumba
Filmmaker and co-host of the A Building Podcast
A Building Podcast
Episode: 504. The Battle for Supermarket Supremacy (w/Menelek Lumumba and Chenjerai Kumanyika)
Chenjerai Kumanyika
Professor at NYU and host of the Unruly Subjects podcast
Unruly Subjects
Episode: 504. The Battle for Supermarket Supremacy (w/Menelek Lumumba and Chenjerai Kumanyika)
Justin Krabs
Political strategist and author
Episode: 503. Dividing Up the Chores Bonus (w/Jordan Carlos)
Jena Friedman
Comedian, podcaster, and the creator of the podcast The Epstein Files Book Club
Episode: 503. The Germans Have a Word For That (w/Jena Friedman and Star Stone)
Star Stone
Performer and creator of Clit, a musical comedy based on her experience with a sex cult
Episode: 503. The Germans Have a Word For That (w/Jena Friedman and Star Stone)
Ramzi Fawaz
Professor of English at the University of Wisconsin Madison and host of the podcast Nerd from the Future
University of Wisconsin Madison
Episode: 502. Release the Cringe! (w/Ramzi Fawaz and Jenny Zigrino)
Jenny Zigrino
Comedian of great repute touring her one-woman show, After Birth.
Episode: 502. Release the Cringe! (w/Ramzi Fawaz and Jenny Zigrino)
JR Havlan
TV writer and producer.
Episode: 501. AI & The Right to be Awkward (w/JR Havlan and Chandler Dean)
Chandler Dean
Host of Abolish Everything on Nebula Streaming Network.
Nebula
Episode: 501. AI & The Right to be Awkward (w/JR Havlan and Chandler Dean)

Host

Negin Farsad
Negin Farsad is a comedian and podcast host known for her sharp wit and humorous commentary on current events and societal issues.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Excellent podcast

    [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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I'm from Pennsylvania
    United States5 months ago
  • You make my day better

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gardengayy
    United States6 months ago
  • Fantastic!

    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!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    love theoffice
    United States6 months ago
  • Greg Proops saved Nov 2024 episode &7/23/20 episode on cancel culture didn’t B Weiss’s hypocrisy

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    berni2012
    United Statesa year ago
  • Who is the editor and/or producer????

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    J Gray
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its clever and humorous take on current events, often noting the blend of comedy and intellectual commentary.
Many appreciate the engaging discussions and the diverse range of guests featured, particularly those with expertise in relevant cultural and political matters.

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503. Dividing Up the Chores Bonus (w/Jordan Carlos)
Q: What was the genesis of your book?
The book explores the importance of partnership in managing household duties and how cleaning up after oneself can ease the burden on a spouse.
499. Improv Classes for MAGA? (w/Sean Malin and Sydney Kane)
Q: What qualities go into a show that is in the podcast pantheon?
It needs to be innocent of hate crimes and should be something everybody wants to consume. Hard work from creators is also a key factor for shows that make the list.
499. Armchair Analyzing ChatGPT Analysis Bonus (w/Nayeema Raza and Pete Dominick)
Q: What is your relationship with ChatGPT or any large language model?
While both speakers admit to using it minimally, they discuss how they integrate AI into their lives for various tasks.
497. The Predictions Bonus! (w/John Hodgman and Emily Flake)
Q: Does AI run more of your life in 2026 or not really?
Both Hodgman and Flake express strong opposition to AI's growing presence, questioning its usefulness and impact on creativity and jobs.
497. The Predictions Bonus! (w/John Hodgman and Emily Flake)
Q: Do Democrats win in 2026? We have a midterm election. What do you think?
Both speakers agree there will be mixed outcomes, with a shift towards more progressive candidates resonating with voters, but it will vary by district.

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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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