Fake the Nation
Headgum & Negin FarsadHosted 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 | Weekly | Episodes | 420 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ComedyNews | |||
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When did you lose your virginity??? Because, apparently, the point at which you lost it is correlated with later-in-life health outcomes. On today's episode of Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedians Mehran Khagani and ... more
On today's Fake the Nation, host and comedian Negin Farsad is again joined by author and podcaster Manoush Zamarodi and podcaster Mila Atmos. Two-thirds of this panel doesn't really drive and yet, they try their darndest to explain our national obses... more
In an unexpected turn of events, comedian and host Negin Farsad decides to talk about BED BUGS and comedians Ophira Eisenberg and Mehran Khagani are surprisingly there for it. Plus! They do a little Mamdani in review - how has his first half year in ... more
Today, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by incredible journalist and creative director Alex Berg and wonderful comedian/podcaster Courtney Kocak. Together, they ask if looking fancy is lost forever and if casual is our new overlord. They wond... more
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- Love this show… bonus eps tho?
Usually adore this show… but… The first 8 mins of latest bonus eps was advertising for dubious products
Apple Podcasts5Moanaforthewin
Australia6 months ago - 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 Podcasts5I'm from Pennsylvania
United Statesa year 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 Podcasts5gardengayyUnited Statesa year 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 Podcasts5love theofficeUnited Statesa year 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 Podcasts2berni2012United States2 years ago
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A witty, politically aware show that blends current events with culture, humor, and sharp guests. Conversations span politics, media, technology, and society, often anchored by a comic host and roundtable panels. Listeners likely value thoughtful analysis delivered with levity and are drawn to candid takes, pop culture humor, and civic-minded discussions that aren't afraid to challenge conventional wisdom. A notable strength is the rotating cast of high-caliber comedians and experts who push provocative ideas while keeping the tone accessible and entertaining.
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Fake the Nation launched 10 years ago and published 420 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Fake the Nation include:
1. Mehran Khagani
2. Ophira Eisenberg
3. Courtney Kocak
4. Mila Atmos
5. Manoush Zomorodi
6. Joseph S. Moore
7. Mohanad Elshieky
8. Edy Modica
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