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False Positive

False Positive
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Kamala Harris
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Joe Biden
Democratic Party
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JD Vance
Zohran Mamdani
Los Angeles
Protests
New York City
Gerrymandering
Elon Musk
Immigration
Iran
2024 Presidential Election
Supreme Court
Gun Control

FALSE POSITIVE: This podcast, starring Dana Discordia, Dan Lobel, Gaye Lirot and producer Adam Hiniker is a politically incorrect weekly roundup of today's politics. Each of the 3 hosts brings a unique view of politics in the age of Trump.

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Jon Ossoff's scathing words, Mamdani makes the government work for you, KKKaroline Leavitt steps down, top 10 worst states to live in the US.

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Graham Platner had to go, RIP Ladybug and Vermont is a landlocked state.

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Donald Trump breaks the pool and loses war to Iran. Dan wants MLB players to shut up about rainbows and just play ball.

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Congresswoman Madeleine Dean is not a team player, NYC has Mamdani/Knicks fever and Dana doesn't know, that we know, that he knows, that we know.

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Jesse Wells
Guest on episode
Episode: 206 - Third Time's a Charm: Strictly Ballroom
Chris Bishop
Candidate for North Carolina State House
Chris for Cabarrus
Episode: 205 - Extra, Extra, Operation Epic Fury Deadline Extension Gets Two Week Extension!
Ed Harris
Actor, in-studio guest for a TV segment
Actor
Episode: 204 - Operation Epic Fury: the Wrath of John Barron
Zoran Mamdani
The first Muslim and youngest mayor of New York City, elected on a progressive platform focused on affordability.
Episode: 197 - Radical Muslim Socialist Destroys NYC With Sensible Ideas and Affordability
Chris Marte
Councilman from District 1 and friend of the pod
New York City
Episode: 194 - American Patriot: Charles Kirk
Zohran Mamdani
A young progressive candidate for New York City mayor, who focuses on affordable living and civil rights.
Candidate for Mayor of New York City
Episode: 189 - Zohran Muhammad Abdulah Hussein Mamdani For Mayor 2025
Blair Naylor
Friend of the pod and returning guest
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Episode: Episode 178 - False Positive's 2024 Razzle-Dazzle Year in Review Spectacular
Lisa Harmon
A stand-up comedian and political commentator
Episode: Episode 171 - John Baron: Enemy From Within
Mark Robinson
Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina
Republican Party
Episode: Episode 169 - Uptick for Harris; GOP's Black Nazi Problem

Hosts

Dana Discordia
Host of False Positive
Gaye Lirot
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Dan Lobel
Host of False Positive (panelist)
Adam Hiniker
Producer of False Positive

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • This is absolute trash

    This podcast is just a trump hating podcast… it’s hilarious how much energy these people give him.. name matches them.. FALSE positives

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    Isa14675
    United States2 years ago

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The humor and rapid-fire banter can be entertaining but may overshadow nuanced policy discussion at times.
This show often comes off as edgy and provocative, good for listeners who want blunt political takes.
Some episodes feel aggressively partisan and confrontational, which may polarize some audiences.
Listeners appreciate the candidness and willingness to challenge political figures and media narratives.

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206 - Third Time's a Charm: Strictly Ballroom
Q: What did you make of the Washington Hilton incident and how it played into midterm politics?
The hosts see it as a catalyst that robotically but theatrically shifts attention toward security, leadership, and stability, while amplifying partisan narratives about who's responsible for public safety and how it affects voter sentiment.
190 - Kristi Noem's Camp Mudslide, Brought to You by the US Department of Homeland Security
Q: What do you think will happen in the 2026 midterm elections?
There are indications of a potential Democratic wave in the upcoming elections, with various candidates gaining traction.
Episode 187 - The Big, Brutal, Billionaire Benefits Bill
Q: What do we do because we talk about that endlessly on this show?
Denny Salas emphasizes that the Democratic leadership needs to recognize where they have failed and apply effective solutions at both local and national levels.
Episode 184 - Vandalize Tesla, Bad…Firebomb Jewish Governor's Mansion, Good
Q: Why should the current administration be more proactive in facilitating Garcia's return?
They need to engage in foreign policy efforts and diplomacy to ensure his safety and proper return.
Episode 153 - Tumbletwat with Special Guest Liz Jackson
Q: What profession, other than your own, would you like to attempt?
I'd like to be a librarian in a really big library.

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A sharp, politically charged weekly roundup that blends humor with candid takes on current events, policy, and culture. Episodes center on ongoing U.S. politics, media narratives, and public figures, often challenging mainstream viewpoints with provocative humor. Notable about this show is its unabashed irreverence, rotating panel of hosts, and willingness to critique leadership and policy from a left-leaning perspective, making it a lively venue for guests with strong, distinct viewpoints or insider political insight.

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1. Jesse Wells
2. Chris Bishop
3. Ed Harris
4. Zoran Mamdani
5. Chris Marte
6. Zohran Mamdani
7. Blair Naylor
8. Lisa Harmon

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