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Fake the Nation

Negin Farsad

Booking Overview

A weekly comedy and current-events show focused on politics, culture, and social absurdity, typically featuring multiple external comedians, journalists, writers, and politically engaged podcasters in conversational group episodes. PR agencies could credibly pitch comedians, journalists, cultural commentators, political analysts, and writers with sharp perspectives on American life and current affairs; booking difficulty is medium because the show favors recognizable, media-savvy personalities and host-network connections.

Metrics

Episodes: 427

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 60.1k subscribers

Instagram: 18.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

support@headgum.com

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Host

Negin Farsad - Iranian American comedian and podcast host known for comedy focused on politics, culture, and American life.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Professional comedians, journalists, comedy writers, podcasters, union organizers, and politically or culturally engaged commentators with strong conversational skills and an informed perspective on current events or American culture.
Required Achievements:  
Comedy specials or albums, Published journalism or established writing credits, Regular podcasting or media appearances, Professional work in politics, labor, or cultural commentary

Recent Guest Discussions

Rob Kutner - Sudden Wealth, Politics, Hassan Piker, And Artificial Intelligence

Nato Green - Sudden Wealth, Politics, Hassan Piker, And Artificial Intelligence

Andrew Heaton - Alcohol Mini Bottles, Loneliness Influencers, And The Midterm Electoral Landscape

Andrew Ti - Alcohol Mini Bottles, Loneliness Influencers, And The Midterm Electoral Landscape

Ophira Eisenberg - Dinner-party Etiquette, Virginity, Health, And The Future Of Work

Recent Topics

Politics, Political Comedy, Current Events, Social Issues, American Culture

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Fake the Nation
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536. Let Them Eat Nukes (w/Ramzi Fawaz and Jason Dove Mark)

October 08, 2026

On this week's episode, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by Professor of English Lit/podcaster Ramzi Fawaz and environmental journalist/author Jason Dove Mark. First, they get right into the national debate over whether or not you should bring an iced coffee to a job interview. They also look at the midterms and ask the very salient question, what is the GOP running on?? They look at the Cornell rape case and its broader implications. Finally, they ask if AI is making students' brains...

535. Rage Buffer (w/Sally Kohn and Jason Salmon )

October 01, 2026

This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Jason Salmon and communications strategist/author Sally Kohn. Together, they talk about the new Happiest States Report and the wide world of political shenanigans like the illegal Trump ad paid for by the US government, the brutal reality of detentions centers, and how the GOP is spending midterm money in deep red states. But don’t worry, at the end, they talk about lesbian bar drama because… it says something ...

534. Giving Fascism (w/Joey Clift and Mary Houlihan)

September 24, 2026

Today on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/writer Joey Clift and comedian/podcaster Mary Houlihan! They talk about the new drone delivery service buzzing through one Texas town - turns out it's loud. They also talk about White House press bans, arches, and the GOP war chest. They also flirt with JD Vance's new proposal to send checks to stay at home parents. There's a lot to sink your teeth into!  Follow everyone!Joey Clift: @joeycliiiiiift & ...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Fake the Nation
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How do I get in touch with Fake the Nation?

Fake the Nation is hosted by Negin Farsad. Its publicly listed email is support@headgum.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Fake the Nation?

The publicly listed email for Fake the Nation: support@headgum.com.

How many listeners does Fake the Nation have?

Podseeker estimates Fake the Nation reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Fake the Nation?

Fake the Nation typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional comedians, journalists, comedy writers, podcasters, union organizers, and politically or culturally engaged commentators with strong conversational skills and an informed perspective on current events or American culture. Common among recent guests: Comedy specials or albums; Published journalism or established writing credits; Regular podcasting or media appearances. Recent guests include Rob Kutner, Nato Green, and Andrew Heaton.

How hard is it to get booked on Fake the Nation?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Fake the Nation cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, Political Comedy, Current Events, Social Issues, and American Culture. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

support@headgum.com

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