Hasan Minhaj Doesn't Know
Two-time Peabody Award–winning comedian Hasan Minhaj talks with politicians, public figures, and experts from finance to psychology to astrophysics. In a media culture dominated by certainty, Hasan leads with curiosity, doubt, and a commitment to keep his guests laughing no matter how dark the subject matter. The result is that no matter the personality or topic, we all learn something we didn’t know.
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White Jesus: What's up with that? - with Father James Martin
Hasan sits down with American priest, Father James Martin, to discuss his new memoir "Work in Progress", the new right wing idea of 'toxic empathy', and making Catholicism accessible to a general audience. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to https://groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount.Right
Why “Kill The Bad Guys” Never Works - with MS NOW’s Ayman Mohyeldin
Hasan sits down with journalist, Ayman Mohyeldin, to discuss how American media tries to make sense of the Middle East, the “Just Kill the Bad Guys” narrative, and why coverage of the Israeli Palestinian conflict has often been lopsided. Ayman Mohyeldin is the co-anchor of MS NOW’s “The Weekend: Primetime,” Saturdays and Sundays from 6 to 9 p.m. ET.Let's cut through the noise together. Go to https
Is “Longevity” a Grift? - with Dr. Sanjay Gupta
Hasan sits down with neurosurgeon, Sanjay Gupta, to discuss whether longevity is a grift, how to increase your life span, and whether there’s such a thing as getting too old. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to https://groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount.Meet Amazon Health AI by going to ht
Is Nuking Iran an “Illegal Order?” - with Sen. Mark Kelly
Hasan sits down with Senator Mark Kelly to discuss his PSA to soldiers, how Europeans are reacting to Trump’s latest moves, and, most importantly, how to go number two in space. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to https://groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount.🌏 Get exclusive NordVPN deal here
How Trump 2.0 is Radicalizing Resistance Moms - with Jennifer Welch
Hasan sits down with podcaster, Jennifer Welch, to talk about her podcast “I’ve Had It”, her viral confrontation with Cory Booker, and how to turn more Americans to the left.Let's cut through the noise together. Go to https://groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount.Bugs hate to see you coming with Pest
Ramy Youssef is Your Elmo-Approved Muslim
Hasan sits down with comedian, Ramy Youssef, to discuss his new HBO special “In Love,” his recent trips to Mecca and the Vatican, and Hasan’s past (?) crush on Lola Bunny.Head to www.squarespace.com/HASAN for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use CODE: HASAN to save 10% off yourfirst purchase of a website or domain.Meet Amazon Health AI by going to https://health.amazon.com/health-aiR
Getting SPICY with Mehdi Hasan
Hasan sits down with journalist, Mehdi Hasan, to give you ALL THE SPICE you demanded: Islamophobia, Pete Hegseth, the attack on Iran, and war crimes.Let's cut through the noise together. Go to https://groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount.Meet Amazon Health AI by going to https://health.amazon.com/he
Fighting The Crypto Cult with Ben McKenzie
Hasan sits down with former teen heart throb and current cypto skeptic, Ben McKenzie, to talk about his new documentary “Everyone is Lying To You For Money”, how the main use case for crypto is still basically a crime, and to roast our fellow celebrities who endorsed it.You can try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/hasan.Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan MinhajCo-Creator & Exe
Oz the Mentalist Breaks Hasan’s Brain
Hasan sits down with mentalist Oz Pearlman to discuss hosting the White House Correspondent's Dinner, the secret behind David Copperfield's greatest trick, and, of course, reading Hasan's mind. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to https://groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount.Bugs hate to see
How Ben & Jerry’s Was Silenced on Gaza - with Ben Cohen
Hasan sits down with activist and half of Ben & Jerry’s, Ben Cohen, to discuss his #FreeBenandJerrys campaign against the Magnum Ice Cream Company, hating on the military industrial complex, and his arrest for protesting Gaza at a Senate hearing.Let's cut through the noise together. Go to https://groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down
A Deeply Unserious Britain-America Summit with Riz Ahmed
Hasan sits down with actor and musician, Riz Ahmed, to talk about his new Amazon show, BAIT, the difference between American MAGA and British MAGA, and his signature quiet intensity.
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Is Another 1929 Crash Coming? with CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin
Hasan sits down with author and journalist, Andrew Ross Sorkin, to discuss his new book 1929, the impact of AI on the job market, and when we could expect the next big stock market crash.
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Deep Dive: Why MAGA 2.0 Hates Legal Immigration Too
Hasan breaks down the debate over H1B visas inside the Republican Party, how Gen Z conservatives are reframing the conversation around legal immigration, and what “merit” actually means.
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Best of HMDK: Financial Literacy for Dummies (Like Me) with JL Collins
HMDK is on Spring Break this week, so we’re re-airing one of our favorite episodes featuring JL Collins! In this episode, Hasan sits down with personal finance guru JL Collins to talk about his book “The Simple Path To Wealth,” why so many people are bad with money, and how to ignore all those overconfident posers in your Instagram reels (other than Hasan).
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Neil deGrasse Tyson is Not Impressed With Your Alien Photos
Hasan sits down again with astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson, to chat through everything from UFOs, horoscopes, and his new book, "Just Visiting This Planet- Further Scientific Adventures of Merlin from Omniscia"
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I Begged Alex Honnold to Stop Climbing
Hasan sits down with professional climber, Alex Honnold, to talk about what he’s actually afraid of, his most recent climb of Taipei 101, and, most importantly, how to upgrade his red carpet poses.
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Why Are Tech Bros Obsessed with Stoicism? with Ryan Holiday
Hasan sits down with stoicism expert Ryan Holiday to discuss his new book, Wisdom Takes Work, why men are drawn to Stoicism, and if it’s possible to change your parents (it’s not).
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Why Kal Penn is Disillusioned with Democrats
Hasan sits down with actor, Kal Penn, to talk about his new podcast, HERE WE GO AGAIN, his disillusionment with the Democrats, and what Zohran Mamdani fans need to do to help him now that he's in office.
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We Could All Get Nuked Tomorrow (Here's Why) with Annie Jacobsen
Hasan sits down with journalist and author, Annie Jacobsen, to talk about her book NUCLEAR WAR: A SCENARIO, what the aftermath of nuclear war would look like, and why "Is It Cake" is essential viewing.
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Will AI Ruin Music? with Wyclef Jean
Hasan sits down with music legend Wyclef Jean to talk about AI's impact on music, the wildest moments of Haitian history, and the 30th anniversary of the Fugees' iconic album, The Score
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Why Donald Trump Has a Personal File on Hasan - with ABC's Jonathan Karl
Hasan sits down with ABC's Jonathan Karl to review Trump's year in office, discuss his latest book RETRIBUTION, and reveal the conversation he had in the Oval Office with Trump about Hasan.
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How ICE Uses Pain as Propaganda - with MSNOW’s Jacob Soboroff
Hasan sits down with MS NOW Senior Correspondent Jacob Soboroff to talk about his new book on the LA fires, how the Trump Administration is terrorizing immigrant communities, and to share their experience growing up as Cali kids.
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My (Gentle) Roast of Deepak Chopra
Hasan sits down with author and speaker, Deepak Chopra, to chat about his AI chatbot, why he left Transcendental Meditation, and his friendship with Michael Jackson.
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Best of Season 2: Hasan's Most Unhinged Moments
From quizzing Neil DeGrasse Tyson to interrupting Ken Burns—and even getting Dr. Becky to wrestle Hasan’s iPad away from him—we’re revisiting the wildest, cringiest, and most unhinged moments of Hasan Minhaj Doesn’t Know Season 2.
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Introducing: Alive with Steve Burns
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Alive with Steve Burns continues the conversation you began all those years ago. Back then it was letters and numbers and graham crackers. Now it’s death, sex, taxes, and all the big, messy questions of being alive. Why does money stress us out? Is the American dream dead? What’
A Deeply Unserious India-Pakistan Summit with Kumail Nanjiani
Hasan sits down with actor and comedian, Kumail Nanjiani, to talk about his new special, NIGHT THOUGHTS, speaking Urdu, and their different takes on pets and therapy.
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I Made Malcolm Gladwell Cry
Hasan sits down with author, Malcolm Gladwell, to discuss the new season of his podcast REVISIONIST HISTORY and the profound impact it had on him, why his books have such wide appeal, and his take on working from home.
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Senator Alex Padilla: How Democrats Can Win in 2026
Hasan sits down with California Senator Alex Padilla to discuss his frustration with his Senate colleagues during the government shutdown, criticisms of how Democrats approach immigration, and his run in with Kristi Noem's goons.
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Malala and Hasan Squash Their Beef
Hasan sits down with Nobel Peace Prize winner, Malala Yousafzai, to discuss her new memoir FINDING MY WAY, the importance of astrology within female friendships, and to finally squash their beef.
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Why Your Dad Loves Ken Burns
Hasan sits down with docu-legend Ken Burns to discuss his new film on the American Revolution, why all of our dads love him so much, and to try his best to get a word in.
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The ACLU's War With Trump - with Anthony Romero
Hasan sits down with ACLU Executive Director Anthony Romero to chat through why it’s important to represent the NRA, what it’s like going toe to toe with the Supreme Court, and whether or not he misses George W. Bush.
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Why the Stock Market Hasn’t Crashed Yet - with Paul Krugman
Hasan sits down with Nobel-winning economist, former New York Times columnist and current Substacker Paul Krugman to talk about of the economic chaos Trump is unleashing, why the stock market doesn’t seem to hate it, and to get his thoughts on crypto (he’s not a fan).
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How to Cover a Sh*tposting White House with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins
Hasan sits down with CNN’s Chief White House Correspondent Kaitlan Collins to talk about sharing a workspace with OAN, whether Zoom is destroying journalism, and to ask her when CNN will be hiring George Santos as an analyst.
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Prince Harry Wants Big Tech to Stop Hacking Our Kids’ Brains
Hasan talks to Prince Harry about how he’s settling into life in America, the danger of repeating the same mistakes with A.I. that we made with social media, and what a guy has to do around here to get knighted.
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Is The Constitution Cooked? with Jill Lepore
Hasan sits down with Harvard history and law professor Jill Lepore to discuss her new book “We The People: A History of the U.S. Constitution” to talk about technocracy, A.I. president and the 1939 Madison Square Garden Nazi Rally.
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Mel Robbins Literally Loves You
Hasan sits down with Oprah-coronated self-help guru Mel Robbins to talk about her #1 New York Times Bestseller “Let Them,” how he supposedly can’t change his parents, and Mel’s supposed love of EVERYONE. Does that include Satan? You’re about to find out.
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Is Hasan Smarter than a 13-Year-Old Math Genius? (No)
Hasan sits down with 13-year-old NYU sophomore Suborno Isaac Bari to talk about math, science, his internet fame, and maybe the greatest scientific mystery of Hasan’s generation - Najme’s tendency to purchase WAY too many pomegranates.
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Is America Heading Towards Civil War? with Ilhan Omar
Hasan sits down with Congresswoman Ilhan Omar to talk about her scraps - both physical and political - and the time she literally crawled through barbed wire to watch a Bollywood movie (such a Bollywood move). Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount. Use ZipR
How India’s Biggest Comic Reps His Home Country
Hasan sits down with India’s biggest comic, Vir Das, to talk about nazar (“the evil eye”), Shah Rukh Khan, and his new special, Vir Das: Fool Volume, now streaming on Netflix. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount. Use code hasan at incogni.com/hasan to get
Will AI Take My Job? with Karen Hao
Hasan sits down with reporter Karen Hao on her new book Empire of AI on how AI companies are taking over the world, what can be done about it, and when they might start bombing brown countries. 🌏 Get exclusive NordVPN deal here ➵ https://NordVPN.com/hasanminhaj It’s risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!✌ Use ZipRecruiter, and save time hiring! Go to ziprecruiter.com/HASAN right now t
Inside the Destruction of USAID with Dr. Atul Gawande
Hasan sits down with the former USAID Head of Global Health to talk about the destruction of USAID, the misinformation that helped fuel it, and how it became a template for a wider war on academia and science. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount. Find exa
Fine, We'll Talk About Epstein - with Rep. Ro Khanna
Hasan sits down with the unofficial ambassador of Silicon Valley, Congressman Ro Khanna, to talk about what it means to be a “progressive capitalist,” his text chains with Elon Musk and Steve Bannon, and yes (sigh), we will talk about Epstein. This episode is brought to you by ZipRecruiter. See why 4 out of 5 employers who post on ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Just go
The Hasan Summit with Hasan Piker
Two of the internet’s favorite Hasans finally sit down to dive deep on progressive politics, the NYC mayoral election and what it’s like to be in constant conversation with the internet. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my discount. The best way to cook just got b
Is Texas Still a Democracy? with Beto O’Rourke
Hasan sits down with former senate/gubernatorial/presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke to talk about the southern border, voting rights, guns, and to sing BOTH of Texas’ state anthems. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol dot com and enter the promo code HASAN.
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My Therapy Session with Dr. Gabor Maté
Hasan sits down for a one-hour interview/therapy session with best-selling author and renowned expert on trauma and addiction Dr. Gabor Maté.
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America's Best Palestinian Comic - Mo Amer
Hasan sits down with Palestinian-American comic Mo Amer to talk about his incredible life story. Mo season 2 is now streaming on Netflix! Sign up for Ground News at: https://www.groundnews.com/hasan. Subscribing through Hasan's unique link will get you 40% off the vantage plan, which breaks down to just $5 a month.
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Wu Tang Clan: The Avengers of Hip Hop - with Method Man
Hasan sits down with hip hop legend Method Man to talk about getting older in a youth-focused genre, what really happened at the 1995 Source Awards, and his new career as an actor. Look for the blue box at retailers everywhere or shop jlab.com and use code HASAN for 15% off your order today.
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Why AI is Overrated - with Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Hasan sits down with Dr. Neil DeGrasse Tyson to talk about the power of scientific literacy, the Trump administration’s attack on scientific institutions, and the future of AI. 🌏 Get exclusive NordVPN deal here ➵ https://NordVPN.com/hasanminhaj It’s risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!✌ Sign up for Ground News at: https://www.groundnews.com/hasan. Subscribing through Hasan's unique
Is Political Violence Becoming Normal? with Arizona AG Kris Mayes
Hasan sits down with Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes to learn more about why she changed teams from the Republicans to the Democrats, what she thinks about the growing threats of violence towards politicians, and what her answer is to the central question behind every immigration debate: how many do we let in?
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How Trump is Abusing the Military - with Senator Tammy Duckworth
Hasan sits down with U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth to talk about her least favorite draft dodger, how she maintains her respect for the military even when it's run by complete dumbasses, and whether soldiers should follow orders to shoot protestors. Spoiler alert: no.
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Introducing: Pantsuit Politics
We’re excited to share a show we love: Pantsuit Politics. Hosted by Kentuckians Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, Pantsuit Politics offers a refreshing, thoughtful take on news and culture. It’s all about paying attention to what’s happening in the world—without the anxiety.
This week, Sarah and Beth discuss the news of the weekend, the heartbreaking flooding in Texas, the FBI's admission t
When Will Democrats Get Mad? - with Rep. Jasmine Crockett
Hasan sits down with Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett to talk about why her message is resonating with so many Americans, to discuss some practical advice for protestors, and to ask her about the Trump administration's legal strategy, which amounts to "F--k you, make me." This episode is brought to you by ZipRecruiter. Try ZipRecruiter for free at https://www.ziprecruiter.com/hasan. Sign up for Grou
Is New Jersey Going MAGA? - with Governor Phil Murphy
Hasan sits down with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy to talk about his state’s red shift, his fight against congestion pricing, and something a little less controversial… immigration. Use code hasan at https://incogni.com/hasan to get an exclusive 60% off.
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Why We Can’t Focus - with MSNBC’s Chris Hayes
Hasan sits down with MSNBC's Chris Hayes to talk about his new book - "The Siren's Call: How Attention Became The World's Most Endangered Resource" - and why our rectangles of sadness are so irresistible while making us feel so shitty. Sign up for Ground News at: groundnews.com/hasan
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Why War Doesn’t Work - with General Stanley McChrystal
Hasan sits down with 4-star General Stanley McChrystal to discuss how close we are to WW3, his new book “On Character,” and whether The Onion got it more right than the U.S. military. Sign up for Ground News at: https://ground.news/
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Financial Literacy for Dummies (Like Me) with JL Collins
Hasan sits down with personal finance guru JL Collins to talk about his book “The Simple Path To Wealth,” why so many people are bad with money, and how to ignore all those overconfident posers in your Instagram reels (other than Hasan).
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Rahm Emanuel on How to Divide Republicans
Hasan sits down with Ambassador Rahm Emanuel to talk about where the Democrats need to go, whether he’s the guy to take them there, and to ask if he actually helped created AOC.
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Why are Women Obsessed with Murder? with Crime Junkie Ashley Flowers
Hasan sits down with true crime media mogul Ashley Flowers to discuss why women are so obsessed with true crime, whether she’d prefer to be stuck in a forest with a bear or a man, and her new novel, “The Missing Half.”
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Cynthia Nixon Hasn’t Forgiven Andrew Cuomo
Hasan sits down with legendary actor and former candidate for New York governor Cynthia Nixon to talk about her old nemesis Andrew Cuomo, and her two hit HBO shows: And Just Like That and The Gilded Age.
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Dads, Death & Popes with Mike Birbiglia
Hasan sits down with his friend and fellow standup Mike Birbiglia to talk about dads, death and popes.
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Why Roy Wood Jr. Always Says Yes
Hasan sits down with his friend and old Daily Show co-correspondent Roy Wood Jr. to talk about his latest Hulu special "Lonely Flowers," his early days as a prank caller, and why he says yes to everything. Roy's new book “The Man of Many Fathers" is now available for presale: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/771168/the-man-of-many-fathers-by-roy-wood-jr/
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How The Trump Admin Could Spy on You with Ronan Farrow
Hasan sits down with Pulitzer-winning journalist Ronan Farrow to talk about his HBO documentary on spyware tech, his new podcast “Not a Very Good Murderer,” and to exchange hair care tips with a fellow hair bro.
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Why Ezra Klein is So F***ing Angry (with Democrats)
Hasan sits down with superstar political podcaster Ezra Klein to talk about why he’s so angry, what Democrats need to change, and his new book “Abundance.”
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The Republican Road to Hell with Tim Miller
Hasan sits down with former Republican political consultant and current Never Trumper Tim Miller to talk about MAGA’s origin story, Sarah Palin, and why Republican politicians have such a humiliation kink.
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A Very Watchable, Very Viral Interview with Mehdi Hasan
Hasan goes head to head with Mehdi Hasan and asks HIM the tough questions for once, like: Why did he really leave MSNBC? Why is he so addicted to clout? And most importantly… did he order the code red?
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Is Making Kids Famous Child Abuse? with Avan Jogia
Hasan sits down with Avan Jogia to talk about fame, nostalgia, and the pitfalls of kids TV, all part of his new book: “Autopsy of an Ex-Teen Heartthrob.”
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How to Cook an Egg and/or Save The World with Chef Jose Andres
Hasan sits down with Chef Jose Andres to talk about World Central Kitchen, his new book Changing The Recipe, and a question he’s struggled with as a husband, a father, and just as a human being: How do you cook an egg?
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Rainn Wilson Announces His New Cult
Hasan talks to legendary TV weirdo Rainn Wilson about spirituality, ambition, and atheists. Featuring the WORLD PREMIERE of his lyrics to The Office theme song.
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan MinhajCo-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth VenkataramanujamExecutive Producer/Director/Editor: Tyler BabinExecutive Producer/Showrunner: Scott VroomanCinematographer: Austin MoralesProducer: K
Dumbasses For The Culture with the cast of Deli Boys
Hasan sits down with 3 friends - Poorna Jagannathan, Asif Ali, and Saagar Shaikh - to talk about their new Hulu show Deli Boys, iconic moments in Brown Cinema, and what it was like to face off against one of the most intimidating villains in television history: Tan France.
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam
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John Leguizamo Killed a Lot of Acting Teachers
Hasan sits down with one of his creative heroes, John Leguizamo, to talk about his amazing career, what a psycho Christopher Columbus was, and his new film, Bob Trevino Likes It.
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam
Executive Producer/Director: Tyler Babin
Executive Producer/Showrunner: Scott Vrooman
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Am I a Bad Dad? with Dr. Becky
Hasan sits down with parenting expert Dr. Becky to talk about the challenges of modern parenting, how to be “sturdy,” and the biggest question we’re all wondering: Is Hasan a sh*tty dad?
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam
Executive Producer/Director/Editor: Tyler Babin
Executive Producer/Showrunner: Scott Vrooman
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Michelle Buteau Can’t Believe She Put on Lashes for This
Hasan sits down with is work/screen wife, Michelle Buteau, to talk about her journey, the difference between being bitter and being petty, and to take her down a subreddit rabbit hole that went to a very, very dark place (someone’s butthole).
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam
Executive Producer/Director/Editor: Tyler Bab
Halle Berry is Your New Sex Ed Teacher
Hasan sits down with screen legend Halle Berry to learn more about why she’s making menopause her passion, and to fill in some of his own knowledge gaps on it. There were a lot of gaps. It was pretty much all gaps.
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam
Executive Producer/Director/Editor: Tyler Babin
Executive Producer/Showr
What's Wrong With The Democrats? with Senator Chris Murphy
Hasan sits down with his home state’s senator, Chris Murphy, to talk about why Democrats keep fumbling the ball, whether America is becoming an oligarchy (or already was one), and how broad Democrats should make their tent: All Lives Matter broad? Or like… R.Kelly broad?
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Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam
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Why Didn’t Pod Save America? with Jon Favreau
Hasan sits down with Pod Save America co-founder Jon Favreau to talk about podcasting’s influence on politics, The Resistance on life-support, and the question on everyone’s mind who owns a Crooked Media™ “Mother Earth is a MILF” bucket hat… Why didn’t Pod Save America?
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Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam
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Dean of the Columbia School of Journalism, Jelani Cobb
Hasan sits down with New Yorker writer and Dean of the Columbia School of Journalism, Jelani Cobb, to talk about the TikTokification of news, the Hot Take Industrial Complex, and maybe the biggest threat to our youth today: Sesame Street.
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Best of Season 1: Hasan Minhaj Doesn't Know
To celebrate the end of our first season of HMDK, we put together some of our favorite moments. Enjoy the highlights, and watch out for season #2 coming soon!
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Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam
Executive Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor: Tyler Babin
Executive Producer/Showrunner: Scott Vrooman
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Wicked Director Jon M. Chu Is Gonna Be Popular
Hasan talks to Wicked director Jon M. Chu about how Big Tech is eating Hollywood, his time as a YouTuber, and takes a moment to give him his flowers… literally.
Buy Jon’s memoir Viewfinder: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/695830/viewfinder-by-jon-m-chu-and-jeremy-mccarter/
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America’s Zaddy: Fareed Zakaria
Hasan talks to CNN host Fareed Zakaria about his role in the media, America’s role in the world, and completely forgets to mention his new book, “Age of Revolutions.” But it’s great, you should check it out.
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London Mayor Sadiq Khan on Moving The Middle
Hasan sat down with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan to talk about why you should visit London, why you shouldn’t visit Southport (if you’re Muslim), and to tackle perhaps the most important question in the world today: What exactly is a Piers Morgan?
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj
Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam
Executive Producer/Director: Tyler Babin
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