The Daily Show is known for blending comedy and political activism. Is there a memorable segment that you worked on in which you felt maybe for the first time the power of marrying comedy and politics? I think it's that perfect combination of silly and sincere. That's the perfect combo for me.
Lately, comedian Hasan Minhaj is taking a second look at his motives for performing. Hasan was initially drawn to comedy because it allowed him to hold people in power accountable. In shows like “Patriot Act" and "The Daily Show," he often took on controversial topics and challenged world leaders. But after some of his provocative commentary went viral, he realized his motives were less pure than he thought. In this conversation, Hasan reveals how that realization is making him reconsider his career altogether.
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