Actor and former White House staffer Kal Penn discusses his dual careers in Hollywood and Washington, sharing insights on navigating both worlds, breaking into television and politics, experiences of racism, and the importance of inclusivity. He reflects on unexpected political engagement, a crucial career error, self-advocacy, embracing diversity in entertainment, and lighthearted debates on giving back and honorary doctorates.

Zoya Akhtar, Director of 'The Archies,' discusses inclusive storytelling in her work and the potential for a Bollywood remake of 'Harold & Kumar.' Kal Penn covers Hunter Biden's indictment, controversial football coach remarks, funding disputes for Ukraine and Israel, and Target's gay-themed Nutcracker. The podcast also touches on heart health, the war on Christmas, tattoos, nuts, embracing identity, Bollywood paparazzi, and the importance of inclusivity in storytelling.

President Biden discusses his political heroes while giving Kal Penn a tour of the Oval Office and a rare look inside the president's private study. President Biden also discusses passing bipartisan legislation when the country is so divided, and how young people's advocacy can affect policy on climate, drilling, and human rights. Original Air Date: March 13, 2023See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To many, low youth turnout is not a problem, it's the goal. From moving voting booths to splitting congressional districts, politicians are doing all they can to lower voting numbers in young people. Kal Penn discusses why that is and what tactics politicians are taking in this edition of Long Story Short.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kal Penn discusses the news of the day including a seaweed blob approaching the Florida coast, the Pope's potential about-face on celibacy requirements for priests, and the Nebraska lawmaker who filibustered for three weeks to squash anti-trans bills. Chasten Buttigieg discusses the reason he created a young adult version of his bestselling memoir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.