Hasan speaks with Jon Favreau, co-founder of Pod Save America and former Obama speechwriter, about the intersection of podcasting and politics. They dissect the clickbait culture in political media and its implications. The discussion touches on the Democratic Party's struggle post-2016 and the impact of algorithms on public discourse. Favreau shares insights on navigating despair in turbulent political times and the vital role podcasts play in fostering engagement and authentic dialogue.

Jelani Cobb, the Dean of the Columbia School of Journalism and a staff writer for The New Yorker, dives into the shifting landscape of journalism influenced by social media. He examines how TikTok affects news consumption and public trust. The conversation also critiques educational shows like Sesame Street, questioning their impact on youth education. Cobb emphasizes the importance of real-life experiences in both journalism and learning, advocating for accountability and ethical standards in news reporting.

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! CREDITS: Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam Executive Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor: Tyler Babin Executive Producer/Showrunner: Scott Vrooman Producer: Kayla Feng Producer: Annie Fick Associate Producer: Jaimie Van Dyke Talent Coordinator: Tanya Somanader Talent Coordinator: Kori Schulman Director / Assistant Director / Camera Operator / Assistant Editor: Austin Morales Editor: Imran J. Khan Editor: N/V Moore Editor: Will Feinstein  Editor: Zach Silberberg Assistant Editor: Julian Doan Audio Engineer: Gunnar Nagle Audio Engineer: Jon Mendel Audio Engineer: Matt Mayer Audio Engineer: Erik Rasmussen Camera Operator: Robert Castillo Camera Operator: Timothy Musho Camera Operator: Brian Carey Camera Operator: Joshua Buhangin Camera Operator: Seth Feingersh Camera Operator: Riede Dervay Camera Operator: Briana Sista Camera Operator: Ammar Rowaid Executive Assistant: Samuel Piland Production Assistant: Jake Schwencke Production Assistant: Armand Grant

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. Try ZipRecruiter for free at https://www.ziprecruiter.com/hasan Buy Jon’s memoir Viewfinder: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/695830/viewfinder-by-jon-m-chu-and-jeremy-mccarter/ Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam Executive Producer/Director: Tyler Babin Executive Producer/Showrunner: Scott Vrooman Assistant Director: Austin Morales Producer: Kayla Feng Associate Producer: Annie Fick Associate Producer: Jaimie Van Dyke Talent Coordinator: Tanya Somanader Talent Coordinator: Kori Schulman Audio Engineer: Gunnar Nagle Camera Operator: Riede Dervay Executive Assistant: Samuel Piland Editor: Zach Silberberg

In this engaging conversation, CNN host Fareed Zakaria shares his insights on America's role in global politics and the media's impact on society. He humorously contrasts his Indian upbringing with American wealth while discussing the responsibilities of public figures. The dialogue touches on the complex relationship between immigrants and their host countries and reflects on America's foreign policy, especially regarding Bangladesh's independence. Fareed also brings light to social media's influence, identity, and a touch of humor around historical tariffs.

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? This episode is brought to you by Kolkata Chai. Head to kolkatachai.co/hasan to grab your first cup and two free gifts. Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam Executive Producer/Director: Tyler Babin Executive Producer/Showrunner: Scott Vrooman Cinematographer: Austin Morales Producer: Kayla Feng Producer: Annie Fick Associate Producer: Jaimie Van Dyke Talent Coordinator: Tanya Somanader Talent Coordinator: Kori Schulman Audio Engineer: Gunnar Nagle Camera Operator: Riede Dervay Camera Operator: Briana Sista Camera Operator: Ammar Rowaid Executive Assistant: Samuel Piland Editors: N/V Moore & Will Feinstein Production Assistant: Jake Schwencke

Hasan talks with Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg about high-speed rail porn, Space X, and why a mile of subway costs ten times more than a Marvel movie. Save 50% on your system, plus a free indoor security camera and your first month is free when you sign up for Core Monitoring. Visit https://SimpliSafe.com/HASAN to customize yours! Try SimpliSafe risk-free. If you don’t love it, return it for a full refund within 60 days. Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam Executive Producer/Director: Tyler Babin Executive Producer/Showrunner: Scott Vrooman Cinematographer: Austin Morales Producer: Kayla Feng Producer: Annie Fick Associate Producer: Jaimie Van Dyke Talent Coordinator: Tanya Somanader Talent Coordinator: Kori Schulman Audio Engineer: Gunnar Nagle Camera Operator: Riede Dervay Camera Operator: Briana Sista Camera Operator: Ammar Rowaid Executive Assistant: Samuel Piland Editor: Imran Khan Assistant Editor: Julian Doan

Hasan sits down with Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker to ask him why he spent the budget of a Pixar movie just to get a government job, and whether the only way to beat a bad guy with a billion dollars is a good guy with a billion dollars.

Lina Khan, the Federal Trade Commission Chair, is shaking up the status quo with her bold antitrust policies, particularly against big players like Amazon. Hasan dives into why she’s seen as Wall Street's nemesis and how she's tackling consumer frustrations over subscription cancellations. Their chat also touches on the challenges of public perception and the complexities of monopolies in the marketplace. With a dash of humor, they explore the notion that being 'boring' can mean being effective, revealing the hidden strengths behind her serious demeanor.

Hasan talks with America’s only sitting Black governor on “Progressive Patriotism,” how he became a Democrat with a Republican resume, and why we should replace the military with breakdancers.