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Hasan Minhaj Doesn't Know

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Mar 12, 2025 • 33min

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).This episode is sponsored by Vanta. Visit vanta.com/hasan for $1000 off. Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan MinhajCo-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth VenkataramanujamExecutive Producer/Director/Editor: Tyler BabinExecutive Producer/Showrunner: Scott VroomanCinematographer: Austin MoralesProducer: Kayla FengTalent Coordinator: Tanya SomanaderAudio Engineer: Gunnar NagleCamera Operator: Riede DervayExecutive Assistant: Samuel Piland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 5, 2025 • 34min

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. This episode is brought to you by ZipRecruiter. Try ZipRecruiter for free at https://www.ziprecruiter.com/hasanVisit www.re-spin.com/health and use discount code HMDK165OFF for $150 off Respin memberships (valid for the first 75 sign ups)Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan MinhajCo-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth VenkataramanujamExecutive Producer/Director/Editor: Tyler BabinExecutive Producer/Showrunner: Scott VroomanCinematographer: Austin MoralesProducer: Kayla FengTalent Coordinator: Tanya SomanaderAudio Engineer: Gunnar NagleCamera Operator: Riede DervayExecutive Assistant: Samuel Piland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 19, 2025 • 32min

What's Wrong With The Democrats? with Senator Chris Murphy

Chris Murphy, Senator from Connecticut and advocate for economic populism, joins Hasan for a lively chat. They dissect why Democrats are stumbling politically and ponder if America has devolved into an oligarchy. The conversation covers the chaotic identity crisis within the Democratic Party and the necessity for meaningful reforms. With humor, they explore absurd political anecdotes, the illusion of market solutions, and the challenges of coalition-building, all while navigating the fine line between electoral success and moral integrity.
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Feb 5, 2025 • 40min

Why Didn’t Pod Save America? with Jon Favreau

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.
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Jan 22, 2025 • 34min

Dean of the Columbia School of Journalism, Jelani Cobb

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.
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Dec 30, 2024 • 55min

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! 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 12, 2024 • 39min

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. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 4, 2024 • 35min

America’s Zaddy: Fareed Zakaria

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.
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Nov 20, 2024 • 27min

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? 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 30, 2024 • 32min

Pete Buttigieg Wants to Make America Not Suck... Again?

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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