Hasan Minhaj Doesn't Know
186k Films
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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May 13, 2026 • 58min
How Trump 2.0 is Radicalizing Resistance Moms - with Jennifer Welch
Jennifer Welch, a podcaster and political commentator from Oklahoma who shifted from mainstream liberalism to a sharper progressive stance. She recounts viral confrontations with prominent politicians. Conversation covers Christian nationalism, how Gaza coverage and algorithms radicalized moderates, Democratic messaging failures, and which persuadable voters could be won with empathy.
May 6, 2026 • 1h
Ramy Youssef is Your Elmo-Approved Muslim
Ramy Youssef, comedian and creator of Rami known for his Emmy- and Golden Globe–recognized work, and his new HBO special In Love. He talks about trips to Mecca and the Vatican, Islam’s practices and tech-era relevance, marriage vulnerability and comic timing, AI images and surreal internet culture, plus hilarious personal stories like a childhood Lola Bunny confession.
31 snips
Apr 29, 2026 • 1h 2min
Getting SPICY with Mehdi Hasan
Mehdi Hasan, British-American journalist known for tackling media bias and foreign‑policy issues. He revisits his viral debate moment, calls out GOP Islamophobia and media cowardice, unpacks U.S. history with Iran and nuclear claims, debates war rhetoric and accountability, and discusses media consolidation, partisan double standards, and British political shifts.
Apr 22, 2026 • 52min
Fighting The Crypto Cult with Ben McKenzie
Ben McKenzie, actor turned investigative filmmaker exposing crypto fraud, discusses his documentary 'Everyone is Lying To You For Money'. He traces why crypto attracts believers and criminals. He calls out celebrity promoters, explains pyramid dynamics and crypto’s appeal for crime, and recounts interviewing key figures like Sam Bankman-Fried.
20 snips
Apr 15, 2026 • 50min
Oz the Mentalist Breaks Hasan’s Brain
Oz Pearlman, a professional mentalist and magician famed for TV and live shows, demonstrates mind-reading techniques and recalls preparing for the White House Correspondents' Dinner. He explains memory misdirection, performance craft, ethical mentalism, and does multiple live mind-reading demonstrations that astonish everyone.
21 snips
Apr 8, 2026 • 1h
How Ben & Jerry’s Was Silenced on Gaza - with Ben Cohen
Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's and lifelong activist, discusses the brand's values-driven origins and the controversy over stopping sales in the West Bank. He recounts Unilever's takeover, his arrest protesting Gaza, and the FreeBenandJerrys campaign. They also debate military spending, U.S. global posture, and grassroots strategies for change.
21 snips
Apr 1, 2026 • 55min
A Deeply Unserious Britain-America Summit with Riz Ahmed
Riz Ahmed, actor and musician known for award-winning roles and the Amazon series BAIT, joins to discuss representation, culture, and storytelling. They explore South Asian migration history, contrasts between UK and US right-wing movements, and how specificity and music shape Riz’s new show. Conversations touch on family, public persona, and making fresh brown archetypes.
38 snips
Mar 25, 2026 • 59min
Is Another 1929 Crash Coming? with CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin
Andrew Ross Sorkin, New York Times columnist and author of 1929, explores Wall Street history, crises, and regulation. He discusses whether a major market crash is coming, AI's near-term impact on jobs, market concentration in big tech, private credit as a hidden risk, and how FOMO, media, and celebrity shape risky financial behavior.
32 snips
Mar 18, 2026 • 29min
Deep Dive: Why MAGA 2.0 Hates Legal Immigration Too
A sharp breakdown of H-1B visas and who actually uses them. A look at how the program became a ladder to citizenship and how employers exploited loopholes. An inside view of the conservative split over legal immigration and why Gen Z conservatives have embraced hardline anti-H-1B views. A discussion of rising anti-Indian sentiment and how debates about “merit” mask deeper hierarchies.
27 snips
Mar 11, 2026 • 1h 1min
Best of HMDK: Financial Literacy for Dummies (Like Me) with JL Collins
JL Collins, personal finance author behind The Simple Path to Wealth, offers plainspoken guidance on money and investing. They cover simple rules like spending less, index-fund investing, and avoiding debt. Conversations touch on diversification vs. concentrated bets, why houses aren’t investments, and how to balance present joy with long-term freedom.
