Best Why Am I Always Angry Podcasts (2025)

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Why Your Dad Loves Ken Burns 54:57

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Hasan sits down with docu-legend Ken Burns to discuss his new film on the American Revolution, why all of our dads love him so much, and to try his best to get a word in. Try Mill risk-free – and get $75 off with code HASAN at mill.com/hasan. Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at on.auraframes.com/HASAN. Promo Code HASAN. Shop everything you need for Tha…

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90: Are rightwing politics affecting my sex life? w/ Dr Annabel Sowemimo 1:13:25

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We’re in Manchester tonight (25 November) with Lanre Bakare, author of We Were There – final tickets available from Contact Theatre! Then EartH in East London on 16 December with Jordan Stephens – get tickets from Dice. This week Moya and Ash talk to Dr Annabel Sowemimo about STI stigma, period-tracking apps, being disconnected from our bodies, and…

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The Hidden Mask I Didn't Realise I Was Wearing 27:38

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Send us a text If you have ever felt like you are trying to get everything right on the surface, but deep down you know you are holding yourself back… this one is for you. In today’s episode, I am catching you up on everything that has been happening inside The Man Program - and inside my own personal growth. We are talking about patterns, masks, f…

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The ACLU's War With Trump - with Anthony Romero 46:36

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Hasan sits down with ACLU Executive Director Anthony Romero to chat through why it’s important to represent the NRA, what it’s like going toe to toe with the Supreme Court, and whether or not he misses George W. Bush. Right now, you can try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at ZipRecruiter.com/HASAN. Shop everything you need for Thanksgiving now at Whole Foods…

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89: Am I doomed to get more conservative as I get older? 52:30

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LAST CALL for our Manchester event on 25 November with Lanre Bakare, author of We Were There – get tickets from Contact Theatre! Then we’ll be at EartH in East London on 16 December with Jordan Stephens – tickets are selling fast on Dice. This week a mystery question leads Ash and Moya into conversation about whether their politics are changing as …

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Why the Stock Market Hasn’t Crashed Yet - with Paul Krugman 41:55

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Hasan sits down with Nobel-winning economist, former New York Times columnist and current Substacker Paul Krugman to talk about of the economic chaos Trump is unleashing, why the stock market doesn’t seem to hate it, and to get his thoughts on crypto (he’s not a fan). Try Mill risk-free – and get $75 off with code HASAN at mill.com/hasan. Shop ever…

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88: What are the ethics of oversharing? 1:06:53

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Come and see us live! We’re in Manchester on 25 November with Lanre Bakare, author of We Were There – get tickets from Contact Theatre. Then we’ll be at EartH in East London on 16 December with Jordan Stephens – actor, author and one half of Rizzle Kicks! Tickets are available from Dice. This week, after listening to the new album by Lily Allen – t…

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Live news! Come and see us at EartH in London on 16 December 1:06

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A special announcement: Moya and Ash will host a festive edition of If I Speak on 16th December. Joining us at EartH in East London will be special guest Jordan Stephens – actor, writer, one half of Rizzle Kicks and the author of a bestselling memoir, Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak and Dogs! Tickets are available now from Dice. Our north-west special…

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How to Cover a Sh*tposting White House with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins 55:09

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Hasan sits down with CNN’s Chief White House Correspondent Kaitlan Collins to talk about sharing a workspace with OAN, whether Zoom is destroying journalism, and to ask her when CNN will be hiring George Santos as an analyst. Shop everything you need for Thanksgiving now at Whole Foods Market 👉 Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind: outski…

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87: I’m losing interest in my fiancée. Should she make more effort? 1:10:19

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Come and see us live on 25th November in Manchester with special guest Lanre Bakare, author of We Were There! Tickets are available now from Contact Theatre. Inspired by a famous pop psychology quiz, Moya and Ash tackle a quiz about the culture that shaped them, from celebrity crushes to memorable quotes. Plus: advice for a young fiancé who’s losin…

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Prince Harry Wants Big Tech to Stop Hacking Our Kids’ Brains 49:57

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Hasan talks to Prince Harry about how he’s settling into life in America, the danger of repeating the same mistakes with A.I. that we made with social media, and what a guy has to do around here to get knighted. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which bre…

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86: Why do we lap up other people’s horror stories? 1:12:22

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We’re coming to Manchester! On 25th November we’ll be at Contact Theatre for a live show with special guest Lanre Bakare, author of We Were There. Tickets are available now from the Contact website! This week, Moya and Ash offer a thought for spooky season: why do love hearing other people’s horror stories? Plus: Moya spills on a dating disaster, a…

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Is The Constitution Cooked? with Jill Lepore 48:28

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Hasan sits down with Harvard history and law professor Jill Lepore to discuss her new book “We The People: A History of the U.S. Constitution” to talk about technocracy, A.I. president and the 1939 Madison Square Garden Nazi Rally. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Van…

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85: Has pop culture turned to slop? w/ Kemi Alemoru 1:08:44

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*Display your Special One status with our only piece of merch so far – a bag! Available from shop.novaramedia.com* Moya and Ash are joined by Kemi Alemoru, editorial director of Glamour UK, to analyse the current state of pop culture, from Taylor Swift to A24. Has pop turned to slop? Or is it on us to fix our algorithmic intake? Plus: advice on a w…

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Mel Robbins Literally Loves You 1:05:35

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Hasan sits down with Oprah-coronated self-help guru Mel Robbins to talk about her #1 New York Times Bestseller “Let Them,” how he supposedly can’t change his parents, and Mel’s supposed love of EVERYONE. Does that include Satan? You’re about to find out. 👉 Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind: https://link.outskill.com/HASANOC3 🔐 100% Dis…

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84: How to ace a first date (by two very different daters) 57:58

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*Flag your Special One status with a massive foldable Baggu bag, available from shop.novaramedia.com* Are you a stranger dater or a fan of the ‘indeterminate hang’? Moya and Ash explain their very different approaches to a first date. Plus: advice for an unhappy house-sharer. Send us your dilemmas: [email protected] Music by Matt Huxley.…

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Is Hasan Smarter than a 13-Year-Old Math Genius? (No) 51:30

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Hasan sits down with 13-year-old NYU sophomore Suborno Isaac Bari to talk about math, science, his internet fame, and maybe the greatest scientific mystery of Hasan’s generation - Najme’s tendency to purchase WAY too many pomegranates. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access…

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83: Is jealousy the spice of life? 1:05:03

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Is America Heading Towards Civil War? with Ilhan Omar 49:14

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Hasan sits down with Congresswoman Ilhan Omar to talk about her scraps - both physical and political - and the time she literally crawled through barbed wire to watch a Bollywood movie (such a Bollywood move). Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which break…

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82: Help! I can’t stop hating men 1:09:56

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*Join the Baggu believers: it’s a huge foldable bag just for Special Ones, available from shop.novaramedia.com* Moya wants to stop hating men and start building trust, which means a dialogue about all the things that make that difficult: objectification, racist over-sexualisation, degrading comments, and rape (TW: 27m; 40m). Send us your dilemmas: …

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81: Is it wrong to love my AI boyfriend? 45:35

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*We’ve got merch. Gift yourself the If I Speak x Baggu bag, only from shop.novaramedia.com* A mystery question from producer Chal prompts a conversation about secrets in romantic relationships – from watching porn to cheating with an AI boyfriend. Plus: advice for an autistic dater who’s been banned from Hinge. Send us your dilemmas: ifispeak@novar…

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How India’s Biggest Comic Reps His Home Country 44:54

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Hasan sits down with India’s biggest comic, Vir Das, to talk about nazar (“the evil eye”), Shah Rukh Khan, and his new special, Vir Das: Fool Volume, now streaming on Netflix. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month with my di…

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80: September is the real new year. Will your resolution stick this time? 1:02:43

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*Flag your Special One status with our official tote bag, only from shop.novaramedia.com* Moya has a simple proposition: September is the best month for fresh starts. But why do we always want a clean slate? Plus, a straight white man who’s trying to be good and getting flak for it anyway. Send us your dilemmas: [email protected] Music by Ma…

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Will AI Take My Job? with Karen Hao 52:08

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Hasan sits down with reporter Karen Hao on her new book Empire of AI on how AI companies are taking over the world, what can be done about it, and when they might start bombing brown countries. 🌏 Get exclusive NordVPN deal here ➵ https://NordVPN.com/hasanminhaj It’s risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!✌ Use ZipRecruiter, and save time…

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79: Help! I’ve moved back home and now my mum hates me 59:07

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*Check out the official If I Speak tote bag on shop.novaramedia.com* Moya and Ash tackle your dilemmas, featuring a middle-class mum who’s become distant and critical, an ex-boyfriend who’s blowing hot and cold, a looming holiday with an abuser, a single man wondering where all the single women are hiding, and a twenty-something struggling to build…

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Inside the Destruction of USAID with Dr. Atul Gawande 54:52

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Hasan sits down with the former USAID Head of Global Health to talk about the destruction of USAID, the misinformation that helped fuel it, and how it became a template for a wider war on academia and science. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which break…

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78: What does it take to feel safe? 1:10:36

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*Get the If I Speak Baggu bag from shop.novaramedia.com* A shocking real-life incident prompts a conversation about feeling safe, trusting your gut and the politics of public safety. Plus: advice on finding friendship after leaving a conservative religious community. TW: sexual assault (at 43m) Send us your dilemmas: [email protected] Music …

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Fine, We'll Talk About Epstein - with Rep. Ro Khanna 43:24

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Hasan sits down with the unofficial ambassador of Silicon Valley, Congressman Ro Khanna, to talk about what it means to be a “progressive capitalist,” his text chains with Elon Musk and Steve Bannon, and yes (sigh), we will talk about Epstein. This episode is brought to you by ZipRecruiter. See why 4 out of 5 employers who post on ZipRecruiter get …

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77: What’s the difference between a girl and a woman? 1:02:01

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*The If I Speak Baggu bag is ethically made, comes in two colours and is available from shop.novaramedia.com* What would it mean to be valued simply as a woman – not as a mother, wife, caregiver, girlypops or MILF? Ash and Moya talk about their animal natures and fear of motherhood in a chat spurred by last week’s interview with feminist critic Sop…

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Why Do I Still Feel Stuck (Even Though I Know What Happened)? 14:08

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You’ve done the work. You’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, even named the patterns — gaslighting, trauma bonding, narcissism. You understand what happened. So why do you still feel stuck? In this episode of AwakenHer, we explore the disconnect that so many trauma survivors experience between intellectual awareness and embodied healing. …

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The Hasan Summit with Hasan Piker 1:02:58

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Two of the internet’s favorite Hasans finally sit down to dive deep on progressive politics, the NYC mayoral election and what it’s like to be in constant conversation with the internet. Let's cut through the noise together. Go to groundnews.com/hasan to subscribe and get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage Plan, which breaks down to just $5/month…

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76: How porn went mainstream and changed everything w/ Sophie Gilbert 1:17:32

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*Support the show by copping the If I Speak Baggu bag – it’s ethically made, comes in two colours and is available from shop.novaramedia.com* Ash and Moya talk to Sophie Gilbert about the pornification of the ’90s and ’00s – an era when riot grrl gave way to girl power, the supermodel was replaced by the waif, and feminist solidarity battled agains…

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Is Texas Still a Democracy? with Beto O’Rourke 50:14

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Hasan sits down with former senate/gubernatorial/presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke to talk about the southern border, voting rights, guns, and to sing BOTH of Texas’ state anthems. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol dot com and enter the…

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75: The world needs more flirting. Here’s how 1:11:22

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*Support the show by copping the If I Speak Baggu bag – it’s ethically made, comes in two colours and is available from shop.novaramedia.com* Moya and Ash tackle a topic that turns up in the If I Speak mailbox every week: how can we get better at flirting IRL – and coping with rejection? Plus, how to process a failed friendship. Warning: Contains m…

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Protecting Your Peace or Pushing People Away? The Real Power of ‘The Let Them Theory’ 14:39

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In today’s episode of AwakenHer, I’m unpacking the widely shared “Let Them” theory—popularized by Mel Robbins—and exploring how this seemingly empowering phrase can sometimes be misunderstood or misused, especially when we’re still healing from relational trauma. We’ll look at what it really means to let someone be who they are from a trauma-inform…

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My Therapy Session with Dr. Gabor Maté 1:00:24

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Hasan sits down for a one-hour interview/therapy session with best-selling author and renowned expert on trauma and addiction Dr. Gabor Maté. This episode is brought to you by ZipRecruiter. See why 4 out of 5 employers who post on ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Just go to this exclusive web address, ZipRecruiter.com/HASA…

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74: Can your racial identity change over time? 1:15:13

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*Flag your Special One status with the If I Speak Baggu bag – it’s ethically made, comes in two colours and is available now from shop.novaramedia.com* Ash has noticed that neither she nor Moya is white and urgently needs to talk about it. Has her sense of her racial identity changed over time? And where does it come from – their shade, their commu…

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America's Best Palestinian Comic - Mo Amer 50:13

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Hasan sits down with Palestinian-American comic Mo Amer to talk about his incredible life story. Mo season 2 is now streaming on Netflix! Sign up for Ground News at: https://www.groundnews.com/hasan. Subscribing through Hasan's unique link will get you 40% off the vantage plan, which breaks down to just $5 a month. Co-Creator & Executive Producer: …

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73: Where did it all go wrong on the dancefloor? 1:07:59

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*Flag your Special One status with the If I Speak Baggu bag – it’s ethically made, comes in two colours and is available now from shop.novaramedia.com* Having rekindled her appetite for fun, Ash now has a five-point plan to improve dancefloors. Plus, advice for a special one whose boyfriend isn’t weird or jealous – and that’s the problem. Send us y…

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Wu Tang Clan: The Avengers of Hip Hop - with Method Man 42:31

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Hasan sits down with hip hop legend Method Man to talk about getting older in a youth-focused genre, what really happened at the 1995 Source Awards, and his new career as an actor. Look for the blue box at retailers everywhere or shop jlab.com and use code HASAN for 15% off your order today. Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj Co-Creator …

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How to Fall Apart (and Why It’s the Key to Finding Yourself) with Judy Greenfeld 50:17

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In this deeply moving episode of AwakenHer, host Corissa Stepp welcomes Rabbi Cantor Judy Greenfeld for an honest and soul-stirring conversation about transforming pain into strength and finding true purpose through life’s harshest challenges. Judy—an author, spiritual leader, and founder of the Nachshon Minyan in Texas—brings powerful insights on …

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Why AI is Overrated - with Neil DeGrasse Tyson 52:55

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Hasan sits down with Dr. Neil DeGrasse Tyson to talk about the power of scientific literacy, the Trump administration’s attack on scientific institutions, and the future of AI. 🌏 Get exclusive NordVPN deal here ➵ https://NordVPN.com/hasanminhaj It’s risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!✌ Sign up for Ground News at: https://www.groundne…

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72: Why does it always have to be me taking responsibility? 1:07:20

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*We’ve got merch! The If I Speak Baggu bag is ethically made, comes in two colours and is available now from shop.novaramedia.com* Ash and Moya descend into the guilt vortex for a conversation about family, responsibility, and parents who need to be parented. Plus: advice for a special one with a workplace crush. Send us your dilemmas: ifispeak@nov…

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Is Political Violence Becoming Normal? with Arizona AG Kris Mayes 38:14

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Hasan sits down with Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes to learn more about why she changed teams from the Republicans to the Democrats, what she thinks about the growing threats of violence towards politicians, and what her answer is to the central question behind every immigration debate: how many do we let in? Get Huel today with this exclusive…

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How Trump is Abusing the Military - with Senator Tammy Duckworth 41:09

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Hasan sits down with U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth to talk about her least favorite draft dodger, how she maintains her respect for the military even when it's run by complete dumbasses, and whether soldiers should follow orders to shoot protestors. Spoiler alert: no. Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Pra…

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Introducing: Pantsuit Politics 1:24:34

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We’re excited to share a show we love: Pantsuit Politics. Hosted by Kentuckians Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, Pantsuit Politics offers a refreshing, thoughtful take on news and culture. It’s all about paying attention to what’s happening in the world—without the anxiety. This week, Sarah and Beth discuss the news of the weekend, the heart…

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Why Am I So Angry? Finding Healing and Compassion Beneath the Rage 11:22

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If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why am I so angry all the time?” — this episode is for you. Host Corissa Stepp explores how anger shows up as a trauma response after narcissistic abuse, how it functions as a protector part through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS), and why you might be snapping at the people you love. Tune in to lear…

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When Will Democrats Get Mad? - with Rep. Jasmine Crockett 46:34

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Hasan sits down with Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett to talk about why her message is resonating with so many Americans, to discuss some practical advice for protestors, and to ask her about the Trump administration's legal strategy, which amounts to "F--k you, make me." This episode is brought to you by ZipRecruiter. Try ZipRecruiter for free at ht…

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The Crash That Almost Killed Me 43:19

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Send us a text If you're stuck in performance mode, afraid to slow down, or constantly wondering, “Why do I feel this way when nothing looks wrong?” — this is your episode. In this second part of my story, I go deeper into what it actually takes to break free from the patterns that keep high-achieving men stuck in limbo. A life where, on the surfac…

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Is New Jersey Going MAGA? - with Governor Phil Murphy 44:07

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Hasan sits down with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy to talk about his state’s red shift, his fight against congestion pricing, and something a little less controversial… immigration. Use code hasan at https://incogni.com/hasan to get an exclusive 60% off. Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venk…