Great comedians see the world sideways. It's like getting down on the floor with a torch when you're looking for something you dropped: every little thing casts a long shadow you would never have seen from up high.
It's actually no surprise that this "lightweight chat with a funny person" podcast you do always comes with such profound insight.
"Don't look for justice in this dunya" Hasan's father's wisdom hit me right between the eyes. I know that doesn't mean we give up on the arc which bends in that direction.... lots to ponder after this great conversation. Thanks Mehdi.
This is a terrible time in many ways. But I love listening to my fellow Beige-istan citizens discuss our dystopian reality so insightfully. Gracias and Shukriya!
A breath of fresh air, almost like reading a book! I was fascinated and filled with wonder from the idea that justice cannot be served on this earthly plane, and can only be “complete” in the afterlife. It struck me with heartfelt meaning since I struggle with the injustice and lawlessness of ghastly acts and deeds of violence that are perpetrated against so many innocent souls.
An enlightened intelligent AnD humble person in crazy times wanting to share. Incredibly liberating to hear of someone dedicated to thinking the best of people, respecting his parents and sharing from his heart of hearts.
And yes:
Read a book. Go deep brothers and sisters, and look within, a river of inspiration flows there.
Oh, god, this is depressing. Hasan is not wrong. And, yes, I got that intel from Uber drivers in NYC. But this, combined with promises of Drill, baby, drill, on Federal lands and rolling back federal environmental policies? It’s a dark future.
Minhaj's cynicism and outright "bury your head in the sand" mentality are disturbing. This was a very sad discussion, and I don't think Medhi pushed back against some of his terrible thinking, especially about race and gender, was shocking.
I really enjoyed this on my commute! If you haven't watched Hasan's previous Netflix series (prior to the 2024 one), I highly recommend anyone who enjoyed his style in this interview check it out. He is authentic and deeply prophetic as Mehdi mentioned in this interview.
Great comedians see the world sideways. It's like getting down on the floor with a torch when you're looking for something you dropped: every little thing casts a long shadow you would never have seen from up high.
It's actually no surprise that this "lightweight chat with a funny person" podcast you do always comes with such profound insight.
Our parents never tasted freedom, it was easy for them to sell out, mine were exhausted. Displacement brings out desperation for safety.
"Don't look for justice in this dunya" Hasan's father's wisdom hit me right between the eyes. I know that doesn't mean we give up on the arc which bends in that direction.... lots to ponder after this great conversation. Thanks Mehdi.
This is a terrible time in many ways. But I love listening to my fellow Beige-istan citizens discuss our dystopian reality so insightfully. Gracias and Shukriya!
God Bless You both
All said and done - only you guys as American Muslims can pull this of - if I do this as an Indian Muslim in India. - god bless me !
So with all the wises - America has its good side
A breath of fresh air, almost like reading a book! I was fascinated and filled with wonder from the idea that justice cannot be served on this earthly plane, and can only be “complete” in the afterlife. It struck me with heartfelt meaning since I struggle with the injustice and lawlessness of ghastly acts and deeds of violence that are perpetrated against so many innocent souls.
What it is as I see it:
An enlightened intelligent AnD humble person in crazy times wanting to share. Incredibly liberating to hear of someone dedicated to thinking the best of people, respecting his parents and sharing from his heart of hearts.
And yes:
Read a book. Go deep brothers and sisters, and look within, a river of inspiration flows there.
Both Hasans are great. love the converstion.
Been waiting for this crossover!!! Loved it.
Smart and funny, thank you.
Brilliant discussion, thank you!
Great episode. I couldn't believe Hasan was fact checked by The New Yorker. Stupid.
Oh, god, this is depressing. Hasan is not wrong. And, yes, I got that intel from Uber drivers in NYC. But this, combined with promises of Drill, baby, drill, on Federal lands and rolling back federal environmental policies? It’s a dark future.
Minhaj's cynicism and outright "bury your head in the sand" mentality are disturbing. This was a very sad discussion, and I don't think Medhi pushed back against some of his terrible thinking, especially about race and gender, was shocking.
I really enjoyed this on my commute! If you haven't watched Hasan's previous Netflix series (prior to the 2024 one), I highly recommend anyone who enjoyed his style in this interview check it out. He is authentic and deeply prophetic as Mehdi mentioned in this interview.