On this episode of On Purpose, I sat down with Hasan Minhaj. Hasan is a first generation American, and is a comedian, actor, and the host and creator of the weekly comedy series Patriot Act.
Hasan shares that he was fired from every previous job he’s ever had, and the value of relentlessly trying new things until you find work worth doing. He reminds us of ... Show More
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8 Simple Mindset Shifts to Feel Gratitude Even When Your Life Isn’t Where You Want it To Be
<p>In this episode, Jay talks about a side of gratitude we rarely acknowledge, the kind that isn’t shiny or uplifting, but the kind that helps when life feels heavy, complicated, or far from what you expected. He explains how, for years, he treated gratitude like something ... Show More
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I Reached a Major Milestone! 8 Life-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned From Incredible Guests Along the Way
<p>Reaching 5 million subscribers is more than a milestone, it’s a testament to the shared journey of growth, healing, and curiosity this community has built together. In this special episode, Jay revisits the conversations that shaped On Purpose, moments where global icons ... Show More
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May 2019
Hasan Minhaj
Hasan Minhaj (The Daily Show, Homecoming King, Patriot Act) is an American comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host. Hasan sits down with the Armchair Expert to discuss feeling overwhelmed by the balance of life and work and the effect of tren ... Show More
1h 54m
Oct 2021
Episode 1273 - Hasan Minhaj
Hasan Minhaj took the pressures put on him to become a lawyer and channeled them into the ambition necessary to start a standup career, become a Daily Show correspondent, host his own show (Patriot Act), get cast on a prestige drama (The Morning Show), and have a future in comedy ... Show More
1h 32m
Jun 2023
Hasan Minhaj (Re-release)
In today's flashback episode, Hasan Minhaj [The Daily Show, Homecoming King, Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj] talks with Anna about high school crushes, love, marriage, patriotism, redemption, the origins of his comedy, favorite Batman actors, a blue BMX bicycle that changed everyt ... Show More
1h 3m
Dec 2021
Hasan Minhaj - Comedy, Netflix, Haters, & Money
Shaan Puri (@ShaanVP) sits down with award-winning comedian Hasan Minhaj to discuss how he prepares for his shows, how he stays in the moment, his struggles dealing with anonymous Twitter trolls, what he has planned for the future, and more.
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2 h
May 2023
Mehdi Hasan On How To Win Every Argument - Part 2
In this episode we bring you part two of our live event, 'How To Win Every Argument,' with renowned interviewer and debater Mehdi Hasan. Hosted by columnist, author, and broadcaster Jonathan Freedland, Hasan shares his tips and techniques for mastering the art of persuasion, whic ... Show More
26m 8s
Aug 2022
Malcolm Gladwell on: Working From Home, Kindness, Sacrifice, and Making Mistakes
<p>Since the start of COVID-19, more people are working from home, and with that, more people have strong opinions about whether or not it's the best route to take.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>In today's episode, Malcolm Gladwell responds to recent backlash over why he believes that wor ... Show More
1h 3m
Nov 2021
How to Fight Languishing (at Work and Everywhere Else) | Adam Grant
<p>This episode officially marks the launch of the Work Life Series, a brand-new, five-part series that's all about how to live better lives at work. In each episode, we'll be hosting meditation teachers, thought leaders, and top-of-their-field scientists to explore how to better ... Show More
1h 9m
Sep 2022
Malcolm Gladwell on: Working From Home, Kindness, Sacrifice, and Making Mistakes
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>In this previously released episode, Malcolm Gladwell responds to backlash he received over his belief that working in an office—an ... Show More
1h 1m