Hasan Minhaj, Does Comedy Matter if the World is on Fire? | Soul Boom

Hasan Minhaj (Off With His Head, The Patriot Act, Homecoming King) joins Rainn Wilson for a vulnerable and inspiring dive into the purpose of comedy, the search for meaning, and the power of storytelling. They explore Hasan's spiritual upbringing, his journey through stand-up and fame, and how his faith and Indian-American identity have shaped his worldview. From reflections on Ramadan to insights about art's true value, this episode is rich with heart, humor, and depth. Rainn and Hasan discuss why comedy may be one of the last places where truth and hope collide in meaningful ways.

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Executive Produced by: Kartik Chainani
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Executive Produced by: Ford Bowers, Samah Tokmachi
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Production Supervisor: Mike O'Brien
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Theme Music by: Marcos Moscat

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Intro Animation by:
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In this episode, we discuss:
00:00 Why Comics Go Deep (That's What She Said)
04:32 Hasan DM's our Producer's Mom
07:01 Hasan’s Immigrant Story & The Myth of the American Dream
12:56 Harold & Kumar Changed Hasan’s Life
17:28 Discovering Stand-Up Through Chris Rock & LimeWire
23:30 Can Art Actually Change the World? Hasan Isn’t So Sure
31:00 What India Taught Hasan About Death, Family, and Belonging
38:06 Science Meets Spirituality: Growing Up Muslim in a Scientific Household
49:50 Ramadan, Spiritual Discipline & Praying Next to Lupe Fiasco

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