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Hey Vin Diesel, give Hasan a call.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/2/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:2","released":"2018-11-02T11:00:00.000Z","episode":2,"description":"Considering the challenges of working in news, Hasan chats with one of his writers about pivoting careers and joining the 'Fast and the Furious' franchise. Having a backup plan never hurt anyone. 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He also talks about what it's like to be part of the entertainment industry's \"brown come up\" and shares what's currently in his Amazon cart.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/6/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:6","released":"2018-11-14T11:00:00.000Z","episode":6,"description":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan plays matchmaker to an audience member and three of Patriot Act's single writers. He also talks about what it's like to be part of the entertainment industry's \"brown come up\" and shares what's currently in his Amazon cart."},{"name":"Hasan Shares His Tips For Surviving Thanksgiving","season":0,"number":7,"firstAired":"2018-11-20T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7224979,"rating":"0","overview":"Gearing up for Thanksgiving and the rest of the holiday season? Looking for ways to get the most out of your time spent with friends and family? 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He also reveals who he would invite to his house for dinner if he could choose any two people, and what one item he couldn't live without if stranded on a desert island.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/8/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:8","released":"2018-11-21T11:00:00.000Z","episode":8,"description":"This week on Deep Cuts, Hasan looks back at the most humbling experience of his career. He also reveals who he would invite to his house for dinner if he could choose any two people, and what one item he couldn't live without if stranded on a desert island."},{"name":"Deep Cuts: Hasan Divulges How He Picks Episode Topics","season":0,"number":9,"firstAired":"2018-11-28T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7224981,"rating":"0","overview":"On this episode of Deep Cuts, Hasan tells the story of the one encounter that made him consider leaving NYC. He also divulges some behind the scenes information about how the topic of each episode is picked, and reveals what he would change if he could go back in time.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/9/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:9","released":"2018-11-28T11:00:00.000Z","episode":9,"description":"On this episode of Deep Cuts, Hasan tells the story of the one encounter that made him consider leaving NYC. He also divulges some behind the scenes information about how the topic of each episode is picked, and reveals what he would change if he could go back in time."},{"name":"Hasan Helps You Stay Safe On The Internet","season":0,"number":10,"firstAired":"2018-11-30T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7224982,"rating":"0","overview":"Worried about the dangers of surfing the web? Not sure what to do about online trolls? 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Hasan also shares his favorite part of Patriot Act so far, which rapper he would be for a day, and what his Tinder profile would say if he had one.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/11/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:11","released":"2018-12-05T11:00:00.000Z","episode":11,"description":"On this episode of Deep Cuts, Hasan discusses the role of political comedy and how an email from an unlikely fan shows how you can break through echo chambers. Hasan also shares his favorite part of Patriot Act so far, which rapper he would be for a day, and what his Tinder profile would say if he had one."},{"name":"Hasan Responds: \"Where's The Outfit Tan Picked Out?\"","season":0,"number":13,"firstAired":"2018-12-19T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7224989,"rating":"0","overview":"So many Patriot Act fans have been wondering why Hasan hasn't worn the outfit that 'Queer Eye's' Tan France picked out for him to wear on the show. Hasan wanted to take a moment to respond to the feedback.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/13/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:13","released":"2018-12-19T11:00:00.000Z","episode":13,"description":"So many Patriot Act fans have been wondering why Hasan hasn't worn the outfit that 'Queer Eye's' Tan France picked out for him to wear on the show. Hasan wanted to take a moment to respond to the feedback."},{"name":"Hasan Tries Christmas","season":0,"number":14,"firstAired":"2018-12-23T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7224991,"rating":"0","overview":"Growing up as a Muslim Indian-American, Hasan never celebrated Christmas. This holiday season he wanted to try out some classic traditions like caroling and tree decorating to finally see what the Christmas hype is all about.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/14/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:14","released":"2018-12-23T11:00:00.000Z","episode":14,"description":"Growing up as a Muslim Indian-American, Hasan never celebrated Christmas. 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As someone who knows the struggle all too well, Hasan decided to join the group and answer questions from the members about his own experience growing up as a first generation American."},{"name":"Hasan Sings The Patriot Act Theme Song","season":0,"number":18,"firstAired":"2019-01-27T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225000,"rating":"0","overview":"So many of you have commented on Patriot Act's YouTube videos about your love for the show's opening instrumental theme song, but did you know it originally had lyrics? Hasan shares his original verses and talks about what it was like to work with famed producer Ludwig Göransson on its composition. Feel free to sing along as you listen.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/18/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:18","released":"2019-01-27T11:00:00.000Z","episode":18,"description":"So many of you have commented on Patriot Act's YouTube videos about your love for the show's opening instrumental theme song, but did you know it originally had lyrics? Hasan shares his original verses and talks about what it was like to work with famed producer Ludwig Göransson on its composition. Feel free to sing along as you listen."},{"name":"Hasan Shares His Pre-Show Routine","season":0,"number":19,"firstAired":"2019-02-03T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225001,"rating":"0","overview":"Ever wondered how Hasan gets ready before hitting the stage to tape episodes of Patriot Act? Watch as he reveals his pre-show rituals, including some superstitious practices he uses to get in the right headspace.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/19/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:19","released":"2019-02-03T11:00:00.000Z","episode":19,"description":"Ever wondered how Hasan gets ready before hitting the stage to tape episodes of Patriot Act? Watch as he reveals his pre-show rituals, including some superstitious practices he uses to get in the right headspace."},{"name":"Hasan Retakes The SAT Exam","season":0,"number":20,"firstAired":"2019-02-07T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225002,"rating":"0","overview":"In the first episode of Patriot Act, Hasan shared his deepest, darkest secret: that he only got a 1310 out of 1600 on the SAT exam. Almost 16 years later, Hasan is back in the classroom at The Princeton Review for a shot at redemption.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/20/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:20","released":"2019-02-07T11:00:00.000Z","episode":20,"description":"In the first episode of Patriot Act, Hasan shared his deepest, darkest secret: that he only got a 1310 out of 1600 on the SAT exam. 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Once things get cleared up, Hasan imagines what it would be like to experience his own South Asian version of 'Get Out.' He also talks about his own personal student loan experience and hears horror stories from the audience.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/23/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:23","released":"2019-02-27T11:00:00.000Z","episode":23,"description":"In the newest episode of Deep Cuts, a particular audience members kicks things off by confusing Hasan. Once things get cleared up, Hasan imagines what it would be like to experience his own South Asian version of 'Get Out.' He also talks about his own personal student loan experience and hears horror stories from the audience."},{"name":"Deep Cuts: Hasan Gets Real About the 2020 Election","season":0,"number":24,"firstAired":"2019-03-06T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225005,"rating":"0","overview":"In the newest Deep Cuts, Hasan weighs in on the current 2020 election candidates, including former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, and whether or not billionaires should be allowed to run for president. He then presents a litmus test for determining at what level of wealth one's soul turns from good to evil.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/24/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:24","released":"2019-03-06T11:00:00.000Z","episode":24,"description":"In the newest Deep Cuts, Hasan weighs in on the current 2020 election candidates, including former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, and whether or not billionaires should be allowed to run for president. 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Hasan shares his opinions on biryani, reveals the hardest episode he's had to research yet, and his experiences growing up in a Desi household.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/27/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:27","released":"2019-03-24T11:00:00.000Z","episode":27,"description":"Hasan decided it was time to pay a visit to his South Asian family on the internet and sit down for a Q&A in a Facebook group for first generation immigrants called 'Subtle Curry Traits.' Hasan was drawn to 'Subtle Curry Traits' after doing another Q&A in a popular Facebook group for first-generation Asian immigrants called 'Subtle Asian Traits.' 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Watch as Hasan takes us through his daily routine at normal energy levels."},{"name":"Hasan Applies For A Job At The CIA","season":0,"number":30,"firstAired":"2019-04-14T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225037,"rating":"0","overview":"Looking to stay busy in between episodes of Patriot Act, Hasan found a job listing for a graphic design position at the CIA and he's going to apply. Watch as Hasan takes us through his portfolio for the job and discusses the CIA's \"close\" relationship with the Muslim community. Inspired by Hasan's work? Check out the listing and apply!","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/30/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:30","released":"2019-04-14T11:00:00.000Z","episode":30,"description":"Looking to stay busy in between episodes of Patriot Act, Hasan found a job listing for a graphic design position at the CIA and he's going to apply. 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Special shoutout to Thai Guy 001 for being one of our most prevalent commenters."},{"name":"Hasan's Pronunciation Guide","season":0,"number":32,"firstAired":"2019-04-28T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225039,"rating":"0","overview":"Coming off his recent appearance on The Ellen Show where he set the record straight on how to pronounce his name, Hasan wanted to share a helpful pronunciation guide for other names and words. Hey Timothée Chalamet - pronounce your name how you want to buddy. You got this!","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/32/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:32","released":"2019-04-28T11:00:00.000Z","episode":32,"description":"Coming off his recent appearance on The Ellen Show where he set the record straight on how to pronounce his name, Hasan wanted to share a helpful pronunciation guide for other names and words. Hey Timothée Chalamet - pronounce your name how you want to buddy. You got this!"},{"name":"Patriot Act Lo-Fi: The Mattress Industry","season":0,"number":33,"firstAired":"2019-05-05T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225041,"rating":"0","overview":"Hasan is having withdrawal from his screens, so he decided to recreate Patriot Act, lo-fi style. Watch as artist Timothy Goodman helps Hasan convey the cryptic web that is the world of mattresses. Why are there so many mattress stores all of a sudden? Who is buying all of these mattresses? Are the online reviews rigged? Hasan does a deep dive on the bizarre phenomenon and uncovers some of the secrets of the mattress industry.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/33/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:33","released":"2019-05-05T11:00:00.000Z","episode":33,"description":"Hasan is having withdrawal from his screens, so he decided to recreate Patriot Act, lo-fi style. Watch as artist Timothy Goodman helps Hasan convey the cryptic web that is the world of mattresses. Why are there so many mattress stores all of a sudden? Who is buying all of these mattresses? Are the online reviews rigged? Hasan does a deep dive on the bizarre phenomenon and uncovers some of the secrets of the mattress industry."},{"name":"Deep Cuts: Hasan Chops It Up With Desus & Mero","season":0,"number":34,"firstAired":"2019-05-15T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225044,"rating":"0","overview":"Desus & Mero drop in for a special edition of this week's Deep Cuts. Watch as Hasan and the Bodega Boys discuss Taylor Swift stans, getting banned on Twitter, 'Game of Thrones,' and the one thing they would do if they woke up white.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/34/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:34","released":"2019-05-15T11:00:00.000Z","episode":34,"description":"Desus & Mero drop in for a special edition of this week's Deep Cuts. Watch as Hasan and the Bodega Boys discuss Taylor Swift stans, getting banned on Twitter, 'Game of Thrones,' and the one thing they would do if they woke up white."},{"name":"Deep Cuts: Hasan & Casey Neistat On YouTube's Downside","season":0,"number":35,"firstAired":"2019-05-22T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225046,"rating":"0","overview":"Filmmaker and YouTuber Casey Neistat dropped in for another special edition of Deep Cuts. Watch as Hasan and Casey discuss the democratization of video on YouTube, the impacts of social media on society, and if the benefits of the tools available to us on the Internet outweigh the dangers associated with them. Hasan then presses Casey as to whether or not he thinks YouTube and Facebook have a responsibility to moderate content that users upload and if video view counts are a legitimate measure of success.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/35/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:35","released":"2019-05-22T11:00:00.000Z","episode":35,"description":"Filmmaker and YouTuber Casey Neistat dropped in for another special edition of Deep Cuts. Watch as Hasan and Casey discuss the democratization of video on YouTube, the impacts of social media on society, and if the benefits of the tools available to us on the Internet outweigh the dangers associated with them. Hasan then presses Casey as to whether or not he thinks YouTube and Facebook have a responsibility to moderate content that users upload and if video view counts are a legitimate measure of success."},{"name":"Deep Cuts: Hasan and Ilana Glazer Discuss Abortion Laws","season":0,"number":36,"firstAired":"2019-05-29T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7225047,"rating":"0","overview":"Ilana Glazer dropped in for another special edition of Deep Cuts. Watch as Ilana discusses her most unbelievable New York experiences, what's next for her after the end of 'Broad City,' and her take on what the recent abortion legislation in Alabama and Georgia means for women across the country. Hasan and Ilana also grapple with the role entertainers should play in supporting activists on the ground in different states as they combat problematic government legislation.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/36/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:36","released":"2019-05-29T11:00:00.000Z","episode":36,"description":"Ilana Glazer dropped in for another special edition of Deep Cuts. Watch as Ilana discusses her most unbelievable New York experiences, what's next for her after the end of 'Broad City,' and her take on what the recent abortion legislation in Alabama and Georgia means for women across the country. Hasan and Ilana also grapple with the role entertainers should play in supporting activists on the ground in different states as they combat problematic government legislation."},{"name":"Hasan & Phoebe Robinson Defy Society's Norms","season":0,"number":37,"firstAired":"2019-06-12T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362166,"rating":"0","overview":"Comedian and co-host of ‘2 Dope Queens’ Phoebe Robinson stopped by Patriot Act for another special edition of Deep Cuts. Watch as Hasan and Phoebe talk about rewriting the rules of comedy by challenging its norms, why so many white guys feel the need to run for president, and what topic Phoebe would pick if she had to host an episode of Patriot Act.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/37/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:37","released":"2019-06-12T11:00:00.000Z","episode":37,"description":"Comedian and co-host of ‘2 Dope Queens’ Phoebe Robinson stopped by Patriot Act for another special edition of Deep Cuts. Watch as Hasan and Phoebe talk about rewriting the rules of comedy by challenging its norms, why so many white guys feel the need to run for president, and what topic Phoebe would pick if she had to host an episode of Patriot Act."},{"name":"Hasan And Charlamagne Tha God On Mental Health","season":0,"number":38,"firstAired":"2019-06-19T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362167,"rating":"0","overview":"Breakfast Club co-host Charlamagne tha God visits Hasan on this week’s Deep Cuts for a candid conversation about their respective journeys with mental health and how they cope with anxiety. Charlamagne discusses how going to therapy changed his life and how a relative committing suicide opened up a conversation surrounding mental health within his family that had never happened before.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/38/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:38","released":"2019-06-19T11:00:00.000Z","episode":38,"description":"Breakfast Club co-host Charlamagne tha God visits Hasan on this week’s Deep Cuts for a candid conversation about their respective journeys with mental health and how they cope with anxiety. Charlamagne discusses how going to therapy changed his life and how a relative committing suicide opened up a conversation surrounding mental health within his family that had never happened before."},{"name":"Hasan Has Suggestions for Celebrating Eid","season":0,"number":39,"firstAired":"2019-06-23T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362168,"rating":"0","overview":"With the recent celebration Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of Ramadan, Hasan uses this week's Deep Cuts to share how he celebrated, and gives some suggestions on how the holiday could be made a little more fun. Hasan also reflects on his glory days in high school, quizzes our audience on a few of the words from the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and unveils whether or not he believes in ghosts.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/39/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:39","released":"2019-06-23T11:00:00.000Z","episode":39,"description":"With the recent celebration Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of Ramadan, Hasan uses this week's Deep Cuts to share how he celebrated, and gives some suggestions on how the holiday could be made a little more fun. Hasan also reflects on his glory days in high school, quizzes our audience on a few of the words from the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and unveils whether or not he believes in ghosts."},{"name":"Hasan Picks His Harry Potter House","season":0,"number":40,"firstAired":"2019-06-30T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362170,"rating":"0","overview":"On this week's Deep Cuts Hasan chooses which house he would be sorted into at Hogwarts, and it's one we didn't realize was an option. He also reveals who his scariest interaction at the 2017 White House Correspondents' Dinner was with, his thoughts on how dangerous Mitch McConnell really is, and tells the story of an unlikely interaction with a fan on the street.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/40/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:40","released":"2019-06-30T11:00:00.000Z","episode":40,"description":"On this week's Deep Cuts Hasan chooses which house he would be sorted into at Hogwarts, and it's one we didn't realize was an option. He also reveals who his scariest interaction at the 2017 White House Correspondents' Dinner was with, his thoughts on how dangerous Mitch McConnell really is, and tells the story of an unlikely interaction with a fan on the street."},{"name":"Does Hasan Believe In Aliens?","season":0,"number":41,"firstAired":"2019-07-07T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362174,"rating":"0","overview":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan and an audience member discuss the extraterrestrial. Does Hasan believe in aliens? Watch to find out. Hasan also reveals how he deals with the Haram police, who his favorite member of BTS is, and the one video that restores his faith in humanity every time he sees it.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/41/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:41","released":"2019-07-07T11:00:00.000Z","episode":41,"description":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan and an audience member discuss the extraterrestrial. Does Hasan believe in aliens? Watch to find out. Hasan also reveals how he deals with the Haram police, who his favorite member of BTS is, and the one video that restores his faith in humanity every time he sees it."},{"name":"Bonus Deep Cuts: Hasan Talks Space, The Avengers, And More","season":0,"number":42,"firstAired":"2019-07-14T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362177,"rating":"0","overview":"The latest Deep Cuts combines bonus footage from the most recent tapings that we thought you deserved to see. When asked whether or not we should colonize Mars, Hasan brings the conversation back to Earth and questions why certain billionaires don't focus on saving our planet before looking to another one. He also has an important debate with Phoebe Robinson about Toaster Strudels versus Pop-Tarts, reveals the most interesting person he's interviewed, and addresses one of his character flaws.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/42/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:42","released":"2019-07-14T11:00:00.000Z","episode":42,"description":"The latest Deep Cuts combines bonus footage from the most recent tapings that we thought you deserved to see. When asked whether or not we should colonize Mars, Hasan brings the conversation back to Earth and questions why certain billionaires don't focus on saving our planet before looking to another one. He also has an important debate with Phoebe Robinson about Toaster Strudels versus Pop-Tarts, reveals the most interesting person he's interviewed, and addresses one of his character flaws."},{"name":"What's With The Racist Names Of So Many American Places?","season":0,"number":43,"firstAired":"2019-07-21T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362183,"rating":"0","overview":"As of 2015, there were at least 1,441 federally recognized places in the United States with racial slurs in their names. Hasan takes a look at some of these streams, rivers, mountains, and other landmarks and discusses the process for changing their names to something less racist. Hasan then travels to a location in New York City with an offensive name and tries to change it once and for all.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/43/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:43","released":"2019-07-21T11:00:00.000Z","episode":43,"description":"As of 2015, there were at least 1,441 federally recognized places in the United States with racial slurs in their names. Hasan takes a look at some of these streams, rivers, mountains, and other landmarks and discusses the process for changing their names to something less racist. Hasan then travels to a location in New York City with an offensive name and tries to change it once and for all."},{"name":"Hasan Helps Lilly Singh Get Ready For Late Night","season":0,"number":44,"firstAired":"2019-07-29T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362189,"rating":"0","overview":"Lilly Singh visited Hasan for a behind the scenes tour of the Patriot Act studio and to get some advice before the launch of her new late night show this fall. Hasan gets real about the lessons he’s learned while hosting his own show, and shares some words of wisdom he received from Jon Stewart during his time at ‘The Daily Show.’ Hasan also spends some time bonding with Lilly’s little dog Scarbro and asks Lilly about how being so vulnerable and open on social media has effected her.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/44/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:44","released":"2019-07-29T11:00:00.000Z","episode":44,"description":"Lilly Singh visited Hasan for a behind the scenes tour of the Patriot Act studio and to get some advice before the launch of her new late night show this fall. Hasan gets real about the lessons he’s learned while hosting his own show, and shares some words of wisdom he received from Jon Stewart during his time at ‘The Daily Show.’ Hasan also spends some time bonding with Lilly’s little dog Scarbro and asks Lilly about how being so vulnerable and open on social media has effected her."},{"name":"Hasan Shares His Brexit Theory","season":0,"number":45,"firstAired":"2019-08-08T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362191,"rating":"0","overview":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan chats with the audience about video games and the recent Fortnite World Cup. Hasan also shares some theories on Brexit and discusses whether or not UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will be able to meet his October 31st deadline for a deal. Hasan later defines what makes an Indian “fuckboy,” gets roasted by a fan for the pockets on his pants, and shares some words of wisdom from philosopher Tan France.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/45/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:45","released":"2019-08-08T11:00:00.000Z","episode":45,"description":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan chats with the audience about video games and the recent Fortnite World Cup. Hasan also shares some theories on Brexit and discusses whether or not UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will be able to meet his October 31st deadline for a deal. Hasan later defines what makes an Indian “fuckboy,” gets roasted by a fan for the pockets on his pants, and shares some words of wisdom from philosopher Tan France."},{"name":"Hasan On Gun Violence In America","season":0,"number":46,"firstAired":"2019-08-15T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362192,"rating":"0","overview":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan reflects on the recent mass shootings in America and offers his take on the media narratives surrounding these recent acts of gun violence. Hasan also reveals what movie reboot he would love to star in, the 90s trend he thinks should come back, and the lessons he teaches his daughter so she can smash the patriarchy.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/46/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:46","released":"2019-08-15T11:00:00.000Z","episode":46,"description":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan reflects on the recent mass shootings in America and offers his take on the media narratives surrounding these recent acts of gun violence. Hasan also reveals what movie reboot he would love to star in, the 90s trend he thinks should come back, and the lessons he teaches his daughter so she can smash the patriarchy."},{"name":"Hasan’s Ideas For The Olympics","season":0,"number":47,"firstAired":"2019-08-22T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362193,"rating":"0","overview":"In this week's Deep Cuts, Hasan examines the recent controversy surrounding billionaire Stephen Ross. Ross, whose company owns Equinox and SoulCycle, faced backlash and boycotts after hosting a fundraiser for President Donald Trump at his home in the Hamptons. Hasan discusses the impact of the Equinox/SoulCycle boycotts and contemplates the moral line people need to draw when thinking about what their money supports. Hasan also thinks about what it would be like to host the show in 20 years, reveals the one conspiracy he believes in, and debates whether or not America will destroy the world before we make it to 2024. Oh, and the fish tube.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/47/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:47","released":"2019-08-22T11:00:00.000Z","episode":47,"description":"In this week's Deep Cuts, Hasan examines the recent controversy surrounding billionaire Stephen Ross. Ross, whose company owns Equinox and SoulCycle, faced backlash and boycotts after hosting a fundraiser for President Donald Trump at his home in the Hamptons. Hasan discusses the impact of the Equinox/SoulCycle boycotts and contemplates the moral line people need to draw when thinking about what their money supports. Hasan also thinks about what it would be like to host the show in 20 years, reveals the one conspiracy he believes in, and debates whether or not America will destroy the world before we make it to 2024. Oh, and the fish tube."},{"name":"Hasan On How To Survive The Zombie Apocalypse","season":0,"number":48,"firstAired":"2019-08-29T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362196,"rating":"0","overview":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan reveals his plan for surviving the zombie apocalypse (whenever it actually happens). He also helps someone in the crowd improve their Tinder bio, talks about the fad he participated in back in the day, and finally builds up the courage to ask someone he has known for awhile to be his friend. It's a beautiful moment you do not want to miss.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/48/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:48","released":"2019-08-29T11:00:00.000Z","episode":48,"description":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan reveals his plan for surviving the zombie apocalypse (whenever it actually happens). He also helps someone in the crowd improve their Tinder bio, talks about the fad he participated in back in the day, and finally builds up the courage to ask someone he has known for awhile to be his friend. It's a beautiful moment you do not want to miss."},{"name":"Hasan On The Looming Recession","season":0,"number":49,"firstAired":"2019-09-05T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362203,"rating":"0","overview":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan examines why the “impending doom” of the looming recession is especially worrisome in 2019. He then receives some profound advice from a very zen audience member about how to handle the approaching economic downturn. Hasan also discusses his go-to movie theater snack strategy, what he wants people to remember about him ten years from now, and who should really be paying for Amazon rainforest fire relief after the major countries of the G-7 only put up $20 million.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/49/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:49","released":"2019-09-05T11:00:00.000Z","episode":49,"description":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan examines why the “impending doom” of the looming recession is especially worrisome in 2019. He then receives some profound advice from a very zen audience member about how to handle the approaching economic downturn. Hasan also discusses his go-to movie theater snack strategy, what he wants people to remember about him ten years from now, and who should really be paying for Amazon rainforest fire relief after the major countries of the G-7 only put up $20 million."},{"name":"Hasan's Questions For The 2020 Candidates","season":0,"number":50,"firstAired":"2019-09-12T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362206,"rating":"0","overview":"On this week’s Deep Cuts, Hasan comes up with a few very important questions he would ask the 2020 Democratic candidates at the next presidential debate. Hasan also shares his thoughts on how much celebrities influence voters, reveals what his most recent Google searches were, shares his thoughts on the Muslim dating app Minder, and has a few words with his new friend Eddie.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/50/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:50","released":"2019-09-12T11:00:00.000Z","episode":50,"description":"On this week’s Deep Cuts, Hasan comes up with a few very important questions he would ask the 2020 Democratic candidates at the next presidential debate. Hasan also shares his thoughts on how much celebrities influence voters, reveals what his most recent Google searches were, shares his thoughts on the Muslim dating app Minder, and has a few words with his new friend Eddie."},{"name":"Hasan Plays Fortnite","season":0,"number":51,"firstAired":"2019-09-16T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7362208,"rating":"0","overview":"Now that Hasan has some free time, he decided it would be fun to sit down and learn how to play ‘Fortnite’ after discussing it in Patriot Act’s recent episode on the video game industry. Watch as Hasan is guided through the popular video game by Patriot Act writer Zach Rice (@zach_r1ce). Hasan checks out the ‘Fortnite’ map, learns some dance moves, and makes a new friend along the way. Spoiler alert: Hasan isn’t very good so don’t get your hopes up.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/51/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:51","released":"2019-09-16T11:00:00.000Z","episode":51,"description":"Now that Hasan has some free time, he decided it would be fun to sit down and learn how to play ‘Fortnite’ after discussing it in Patriot Act’s recent episode on the video game industry. Watch as Hasan is guided through the popular video game by Patriot Act writer Zach Rice (@zach_r1ce). Hasan checks out the ‘Fortnite’ map, learns some dance moves, and makes a new friend along the way. Spoiler alert: Hasan isn’t very good so don’t get your hopes up."},{"name":"Hasan On His Zodiac Sign","season":0,"number":52,"firstAired":"2019-09-23T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7371977,"rating":"0","overview":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan gets a lesson about astrological signs and bonds with a fellow Libra in the audience, just in time for his own birthday. Hasan also divulges the “Sharma ji ke bete ko dekho” situation he dealt with growing up, shares his thoughts on Kellyanne Conway’s husband calling her boss out on Twitter, and what he does to reduce his carbon footprint. He also reveals which popular song he truly doesn't understand or enjoy.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/52/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:52","released":"2019-09-23T11:00:00.000Z","episode":52,"description":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan gets a lesson about astrological signs and bonds with a fellow Libra in the audience, just in time for his own birthday. Hasan also divulges the “Sharma ji ke bete ko dekho” situation he dealt with growing up, shares his thoughts on Kellyanne Conway’s husband calling her boss out on Twitter, and what he does to reduce his carbon footprint. He also reveals which popular song he truly doesn't understand or enjoy."},{"name":"Hasan's Presidential Campaign","season":0,"number":53,"firstAired":"2019-09-30T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7381706,"rating":"0","overview":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan discusses why the redemption of politicians like George W. Bush as well as former Trump administration members has happened so quickly. Hasan also shares the platform he would run on if he ran for president, the essential items needed for an Indian picnic, and the one rapper he would tell his grandkids about.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/53/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:53","released":"2019-09-30T11:00:00.000Z","episode":53,"description":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan discusses why the redemption of politicians like George W. Bush as well as former Trump administration members has happened so quickly. Hasan also shares the platform he would run on if he ran for president, the essential items needed for an Indian picnic, and the one rapper he would tell his grandkids about."},{"name":"Hasan Gets Roasted By An Indian Uncle","season":0,"number":54,"firstAired":"2019-10-07T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7398411,"rating":"0","overview":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan goes head to head against an Indian Uncle in the crowd who is not impressed with him at all. Hasan also shares his advice for maintaining healthy relationships in the digital dating age, pitches some ideas for his own flavor of Ben & Jerry's ice cream, and tells a story about how he handled the news that iconic Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan knows who he is now.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/54/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:54","released":"2019-10-07T11:00:00.000Z","episode":54,"description":"On the latest Deep Cuts, Hasan goes head to head against an Indian Uncle in the crowd who is not impressed with him at all. Hasan also shares his advice for maintaining healthy relationships in the digital dating age, pitches some ideas for his own flavor of Ben & Jerry's ice cream, and tells a story about how he handled the news that iconic Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan knows who he is now."},{"name":"Hasan Learns What It’s Like To Grow Up Desi In 2019","season":0,"number":55,"firstAired":"2019-10-14T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7471756,"rating":"0","overview":"Hasan talks a lot about his experiences growing up in a desi family in the mid-2000s, but what is it like to grow up as an Indian-American today? Hasan investigated by sitting down with seven desi teenagers to talk about what it's like to grow up in 2019. Watch as Hasan chats with the group about navigating school, friendships, dating, facing parents' expectations, and the lessons Hasan can learn to be a cool brown dad. \r\n","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/55/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:55","released":"2019-10-14T11:00:00.000Z","episode":55,"description":"Hasan talks a lot about his experiences growing up in a desi family in the mid-2000s, but what is it like to grow up as an Indian-American today? Hasan investigated by sitting down with seven desi teenagers to talk about what it's like to grow up in 2019. Watch as Hasan chats with the group about navigating school, friendships, dating, facing parents' expectations, and the lessons Hasan can learn to be a cool brown dad. \r\n"},{"name":"Is Coffee Good Or Bad For You? Hasan Investigates","season":0,"number":56,"firstAired":"2019-10-21T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7471760,"rating":"0","overview":"Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the country, with almost two-thirds of Americans drinking at least one cup of coffee a day. Despite its popularity, there seems to be conflicting research surrounding the drink's health benefits. As an avid coffee drinker himself, Hasan decided to investigate the age old question: is coffee good or bad for you? Hasan compared the data drawn from researchers and scientists over a number of decades to find out if the evidence overwhelmingly supports or opposes drinking coffee. The results gave Hasan a whole new perspective about data studies.\r\n","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/56/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:56","released":"2019-10-21T11:00:00.000Z","episode":56,"description":"Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the country, with almost two-thirds of Americans drinking at least one cup of coffee a day. Despite its popularity, there seems to be conflicting research surrounding the drink's health benefits. As an avid coffee drinker himself, Hasan decided to investigate the age old question: is coffee good or bad for you? Hasan compared the data drawn from researchers and scientists over a number of decades to find out if the evidence overwhelmingly supports or opposes drinking coffee. The results gave Hasan a whole new perspective about data studies.\r\n"},{"name":"Tan France Reviews Hasan's Outfits","season":0,"number":57,"firstAired":"2019-10-28T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7471763,"rating":"0","overview":"On the one year anniversary of the debut of Patriot Act, Hasan reunited with someone who had a huge impact on the launch of the show: 'Queer Eye’s' Tan France. Watch as the pair check-in over Skype and reflect on the year they've had since they last got together for a video. Together they talk about life, work, and Hasan's fashion choices for Patriot Act before new episodes drop on November 10th. \r\n","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/57/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:57","released":"2019-10-28T11:00:00.000Z","episode":57,"description":"On the one year anniversary of the debut of Patriot Act, Hasan reunited with someone who had a huge impact on the launch of the show: 'Queer Eye’s' Tan France. Watch as the pair check-in over Skype and reflect on the year they've had since they last got together for a video. Together they talk about life, work, and Hasan's fashion choices for Patriot Act before new episodes drop on November 10th. \r\n"},{"name":"Hasan And His Parents Visit 'Subtle Asian Traits'","season":0,"number":58,"firstAired":"2019-11-04T11:00:00.000Z","tvdb_id":7471765,"rating":"0","overview":"Hasan revisited the popular Facebook group Subtle Asian Traits to answer more questions, but this time he had some help from his parents Najme and Seema. Watch as Hasan's parents spill stories on what Hasan was like as a kid, when they've been most proud and most disappointed with him, what they think of his career now, and what it was like for the two of them raising a family as immigrants in America. They also reveal which episode of Patriot Act they enjoyed the most and which topic they would cover if they got to host the show. \r\n","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/0/58/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:0:58","released":"2019-11-04T11:00:00.000Z","episode":58,"description":"Hasan revisited the popular Facebook group Subtle Asian Traits to answer more questions, but this time he had some help from his parents Najme and Seema. Watch as Hasan's parents spill stories on what Hasan was like as a kid, when they've been most proud and most disappointed with him, what they think of his career now, and what it was like for the two of them raising a family as immigrants in America. 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But greed and corruption threaten to undermine the game's global growth.","thumbnail":"https://episodes.metahub.space/tt8080054/3/3/w780.jpg","id":"tt8080054:3:3","released":"2019-05-26T11:00:00.000Z","episode":3,"description":"Once a tool of British colonialism, cricket is now India's major sport. 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