CHAPTER 8
HOW TO ENGINEER A HOT STREAK
“Honey, you have to see Hasan’s special!”
I joined my wife on the couch to watch the comedy special, Homecoming King. Soon I understand exactly why Hasan Minhaj had captivated my wife (and thousands of others). His wit is quick, and he’s charming. His political analysis is irreverent yet sophisticated. He incorporates popular culture, and he’s uncommonly genius. That’s why his Netflix show, The Patriot Act, had reimagined the late-night talk show.
The Patriot Act focused largely on somewhat sophisticated political commentary, but with a whole lot of hilarity and a hip technological setup. Think Stephen Colbert meets Tosh.0. Minhaj is a South Asian North American. I am too, so I understand the disruptive ...
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