Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj - Season 6

Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj - Season 6

Season 6

Volume 6

Every Sunday, Hasan Minhaj brings an incisive and nuanced perspective to global news, politics and culture in his unique comedy series.

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Episodes8
DatesMay 17, 2020 - Jun 28, 2020
Previous Season

Episodes

What Happens If You Can't Pay Rent?
Season 6Episode 122 min

What Happens If You Can't Pay Rent?

As millions of Americans struggle to pay rent during the COVID-19 pandemic, Hasan looks at how this could lead to a widespread eviction crisis.

May 17, 2020
The Legal Marijuana Industry Is Rigged
Season 6Episode 222 min

The Legal Marijuana Industry Is Rigged

Hasan questions the booming cannabis industry, which is being dominated by rich white businessmen at the expense of small growers and people of color.

May 24, 2020
How Coronavirus Broke America
Season 6Episode 321 min

How Coronavirus Broke America

With failing supply chains putting healthcare and food workers at risk, Hasan dissects how Trump's use of executive power exacerbates the problems.

May 31, 2020
We Cannot Stay Silent About George Floyd
Season 6Episode 411 min

We Cannot Stay Silent About George Floyd

Hasan makes an impassioned plea — especially to Asian Americans — to take action in support of Black Americans following the killing of George Floyd.

Jun 4, 2020
Why the News Industry Is Dying
Season 6Episode 522 min

Why the News Industry Is Dying

Local newspapers provide vital information in trying times, but as Hasan explains, private equity firms are pillaging these important institutions.

Jun 7, 2020
Is College Still Worth It?
Season 6Episode 622 min

Is College Still Worth It?

As colleges become more corporatized and offer less despite soaring costs, Hasan considers whether the value of a degree justifies the price tag.

Jun 14, 2020
We're Doing Elections Wrong
Season 6Episode 725 min

We're Doing Elections Wrong

America's winner-take-all elections drive a divisive, two-party machine that limits choice. Hasan explains — and champions a viable alternative.

Jun 21, 2020
Why Doing Taxes Is So Hard
Season 6Episode 826 min

Why Doing Taxes Is So Hard

Hasan exposes how TurboTax pushes taxpayers away from its free service to a paid option, and why efforts to simplify filing have repeatedly failed.

Jun 28, 2020

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