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The Worst Episodes of Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj

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The Worst Episodes of Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj

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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  1. 7.2/10(141 votes)

    #1 - The Legal Marijuana Industry Is Rigged

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

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  2. 7.7/10(338 votes)

    #2 - Affirmative Action

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    Hasan breaks down how a lawsuit by Asian American students against Harvard could kill affirmative action, and where a conservative activist fits in.

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  3. 7.7/10(230 votes)

    #3 - Supreme

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    Hasan investigates the economics and shelf life of cool as he turns his eye toward streetwear brand Supreme, which peddles hype as much as its clothes.

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  4. 7.7/10(196 votes)

    #4 - Hip-hop and Streaming

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    Hip-hop has already taken over America, but streaming platforms have allowed the genre to transform into a disruptive political force around the world.

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  5. 7.7/10(133 votes)

    #5 - The Broken Policing System

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    Five years after three high-profile killings by police, Hasan looks at the culture and systems in place that help officers avoid accountability.

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  6. 7.8/10(208 votes)

    #6 - Content Moderation and Free Speech

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    Season Final. As social media companies grow into worldwide behemoths, Hasan reveals how they take advantage of outdated laws to curate content and avoid regulation.

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  8. 7.8/10(144 votes)

    #7 - What Happens If You Can't Pay Rent?

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    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.

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  9. 7.9/10(235 votes)

    #8 - Oil

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    A massive but little-known oil spill off the U.S. Gulf Coast prompts Hasan to examine the serious consequences of expanding American oil production.

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  10. 7.9/10(162 votes)

    #9 - The Real Cost of Cruises

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    Cruise lines promise fun, inexpensive vacations, but Hasan discovers that major carriers are exploiting loose regulations on labor, safety and crime.

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  11. 8.0/10(207 votes)

    #10 - Student Loans

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    As millions of Americans struggle with crushing student loan debt, Hasan digs deep to expose the negligent and dishonest practices of loan servicers.

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  12. 8.0/10(206 votes)

    #11 - The Dark Side of the Video Game Industry

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    Video games are bigger than ever, but the people who make them are often exploited. Hasan takes a look at the darker side of the gaming industry.

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  13. 8.0/10(164 votes)

    #12 - Why Your Public Transportation Sucks

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    Hasan examines how the U.S. government and the Koch brothers are sabotaging plans to revive and expand public transportation as infrastructure crumbles.

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  14. 8.1/10(361 votes)

    #13 - Saudi Arabia

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    In the wake of journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s death, Hasan exposes grim truths about Saudi Arabia and the charismatic crown prince known as “MBS.”

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  15. 8.1/10(206 votes)

    #14 - Drug Pricing

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    Hasan examines the major players in America's drug industry, and how the prices of life-saving medications like insulin continue to rise unabated.

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  16. 8.1/10(192 votes)

    #15 - Civil Rights Under Trump

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    Two years into the Trump administrations, Hasan spotlights how government officials have been quietly and systematically dismantling civil rights.

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  17. 8.1/10(188 votes)

    #16 - The Two Sides of Canada

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    In advance of Canada's election, Hasan talks with Justin Trudeau and scrutinizes the prime minister's reputation as a champion of progressive policies.

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  18. 8.2/10(301 votes)

    #17 - Amazon

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    Hasan takes time out from his Amazon addiction to analyze the relentless tactics the company used to become the largest online retailer in the world.

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  19. 8.2/10(219 votes)

    #18 - Immigration Enforcement

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    Hasan takes on immigration in America, going beyond the headlines to dissect disheartening policies and the Trump administration's motivations.

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  20. 8.2/10(230 votes)

    #19 - Censorship in China

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    After addressing his Saudi Arabia controversy, Hasan highlights censorship in China and how a #MeToo movement has emerged despite government controls.

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  21. 8.2/10(336 votes)

    #20 - Indian Elections

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    Just before voters head to the polls in India's national election, Hasan explains what's at stake for the world’s largest and most diverse democracy.

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  22. 8.2/10(142 votes)

    #21 - How Coronavirus Broke America

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

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  23. 8.2/10(113 votes)

    #22 - Why the News Industry Is Dying

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

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  24. 8.2/10(112 votes)

    #23 - Is College Still Worth It?

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

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  25. 8.2/10(109 votes)

    #24 - Why Doing Taxes Is So Hard

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

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  26. 8.3/10(184 votes)

    #25 - Fentanyl

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    As overdoses involving fentanyl continue to skyrocket, Hasan traces the origins of the synthetic opioid and how drug companies profit from its misuse.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Legal Marijuana Industry Is Rigged" is the worst rated episode of "Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj". It scored 7.2/10 based on 141 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 5/24/2020. This episode scored 0.5 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Affirmative Action".