America’s Zaddy: Fareed Zakaria

[@O_WA0]

I like how Netflix drops him. The New Yorker disparages him. Yet he's resilient and attracts top guests that these others wouldn't be able to get on their shows.

[@ravichordia3968]

*Left Guests... Would love to see him speak with some top voices on the right, like Trump, Musk, Ramaswammy, Vance, etc. But I don't think he can speak with people who are both smarter than him & disagree with him. It's just easier to have these softball talks that go nowhere and shake their fists at billionaires.

[@ravichordia3968]

Just realized while watching this, he mostly interviews leftist desi Muslims...I'm so glad to be Republican. I too am desi, but hey Zeus, I don't only want to talk to my ppl that agree with me. Poor guy, lives in an echo chamber; what a terribly small mind that will not be able to understand the majority of electorate.

[@pw44salem]

@@ravichordia3968, Are you that lame? Typical RepubliCON that feels & thinks that Hasan, is incapable to speak with right leaning individuals. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@CosmicCricket]

how far conservatives have fallen. I know of all the people that conservatives considered intellectual before 2016 and none of them are on your list

[@TheTwara]

​@ravichordia3968 Don't put conservatives inability to take disagreement on him!

[@Gomesna]

This collab made me feel dazzled.

[@SabDo-t5f]

Islam is the snake in grass and moderate Islam is the grass. Come talk to us so we can prove this to you on Atheist Republic.

[@HasanMinhaj]

How dazzled were you by this interview?

[@thebestevertherewas]

Very

[@VirtousStoic]

❤Plz 1 day🥺🙏🤞consider making a new patriot act-like show on your youtube channel. It was the best show on earth. Love you anyway man, keep up the awesome content ❤

[@yousreyakhalil5238]

👍👍

[@muhammadaltahhan1244]

Totally Dazzled 😆 I was not happy though when Fareed mentioned he is not practicing; Always practice at least the five pillars, Hasan. Wishing all the best for you and Fareed! BTW, it would be beautiful if you make a documentary about Umrah or Hajj brother! Or about traveling while giving your insights; this is ought to bring benefits to your channel!

[@maglomanic-mama]

Such dazzle.

[@midolex2757]

A great interview. I was born and raised in Japan and came to the US in 1991. I love Politics and that's why I love both Hasan and Fareed. But I have to say that I was super disappointed when Fareed supported the invasion of Iraq when it was debated in the US. I couldn't figure out how someone so intelligent ant and knowledgeable as Fareed could be blinded by the idea that invading Iraq was such a good idea.

[@1525boy]

Fareed went along with the likes of Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden who both supported the invasion of Iraq 🇮🇶 at that time.

[@radwanabu-issa4350]

Because he feels compelled to support his Zionist patrons.

[@binteboston5685]

@@imacg5I agree completely. Thankfully, Fareed has "matured" into a more astute and aware citizen. It is probably very hard to succeed in the mainstream media controlled by mad morons who invoke fear among journalists. Fareed has a Kashmiri background but has not dared to highlight the plight of Kashmiri Muslims or the Muslims living all over India.

[@1525boy]

@@binteboston5685 How do you know he is Kashmiri? He was born and raised in Bombay.

[@1525boy]

@@binteboston5685 He’s not Kashmiri. He he has talked about the treatment of Muslims in India 🇮🇳 several times before. He is very critical of Modi and the BJP.

[@kunalpurohit1090]

Willem Dafoe with a tan!!😀😀😀

[@goldmother2238]

Great observation!!!

[@ca8rio8ca]

🗣️🗣️🗣️

[@ukbrighteducation1075]

He did not react to the observation, just continued answering the question!!

[@adurpandya2742]

Huh, never noticed

[@Chuckruu]

Nah Dafoe is a non melanised Zakaria!

[@johnkay121]

This is a great series Hasan! Your series of interviews are really well organized, thought-provoking, but still have really funny components. Thanks so much for doing these, please keep them up!

[@katherinemanno7687]

I love the Ronnie Chieng bit😭

[@SabDo-t5f]

Islam is the snake in grass and moderate Islam is the grass. Come talk to us so we can prove this to you on Atheist Republic.

[@MelTimmins-publichealth]

I’m completely convinced that Hasan is easily the best man on earth 💕 the way he vocalized gratitude…so sweet. ✅ his emotional intelligence is so endearing.

[@ewdenver1]

Thank you for this dialogue, I’m 73 year old disabled veteran living on the edge 9f poverty. Much for Respect both of these men. Gives a little hope in this hopeless world. ❤

[@vishnushanker18]

"William dafoe with a tan" ended me.

[@jessiegould7521]

😂

[@FindtherealRachel]

😼 IKR

[@psychosaif]

It’s Willem Dafoe tho not William. Hasan said it as well. 🤓

[@KripaSingh]

This was a good one. I like it when he talks about "appreciate the culture of the country you come in to and if all you wanted to recreate little India, you could stay in India." This is so true.

[@nsn5564]

This is totally watching the Indian American Super Bowl. The intelligent, connected players at their best.

[@SabDo-t5f]

Islam is the snake in grass and moderate Islam is the grass. Come talk to us so we can prove this to you on Atheist Republic.

[@kirchunetwork1986]

One of the best interview I’ve seen in the recent times. As a fellow desi American from Bangalore, India very proud of Fareed’s achievements.

[@rosemarysanchez5107]

me too I love Both , Hasan, and fareed I have Respect for Both ,❤

[@thebestevertherewas]

Nephew --Uncle Energy

[@SabDo-t5f]

Islam is the snake in grass and moderate Islam is the grass. Come talk to us so we can prove this to you on Atheist Republic.

[@DrVictorVasconcelos]

Reminds me of Zakaria's interview with the Holocaust survivor Human Rights Watch founder in which he said Israel was committing genocide and explained his reasoning, shocking Zakaria, which CNN never uploaded to KZbin.

[@Flame-zn7jp]

Where can you find this interview?

[@lawrencetchen]

Would love a link as well, thank you!

[@adrianadam8543]

Two Kings, America's Great Comedian, Hasan Minhaj, and one of America's greatest journalests, Fareed Zakaria. I love you guys. Keep doing what your doing.

[@pambacchus5421]

Even Fareed can’t make me go back to watching CNN.

[@Tanktaco]

I've always held Fareed Zakaria in the highest esteem and always felt like I was a little niche nerd for doing so, attentively listening with less impressive eyebrows every time. Never would have guessed so many felt similarly, thank you very much for the interview Hasan.

[@pawingard]

I thought I knew what it meant to be dazzled. I thought I had experienced dazzle, but dazzle reaches soaring new heights in this interview. Please keep it up both of you.

[@NotFluplaxio]

Dazzling

[@RafsanulHoqueHridoy]

Thank you for this discussion, and I love this series of Hassan trying to confront that Brown identity VS American Militarism issue through his stand-up, the interview with Mehdi Hasan, and here as well. Even if someone is not an American, but studies international affairs to the slightest bit, it becomes difficult to unsee what the US has done to many countries. But then you have American friends who don't have the slightest clue. Anyways, I hope you keep talking about this.

[@sananp.4718]

Great interview. We need to see Fareed Zakaria in this format more often. Thanks Hasan.

[@SabDo-t5f]

Islam is the snake in grass and moderate Islam is the grass. Come talk to us so we can prove this to you on Atheist Republic.

[@notbatman1001]

Thanks for the great interview and the book link. Also, the visuals deserve kudos.

[@yasuynnuf1947]

Thank you Fareed for your show. Always respected your point of view.

[@prateekbale3932]

An exemplary journalist and a human being. A true representation of how an immigrant should view the country he/she Immigrates to with assimilating in the countries value. Loved the line " if you want to recreate little india you should have stayed in India". Respect and be loyal to the country that has given you such opportunities and also hold them accountable when needed.

[@SindhuKoler]

So, funny thing… I have always been comforted by watching Fareed because he DOES remind me of my dad. Composed, peaceful, intelligent, thoughtful, precise in his speech, kind-hearted and even his smile. (I honestly wish I could post photos on here so I could show you the similarities). It didn’t even matter the content because just watching and listening to him was enough, but then the substance was bonus! I never realized this was a universal thing. I thought it was just me! Love you both. Keep up the good work!

[@Stitchxavi]

It’s amazing that he didn’t appreciate his voice. He makes everything sound so interesting and intellectual

[@Valkyri3Z]

The only commercial break i will gladly watch.

[@d.a.f.]

Such a great series of interviews!!!

[@nsn5564]

THIS IS THE GREATEST INTERVIEW SERIES OF ALL TIME!!!!

[@mariamsheikh6161]

Hasan you're one of the only people doing what Jon Stewart used to do and, while you're not as aggressive in your viewpoint, I think you manage to do a great job being respectful in pushing your subjects to address sticky criticisms of their insulated perspectives. These conversations between generations in Desi and Muslim communities really needed to happen, and I'm glad you're doing more than that too. I'm really happy to see you continue to do what you're so good at, promoting thoughtful dialogues with great humour (I absolutely loved the glasses in mouth gag lmao), and that you are so authentic to the people who have supported you and need your responsible use of your platform. Appreciate your work a lot.

[@sridharturaga5512]

Nice interview. Fareed is definitely one of the best commentators in the US media. I appreciate it when he talks about the Bangladesh war in 1971. Interesting, he chose something no one knows about much.

[@LeninMcDonalds]

He seems very ‘centre’ in terms of American politics. Very conservative and moderate in his approach. Much like many first gen immigrants. But the centre in America is pretty right leaning. Like he rightly points out Hassan grew up more like a 2nd genner (had his schooling etc in us) which makes a huge difference in his more left leaning approach. While I’m sure Zakaria is a very wonderful human being , his political stance is increasingly being co-opted by the extreme right, making it a slippery slope into stronger takeover by big money and capital. Especially in USA.

[@Muricans1776]

When you see this it’s easy to understand why there are so many successful legal immigrant Indians in the US. Hard working, resilient and dedicated. 👏

[@ITS-ART_4KIDS]

Thank you for doing this Hasan🙏This interview was a treat for ears & eyes! Fareed is phenomenal! OG Fareed! Every Immigrant & 1st, 2nd gen immigrant should listen to this interview!

[@SabDo-t5f]

Islam is the snake in grass and moderate Islam is the grass. Come talk to us so we can prove this to you on Atheist Republic.

[@kr902]

Brilliantly dazzled, thank you guys 😎

[@Z10C]

Hasan, I love your humor! These are great, keep going!

[@GlobalCitizen55]

Hasan’s so right about dads wanting to be Fareed. 😂😂😂 Feeling love for all the dads out there❤

[@Juiceimortal]

I never realized. the striking resemblance between fareed zakaria and willam dafoe

[@wackman123]

I never would’ve watched this video if it was another interviewer. Hassan makes it fun and makes me glad I watched it because I learn something about people I don’t know well or even at all. Love Hassans videos and this format

[@pareekphone2617]

It was fascinating to see your question about Davis High. As a father born in India and raising kids here I could 100% relate to the difference of perspective. @Hasan the fact that you had the chance to be at Davis high. That the ascribed vs. achieved kind of question. You are two of my favorite people I look upto. Thanks for the amazing collab.

[@MsEriKaT]

I was in Dhaka, Bangladesh 🇧🇩 from autumn 1992 to spring 1995 😊

[@mrking6259]

Both of them are Indian not Bangladeshi btw .

[@MsEriKaT]

@mrking6259 LOL I know. They just discussed Bangladesh in the episode, that's all.

[@mirzabaig2004]

I did not know that Hasan and Fareed, my two favorite Indians in the US were friends!. Loved it.

[@BF7777-z]

This is the ideal interview format for our generation. Thank you 🙏

[@mauliksharma]

We need that Ronnie cameo

[@silenceisgolden3238]

“William Dafoe with a tan” Bruh!!!! Spot on!

[@nancysmith3400]

You two are the Best !!! Thanks🤗

[@adityakushw]

This interview is dazzling

[@eric6174]

You both have broken barriers. Big Love to you!

[@neelufarhashmi569]

I was waiting for you to ask Fareed about Gaza.

[@ashwinpawar5325]

He's obviously an establishment media guy but seems like a really nice person

[@saitotil]

I am dazzled. Both you are very good at what you do. Big up from 🇹🇿

[@dirtyoledog519]

loved this, always watch fareed

[@SoniaRamos-s8b]

Love that you have this Hasan!❤ I missed your show on Netflix and you being on the Daily Show (you should have gotten it after Trevor’s departure). I’ve always loved how you mix comedy into serious topics (you speaking to congress 😂) and make us think. ❤

[@nancychandler367]

Ty. It's been difficult watching anything political. This was therapeutic. 🙏

[@JustUdoro]

The Dazzling information I gleaned from this here interview was beyond dazzle. Thank you🤣🙌🏾🤣

[@ale_lingua]

1:00 And there it is. I am embarrassed that I was not able to place him during the introduction. HOWEVER, that same ignorance allowed me the pleasure of solving a small puzzle during the time of said introduction. I was going back and forth, “actor,” “no, politician” “no, no, social media star who got famous doing something actually real and important.” I couldn’t home in on it exactly but somehow I knew. ❤ Hasan is so real for acknowledging this man’s gravitas and facial structure.

[@simonalexanderwood]

Fantastic comedic tension Hassan kept throwing in the jokes the baiting the offbeat comments but Fareed just kept marching on the path straight ahead ignoring the interference like he was still on CNN. This indicated a generational contrast added to the fun.

[@ingridgrattidge5887]

Love you both and thank you both for addressing our collective humanity. One ❤

[@radwanabu-issa4350]

Example of people who pursues success in America achieving wealth, social status, and personal recognition.

[@KittyCat-lp3zy]

I wish you challenged him more for being the Muslim representative on shows like Bill Maher to erase the narrative of new generations of Muslims. Check his appearance in Bill’s show supporting his bs on Gaza and not challenging him. I respect Farid but he’s not the hero. Not a role model for the new generation.

[@pjs3493]

Good job! Fareed is one of the smartest and most articulate thinkers around!

[@ziabukh]

Wonderful chat. Loved it.

[@pyropakman]

“Why they hate us” 2001 Newsweek cover took me back to my parents’ kitchen in 7th grade holy shit

[@mcrubio2]

I'm Colombian. Thank you for this!

[@hussainsaleh5363]

Very dazzling interview thank ❤

[@herenow7854]

Yes! Dazzle and sparkle. Great show!

[@lucyj4880]

Absolutely loving these interviews

[@tarikjaveed7473]

Farid is a coward. This is why Farid still gets hired by USA TV and Mehdi does not. The only example when he was ashamed of USA was during the Bangladesh movement. Not Palestine, not Gaza, not nukes, not Iraq, not Afghanistan, well the list goes on.

[@teresaamanfu7408]

The lack of Palestinian voices on tv is a tragedy. And Farid’s full throated support for Vivek and Elon makes him sound dubious to me. This was a missed opportunity by Hassan.

[@centaurkt047]

Mehdi ..yes , the unbiased free thinker and modernist 😂 with a bit of spinelessness to criticize the barbaric religious practices and extremism. You sir are right to feel Farid is a coward

[@RenuJain-z9t]

I like you, Minhaz. Beneath the funny facade, there is a thoughtful, and courageous person, who I admire. And ofcourse, I have always been a big fan of Fareed Zakaria.

[@dornyearwoodlewis2568]

Totally enjoyed this👍👍👍👍👍

[@wahabnassery2097]

Excellent show !

[@carlychamberlain4237]

Such great research as always. As a Canadian, I will always think of your greatest moment as pulling Saudi Weapons questions on Justin Trudeau. The only American who has ever covered JT with nuance. ❤🙏

[@clivedsouza6213]

This was a fantastic interview, Hasan. Well done.

[@asiyakabir1058]

The two of you on one screen. Bedazzled!

[@RajeevKhanna-q4c]

Really enjoyed this interview !

[@andreac3362]

I hope you do a semi-annual check-in. This was a good interview and I think it would be a good segment to continue.

[@wiskirz]

This was fabulous. Thanks for doing this interview.

[@jhonklan3794]

Fareed is the goat! His book about illiberal democracy is serious scholarship and he seems to be one of the few elites thats actually wired into the what the American public are feeling.

[@hamzasyed]

He's really not. His takes on Palestine and the campus protests earlier this year, along with a whole host of other things, are consistently in support for American imperialism and neoliberalism. You will very rarely if ever hear him acknowledge the harm the US has caused around the world.

[@Maria-EU]

Such a great conversation! As a European, I had never heard of him and yet I would've loved to have the interview to last mich longer.

[@carlychamberlain4237]

These Facebook comments are so lovely and well thought out, he has great fans!

[@Rose41640]

What a dazzling interview :D.

[@Sacha-bacha]

Fantastic program and I like it.

[@muhammedimran5163]

Such a dazzling video

[@ZoneZero-sm9jv]

It's true, my Punjabi man's eyebrows turn me on so much.

[@notbatman1001]

Zakaria's book got me already in the intro.

[@falllightgoddess]

Dazzling

[@PrashantTayshetye]

Love the honesty by fareed

[@joeyjojoism]

Fantastic episode

[@mohamedelshaieb6489]

You are great Hassan ❤

[@jyotin.sengupta3712]

Fareed Zakaria is great. I truly like his GPS program on CNN.

[@Just_logic]

William defo with a tan 😂😂😂

[@nitishsawant5893]

I really respect Fareed. But honestly I'm disappointed when he said his family was poor 16:05 . His mother Fatima was a editor of a major newspaper while his father Rafiq was a prominent politician in Congress Party. Even by American standard thats rich as fuck. Romanticism of poverty by Indian NRIs is pretty common but honestly hearing it from Fareed was disappointing!

[@TheTwara]

He said he came from upper middle class family and is it impossible that his mother's to journey editorship was different!

[@mrking6259]

They left 40 years ago and they still think It is same .

[@pogo1649]

He said upper middle class. Didn’t claim poor

[@nsn5564]

I only wish Fareed's camera was a little more head on - if you're not using 2 cameras, please do!

[@ssubramanian605]

2 of my favorite people in an interview together ❤ Hasan when you come on the Kolkata chai commercial it sounds like you say coconut chai 😂 first time I heard it from my kitchen and thought it was a coconut chai and was intrigued by it :)

[@khanyasser]

This was a fantastic interview. captivating

[@majozishow]

What a dazzling interview!

[@Chuckruu]

Like Jaishankar, Mandela, Rabbani these are calm thinkers and highly intelligent and unflappable!

[@Subasically]

“Willem Dafoe with a tan” 😂 7:25

[@FreudSG]

Loved it!!

[@clanOT]

I've always wondered what the theme song was, but it was always too short to sample in shazam. There's a longer track in this video and it's "over there - nora bayes". You're welcome.

[@jonnyjonjonjrshabadoo6565]

Dazzling questions, interesting interview, I admire Fareed