Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj · S6 · E5
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.
About this episode
Local newspapers provide vital information in trying times, but as Hasan explains, private equity firms are pillaging these important institutions.
Season 6
1What Happens If You Can't Pay Rent?
26 minMay 17, 2020
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.
2The Legal Marijuana Industry Is Rigged
25 minMay 24, 2020
Hasan questions the booming cannabis industry, which is being dominated by rich white businessmen at the expense of small growers and people of color.
3How Coronavirus Broke America
22 minMay 31, 2020
With failing supply chains putting healthcare and food workers at risk, Hasan dissects how Trump's use of executive power exacerbates the problems.
4We Cannot Stay Silent About George Floyd
22 minJun 4, 2020
Hasan responds to the recent protests in America over police brutality.
5Why the News Industry Is Dying
12 minJun 7, 2020Now viewing
Local newspapers provide vital information in trying times, but as Hasan explains, private equity firms are pillaging these important institutions.
6Is College Still Worth It?
22 minJun 14, 2020
As colleges become more corporatized and offer less despite soaring costs, Hasan considers whether the value of a degree justifies the price tag.
7We're Doing Elections Wrong
23 minJun 21, 2020
America's winner-take-all elections drive a divisive, two-party machine that limits choice. Hasan explains — and champions a viable alternative.
8Why Doing Taxes Is So Hard
22 minJun 28, 2020
Hasan exposes how TurboTax pushes taxpayers away from its free service to a paid option, and why efforts to simplify filing have repeatedly failed.