Sheila Nevins was the longtime President of HBO Documentary films.

She has worked on productions that have been recognized with 35 News and Documentary Emmy Awards, 42 Peabody Awards, and 26 Academy Awards. Sheila has also won 32 individual Primetime Emmy Awards, more than any other person.

Sheila talks to Bassem about being an outsider both in her childhood and also as a woman in Hollywood. They discuss Sheila's philosophy of storytelling and her favorite documentary. And, Sheila asks Bassem a few questions, too.

If you have questions or comments for Bassem, tweet them to him at @Byoussef with the hashtag #askbassem, email remade@cafe.com, or call 785-422-7736 (785-4-BASSEM) and leave a voicemail.

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Telling Stories with Sheila Nevins

Join Bassem Youssef, formerly an Egyptian satirical talk show host often called the "Jon Stewart of Egypt" who recently arrived  in the United States, as he explores being an outsider in America figuring out what it means to belong.

Society & Culture

Personal Journals

History

Philosophy

Places & Travel

Comedy

News

Jason Ross is a comedian and writer best known for his work on “The Daily Show” and “The President Show.”

Kendrick Sampson is a comedian and actor who has been on shows like “How to Get Away with Murder” and “The Flash.”

Guy Branum is a comedian, actor, writer and producer best known for “Talk Show The Game Show” and “Chelsea Lately.”

Bassem and his guests talk about whether certain jokes are funny or tasteless, what counts as hate speech and how to deal with it, and the effect of President Trump on comedians in America.

There is also some discussion of Bassem’s beautiful blue eyes.

If you have questions or comments for Bassem, tweet them to him at @Byoussef with the hashtag #askbassem, email remade@cafe.com, or call 785-422-7736 (785-4-BASSEM) and leave a voicemail.

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Free Speech in Comedy: A Live Podcast with Jason Ross, Kendrick Sampson and Guy Branum

Preet Bharara is the former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, which made him one of the most powerful lawyers in America. Preet was the first Indian-American ever appointed U.S. Attorney in that district.

After being fired from that job by President Trump, Preet began hosting a podcast, “Stay Tuned with Preet,” on which he explores issues of justice and fairness with his guests. Preet is also a CNN commentator, teaches at NYU Law School, and is almost done with his first book.

Preet talks with Bassem about growing up in two cultures, prosecuting criminals and hosting a podcast, among many other topics. At the end of the episode, Bassem and Preet answer listener voicemails together.

If you have questions or comments for Bassem, tweet them to him at @Byoussef with the hashtag #askbassem, email remade@cafe.com, or call 785-422-7736 (785-4-BASSEM) and leave a voicemail.

Justice, Fairness and McDonald's with Preet Bharara

Kiran Deol is a filmmaker, comedian and actor. She tours regularly as a stand-up comedian and has appeared on TV shows like “Modern Family” and “How to Get Away with Murder.” Kiran is currently working on “Arranged,” a half-hour comedy pilot on which she plays one of the leads. 

Kiran has produced films including “Woman Rebel,” which was shortlisted for an Oscar, and “American Haze,” which she made for Sundance. 

Kiran talks with Bassem about immigrant patriotism, filmmaking, and her experiences as a South Asian woman in Hollywood. 

If you have questions or comments for Bassem, tweet them to him at @Byoussef with the hashtag #askbassem, email remade@cafe.com, or call 785-422-7736 (785-4-BASSEM) and leave a voicemail. 

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Immigrant Patriotism with Kiran Deol

Jordan Peterson is a Canadian psychologist, professor, and self-help guru. He has become a controversial new voice of the conservative movement. Jordan recently published a book called "12 Rules for Life" and hosts "The Jordan B Peterson Podcast."

Jordan talked with Bassem about the origins of his ideology, identity politics, transgender pronouns, Ukrainian farmers, and white privilege.

If you have questions or comments for Bassem, tweet them to him at @Byoussef with the hashtag #askbassem, email remade@cafe.com, or call 785-422-7736 (785-4-BASSEM) and leave a voicemail.

Telling Stories with Sheila Nevins

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