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Express ConversationsKal Penn Exclusive: From Harold & Kumar to the Obama White HouseJoin us for an insightful conversation with Kal Penn — acclaimed actor, author, and former White House staffer. Known for his breakout role in Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004) and his powerful performance in The Namesake (2006), Kal Penn has long been a familiar South Asian face in both Hollywood and public service. In this engaging session, Penn reflects on his journey from Hollywood to the White House, where he served as Associate Director of Public Engagement under President Barack Obama. He discusses his advocacy for young Americans, Asian Americans, and the arts, as well as his ongoing work to champion au...
2025-08-081h 14
Nerdist in AudioHAROLD & KUMAR 4 Is in the Works with John Cho and Kal Penn Expected to ReturnAt a recent reunion panel at C2E2, stars John Cho (Harold) and Kal Penn (Kumar) confirmed they are both ready and eager to make a fourth film in the Harold & Kumar franchise.Here are the key takeaways from the article:The Stars Are On Board: Both Cho and Penn expressed their willingness to return to the roles. Cho stated they are "ready," but emphasized that it needs to be "something special" and the right idea, not just a sequel for the sake of it.Creators Are Also Interested: The film's creators, Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schl...
2025-06-2501 min
Pod Meets WorldKal Penn Meets WorldIt’s time to talk to Boy Meets World’s most famous background actor! Before he was Kumar, before he became a doctor on “House” and before he met your mother, Kal Penn found his way onto our favorite ‘90s sitcom - even though you probably never knew it. Kal joins the gang to share his memories from the Season 4 episode, “Quiz Show,” and talk about his time as an extra breaking into Hollywood (he even walked around another TGIF classic). From White Castle to the White House, this week the gang talks to one of the mo...
2025-01-131h 05
Hello Monday with Jessi HempelKal Penn on having two careersThis week, we’re bringing back our 2021 conversation with Kal Penn. Kal has had a unique journey, balancing his work as an actor with his time as a White House staffer. In this episode he shared how he approached such different experiences.Follow Kal Penn on LinkedIn.Follow Jessi Hempel on LinkedIn and order her debut memoir, now in paperback.Join the Hello Monday community: Subscribe to the Hello Monday newsletter, and join us this week on the LinkedIn News page for Hello Monday Office Hours, Wednesdays at 3p ET.To continue t...
2024-05-2738 min
Paul's Positive PodcastPaul's Positive Podcast: Embracing Life's Mosaic with Kal Penn and Mary J. Blige's Empowering StoriesPaul's Positive Podcast: Celebrating Human SpiritWelcome to Paul's Positive PodcastHosted by the vibrant Amy Iverson, this podcast is a soul-stirring journey tailored just for you, Paul. It's an awe-inspiring payload of optimism, diving into stories of remarkable individuals whose lives embody the epitome of the human spirit's resilience and joy. In this captivating segment, Amy revels in the awe-inspiring tale of Kal Penn. Her enthusiasm is palpable as she recounts Penn's multifaceted life—a tapestry woven with the threads of diverse cultures, illustrious career shifts, and a touching narrative of self-discovery. Kal...
2024-02-2106 min
Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News: The Podcast“Stop Trump” Campaign | LIV Golf Report | Kal PennThis week on Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News, James Smartwood delivers a special report from the Saudi-backed LIV Golf league where he investigates accusations of sportswashing and resists the urge to beg CEO Greg Norman for a massive paycheck, Big News tackles the "Stop Trump" campaign and interviews Ron DeSantis' overactive sweat gland with PBS Firing Line's Margaret Hoover, and actor and comedian Kal Penn joins the Hot Take team to discuss Biden 2024 and the lack of Tyler Templeton representation in movies.
2023-05-0427 min
The Daily Show: Ears EditionKal Penn's Extended Interview with President Joe BidenPresident Biden discusses his political heroes while giving Kal Penn a tour of the Oval Office and a rare look inside the president's private study. President Biden also discusses passing bipartisan legislation when the country is so divided, and how young people's advocacy can affect policy on climate, drilling, and human rights. Original Air Date: March 13, 2023See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-0322 minThe Daily Show: Ears EditionKal Penn Discusses The Pope Potentially Ending Celibacy Requirements | Chasten ButtigiegKal Penn discusses the news of the day including a seaweed blob approaching the Florida coast, the Pope's potential about-face on celibacy requirements for priests, and the Nebraska lawmaker who filibustered for three weeks to squash anti-trans bills. Chasten Buttigieg discusses the reason he created a young adult version of his bestselling memoir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-1724 minThe Daily Show: Ears EditionKal Penn Weighs In On The Debut of ChatGPT-4 | Radhika JonesKal Penn tackles the EPA limiting toxic forever chemicals in drinking water, the Pentagon blocking the Biden Administration from sharing evidence of Russian war crimes, and OpenAI debuting ChatGPT-4. Radhika Jones, Editor in Chief of Vanity Fair, discusses how she was able to expand the magazine’s reach by embracing the evolution of culture, the importance of elevating new voices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-1622 minThe Daily Show: Ears EditionKal Penn Reports On Biden's Pardon For Weed Convictions | Bilawal Bhutto ZardariKal Penn takes on the latest news, including Biden approving a drilling project and offering pardons for weed convictions, the city of Newark entering a sister city deal with a fake city, flamingoes forming cliques, and a swimming pool sized asteroid heading towards Earth. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari discusses how his worldview on the climate crisis changed after experiencing unprecedented floods first-hand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-1547 minThe Daily Show: Ears EditionKal Penn Covers The Silicon Valley Bank Collapse | President Joe BidenKal Penn tackles the latest news including Fox News blaming the Silicon Valley Bank collapse on "woke", the 95th Academy Awards, and Trump's chart topping song by the J6 prison choir. Kal Penn and President Joe Biden talk about passing bipartisan legislation when the country is so divided, and how young people's advocacy can affect policy on climate, drilling, and human rights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-1432 min
CBS Mornings on the GoKal Penn Previews Biden Interview | Christina Ricci on "Yellowjackets" & "Wednesday"Silicon Valley Bank faced a swift and historic demise late last week, and federal regulators worked through the weekend to prevent a possible banking crisis. CBS News' Errol Barnett has more from some businesses that are feeling the impact and CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger discuss esthe collapse and the Federal Reserve's latest action.Actor and author Kal Penn joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss guest-hosting "The Daily Show" and his interview with President Biden.Actress Christina Ricci joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the highly anticipated Season 2 of the acclaimed show "Yellowjackets." Plus, revisiting the...
2023-03-1328 min
The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen ColbertKal Penn | “Getting Warmer with Kal Penn”Kal Penn is hosting a new show that acknowledges the challenges posed by our changing climate, and focuses on actionable solutions. “Getting Warmer with Kal Penn” is streaming on Bloomberg Television and you can see him guest hosting “The Daily Show” starting March 13th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-03-0411 min
The Climate Daily"Getting Warmer with Kal Penn", Goldman Environmental Prize 2023 Ceremony Announced, What Is ISEW?"Getting Warmer with Kal Penn," plus the Goldman Environmental Prize 2023 ceremony date announced, and what Is ISEW?
2023-02-0606 min
Minnie Questions with Minnie DriverKal PennMinnie questions actor, author, and former White House staff member, Kal Penn. Kal shares stories of hearing his grandparents' stories of marching with Ghandi, first-hand experiences of systemic racism in auditions, and the secret ingredient to his favorite vegetarian tacos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-3046 min
Tuckered Out with Ami ThakkarYou Can't Be Serious With Kal PennIt's a reunion! Twenty years after being his production assistant on a film set in Austin, TX, Kal Penn and I get a chance to sit down and catch up about it all.Kal Penn, is an American actor, author, academic lecturer and former White House staff member in the Barack Obama administration. You may know him from television shows such as House, Designated Survivor, Sunnyside, and How I Met Your Mother. He is also recognized for his performance in the film The Namesake and of course the Harold and Kumar series (I personally still lo...
2022-11-031h 03
The Conversation: About The MenCourage with Kal PennLike many children of immigrants, Kal Penn had to have 1000 times more tenacity and grit to get to where he is today. In this latest episode of Amanda de Cadenet’s special series, “The Conversation: About the Men,” she talks to the actor about his early influences, how he got the courage to pursue acting, as well as a really funny story about how he landed a job at the White House (pro-tip: get in front of Michelle Obama to make your case). Along the way, Amanda learns from Kal about what he means when he talks about the “white di...
2022-10-2454 min
The Conversation with Amanda de CadenetCourage with Kal PennLike many children of immigrants, Kal Penn had to have 1000 times more tenacity and grit to get to where he is today. In this latest episode of Amanda de Cadenet’s special series, “The Conversation: About the Men,” she talks to the actor about his early influences, how he got the courage to pursue acting, as well as a really funny story about how he landed a job at the White House (pro-tip: get in front of Michelle Obama to make your case). Along the way, Amanda learns from Kal about what he means when he talks about the “white di...
2022-10-2454 min
House Calls with Dr. Vivek MurthyKal Penn: Taking the Path of Most ResistanceWhat do you do when who you want to be and who the world tells you to be are different? In a world of stereotypes and expectations, how do we figure out who we really are? Actor Kal Penn and the Surgeon General go deep on these questions as they compare notes on growing up as children of immigrants and discuss Penn’s experiences with discrimination, bullying, self-doubt, and societal pressure while launching his career. If you have ever wondered how to navigate being different, or wanting something other than what’s expected of you, tune in – Kal Penn has be...
2022-10-0559 min
The Checkup with Doctor MikeKal Penn: From White Castle To White HouseBuy Kal's book here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/You-Cant-Be-Serious/Kal-Penn/9781982171391
Kal Penn has one of the strangest resumes in Hollywood. You most likely remember Kal as half of the stoner comedy duo “Harold and Kumar”, or if you’ve watched a lot of medical dramas like I have you may have enjoyed his 2 season arc on House MD where he lit a patient on fire instead of doing chest compressions. But if your name is “Barack Obama” (hey Prez, check your DMs, come on the show?) you may instead remember Kal as a full time staff member at the White...
2022-09-281h 31
Beyond the Fame with Jason FraleyKal PennWTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with actor Kal Penn as this week marks 15 years since "House" Season 4, which introduced Penn as Dr. Lawrence Kutner. They spoke in 2015 when Penn reunited with “House” creator David Shore for the CBS crime drama “Battle Creek,” as well as memories of “Harold & Kumar.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")
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2022-09-2109 min
Lit UpKal Penn on his memoir You Can't Be Serious.This week, Angela speaks to the actor and writer Kal Penn about his memoir You Can't Be Serious, now in paperback. Angie talks to Kal about what led him to leave his role as a TV regular on House to work in the Obama administration, and a whole lot more.Kal's book, You Can't Be Serious, is available now. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-0651 min
The Drew Barrymore ShowKal Penn on Riding in Air Force One and How a Guidance Counselor Inspired His Book Title
Kal Penn chats with Drew about his career at the White House, his Hollywood projects, Indian weddings, and more! Plus, Kal is surprised with two audience members who want to thank him for his inspirational life! For Kal Penn's book ""You Can't Be Serious"": https://amzn.to/3dcNMQP"
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2022-08-2610 min
On with Mario InterviewsKal PennKal Penn zooms in to talk new project with Tim Allen, wedding plans and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-08-1905 min
Anna Faris Is UnqualifiedKal PennKal Penn [Harold & Kumar, Designated Survivor, How I met Your Mother, House] talks with Anna about the challenges of writing his book You Can’t Be Serious, growing up the child of immigrants in New York, impressing the school bullies, being set on fire, working in the White House, his appreciation of NASCAR, and much more.Our first call today is with Megan whose best friend’s husband kissed her unexpectedly. Making matters worse, the man also happens to be the pastor of Megan’s church. Now he is accusing Megan of initiating the kiss and it see...
2022-08-171h 00
South Asian TrailblazersKal Penn, ActorSend us a textTo kick off Season 5, Simi sits down with Kal Penn, esteemed Actor, Author, and former White House Staffer.Kal jumpstarted his acting career in the early 2000s, with performances in The Namesake and Harold & Kumar franchise. He has also starred in a host of other fan favorites: Designated Survivor, House, and How I Met Your Mother to name a few.In 2009, Kalpen made a left turn out of acting and into the Obama Administration where he served as the Principal Associate Director in the White House Office...
2022-08-1644 min
Cinephile with Adnan VirkKal Penn + The CaptainAdnan talks to Kal Penn about Harold and Kumar, working for Obama, Van Wilder, breaking into the film industry as a minority, and Kal tells a fantastic story about an Indian stripper (11:43). The Captain (39:33). Were Alex Rodriguez’s criticisms of Derek Jeter fair? Adnan has two run-ins with the law. Adnan rips White Castle burgers. Adnan binges a bunch of Jack Nicholson movies including The Postman Always Rings Twice, The Last Detail, Five Easy Pieces, and One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest (57:31). Adnan’s advice for Keith Olbermann. Do doctors tell all patients their cholesterol is a little high? M...
2022-08-161h 08
Taste of TaylorWhite Castle to the White House with Kal PennActor and star of the Harold and Kumar trilogy, House, and Designated Survivor, Kal Penn joins Tay this week to talk about how he went from being a movie star to working with Barack Obama, coming out in Hollywood, his upcoming wedding, and his real-life weed smoking habits. Don’t forget to check out his book ‘You Can’t be Serious’ AVAILABLE NOW in paperback. Sponsors: Right now Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off your first three months at ritual.com/TAYLOR Visit drinksmooj.com to find Smoojnear y...
2022-08-1151 min
Everything Iconic with Danny PellegrinoDanny & Kal Penn (Actor/Author)Danny chats with actor Kal Penn about his career in movies like Harold and Kumar, Van Wilder, and more! Plus, his time in the White House, coming out, and more from his new book, You Can't Be Serious, available now in paperback!BOOK: Smarturl.it/unrememberTwitter: @DannyPellegrinoInstagram: @DannyPellegrinoPatreon: www.Patreon.com/EverythingIconic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-1045 min
Dear Asian Americans162 // Kal Penn // You Can't Be SeriousKal Penn, actor, author, and former White House staffer during the Obama Administration, joins Jerry to talk about a whole host of topics, including the paperback release of his book You Can’t Be Serious. Kal shares about his family’s story of becoming Asian American, battling imposter syndrome as an actor, and going from Hollywood to D.C. to work in the Obama Administration. Listen in as Jerry and Kal discuss who Kal’s book is for, the unexpected impact of Harold & Kumar, and what keeps him hopeful right now.Meet KalKal Penn has played...
2022-08-091h 28
The Daily Beast PodcastKal Penn Got ‘Schooled’ by Barack Obama and ‘Weirded Out’ MichelleActor and former White House adviser Kal Penn recalls the moment he spectacularly failed to outsmart the former president and how he was humiliated in front of the first lady. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-0730 min
Tuckered Out with Ami ThakkarYou Can't Be Serious With Kal PennIt's a reunion! Twenty years after being his production assistant on a film set in Austin, TX, Kal Penn and I get a chance to sit down and catch up about it all.Kal Penn, is an American actor, author, academic lecturer and former White House staff member in the Barack Obama administration. You may know him from television shows such as House, Designated Survivor, Sunnyside, and How I Met Your Mother. He is also recognized for his performance in the film The Namesake and of course the Harold and Kumar series ( I personally still l...
2022-07-201h 03
Tuckered Out with Ami ThakkarYou Can't Be Serious With Kal Penn- Teaser TrailerHey guys! Just wanted to really quickly to let you know that we've got a very special conversation coming out this week!Twenty years after being his Production Assistant on a film in Austin, TX, I got a chance to sit down with my old pal with Kal Penn to talk about his book, You Can't Be Serious, and breadth of work throughout his careerWe touched on so many important topics, including his time at the White House and the challenges he faced as an Indian-American in Hollywood. My conversation with Kal was uplifting, f...
2022-07-1903 min
Mayim Bialik's BreakdownKal Penn: Prepare & Go Get ItKal Penn (Harold and Kumar, House, Designated Survivor, author of You Can’t Be Serious) discusses navigating and overcoming stereotypes and racial biases in Hollywood. He considers the feelings of motivation and anxiety that can stem from family expectations, how a lens of positivity can lead to less stress, and ways to overcome apathy about making a societal impact. Mayim and Kal bond over their time at UCLA and working together on The Big Bang Theory. Kal opens up about the cultural phenomenon of the Harold & Kumar franchise, how he became involved in the Obama administration, and being a la...
2022-03-291h 21
Bruin SuccessKal Penn '00Kal Penn is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for his starring roles in Designated Survivor, House, Mira Nair’s The Namesake, the Harold & Kumar franchise, and the patriotic immigration sit-com Sunnyside which he co-created for NBC.
From 2009 to 2011, Kal took a sabbatical from acting to serve in the Obama/Biden administration, where he served as the President’s Liaison to Young Americans, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, and the Arts community. In these roles, he worked on a range of issue...
2022-03-2452 min
Kasich & KlepperKal PennImagine being a Hollywood star and then walking away to go work in… the White House?! You know Kasich & Klepper are gonna fight over who gets to give this week’s guest, Kal Penn, a harder time for making that decision. In this very candid conversation, the actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement shares the many challenges he faced trying to break into Hollywood (and then again in Washington) and how he struggled to reveal those stories in his new memoir. They also talk about Obama, why Kal thinks a new...
2022-03-101h 12
Behind the Mic with AudioFile MagazineYOU CAN'T BE SERIOUS by Kal Penn, read by Kal PennFans will be grateful that Kal Penn narrates his own memoir, because he brings his signature comedy to every moment. Host Jo Reed talks with AudioFile’s Michele Cobb about enjoying Penn’s story, his relaxed narration, and her delight in getting to speak with him in preparation for hosting this year’s Audie Awards. He narrates his memoir with a comfortable style as he switches between stories of growing up a child of immigrants and behind-the-scenes moments on Hollywood sets. Penn has created a unique, honest performance for an enjoyable and informative listen. Read the full review of the audiob...
2022-02-0805 min
Life is Short with Justin LongKal Penn 👊🍆💦Kal Penn (Harold & Kumar, House) shares some hilarious stories from his childhood and how he confronted racism in Hollywood. Plus, he walks us through how he got a job with the Obama administration and graces us with an outstanding Bernie Sanders impression.Kal’s book You Can’t Be Serious is available everywhere.Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/lifeisshortPlease support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Poli...
2022-01-251h 39
Commonwealth Club of California PodcastAn Evening with Kal Penn and Huma AbedinKal Penn and Huma Abedin had vastly different journeys into the world of American politics. As a collegiate-level White House intern during Hillary Clinton’s time as the first lady, Abedin never predicted she’d go on to witness some of the most crucial moments in America’s modern political history; including Clinton’s watershed nomination as the first female candidate for president. Penn, too, has both witnessed and shaped political history as a liaison for the Obama administration—something that he, a prominent Hollywood actor who’d experienced countless discriminations in the entertainment industry, never saw coming.
While their foray into p...
2022-01-181h 07
Doctor Vs ComedianEpisode 44: Kal Penn / Physician Burnout (Part 1)Today, Ali and Asif discuss the career of the great Kal Penn (1:46). They discuss his early career all the way up to the release of his memoir, ‘You Can’t Be Serious”. They discuss his famous roles in ‘American Desi’, ‘Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle’, ‘Van Wilder’, ‘The Namesake’, ‘House’ and ‘Designated Survivor’. They discuss Kal coming out as gay as well as his recent engagement. Then Ali asks Asif about Physician Burnout (33:01). Asif starts out by defining physician burnout and discusses the increase in physician burnout over time, which has been worsened with the Covid-19 pandemic. Asif then discusses how electro...
2022-01-071h 01On with Mario InterviewsKal PennKal Penn checks in to talk about his new memoir and more! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-12-1712 min
Roz & Mocha333 - Kal Penn Chats Super Fan Nav, Christmas Trees In Your Bedroom Could Help Your Sex Life & Adele Talks About Her Eyebrows!A store that sells trees in the U.K. commissioned a study that found more couples are putting Christmas trees in their bedroom . . . to improve their SEX LIFE. Adele talks about her eyebrows. Kal Penn talks to us about being cast as Raptors Superfan Nav in an upcoming movie. Ed Sheeran performs at The Santa Claus Parade. Shawn Desman’s daughter wonders if Roz is the boss. Plus, we chat with the viral TikTok’er who made a Powerpoint presentation for her Christmas list for her family.
2021-12-132h 32
WBZ Book ClubYou Can't Be Serious, by Kal PennFunny, Consequential, Awkward, and Ridiculous Stories from Kal Penn’s idiosyncratic life.
2021-12-1000 min
Brown History PodcastKal PennWe sit with actor Kal Penn, known for his roles in the 'Harold and Kumar' movies and 'The Namesake' and for his work as a White House staff member during the Barack Obama administration. Get the book: https://amzn.to/3PWzvvG Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books covered on the podcast so far: https://amzn.to/42TH768
2021-12-0652 min
The Drew Barrymore ShowKal Penn and Michael Urie
Drew interviews “Hot Mess Holiday” star Kal Penn and “Single All The Way” star Michael Urie. Plus, social media sensation Eitan Bernath wraps up Cookie Week by sharing his favorite recipe for rugelach. In an all-new Drew’s News, Drew and Ross Mathews share the news sunny-side up.
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2021-12-0651 min
Endless HustleEpisode 113: Kal Penn, Sung Kang, and Method ManWelcome to another episode of Endless Hustle!
Today on the show, actor and former White House staff member Kal Penn promos his new book - You Can't Be Serious - and talks about his love of NASCAR.
We're also joined by actor Sung Kang, of Fast & Furious fame, who was recently cast in the upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi series for Disney+.
Finally, legendary rapper Method Man joins the show to talk about hockey jerseys. Method Man co-stars with Mary J. Blige in the hit show "Power" on Starz.
Presented by the Movie Tr...
2021-11-2353 minRoz & Mocha321 Billie Eilish On Sesame Street, Kal Penn Almost Took Obama To A Strip Club & Mouth Charades!Camila Cabello’s new Christmas song sparks major controversy on the show! Kal Penn reveals he almost took Obama to a strip club! Billie Eilish sings with The Count on Sesame Street. More info on the Ed Sheeran & Elton John Xmas song. Plus, a round of the Roz & Mocha original game Mouth Charades!
2021-11-152h 21
BuzzFeed DailyKal Penn On His New Memoir, Hollywood Career, And Fiancé Josh (Who Loves Nascar)Hilary Duff pierced her seven-month-old daughter’s ears and says she’s ready for the backlash. Brian Tyree Henry opened up about assuming he’d have to lose weight to play a superhero in Eternals. AND we’re talking with actor and writer Kal Penn about his new memoir You Can’t Be Serious. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-0926 min
Live Talks Los AngelesKal Penn with Jon FavreauKal Penn in conversation with Jon Favreau at Live Talks Los Angeles discussing his memoir, "You Can’t Be Serious." The talk was held on November 4, 2021. For more information on Live Talks Los Angeles -- upcoming events, videos, podcast, online store -- visit our website livetalksla.org and subscribe to this podcast.
2021-11-091h 20
Choice Words with Samantha BeeFull Release: Kal PennSamantha Bee sits down with Kal Penn to discuss the importance of letter-writing even though it's not as fun as tweeting, what his parents now think about his career, why Election Day is a Tuesday, and if we'll ever see an Ambassador Kal Penn (he hopes so!).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-11-0954 min
Future of Work Expert, Keynote Speaker, NY Times Bestselling Author – Dan SchawbelEpisode 160: Kal Penn
My guest today is actor and former White House staff member, Kal Penn. Kal has played leading roles in some of the world’s most-watched television shows, including How I Met Your Mother, 24, House, and more. He currently stars in the CBS series Clarice, a sequel to The Silence of the Lambs, and the Disney Junior animated series Mira, Royal Detective. He has starred in movies that have collectively grossed more than a billion dollars, including the Harold and Kumar franchise. Kal has worked at the very highest levels of politics, as an Associate Director of the White House Office of...
2021-11-0809 minFuture of Work Expert, Keynote Speaker, NY Times Bestselling Author – Dan SchawbelEpisode 160: Kal Penn
My guest today is actor and former White House staff member, Kal Penn. Kal has played leading roles in some of the world’s most-watched television shows, including How I Met Your Mother, 24, House, and more. He currently stars in the CBS series Clarice, a sequel to The Silence of the Lambs, and the Disney Junior animated series Mira, Royal Detective. He has starred in movies that have collectively grossed more than a billion dollars, including the Harold and Kumar franchise. Kal has worked at the very highest levels of politics, as an Associate Director of the White House Office of...
2021-11-0809 min
Book StewKal Penn Discusses his Audiobook YOU CAN'T BE SERIOUSWatch actor and former White House staff member Kal Penn talk about his audiobook YOU CAN’T BE SERIOUS in this behind-the-scenes video from the recording studio.
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In this refreshingly candid memoir, Kal Penn recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included acting, writing, working as a farmhand, teaching Ivy League University courses, and smoking fake weed with a fake President of the United States, before serving the country and advising a real o...
2021-11-0501 min
Poured OverKal Penn on YOU CAN'T BE SERIOUS“I wanted to tell my story in a way that made you feel like you were having a beer with me. And…even though I delve into things like identity and politics and family history and things that things that I'm really excited to share with everybody, I want it to be accessible to people who might disagree with me or might not have experience with the things that I have experiences with.” From the Hollywood to the White House, Kal Penn’s careers have been anything but boring; he’s just published a very funny and honest memoir called You...
2021-11-0435 min
The Randy Report - LGBTQ Politics & EntertainmentLGBTQ News: Kal Penn comes out, Billy Porter pens a memoir, and a new web series The DisappointmentsIn this week’s headlines:
• Kal Penn, star of the "Harold & Kumar" movie franchise, casually came out this week as he mentioned celebrating his 11th anniversary with his fiancé
• The US State Department has issued its first passport with an X gender marker for a nonbinary American
• The Biden administration withdrew legal appeals filed by the Trump administration blocking same-sex couples from Social Security benefits
• "Pose" star Billy Porter has released his ready-for-realness memoir titled, "Unprotected" Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3GOW9zE
• And the new web series "The Disappointments" features gay men hitting the mid-life reset button
All that and more...
2021-11-0315 min
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2021-11-031h 40
Savor The Immersive Full Audiobook Experience!You Can't Be Serious by Kal PennPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/501972to listen full audiobooks.
Title: You Can't Be Serious
Author: Kal Penn
Narrator: Kal Penn
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 44 minutes
Release date: November 2, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.25 of Total 20
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 6
Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody
Publisher's Summary:
The star of the Harold and Kumar franchise, House, and Designated Survivor recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included confronting racism in Hollywood, meeting his future husband, and working in the Obam...
2021-11-029h 44Discover The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Binge-Worthy!You Can't Be Serious by Kal PennPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/501972to listen full audiobooks.
Title: You Can't Be Serious
Author: Kal Penn
Narrator: Kal Penn
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 44 minutes
Release date: November 2, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.25 of Total 20
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 6
Genres: Arts & Entertainment
Publisher's Summary:
The star of the Harold and Kumar franchise, House, and Designated Survivor recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included confronting racism in Hollywood, meeting his future husband, and working in the Obama admi...
2021-11-029h 44
Experience the Story, Anywhere, Anytime With Free AudiobookYou Can't Be Serious Audiobook by Kal PennListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 501972
Title: You Can't Be Serious
Author: Kal Penn
Narrator: Kal Penn
Format: Unabridged
Length: 09:44:15
Language: English
Release date: 11-02-21
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Genres: Biography & Memoir, Arts & Entertainment, General Comedy
Summary:
The star of the Harold and Kumar franchise, House, and Designated Survivor recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included confronting racism in Hollywood, meeting his future husband, and working in the Obama administration, in this...
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Title: You Can't Be Serious
Author: Kal Penn
Narrator: Kal Penn
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 44 minutes
Release date: November 2, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.25 of Total 20
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 6
Genres: Memoirs
Publisher's Summary:
The star of the Harold and Kumar franchise, House, and Designated Survivor recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included confronting racism in Hollywood, meeting his future husband, and working in the Obama administration, in t...
2021-11-029h 44
Brandcast Around The WorldEpisode 59: Kal Penn Comes Out, Solar Flares Coming for Us!, Halloween Short DropsBRANDCAST Around the World - Episode 59: Kal Penn Comes Out, Solar Flares Coming for Us!, Halloween Short DropsWelcome to the podcast! Want to join the convo? Visit my website at www.BrandB.ca or my Instagram @brandb999.Thoughts about this episode?Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brandcastatw (click message)Your message could be used in a future episode or future content!SUPPORT THE STREAM:Check out my stores below for BrandB Merch!Huge thanks for your donations and purchases.https://streamlabs.com/brandonburkley
2021-11-0217 min
Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Arts & EntertainmentYou Can't Be Serious by Kal PennPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/501972 to listen full audiobooks. Title: You Can't Be Serious Author: Kal Penn Narrator: Kal Penn Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 44 minutes Release date: November 2, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.25 of Total 20 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 6 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: The star of the Harold and Kumar franchise, House, and Designated Survivor recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included confronting racism in Hollywood, meeting his future husband, and working in the Obam...
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Title: You Can't Be Serious
Author: Kal Penn
Narrator: Kal Penn
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 44 minutes
Release date: November 2, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.25 of Total 20
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 6
Genres: Arts & Entertainment
Publisher's Summary:
The star of the Harold and Kumar franchise, House, and Designated Survivor recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included confronting racism in Hollywood, meeting his future husband, and working in the Obama admi...
2021-11-029h 44
Who? WeeklyKal Penn, 'Josh' & Michelle Keegan?We're BACK! (But we're STILL on tour: buy tickets to our upcoming shows in Boston and Atlanta HERE!) On today's episode, we run through some of the most iconic Wholebrity Halloween costumes from the weekend, a peculiar piece of spon from Jonathan Bennett and his fiancé, Kal Penn's newsmaking engagement to someone named "Josh," the current unpleasantness between Alice Evans and her famous ex, the connection between Michelle Keegan, Mark Wright, and a minor pop classic called "Dance All Night," and Rita's alarming absence from any and all Halloween festivities.Call 619.WHO.THEM to leave questions, comments & c...
2021-11-021h 04
Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsYou Can't Be Serious by Kal PennPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/501972 to listen full audiobooks. Title: You Can't Be Serious Author: Kal Penn Narrator: Kal Penn Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 44 minutes Release date: November 2, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.25 of Total 20 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 6 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The star of the Harold and Kumar franchise, House, and Designated Survivor recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included confronting racism in Hollywood, meeting his future husband, and working in the Obama admi...
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Title: You Can't Be Serious
Author: Kal Penn
Narrator: Kal Penn
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 44 minutes
Release date: November 2, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.25 of Total 20
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 6
Genres: Memoirs
Publisher's Summary:
The star of the Harold and Kumar franchise, House, and Designated Survivor recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included confronting racism in Hollywood, meeting his future husband, and working in the Obama administration, in t...
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Title: You Can't Be Serious
Author: Kal Penn
Narrator: Kal Penn
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 44 minutes
Release date: November 2, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.25 of Total 20
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 6
Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody
Publisher's Summary:
The star of the Harold and Kumar franchise, House, and Designated Survivor recounts why he rejected the advice of his aunties and guidance counselors and, instead of becoming a doctor or “something practical,” embarked on a surprising journey that has included confronting racism in Hollywood, meeting his future husband, and working in the Obam...
2021-11-029h 44Hello Monday with Jessi HempelKal Penn on having two careersThis week, Jessi sits down with Kal Penn, actor, former White House staffer, and now author of the new memoir You Can’t Be Serious, to discuss his new book, Hollywood and his years at the White House. Kal also opens up about mistakes he made while pursuing a dream job and shares a lesson learned that everyone can benefit from.
2021-11-0137 min
South Asian StoriesRomen Borsellino – TV Staff Writer & Producer and his incredible stories about working with Lilly Singh, Kal Penn, and President Obama!
Romen Borsellino is a staff writer on NBC’s A Little Late with Lilly Singh and was executive producer, and co-creator of Freeform’s 2020 election series Kal Penn Approves This Message.
He has also written for Adam McKay and Will Ferrell’s This Giant Beast That Is The Global Economy on Amazon Prime and worked on Michael Schur’s 2019 primetime NBC comedy Sunnyside.
Romen previously served as a political appointee in the United States Department of the Interior under President Obama. Romen has also worked on a number of high-profile political campaigns i...
2021-05-2253 minOn with Mario InterviewsKal PennKal Penn joins us to talk new CBS show 'Clarice' and more! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-02-1708 min
Jilted Indian PodS4.B2 - We Approve Kal Penn's MessageHappy to see more brown people on screen? Pumped to see a surge in South Asian representation in Hollywood? Are you amazed at how much representation little brown kids have now in the shows they watch and the movies they love, how much more belonging they feel now that their stories are being heard? One of a handful of people you can thank?
Kal Penn.
Join the Jilted Indians as we stan the elder statesman of the Indian Illuminati, Kalpen Suresh Modi. We talk about his career and his contributions to society, as well as his latest show, Kal Penn...
2020-12-2359 min
MZNOW with Michael Zavala11.3.20 ft. Kal PennIt's Election Day! Actor & comedian, Kal Penn is on the show talking about his new show, Kal Penn Approves this Message. Kal also encourages everyone to get out and vote today! Plus, Clark gives a tribute to the great, Sean Connery. And later, the show reveals the behind-the-scenes details of last weeks' Julie encounter.
2020-11-0352 min
@standupkid conversationsEpisode 6: Kal Penn, Kal Penn Approves This MessageKal Penn’s new show, Kal Penn Approves This Message, takes on the same divisive political issues often debated on cable news—but his approach is totally different. “Cable news is not a place where you’re going to get these nuanced conversations and young people don’t watch cable news anyway,” Penn told me.The series, which debuted with a six-episode season on Freeform in September, has just dropped the season finale (on Freeform last night, and streaming on Hulu beginning today), focuses on young viewers—Millennials and Gen Z—and Penn says he finds them far less entrenched...
2020-10-2818 min
Shannon In The Morning Big Show Daily PodcastKal Penn Talks White Castle, Springsteen & His Freeform Show With Brad BlanksBrad Blanks talked to Kal Penn about his new show, “Kal Penn Approves This Message.” It airs Tuesday nights at 10.30pm on Freeform…and can also be streamed on Hulu! Kal talks about doing the “Harold & Kumar” White Castle movies, working in the white house and he talks about not getting any work after starring in ‘National Lampoon’s Van Wilder” with Ryan Reynolds!
2020-10-2706 minOn with Mario InterviewsKal PennKal Penn checks in to talk about his election show 'Kal Penn Approves This Message' and more! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-10-2311 min
Todd N Tyler Radio Empire10/22 App 1 Kal PennCheck out the new show, Kal Penn Approves This Message, Tuesday nights on Freeform and the next day on Hulu!
2020-10-2209 min
Todd N Tyler Radio Empire10/21 5-1 Kal PennCheck out his new show, Kal Penn Approves This Message, Tuesday nights on Freeform, available the next day on Hulu!
2020-10-2118 min
Celebrity Access InterviewsKal Penn Approves This Message and my dog-son's birthday.About “Kal Penn Approves This Message” - Airs Tuesdays on Freeform, Available on Hulu Next DayHosted by Kal Penn, the show is a smart, irreverent unscripted comedy series that explores issues relevant to Millennial and GenZ voters. Each episode will consist of comedic field pieces as well as a sit-down interview with Kal and a featured guest. With topics ranging from voting basics to voter empowerment, the economy to climate change, the series will break down key issues young voters are passionate about and arm them with the tools they need to make an impact and vote. “Kal Penn A...
2020-10-2110 min
KFC RadioKal Penn & The Return of Callbacks: Gay Husband to a Straight Wife EditionSubscribe, Rate, and Leave a Review
-The first crisp weather of Sad Boy Season hit this week
-Marty Mush got forced to get a haircut because of a bet
-KFC made peace with his parking wars neighbor
-Kanye West tweeted his full music label contract and a video of himself peeing on his grammy
-Viral TikTok of a guy telling his girlfriend he's taking her out for the day
-AITA Thursday with pandemic strip club, panty trickery, and more
-(01:40:00) CALLBACKS RETURN: We call back the voicemail from Tuesday about the gay man who married his straight wife and...
2020-09-172h 35KFC RadioKal Penn & The Return of Callbacks: Gay Husband to a Straight Wife EditionSubscribe, Rate, and Leave a Review
-The first crisp weather of Sad Boy Season hit this week
-Marty Mush got forced to get a haircut because of a bet
-KFC made peace with his parking wars neighbor
-Kanye West tweeted his full music label contract and a video of himself peeing on his grammy
-Viral TikTok of a guy telling his girlfriend he's taking her out for the day
-AITA Thursday with pandemic strip club, panty trickery, and more
-(01:40:00) CALLBACKS RETURN: We call back the voicemail from Tuesday about the gay man who married his straight wife and...
2020-09-172h 35
Ask Me AnotherKal Penn And Dan Soder: The Tournament Of ChampionsActor Kal Penn and comedian Dan Soder drop by Ask Me Another's first-ever Tournament of Champions.
2019-12-2053 min
Ask Me AnotherKal Penn And Dan Soder: The Tournament Of ChampionsActor Kal Penn and comedian Dan Soder drop by Ask Me Another's first-ever Tournament of Champions, where we bring back four previous winning contestants to find who will be the big big winner. Penn talks about representing New York City's diversity in his comedy series Sunnyside. Then, he enters the ring to play a wrestling quiz against Soder, who stars in a new HBO special.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
2019-12-2051 min
Hear the Bern36 - Keep on the Sunnyside (w/ Kal Penn)Belén Sisa, Latino Press Secretary for the campaign, talks to actor Kal Penn about his time in the White House, that time she got arrested in Chuck Schumer's office, and making the US immigration system funny on Kal's latest show, Sunnyside.
Then, Briahna sits down with the teenage leadership of US Youth Climate Strike for a quick conversation spanning TikTok, ASMR, and hot pickles.
Kal on Twitter: twitter.com/kalpenn
Sunnyside on NBC: www.nbc.com/sunnyside
2019-12-1000 min
Hear the Bern36 - Keep on the Sunnyside (w/ Kal Penn)Belén Sisa, Latino Press Secretary for the campaign, talks to actor Kal Penn about his time in the White House, that time she got arrested in Chuck Schumer's office, and making the US immigration system funny on Kal's latest show, Sunnyside.
Then, Briahna sits down with the teenage leadership of US Youth Climate Strike for a quick conversation spanning TikTok, ASMR, and hot pickles.
Kal on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kalpenn
Sunnyside on NBC: https://www.nbc.com/sunnyside
2019-12-1050 min