Award-Winning British Journalist; Global Voice in Political Journalism
Mehdi Hasan Biography
Mehdi Hasan is a British-American broadcaster, author, and political commentator known for his incisive interviewing style and rigorous approach to public debate. He began his television career as a researcher and producer on Jonathan Dimbleby before rising to prominence across major international media platforms.
Hasan has held prominent roles with The Huffington Post, Al Jazeera English, and The Intercept, where he built a reputation for sharp political analysis and hard-hitting interviews. He later hosted “The Mehdi Hasan Show” on MSNBC and Peacock, while also serving as a guest host on programs such as All In with Chris Hayes and The Rachel Maddow Show. In the UK, he has appeared on Question Time, The Big Questions, and Sunday Morning Live. He also hosted the podcast “Deconstructed.”
As an author, Hasan wrote Win Every Argument, a guide to effective debate and persuasion, and co-authored a biography of Ed Miliband. His work has earned notable recognition, including the Services to Media award at the British Muslim Awards and the Sigma Delta Chi Award for Online Column Writing from the Society of Professional Journalists.
Widely respected for his confrontational yet fact-driven interview style, Hasan has engaged with influential figures such as Mark Ruffalo, Jon Stewart, John Bolton, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. His commentary frequently addresses global politics, media ethics, and Middle Eastern affairs, and he has been an outspoken critic of policies associated with Donald Trump, particularly regarding international business and diplomacy.
Beyond broadcasting, Hasan is a sought-after speaker who has participated in forums such as the European Young Leaders program and events hosted by the Society of Professional Journalists, where he continues to contribute to discussions on journalism, democracy, and international relations.
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Mehdi Hasan Videos
Mehdi Hasan and Ilhan Omar on Police Brutality and the Murder of ...
The Intercept's Mehdi Hasan speaks with Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar about systemic racism, the militarized police response to protests in ...
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