Negin Farsad is a versatile and accomplished comedian, writer, actor, director, and social justice advocate. With a background in policy advising for the City of New York, she brings a unique perspective to her comedy, focusing on important social issues and activism. Negin has been recognized for her work in social justice comedy, receiving accolades such as being named one of the 50 Funniest Women by Huffington Post and a TEDFellow. She is the author of the book "How To Make White People Laugh," which was nominated for the Thurber Prize for Humor. Negin hosts the political comedy podcast "Fake the Nation" and is a regular panelist on NPR's "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me." Her work spans across various platforms, including TV shows, movies, and writing for major networks like Comedy Central and MTV. Negin's expertise lies in creating engaging and humorous content that addresses complex issues, making her a valuable voice in the entertainment industry.
Areas of Expertise
Acting, Comedy, Cultural activism, Filmmaking, Political standup, Social justice & culture, Women's right + policy, Writing
