Speakers Bureau Hosts Hasan Minhaj

Hasan Minhaj Joins Stanford Speakers Bureau for a Sold-Out Evening at Memorial Auditorium

On January 16th, 2026, the Stanford Speakers Bureau hosted acclaimed comedian Hasan Minhaj for a sold-out interview at Memorial Auditorium. The event drew a massive crowd to hear from the three-time Netflix special creator and Peabody Award winner.

Student-Led Comedy

The evening began with a performance by the Robber Barons, Stanford’s premier student comedy troupe, who set an energetic tone for the night. Following their set, student interviewer Rishi Jeyamurthy joined Minhaj on stage to lead a thoughtful and engaging conversation.

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The discussion navigated through Minhaj’s extensive body of work—including Patriot Act and his recent special, Off With His Head—while also touching on more lighthearted, personal anecdotes. Minhaj particularly entertained the audience by reflecting on his youth, including a humorous look back at his fashion choices as a teenager.

Student Org FTW

The event's success was overseen by Speakers Bureau co-presidents Anish Anne and Annika Joshi, whose leadership brought one of comedy's most influential voices to the Stanford community for an unforgettable night of inspiration.