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Amy Poehler Faces Backlash for Hosting Aziz Ansari

10/15/2025

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Fans criticized Amy Poehler, the comedian hosting the Good Hang podcast, for featuring Aziz Ansari, actor and comedian, after his Saudi festival performance.
Ansari defended his decision, noting not all attendees support the Saudi regime.
Other performers, including Jessica Kirson, the comedian, have expressed regret over participating.
Poehler's avoidance of difficult topics drew more criticism, including from Natasha Lyonne, the actress, in Amy Poehler's previous episode where Poehler sidestepped controversy.

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Fans criticized Amy Poehler, the comedian hosting the Good Hang podcast, for featuring Aziz Ansari, actor and comedian, after his Saudi festival performance.
Ansari defended his decision, noting not all attendees support the Saudi regime.
Other performers, including Jessica Kirson, the comedian, have expressed regret over participating.
Poehler's avoidance of difficult topics drew more criticism, including from Natasha Lyonne, the actress, in Amy Poehler's previous episode where Poehler sidestepped controversy.