Kal Penn Exclusive: From Harold & Kumar to the Obama White House

Join 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 authentic South Asian representation in media. Don’t miss this exclusive conversation that spans entertainment, politics, identity, and the power of storytelling. Edited by Suresh Pawar

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Kal Penn Exclusive: From Harold & Kumar to the Obama White House is an episode from Express Conversations by Express Audio.

This episode is 74:18 long.

This episode was published on Aug 8, 2025.

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