Rima Parikh

is an editorial intern at The Nation.

A ‘Daily Show’ Cocreator on Karens, Crickets, and Comedy After Trump

A ‘Daily Show’ Cocreator on Karens, Crickets, and Comedy After Trump A ‘Daily Show’ Cocreator on Karens, Crickets, and Comedy After Trump

Lizz Winstead says, “If you can still laugh, you haven’t lost your capacity for hope.”

Jan 13, 2021 / Q&A / Rima Parikh

John Early Is the Left’s Funniest Comedian

John Early Is the Left’s Funniest Comedian John Early Is the Left’s Funniest Comedian

We talked to Early about his socialist heroes, the latest season of HBO’s Search Party, and how comedy is facing the politics of the moment.

Jul 15, 2020 / Q&A / Rima Parikh

Finding Humor When ‘Shit Is So Terrible’: A Conversation With Samantha Irby

Finding Humor When ‘Shit Is So Terrible’: A Conversation With Samantha Irby Finding Humor When ‘Shit Is So Terrible’: A Conversation With Samantha Irby

We talked to the writer and comedian about privacy, blogging, chronic illness, and how to actually enjoy social media.  

Apr 29, 2020 / Q&A / Rima Parikh

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