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Podcasts The Frame
Riz Ahmed wears a lot of different hats
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Episode 19012
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Riz Ahmed wears a lot of different hats

He's currently in the films "The Sisters Brothers" and "Venom," he's about to perform in the title role of "Hamlet" for Netflix, while also furthering his career as a rapper; Donald Trump's presidency is the ultimate reality show, but will it get renewed in 2020?
Riz Ahmed co-stars in "The Sisters Brothers."
Riz Ahmed co-stars in "The Sisters Brothers."
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On today's show:

Is Riz Ahmed the hardest working man in show business?

(Starts at 8:00)

The actor seems to be everywhere at the moment — in movies, TV shows, and in your earbuds as MC Riz. Ahmed talks with The Frame's John Horn about juggling his interests.

Will The Donald Trump Show be renewed in 2020?

(Starts at 1:00)

In an op-ed piece for The New York Times, Amy Chozick wrote: "Trump has created an unscripted drama that has unified living rooms everywhere. Whether you’re rooting for the antihero or cheering for his demise, chances are Trump TV has you under steady — some would say unhealthy — hypnosis. Now, with more than half the country ready to hurl the remote, and the midterm elections presenting the first real opportunity to rewrite the script, the question remains: Why can’t we stop watching?" Chozick talks with John Horn about the ultimate reality show.