Aziz Ansari

Comedian, Actor

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Now considered the Kanye West of comedy, standup standout Aziz Ansari plays Tom Haverford on the show Parks & Recreation. He's originally from South Carolina, where he attended the Governor's School for Science and Math.

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Fast Company

From Gawker to “Master”: How One Writer Made It to Aziz Ansari’s Show

Cord Jefferson used to be an editor at Gawker; now he writes for one of the most critically acclaimed shows on TV. Here’s how he became master of his domain.

Fast Company

Aziz Ansari And Eric Wareheim Spread Joy In a Video For Kanye’s “Famous”

More like Master of Kan. The stars of Netflix’s hit, Aziz Ansari and Eric Wareheim, lip sync their way through a video for Kanye’s “Famous.”

Fast Company

“Master of None” Co-Creator And “Parks and Rec” Writer Alan Yang On Breaking a Story

One term you’ll hear a lot in the world of TV writing is “breaking the story.” Master of None‘s Alan Yang breaks down how it’s done.

Fast Company

I’m With Aziz: An NYU Professor Co-Writes A Comedy Book

Here’s happened when an eminent NYU professor got a call asking if he wanted to co-write a book with one of the world’s leading comedians.

Fast Company

5 Lessons In Creating Comedy For TV, From Writer-Director Jason Woliner

Jason Woliner co-created Human Giant and became a director for hire before developing Eagleheart. Here, his tips on making comedy for TV.

Fast Company

The Making Of A Man: How Ron Swanson Became Ron Swanson

“Parks and Recreation” breakout character Ron Swanson is the widely beloved, heavily quoted backbone of the series, which returns September 20. Here, actor Nick Offerman talks to Co.Create about how the character was originally conceived and how he and the writers rubbed off on each other.

Fast Company

The Psychology Behind The Sweet Spots Of Pricing

Thanks to the likes of Louis C.K., Aziz Ansari, and the brains who created Google Wallet, $5 is the new 99 cents. It’s funny what makes customers loosen their purse strings.

Fast Company

Vimeo Annnounces All-Star Panel of Judges For This Year’s Awards Event

From James Franco to David Droga, Vimeo secures cross-discipline talent to judge Awards; entries due February 20.

Fast Company

The Questionable Wisdom of Kobe Bryant, Now Available in Shoe-Form

Some of the world’s most successful people wonder, “Can you put a ring around another ring?” and other important questions brought to you by #Kobesystem.

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How To Get People To Wear More Sunscreen: Make It Free

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Is Seattle’s Rising Minimum Wage Helping Or Hurting Low-Wage Workers?

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How Trump Has Changed How We’re Giving To Charity

Entertainment

Here’s Every Single In-Joke From The Title Sequences Of “Silicon Valley”

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SZA Goes On “The Pharcyde,” Haim Does A One-Take: This Week In Music

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The Top 5 Ads Of (Last) Week: Cannes Lions Grand Prix Edition

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NYC’s First LGBT Monument Will Be A Luminous Garden Of Rainbows

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What America Will Look Like In 2060

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This Wearable Flirts For You

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How To Get People To Wear More Sunscreen: Make It Free

Ideas

Is Seattle’s Rising Minimum Wage Helping Or Hurting Low-Wage Workers?

Entertainment

Aziz Ansari

Comedian, Actor

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From Gawker to “Master”: How One Writer Made It to Aziz Ansari’s Show

Cord Jefferson used to be an editor at Gawker; now he writes for one of the most critically acclaimed shows on TV. Here’s how he became master of his domain.

Aziz Ansari And Eric Wareheim Spread Joy In a Video For Kanye’s “Famous”

More like Master of Kan. The stars of Netflix’s hit, Aziz Ansari and Eric Wareheim, lip sync their way through a video for Kanye’s “Famous.”

“Master of None” Co-Creator And “Parks and Rec” Writer Alan Yang On Breaking a Story

One term you’ll hear a lot in the world of TV writing is “breaking the story.” Master of None‘s Alan Yang breaks down how it’s done.

I’m With Aziz: An NYU Professor Co-Writes A Comedy Book

Here’s happened when an eminent NYU professor got a call asking if he wanted to co-write a book with one of the world’s leading comedians.

5 Lessons In Creating Comedy For TV, From Writer-Director Jason Woliner

Jason Woliner co-created Human Giant and became a director for hire before developing Eagleheart. Here, his tips on making comedy for TV.

The Making Of A Man: How Ron Swanson Became Ron Swanson

“Parks and Recreation” breakout character Ron Swanson is the widely beloved, heavily quoted backbone of the series, which returns September 20. Here, actor Nick Offerman talks to Co.Create about how the character was originally conceived and how he and the writers rubbed off on each other.

The Psychology Behind The Sweet Spots Of Pricing

Thanks to the likes of Louis C.K., Aziz Ansari, and the brains who created Google Wallet, $5 is the new 99 cents. It’s funny what makes customers loosen their purse strings.

Vimeo Annnounces All-Star Panel of Judges For This Year’s Awards Event

From James Franco to David Droga, Vimeo secures cross-discipline talent to judge Awards; entries due February 20.

The Questionable Wisdom of Kobe Bryant, Now Available in Shoe-Form

Some of the world’s most successful people wonder, “Can you put a ring around another ring?” and other important questions brought to you by #Kobesystem.

Ideas

How To Get People To Wear More Sunscreen: Make It Free

Is Seattle’s Rising Minimum Wage Helping Or Hurting Low-Wage Workers?

How Trump Has Changed How We’re Giving To Charity

Entertainment

Here’s Every Single In-Joke From The Title Sequences Of “Silicon Valley”

SZA Goes On “The Pharcyde,” Haim Does A One-Take: This Week In Music

The Top 5 Ads Of (Last) Week: Cannes Lions Grand Prix Edition

Co.Design

NYC’s First LGBT Monument Will Be A Luminous Garden Of Rainbows

What America Will Look Like In 2060

This Wearable Flirts For You

Fast Company

How To Get People To Wear More Sunscreen: Make It Free

Is Seattle’s Rising Minimum Wage Helping Or Hurting Low-Wage Workers?

Here’s Every Single In-Joke From The Title Sequences Of “Silicon Valley”