Why? With Hannibal Buress - Season 1

Season 1

Episodes

8th of July Celebration!
Hannibal Buress confronts a famous internet troll, finds a new way to deal with cops and celebrates the 8th of July.

Get the F Out of Here
Hannibal talks about how the California drought has affected the adult film industry, tells celebrities to f**k off and points out a strange commonality in rap songs.

Hannibal Goes to a PETA Protest
Hannibal tempts vegans at a PETA protest, interviews the shark that ruined a surfing competition and enjoys a musical performance from Thundercat and Open Mike Eagle.

Hannibal Has Beef
Hannibal reacts to Hulk Hogan's racist rant, shares his tips for police conduct, takes to the streets to talk about hip hop and welcomes musical guest Jean Grae.

Hannibal Converses Calmly with a Dentist and a Lion
Hannibal touches on topical issues, including Cecil the Lion and the Republican presidential candidates, and welcomes musical guests Two Fresh, Joey Purp and Towkio.

Hannibal Goes to Hell to Find Out What's in That Bag
Hannibal asks people if they'd want Obama to run for a third term, is told he's going to hell, and welcomes a special mystery guest and a musical performance from Thundercat.

Hannibal Approaches the Finish Line While Wearing a Deep V-Neck T-Shirt
Hannibal investigates the Illuminati, engages in deep conversations with some cute kids, reenacts a dramatic event and welcomes musical guest King Los.

Hannibal and Kate Plus 8
Hannibal takes to the streets of L.A. to find out what his fans want him to do on the season finale, holds a comedy roast for a baby and welcomes musical guest Lupe Fiasco.
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