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Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder talk about how 'Hacks' has helped bridge generations

NPR | By Ailsa Chang,

Mia Venkat, Ashley Brown

Published April 7, 2026 at 4:07 PM CDT

NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder about season 5 of their Emmy-winning HBO Max comedy, Hacks.

Ailsa Chang

Ailsa Chang is an award-winning journalist who hosts All Things Considered along with Ari Shapiro, Audie Cornish, and Mary Louise Kelly. She landed in public radio after practicing law for a few years.

Mia Venkat

Ashley Brown

Ashley Brown is a senior editor for All Things Considered.