Overheard with Evan Smith

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Emil Wakim / Comedian and Actor

Comedian Emil Wakim discusses his career and how he made history as the first Lebanese-American cast member of “Saturday Night Live” during SNL’s milestone 50th season.

Overheard with Evan Smith made possible with generous support from HillCo Partners, Claire & Carl Stuart, Christine & Philip Dial, Eller Group, Diane Land & Steve Adler, and Karey & Chris Oddo.

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