Pardis Parker

Pardis Parker

Keynote Speaker: Comedian, Writer, Actor & Filmmaker; Creator & Star of Comedy Central's "Mideast Minute"; Six-Time Canadian Comedy Award Nominee

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Pardis Parker Biography

Pardis Parker is a Canadian comedian, writer, actor, director, and filmmaker recognized for his satirical approach across television, film, and literary platforms. Parker is the creator and star of Comedy Central's "Mideast Minute," a satirical news show distributed on Comedy Central's digital platform that critiques U.S. propaganda efforts, particularly those of the Congress-funded Alhurra network, by attempting to persuade Middle Eastern audiences that conditions in the region are favorable. The show has received critical attention from outlets including Jerusalem Post, Uproxx, and Tubefilter.

Parker is also the creator of "Free," a half-hour comedic drama developed at Amazon Prime with Plan B Entertainment, and the co-creator of "Uncivil," a single-camera comedy developed at NBC with Universal Television and Hazy Mills Productions. His work has screened at more than 150 film festivals worldwide and has received over 80 awards and distinctions. Parker has appeared in television and film productions in the United States and Canada. His writing has been published by New Yorker, New York Times, New York Review of Books, Los Angeles Review of Books, Chicago Sun-Times, Weekly Humorist, Lit Hub, and McSweeney's.

As a performer, Parker is a six-time Canadian Comedy Award nominee, a frequent guest on Comedy Central's "@midnight," a contributing correspondent and writer for CBC's "This Hour Has 22 Minutes," and an actor with appearances on shows for ABC, CBS, CBC, Showcase, Family Channel, and Comedy Central. He has performed at TED events three times, twice as a speaker and once as a special guest host. His TED Talks include "I'm Tired of People Telling Me to 'Grind'" and "I'm Terrified of Wanting to be a Billionaire." Parker's humor piece, "I am the NY Times Connections Puzzle and I am the Reason Everyone is Angry," was named Electric Literature's most popular post. His body of work spans political satire, stand-up comedy, short filmmaking, and literary humor, establishing Parker as a versatile comedic voice in the entertainment industry.

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Pardis Parker Videos

I'm Terrified of Wanting to Be a Billionaire | Pardis Parker | TED
I'm Tired of People Telling Me to Grind | Pardis Parker
Pardis Parker: Back Room Fun | Comedy Time

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How much does it cost to book Pardis Parker for a speaking engagement?

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What topics does Pardis Parker speak about?

Pardis Parker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Comedian and TED.

Where does Pardis Parker travel from?

Pardis Parker generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Pardis Parker?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Pardis Parker for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Pardis Parker for your next private or corporate function.

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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Pardis Parker or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

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Pardis Parker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, Comedian and TED. The estimated speaking fee range to book Pardis Parker for live events is $100,000 - $200,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Pardis Parker generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Chris Duffy, Nimesh Patel and David So. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Pardis Parker for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/10/2026.

Pardis Parker Videos

I'm Terrified of Wanting to Be a Billionaire | Pardis Parker | TED
I'm Tired of People Telling Me to Grind | Pardis Parker
Pardis Parker: Back Room Fun | Comedy Time
Mideast Minute: Immigration | Comedy Central
  • How do I book Pardis Parker to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Pardis Parker for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Pardis Parker, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Pardis Parker or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Pardis Parker for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Pardis Parker, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $100,000 - $200,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Pardis Parker, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Pardis Parker speak about?

    Pardis Parker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Comedian and TED.
  • Where does Pardis Parker travel from?

    Pardis Parker generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Pardis Parker?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Pardis Parker for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Pardis Parker for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Pardis Parker or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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