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Artwork for Afghanistan

Afghanistan with Roh Yakobi

Roh Yakobi
Afghanistan
Taliban
Human Rights
Women's Rights
Education
Sima Samar
Hazara
Pakistan
Corruption
Denmark
Gender Equality
Patriarchy
9/11
Peace Negotiations
Hizb-I Islami
Gulbuddin Hekmatyar
Empowerment
Activism
Gender Apartheid
Women and Girls

Keeping Afghanistan in the spotlight through the stories of its people.

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Artwork for Afghanistan

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Fred Smith is an Australian diplomat, author, singer and songwriter who served alongside Australian forces in Uruzgan, as well as in Kabul. He didn’t just take his diplomatic skills to the country, but his guitar too. He wrote songs and held concerts... more

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Born to a mid-level government official and an illiterate mother in Afghanistan’s northern city of Mazar-i-Sharif, Zalmay Khalilzad has a remarkable and, in many ways, inspiring story. As a teenager, he travelled to America through a cultural exchang... more

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Born to a mid-level government official and an illiterate mother in Afghanistan’s northern city of Mazar-i-Sharif, Zalmay Khalilzad has a remarkable and, in many ways, inspiring story. As a teenager, he travelled to America through a cultural exchang... more

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Alexander Matheou, Regional Director for Asia Pacific of the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC). In this interview he unpacks the scale of Afghanistan’s humanitarian emergency. In the past year, over two million people ... more

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Recent Guests

Saad Mohseni
Chairman and CEO of Moby Media Group, one of the most influential figures in Afghanistan's media landscape.
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Episode: Saad Mohseni: The extraordinary life of a media visionary
H.R. McMaster
Former National Security Advisor and author
Hoover Institution
Episode: Gen H.R. McMaster: Trump 2.0, Afghanistan and the Taliban
Sune Rasmussen
Danish journalist who works for The Wall Street Journal and author of "Twenty Years, Hope, War and the Betrayal of an Afghan Generation".
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Sune Rasmussen: Afghanistan is a part of me
Andrew North
Former BBC journalist who reported from Afghanistan for over two decades.
Episode: Andrew North: My 20 years in Afghanistan
Rahmatullah Nabil
Former Afghan spymaster and political critic
Episode: Rahmatullah Nabil: The story of an Afghan spymaster (Part 2)
Mark Urban
One of Britain's finest journalists, broadcaster, and author of several best-selling books, who has reported extensively from Afghanistan since the late 1980s.
Episode: Mark Urban: Marching onto Kabul with Ahmad Shah Massoud
Laurie Bristow
Britain's last ambassador to Kabul and author of "Kabul, Final Call"
UK Government
Episode: Sir Laurie Bristow: Why did we get it so badly wrong for 20 years?
Thomas Barfield
Renowned social anthropologist with extensive experience in Afghanistan
Boston University
Episode: Thomas Barfield: Time to break up Afghanistan? (Part 1)
Artemis Akbary
A prominent LGBTQ+ rights activist from Afghanistan
Afghan LGBTIQ Plus Organization
Episode: Artemis Akbary: The costs of being gay in Afghanistan

Host

Roh Yakobi
Host of Afghanistan with Roh Yakobi, focused on sharing the stories and complexities of Afghanistan through engaging discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Impressive

    Excellent and extremely knowledgeable guests on the show, very high quality podcast, genial host

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeerMonster2
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Must listen

    This podcast provides insightful perspective into the ever evolving complexities of Afghanistan and its political landscape. A must listen for anyone interested in politics, history or current affairs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    henryalanw
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • I recommend!

    One of the best podcasts about Afghanistan, providing a platform for individuals with various connections to the country.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Malek.SH
    Denmarka year ago
  • Such a Podcast Needed

    We don’t have any podcast covering Afghanistan. This is the one and only and unbiased, informative and eye opening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sher Mehryar
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative

    Good job! 👏🏿

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abas Asadiyan
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the insightful perspectives on Afghanistan's evolving political landscape, calling it a necessary addition to the discourse around international politics.
The podcast is praised for its unique focus on Afghanistan, often described as informative and eye-opening, catering to those interested in the country's complex narratives.
Many reviews commend the quality of guests and the depth of topics discussed, providing both educational and engaging content.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sune Rasmussen: Afghanistan is a part of me
Q: What makes you hopeful for Afghanistan’s future?
He believes in the resilience of the Afghan people, particularly the younger generation that has grown accustomed to certain rights and freedoms that cannot be easily reversed.
Sune Rasmussen: Afghanistan is a part of me
Q: What was your emotional response to the fall of Kabul in August 2021?
Sune expressed deep sadness witnessing the fall and the domino effect it had on people’s lives, especially for those he had worked with.
Sune Rasmussen: Afghanistan is a part of me
Q: How did you become interested in Afghanistan?
Sune shared that he initially moved to Afghanistan in 2014 after living in Iran, where the cultural and linguistic connections made the transition easier.
Heather Barr: How dare we give up on Afghan women and girls
Q: What needs to be done regarding women's participation in discussions about Afghanistan's future?
Women must be full participants in all peace processes, including meaningful involvement in negotiations.
Saad Mohseni: The extraordinary life of a media visionary
Q: Are you pessimistic or optimistic about the direction of the country?
Mohseni expresses a mixed perspective, focusing on educational developments and the urban experience of new generations as reasons for hope.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Afghanistan

What is Afghanistan about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations center around Afghanistan's multifaceted narrative, emphasizing the stories of its resilient people. A broad spectrum of topics is covered, including media dynamics, politics, historical insights, and the evolving cultural landscape of Afghanistan. Noteworthy discussions involve civil society, governance, and international relations, providing listeners with a nuanced understanding of the country's complex socio-political environment. Interviews with figures such as journalists, political commentators, and local leaders offer firsthand perspectives that help keep Afghanistan's issues alive in global discourse.

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Which podcasts are similar to Afghanistan?

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How many episodes of Afghanistan are there?

Afghanistan launched 2 years ago and published 65 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Afghanistan?

Recent guests on Afghanistan include:

1. Saad Mohseni
2. H.R. McMaster
3. Sune Rasmussen
4. Andrew North
5. Rahmatullah Nabil
6. Mark Urban
7. Laurie Bristow
8. Thomas Barfield

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