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The Kurdistan in America podcast is the official voice of the Kurdistan Regional Government Representation in the United States, headquartered in Washington, DC. Hosted by Delovan Barwari, the show explores the enduring ties between Kurdistan and the United States.

Now in its fifth season, this English-language podcast focuses on U.S. foreign policy and the Kurdistan Region, covering key topics s... more

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In this episode of the Kurdistan in America podcast, brought to you by the KRG Representation in the US, host Delovan Barwari explores the Lincoln-Duhok Sister City initiative. This collaboration through university partnerships focuse... more

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In this episode of the Kurdistan in America podcast, brought to you by the Kurdistan Regional Government Representation in the United States, host Delovan Barwari takes a closer look at the recent parliamentary elections in Kurdistan,... more

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In this episode of the Kurdistan in America podcast, host Delovan Barwari is joined by Emma DeCaro and Dr. Karwan Al-Dosakee to discuss the Kurdistan Deaf Human Rights Initiative, a transformative project aimed at advancing the rights... more

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In this episode of the "Kurdistan in America" podcast, host Delovan Barwari talks with Rick Hall, Co-Founder and Educational Director of Prairie Rose Agricultural Institute, and Jihan Brifki, Executive Director of Hanasa Plus. They di... more

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Dr. Mohammed Ali Taha
A former Kurdistan Parliament member, academic and current advisor to the KRG Prime Minister
Kurdistan Regional Government
Episode: S5-Episode 9 - Interview with Dr. Mohammedali Yaseen Taha, former Kurdistan MP & adviser to the KRG PM
Rick Hall
Co-Founder and Educational Program Director at Prairie Rose Agricultural Institute
Prairie Rose Agricultural Institute
Episode: S5-Episode 7 - Interview with Rick Hall, Co-Founder and Educational Director of Prairie Rose Agricultural Institute, and Jihan Brifki, Executive Director of Hanasa Plus.
Jihan Brifki
Executive Director of Hanasa Plus
Hanasa Plus
Episode: S5-Episode 7 - Interview with Rick Hall, Co-Founder and Educational Director of Prairie Rose Agricultural Institute, and Jihan Brifki, Executive Director of Hanasa Plus.
Sozan Safar
President of the DAK Organization for Yazidi Women Development
DAK Organization
Episode: S5-Episode 6 - Interview with Ms. Sozan Safar, President of the DAK Organization for Yazidi Women Development
Dr. Carolyn Melty
Co-founder and treasurer of the Kurdistan Nursing and Midwifery Development Foundation, nurse educator, and philanthropist
Kurdistan Nursing and Midwifery Development Foundation
Episode: S5-Episode 5 - Interview with Dr. Carolyn Melty, Co-Founder and Treasurer of the NMDC Foundation.
Stephen Fox
PhD student and cultural anthropologist specializing in Kurdish culture and history
University of Kentucky
Episode: S5-Episode 4 - Interview with Mr. Stephen Fox, Cultural Anthropologist PhD Student and Graduate Teaching Instructor
Dr. David Romano
Chair of Thomas G. Strong in Middle East Politics at MSU
Missouri State University
Episode: S5-Episode 3 - Interview with Dr. David Romano, Chair of Thomas G. Strong in Middle East Politics at MSU
Falah Mustafa
Special Assistant for Foreign Affairs to the President of the Kurdistan Region
Kurdistan Regional Government
Episode: S5-Episode 2 - Interview with Mr. Falah Mustafa, Special Assistant to the President Nechirvan Barzani
Dr. Yerevan Saeed
Mustafa Barzani Scholar in Residence at the American University
American University
Episode: S5-Episode 1-Interview with Dr. Yerevan Saeed, Mustafa Barzani Scholar in Residence at the AU

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Delovan Barwari
Host of the Kurdistan in America podcast, often engaging with various guests on issues impacting the Kurdish community and the U.S.-Kurdistan relationship.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • I don’t like politics

    i didn’t think this podcast is about politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dawdy-964
    United States3 years ago
  • Interesting & powerful

    I just want to say this podcast channel is really interesting and powerful, specially during interviewing with some great people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Salah Atroshi
    United States4 years ago
  • Valuable & Positive

    I just want to take the time to say that I enjoy listening to these episodes because of the guests who are interviewed. As a Kurdish-American, this is a valuable and positive space!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SiloveB
    United States4 years ago

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

The show provides valuable insights on Kurdish issues, making it a positive space for advocacy and education.
Listeners find the content interesting and powerful, especially the episodes featuring impactful guests.
Some listeners feel misled about political themes, indicating a desire for clarity in topic exploration.

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#170
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S5-Episode 4 - Interview with Mr. Stephen Fox, Cultural Anthropologist PhD Student and Graduate Teaching Instructor
Q: What interested you in studying the Kurds?
My interest in Kurds began in the aftermath of 9/11, driven by a desire to understand cultural dynamics in the Middle East and contribute positively to resolving conflicts.
S5-Episode 4 - Interview with Mr. Stephen Fox, Cultural Anthropologist PhD Student and Graduate Teaching Instructor
Q: What is the focus of your PhD studies?
I'm examining U.S. immigration policy through the lived experiences of Kurdish people emigrating to the U.S. or who have already resettled here.
S5-Episode 5 - Interview with Dr. Carolyn Melty, Co-Founder and Treasurer of the NMDC Foundation.
Q: What do you need from the KRG, the Iraqi government and the international community to help establish, to facilitate this, to make this happen?
We need professional nurses, the Ministry of Health, and funding to support our efforts.
S5-Episode 5 - Interview with Dr. Carolyn Melty, Co-Founder and Treasurer of the NMDC Foundation.
Q: What are your main challenges? What are the challenges that you are facing in establishing this now?
There are no nursing organizations or councils to set the scope of practice for nurses.
S5-Episode 5 - Interview with Dr. Carolyn Melty, Co-Founder and Treasurer of the NMDC Foundation.
Q: Can you tell us about your role with the organization and the mission of the organization?
I have had the privilege of meeting Eva Saeed, and together we established the idea of advancing midwifery and postpartum care.

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1. Dr. Mohammed Ali Taha
2. Rick Hall
3. Jihan Brifki
4. Sozan Safar
5. Dr. Carolyn Melty
6. Stephen Fox
7. Dr. David Romano
8. Falah Mustafa

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