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On Spec Podcast

On Spec Podcast
Iran
Turkey
Mohammad Shabani
Dissidents
Kidnapping
Espionage
Human Rights
Fariba Nawa
Masa Amini
Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps
Women Life Freedom Movement
Iranian Government
Transnational Repression
Nafisa Haji
Turkish Intelligence
Yalova
Ceylan Akça
Muhammad Rezaie
Spy Operations
Iran's Regime

A long form documentary podcast produced by independent journalists from the field, bringing stories from across the globe.

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Latest Episodes

Fariba Nawa and Özge Sebzeci wrap up the season with some great news about some of the characters we met in Lethal Dissent.

Guest Nafisa Haji interviews Evgenia Baltatarova, a journalist and activist from Siberia, who fled Russia for Kazakhstan soon after the start of the war in Ukraine, when authorities ensnared her in a crackdown on critics of the war. Baltatarova had t... more

Guest Nafisa Haji interviews Emile Dirks, Research Associate and China expert at Citizen Lab, about Beijing's tactics for silencing critics abroad, and the controversy over TikTok.

Guest host Nafisa Haji interviews independent journalist and analyst Borzou Daragahi about what it was like covering the killing of Jamal Khashoggi, and what the case says about the growing problem of impunity and transnational repression.

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Recent Guests

Alisa Resnik
NPR journalist covering the U.S.-Mexico border
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Episode: Wrapping up Season Five
Evgenia Baltatarova
Independent journalist, activist and blogger
Episode: Lethal Dissent: A Russian Dissident's Battle to Tell the Truth
Dr. Emile Dirks
Research associate at the Citizen Lab at the Munk School of the University of Toronto
Citizen Lab, University of Toronto
Episode: Lethal Dissent: How China Silences Dissent Abroad
Borzou Daragahi
Renowned journalist and foreign correspondent
The Independent
Episode: Lethal Dissent: How Saudi Arabia Got Away With Murder
Samira Mohyeddin
Award-winning producer and journalist based in Toronto.
On The Line Media
Episode: Lethal Dissent: The Day After Never Came
Abram Paley
Deputy Special Envoy to Iran
U.S. State Department
Episode: Lethal Dissent: Officials
Ceylan Akça
Member of Parliament with an opposition party called People's Equality and Democracy Party
People's Equality and Democracy Party
Episode: Lethal Dissent: Verdict
Fariba Nawa
Reporter
Episode: Lethal Dissent: Woman from the CIA
Mohammad Rezaieh
Former Iranian Navy captain and kidnapping target
Episode: Lethal Dissent: Operatives

Hosts

Fariba Nawa
Co-host and investigative journalist with a focus on stories about Iranian dissidents and global human rights issues.
Nafisa Haji
Guest host for various seasons, focusing on storytelling and the implications of investigative journalism.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Racist Haters

    Racist. Americans are so racist. Hate blacks, Muslims, women and now Chinese? Get a grip

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    yourrock
    United States10 months ago
  • Well worth a listen

    Enjoyed it a lot, and a very important topic, it’s a deep dive into many of these worrying cases and issues around the world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gottous
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Excellent Reporting!

    Fariba Nawa and her team were relentless in pursuing this story. The time and effort, research, travel and witness interviews combined to make each episode gripping. This is “old school” in-depth reporting at its best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sharzzmom
    United Statesa year ago
  • Journalism that pulls you in, makes you want to stick around

    I listen in my car, as I’m driving places near and far. I’ve actually sat in my driveway, listening to the end of an episode before I go inside. This is journalism at its best: Introducing a new world to me, with characters and their dilemmas presented in such a way, I grasp their humanity in the midst of world conflicts. Well done, a great find.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Easywriter101
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fabulous content

    This is one of the most intellectually sharp and gripping source of news in my orbit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dcbookworm15
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Excellent reporting with gripping storytelling that highlights the work of independent journalists.
The podcast has become a daily listening choice due to its insightful stories that often go underreported.
Enjoyed it a lot, and a very important topic; it’s a deep dive into many of these worrying cases and issues around the world.
Listeners appreciate the show's empathetic and humanized approach to complex narratives surrounding oppression and dissent.
Many praise the depth of research and the quality of the journalism presented.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lethal Dissent: How Saudi Arabia Got Away With Murder
Q: So six years later, how does the impact of his murder continue to play out in terms of the global stage?
Although his murder faded from headlines, it served as a cautionary lesson for MBS, altering Saudi policies to be more focused on domestic issues rather than international intrigues.
Lethal Dissent: How Saudi Arabia Got Away With Murder
Q: Can you refresh our memories, tell us about his death and its aftermath?
Khashoggi was killed in October 2018 when he visited the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, disappearing and later being confirmed murdered, causing global outrage and diplomatic fallout.
Lethal Dissent: The Day After Never Came
Q: Are women still in the forefront of resistance in Iran?
Yes, they are, as daily acts of resistance continue amidst increasing repression.
Lethal Dissent: The Day After Never Came
Q: What did the Women Life Freedom movement achieve in Iran?
It has resulted in a cultural revolution and changed the mentality of a lot of people regarding women's rights.
Lethal Dissent: The Day After Never Came
Q: Can you give us your perspective on where Iran is today?
The movement inside Iran is quite beaten down, yet there is a fearlessness among the younger generation.

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What is On Spec Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on impactful stories from around the world, this documentary-style podcast features in-depth reporting on pressing global issues, particularly around dissident voices resisting authoritarian regimes. Key themes include the challenges faced by journalists in hostile environments, the struggles of Iranian dissidents, and the broader implications of transnational repression. The conversational style showcases the human elements behind these complex narratives, involving personal anecdotes, historical context, and insightful discussions with industry experts and activists. What sets this podcast apart is its commitment to empathy-driven storytelling, providing an emotional connection to often overlooked situations while also covering c... more

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Recent guests on On Spec Podcast include:

1. Alisa Resnik
2. Evgenia Baltatarova
3. Dr. Emile Dirks
4. Borzou Daragahi
5. Samira Mohyeddin
6. Abram Paley
7. Ceylan Akça
8. Fariba Nawa

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