
Conversations from, to, and about the Iranian diaspora. Roqe is hosted by Jian Ghomeshi.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 458 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

As mass protests continue across Iran, Roqe launches IRAN RISES, a new twice-weekly series dedicated to understanding an uprising that is not simply about economic unrest – but about legitimacy, power, and regime change. This episode opens with Jian'... more
In this special New Year’s Day episode of Roqe, Jian convenes eight prominent Iranian voices from around the world to reflect on the year that was and the year ahead. The episode opens with a freshly recorded opening essay responding to the most rece... more
Nothing says Christmas quite like talking about Iranians and drinking. On this Christmas Day edition of Roqe, we revisit one of our most compelling conversations - an exploration of alcohol’s long, complicated, and often contradictory place in Irania... more
In Episode 401, Jian welcomes automotive content creator Vahid Amirimoghaddam into the Roqe Studio. Vahid is the force behind the Instagram page “Cars I Have Driven,” with more than 400,000 followers watching the cars he gets behind the wheel of. Jia... more
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The opening essay of podcast #364 about Nowruz is fantastic. It had me in tears while still making me smile. Jian, you’re truly talented—thank you!
The next president of United States is a felon “grabbing ### by hand“ and is given the chance of highest office in this universe TWICE. Q was branded by Jian and took away from him unfairly and unjustly.
Ppl need to chill and move on. Kudos Jian.
I Love everything about this podcast . I used to live in Toronto and listened to it all the time . I moved to California and I still listen to this podcast. I Love Jian’s natural talent and the way he interviews people. His voice is mesmerizing and never get tired of listening to him. Please never give up this podcast.
jian ghomeshi is a rapist piece of garbage and deserve a long drop with a short rope
It's clear that Jian has a natural talent for media and a passion about the Iranian diaspora, Iran's history, and politics, arts and music . I have no doubt that he is now back stronger and better than ever, reaching even bigger stages and wider audiences. His insights and expertise are invaluable and much needed in Iranian diaspora communities around the world. The conversations are engaging and thought-provoking, and the topics covered are diverse and interesting. It's evident that a lot of ef... more
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The content centers around conversations pertinent to the Iranian diaspora, with a strong focus on cultural identity, social issues, and the intersection of art and activism. Noteworthy themes include health and wellness in the Iranian community, environmental crises in Iran, and personal journeys of notable figures, often highlighting the effects of socio-political contexts on individual lives and creative expressions. The podcast features a range of guests such as medical professionals, artists, and activists, providing diverse perspectives on contemporary issues faced by the diaspora. Its commitment to engaging discussions makes it a valuable resource for listeners seeking to understand the multifaceted Iranian experience in a global con... more
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Recent guests on Roqe include:
1. Elina Shirazi
2. Ali Fathollah-Nejad
3. Tehran Von Ghasri
4. Shahrzad Kazemi
5. Pegah Ganji
6. Dr. Rudi Matthee
7. Kayvan Mirhadi
8. Roozbeh Eskandari
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