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The Iran Podcast

Negar Mortazavi
Iran
Israel
Hamas
Hezbollah
Middle East Conflict
Ebrahim Raisi
United States
Iranian Presidential Elections
Gaza
Iran Nuclear Program
Biden Administration
Middle East
Abraham Accords
Houthis
Iranian Politics
Israel-Hamas War
Masoud Pezeshkian
Us-Iran Relations
U.S. Foreign Policy
Israeli Conflict

Conversations on Iranian politics, society, and culture with host Negar Mortazavi. Support the Iran Podcast: anchor.fm/theiranpodcast/support

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Negar Mortazavi speaks to Ali Velshi on MSNOW about Iran protests, U.S. threats of intervention, and the path ahead.

Negar Mortazavi speaks to Times Radio about President Trump telling protesters in Iran that: “Help is on the way”

Negar Mortazavi speaks to Times Radio about anti-government protests in Iran, internet shutdown across the country, and the violent crackdown amid foreign military threats.

Negar Mortazavi speaks to Canadian TV about anti-government protests across Iran, the grievances and demands of the protesters, and the threat of war.

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Recent Guests

Robert Malley
Senior Fellow and Lecturer at the Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs, previously served as special envoy for Iran under President Biden, and has held various roles in U.S. administrations dating back to President Clinton.
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German Institute for International and Security Affairs
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Vali Nasr
Professor and former dean at the Johns Hopkins School of International Studies, expert on Iran and Middle East politics
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Iran’s Grand Strategy
Mohsen Milani
Executive Director of the Center for Strategic and Diplomatic Studies and Professor of Politics at the University of South Florida
Center for Strategic and Diplomatic Studies
Episode: Iran’s Rivalry with the US in the Middle East
Emma Ashford
Senior Fellow on Reimagining US Grand Strategy at the Stimson Center.
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Episode: Can Trump and Tehran make a Deal?
Jon Hoffman
Defense and Foreign Policy Research Fellow
Cato Institute
Episode: Trump vs Tehran
Hadi Kahalzadeh
Research fellow at the Crown Center for Middle East Studies at Brandeis University, former economist for Iran's Social Security Organization.
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Episode: Failure of Maximum Pressure
Hooman Majd
Iranian-American journalist and author
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Episode: Trump’s New Middle East Policy

Host

Negar Mortazavi
Host and editor known for engaging discussions on Iranian politics, society, and culture. Offers in-depth analysis and features a range of expert guests.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 283 ratings
  • Fascinating and Insightful

    A refreshingly informed take on Iran, which focuses on the country in its own right, rather than a supporting actor in the history and IR of the US.

    It has a wide variety of guests with different cultural, national, and professional backgrounds, interviewed by an adroit professional who makes her guests shine.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hu Li Jing
    Germany3 months ago
  • Pro Regime Trash

    Negar attempts to be subtle but can’t help herself.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kel_Jay
    United States6 months ago
  • Terrible analysis

    They were wrong about everything. The so called experts on this panel know nothing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Biggest Sports Fan Ever
    United States7 months ago
  • Informative

    Hopefully Iran becomes secular and much more open to the world in the future as it has locked itself out at the moment like Russia.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Behnam A
    United States10 months ago
  • One sided

    Negar and her cast of Ayatollah apologist are always ready to blame America and the world but never the clerics in Iran . Both her and her pal Trita Parsi have been disgraced by the Iranian diaspora for their secret dealings with the Iranian regime .

    Also and on a lighter note her voice and accent are nauseating.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cy1p
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the nuanced understanding of Iran's complexities and the inclusion of diverse guests.
There are mixed feelings regarding the host's perspectives, with some accusing bias while others commend the insightful debates.
Feedback highlights the informative nature of discussions, though some wish for more frequent episodes.

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“Help is on the way” Trump tells Iranians
Q: What kind of action would you like to see from the American administration now?
Negar mentions that the U.S. has a range of hard power options but must be cautious of the unintended consequences of any military involvement.
“Help is on the way” Trump tells Iranians
Q: Do you think the exhortation to Iranian protesters to take over institutions will make any difference?
Negar indicates that while the initial threats from Trump may have inspired some protesters, they have not resulted in significant action, especially with the current severe crackdown by the regime.
Can Trump Help Iranian Protesters?
Q: Just very briefly, how might Iranians view this intervention that has been threatened by America, saying America is locked and loaded, ready to go to rescue the protesters?
Many Iranians feel confused about how military intervention could help, fearing it would lead to more chaos rather than resolving their issues.
Can Trump Help Iranian Protesters?
Q: Could you put us in the picture about the latest on the streets, as far as we know, about the fate of the protesters and how those protests are going now?
The protests began with merchants in Tehran and spread nationwide, marked by violence and repression from security forces, while the government attempts to address the situation without escalating violence.
Protests Continue in Iran
Q: What's the answer to get the country back to a stable place and for Iranians to actually live a normal life?
Negar Mortazavi states that Iranian leaders must pursue less conflict and greater diplomacy, while suggesting that U.S. economic sanctions have worsened the situation, and that the U.S. should also seek peace rather than conflict.

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The discussions focus on Iranian politics, society, and culture, often highlighting the complexities and nuances that many listeners may overlook. The topics range from Iran's foreign policy and international relations to internal societal issues, like economic policies and cultural developments. Noteworthy is the engaging dialogue with a diverse array of guests, including academics, journalists, and political analysts, who provide insights often absent from mainstream narratives. This podcast stands out for its dedication to nuanced perspectives on Iran, moving beyond simple depictions to explore the intricate realities at play in the region.

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2. Alberto Fittarelli
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