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The Iran Podcast

Negar Mortazavi
Iran
Israel
Hamas
Hezbollah
United States
Middle East Conflict
Ebrahim Raisi
Iranian Presidential Elections
Gaza
Iran Nuclear Program
Biden Administration
Abraham Accords
Houthis
Middle East
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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Ep. 137: Negar Mortazavis speaks to Robert Malley about his new book, with Hussein Agha, “Tomorrow Is Yesterday: Life, Death, and the Pursuit of Peace in Israel/Palestine”. They also discuss US-Iran tensions and negotiate under Presidents Obama, Bide... more

Ep. 136: Negar Mortazavi speaks to Alberto Fittarelli, Senior Researcher at Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto, about Israel-liked influence operations that were pushing for regime-change in Iran during the 12 day war.

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Ep. 135: Negar Mortazavi speaks to Hamidreza Azizi about Iran’s shifting regional strategy after the 12-day war with Israel, and the limits of the Axis of Resistance against Israel and the U.S.

Episode 134. Negar Mortazavi speaks with Vali Nasr, Professor and former dean at Johns Hopkins University, about Iran’s grand strategy, the 12-day war with Israel, and Iran’s long term foreign policy calculations.

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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.
Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs
Episode: Tomorrow is Yesterday: Rob Malley on Israel-Palestine and US-Iran
Alberto Fittarelli
Senior researcher at the Citizen Lab
Citizen Lab, University of Toronto
Episode: Prison Break: Israeli Disinfo Operations
Hamidreza Azizi
Visiting fellow at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs in Berlin
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
Episode: Iran and the Axis of Resistance
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.
Stimson Center
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.
Brandeis University
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
Negar Mortazavi is a prominent journalist and expert on Iranian affairs, known for her insightful commentary and engagement on issues related to Iran's politics and society.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 280 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
    Germany22 days ago
  • Pro Regime Trash

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kel_Jay
    United States4 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 States5 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 States8 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 States9 months ago

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Some express frustrations over perceived biases in analysis, particularly regarding U.S.-Iran relations.
Listeners appreciate the unique insights provided by expert guests and find the discussions thought-provoking and informative.
The podcast is praised for filling a gap in understanding Iranian dynamics in contrast to mainstream coverage, though some believe it could benefit from a broader range of perspectives.

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Talking Points

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Tomorrow is Yesterday: Rob Malley on Israel-Palestine and US-Iran
Q: Do you have much hope for either of these two files, US-Iran and Israel-Palestine?
One always has hope, but I see a difficult path to truly normal relations between the US and Iran without significant changes.
Tomorrow is Yesterday: Rob Malley on Israel-Palestine and US-Iran
Q: How would you do it differently?
It's not a book that's going to offer a blueprint or prescription, but it's time to question everything about the negotiations and processes.
Tomorrow is Yesterday: Rob Malley on Israel-Palestine and US-Iran
Q: Can you give a summary, basically your view, of why it's failed over the years?
The conflict was misdiagnosed, viewed superficially rather than addressing its historical, emotional, and psychological roots.
Prison Break: Israeli Disinfo Operations
Q: What were the main findings of your research on the disinformation operation?
The operation utilized fake accounts and AI-generated content to depict Iranian instability and invite public uprisings, ultimately failing to incite any substantial reaction.
Prison Break: Israeli Disinfo Operations
Q: What drew you to investigate the disinformation network linked to Israel?
The investigation was prompted by a tip-off from a researcher at Clemson University, which indicated coordinated and potentially inauthentic activity.

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Focused on the intricacies of Iranian politics, society, and culture, this podcast features in-depth discussions led by a knowledgeable host. Episodes engage with a diverse range of experts, including academics, journalists, and policy analysts, providing listeners with unique insights into Iran's foreign relations, human rights issues, and social dynamics. The conversations often reflect on contemporary events and historical contexts, making this a vital resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of Iran beyond mainstream narratives. Notably informative and accessible, the show encourages critical thinking about the region while fostering a deeper appreciation of Iranian life and perspectives.

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2. Alberto Fittarelli
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4. Vali Nasr
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