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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
International Atomic Energy Agency

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 Alberto Fittarelli about Israel-liked influence operations that were pushing for regime-change in Iran during the 12 day war.

Alberto Fittarelli is a Senior Researcher at Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto.

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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Episode 133. Negar Mortazavi speaks to Matt Duss about Donald Trump’s foreign policy towards the Middle East, Israel and U.S. attacks on Iran, and prospects for nuclear diplomacy between Tehran and Washington.

Matt Duss is the Executive Vice Presid... more

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Recent Guests

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
Trita Parsi
Executive Director of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, founder of the National Iranian American Council.
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: Can Trump and Tehran make a Deal?
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
None listed
Episode: Trump’s New Middle East Policy
Murtaza Hussain
Foreign policy correspondent for Dropsite News
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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
  • Pro Regime Trash

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

    Apple Podcasts
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    Kel_Jay
    United States3 months ago
  • Terrible analysis

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

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    Biggest Sports Fan Ever
    United States4 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 States7 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 States8 months ago
  • Great but not frequent enough

    I love this podcast for its balance but frustrating that new episodes come out so infrequently. The last episode wasn’t available to listen to until about 10 days after it was recorded meaning it was a bit out of date.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SteveGreen343n
    United Kingdom9 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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Iran and the Axis of Resistance
Q: Where is the dynamic going from here regarding Iran's regional policy?
There is a recognition among Iranian experts for a fundamental change, while they continue to focus on strengthening their missile capabilities despite evident limitations.
Iran and the Axis of Resistance
Q: Why did the Axis of Resistance not come to the defense of Iran during the June conflict?
They faced limitations and losses in leadership which hampered their capacity to coordinate an effective response, alongside Iran's strategic choice to manage the situation independently.
Iran’s Grand Strategy
Q: What should the U.S. understand about Iran to foster better diplomacy?
The U.S. needs to recognize that threats alone will not work; there must be identifiable benefits to any deal.
President of Peace or War?
Q: What was achieved by this 12-day war in your view?
It was an attack on diplomacy and an attempt by the Israelis for regime change in Iran.
Trump vs Tehran
Q: What do you see as the implications of a maximum pressure campaign on U.S.-Iran relations?
It has historically led to hardened Iranian positions and reduced the chances for pragmatic negotiations.

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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. Vali Nasr
3. Mohsen Milani
4. Trita Parsi
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6. Jon Hoffman
7. Hadi Kahalzadeh
8. Hooman Majd

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