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 Conversations from, to, and about the Iranian diaspora. Roqe is hosted by Jian Ghomeshi.All rights reserved Sciences sociales
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  • Roqe Ep. 433 - IRAN RISES - How This War Is Changing Us - Shiva Negar, Satin, Sadaf Yasini

    Roqe Ep. 433 - IRAN RISES - How This War Is Changing Us - Shiva Negar, Satin, Sadaf Yasini
    Apr 23 2026
    Jian opens this episode of Roqe with an essay titled “The War Is Changing Us,” reflecting on how the past four months - from the January massacres inside Iran to the current war - have affected Iranians not only inside the country, but across the diaspora. While the realities inside Iran remain the central focus, this conversation examines how millions outside the country are experiencing a different kind of impact - one that is emotional, psychological, and deeply tied to identity, relationships, and community. Jian is joined by Shiva Negar, Satin, and Sadaf Yasini for a panel discussion on how this moment has reshaped their lives, their work, and their connections to others. Topics include the strain on friendships and families, the pressure to take public positions, the role of artists and influencers, and the challenge of staying engaged without becoming overwhelmed. This episode is brought to you with the support of Stellar Law - https://stellarlaw.ca And Avoca Chocolates - https://avocachocolates.com
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    1 h et 11 min
  • Roqe Ep. 432 - IRAN RISES - The War of Perception - Bozorgmehr Sharafedin

    Roqe Ep. 432 - IRAN RISES - The War of Perception - Bozorgmehr Sharafedin
    Apr 20 2026
    On this episode of Roqe, Iranian-British journalist and documentary filmmaker Bozorgmehr Sharafedin joins from Washington for a timely and revealing conversation on the state of Iran and the global conversation surrounding it. As Head of Digital News at Iran International and a former BBC editor and Reuters reporter, Sharafedin brings deep insight into how Iran is being understood - and misunderstood - right now. The discussion examines whether the Islamic Republic is actually gaining ground, what divisions inside the regime may or may not mean, and how much of what we are seeing on social media reflects reality versus propaganda. The conversation also explores the idea of a “war of perception” - and who is shaping the story of what Iranians want, both inside the country and across the diaspora. Jian Ghomeshi opens the episode with an essay titled “Stop Underestimating Iranians,” challenging the growing narrative that Iranians calling for outside intervention are naïve. The essay argues that Iranians understand global power dynamics better than most - and are making calculated assessments based on lived experience. Guest: Bozorgmehr Sharafedin (Washington, DC) Support the show: https://roqemedia.com This episode is brought to you with the support of: FAMLUXY - https://famluxy.com QUASAR HOMES - https://instagram.com/quasarhomes
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    57 min
  • Roqe Ep. 431 - IRAN RISES - Who Is In Charge? - Lisa Daftari, Shahram Kholdi

    Roqe Ep. 431 - IRAN RISES - Who Is In Charge? - Lisa Daftari, Shahram Kholdi
    Apr 16 2026
    Jian opens Episode 431 of Roqe with an essay titled The Story Has Been Hijacked, reflecting on how the global conversation around Iran has shifted away from the human rights movement that brought millions into the streets - and why it is up to Iranians to bring that focus back. He is then joined by Lisa Daftari, Iranian-American foreign policy analyst and Editor-in-Chief of The Foreign Desk (from Los Angeles), and Dr. Shahram Kholdi, Middle East historian and political analyst (from Southwestern Ontario), for a wide-ranging conversation on who is really in charge right now. From the inner workings of the Islamic Republic to the competing influences shaping U.S. policy, and the evolving leadership dynamics within the Iranian diaspora, this episode explores how power is exercised - and perceived - at a critical moment. This is Roqe Ep.431 - IRAN RISES - Who’s In Charge? This episode is supported by: Stellar Law - stellarlaw.ca Famluxy - famluxy.com
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    1 h et 2 min
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