Voice of Literature (آوای ادبیات)

Sindbad and the Seven Wise Masters (سندباد و هفت وزیر دانا) Aug 20, 2026 00:15:09 سلام، در این برنامه سراغ یکی از قصه‌های قدیمی و جالب به نام سندباد و هفت وزیر دانا می‌رویم. قصه‌ی پادشاهی که سال‌ها آرزوی داشتن فرزند را داشت، اما یک روز فقط با یک اتهام و بدون آن که صدای پسرش را بشنود، حکم مرگ او را داد. داستانی درباره پدر، پسر، سکوت، خشم، قضاوت عجولانه، دانش و این که گاهی یک لحظه صبر می‌تواند انسان را از یک پشیمانی بزرگ نجات بدهد. لینک متن فارسی و انگلیسی داستان: https://dl

Patricide and Filicide: The Tragedy of West and East (پدرکشی و پسرکشی: تراژدی غرب و شرق) Aug 8, 2026 00:34:25 در این برنامه سراغ دو تراژدی بزرگ می‌رویم: رستم و سهراب در شاهنامه، و اودیپ در ادبیات یونان. دو روایت از پدر و پسر. دو نوع نگاه به گذشته و آینده. و دو پرسش مهم: آیا پسر قربانی اراده‌ی پدر می‌شود، یا پدر قربانی شورش پسر؟ در این برنامه درباره‌ی پدرکشی، پسرکشی، رابطه‌ی نسل‌ها، و تفاوت نگاه شرق و غرب به قدرت، خانواده و آینده صحبت می‌کنیم. لطفن سبسکرایب بکنید، برنامه را لایک کنید و با دیگه دوستا به اش

Why Some Boys Never Become Men (چرا بعضی از بچه ها هرگز مرد نمی‌شوند؟) Jun 17, 2026 00:22:26 در این برنامه درباره‌ی تربیه‌ی پسرها، نقش پدر، مفهوم مردانگی و تناقض‌های فرهنگی در خانواده‌های ما صحبت می‌کنیم. چرا بعضی پسرها بزرگ می‌شوند، اما از نگاه مسئولیت، احساسات، نظم، اخلاق و فهم زندگی هرگز واقعاً مرد نمی‌شوند؟ آیا مشکل از خود پسرهاست، یا از تصویری که خانواده و جامعه از مرد بودن به آن‌ها نشان می‌دهد؟ در این برنامه با نگاهی صریح و انتقادی به این پرسش می‌پردازیم که چگونه گاهی پسرها یا بیش

Amusing ourselves to death! (!سرگرمی تا سرحد مرگ) May 31, 2026 00:27:20 سلام بشنو این نی چون شکایت می‌کند  از جدایی‌ها حکایت می‌کند در این برنامه می‌خواهم به همان بحث قبلی مان البته از زاویه‌ای وسیع‌تری بپردازم..این بار فقط درباره‌ی کودک و نیازهای کودک حرف نمی‌زنیم، بلکه درباره‌ی آنچه امروز بر سر تفکر، هنر، سیاست، موسیقی، جوانان و نوجوانان، خانواده‌ها و فرهنگ ما آمده، صحبت می‌کنیم. در این برنامه از کتاب تأثیرگذار نیل پستمن با عنوان «سرگرمی تا سر حد مرگ» که در در سال

The anxious generation (آينده کودکان و نوجوانان در عصر شبكه هاي اجتماعي) May 17, 2026 00:25:52 سلام هرگز نمیرد آن که دلش زنده شد به عشق ثبت است بر جَریدهٔ عالم دوامِ ما در این برنامه درباره‌ی کتاب «نسل مضطرب» نوشته‌ی جاناتان هایت صحبت می‌کنیم؛ کتابی درباره‌ی کودکانی که در میان تلفن‌های هوشمند، شبکه‌های اجتماعی و فشارهای پنهان دنیای آنلاین بزرگ می‌شوند این برنامه نگاهی به تأثیراسکرین ها بالای ذهن کودک دارد، رابطه‌های خانوادگی، تمرکز، اضطراب و تربیت. همچنان درباره‌ی نقش پدر و مادر، مکتب،

Why War, Offensive Realism (چرا جنگ؟ رئالیسم تهاجمی) Mar 1, 2026 00:16:48 English Description Why wars keep happening, even when leaders claim they want peace. Offensive Realism and the Bargaining Theory of War, applied to Pakistan Afghanistan, and the US Israel Iran conflict. Please take a moment to rate the podcast five stars, it really helps more people find it and keeps the show growing. Thanks a lot for the support! توضیح فارسی چرا جنگ‌ها هرگز پایان نمی‌یابند،

Epstein and the banality of evil (اپستین و ابتذال شر) Feb 16, 2026 00:10:25 English Description In this episode of Voice of Literature, I examine the Epstein case through the lens of Hannah Arendt’s idea of the banality of evil, based on her book Eichmann in Jerusalem. This is not a discussion about scandal for its own sake. It is a deeper question about thoughtlessness, moral judgment, and the social environments that allow wrongdoing to exist in plain sight. When powerf

On Revolution (دربارهٔ انقلاب - اثر هانا آرنت ) Feb 8, 2026 00:09:47 دربارهٔ انقلاب - اثر هانا آرنت تاریخ بشر پر از انقلاب‌ها است.. و تاریخ انقلاب ها پر است از لحظه های باشکوهی که وعده ی رهایی می دهند و پایان های که همان وعده ها را از بین می برند. آنچه با هزار آرمان و خوشبینی شروع می شود در نهایت به حذف صدا ها می انجامد. اما چرا؟ سلام..میوند نظری هستم .. به آوای ادبیات خوش آمدید امروز می‌خواهم دربارهٔ انقلابی حرف بزنم که هنوز اتفاق نفتاده اما آهسته آهسته.. روز

Game of Thrones (پادشاه گردشی ) Jan 31, 2026 00:06:08 پادشاه گردشی روایت کوتاهی از تاریخ معاصر افغانستان This podcast looks at Afghanistan’s recent history through one sharp idea, پادشاه گردشی, the endless rotation of power. Kings, presidents, revolutionaries, ideologues, all come and go, while the people stay put and pay the price. In each episode, we question who ruled, how they rose, why they fell, and what really changed. Expect history without

Ep3. Sheer o Shakar Mar 30, 2025 00:54:19 Ep2: Sheero O Shakar (شیر و شکر)

Ep2. Sheer o Shakar Mar 9, 2025 01:02:13 Ep2: Sheer O Shakar (شیر و شکر) ,سلام دوستان و شنونده‌های عزیز .باز هم با یک قسمت جدید از پادکست «شیر و شکر» در خدمت شما هستیم .از اینکه مدت طولانی غایب بودیم، صمیمانه معذرت می‌خواهیم زندگی گاهی مشکلات و پیچ‌وخم‌های زیادی دارد. به همین دلیل نتوانستیم زودتر برنامه را آماده کنیم و به شما عزیزان تقدیم کنیم :در این برنامه جوک، چیستان و خبرهای روز - مصاحبه با شرافت پروانی - از او درباره ازدواج

Ep1. Sheer O Shakar Nov 3, 2024 01:45:26 🎙️ Ep1: Sheer O Shakar is live! Get ready for a jam-packed episode full of laughs, insights, and music! Here’s what’s in store: ⏰ Time-stamps: • 00:00:00 Intro (Chit Chat) • 00:17:17 Main Topic (US Elections) • 00:46:44 Interview (Ajaanse Moseferati) • 01:12:53 Music (Naghma-Pardazihaai Sheero-Shakari) We had so much fun putting this episode together and hope you’ll enjoy it too! 👉 Don’t

Ep100. The Burnout Society by Byung-Chul Han (جامعۀ فرسودگی اثر بیونگ ‌چول هان) Jul 5, 2024 00:25:38 Ep100. The Burnout Society by B.C. Han (جامعۀ فرسودگی اثر بیونگ ‌چول هان) Dear listeners, Welcome to the milestone 100th episode of Jaad-e Maiwand! It’s been an incredible journey, and I am very grateful for your support and dedication throughout this journey. Y Making this podcast was a true labor of love. In this special episode, we delve into Byung-Chul Han's profound book, The Burnout Soci

Ep99. Western Values Under Siege: The Rise of Islamic Extremism (خط روشن بین خیر و شر) Jun 14, 2024 00:32:09 Ep99. On Islam and Western values (خط روشن بین خیر و شر) In this episode I discuss the complex and often misunderstood topics of Islam, Islamism, Jihad, and Islamophobia, particularly in the context of the rising threat of Islamic terrorism in the West. Drawing insights from Sam Harris' recent thought-provoking blog post, "Campus Protests, Antisemitism, and Western Values," I explore the nuance

Ep98. Book Club - Escape From Freedom by E. Fromm (گریز از آزادی اثری اریک فروم) Jun 7, 2024 00:26:03 Ep98. Book Club - Escape From Freedom by E. Fromm (گریز از آزادی اثری اریک فروم)

Ep97. Book Club - A Brief History of Fascist Lies by F. Finchelstein (تاریخ مختصر دروغ های فاشیستی) May 30, 2024 00:25:53 Ep97. Book Club - A Brief History of Fascist Lies by F. Finchelstein (تاریخ مختصر دروغ های فاشیستی)

Ep96. Book Club - Miss Dior by Justine Picardie (میس دیور اثر جاستین پیکاردی) May 23, 2024 00:29:55 Ep96. Book Club - Miss Dior by Justine Picardie (میس دیور اثر جاستین پیکاردی) :لینک توضیحات پادکست https://open.substack.com/pub/maiwandnazary/p/152?r=1wbz5h&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Ep95. Book Club - Night by Elie Wiesel (شب اثر الی ویزل) May 16, 2024 00:35:13 Ep95. Book Club - Night by Elie Wiesel (شب اثر الی ویزل) :لینک توضیحات پادکست https://maiwandnazary.substack.com/p/2b5?r=1wbz5h

Ep94. Book Club - Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank (آن فرانک: خاطرات یک دختر جوان) May 8, 2024 00:24:50 Ep94. Book Club - Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank (آن فرانک: خاطرات یک دختر جوان) :لینک توضیحات پادکست https://maiwandnazary.substack.com/p/1ad?r=1wbz5h

Ep93. Book Club - Man's Search for Meaning by V. E. Frankl (انسان در جستجوی معنا) May 1, 2024 00:26:06 Ep93. Book Club - Man's Search for Meaning by V. E. Frankl (انسان در جستجوی معنا) :لینک توضیحات پادکست https://open.substack.com/pub/maiwandnazary/p/c20?r=1wbz5h&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

Ep92. Book Club - Invisible Women by C.C. Perez (زنان نامرئی اثر کرولاین کریادو پرز) Apr 23, 2024 00:20:10 Ep92. Book Club - Invisible Women by C.C. Perez (زنان نامرئی اثرخانم پرز) :لینک توضیحات پادکست https://open.substack.com/pub/maiwandnazary/p/241?r=1wbz5h&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Ep92. Virginity: man's fascination with blood (بکارت: شیفته ‌گی مرد به خون) Apr 11, 2024 00:18:38 Ep92. Virginity: man's fascination with blood (بکارت: شیفته ‌گی مرد به خون) Happy Eid Mubarak to all our listeners! I'd like to begin by shining a spotlight on Qais Alamdar's extraordinary journey, cycling 3500 KM across Europe to support Afghan women. His efforts to raise awareness about the struggles faced by women in Afghanistan are both inspiring and crucial. Join us in supporting his cause

Ep91. Empowerment & Education: Pashtana's Mission for Afghan Women (گفت و شنود با پشتانه درانی) Apr 6, 2024 01:23:01 Ep91. Empowerment & Education: Pashtana's Mission for Afghan Women (!پشتانه درانی - طالبان را با آموزش دختران شکست دهید) Note: This episode is in English and we're joined by my co-host Farhangez Saeedi. Pashtana Durrani is a remarkable figure and a powerful voice in the space of women's education in Afghanistan. In this episode, Pashtana delves into her inspiring journey from the refugee camps o

Trailer (تریلر) Mar 30, 2024 00:03:14 Hello and welcome to 'Jaad-e Maiwand,' a podcast where the ultimate questions of life are not just asked, but explored in depth. Are you intrigued by the mysteries of existence? Have you ever pondered why we're here, the true essence of living, or what defines our humanity? Do topics like free-will, the afterlife, and the role of Artificial Intelligence in our evolution capture your imagination?

Ep90. Misogyny in Persian Literature: A Critical Examination (جنسیت ‌زدگی ادبیات فارسی) Mar 28, 2024 00:20:21 Ep90. Misogyny in Persian Literature: A Critical Examination (جنسیت ‌زدگی ادبیات فارسی) In this episode we delve deep into the heart of Persian literary tradition to uncover and analyse the underlying currents of misogyny. Through a blend of scholarly insight and engaging narrative, we explore how gender bias is intricately woven into the fabric of Persian poetry and prose, shaping narratives and

Ep89. Behind Shadows: Women's Place in Afghan Society (زن نامه - نقش و حضــور زن در اجتماع) Mar 21, 2024 00:14:48 Ep89. Behind Shadows: Women's Place in Afghan Society (زن نامه - نقش و حضــور زن در اجتماعزن) ☘️نوروز مبارک☘️ As the Persian New Year ushers in a time of renewal and hope, it casts a poignant light on a contrasting reality in Afghanistan, where dreams and aspirations are being systematically extinguished. In this podcast, we delve into the harrowing circumstances faced by Afghan women and girl

Ep88. Deconstructing International Women's Day (زن نامه - ساختارشکنی روز زن) Mar 7, 2024 00:16:50 Ep88. Deconstructing International Women's Day (ساختارشکنی روز زن) In this podcast, I delve into the complex layers of International Women's Day, challenging the conventional narrative surrounding the celebration. Join me as I explore how International Women's Day, often hailed as a symbol of empowerment, can sometimes serve as yet another form of the patriarchy. From the historical struggles of

Ep87. A message to the United Nations (زن نامه - پیامی به سازمان ملل) Feb 22, 2024 00:24:38 Ep87. A message to the United Nations (زن نامه - پیامی به سازمان ملل) Note: This episode is in Persian In this episode I delve into the heart-wrenching realities facing women and girls in Afghanistan. As the world witnesses an alarming rollback of their rights and freedoms, I believe we should all stand in solidarity and give voice to their silenced stories. I give a speech to the United Natio

Ep.86. Patriarchy and its discontents with Dr. Yaqub Yasna (نقد گفتمان پدرسالار با دکتر یعقوب یسنا) Feb 15, 2024 01:46:55 Ep.86. Patriarchy and its discontents with Dr. Yaqub Yasna (نقد گفتمان پدرسالار با دکتر یعقوب یسنا) .این برنامه به زبان فارسی است .درود شنوندگان پادکست جاده میوند. گفتگوی بسیار جالبی با دکتر یعقوب یسنا داشتم :موضوعات که در این آپیسود مورد بحث قرار گرفت مردسالاری و پدرسالاری - Patriarchy فرهنگ بدوی/مردانه - Masculine culture جنس و جنسیت - Sex and gender روشنگری, روشنفکری - Enlightenment a

Ep.85 Negotiating ideas with Dr. Omar Sadr (گفت و شنود با دکتر عمر صدر) Jan 18, 2024 01:35:15 Ep.85 Negotiating ideas with Dr. Omar Sadr (گفت و شنود با دکتر عمر صدر) Note: This Episode is in Persian (Farsi) In this episode of our podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Omar Sadr, delving into a range of thought-provoking topics. We explored Dr. Sadr's personal journey and experiences, which have deeply informed his academic pursuits and perspectives. A significant part of our d

Ep84. Life Lessons - 2023 (درس آموخته های سال ۲۰۲۳) Dec 28, 2023 00:29:25 Ep84. Life Lessons 2023 (درس آموخته های سال ۲۰۲۳) Note: This episode is in Farsi. Welcome to '20 Lessons from 2023;' it's the last episode of the year where I break down the big realisations and everyday wisdom I've all picked up this year. I am talking about the good, the bad, and everything in between that's taught me a thing or two. From personal stories to universal truths, I explore what 2

Ep83. Rumi - What you seek is seeking you (هر چیز که در جستن آنی آنی - مولانا) Dec 21, 2023 00:38:52 Ep83. Rumi - What you seek is seeking you (هر چیز که در جستن آنی آنی - مولانا) Note: This episode is in Farsi "Beyond right and wrong, there is a field. I'll meet you there." - Rumi In this episode of we journey into the heart of the 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic, Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Balkhi. Known simply as Rumi, his profound words have transcended time and geography to touch th

Ep82. Maiwand Nazary in the hot seat (میوند نظری زیر ذره بین) Dec 3, 2023 01:14:04 Ep82. Maiwand Nazary in the hot seat (میوند نظری زیر ذره بین) Note: This podcast is in Farsi In this unique and exciting episode of the Jaad-e Maiwand podcast, the tables are turned as I, your usual host, take the hot seat. My partner in crime becomes the interrogator, peppering me with a series of spicy questions that promise to reveal more about me than ever before. It's about time our loyal l

Ep81. What is Zionism? (صهیونیسم چیست و صهیونیست کیست؟) Nov 24, 2023 00:37:16 Ep81. What is Zionism? (صهیونیسم چیست و صهیونیست کیست؟) Note: This episode is in Persian In this episode we delve into the complex and often misunderstood topics of Zionism and Anti-Zionism. Our journey begins with a historical exploration of Zionism, its origins, and its evolution over time. We then shift our focus to Anti-Zionism, examining its various interpretations and the reasons why it's

Ep80. A Brief History of anti-Semitism (یهودستیزی یعنی چی و یهودستیز یعنی کی؟) Nov 12, 2023 00:43:54 Ep80. A Brief History of anti-Semitism (یهودستیزی یعنی چی و یهودستیز یعنی کی؟) Note: This episode is in Farsi In this episode, we delve into the history of anti-Semitism, a topic more relevant than ever amidst its alarming global resurgence. We explore its hidden forms and how it subtly infiltrates our thoughts and beliefs, often unnoticed. Join us as we aim to raise awareness and challenge thes

Ep79. The Enduring Wisdom of Rumi and Leonard Cohen (خرد ماندگار مولانا و لئونارد کوهن) Oct 26, 2023 00:54:11 Ep79. The Enduring Wisdom of Rumi and Leonard Cohen (خرد ماندگار مولانا و لئونارد کوهن) Note: This episode is in English In a world where discord often drowns the melodies of understanding and compassion, I find solace and guidance in the timeless verses of Rumi and the soulful tunes of Leonard Cohen. Their poetic narratives have been a beacon of light in my journey of exploring the profound and

Ep78. Israel and Palestine: Is co-existence possible? (اسرائیل و فلسطین: آیا حمزیستی ممکن است؟) Oct 19, 2023 00:25:14 Ep78. Israel and Palestine: Two Homelands One Hope (اسرائیل و فلسطین: آیا حمزیستی ممکن است؟) Note: This podcast is in Farsi Welcome to a deeply personal episode where I once again delve into the sensitive and often misunderstood topic of the Israel-Palestinian conflict. In today's show, I share my hopes, fears, and disappointments surrounding this complex issue that has troubled hearts and minds

Ep77. History of the Israel-Palestine conflict (تاریخچه درگیری اسرائیل و فلسطین) Oct 14, 2023 00:19:08 Ep77. History of the Israel-Palestine conflict (تاریخچه درگیری اسرائیل و فلسطین) .این پادکست کاملا به زبان فارسی است .آنچه که از دلیل جنگ های تمام نشدنی اسراییل و فلسطین لازمه بدانید این پادکست قصد داره دلیل اصلی جنگ های اسرائیل با فلسطین یا غزه یا حماس را به طور ریشه ای و از منابع تاریخی بررسی کنه که چرا اسرائیل و فلسطین جنگ میکنن و چرا این جنگ تمام نمیشه اسرائیل و فلسطین بیش از هفت دهه است ک

Ep76. Israeli-Palestinian Conflict - From Selective Outrage to Antisemitism (جنگ اسراییل و فلسطین) Oct 12, 2023 00:16:40 Ep76. Israeli-Palestinian Conflict - From Antisemitism to Selective Outrage (جنگ اسراییل و فلسطین) Note: This episode of the podcast is entirely in English It's high time we cut through the noise and face an unsettling reality: many within the Afghan community are fueling a vicious cycle of hatred and violence. I've been through two great wars—the civil war in Kabul and a more insidious war, a w

Ep75. In Conversation With Dr. Aria Fani (گفت و شنود با دکتر آریا فانی) Oct 5, 2023 01:51:21 Ep75. In Conversation With Dr. Aria Fani (گفت و شنود با دکتر آریا فانی) Note: Please note that while the introduction is in Farsi, our deep-dive conversation with Dr. Fani unfolds in English. Welcome to an another episode of the Jaad-e Maiwand Podcast where we have the privilege of hosting Dr. Aria Fani, Assistant Professor at the University of Washington and a pivotal voice in modern Persian li

Ep74. Divine Wine: Persian Poetry's Love Affair with Wine (می و معنویت در شعر و ادبیات پارسی) Sep 30, 2023 00:55:30 Ep74. The Elixir of Verses: Wine in Persian Poetry (می و معنویت در شعر و ادبیات پارسی) In this episode, we explore the timeless relationship between wine and poetry in Persian literary tradition. From the days of pre-Islamic Persia, where wine was celebrated as a divine nectar, to its complex role post the arrival of Islam and the Arabs, the notion of wine has been intricately woven into the very

Ep73. In Vino Veritas: The Allure of Wine in Persian Poetry (ساقی و می و میخانه در شعر فارسی) Aug 18, 2023 00:41:47 Ep73. In Vino Veritas: The Allure of Wine in Persian Poetry (ساقی و می و میخانه در شعر فارسی) Note: Please note that this episode is in Farsi. “O wine, with thee is joy, take away a thousand sorrows,” begins a mesmerizing verse by Hafiz, setting the tone for a riveting journey into the heart of Persian literature. Join on for a deep dive into the intoxicating world of Persian poetry as we unra

Ep72. Adab - An Introduction (ادب چیست و از که اموزیم؟) Aug 4, 2023 00:44:55 Ep72. Adab - An Introduction (ادب چیست و از که اموزیم؟) Note: Please note that this episode is in Farsi. Welcome to Episode 72 of the Jaad-e Maiwand Podcast. In this episode we will be exploring a different facet of the beautiful Persian culture. We're going to delve into a concept that has profoundly shaped Persianate societies from the 13th to the 19th centuries - a concept known as 'Adab'🍷 A

Ep71. What is literature and why read it? (چرا باید ادبیات بخوانیم؟) Jul 20, 2023 00:15:24 Ep71. What is literature and why read it? (چرا باید ادبیات بخوانیم؟) Note: This episode is in Farsi In this episode of our podcast, we embark on a reflective journey, unravelling the complex layers of literature and its profound implications on our lives. This episode illuminates the intricate interplay of words and thoughts, demonstrating how novels, essays, prose, and poems transcend the realm

Ep70. In conversation with Dr. Shakardokht Jafari (گفت و شنود با دکتر شکردخت جعفری) Jul 13, 2023 01:47:54 Ep70. In conversation with Dr. Shakardokht Jafari (گفت و شنود با دکتر شکردخت جعفری) Note: Please note that while the introduction is in Farsi, our deep-dive conversation with Dr. Shakardokht Jafari unfolds in English. Welcome to Episode 70 of the Jaad-e Maiwand Podcast. In this enriching episode, I had the distinct privilege of speaking with Dr. Shakardokht Jafari, a renowned medical physicist,

Ep69. In conversation with Stephan Jensen (گفت و شنود با استفان جنسن) Jul 6, 2023 01:07:50 Ep69. In conversation with Stephan Jensen (گفت و شنود با استفان جنسن) Note: Please note that while the introduction is in Farsi, our deep-dive conversation with Stephan unfolds in English. Welcome to Episode 69 of the Jaad-e Maiwand Podcast. In this thought-provoking episode, join us as we delve into the complex world of Afghanistan with Stephan Jensen, a former officer in the Norwegian Army. W

Ep68. In conversation with Ali Arefi & Basira Paigham 🌈 (گفت و شنود با علی عارفی و بصیره پیغام) Jul 2, 2023 01:02:11 Ep68. In conversation with Ali Arefi & Basira Paigham (گفت و شنود با علی عارفی و بصیره پیغام)🌈 Note: Please note that while our introduction is in English, our deep-dive conversation with Ali Jan and Basira Jan unfolds in the beautiful Farsi. Welcome to Episode 68 of the Jaad-e Maiwand Podcast. I had the great privilege to sit down with two exceptional individuals from the global LGBTQI communi

Ep67. In conversation with Omaid Sharifi (گفت و شنود با امید شریفی) Jun 27, 2023 01:03:26 Ep67. In conversation with Omaid Sharifi (گفت و شنود با امید شریفی) Note: Please note that while our introduction is in English, our deep-diving conversation with Omaid Jan unfolds in the beautiful language of Farsi. Welcome to Episode 67 of the Jaad-e Mawand podcast. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of art in society with the incredible Omaid Sharifi. Omaid Jan is more than

Ep66. Bibi Haji (داستان کوتاه بی بی حاجی) Jun 8, 2023 00:56:11 Ep66. Short Story - Bibi Haji (داستان کوتاه بی بی حاجی) Note: This episode is in Farsi In the first part, we present the distinguished Afghan writer and teacher, Ms. Homaira Qaderi. Known for her compelling book "Dancing in the Mosque," Qaderi reveals a striking perspective on Afghan women's realities, transforming the harsh into the lyrical, and challenging entrenched norms. Her evocative narra

Ep65. Federalism in Afghanistan - A Dialogue with Qais Alamdar (فدرالیسم - گفتگو با قیس علمدار) Jun 1, 2023 01:22:27 Ep65. Federalism in Afghanistan - A Dialogue with Qais Alamdar (فدرالیسم - گفتگو با قیس علمدار) Note: This episode is in English In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into the prospects of decentralisation and federalism for Afghanistan's future. We sit down with Qais Alamdar, an advocate for education and accomplished consultant, who shares insights from his academic research on regional

Ep64. In Conversation with Pashtana Durrani (گفت و شنود با پشتنه درانی) Apr 27, 2023 01:33:55 Ep64. In Conversation with Pashtana Durrani (گفت و شنود با پشتنه درانی) Welcome to the latest episode of Jaad-e Maiwand Podcast! Our very special guest for this podcast is none other than the amazing Pashtana Durrani. Unfortunately, your host is linguistically challenged and does not speak Pashto, and Pashtana wasn't too comfortable with Dari. So what did we do? We did what any self-respecting po

Ep63. In conversation with Toba Adina-Jao (گفت و شنود با توبا آدینا هائو) Mar 30, 2023 01:03:44 Ep63. In conversation with Toba Adina-Jao (گفت و شنود با توبا آدینا هائو) In this episode of the podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Toba Adina-Jao, a children's book writer based in California, USA. Toba jan shared with me her passion for writing and her latest book, "Me, Mommy, Mantu," which is available on Amazon. Link to the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Me-Mommy-Mantu-Toba

Ep62. Aryana Sayeed - The Soundtrack of Resistance (بانو آریانا سعید - موسیقی و مقاومت) Mar 21, 2023 00:39:28 Ep62. Aryana Sayeed - The Soundtrack of Resistance (بانو آریانا سعید - موسیقی و مقاومت) As we celebrate Nawroz, the Persian New Year, this episode takes a deep dive into the power of art and music, with a special focus on the work of Aryana Sayeed, the renowned female Afghan singer. Sayeed's music has become a symbol of strength and resilience for Afghan women, defying societal expectations and g

Ep.61 The Tale of Carl Tanzler & Elena De Hoyos (داستان وحشتناک کارل تانزلر و النا دی هویوس) Mar 16, 2023 00:31:30 Ep.61 The Tale of Carl Tanzler & Elena De Hoyos (داستان وحشتناک کارل تانزلر و النا دی هویوس) In this episode, we delve into the twisted story of Carl Tanzler and Elena De Hoyos, a tale that is as gruesome as it is bizarre. Tanzler, a radiology technician, became infatuated with Elena, a young Cuban-American woman, and began a strange and obsessive relationship with her, even after she died. Join

Ep60. Why Socrates Hated Democracy (چرا سقراط از دموکراسی متنفر بود؟) Mar 9, 2023 00:07:45 Ep60. Why Socrates Hated Democracy (چرا سقراط از دموکراسی متنفر بود؟) Note: This episode is in Farsi (توجه: این پادکست به زبان فارسی است) سقراط عقیده داشت که رای دادن یک مهارت است و نه یک بصیرت غریزی و باید افراد را برای آن آموزش داد. او جامعه را به یک کشتی تشبیه میکرد که برای سفر به دریا میرود و از افراد میپرسید آیا شما ترجیح میدهید کنترل امور کشتی را همه ی افراد سوار بر آن بر عهده داشته باشند

Ep59. زندگی‌ای که از آن من نبود (A life that was not mine) Mar 2, 2023 00:22:14 Ep59. زندگی‌ای که از آن من نبود (A life that was not mine) Note: This episode is in Farsi (توجه: این پادکست به زبان فارسی است) این پادکست دارای دو قسمت است. در قسمت اول در مورد داستان های کوتاه و ویژگی های منحصر به آنها صحبت می کنم. در قسمت دوم داستان کوتاهی به نام «زندگی که مال من نبود» را با شما به اشتراک می گذارم. از همه شنوندگان عزی پادکست سپاسگزاریم لطفا لایک و اشتراک گذاری را فراموش نکن

Ep58. Beyond Cupid's Arrow - Romantic Lives & Chemicals? (فراتر از پیکان کوپید) Feb 25, 2023 00:16:43 Ep58. Beyond Cupid's Arrow - Can We Enhance Our Romantic Lives With Chemicals? Note: This episode is in English Get ready for some romance and science! In this episode of Jaad-e Maiwand, we've got love on the brain - literally! I'm exploring the latest research on love drugs, and whether they could be the key to unlocking a stronger, more enduring bond between you and your partner. Whether you'r

Ep57. The Choice & The Gift - Edith Eger (انتخاب و هدیه اثر ادیت ایگر) Feb 23, 2023 00:44:51 Ep57. The Choice & The Gift - Edith Eger (انتخاب و هدیه اثر ادیت ایگر) Note: Episode is in English Welcome to the next episode of our book club podcast, where we dive deep into the pages of two awe-inspiring books by the renowned author, Edith Eger. In this episode, we explore the profound impact of Edith Eger's The Choice and The Gift, as we immerse ourselves in her poignant and powerful journe

Ep56. Love and Philosophy: A Deep Dive into the Mysteries of the Heart (فلسفه عشق) Feb 18, 2023 00:15:11 Ep56. Love and Philosophy: A Deep Dive into the Mysteries of the Heart (فلسفه عشق) by Maiwand Nazary

Ep55. In conversation with Basira Paigham (بصیره پیغام: مبارزات خانواده رنگین کمان افغانستان) Feb 16, 2023 01:35:46 Ep55. In conversation with Basira Paigham ( گفت و شنود با بصیره پیغام: مبارزات خانواده رنگین کمان افغانستان) 🌈 زندگی پنهان: جامعه دگرباشان جنسی افغانستان همجنسگرایی در افغانستان تابو است، در رسانه‌ها مطرح نمی شود و عموما .به عنوان پدیده‌ای خلاف اخلاق و دین اسلام تلقی می شود به همین خاطر در مورد تعداد همجنسگرایان و سایر دگرباشان جنسی .افغانستان هیچ آماری وجود ندارد دگرباشان جنسی در افغانستا

Ep54. Surviving the Storms of Life: A Stoic Guide (مقابله با سختی ها) Feb 11, 2023 00:22:11 Ep54. Surviving the Storms of Life: A Stoic Guide to Navigating Natural Disasters (مقابله با سختی ها به کمک فلسفه رواقی) Note: This episode is in English Hi everyone, and welcome to episode 54 of Jaade- Maiwand Podcast. Today, we're going to be discussing the Stoic approach to natural disasters and how these teachings can provide comfort and guidance during difficult times. But before we delv

Ep53. Choosing Life: An Existential Exploration of Choice and Responsibility (‌قیام علیه خودفریبی) Feb 4, 2023 00:19:20 Ep53. Choosing Life: An Existential Exploration of Choice and Responsibility (ژان پل سارتر ،‌ قیامی علیه خودفریبی) With every choice we make, we forge our own path and carve out a unique journey, shaping our existence like a master sculptor shaping a work of art, and that's why I chose to speak in English on this episode, to reach a wider audience and let my voice ring out, unencumbered by lingui

Ep52. In conversation with Zarifa Ghafari (گفت و شنود با ظریفه غفاری) Jan 26, 2023 02:47:45 Ep52. In conversation with Zarifa Ghafari (گفت و شنود با ظریفه غفاری) In this episode, we have a special guest. I speak with one of the most courageous women alive. She is the former mayor of Maidan Wardak, a small town 40 KM away from Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. She is also the Founder & General Director of Peghla FM Radio, the Founder & CEO of APAW Org, and a Human Rights Activist. She h

Ep51. The Murder of Morsal Obeidi (قتل مرسل عبیدی) Jan 19, 2023 00:59:48 Ep51. The Murder of Morsal Obeidi (قتل مرسل عبیدی) For the comprehensive story of Morsal Obeidi in English check out my article on Substack. Don't forget to subscribe ☘️ Link to the article: https://open.substack.com/pub/maiwandnazary/p/jaad-e-maiwand-true-crime-podcast?r=1wbz5h&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web Thank you 🙏 Maiwand

Ep50. Ahmad Massoud's Big Mistake (اشتباه بزرگ احمد مسعود) Jan 5, 2023 00:32:09 Ep50. Ahmad Massoud's Big Mistake (اشتباه بزرگ احمد مسعود) Happy New Year to all the lovely listeners of Jaad-e Maiwand Podcast! ☘️ In this very first episode of this year I discuss a heavy topic, namely Ahmad Massoud's latest statement regarding Israeli-Palestinian conflict and his comparison of the current Afghan resistance against the Taliban with the so called struggle of the Palestinians.

Ep49. Educated - Tara Westover (تحصیل کرده اثر تارا وستور) Dec 29, 2022 01:30:57 Ep49. Educated - Tara Westover (تحصیل کرده اثر تارا وستور) This is our second episode of 'Ketab-khan-e Jaad-e Maiwand' (Jaad-e Maiwand's Library) where we discuss Tara Westover's memoir 'Educated'. Farah is joining me as my co-host. Educated is the captivating memoir of a woman who grew up isolated from society, abused by her family, and despite zero childhood education, she broke the restraint

Ep48. In conversation with Dr. Sahraa Karimi (ناگفته ها: گفت و شنود با دکتر صحرا کریمی) Dec 18, 2022 02:00:46 Ep48. Untold stories: In conversation with Sahraa Karimi (ناگفته ها: گفت و شنود با دکتر صحرا کریمی) In this episode I speak with one of the most talented Afghan filmmakers, directors, scenario writers and former head of Afghan Film Dr. Sahraa Karimi. We discuss a wide range of topics, from Sahraa Karimi's childhood to her path towards becoming a film director to her many migrations and years o

Ep47. The Mothers of Mahipar (مادران ماهی پر - گفت و شنود با دکتر فروغ کریمی) Dec 1, 2022 01:46:30 Ep47. The Mothers of Mahipar (مادران ماهی پر - گفت و شنود با دکتر فروغ کریمی) Dear friends, Here is my conversation with Dr. Forugh Karimi. I really enjoyed our chat. Dr. Karimi is a Afghan-Dutch writer, psychiatrist and psychotherapist living in the Netherlands. I spoke with her after reading her first roman 'De Moeders van Mahipar' which was an excellent reason for me to invite her on the show

Ep46. Buddha, His Life and Teachings (بودا و فلسفه رنج) Nov 17, 2022 00:42:18 Ep46. Buddha, His Life and Teachings (بودا و فلسفه رنج) What is it about? In this podcast I explore how adopting a Buddhist approach to life can unlock a true and deeply felt freedom. I draw on on ancient wisdom from Buddha’s teachings and try to create a systematic path to establish mindfulness of body, emotions, thought, and time as a way to overcome suffering. Who is it for? - Curious mind

Ep45. Honor killing - Story of Amir & Amena (قتل ناموسی - داستان امیر و آمنه) Oct 27, 2022 00:12:39 Ep45. Honor killing - Story of Amir & Amena (قتل ناموسی - داستان امیر و آمنه) Honor killing or shame killing is the murder of an individual, either an outsider or a member of a family, by someone seeking to protect what they see as the dignity and honor of themselves or their family. Join me for the episode as I tell the harrowing story of Amir and Amena. A young couple under the spell of honour

Ep44. The soul of the world (روح جهان - دفاع از مقدسات) Oct 20, 2022 00:28:45 Ep44. The soul of the world (روح جهان - دفاع از مقدسات) In this episode I defend the experience of the sacred against today’s fashionable forms of atheism. Our personal relationships, moral intuitions, and aesthetic judgments hint at a transcendent dimension that cannot be understood through the lens of science alone. To be fully alive and to understand what we are, is to acknowledge the reality

Ep43. The God Delusion (پندار خدا) Oct 14, 2022 00:35:02 Ep43. The God Delusion (پندار خدا) Does God exist? Are the world's greatest monotheistic religions (e.g. Judaism, Christianity, Islam) true? Should we all rather be atheists? Join me on this podcast as I discuss the impossibility of God's existence by providing known and lesser known proofs and arguments for the non-existence of a supreme and powerful being. It is logically impossible for an all

Ep42. In order to live - Yeonmi Park (به خاطر زندگی اثر یئان می پارک) Sep 27, 2022 01:15:40 Ep42. In order to live (به خاطر زندگی اثر یئان می پارک) This is our very first episode of the 'Ketab-khan-e Jaad-e Maiwand' (Jaad-e Maiwand'd Library) where we discuss Yeonmi Park's book 'In order to live'. I have a 'mystery guest' as my co-host for the show. She kindly accepted to talk about Yeonmi's incredible story and share her thoughts with us for which I am very grateful. We did this show

Ep41. Letter To My Daughter: Embody Your Philosophy (نامه ای به دخترم: فلسفه خود را تجسم کن) Sep 23, 2022 00:21:51 Ep41. Letter To My Daughter: Embody Your Philosophy (نامه ای به دخترم: فلسفه خود را تجسم کن) “Don't explain your philosophy. Embody it.” - Epictetus You are growing up before my eyes, and it fills me with wonder and joy, sadness, and fear. I marvel at what a beautiful and kind little person you are becoming! Your smile and your bubbly energy can lighten the mood of a room in an instant. But I am

Ep40. History and its value (تاریخ و ارزش تاریخ: گفتگو با پروفسور خیل ون دن آکر) Sep 18, 2022 01:58:26 Ep40. History and its value (تاریخ و ارزش تاریخ: گفتگو با پروفسور خیل ون دن آکر) In this episode I speak with Prof. Chiel van den Akker about a variety of topics related to history and its value. We discuss the difference between history and philosophy of history, what is history and why its usefulness are mutually dependent, birth of history-writing, history as science, the role of narrative, if

Ep39. Afghanistan – One year of Taliban rule (یک سال حکومت طالبان - گفتگو با الیور مارسدن) Aug 31, 2022 01:03:19 Ep.39 Afghanistan – One year of Taliban rule (یک سال حکومت طالبان - گفتگو با الیورمارسدن) It has been one year since the fall of Afghanistan and Afghans are still suffering. One US soldier puts it this way when he talks about the mission to 'liberate' Afghanistan: "At night, when I am alone, and the demons come, I can hear these wails. They haunt me. When I am awakened by their wails, I often rem

Ep38. Salman Rushdie and the struggle for free speech (سلمان رشدی و مبارزه برای آزادی بیان) Aug 24, 2022 00:12:57 Salman Rushdie and the struggle for free speech (سلمان رشدی و مبارزه برای آزادی بیان) Join me as I discuss the recent attack on Salman Rushdie and the importance of free speech. Please give your favourite episodes a 👍 and share your favourite episodes with friends and family. This encourages me personally and it also helps the show grow 🙏 Thank you! Maiwand

Ep37. Tajiks - Iranians of the East? (تاجیکان: ایرانیان شرق؟) Aug 15, 2022 02:18:39 Ep37. Tajiks - Iranians of the East? (تاجیکان: ایرانیان شرق؟) Join me for this important conversation with Prof. Richard Foltz, scholar of Iranian studies at the Concordia University, Montreal Canada. We cover a lot of ground, 5000 years of Tajik history to be precise! Here are some of topics we discuss at length: - Aryan peoples migration into Central Asia - Sogdians/Bactrians - Turk/Tajik d

Ep36. Musica Poetica: Heraclitus & Democritus (موسیقی شاعرانه: هراکلیتوس و دموکریتوس) Jul 16, 2022 00:13:22 Ep36. Musica Poetica: Heraclitus & Democritus (موسیقی شاعرانه: هراکلیتوس و دموکریتوس) The sheer reality of life, with all its ups and downs, awareness of our mortality, sickness, laughter, tragedy and comedy of life, these some aspects of life that we humans have to deal with thru-out life 🙂 Heraclitus and Democritus are famous greek philosophers who thought very differently about the world and

Ep35. Sediq Shabab: Songs of Defiance (صدیق شباب: موسیقی، مبارزه و مقاومت) Jul 6, 2022 00:25:52 Ep35. Sediq Shabab: Songs of Defiance (صدیق شباب: موسیقی، مبارزه و مقاومت) Join me as I explore the world of protest music. In this episode I take a deep dive into this very daring music genre that has occupied many great minds and artists thru-out history. 🎤 I am grateful for having met Sediq Shabab who is not only a very talented and famous singer and has millions of listeners worldwide, but h

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