Voice of Literature (آوای ادبیات)

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 Nations a...

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 and freethi...

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 dis...

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 2023...

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 the sou...

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 lis...

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 fr...

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 these...

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 t...

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 f...

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 که در...

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 war...

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 lite...

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) 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 unravel...

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'🍷 Ada...

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 o...

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, en...

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. We e...

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 community...

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 ju...

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 narrati...

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 fe...

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 pod...

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-A...