Iran’s history has been a never-ending struggle for liberty and independence. In this podcast, Oriana tells the story of how Iran ended... more
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The battle for Iran's constitutional democracy rages on as the reactionary forces of Mohammad Ali Shah lay siege to the... more
What comes after establishing democracy in a nation? Protecting it at all costs. In this episode, the ideals of democracy clash... more
What can you do when the king is assassinated, prices are high and the country is in crisis? You demand... more
How a religious ban on tobacco jump started the fight for Persia's democracy. The story of the Qajar dynasty, their... more
The modern history of Iran begins with a myth, a lion and a sun ...
Welcome to the Lion and the Sun Podcast: A Modern History of Iran