Learn Persian with Free Podcasts Whether you are student or a seasoned speaker, our lessons offer something for everyone. We incorporate culture and current issues into each episode to give the most informative, both linguistically and culturally, podcasts possible. For those of you with just the plane ride to prepare, check our survival phrase series at PersianPod101.com. One of these phrases just might turn your trip into the best one ever!
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Podgap provides you Persian conversation for beginners to advanced level, learning vocabularies, grammar, Persian literature, & interview with different people. You will be in touch with colloquial Persian, Iranian culture, & tradition (Iran Fact). With Persian Podgap you will learn & speak Persian in real life and everyday situation. You can connect by Email at the moment: [email protected] Second Channel for listening to the Persian News: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learn-persian ...
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A podcast dedicated to showcasing successful Iranians around the world. We highlight the good and the great of the Iranian community. Interviews, life stories, career journeys, and what made them successful.
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This is an independent, non-partisan podcast for discussing Iran-related topics, hosted by Saman Askari, an Iranian-American professional from the San Francisco Bay Area.
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Listen to conversations with scientists, CEO's, comedians, entrepreneurs and others who are 'hyphenated' Americans. These are people who at some point in their lives immigrated to the United States in search of the American Dream and achieved it. The topics range from the guests' life stories to subjects within their fields of expertise. Being an immigrant himself, the host asks questions that are informed by his unique experiences. Subscribe now and be inspired by these truly American stories!
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Learn Persian with Chai and Conversation teaches you conversational Persian in a fun and casual manner in weekly lessons of about 15-20 minutes each. Check out our website chaiandconversation.com for more information.
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This podcast fields general questions about all things Persian - culture, behaviour, upbringing, politics, history, film, fashion, current events and more.
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A tribute to her late grandmother Shirin, her podcast Shirin Conversations exists to empower younger and future Iranian Americans on an accessible platform. Host, Marjaneh Peyrovan, fills the vacancy in the digital space to include Iranian women in the collective conversation by creating a directory of "sweet" interviews that highlight Iranian women's triumphs through trials within their careers, education, upbringing, and their connection through their heritage.
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پادکست جیگسا پادکستیه در هر قسمت اون ما یک مسائله نسبتاً جالب رو بررسی میکنیم.
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Iran has a history that is steeped in poetry, music and art, an identity that has spread far beyond its borders. Time & Again considers Iran’s potent history through the epic poem, the Shahnama. No matter what gender, generation, class, religion or political inclination, every single Persian knows about the Shahnama. It is a text that tells tales of warriors and kings, love and betrayals and that has lasted for thousands of years, the resonance of which remains. This podcast explores this te ...
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You will learn a lot about Persian language, culture, new vocabs, real life spoken Farsi, etc.
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Welcome to Rantology! A show about two people who have nothing better to do but rant about everything from culture, politics, philosophy, current affairs and most importantly first world problems.
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An audio platform for the study of the pre-modern Islamic(ate) past and beyond. We interview academics, archivists and artists on their work for peers and junior students in the field. We aim to educate, inspire, perhaps infuriate, and on the way entertain a little too. https://linktr.ee/abbasidhistorypodcast Suitable also for general listeners with an interest in geographically diverse medieval history.
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An inside view of how Israel can warm your heart and make your blood boil. It’s a show by a journalist, a professor and an NGO professional who live in and love Israel even though it drives them crazy, and who each week discuss the latest in Israeli politics, culture, and society.
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The church in Iran is one of the fastest-growing evangelical movements in the world today. Join us as we hear stories from Iranian men and women about how the church is growing in unprecedented ways, fueled by the simple belief that Jesus is alive.
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A podcast designed to help you learn and revise for your Latin, Greek and Class Civ courses. So far, we have: 1. GCSE Class Civ: Myth and Religion 2. GCSE Class Civ: Homeric World 3. A level Class Civ: Love and Relationships 4. A level Class Civ: Invention of the Barbarian 5. "Jumping off points": special guests join us to talk about Classical Civilisation and the multiplicity of links to the rest of history, literature, religion, and society.
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These are the lectures from Mr. Dixon's AWESOME AP World History class. Now you can take Mr. Dixon with you 24/7.. because he's just that cool =] Air guitar NOT included.
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Our picks for the best and most popular episodes of OHP in 2019 on this year's theme of imagination and diaspora
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MigrAsians is a podcast about creative and political Asians and how their story of migration informs what they do and their path to healing. The Asian diaspora runs far and wide, as does Asian immigration history. All of this has birthed the model minority myth as well as a myriad of stereotypes that don't consider nuance or the vastness of this continent. Meet artists, activists, writers, advocates, and other creatives and politicos that are deeply affected by their path of immigration. Hos ...
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Jews are culturally, religiously, politically, and ethnically unique yet diverse. This podcast aims to explore all of the intricacies and intersectionalities that come with being Jewish. Sometimes we go broad and sometimes we go deep, sometimes it's heavy and sometimes it's light, but it's always eye-opening. Episodes include conversations with academics, scientists, artists, creatives, people who all bring a different lens to the question, “what does it mean to be Jewish in the 21st century ...
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Interviews with Scholars of Central Asia about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/central-asian-studies
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Fresh off her her-storic run on Season 12, the Persian Princess of Drag, Jackie Cox is unleashing her NERDY side as she explores all things Nerdy on a new weekly podcast – because while it takes Charisma, Uniqueness, and Talent... It Do Take Nerd! From sci-fi to fantasy, to video games – no four-eyed subject is off-limits as Jackie discusses the Queer impact that nerdy fandoms have had on her and her special guests!
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The History of Ancient Greece Podcast is a deep-dive into one of the most influential and fundamental civilization in world history. Hosted by philhellene Ryan Stitt, THOAG spans over two millennia. From the Bronze Age to the Archaic Period, from Classical Greece to the Hellenistic kingdoms, and finally to the Roman conquest, this podcast will tell the history of a fundamental civilization by bringing to life the fascinating stories of all the ancient sources and scholarly interpretations of ...
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The Bodleian Libraries at the University of Oxford is the largest university library system in the United Kingdom. It includes the principal University library - the Bodleian Library - which has been a legal deposit library for 400 years; as well as 28 other libraries across Oxford including major research libraries and faculty, department and institute libraries. Together, the Libraries hold more than 12 million printed items, over 80,000 e-journals and outstanding special collections inclu ...
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Special Guest: Charlie Pearson on the Persian Wars, the Crusades, and the role of conflict in shaping cultural identity
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35:51Send us a text In this episode of the Bristol Grammar School Classics Podcast, Andy Keen and Dan Watkins are joined by historian and educator Charlie Pearson for a rich and thought-provoking discussion exploring the Persian Wars, the Crusades, and the role of conflict in shaping cultural identity. The episode opens with a question of directions—Eas…
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Linda Gradstein, Miriam Herschlag and Noah Efron talk about (1) the IDF’s at-least-partly debunked explanation for how and why 15 Palestinians in rescue vehicles were shot dead by Israeli soldiers in Rafah, and (2) Prime Minister Netanyahu’s embarrassing visit to the White House this week. All this and new glosses on the Passover Haggadah, a living…
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🖊️EP058 Ali Hammoud on the life and works of Nasir Khusraw (d. c.1088CE): The Proof
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28:50Born 1004CE in present-day Tajikistan then under control of the Ghaznavid dynasty, Abū Muʿīn al-Dīn Nasir Khusraw was an Ismaili convert and missionary who became better known for his poetry. To discuss with us today the life, works and legacy of Nasir Khusraw is Ali Hammoud. Ali Hammoud is a PhD candidate at Western Sydney University. He is broadl…
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Podgap (120) | Persian Vocabulary (Int.): Expressing Surprise in Persian!
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5:00What do you say when you're shocked or surprised?!In this episode of PodGap, we’re diving into fascinating Persian expressions used to express surprise! From "Jalal Khalegh" and "Be haqq-e chizha-ye nadide" to "Kaf kardam" and "Fakam oftad", you’ll learn how native speakers react to unexpected situations. Through fun dialogues and real-life example…
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Linda Gradstein, Gilad Halpern and Noah Efron talk about (1) the anti-Hamas demonstrations in Gaza and what, if anything, we learn from them about the hearts and minds of Gazans, and (2) on the fifth anniversary of the pandemic, how, if at all, COVID-19 changed us as a society and as individuals. All this and bagels, boondoggles and kabbalistic ble…
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Prototype Video Lessons for Intermediate Learners #3 - 25 Must-Know Intermediate Phrases
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6:50learn 25 useful intermediate phrases in PersianBy PersianPod101.com
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Core Words and Phrases Season 2 S2 #84 - Core Words Lesson #24 — Quiz Review
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Poker Face: The Woman Who Bet It All On Herself & Won
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58:02What does it take to rise from nothing in Iran to a world series poker champion on the global stage? Melika Razavi's life story reads like an epic novel, filled with challenges that would have broken many, but which instead forged an unstoppable force of nature. Born near the Caspian Sea in Iran, Melika's rebellious spirit emerged early as she defi…
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Persian Vocab Builder S1 #158 - Entertainment
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A hundred years ago this week, a Hebrew University was founded in Jerusalem.
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Special Guest: Colin Wadey on the nature of religion in the ancient and modern world
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44:48Send us a text In this episode of the Bristol Grammar School Classics Podcast, Andy Keen and Dan Watkins are joined by Colin Wadey, teacher of Philosophy and Ethics, for a wide-ranging discussion on the nature of religion in the ancient and modern world. The conversation explores the differences—and similarities—between Greek and Roman polytheism a…
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Podgap (119) | Persian Vocabulary (Beg.): Speaking from the Heart: How to Express Likes and Dislikes in Persian
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6:54In today’s episode, we’re diving into a very useful topic—expressing likes and dislikes in Persian. Whether you want to talk about your favorite food, hobbies, or opinions on different activities, knowing how to express what you like and dislike is essential for everyday conversations. We’ll explore key phrases, common expressions, and real-life ex…
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Core Words and Phrases Season 2 S2 #83 - Core Words Lesson #23 — Quiz Review
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The “Cessation’s Cessation” Edition
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1:51:28Miriam Herschlag, Don Futterman and Noah Efron talk about (1) Israel’s return to active fighting in Gaza, and what it may mean for the hostages, for Gazans and for the rest of us here and (2) Prime Minister Netanyahu’s decision to sack Ronen Bar, the head of the General Security Services, the Shabak, and what it says about the state of Israel’s gov…
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Learning Strategies #69 - The Importance of Guidance in Language Learning
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Interview | Babak Tafreshi on the Magic of the Night Sky
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53:02Babak Tafreshi is an incredibly inspiring Iranian photographer, science journalist and amateur astronomer. He got his start photographing in Iran, but has since moved to the United States. He is the creator and director of The World At Night, an international program in which photographers from around the world capture images of night skies as seen…
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Special Guest: Eva Yemenakis on Sappho, Ovid, meaning and context in literature
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34:08Send us a text In this episode of the Bristol Grammar School Classics Podcast, Dan Watkins and Andy Keen are joined by Eva Yemenakis, an English teacher, to explore Sappho and Ovid—two of the most intriguing and influential poets of the ancient world. The discussion delves into Sappho’s fragmentary poetry, the ways in which scholars have interprete…
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Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Horror Vacui— There’s an odd mélange of diplomatic proposals for what-comes-next-in-Gaza, from an Egyptian and Arab League pla…
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Top 400 Activities: Daily Routines in Persian #5 - At the Office
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Special Guest: David Briggs on Homer's Odyssey and The Odyssey Complex
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43:38Send us a text In this episode of the BGS Classics Podcast, Mr. Watkins and Mr. Keen welcome poet and teacher David Briggs to discuss his latest collection, The Odyssey Complex and Other Poems. The conversation delves into Homer’s Odyssey, midlife reflections, and the role of poetry in shaping and reshaping identity. David shares insights into his …
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Cotton, Central Asia and the New Great Game
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46:02On this episode, rural sociologist Dr. Irna Hofman explores how Tajikistan’s cotton fields illuminate shifting power dynamics in Central Asia, historically and in the present. She discusses how the Soviet Union once showcased cotton production to visiting delegations—particularly from Muslim-majority countries—as evidence of its development model. …
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Podgap (118) | Persian Conversation (Int.): Bahram & Behnoush (Travel Planning)
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6:05📢 Where Should We Travel? 🇮🇷🏝️ Bahram and Behnoush are trying to decide on their travel destination! North? Ramsar? 🤔🌊 In this episode, learn Persian through a simple and practical conversation while picking up useful daily expressions! 🎧 Listen now and improve your speaking skills!🔗 Tune in now! 🎙✨ If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian lan…
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Sara Hirschhorn, Miriam Herschlag and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. —Out of Phase— With the stalled ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas giving way to the emergence of the mysterious “Witkoff Plan,” what might (and should) happen ne…
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learn essential vocabulary for describing the workplaceBy PersianPod101.com
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Interview | Naz Deravian on how she became the sabzé lady
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25:08In this episode, Leyla sits down with Naz Deravian, the wonderful author of the cookbook Bottom of the Pot, to discuss how she started the tradition of growing sabzé for Nowruz (the Perisan new year) along with her international group of followers. Growing sabzé is an integral part of the Nowruz tradition. It acts as the centerpiece for the table w…
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Linda Gradstein, Gilad Halpern and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Findings— The IDF shares its investigation of itself and what it did and did not do on October 7 with the victims of …
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Persian Vocab Builder S1 #143 - 20 Common Words for Occupations
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Acting, Comedy, Courage & Chasing Dreams: Payam Banifaz Journey
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51:55Immerse yourself in a deeply engaging conversation with Payam Banifaz, an Iranian-American actor and comedian who has captured the hearts of many through his humorous portrayal of cultural experiences. Payam shares pivotal moments from his journey. With a refreshing perspective on the immigrant narrative, he discusses how laughter became a tool to …
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Video News #95 - Free Persian Gifts of the Month - March 2025
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1:18Get your learning gifts for the month of March 2025By PersianPod101.com
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Podgap (117) | Iranology (Adv.): Discovering Iran's Wildlife and Protecting Our Endangered Species
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6:27Welcome to another exciting episode of Podgap. Today, we're taking you on an adventure through the rich and diverse wildlife of Iran. Did you know that Iran is home to an astonishing variety of animals and plants, many of which are unique to our beautiful country? From the majestic Persian leopard prowling the mountains to the delicate Asiatic chee…
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The “Synagogues & Stadiums” Edition
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1:44:27Allison Kaplan Sommer, Miriam Herschlag and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Why Does a Knitted Kippah Mean Keep-on Fighting?— Religious-Zionists oppose the hostage and prisoner release…
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Learning Strategies #11 - 5 Tips to Reach Intermediate Level
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Inteview | Growing Up Irooni- Anna Eskamani and Doing The Good Work in the Face of Hostilities
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27:07In this episode, Leyla sits down with Florida Representative Anna Eskamani, the first Iranian-American to serve in the Florida Legislature, to discuss her immigrant Iranian parents and how her mother's values continue to lead her as she's making big waves in Florida politics. Anna is a liberal politician in a sea of hostile Republican colleagues an…
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🖊️EP057 Ali Hammoud on the life and works of Ferdowsi (d.1019CE): author of the epic Shahnameh
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28:20Born under the Samanid dyansty and living through the rule of the Ghaznavid dynasty in Tus located north Iran, Ferdowsi is author of the epic Shahnameh (“The Book of Kings”) of 50,000 lines taking 30 years to compose. The work is of central importance in Persian heritage. Q1. Ferdowsi was born in 940CE and died around 1019CE at around 80 years old.…
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The “Sins: Past, Present & Future” Edition
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1:37:02Sara Yael Hirschhorn, Gilad Halpern and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Rite of Return— How and why did the images of the gaunt, shrunken, clearly-tortured hostages change something an…
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learn how to ask for the billBy PersianPod101.com
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A Level Invention of the Barbarian 1.6 Reality of Persia
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48:35Send us a text A podcast by DJ Watkins and AJ Keen of Bristol Grammar school to help Class Civ pupils to revise for their Invention of the Barbarian component. 1.6 Reality of PersiaBy Mr Keen and Mr Watkins
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Laurel Victoria Gray, "Women’s Dance Traditions of Uzbekistan: Legacy of the Silk Road" (Bloomsbury, 2024)
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34:17Women’s Dance Traditions of Uzbekistan: Legacy of the Silk Road (Bloomsbury, 2024) is the first comprehensive work in English on the three major regional styles of Uzbek women's dance – Ferghana, Khiva and Bukhara – and their broader Silk Road cultural connections, from folklore roots to contemporary stage dance. The book surveys the remarkable dev…
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Podgap (116) | Persian Vocabulary (Int.): Persianized Foreign Terms
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5:59In this podcast, we talk about a few new Persian words that have recently been selected by the Academy of Persian Language and Literature, and we have an interesting conversation about them. So if you're curious to know what these words are, listen to this episode of the Podgap. If Podgap helps you with learning the Persian language, share it with …
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The “No One Expects the Pax Trumpiana!” Edition
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1:29:33Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —Nobody Expects the Pax Trumpiana!— What’s behind US President Donald Trump’s plan to move Gazans to Jordan and Egypt and turn …
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The 800 Core Words and Phrases #35 - Core Words: How to Say "Typhoon," "Elbow" and More!
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11:41learn 20 high-frequency expressions, including words for disasters, body parts, and religionsBy PersianPod101.com
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A Level Invention of the Barbarian 1.5 Historical Barbarians
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36:07Send us a text A podcast by DJ Watkins and AJ Keen of Bristol Grammar school to help Class Civ pupils to revise for their Invention of the Barbarian component. 1.5 Historical BarbariansBy Mr Keen and Mr Watkins
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The “Justices Supreme and Crises Constitutional” Edition
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1:35:24Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —A New Crisis, and this Time, It’s Constitutional— What does it augur when the Justice Minister refuses to “recognize” the newl…
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Persian Vocab Builder S1 #201 - Cosmetics: Common Terms
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Video News #94 - Free Persian Gifts of the Month - February 2025
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Petya Andreeva, "Fantastic Fauna from China to Crimea: Image-Making in Eurasian Nomadic Societies, 700 BCE-500 CE" (Edinburgh UP, 2024)
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1:20:54Across Iron Age Central Eurasia, non-sedentary people created, viewed, and considered animal-style imagery, creating designs replete with feline bodies with horse hooves, deer-birds, animals in combat, and other fantastic creatures. Fantastic Fauna from China to Crimea: Image-Making in Eurasian Nomadic Societies, 700 BCE-500 CE (Edinburgh Universit…
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Podgap (115) | Persian Grammar (Beg.): Exploring Adjectives in Persian Language
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8:20Welcome to another episode of Podgap. Today, we are diving deep into the world of adjectives in Persian.In this episode, we'll start with a general overview of adjectives, discussing how they function in Persian sentences. Then, we'll explore the comparative form, which allows us to compare two things, and the superlative form, which helps us expre…
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Miriam Herschlag, Linda Gradstein and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon —You Be the Judge— Is the new “compromise” proposal for judicial reform any good, and is now the time to debates su…
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