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Ralph speaks with Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, former Chief of Staff for Colin Powell, about the fall of the American Empire and self-proclaimed Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth. Then we welcome the CEO and co-founder of the Canadian-based organization Corporate Knights, Toby Heap, to break down Trump's unprecedented trade war with our closest ally. Plus, Ralph has some choice words for Hakeem Jeffries and his meeting with Jared Kushner and for Hillary Clinton and her take on the war with Iran.Lawrence Wilkerson is a retired U.S. Army colonel. Over his 31 years of service, Colonel Wilkerson served as Secretary of State Colin Powell's Chief of Staff from 2002 to 2005, and Special Assistant to General Powell when he was Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1989 to 1993. Colonel Wilkerson also served as Deputy Director and Director of the U.S. Marine Corps War College at Quantico, Virginia, and for fifteen years he was the Distinguished Visiting Professor of Government and Public Policy at the College of William and Mary. He is currently a Senior Fellow at the Eisenhower Media Network, senior advisor to the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, and co-founder of the All-Volunteer Force Forum.Two-thirds of the world now thinks that we are an enemy of their state. Two-thirds of the world. And it happens to be the two-third that has the greatest amount of the GDP in the world.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonI've lived for 81 years, almost 82, and I've watched my country go to hell right in front of my face… And the billionaires who want all of this to happen, they do not want a democracy. A democracy is fallible. A democracy can't beat China. A democracy can't beat Russia. A democracy can't even beat Iran. They want a technocracy that is run by them, armed by them, technical revolution by them. They want all of this, and oh by the way they want to live to 150 while they're doing it too.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonEvery freaking hour they create a series of war crimes in Iran. Every freaking hour they perpetrate war crimes in the Persian Gulf. Every freaking hour they perpetrate war crimes in Lebanon with Israel. “What's new?,” I want to say. We are a criminal state. There is no other way to describe it. We are a criminal state. We pay no attention whatsoever to domestic or international law. Only when it benefits the person who is doing the deed do we pay any attention at all.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonToby Heaps is the CEO and co-founder of Corporate Knights, and Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Knights magazine. He spearheaded the first global ranking of the world's 100 most sustainable corporations in 2005, and in 2007 coined the term “clean capitalism.”What we're seeing is a sort of political physics—for every action is an equal and opposite reaction. Canada has in many ways benefited and rallied around our nationhood. We're often not the most boisterous or loudest type of folks. But this continued disrespect for our statehood and the continued attacks and the unreasonableness and the unfair play, our prime minister said something to the effect of: when the United States signs something, it's in pencil. It's really denigrating the United States' reputation globally and in Canadians' minds.Toby HeapsNews 8/28/26* This week, the left-wing insurgency in the Democratic Party scored several new victories. First, NBC reports that in Oklahoma, N'Kiyla Jasmine Thomas won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Markwayne Mullin, who Trump selected to lead the Department of Homeland Security following the resignation of Secretary Kristi Noem. Thomas will go up against Republican Congressman Kevin Hern in November. Unfortunately, Thomas stands little chance of winning the state, which has not elected a Democratic Senator since 1990. Thomas is a member of the Chickasaw Nation and identifies as a Democratic Socialist, but is “not yet” a member of DSA.* Next, in California, Democracy Now! reports progressive state lawmaker Aisha Wahab has prevailed in the special election to fill the seat vacated by disgraced former Congressman Eric Swalwell. This piece notes that Wahab “overcame a flood of attack ads from pro-Israel groups,” which sought to bolster her Democratic primary rival, Melissa Hernandez. In an interview, Wahab said that she “appreciates” voters in her district for “seeing through” the “lies that were spread by AIPAC.” Wahab will make history as the first Afghan American in Congress and has called for the United States to engage with the Taliban government and attempt to “[steer] them in the right direction” on human rights.* In Georgia, the Hill reports another progressive – Everton Blair – won the special election to fill the seat of Congressman David Scott, who passed away in April during his 12th term in the seat. Blair, the former chair of the Gwinnett County School Board, defeated Scott's daughter Marcye Scott. However, Blair will only represent this seat until the end of the year. Beginning in January, State Rep. Jasmine Clark, who won the May primary, will fill the seat for the 120th Congress.* Meanwhile, in the Cornhusker State, the Nebraska Examiner reports that the “Legal Marijuana NOW U.S. Senate candidate Mike Marvin announced he can't put more ‘energy' into the Senate race because of health issues and endorsed nonpartisan U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn.” Marvin will remain on the ballot, but is “urging all who supported [him] to now support…Osborn.” This piece notes that this announcement comes on heels of reporting by Flatwater Free Press showing that two staffers from Osborn's 2024 independent Senate campaign joined the Legal Marijuana NOW executive board and sought to dissolve the party from the inside. This, combined with the fact that former Democratic Senate nominee Cindy Burbank paid Mike Marvin's $1,740 candidate filing fee and dropped out of the race one day after the secretary of state verified Osborn's signatures to be on the fall ballot has fueled speculation that these were coordinated efforts to clear the field for Osborn. Marvin for his part disputes this and says he never planned to leave the race. Osborn is quoted saying “We hope to earn the support of the LMN voters and hope that we can represent their concerns well in the US Senate.”* In more third party news, Trump has launched new broadsides against the emerging ex-MAGA clique – consisting of Tucker Carlson, Congressman Thomas Massie, and former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. According to the Hill, Trump attacked the group, said to be exploring the possibility of founding a new right-wing party, calling Carlson “a loser,” Greene “a highly neurotic woman” and Massie a “real JERK” on Truth Social. The president added, “What a team this would be, THREE LOSERS, and a pocketful of change!...The only chance they have is to join the Radical Left Dumocrats, and try breaking into the Primary System. To all of them I say, PRAISE BE TO ALLAH!” The proximate cause of this latest flare-up between the camps is Trump's decision to allow in 300,000 metric tons of ground beef to be imported in the next 90 days, a move Massie called “worse than socialism.” Greene, who has been perhaps the most vocal defector from the MAGA camp, said “He attacks us with such vitriol because we actually are everything he claimed to be…he has proven as President that he is nothing more than a neocon puppet for Israel, corporations, big donors with special interests, and his dear friends in the Epstein class…We never changed, Trump did.”* Another story from this side of the aisle comes to us from NOTUS, which reports that an “unknown actor” has stolen over $16,000 from the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC). This incident, alternatively characterized as a “theft” from a “foreign country” or simply a “fraud,” occurred in early July, when the NRCC “attempted to pay a bill from Ranger Wi-Fi Consulting, a Texas-based firm that specializes in helping clients ‘optimize their wireless networks while ensuring healthy security measures are in place.'” Seeking to assuage the fears of donors, NRCC spokesman Will Kiley told the press that “Protecting donor funds is a top priority for the NRCC,” and vowed that the committee is “working to recover the funds, and…taken steps to ensure it can't happen again.” Listeners might remember that in July, the DNC admitted that they had fallen prey to a scammer, losing almost $30,000 in the process. It would seem that these committees do not have functional safeguards against such schemes.* Our final stories this week all deal with the Middle East. First up, Axios reports that while AIPAC was gearing up for a major ad blitz in Michigan against Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed and on behalf of Republican Senate nominee Mike Rogers, those plans have apparently been iced at the behest of the Rogers campaign. According to this story, Rogers believes that AIPAC spending in the Democratic primary – over $30 million on behalf of El-Syed's rival Haley Stevens – actually helped boost El-Sayed's candidacy, making his opposition to AIPAC a “centerpiece of his…campaign, using the group's spending against him to portray Democratic opponent Haley Stevens as beholden to the pro-Israel lobby.” Rogers fears the same fate, so he has sought to keep his distance from AIPAC while his allies are urging AIPAC to “get involved without putting the group's name front and center.” However, Rogers' attempts to put some daylight between his campaign and AIPAC has resulted in the latter turning cold towards the Republican candidate. Republicans now worry that AIPAC will “sit out the general election entirely.” As for the perception of AIPAC in Michigan, a recent poll found that “55% of Michigan voters oppose continued U.S. aid to Israel.”* On the other end of the Michigan political spectrum, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib has sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio demanding that he “ensure the immediateand permanent release of U.S. citizen Sama Safi, a 20-year-old university student with a severe complex chronic health condition, who the Israeli military has arbitrarily and wrongfully detained since June 2nd.” This letter goes on to describe how “armed Israeli soldiers raided her family's home in the occupied West Bank in the middle of the night and tore her from her family,” and that since then, she has “suffered under appalling conditions in Israeli military detention including “frequent physical assault, shackling, and the throwing of gas and stun grenades into already overcrowded and poorly ventilated cells,” among other horrors. 40 more members of Congress signed this letter, including six senators, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Ed Markey and Chris Van Hollen among them. 85 civic groups also signed onto this demand, ranging from faith-based groups to human rights organizations and beyond.* In the region itself, a broad coalition of Muslim states – including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt and, perhaps most notably, the United Arab Emirates – have issued a categorical condemnation of Israel's new “E1” settlement plan. This plan relates to new settlement activities east of occupied East Jerusalem and the signatories decry the plan as constituting “a dangerous escalation that further advances settlement expansion and annexation and undermines the geographical contiguity of the Occupied Palestinian Territory…thereby threatening the viability and realization of an independent, contiguous Palestinian State based on the 1967 lines with East Jerusalem as its capital.” The UAE was the most significant state in the region to sign onto the Trump-brokered Abraham Accords in 2020, which sought to normalize relations between Israel and its neighbors at the expense of the Palestinians. Saudi Arabia was said to be on the verge of signing the accords prior to October 7th and Israel's subsequent genocidal military campaign in Gaza. The UAE taking a new stand against Israel on behalf of the Palestinian cause is widely seen as the final death knell of the Abraham Accords and the beginning of a new era of relations in the Middle East.* Finally, the Economist reports that a group of seven top officials within the elite Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is consolidating power in Iran. The man rumored to be leading this junta is Mohsen Rezaei, the new national-security adviser, former presidential candidate and the longest-serving chief of the IRGC, having led the corps though the Iran-Iraq War of the 1980s. Others include the head of the navy, currently overseeing Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the IRGC's commander-in-chief and founder of the Quds Force. Notably absent from this group is Mojtaba Khamenei, the new Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic. This piece judiciously avoids making any definite predictions about whether this new clique will rule as hardliners or pragmatists, but emphasizes that the late Ali Khamenei expertly “balanced the competing interests of his realm” while these military men favor action.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

OverviewA Thousand Splendid Suns is a 2007 novel by Afghan-American author Khaled Hosseini, following the huge success of his bestselling 2003 debut The Kite Runner. Mariam, an illegitimate teenager from Herat, is forced to marry a shoemaker from Kabul after a family tragedy

Afghan-American photographer Daniel Malikyar talks to arts24 about his new photography book, "Afghanistan". It is his most personal project yet. From his perspective as the son of Afghan immigrants, he documents remote communities in the country. 

Marjan Tabibzada (YoungCouture)known to her audience as @youngcouture_, is a compelling Afghan-American beauty, fashion, and lifestyle creator, makeup artist, and entrepreneur. With her signature high-glam aesthetic and exceptional technical skill, she delivers refined makeup tutorials, elegant GRWMs, and deeply personal stories that resonate far beyond fleeting trends. Drawing on her early career at MAC Cosmetics and a Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing from California State University, Northridge, Marjan brings genuine expertise and credibility to her work. She thoughtfully incorporates her Afghan heritage into modern beauty narratives, creating content that celebrates timeless artistry, authenticity, and cultural pride while empowering viewers worldwide.This year, Marjan has built impressive momentum. She started 2026 with a notable red carpet appearance at the Women's Wear Daily (WWD) Presents The 2026 WWD Style Awards for the Golden Globes in Santa Monica. She has also earned thoughtful coverage in leading publications, including a detailed interview in Authority Magazine in May, where she discussed expanding her content, red carpet goals such as Cannes, and the shifting dynamics of beauty marketing. In June, Naluda Magazine highlighted her ongoing evolution and deliberate move into broader fashion, lifestyle, and entrepreneurial projects. These developments highlight her consistent ability to grow her platforms on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube while maintaining strong audience trust and building a durable brand in a fast-changing industry.5473Through a unique combination of artistry, resilience, and strategic vision, Marjan Tabibzada has established herself as a standout voice in luxury beauty and fashion. She offers rich opportunities for features, interviews, and partnerships in media that value innovation, cultural representation, and authentic leadership.

The Taliban retook power in Afghanistan in 2021, after the hasty conclusion to a 20 year U.S. occupation. Since then, music has been officially banned in the country. Musicians are driven underground, instruments are destroyed, and recordings are contraband.Here in the East Bay, one Afghan-American is working hard to preserve what he can. He's digitizing tapes he's sourced from back home and posting them in an online database he started calling the Afghan Cassette Archive. But getting those tapes out of Afghanistan is not as simple as an online order… It's an illegal, expensive, and dangerous odyssey.Reporter Christopher Alam met up with Omid J, aka OMJVinyls, at his Oakland studio to check out his rare collection.

"Pretty boring middle-aged woman" are words we never want to hear again! On today’s Q&A episode, Leigh and Kelly tackle a heartfelt listener dilemma from Holly, an OG member of the You Beauty community who is feeling a little overwhelmed by an upcoming high-glam, black-tie wedding. From the genius way to get a "free" professional makeup application to the $15 stick-on nails that look like a salon manicure, we’re breaking down the stress-free prep for any big event. Plus, in the Beauty Edit, Mollie and Cass deep dive into the Afghan-American makeup artist brand that finally landed at Mecca, and the $34 French pharmacy fragrance found at Big W. Leigh and Kelly also share the three fragrances they’d take to a desert island, including the scent Leigh wore on her wedding day. EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Farah Homidi Beauty Range, Various Prices. Roger & Gallet Fragrance, $34.80. Candy Claw Stick-on Nails. Amouage Honour Woman, $599. Fig & Olive Perfume Spray, $59.50. DS & Durga I Don’t Know What, $302. Elizabeth Arden Green Tea, $19.99. Gucci Alchemist’s Garden (The Virgin Violet & Floral Verse). Diptyque Fragrances. Nest Vanilla Bourbon, Eau De Parfum Duo, $172. DON'T FORGET: Win a $2,000 Bed Threads voucher. Subscribe to Mamamia here before April 30 to be automatically entered. Current subscriber? You're already in the draw. T&Cs apply. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube, this episode drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note on Instagram! You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here Subscribe to Mamamia here CREDITS: Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Leigh Campbell Producer: Zara Sengstock & Ella Maitland Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris Just so you know - some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In The West we share a common world history: A perspective that puts The West and Christianity at the center of the world. But, what if the center of the world is the Islamic heartland? How does world history look from there? And how does the history from there, influence how all of us got here? We mark the month of Ramadan with our guest Tamim Ansary, author of DESTINY DISRUPTED: A History of the World Through Islamic Eyes. First published in 2009, Tamim Ansary's 2025 edition traces the story of Islam from the time of Mohammed in the 6th Century, through the fall of the Ottoman empire to the events of 9/11 and beyond. Tamim Ansary is an Afghan American, world traveler, lecturer, writer and editor. His other books include THE INVENTION OF YESTERDAY, ROAD TRIPS, and GAMES WITHOUT RULES:  THE OFTEN INTERRUPTED HISTORY OF AFGHANISTAN.

In this episode, we sit down with Medina Faizy-Hashemi, an Afghan-American mom raising an autistic son. Medina opens up about navigating diagnosis, cultural expectations, and the unique challenges families in the Afghan-American community face when seeking support. We talk about representation, storytelling, advocacy, and why every culture needs more understanding, visibility, and acceptance. It's honest, powerful, and a conversation we're honored to share. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Part 2 of this explosive conversation, former Marine turned Green Beret and Afghan-American warrior Kawa Mawlayee goes even deeper with host Mike Ritland. What starts as a discussion about post-9/11 wars quickly spirals into some of the most raw and controversial territory ever covered on Mike Drop: the real reasons behind the Iraq and Afghanistan invasions, the overwhelming influence of pro-Israel lobbies (AIPAC, ADL, Christian Zionism), the shrinking map of Palestine from 1948 to today, why Arab nations won't take Gaza refugees, Holocaust/Zionism historical claims, the military-industrial complex, Ukraine as a money-laundering proxy, and why America keeps fighting endless wars that don't serve American interests. Kawa pulls no punches on Gaza (“modern-day Nazis”), the Nakba, the deliberate creation of Israel, Jewish Bolshevik history, the Scofield Bible's role in Christian Zionism, and how the same forces destroying Palestine are quietly eroding American sovereignty at home. At the same time, the two veterans bond over their shared combat experience, the Marine-to-Green-Beret pipeline, coming full circle returning to Afghanistan, and whether America can ever claw its way back to the country they grew up in. If you want a conversation that refuses to stay in the safe lane – blending war stories, geopolitical red pills, and uncomfortable truths from someone who's lived on multiple sides of these conflicts – this is it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 About Layma MurtazaLayma Murtaza is the Vice President of Business Development and a board member at ASEEL, a global tech platform blending ethical e-commerce with decentralized humanitarian aid. An Afghan-American with over a decade of experience in international development, Layma has worked across regions including Afghanistan, Egypt, Syria, Jordan, Turkey, and the United States. Her work spans refugee resettlement, civil society building, and tech-enabled aid delivery. A tireless advocate for dignity-first aid models, Layma is redefining how technology can serve humanity in its most fragile contexts.About this EpisodeIn this powerful episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast, host Hilmarie Hutchison welcomes Layma Murtaza for a conversation about innovation, impact, and the future of humanitarian aid. From growing up in a refugee community in California to leading global efforts in conflict zones, Layma shares her deeply personal and professional journey.Layma opens up about how her early experiences shaped her views on leadership, her transition from politics to humanitarian work, and the pivotal role of ASEEL—a platform connecting artisans in conflict-affected regions with global markets while also enabling life-saving aid delivery through tech-powered networks.The discussion touches on key issues such as ethical sourcing, decentralized aid, working in fragile environments, and the unique challenges of scaling tech for good. Layma also talks about ASEEL's impact initiatives, including the Welcome Returnees Kit and the Atalan Heroes Network, and how they've reached over half a million people in underserved communities.Her “Green Pill” moment—a personal story of transformation following the passing of her grandfather—illuminates her life mission: to uplift those whose voices are often unheard.This episode is a must-listen for changemakers, tech-for-good innovators, and anyone passionate about empowering communities with purpose, technology, and heart.Quotes1:52 - I think I always had a thirst for history, the world, the social treasures that each culture has that I felt was hidden because of the lack of access to platforms. 4:14 - I think first my family upbringing being from a refugee community in Fremont, California actually shaped a lot of the knowledge and like the needs of the community because they were very visible and there was a lack of leadership4:37 - A youth is not really given a platform for leadership so we really didn't trust ourselves as young leaders 5:16 - Customer service and understanding of client needs and ensuring that, like listening to my community about their priorities and concerns, became the kind of groundwork for my international development and humanitarian experience.6:00 - When you understand the people that you want to serve whether it's a client, whether it's community, whether it's someone who is directly involved you can co-design the direction of how you want to positively impact their lives. And this is the ultimate goal when you're driven by sustainable change. 6:32 - You gain the ability to support ways to gain consensus, because you can pull all their pain points in and then talk to them about what they want to see that changed. So that's kind of how I've seen my role in the leadership space and what grounds me within that.8:37 - Our local volunteers, who we call the Atalan Network, are also our heroes, deliver the aid, making sure it gets to the right people and fast, so anyone can access the platform, whether you're an artisan, a donor, an NGO or just someone who wants to maThe Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review

This week, all the Creeps traveled out to eat great Mexican food on the 4th of July, and we went to Las Matracas. Located at 479 Emily Dr. Clarksburg, WV next to Denny's, in the lovely comfortable hangout spot that was formerly Las Trancas. Open Mon-Fri 11:00 AM-10:00 PM, Sat 11:00 AM-10:30 PM, Sun 11:00 AM-9:00 PM. Here's what we tried:Queso, guacamole, and salsa with our chips. Piña Loca (A pineapple half stuffed with chicken, onion, peppers & tomatoes with melted cheese on top), sizzling chicken fajitas with tortillas, arroz con pollo, shredded beef chimichangas. Completed the meal perfectly by sharing spectacular sopapillas.Then, Matt covers the odd story of Jawed Wassel, an Afghan-American filmmaker who was brutally stabbed to death then dismembered. This occurred after an earnings dispute with producer Nathan Powell in October of 2001. All the events that happen after this are truly wild.Also, the Creeps talk about birthday celebrating, languaging, cilantro, death by sugar, and last minute changes of plans.

Since 9/11 there has been a cultural and political blossoming among those of the Afghan diaspora, especially in the United States, revealing a vibrant, active, and intellectual Afghan American community. And the success of Khaled Hosseni's The Kite Runner, the first work of fiction written by an Afghan American to become a bestseller, has created interest in the works of other Afghan American writers. One Story, Thirty Stories: An Anthology of Contemporary Afghan American Literature (University of Arkansas Press, 2010) (or "Afsanah, Seesaneh," the Afghan equivalent of "once upon a time") collects poetry, fiction, essays, and selections from two blogs from thirty-three men and women--poets, fiction writers, journalists, filmmakers and video artists, photographers, community leaders and organizers, and diplomats. Some are veteran writers, such as Tamim Ansary and Donia Gobar, but others are novices and still learning how to craft their own "story," their unique Afghan American voice. The fifty pieces in this rich anthology reveal journeys in a new land and culture. They show people trying to come to grips with a life in exile, or they trace the migration maps of parents. They navigate the jagged landscape of the Soviet invasion, the civil war of the 1990s and the rise of the Taliban, and the ongoing American occupation  Cholpon Ramizova is a London-based creator and researcher. She holds a Master's in Migration, Mobility and Development from SOAS, University of London. Her thematic interests are in migration, displacement, identity, gender, and nationalism - and more specifically on how and which ways these intersect within the Central Asia context Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Since 9/11 there has been a cultural and political blossoming among those of the Afghan diaspora, especially in the United States, revealing a vibrant, active, and intellectual Afghan American community. And the success of Khaled Hosseni's The Kite Runner, the first work of fiction written by an Afghan American to become a bestseller, has created interest in the works of other Afghan American writers. One Story, Thirty Stories: An Anthology of Contemporary Afghan American Literature (University of Arkansas Press, 2010) (or "Afsanah, Seesaneh," the Afghan equivalent of "once upon a time") collects poetry, fiction, essays, and selections from two blogs from thirty-three men and women--poets, fiction writers, journalists, filmmakers and video artists, photographers, community leaders and organizers, and diplomats. Some are veteran writers, such as Tamim Ansary and Donia Gobar, but others are novices and still learning how to craft their own "story," their unique Afghan American voice. The fifty pieces in this rich anthology reveal journeys in a new land and culture. They show people trying to come to grips with a life in exile, or they trace the migration maps of parents. They navigate the jagged landscape of the Soviet invasion, the civil war of the 1990s and the rise of the Taliban, and the ongoing American occupation  Cholpon Ramizova is a London-based creator and researcher. She holds a Master's in Migration, Mobility and Development from SOAS, University of London. Her thematic interests are in migration, displacement, identity, gender, and nationalism - and more specifically on how and which ways these intersect within the Central Asia context Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies

Since 9/11 there has been a cultural and political blossoming among those of the Afghan diaspora, especially in the United States, revealing a vibrant, active, and intellectual Afghan American community. And the success of Khaled Hosseni's The Kite Runner, the first work of fiction written by an Afghan American to become a bestseller, has created interest in the works of other Afghan American writers. One Story, Thirty Stories: An Anthology of Contemporary Afghan American Literature (University of Arkansas Press, 2010) (or "Afsanah, Seesaneh," the Afghan equivalent of "once upon a time") collects poetry, fiction, essays, and selections from two blogs from thirty-three men and women--poets, fiction writers, journalists, filmmakers and video artists, photographers, community leaders and organizers, and diplomats. Some are veteran writers, such as Tamim Ansary and Donia Gobar, but others are novices and still learning how to craft their own "story," their unique Afghan American voice. The fifty pieces in this rich anthology reveal journeys in a new land and culture. They show people trying to come to grips with a life in exile, or they trace the migration maps of parents. They navigate the jagged landscape of the Soviet invasion, the civil war of the 1990s and the rise of the Taliban, and the ongoing American occupation  Cholpon Ramizova is a London-based creator and researcher. She holds a Master's in Migration, Mobility and Development from SOAS, University of London. Her thematic interests are in migration, displacement, identity, gender, and nationalism - and more specifically on how and which ways these intersect within the Central Asia context Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

In this episode, I spoke with Sara Stanizai, a remarkable speaker, coach, licensed therapist, and the founder of Prospect Therapy, a queer- and trans-affirming practice, that serves first-generation American and immigrant communities, about identity work, group practice challenges, and the journey of personal and professional growth 3 key takeaways: Embracing Identity in Therapy: It's crucial to integrate our own lived experiences and identities in the therapeutic process. Sara emphasizes that it's important to disclose thoughtfully to build relatability and safety with clients. Challenges and Rewards of Group Practice: Running a group practice involves more complexity and responsibility than a solo practice. It's essential to understand the dynamics and be prepared for the challenges of leadership and mentorship. Constant Learning and Adaptation: Sara discusses how important it is for therapists to continually unlearn and relearn concepts as they grow professionally. This includes challenging ingrained stereotypes and biases to better serve their clients and themselves. More about Sara: Sara Stanizai, LMFT (she/her) is a speaker, coach, and licensed therapist who founded Prospect Therapy to create a queer- and trans-affirming practice that focuses specifically on serving first-generation American and immigrant communities. As a queer first-gen herself, Sara's clinical and professional work focuses on serving the Afghan diaspora, specifically fellow Afghan-American women, through retreats and group experiences that help participants find community and reconciliation with self, culture and ancestry Website: sarastanizai.com Website: prospecttherapy.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

In this episode of Radio Resistance, Zoubair and Kumayl discuss the decision many Afghan-Americans are making to support Donald Trump in the upcoming election. This isn't just about politics—it's a story of shifting loyalties, cultural values, and a call for real change in how U.S. policies impact Afghanistan and our community here at home.From the fallout of Biden's Afghanistan withdrawal to the alignment of conservative values with Afghan-American culture, we unpack the reasons behind this shift. Join us as we explore what it means to stand up for our families, our homeland, and a future that truly respects our roots. Whether you're an Afghan-American, part of the Muslim community, or just curious about this unique perspective, tune in for an honest, thought-provoking conversation.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Shahira Qudrat to discuss her lifelong spiritual journey and the challenge of reconciling her Afghan cultural upbringing with her American identity. As a young Afghan-American woman, Shahira found herself caught between two cultures—balancing the traditional religious values of her family with the modern, secular expectations of American society. Shahira also opens up about navigating difficult life experiences like an early marriage, divorce, and mental health struggles, sharing how she learned to find healing and purpose through her personal relationship with God. From her teenage years of exploring various religious traditions to the wisdom she shares with us, her journey is both deeply personal and universally relatable. This episode is filled with powerful lessons on the role of curiosity, community, and the many different paths that can guide us home.Shahira Qudrat is a 1.5-generation Afghan-American Muslim woman and a dedicated daughter, sister, mother of five, and wife. With over 20 years of experience in private and non-profit sectors and the multicultural identity space, Shahira is a business leader specializing in strategy and planning. Her core strengths include organizational change management, high-functioning team development, business strategy planning, and project management, which she leverages to merge passion with purpose in her professional endeavors.Find Shahira online at: ShahiraQ.com or @shahira_qudrat on InstagramSupport the showFind out more about Rose's work here: https://lnk.bio/dr.rose.aslanWebsite: https://compassionflow.comSupport Rahma with Rose so I can keep producing more episodes here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197727/supporters/new Music credits: Vocals: Zeynep Dilara Aslan; Ney/drum: Elif Önal; Tanbur: Katherine Hreib; Rebap: Hatice Gülbahar Hepsev

August 30th will mark the 3-year anniversary of the final day of the controversial US withdrawal from Afghanistan, an event that marked the end of a nearly twenty-year conflict. The rapid collapse of the Afghan government in the absence of American support and the resulting takeover by the Taliban led to a massive humanitarian crisis and called into question the utility of decades of American occupation. The collapse led to a surge in refugees, a rollback of women's rights, and a strengthened position for Islamic extremist groups. The region remains unstable, and many American concerns, whether security, economic, or humanitarian in nature, remain in flux. Can the United States negotiate with a group it has viewed as an illegitimate terrorist organization to accomplish these priorities? In what ways can this be most effective? Does engagement with the Taliban set an unwanted precedent for other non-state groups vying for international recognition?Join us for a conversation with Carter Malkasian, Chair of the Defense Analysis Department at the Naval Postgraduate School, and Masuda Sultan, an Afghan American women's rights activist and the CEO of Symbio Investment.

This week on the 'OPE: Three Years Later' series, Scott was given special the opportunity to sit down with another individual who has been doing incredible work since the US abandonment of Afghanistan, and is currently on the ground there continuing aid - Legend. Legend is an Afghan-American who came to the United States just a few days before the tragic events of September 11th, 2001. He later served in the United States military and has since retired. Legend founded the Legend Group Foundation in September of 2021 following the withdrawal from Afghanistan in August of 2021. Join Scott and Legend to listen in on a very personal view of the Afghanistan abandonment and learn what Legend believes needs to be done to help our Afghan Allies, all as we remember the lives lost because of and since the tragic events of 9/11 that began it all.CONTEXT ON THIS SERIESIn August of 2021, the United States Government officially withdrew from Afghanistan leaving hundreds of thousands of at-risk Afghans vulnerable to Taliban brutality. Immediately, the impact of this moral injury was apparent on out Afghan allies and veteran populations with many of them left behind to deal with the aftermath that no one was coming.Scott and a team of combat veterans began to leverage their network of relationships to provide safe passage and ultimately relocation of hundreds of at-risk Afghans. Scott now has the opportunity to share the story of those Afghan Allies who made it out and of those who are still fighting their way to safety today, alongside many of the extraordinary men and women who made this possible. In this podcast series, Scott sits down with some of the members of Pineapple Express to share their stories and reflect on where we are one year later after the collapse of Afghanistan. PREVIOUS EPISODES ON AFGHANISTAN:“Finding Meaning in the Madness of War”“Saving Space Monkey: Storytelling in Real Time”“Chaos in Kabul”“Operation Pineapple: Deadline”“Afghan Bombing” Operation Pineapple Continues”“Punching Above Your Weight”Operation Pineapple Express: https://operationpineappleexpress.com/Operation Pineapple Express Relief:  https://operelief.org ADDITIONAL RESOURCESLegend Group: https://www.legend.ngo/Own Every Room - https://rooftopleadership.com/owneveryroom/ Nobody is Coming to Save You - https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/scott-mann/nobody-is-coming-to-save-you/9781546008286/?lens=center-street Scottmann.com  Join Rooftop Nation! Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottMannAuthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmannauthor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooftop-leadership Twitter: https://twitter.com/RooftopLeader Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYOQ7CDJ6uSaGvmfxYC_skQ

Send us a Text Message.  Award-winning author Doug Stanton joins us to pull back the curtain on these quiet professionals in a conversation that spans from the personal anecdotes of "Horse Soldiers" to the broader implications of military service on mental health. Doug's storytelling prowess shines as he recounts the challenges and profound responsibilities involved in bringing the Green Berets' narratives to light, revealing the meticulous research and relationship-building that underpins his work.  In our latest episode, we traverse the rugged terrain of military history writing, unearthing the Afghan-American perspective and the evolution of warfare. Doug's journey saw him conducting over 120 interviews to piece together a day-by-day account, visiting battle sites, and capturing the essence of the soldiers' experiences. We also discuss the role of Afghan allies and the bold tactics that reshaped the battlefield, highlighting how military strategy and technology have advanced to meet the demands of modern conflict. If you enjoy our content, sign up for our Patreon and get access to additional content, bonus episodes, and access each episode before they drop on Spotify or iTunes.  Patreon: securityhaltpodcastInstagram: @securityhaltX : @SecurityHaltTik Tok: @security.halt.pod We greatly appreciate you and your support, so please remember to LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE!Make sure that you follow Doug on LinkedIn and follow him on all of his social media channels!  LinkedIn: Doug StantonX: @DougStantonBookInstagram: dougstantonwriterTik Tok: dougstanton.officialWebsite: dougstanton.com  Doug Stanton's Books:Horse Soldiers: The Extraordinary Story of a Band of US Soldiers Who Rode to Victory in AfghanistanIn Harm's WayThe Odyssey of Echo Company: The 1968 Tet Offensive and the Epic Battle to Survive the Vietnam War  Support the Show.Produced by Security Halt Media

Did we learn anything from 9-11-2001? More importantly, did we learn anything from the events leading up to 9-11-2001?For months, prior to the attacks, the leader of the Afghan Resistance Movement, Ahmad Shah Massoud tried over and over again to warn the U.S. and the West of an impending attack by al Qa'ida. His warnings were ignored as he continued his fight against them and the Taliban with almost no support from the U.S.Just days before the worst attack on our homeland, Massoud was killed by suicide bombers dispatched by bin Laden. AQ knew we would come to Massoud after the attack attempting to partner since we had no other allies in the country.After the botched Afghan Withdrawal, over 27 violent extremist organizations have flooded back into the country, training on the former Coalition Bases, under the tolerant protection of the Taliban, and in flagrant violation of the International Doha Agreement.Ahmad Massoud, the son of the Lion of the Panshir, continues the fight. For the first time he appears on a public broadcast with a U.S. elected official, Green Beret Congressman Mike Waltz. They are joined by the Afghan-American, former Army NCO - Legend - who has returned to Afghanistan multiple times to help evacuate at-risk Afghans and American Citizens.The topics in this podcast will blow your mind. What's happening in that terrorist playground is beyond the pale.Will we learn from our past? Do we even care? Join us and decide for yourself.As the wise Yogi Bera exclaimed, "It's Deja Vu all over again." Join Rooftop Nation! Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottMannAuthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmannauthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooftop-leadershipTwitter: https://twitter.com/RooftopLeaderYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYOQ7CDJ6uSaGvmfxYC_skQ

Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) sits down with Legend, an Afghan American and former U.S. Army Noncommissioned Officer that has deployed to Afghanistan multiple times to serve our nation. Legend traveled to Kabul during Biden's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal to rescue individuals left behind.

rWotD Episode 2539: The Kite Runner (play) Welcome to random Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of a random Wikipedia page every day.The random article for Tuesday, 16 April 2024 is The Kite Runner (play).The Kite Runner is a stage adaption of Afghan-American novelist Khaled Hosseini's 2003 book The Kite Runner. Aside from sharing the 2003 book as a source, it is unrelated to the 2007 film The Kite Runner. The play was adapted for the stage by Matthew Spangler and premiered at San Jose Repertory Theatre in 2009.A Broadway production starring Amir Arison as Amir and featuring Azita Ghanizada as Soraya, Eric Sirakian as Hassan/Sohrab, and Faran Tahir as Baba opened to very mixed reviews at the Hayes Theater on July 21, 2022. A national tour of the Broadway production by the same producers and director launched in 2024; starring Ramzi Khalaf as Amir, and featuring Awesta Zarif as Soraya, Shahzeb Zahid Hussain as Hassan/Sohrab, and Haythem Noor as Baba.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:19 UTC on Tuesday, 16 April 2024.For the full current version of the article, see The Kite Runner (play) on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Brian Neural.

Sara Stanizai is a sought-after speaker, business coach and a licensed therapist who founded Prospect Therapy to create a queer-and trans-affirming practice that focuses specifically on serving first-generation American and immigrant communities.As a queer first-gen herself, Sara's clinical and professional work focuses on serving the Afghan diaspora, specifically fellow Afghan-American women, through retreats and group experiences that help participants find community and reconciliation with self, culture and ancestry. Her latest offering is the Eldest Daughters group, which invites sisters of all backgrounds to finally receive the kind of support they give to everyone else. In this episode, we discuss expectations placed on eldest daughters, the impact of sibling relationships, growing up as a child of immigrants, how gender and cultural roles and birth order impact sibling dynamics, and more.FOLLOW SARA:WEBSITE: www.prospecttherapy.com/link-treeINSTAGRAM: @prospecttherapySTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.com EMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com  

Chapter 1 What's Games Without Rules Book by Tamim AnsaryGames Without Rules: The Often-Interrupted History of Afghanistan is a book written by Tamim Ansary. It explores the complex and tumultuous history of Afghanistan, focusing on the country's political, cultural, and social dynamics. The book delves into the various powers and influences that have shaped Afghanistan over the years, and examines how these factors have contributed to the ongoing instability and conflict in the region. Ansary provides insights into the diverse perspectives and narratives that have played out in Afghanistan, shedding light on the country's complex and often misunderstood history.Chapter 2 Is Games Without Rules Book A Good BookIt ultimately depends on personal preference. Some readers may find "Games Without Rules" to be a well-written and insightful book that provides a unique perspective on Afghanistan's history and culture. Others may not find it engaging or informative enough. It is recommended to read reviews or a sample of the book before deciding if it is worth purchasing.Chapter 3 Games Without Rules Book by Tamim Ansary Summary"Games Without Rules" by Tamim Ansary is a comprehensive look at the history and complexities of Afghan politics, culture, and society. Ansary, who was born in Afghanistan and raised in the United States, provides a deep understanding of the country's tumultuous past and uncertain future.The book explores the various power struggles, invasions, and conflicts that have shaped Afghanistan over the centuries, including the Soviet occupation, the rise of the Taliban, and the U.S. invasion after 9/11. Ansary also delves into the cultural and social dynamics that influence Afghan life, such as the role of tribal loyalties, Islam, and the concept of honor.Throughout the book, Ansary highlights the interconnected nature of Afghan society and the lack of clear rules or guidelines that define political behavior. He explains how this ambiguity has led to a state of constant conflict and instability, where power is constantly shifting and alliances are constantly changing.Overall, "Games Without Rules" provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of Afghanistan's complex history and the challenges it faces in the modern world. Ansary's personal connection to the country adds a unique perspective to the narrative, making this book a must-read for anyone seeking to understand Afghanistan and its people. Chapter 4 Games Without Rules Book AuthorTamim Ansary is an Afghan-American author born in Kabul, Afghanistan. He is best known for his book "Games Without Rules: The Often-Interrupted History of Afghanistan," which was published in 2012. The book provides a comprehensive history of Afghanistan, focusing on the country's political and cultural development over the centuries.In addition to "Games Without Rules," Ansary has written several other books, including "Destiny Disrupted: A History of the World Through Islamic Eyes" and "West of Kabul, East of New York: An Afghan American Story." "Destiny Disrupted" is considered one of his best works, and it has been widely praised for its insightful analysis of Islamic history and its impact on the world.Overall, Tamim Ansary's books have received critical acclaim for their engaging writing style, thorough research, and unique perspective on history and culture. "Games Without Rules" remains one of his most popular and widely read works, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Afghanistan.Chapter 5 Games Without Rules Book Meaning &...

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Did we learn anything from 9-11-2001? More importantly, did we learn anything from the events leading up to 9-11-2001?For months, prior to the attacks, the leader of the Afghan Resistance Movement, Ahmad Shah Massoud tried over and over again to warn the U.S. and the West of an impending attack by al Qa'ida. His warnings were ignored as he continued his fight against them and the Taliban with almost no support from the U.S.Just days before the worst attack on our homeland, Massoud was killed by suicide bombers dispatched by bin Laden. AQ knew we would come to Massoud after the attack attempting to partner since we had no other allies in the country.After the botched Afghan Withdrawal, over 27 violent extremist organizations have flooded back into the country, training on the former Coalition Bases, under the tolerant protection of the Taliban, and in flagrant violation of the International Doha Agreement.Ahmad Massoud, the son of the Lion of the Panshir, continues the fight. For the first time he appears on a public broadcast with a U.S. elected official, Green Beret Congressman Mike Waltz. They are joined by the Afghan-American, former Army NCO - Legend - who has returned to Afghanistan multiple times to help evacuate at-risk Afghans and American Citizens.The topics in this podcast will blow your mind. What's happening in that terrorist playground is beyond the pale.Will we learn from our past? Do we even care? Join us and decide for yourself.As the wise Yogi Bera exclaimed, "It's Deja Vu all over again." Join Rooftop Nation! Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottMannAuthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmannauthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooftop-leadershipTwitter: https://twitter.com/RooftopLeaderYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYOQ7CDJ6uSaGvmfxYC_skQ

You may have seen Cymbiotika's sleek, easy-to-down supplement pouches on Instagram already, and today, we're bringing you the brilliant backstory. In partnership with our friends at Cymbiotika, we're sitting down with Durana Elmi, the Co-Founder & COO responsible for the brand's skyrocketing growth. Find out how the Afghan-American powerhouse was able to overcome personal hardships in her youth to become the resilient leader she is today, the keys to achieving Cymbiotika's fast-won success and the life lessons that she's instilling in her daughters along the way.Tune in to hear about:The healthy habits, mindset and supplements that Durana personally follows to look and feel her best everydayThe clever and creative ways that she's changing corporate culture, so that people actually want to come into the office everydayScoop alert! We get a sneak peek at the lifestyle category that Cymbiotika will expand to nextHow Cymbiotika is supporting the non-profit, Helping Hands for Afghans, a passion project to help women, children and refugeesPlus! Rapidfire: BOSS Edition, including what *not* to do in a job interview, how to nail a cover letter and the one thing that's a big no-no at any officeCymbiotikaCymbiotika is a lifestyle brand featuring more than 50 products to boost your health and wellness routine - everything from their best-selling Liposomal Glutathioneand Super Greens Dietary Supplement pouches (Carlene's fave!) to their energy-boosting Cymbiotika Liposomal Vitamin B12 + B6 (Jill's fave!). If you want to try Cymbiotika for yourself, use code BREAKINGBEAUTY on cymbiotika.com for 15% off sitewide or create your custom bundle and get up to 45% off. Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill DunnTheme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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An Afghan American businessman has been held for more than a year in the land of his birth. Mahmood Habibi's family has decided to go public in the hopes that the Taliban will release him. Amna Nawaz spoke with them about Habibi's unjustified incarceration. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

An Afghan American businessman has been held for more than a year in the land of his birth. Mahmood Habibi's family has decided to go public in the hopes that the Taliban will release him. Amna Nawaz spoke with them about Habibi's unjustified incarceration. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Mustafa Babak, the executive director of the Afghan-American Foundation, talks about his formative childhood in Afghanistan, when conflict forced his family to flee to Pakistan, and his return to Kabul to help rebuild his country after the American led invasion in 2001. Babak shares how the pursuit of further education led him to college in California, adjusting to a different culture and finding love, and how he has now dedicated his life to supporting other Afghan immigrants seeking refuge and opportunity here after America's withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.Born in Afghanistan in the mid-eighties, Mustafa Babak now serves as the executive director of the Afghan-American Foundation, a national advocacy organization committed to advancing the voices of the Afghan-American diaspora. Prior to moving to the US, Mustafa worked as a public relations executive advising the Afghan government and international partners on key development issues including counter narcotics, civic education, and local governance. Mustafa holds a BA from the University of the Pacific and an Executive Master of Global Public Administration received jointly from New York University and the University College London. He lives in Omaha with his wife and family.

Hello and Salaam my Jigars and Jaans! Join me on this special episode as I share my wonderful journey and unforgettable moments from the Afghan-American Conference 2023, held in the vibrant city of Washington DC from June 23rd to June 25th.Throughout the episode, I'll take you on a personal tour of the conference, describing the atmosphere, the incredible people I met, and the enlightening discussions that filled the event. As an Afghan-American myself, this conference held immense significance for me, as it provided a unique opportunity to connect with my heritage and embrace my American identity.I'll recount the excitement and anticipation I felt leading up to the event, not knowing what to expect, but eager to immerse myself in the culture and stories of my community. From the very start, the warm hospitality of fellow attendees made me feel right at home, instantly fostering a sense of belonging.Throughout the conference, I attended inspiring sessions that covered a wide range of topics, from preserving our cultural heritage to navigating the challenges faced by the Afghan-American diaspora. The diverse perspectives and shared experiences left a profound impact on me, reaffirming the strength and resilience of our community.The stories of success and perseverance inspired me and reminded me of the countless possibilities that lie ahead for our community.As I reflect on my personal encounters and conversations with fellow attendees, I'll share heartwarming and humorous anecdotes that left lasting impressions on me. The connections I made during those three days were truly invaluable, and I'll cherish the memories for a lifetime. I truly made some life long connections.This episode is not just a summary of the Afghan-American Conference 2023; it's a celebration of the unity, diversity, and hope that thrived within those walls. Join me as I relive this extraordinary experience, and together, we'll rejoice in the shared heritage that brings us all together as one big Afghan-American diaspora.  This episode is me sharing a much needed experience that brought me closer to my culture. Follow the podcast instagram!!!!!!https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredafghanpodcast/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Responsibility to our homeland causes mentioned in the episode:https://afghan-relief.org/about/https://aseelapp.com/https://wiseafghanistan.org/Afghan American Community Organization:https://aa-co.org/@afghanamericancommunityorgPerformers:@hello.hosnah Violinist@jawad.m.f Vocalist@marwadoost Poet@djmast.us

As the first Muslim & Afghan-American elected to the CA State Senate, Senator Aisha Wahab is one of the most high-profile lawmakers currently serving in the legislature. She talks about the Afghan-American community she represents in her East Bay district, her transition from local government leadership to the State Capitol, and her new bill (SB 403) that would update CA law to include protections against discrimination based on 'caste.'  

Support Our Show on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/JulianDorey  (***TIMESTAMPS in description below) ~ Safi Rauf is an Afghan-American humanitarian, Navy reservist, and former refugee. Rauf rose to prominence in 2022 after the Taliban held him hostage in Afghanistan for 105 days. Currently, Safi runs the Human First Coalition –– which facilitates undercover missions to evacuate refugees from Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan (CIA, Special Forces vets, etc. facilitating). Prior to HFC, Safi was in the US Special Forces working black ops missions overseas. Human First Coalition: https://www.humanfirstcoalition.org/  ***TIMESTAMPS*** 0:00 - Safi born a refugee in Pakistan (as an Afghan refugee) 7:38 - Pakistan History & Conflicts w/ India 12:59 - The Durand-Line Agreement; US / Pakistan Relationship 21:53 - Safi's difficult life growing up in Pakistan 27:01 - Safi trained himself to be a spy; Safi's dad's travels back to Afghanistan 34:56 - Safi's parents leave Middle East for US; Safi comes to US 40:06 - Safi works with Special Forces 46:04 - Safi's 4-year supporting SF 50:34 - What Safi was inspired to go to Medical School 55:20 - Afghanistan falls & Safi gets to work with CIA & Special Forces guys 59:44 - The lay of the land around Kabul Airport in August 2021 1:06:28 - Taliban provided security for Airport?; Why Afghan militia was a problem 1:11:36 - Safi's ground evacuation operation in Afghanistan 1:17:08 - The helicopter runs of August 2021 1:20:56 - 160,000 people still left behind in Afghanistan today; Vetting Refugees 1:25:07 - Political difficulties in Washington DC for Afghan refugees 1:30:33 - State Department Shuts down ops August 31, 2021 1:37:08 - Safi puts new plans in place for rescue missions; Biden's interpreter 1:40:43 - How the undercover evacs post-August 2021 worked 1:46:29 - Safi develops contact with Taliban leadership to facilitate evacs; $360,000 plane rides 1:56:32 - Funding the mission & gov support 1:59:25 - Safi heads to Afghanistan; Dinner w/ Taliban 2:09:00 - Safi captured by Taliban 2:12:13 - The Taliban's structure / politics 2:14:11 - Safi tells story of what happened immediately after capture 2:19:05 - How Safi smuggled a phone into prison; Solitary confinement; The Taliban questioning 2:28:23 - Biden gets involved; Safi's hunger strike 2:35:46 - Safi's parents negotiate with Taliban; Safi's girlfriend meets with White House 2:44:32 - Safi released and immediately gives TED Talk in America; Taliban allows Safi to continue ops 2:50:11 - Humor through trauma; Channeling inner spy 2:53:43 - Afghanistan refugee crisis today and work Safi is doing to evacuate victims of the regime ~ Get $150 Off The Eight Sleep Pod Pro Mattress / Mattress Cover (USING CODE: “TRENDIFIER”): https://eight-sleep.ioym.net/trendifier Julian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey ~ Music via Artlist.io

*) Israel ratifies law limiting conditions for a possible Netanyahu ouster Israel has ratified a law limiting the circumstances in which a prime minister can be removed, despite worries voiced by a government jurist that it may be meant to shield the incumbent Benjamin Netanyahu from any fallout from his corruption trials. The amended definition for the "incapacity" of national leaders is among legislative measures by the religious-nationalist coalition that have tipped Israel into crisis, with the opposition arguing that judicial independence is in peril. The coalition says the overhaul is aimed at pushing back against Supreme Court over-reach and restoring balance among branches of government. *) California may become first US state to outlaw caste discrimination California may become the first US state to outlaw caste-based discrimination, a safeguard that people of South Asian descent, especially Indians, say is necessary to protect them from discrimination in housing, education and the tech sector where they hold key roles. State Senator Aisha Wahab, the first Muslim and Afghan American elected to the state legislature, introduced the bill on Wednesday. It adds caste — a division of people related to birth or descent — as a protected category in the state's anti-discrimination laws. *)Australia's Albanese appeals referendum voters to back Aboriginal 'voice' Australia's prime minister has made a tearful appeal to voters, asking them to support the creation of an Aboriginal "voice" in lawmaking as he announced the wording of the referendum question. Anthony Albanese said on Thursday Australians had a chance to make up for centuries of injustice, formally recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island groups, and give them a voice in decision-making at a vote later this year. This is "about how our nation sees ourselves. Whether we have the confidence to embrace our history", said Albanese, painting the vote as a chance for Australians to make their country fairer. *) Biden vows to support disaster-hit Türkiye, Syria, Pakistan in Ramadan wish US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden have marked the start of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, wishing Muslims worldwide "Ramadan Kareem." "We will continue to stand with the people of Türkiye and Syria — who have lost many loved ones during the recent devastating earthquakes — and with the people of Pakistan, who are rebuilding their lives following last summer's floods. "To my fellow Americans observing Ramadan, and to Muslims around the world: Ramadan Kareem — we wish you a blessed and peaceful Ramadan," said Biden. *) Qatari banker, British billionaire prepare fresh bids for Man Utd takeover The battle to buy Manchester United football club has heated up as Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani and British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe prepared to raise bids for the 20-time English champions. Both parties were expected to increase their initial offers on Wednesday after the submission deadline of 2100 GMT was extended by merchant bank Raine, which is assisting with the sale of the club, following confusion over the timing, the British media reported. It is also reported that Sheikh Jassim and Ratcliffe had been granted extensions to submit fresh bids.

We are back with Afghan-American comedian Dauood Naimyar (Comedy Central) this week for another LA recorded episode of pure immigrant delight! Dauood talks being the first white washed member of his immigrant family, his 10 year plan to save Afghanistan, why he was a scumbag for 3 years, Afghan humor, what makes people laugh, his road to comedy, his hatred for beans, what his faborite Afghan food is and so so much more!  Follow Dauood on IG @dauoodn & follow the podcast @immigrantjampodcast  Check out the Patreon if you want to support and help us make more of these:-) www.patreon.com/luciepohl And please give us a rating & review if you love this podcast! 

Did we learn anything from 9-11-2001? More importantly, did we learn anything from the events leading up to 9-11-2001?For months, prior to the attacks, the leader of the Afghan Resistance Movement, Ahmad Shah Massoud tried over and over again to warn the U.S. and the West of an impending attack by al Qa'ida. His warnings were ignored as he continued his fight against them and the Taliban with almost no support from the U.S.Just days before the worst attack on our homeland, Massoud was killed by suicide bombers dispatched by bin Laden. AQ knew we would come to Massoud after the attack attempting to partner since we had no other allies in the country.Today, just a year and half after the botched Afghan Withdrawal, over 27 violent extremist organizations have flooded back into the country, training on the former Coalition Bases, under the tolerant protection of the Taliban, and in flagrant violation of the International Doha Agreement.Ahmad Massoud, the son of the Lion of the Panshir, continues the fight. For the first time he appears on a public broadcast with a U.S. elected official, Green Beret Congressman Mike Waltz. They are joined by the Afghan-American, former Army NCO - Legend - who has returned to Afghanistan multiple times to help evacuate at-risk Afghans and American Citizens.The topics in this podcast will blow your mind. What's happening in that terrorist playground is beyond the pale.Will we learn from our past? Do we even care? Join us and decide for yourself.As the wise Yogi Bera exclaimed, "It's Deja Vu all over again.  Join Rooftop Nation!Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RooftopLeadershipInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rooftop_leadershipLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooftop-leadershipTwitter: https://twitter.com/RooftopLeaderYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYOQ7CDJ6uSaGvmfxYC_skQ

Hello and Salaam Jigars and Jaans!! Today's episode focuses on Afghan American communities and how we can make them into better safe spaces.  I discuss some powerful points that were provided by @thelanterninitiative (follow them on instagram) in which we can keep an eye out for certain individuals in the communities.  Individuals who may be struggling with their mental health, fighting a battle with addiction, or people who are just feeling lonely may need more help than others.  With this episode, I aim to provide tips, resources and ideas on what we can do to make these individuals feel comfortable and possibly save their lives. FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredafghanpodcast/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D@unfilteredafghanpodcast Below are the inspirational people and pages I mentioned in the episode: Instagrams below:@afghansforabettertomorrow@afghanwomenstrong@womenforafghanwomen@nadiahashimibooks@afghanamericanfnd@afghanamericancommunityorg@mahnazzy1@hope._orgHOTLINES:988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text)1-800-662-4357 (SAMHSA)Crisis Text Line offers advice and referrals for anyone who feels that they're experiencing a crisis. This can include drug and alcohol dependency, suicidal impulses, family problems, and other personal difficulties. To access the Crisis Text Line, text HOME to 741741 any time, day or nightAs always, feel free to email me with any feedback, possible guests, or comments at medinamua18@gmail.com

The first story in Jamil Jan Kochai's newest collection has an interesting title and premise. “Playing Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain” leads The Haunting of Hajji Hotak and Other Stories (Viking: 2022). But what starts as a story of a young Afghan-American man buying the latest installment of the stealth video game becomes an exploration of Afghanistan, how its borne the brunt of generations of imperial and geopolitical conflict–and how that history is etched on its people. Jamil's book is about Afghanistan–as well as Afghans and Afghan-Americans, grappling with history and strife, conflict and tension, family and community, often amidst the backdrop of an unfeeling U.S. invasion. Jamil Jan Kochai is the author of 99 Nights in Logar (Viking: 2019), a finalist for the Pen/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel and the DSC Prize for South Asian Literature. He was born in an Afghan refugee camp in Peshawar, Pakistan, but he originally hails from Logar, Afghanistan. His short stories have appeared in The New Yorker, Ploughshares, Zoetrope, The O. Henry Prize Stories, and The Best American Short Stories. Currently, he is a Hodder Fellow at Princeton University. Today, Jamil and I will talk about his short stories, his Afghan and Afghan-American characters, how they relate to today's Afghanistan–and some of the surprising inspirations for some of his stories. You can find more reviews, excerpts, interviews, and essays at The Asian Review of Books, including its review of The Haunting of Hajji Hotak. Follow on Twitter at @BookReviewsAsia. Nicholas Gordon is an associate editor for a global magazine, and a reviewer for the Asian Review of Books. He can be found on Twitter at@nickrigordon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The first story in Jamil Jan Kochai's newest collection has an interesting title and premise. “Playing Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain” leads The Haunting of Hajji Hotak and Other Stories (Viking: 2022). But what starts as a story of a young Afghan-American man buying the latest installment of the stealth video game becomes an exploration of Afghanistan, how its borne the brunt of generations of imperial and geopolitical conflict–and how that history is etched on its people. Jamil's book is about Afghanistan–as well as Afghans and Afghan-Americans, grappling with history and strife, conflict and tension, family and community, often amidst the backdrop of an unfeeling U.S. invasion. Jamil Jan Kochai is the author of 99 Nights in Logar (Viking: 2019), a finalist for the Pen/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel and the DSC Prize for South Asian Literature. He was born in an Afghan refugee camp in Peshawar, Pakistan, but he originally hails from Logar, Afghanistan. His short stories have appeared in The New Yorker, Ploughshares, Zoetrope, The O. Henry Prize Stories, and The Best American Short Stories. Currently, he is a Hodder Fellow at Princeton University. Today, Jamil and I will talk about his short stories, his Afghan and Afghan-American characters, how they relate to today's Afghanistan–and some of the surprising inspirations for some of his stories. You can find more reviews, excerpts, interviews, and essays at The Asian Review of Books, including its review of The Haunting of Hajji Hotak. Follow on Twitter at @BookReviewsAsia. Nicholas Gordon is an associate editor for a global magazine, and a reviewer for the Asian Review of Books. He can be found on Twitter at@nickrigordon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/asian-american-studies

Fall is here. And it's crazier by the day. Trump drama, Ukraine war news, natural disasters, political dysfunction, election campaign warfare. It's something new and terrible every day. But there's one important issue you're not seeing in the news. Important enough that it has dedicated citizens sleeping outside the US Capitol in Washington tonight. It's called the “firewatch”. And Matt Zeller (@MattCZeller) is leading it. Matt has been a regular on this show. He's an activist, an author and a conscience for America. He is one of the leading advocates for veterans, for Afghan allies, and for America. A combat veteran and Army Major that made it out of Afghanistan alive only because of the courage of his Afghan interpreter, Matt's been paying it forward ever since. He's the courageous Co-Founder of No One Left Behind, a Truman National Security Fellow, the author of Watches Without Time: An American Soldier in Afghanistan, and a top leader on the powerhouse team at Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA).Matt first joined us to predict the collapse of Afghanistan after the US pullout for Episode 127 in August, 2021. Then again for Episode 138 in October, 2021. He came back a year later in August for Episode 182 in August, 2022 to update us on how bad it's gotten in Afghanistan. And to take us inside the historic PACT Act fight with Jon Stewart. And to preview the action that needed to be taken for our Afghan allies. Now, that action is underway. Last week, along with leaders from the Afghan American, humanitarian and veterans community, Matt started a new firewatch. That means he started a campaign of activists sleeping 24/7 outside the capital until the Afghan Adjustment Act is passed. This is democracy at work. This is democracy evolving. This is good trouble. This is the opposite of January 6th. If you were disgusted by that. You'll be inspired by this. This is hope. And as we say all the time, hope is the oxygen of democracy. And it's time for a big dose of it. This is a pod that will leave you inspired–and hopeful. Every episode of Independent Americans hosted by Paul Rieckhoff @PaulRieckhoff) breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. Stay vigilant, America. -Get extra content, connect with guests, attend exclusive events, get merch discounts and support this critical show that speaks truth to power by joining our IA community on Patreon. -Watch video of Paul Rieckhoff and Matt Zeller's conversation here.-Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us. -Represent for the show with some very cool Independent Americans merchandise. -Check out the incredible music of Marcus King (featured in the show). -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers on Twitter. And share yours. -Wanna advertise on the pod? Hit us up. -Also check out new episodes of other Righteous Media podcasts including the B Dorm Podcast, The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra and Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed. Independent Americans is powered by Righteous Media. Righteous is an independent, American, Veteran-owned and led content company.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fall is here. And it's crazier by the day. Trump drama, Ukraine war news, natural disasters, political dysfunction, election campaign warfare. It's something new and terrible every day. But there's one important issue you're not seeing in the news. Important enough that it has dedicated citizens sleeping outside the US Capitol in Washington tonight. It's called the “firewatch”.  And Matt Zeller (@MattCZeller) is leading it. Matt has been a regular on this show. He's an activist, an author and a conscience for America. He is one of the leading advocates for veterans, for Afghan allies, and for America. A combat veteran and Army Major that made it out of Afghanistan alive only because of the courage of his Afghan interpreter, Matt's been paying it forward ever since. He's the courageous Co-Founder of No One Left Behind, a Truman National Security Fellow, the author of Watches Without Time: An American Soldier in Afghanistan, and a top leader on the powerhouse team at Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA). Matt first joined us to predict the collapse of Afghanistan after the US pullout for Episode 127 in August, 2021. Then again for Episode 138 in October, 2021. He came back a year later in August for Episode 182 in August, 2022 to update us on how bad it's gotten in Afghanistan. And to take us inside the historic PACT Act fight with Jon Stewart. And to preview the action that needed to be taken for our Afghan allies.  Now, that action is underway. Last week, along with leaders from the Afghan American, humanitarian and veterans community, Matt started a new firewatch. That means he started a campaign of activists sleeping 24/7 outside the capital until the Afghan Adjustment Act is passed.  This is democracy at work. This is democracy evolving. This is good trouble. This is the opposite of January 6th. If you were disgusted by that. You'll be inspired by this. This is hope. And as we say all the time, hope is the oxygen of democracy. And it's time for a big dose of it. This is a pod that will leave you inspired–and hopeful.  Every episode of Independent Americans hosted by Paul Rieckhoff @PaulRieckhoff) breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. Stay vigilant, America.  -Get extra content, connect with guests, attend exclusive events, get merch discounts and support this critical show that speaks truth to power by joining our IA community on Patreon.  -Watch video of Paul Rieckhoff and Matt Zeller's conversation here. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us.  -Represent for the show with some very cool Independent Americans merchandise.  -Check out the incredible music of Marcus King (featured in the show).  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers on Twitter. And share yours.  -Wanna advertise on the pod? Hit us up.  -Also check out new episodes of other Righteous Media podcasts including the B Dorm Podcast, The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra and Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed.  Independent Americans is powered by Righteous Media. Righteous is an independent, American, Veteran-owned and led content company.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a tale that strikes at the heart of Afghan American identity, a generation of people who fled the Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan to the U.S. and started over, watching painfully as their former homeland is torn apart. "The Kite Runner," based on Khaled Husseini's best-selling novel, opened as a play on Broadway last month. Jane Ferguson reports for our arts and culture series, "CANVAS." PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Azita Ghanizada is currently making her Broadway debut in "The Kite Runner" as Soraya, and is now the first woman of Afghan descent to originate a role on Broadway. As we learn, Azita's childhood life was far from ordinary and easy. Her family fled Afghanistan and ended up in the US as political asylum seekers. Similarly to what happens in “The Kite Runner”, she had trouble getting citizenship because she didn't have proper paperwork, including her birth certificate. She talks about growing up and learning how to speak English through watching tv shows and movies, which has also sparked her interest in acting. She shares how she pursued acting by buying a one-way ticket to Hollywood and ended up working at E! for a couple of years where she learned everything about show business. From finding a loophole in not getting jobs she used to get to being told she was white, Azita, together with other actors who joined her cause, successfully drafted a new SAG-AFTRA – AMPTP TV/Theatrical hiring contract for the first time in 37 years. She also talked about MENA Arts Advocacy Coalition, an organization she founded to support and educate. Azita reflects on the issues we still need to fight for such as inclusion, and why we have to create from our heart and operate from a place of truth and integrity. Azita Ghanizada is an Afghan American actress who began her on-air camera career as a commercial model. Her family fled Afghanistan to the US and were granted asylum to remain. She has appeared in numerous television series, including “How I Met Your Mother”, “Entourage”, “Veronica Mars”, “The Wedding Bells”, “NUMB3RS”, “Bones”, “Psych” and “Castle”. Her film credits include "Killroy Was Here", “Our Friend”, “We Broke Up”, “Draupadi Unleashed”, “Complete Unknown”, “X's & O's”, and “A Kiss on the Nose” where she received a film festival best actress nomination for her performance. She's the Founder and President of MENA Arts Advocacy Coalition, an organization she launched after helping build the MENA category into the SAG-AFTRA theatrical contracts. In 2020, she gave her first TEDx talk on the path to visibility in Hollywood. In addition to "Ballers," and Freeform's "Good Trouble," she's also got a recurring role on the CBS show, “United States of Al” and is currently performing in Broadway's "The Kite Runner" as Soraya.   Connect with Azita: Watch Azita's amazing TEDx Talk “The Invisible to Stereotyped: The Journey to Hollywood”  Twitter: @azitaghanizada Instagram: @azitagram MENA Arts Advocacy Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lyla Kohistany is a former U.S. Navy Intelligence Officer who supported SOF through much of the GWOT and now serves as a cultural consultant for the command. As a child Lyla was brought to the U.S. as a refugee from the Soviet War on Afghanistan in the 1980's. Her familiarity with the Afghan culture made her an invaluable asset to SOF's efforts in Afghanistan, but it hasn't exactly been smooth sailing Lyla. From almost becoming a child bride to becoming the CEO of a non-profit, Lyla Kohistany embodies the SOF tenet "Humans are more important than hardware"!Promote LeadershipEmail: lyla@promoteleadership.orgWebsite: www.promoteleadership.orgHonor the PromiseEmail: lyla@honorthepromise.vetWebsite: www.honorthepromise.vetSubscribe to SOFcast today! Also available on YouTube!

This week on The Panjwai Podcast we are joined by “Sarah”, an Afghan-American who served in Afghanistan as an interpreter, mostly in the Kandahar and Helmand provinces. Sarah talks to us about her journey to serving, her experiences in Panjwai, Zharey, Helmand and Kandahar at large. She offers  insights into the cultural interactions with local Afghans, with the multiple military units she supported, and what it has been like watching the fall of Afghanistan with some of her family still stuck behind enemy lines.     ---------------------------------   The views expressed by the guests and hosts of this podcast do not represent the views of the Department of Defense or United States Government.   ——————————————— Also Available on:   Apple: https://buff.ly/3gTXet9 Spotify: https://buff.ly/2Kx6cjR Google: https://buff.ly/3b29R4z Podbean: https://buff.ly/2WoN0aF iHeartRadio: https://buff.ly/3nc5Wo1   Check out the video version of the podcast at : https://www.youtube.com/thepanjwaipodcast   For maps, photos and more information about Panjwai go to : https://www.thepanjwaipodcast.com/about-panjwai   Direct donations can also be sent via venmo @thepanjwaipodcast Be sure to like, follow, and/or subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Youtube, TuneIn, Amazon Music and many more. visit www.thepanjwaipodcast.com/listen for more information.   Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepanjwaipodcast Instagram: @thepanjwaipodcast Twitter: @panjwaipodcast ----------------------------------------------------------------   Podcast Theme Song “Take me with you” by Dustin Gaspard https://www.instagram.com/dusty_muhrie/ https://www.dustingaspardmusic.com/

  On Today's Trivia Podcast Episode Time for 20 new questions on this trivia podcast! What empire arose in the Peruvian highlands around 1200 AD? Antonie van Leeuwenhoek born in 1632 is called the Father of what? Who was the 1st video game character to have a balloon in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 1993? Which US state is the only one to have a non-rectangular flag? Where is the most remote permanent settlement on Earth, being over 1,500 miles (2,400 kilometres) from the nearest human settlement on Saint Helena? Which recent Netflix dark comedy stars Leonardo DiCaprio as a Michigan State University astronomy professor trying to warn the world of impending disaster? Afghan-American author Khaled Hosseini published his first novel in 2003 and it was called what? If you liked this episode, check out our last trivia episode! Music Hot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Don't forget to follow us on social media for more trivia: Patreon - patreon.com/quizbang - Please consider supporting us on Patreon. Check out our fun extras for patrons and help us keep this podcast going. We appreciate any level of support! Website - quizbangpod.com Check out our website, it will have all the links for social media that you need and while you're there, why not go to the contact us page and submit a question! Facebook - @quizbangpodcast - we post episode links and silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess. Instagram - Quiz Quiz Bang Bang (quizquizbangbang), we post silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess. Twitter - @quizbangpod We want to start a fun community for our fellow trivia lovers. If you hear/think of a fun or challenging trivia question, post it to our twitter feed and we will repost it so everyone can take a stab it. Come for the trivia - stay for the trivia. Ko-Fi - ko-fi.com/quizbangpod - Keep that sweet caffeine running through our body with a Ko-Fi, power us through a late night of fact checking and editing!

  On Today's Trivia Podcast Episode Time for 20 new questions on this trivia podcast! What empire arose in the Peruvian highlands around 1200 AD? Antonie van Leeuwenhoek born in 1632 is called the Father of what? Who was the 1st video game character to have a balloon in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 1993? Which US state is the only one to have a non-rectangular flag? Where is the most remote permanent settlement on Earth, being over 1,500 miles (2,400 kilometres) from the nearest human settlement on Saint Helena? Which recent Netflix dark comedy stars Leonardo DiCaprio as a Michigan State University astronomy professor trying to warn the world of impending disaster? Afghan-American author Khaled Hosseini published his first novel in 2003 and it was called what? If you liked this episode, check out our last trivia episode! Music Hot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Don't forget to follow us on social media for more trivia: Patreon - patreon.com/quizbang - Please consider supporting us on Patreon. Check out our fun extras for patrons and help us keep this podcast going. We appreciate any level of support! Website - quizbangpod.com Check out our website, it will have all the links for social media that you need and while you're there, why not go to the contact us page and submit a question! Facebook - @quizbangpodcast - we post episode links and silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess. Instagram - Quiz Quiz Bang Bang (quizquizbangbang), we post silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess. Twitter - @quizbangpod We want to start a fun community for our fellow trivia lovers. If you hear/think of a fun or challenging trivia question, post it to our twitter feed and we will repost it so everyone can take a stab it. Come for the trivia - stay for the trivia. Ko-Fi - ko-fi.com/quizbangpod - Keep that sweet caffeine running through our body with a Ko-Fi, power us through a late night of fact checking and editing!