The Iranian Revolution: How the Clash of Islam v. Persian Culture Changed History

Ashton Cohen is joined by the Iranian Historian, Human Rights Activist, and Founder of the Alliance of Iranian Women, Manda Zand Ervin to discuss the modern history of Iran. Ashton and Manda have a fascinating conversation regarding the events and forces that led up to the Iranian Revolution, notably the clash between Islamic ideology and the traditional Persian culture. Manda and Ashton also discuss how European Neoliberal imperialism, multi-national corporations, and neo-Marxist/postmodern ideologies played a role in the overthrow of the Shah of Iran.

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