Ourselves Podcast Why Iranians Need the World’s Attention Right Now
Jan 16, 2026
This discussion sheds light on the urgent crisis in Iran, highlighting systematic killings and humiliations faced by families. Decades of repression against artists and thinkers are explored, alongside the stark reality of an economic collapse. Protests fueled by starvation underscore the fight for basic rights. The conversation critiques how Western media dehumanizes Iranians, urging listeners to maintain focus on the country's plight. A vision for a free Iran showcases the potential for cultural and creative breakthroughs.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Systematic State Violence And Information Blackouts
- The Iranian government is killing protesters systematically and hiding the scale with blackouts and arrests.
- This repression aims to silence dissent and erase global visibility of mass human rights abuses.
Families Forced To Pay And Endure Humiliation
- Hospitals and sidewalks fill with body bags while families must pay exorbitant fees to retrieve their dead children.
- Officials force humiliating gestures like bringing sweets and frame killings as celebrations to degrade victims' families.
Decades Of Repression Stifled Cultural Potential
- The regime has suppressed artists, educators, and thinkers for over 46 years, which stifles Iran's cultural and intellectual potential.
- If freed, Iranian society could contribute major cultural movements and global participation.