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Faranak Amidi

Host of The Fifth Floor, a BBC World Service podcast focusing on global storytelling.

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Apr 3, 2024 • 27min

Inside Iran’s secret rave scene

BBC journalist Faranak Amidi discusses Iran's underground rave scene, where female DJs challenge cultural norms. They explore the evolution of music culture, struggles faced by Iranian DJs, and the hope among Iranian youth for change.
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May 11, 2024 • 27min

The Fifth Floor: China’s global mining for green tech

Investigative journalist Faranak Amidi discusses how Chinese mines overseas supply minerals for green tech, shedding light on the impact on local communities. The podcast explores the unique perspectives of the journalists in the Global China Unit and the challenges faced by employees working in mining sites. It also touches on social media reactions to China's activities and the personal experiences of Chinese employees in London.
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Nov 20, 2024 • 14min

Why does Iran call women protesting the hijab ‘mentally ill’?

Faranak Amidi, a BBC journalist and presenter, shares powerful insights into the struggles of Iranian women fighting against oppressive norms. She discusses the shocking story of Ahoo Daryaei, who, in a bold act of defiance, challenged hijab mandates at a university. The conversation delves into societal attitudes that label protestors as 'mentally ill' and the harsh realities of gender segregation in Iran. Amidi emphasizes the impacts of systemic discrimination and the international response to these brave acts of resistance.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 26min

Iran: Will the new 'reformist' president change anything?

BBC Persian's senior reporter Parham Ghobadi and women's affairs reporter Faranak Amidi discuss Iran's new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, and the challenges he faces in bringing change, including healing divisions and opening talks with the West. They explore the limitations of his power, impact of sanctions, social unrest, Iran's involvement in regional conflicts, and challenges in opposition to a dysfunctional regime.
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Mar 4, 2023 • 57min

Weekend Woman's Hour: Iranian schoolgirls, the womb, Cynthia Erivo, No More Page 3, UK marriage law changes

Iranian schoolgirls in hospital due to suspected poisonings sparking concerns, Leah Hazard explores the complexities of the womb, Cynthia Erivo shares her journey as an actor, Jo Cheetham discusses her involvement in the No More Page 3 campaign, UK raises marriage age to 18.