Hamid Dabashi
Professor of Iranian Studies and Comparative Literature at Columbia University. A leading cultural and literary critic and public intellectual.
Top 3 podcasts with Hamid Dabashi
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Jun 23, 2025 • 25min
What is Iran’s right to resist regime change?
Hamid Dabashi, a Professor of Iranian Studies at Columbia University, delves into Iran's complex historical narrative shaped by foreign interventions and its current quest for sovereignty. He critiques Israel's claims about Iran's nuclear ambitions and discusses the sensitivity of labeling foreign attacks as liberation. Dabashi emphasizes the significance of internal movements, especially women’s roles in protests, and advocates for respectful dialogue rather than external regime changes, reflecting on how history continues to influence Iran's identity and geopolitical dynamics.
Jan 9, 2025 • 23min
What is Jimmy Carter’s global legacy?
Hamid Dabashi, a Professor of Iranian studies at Columbia University, shares insights on the Iranian Revolution's impact during Jimmy Carter's presidency. Shawan Jabarin, General Director of Al-Haq, offers a Palestinian perspective on Carter's legacy regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They discuss the complexities of Carter's foreign policy, from the 1979 hostage crisis to his commitment to humanitarian efforts. The conversation highlights the importance of reevaluating his legacy in the context of modern leadership ethics and global peace.
Dec 31, 2023 • 55min
578 Chapters (with Nicholas Dames) | My Last Book (with Hamid Dabashi)
Nicholas Dames discusses the segmented history of books and the origins of chapters. Hamid Dabashi shares his choice for the last book he will ever read. Topics include the definition and characteristics of chapters, the multinational phenomenon of chaptering, and the significance of Kililavadimna in transcending language barriers.
