Persis Karim, a poet and director of the Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies, joins Arman Mahmoudi, a community organizer; Hasti Jafari, a playwright; and Nahid Siamdoust, a journalist, to discuss the profound impact of the Israel-Iran conflict on the Bay Area's Iranian community. They explore emotional narratives, the complex historical context of U.S. involvement, and the challenges of communication with family in Iran. Insights into navigating identity, activism, and solidarity within the diaspora await listeners in this poignant conversation.
