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Roqe Ep. 434 - IRAN RISES - The Role of Alternative Media - Nazenin Ansari, Andy Alem, Kiarash Kian
1 hour 18 minutes Posted Apr 27, 2026 at 11:32 pm.
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We miss the voices of Iran.
In this episode, Jian opens with a poetic and powerful essay on the impact of the Iranian regime’s internet blackouts - not only as a violation of human rights, but as a loss of connection, clarity, and direction for millions outside the country who have been inspired by those inside it.
The conversation then turns to the role of alternative media at a critical moment.
With mainstream coverage of Iran widely criticized as incomplete, biased, or misframed, what responsibility falls on independent platforms?
Can alternative media remain objective - or is it inherently advocacy?
And is there still an obligation to “both sides” the story?
Jian is joined by:
Nazenin Ansari (London)
Kiarash Kian (Toronto)
Andy “Aueen” Alem (New York)
A sharp and timely discussion on media, narrative power, and the fight to represent the voices of the Iranian people.
This episode is supported by:
Quasar Homes - https://www.instagram.com/quasarhomes/
Famluxy - https://famluxy.com