Poetry of time

About Poetry of time

Step into the world of Persia’s greatest legends with Poetry of Time, a narrative podcast that breathes life into Ferdowsi’s timeless masterpiece, the Shahnameh (The Book of Kings). Each episode unravels the myths, heroes, and cosmic battles that have shaped Persian culture for over a thousand years—blending rich storytelling with the lyrical beauty of classical verse. From the rise of mighty kings to the fall of tragic warriors, we journey through love, destiny, and divine intrigue, one spellbinding story at a time. Whether you’re new to the Shahnameh or a lifelong admirer, Poetry of Time invites you to rediscover Persia’s epic soul—where history and myth collide. Subscribe now and wander through the echoes of time support us : https://www.buzzsprout.com/2455549/support Our website : https://shahnamehpoetryoftime.buzzsprout.com/ Fan mail : https://shahnamehpoetryoftime.buzzsprout.com/2455549/fan_mail

Publisher

Noora Pourkashefi

Category

arts · history · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Jun 2025

Latest episode

28 May 2026

Latest episodes

34 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 May 2026

   Rostam Reads the Letter, Defies the King, and Sneaks Into Sohrab's Camp — But Does He Know the Truth? | Shahnameh Ep. 34

   The mystery of the Shahnameh deepens. In this episode of Poetry of Time, a desperate letter reaches Kay Kavus. A fourteen-year-old warrior has appeared at the White Fortress. His arms are like a camel's thigh. His body is like an elephant's. And Gazhdaham whispers a comparison that will echo through the rest of the story: "You would say he is Sam Nariman himself." The king sends Giv to Zabolestan to bring Rostam. "Do not delay," he commands. But Rostam reads the letter — and pours wine inst...

2. 

   23 May 2026

   Rostam and Sohrab: The Tragedy Begins — A Hero's Grief, a Princess's Secret, a Warrior Woman Who Fought a Giant, and a Son Who Does Not Know His Father | Shahnameh Ep. 33

   The most famous tragedy in Persian literature begins. In this episode of Poetry of Time, Rostam wakes at dawn with a heart full of grief. He rides to the border of Turan to hunt — but falls asleep. When he wakes, Rakhsh is gone. Seven Turkic horsemen have taken his horse. On foot, ashamed, the elephant-bodied hero follows the tracks to Samangan. The king welcomes him as a guest. Wine flows. Music plays. Rostam drinks himself to sleep. Then — a candle in the darkness. A princess named Tahm...

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   7 May 2026

   The Madness of Kay Kavus: A Mansion in the Mountain, a Throne to the Sky | Shahnameh Ep.32

   Three strange tales. One reckless king. In this episode of Poetry of Time, Kay Kavus builds a miraculous mansion inside Mount Alborz — where winter never comes and sorrow cannot enter. But that is only the beginning. Whispered lies from a demon disguised as a servant lead the king of Iran into the greatest sin of all: attempting to storm the heavens themselves. Eagles lift his golden throne toward the sun… until they tire. The crash is inevitable. But death does not come. Why? Because God sti...

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