Bringing stories, histories and alternatives into conversations of the world today. Produced & Hosted by @elifxeyal & @gzangana. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @PomegranatePod. Subscribe to our newsletter, https://mailchi.mp/0f139b003140/pomegranate-podcast
Is history something dead and lost to the past. Doomed to repeat itself. Or is history alive with impacts on us today? If history is alive, is it the ghosts of our ancestors living within us, or is it also like dark matter, all around us and forming our existence? If history is alive, is it being controlled and channeled by powerful states and individuals, or is it something we can reclaim for an alternative life in freedom? In this episode, we discuss what it means for history to be ...
21 Oct 2022
Jin Jiyan Azadî
On the 16th of September, 2022, Jina Amini, a young Kurdish woman, was tortured to death in Iran by the so-called ‘morality police’ for not wearing her hijab in accordance with their theocratic laws. Her murder has sparked protests in East Kurdistan (North West Iran) and throughout Iran, with large numbers of people marching on the streets and rising up to demand justice against the clerical system, and women demanding freedom and democracy. The slogan, Jin, Jiyan, Azadî (Woman, Life, Freedo...
25 May 2021
Why we tell stories
Story telling and narratives play an important role in our understanding of the world and truth. From oral traditions to strategic narratives, Kurdish society is vibrant with story telling. Tales of heroes and heroines, enemies and tyrants, struggle and suffering, and victory and virtue inspire us and pass on collective memories. But are we losing the culture of storytelling as technology and modernity advances? Joining us is Kurdish feminist, writer, lecturer and anti-war activist Houzan Mah...
29 Apr 2021
Kurdistan: To be a state or not to be?
The struggle for freedom in Kurdistan has resulted in different ideas and practises on how to achieve a free life. One idea gaining mass popularity is Democratic confederalism and the democratic nation. Taking a holistic, inclusive and bottom-up approach, democratic confederalism attempts to deal with the global crises we face through democratic means rather than the nation-state. In this episode we discuss the importance of this democratic project, what it means to us and why we’re so excit...
18 Mar 2021
Newroz Pîroz Be
Newroz, which translates to 'New Day' in English, marks the Spring Equinox, the arrival of Spring and for many the new year. It is celebrated by millions of people across West Asia, Central Asia, parts of South Asia and globally within diaspora communities. For the Kurdish people, Newroz is not just a celebration but also symbolises acts and expressions of Kurdish culture and resistance against those who have denied the Kurdish identity and existence. In this episode we spoke to Rosa Burc, po...
14 Feb 2021
Revolutionary Love
On their quest for liberation, the Kurdish freedom movement often contemplates the deeper meanings behind their journey and the desired world they are building. One form of liberation is revolutionary love. Love for yourself, love for your comrades, love for humanity and love for the truth, the struggle and a free life. In this episode we spoke with Lave Galo, singer and songwriter, anthropology graduate and member of the Jinelogi committee in Sweden. Please listen, subscribe & comm...
26 Jul 2020
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