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EPISODE · Jan 6, 2026 · 8 MIN

Alireza Jafarzadeh | Is Iran on the Brink of Freedom?

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Steve sits down with Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of NCRI-US and author of The Iran Threat, to discuss how Nicolás Maduro’s capture is sending shockwaves through authoritarian regimes, especially Iran. Jafarzadeh explains why Iran may be on the brink of real change, as millions rise up demanding political freedom while living under brutal suppression and deep poverty. With nearly 80% of Iranians below the poverty line and the regime offering a humiliating $7 a month to silence protests, he argues nothing short of overthrowing the current establishment will satisfy the people. Despite the danger, there are real signs of hope for Iran’s future.

Steve sits down with Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of NCRI-US and author of The Iran Threat, to discuss how Nicolás Maduro’s capture is sending shockwaves through authoritarian regimes, especially Iran. Jafarzadeh explains why Iran may be on the brink of real change, as millions rise up demanding political freedom while living under brutal suppression and deep poverty. With nearly 80% of Iranians below the poverty line and the regime offering a humiliating $7 a month to silence protests, he argues nothing short of overthrowing the current establishment will satisfy the people. Despite the danger, there are real signs of hope for Iran’s future.

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