EP780: Virag Guylas - Standing Up For Freedom

"Freedom is rarely understood by people who have never had to fight for it." Freedom is rarely understood by people who have never had to fight for it. Real freedom demands courage, sacrifice, and the willingness to challenge systems that silence truth. This episode explores the tension between propaganda and reality, the responsibility of honest journalism, and why so many people living comfortably in the West misunderstand what oppressive regimes actually look like. The conversation also examines how social media, public opinion, and political narratives shape the way global conflicts are perceived.  Virag Guylas shares how her background in international relations, Middle Eastern studies, and journalism led her to speak directly with Iranians both inside and outside Iran to better understand the current situation. She discusses the importance of fact-checking, resisting sensationalism, and listening to ordinary people rather than influencers or political agendas. The discussion also touches on freedom movements, media integrity, feminism in Iran, and the growing divide between lived experience and online activism.  Virag is a Hungarian journalist, communications consultant, and digital media strategist based in New York City. With academic studies in EU law, international relations, and Middle Eastern and Jewish studies, she focuses heavily on geopolitics, freedom movements, and cultural issues impacting Europe, the Middle East, and the Western world. Expert action steps: 1. Set a clear "bullseye goal" that keeps your focus locked onto one meaningful objective. 2. Stay persistent even when the path forward is unclear. 3. Practice self-kindness while navigating difficult seasons of life. Learn more & connect: https://linktr.ee/theviraggulyas.com https://gulyasvirag.com/ IG: @theviraggulyas FB: @virag.gulyas.37 [email protected] Clothes and mugs!! https://gulyasvirag.com/common-sense-boutique-1 Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level.