Rumble Zibakalam: The economy of the Islamic Republic of Iran is a corrupt and inefficient state economy. Zibakalam: You can in no way stop fuel smuggling. Zibakalam: The government of the Islamic Republic buys imported gasoline for 80-90 thousand Tomans per liter and sells it for 5 thousand Tomans!PreviousNext Zibakalam: In the past forty years, many dictatorial regimes have moved towards democracy. Zibakalam: Velayat-e Faqih (Guardianship of the Islamic Jurist) has shown that it is completely incompatible with the principles and foundations of democracy. Zibakalam: The establishment, generally, does not feel that it has a problem!Showing the solution and settling the matter with the establishment (Nezam) is not important for him. Zibakalam: In a society where over seventy percent have issues with the governance, an incident like the story of Mahsa could happen at any moment.I have not seen a single person in the streets who supports the establishment Zibakalam: The main reason for Tajzadeh remaining in prison is that he addressed the Leader personally.Khatami, Mar'ashi, Aref, and... also do not dare to voice the things Tajzadeh says. Sadegh Zibakalam's narrative of the memorial service for Mostafa Tajzadeh's brotherZibakalam: The establishment and the officials were not very pleased with the welcome/reception (shown by) the people and the famous figures. See: Iran pregnant with incidents?! With the presence of Dr. Sadegh Zibakalam, professor of political science at the university Live Tonight / Iran Pregnant with Events?! With the presence of Dr. Sadegh Zibakalam, Professor of Political Science at the University19:30 Iran time Simorgh | Intellectualism, Power, and the Deadlock of Republic in Iran – Conversation between Mehdi Motaharnia and Sadegh ZibakalamIn a conversation with Sadegh Zibakalam, we examine the narrative of intellectualism, power, and the challenges of republicanism in present and future Iran. He believes that society must learn that it is possible to engage in dialogue on important issues despite differences and distinctions. Zibakalam, who for years has defended the right to vote, political participation, and dialogue with the system, now faces a part of society’s disillusionment with this approach and explicitly asks: Was the previous approach during the terms of Mr. Rouhani and Pezeshkian correct or mistaken? What are the reasons, and how can they be interpreted and justified? Sheikh Nasser Naqavian: You have controlled all aspects of this country for 45 years; what has been the result?!The place of ethics in our governance and politics is missing! Sheikh Naser Naqavian: Concentration of power must be eliminated.If the government wants to regain its lost popularity, it must first engage in a transparent and fearless dialogue with intellectuals. Simorgh | Wisdom, Governance, Identity — a conversation between Mehdi Motaharnia and Dr. Ali-Asghar Pourazzat on Abdi MediaIn the latest episode of Simorgh, Dr. Mehdi Motaharnia hosts Dr. Ali-Asghar Pourazzat, a prominent professor of management at the University of Tehran. The conversation begins with sharp criticisms and candid responses, and then shifts to broader discussions on public trust, wisdom, and governance in today’s Iran. The session examines topics ranging from capitulation and structural corruption to the decline of public trust and the meaning of public administration under current circumstances. Sheikh Nasser Naqavian: Those gentlemen who sit in the seminaries and issue fatwas should come with me to the classrooms and the streets!Note: This episode of Simorgh, produced by Abdollah Abdi, was recorded before the Israeli attack on Iran. Listen | Simorgh | Ethics, Future Governance, and Fiqh – a conversation between Mehdi Motaharnia and Sheikh Nasser Naqavian. Sheikh Nasser Naqavian: If a jurist can advance their thinking to the level of the community’s intellectual leaders, the people will accept them.In the Constitution, alongside the term “jurists,” the phrase “fully qualified” is also mentioned. Listen: Simorgh | Economy, Justice, Hidden Collapse — a conversation between Mehdi Motaharnia and Dr. Hossein Raghfar on Abdi MediaStructural corruption, the banking system trapped in the grip of security institutions, and the education crisis; Hossein Raghfar warns bluntly in an interview that if military institutions and ruling foundations do not step aside from the economy, there will be no hope for the country’s political survival. Sheikh Naser Naqavian: In Ayatollah Khomeini’s view, music was absolutely forbidden!If our seminary cannot update itself, it is doomed to the same fate that priests and clergy of other religions have faced. Sheikh Nasser Naqavian: We are not seeking a revolt or reform in the sense of a revolution; rather, we aim for a structural reform.These people have seen enough blood and bloodshed; they cannot bear another disorder — in which the blood of innocents would be spilled. Sadegh Zibakalam: If I see a reason to depart from [my beliefs], I will certainly do so.The three words that will shape Iran’s future: abandoning resentment, hatred, and malice. Sadeq Zibakalaam: Our biggest problem is understanding the developments in our own society!Note: This season of the Simorgh program, produced by Abdullah Abdi, was produced before the Israeli attack on Iran. The Right to Protest and Iran's Future Governance Model, Mehdi Motaharnia's Conversation with Hedayat Aghaei on the Simorgh ProgramIn a world where political order is being redefined, the key question is how reformism in Iran will have to do with the future; Can it be the accelerator of change or will it become a deterrent? Part of the community has passed through reformism in year 6, and this will undoubtedly affect the future of Iran and the future of politics in the country. 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