So typically, I take photo submissions for this section, and I still will! But I realized I haven’t posted any of my own photos yet, and hey, I have been to Iran too! So, these are from a trip that…
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How Good Is Arash’s Persian? The Politics of Language & Identity in Diaspora Iranian Pop Music
by Shirin • • 0 Comments
A nice post from “Ajam Media Collective” on language and the arts, when looking at various groups of Iranians (and other cultures!) and how they connect through art & music. Love this quote “Arash’s exchange in this interview makes it…
When “Goodbye” usually meant “Hello”
by Shirin • • 2 Comments
This is something I have wanted to write about for a very long time. And I am going to bet almost all of you already know what is coming. …so let’s go back about 15 years… *At a party* Mom:…
“POOSH”: A story of an “Iranian-Preneur” (1)
by Shirin • • 1 Comment
It has always been inspiring and motivating for me to hear about entrepreneurs and their different paths to success. Their stories, challenges and achievements are ones to hear and learn from. I am starting this section to highlight various Iranian entrepreneurs that have pursued their…
What is the best part of a Persian meal? The Tadiq!
by Shirin • • 8 Comments
As the influx of Persians crowd the dinner table at any party or “Mehmoony”, my mind usually goes to one thing “Is there going to be enough Tadiq left by the time I make it around this table!?” Some panic instills… and…