In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the critical questions surrounding the Taliban’s actions and their claims of implementing Islamic law. Are the bans on girls’ education and the erasure of women from public life truly rooted in Islam, or do they represent a misinterpretation of the deen? We explore the contradiction between their professed adherence to the Hanafi school—renowned for its rational legal reasoning—and their oppressive policies, questioning whether tribal customs over...
Dec 26, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 21 of Radio Resistance, co-hosts Kumayl and Zoubair engage in a compelling conversation with award-winning journalist and founder of Afghan Peace Watch, Habib Khan Totakhil. With extensive experience reporting for The Wall Street Journal and other international outlets, Habib offers an insider's perspective on the challenges of journalism under Taliban rule. He shares his firsthand insights on the dangers faced by journalists, the manipulation of narratives, and the critical role...
Nov 23, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Radio Resistance, Zoubair and Kumayl discuss the decision many Afghan-Americans are making to support Donald Trump in the upcoming election. This isn’t just about politics—it’s a story of shifting loyalties, cultural values, and a call for real change in how U.S. policies impact Afghanistan and our community here at home. From the fallout of Biden’s Afghanistan withdrawal to the alignment of conservative values with Afghan-American culture, we unpack the reasons behind this sh...
Nov 04, 2024•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Radio Resistance Podcast, co-hosts Kumayl and Zoubair dive into the resurgence of terrorism in Afghanistan since the Taliban regained power in 2021. They are joined by national security expert Scott Richards to explore the complex dynamics of the Taliban's regime, its connections with groups like Al-Qaeda and TTP, and the broader threats emerging from Afghanistan. Scott provides invaluable insights into the strategies of the National Resistance Front (NRF), the Taliba...
Aug 10, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we provide a book review and analysis of Ahmad Massoud's recent memoir and bestseller on Amazon, "In The Name of My Father: Struggling for Freedom in Afghanistan." Ahmad Massoud's book is a compelling and insightful piece that reflects on the struggle for freedom and democracy in Afghanistan. As the leader of the National Resistance Front, Massoud articulates a vision for a liberated Afghanistan, free from the grasp of the Taliban and other terrorist groups. ...
Jul 25, 2024•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 17 of the Radio Resistance Podcast welcomes the esteemed journalist Lara Logan to examine U.S. policy in Afghanistan and the consequences of recent decisions. Lara sheds light on the Biden administration's approach, from the controversial funding of the Taliban to the refusal to engage with Afghanistan's democratic opposition. We also delve into the potential impacts of future U.S. elections on these policies and explore the role of the National Resistance Front in the ongoing ...
Apr 18, 2024•2 hr 36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 16 of the Radio Resistance podcast, Sarah Adams, former CIA targeter and author of 'Benghazi: Know Thy Enemy,' shares her experience going after high profile terrorists from Al-Qaeda, the Taliban, and several other terrorist groups who are now playing an active role in Taliban-run Afghanistan. With her expertise into the tactics and motivations driving these organizations, Sarah sheds light on the current situation of global terrorism and the role of the Taliban. Discussing ...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 15 of Radio Resistance welcomes Ambassador Ashraf Haidari for an insightful discussion on the national interests, leadership, and multifaceted challenges faced by Afghanistan. This episode delves into the impact of global politics and patriotism on the country, emphasizing the resilience of its values amidst the Taliban's regime and other ongoing challenges. The conversation takes a critical look at the refugee crisis, with specific attention to Pakistan's role and its impact o...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 14 of the Radio Resistance podcast, we discuss the recent catastrophic earthquakes that shook Herat, one of Afghanistan's most historically and culturally rich cities. The tremors not only disturbed the ground but reverberated through all the hearts of Afghanistan's people, shedding light on the overarching challenges they face amidst a tumultuous socio-political climate. We've aimed to raise awareness about the devastating aftermath and emphasize the inefficacies of th...
Oct 22, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 13 of Radio Resistance sheds light onto an unfolding crisis that's not getting the attention it should - the "Waziristanization" of northern Afghanistan, as Pakistani Taliban (TTP) terrorists and their families are being resettled in the north. We dissect the many sides of this escalating situation - forced displacement of indigenous populations, Taliban's fueling of ethnic tensions, regional security risks, geopolitical games, and the pressing need for a united globa...
Jul 17, 2023•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Radio Resistance, renowned scholar Professor M. Nazif Shahrani explores Afghanistan's rich cultural pluralism and the implications of decentralizing power structures. Navigating polarized discourse, the failures of past governance, and the promise of the National Resistance Front, we envision a unified front against Taliban oppression. Tune in for a nuanced understanding of Afghanistan's struggles and potential paths forward. Support the show...
May 31, 2023•2 hr 35 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Radio Resistance Podcast, we're joined by U.S. Army Veteran Ed Grondin who shares his insights on the controversial withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan under President Biden, and the subsequent after-action reports that were referred to as political whitewashing by many. Ed provides a unique perspective on the decision to evacuate Afghanistan in 2021 and the efforts to shift blame to the Trump administration. You don't want to miss this candid discussion o...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Radio Resistance Podcast, we are joined by our special guest Mina Sharif. We discussed the discourse amongst Afghanistan's diaspora on social media, and how we can stand together as a community and heal as nation. Mina Sharif was born in Afghanistan. When she was less than a year old, her family was forced to flee and eventually immigrated to Canada where she was raised. Mina was brought up in Toronto Canada. In early 2005, she travelled back to Afghanistan as a volun...
Apr 05, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 09 of the Radio Resistance Podcast, we are joined by our special guest, Jason Criss Howk. We discussed Pakistan’s role in the creation of the Taliban in the early 90’s, their support during their first rule, as well as their continued support during the 20 year war and how they’re again pushing for their recognition today. Jason retired from the US Army after 23 years of working on critical US national security missions and spent most of his career focused on Afghanistan. He was poste...
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Radio Resistance Podcast, we analyze the recent reactions to Prince Harry's statement regarding the Taliban, discussing the social media discourse on selective activism in relation to anti-imperialism & the Ummah (Muslim World). Support the show
Jan 18, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this season finale of the Radio Resistance Podcast, we are joined by our special guest Ali Madadi, a Finance and Philosophy graduate from the University of Rochester, and a previous cofounder of an education consulting organization in Afghanistan. We discussed the status quo in Afghanistan, the complete erasure of girls and women from education and society, and the destructive narratives being pushed by policy makers and think tanks such as the Crisis Group. Support the show...
Jan 03, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Radio Resistance Podcast, we are joined by our special guest Sara Wahedi, founder of the Ehtesab App. We discussed Afghanistan's youth wave pre-August 2021, nepotism at the presidential office of the former Republic, ethnic discourse, and the resistance movements in Afghanistan. Support the show
Nov 15, 2022•2 hr 43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Richard Mackenzie is a veteran war correspondent, producer, author and analyst. His work ranges from trekking with the Afghan mujahideen in their jihad against the Soviet Union to the Iran-Iraq war and Desert Storm. Since Sept. 11, 2001, he has spent more than four years in Iraq and Afghanistan, covering both wars. Mackenzie was the only documentary filmmaker embedded with U.S. Special Forces in Iraq. His Inside Special Forces premiered on PBS. Two other films were featured on ABC Nightline. And...
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast On August 15th, 2021, Afghanistan was handed over to a terrorist group. In this episode of the Radio Resistance podcast, we discuss what the past year under Taliban rule has been like and more. Support the show
Aug 19, 2022•2 hr 37 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Radio Resistance Podcast, we discuss Ahmad Massoud 's recent interview with BBC Persian in which he discusses in length the latest happenings of the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan. Full Interview (with English subtitles): https://youtu.be/yLtQVyorbcc Twitter: @RadioResistance3 Instagram: @RadioResistance3 https://www.radioresistance.us Support the show...
Jul 20, 2022•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast As one of the earliest Arabs to join the Jihad in Afghanistan, the Algerian Islamist Abdullah Anas counted as brothers-in-arms the future icons of al-Qaeda’s global war, from Abdullah Azzam to Osama bin Laden, and eventually befriended key resistance leaders in Afghanistan such as Ahmad Shah Massoud. Brushing shoulders with everyone from Zarqawi to Haqqani, Anas distanced himself from their movements, disagreeing with their narrow interpretations of political Islam. While he remains committed to...
Jun 01, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast Radio Resistance premieres with Zoubair and Kumayl discussing a summary of events that led up to The Fall of Kabul and the formation of the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan on August 15, 2021. Support the show
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