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Implications of Tougher Sanctions

Discussion with renowned Iranian economist and business consultant, Bijan Khajehpour on the economic and political implications of tougher sanctions on Iran. Bijan discusses the winners and losers of tough sanctions and suggests key policy initiatives the U.S. and Iran can take to diffuse the current crises.

Iran Trade Sanctions and You

Interview with Erich Ferrari, expert on trade sanctions law about how U.S. imposed sanctions on Iran affect Iranian Americans and discussing the new proposal to sanction the Central Bank of Iran. Visit www.ferrari-legal.com for more information.

Sanctions and Iran's Growing Economic Woes

Discussing Iran's current economic situation, the effects of U.S. sanctions on Iran, and the prevailing attitude amongst Iranians towards sanctions with sociologist, Kevan Harris. Kevan is a doctoral candidate in sociology at Johns Hopkins University and regularly conducts research in Iran. Visit www.kevanharris.com to read more.

Promoting Global Solidarity & Peace through Art

Discussing the role the arts play in Iran and within Iran's youth to promote a non-violent democratic government with Iara Lee, Director of CulturesofResistance.org. Iara talks about her time in Iran and gives a glance at how creative art is being used as an initiative for change within Iran.

Use and Misuse of the Word "Terrorism"

Discussing the use and misuse of the word "terrorism" with commentator, activist, attorney and author of her award-winning book War on Error: Real Stories of American Muslims, Melody Moezzi. Melody addresses the media's role in politicizing the term and what the likely implications are for the Iranian-American community and U.S. policy.