The Lion and The Sun: A Modern History of Iran
2025 Signal Award Winner: Best History Podcast Iran’s history has been a never-ending struggle for liberty and independence. In this podcast, we tell the story of how Iran ended up where it is now and how religion, monarchy, democracy, and nati
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Book Three – Ep.2: ADP
As World War II ends, Iran becomes the first battleground of the Cold War. After Stalin reaches for northern oil, a calculated gamble in Tehran determines...
Book Three – Ep.1: Tehran Conference
After Reza Shah’s abdication, the young Mohammad Reza Pahlavi takes the throne. As Iran struggles with the aftermath of the Anglo-Soviet invasion,...
Book Two Recap
In 1944, Reza Shah died alone.
Banished from his homeland and despised by his people.
But even his most bitter critics couldn’t deny...
Book Three Trailer
Kermit Roosevelt was on a mission that night.
To overthrow Iran’s prime minister and take back control of its oil.
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Book Two – Special Episode: Exiled King
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