The Lion and The Sun: A Modern History of Iran

Recent Episodes

Posted January 29, 2026 • 00:29:38

After Reza Shah’s abdication, the young Mohammad Reza Pahlavi takes the throne. As Iran struggles with the aftermath of the Anglo-Soviet invasion,...

Posted January 21, 2026 • 00:08:16

In 1944, Reza Shah died alone.

Banished from his homeland and despised by his people.

But even his most bitter critics couldn’t deny...

Posted January 13, 2026 • 00:03:09

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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Posted October 1, 2025 • 00:31:23

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Posted June 25, 2025 • 00:31:05

In the season two finale, Britain and the Soviet Union invade Iran in hopes of a regime change …