Aalia Farzan

BBC Afghan Service journalist who provides historical context on Rabia Balkhi, explains her significance as an early Persian-language female poet and recounts narratives about her life.

Best podcasts with Aalia Farzan

Ranked by the Snipd community

Jan 3, 2026 • 26min

Afghanistan's love poetry princess

Join Shekiba Habib, Aalia Farzan, and Abdullah Shadan as they delve into the world of Afghan poetry, spotlighting the legendary Rabia Balkhi. Shekiba shares how poetry seamlessly integrates into Afghan culture, while Aalia discusses Rabia's role as a pioneer of Persian love poetry and her inspirational life story. Abdullah reflects on his personal connection to Rabia, including his experience acting in a film about her. Together, they explore Rabia's tragic fate and enduring legacy, illustrating how Afghan women continue to draw strength from her words.

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!

Get the app