Kaveh Hoda

Dr. Kaveh Hoda, a physician and podcaster who offers historical commentary, guides a deep dive into Iran’s early 20th-century turmoil. The conversation traces British and Russian imperial maneuvers, the rise of the Persian Cossack Brigade, oil’s strategic lure, wartime occupation, and the Great Persian Famine. Personal exile memories and why this origin story still matters are also touched on.

Vicky Osterweil, a cultural politics expert, discusses how media manipulation influences public perception, particularly surrounding Trump and corporate responses from Disney. Attorney Maura Meltzer-Cohen analyzes legal implications of recent Antifa memos and their impacts on free speech. Tangent Wiggy shares insights on frontline union organizing in the Inland Empire. Meanwhile, Dr. Kaveh Hoda and psychiatrist Tyler Black dive into the ambiguous links between acetaminophen use in pregnancy and autism, stressing the importance of informed medical choices.

Dr. Kaveh Hoda, a physician and longtime podcaster, shares personal perspectives from the Iranian diaspora. The conversation covers Iranian culture and tarof, recent attacks and their health and environmental impacts, diaspora reactions and info blackouts, and Persian food and Nowruz traditions. Short, personal, and wide-ranging.

Dr. Kaveh Hoda, a physician specializing in COVID-19 and vaccine policies, joins the discussion to tackle recent FDA vaccine access changes for those under 65. The conversation critiques U.S. vaccination strategies in comparison with Europe, emphasizing the need for effective public health policies. Hoda shares insights on the ethical implications of medical research and the shifting landscape of vaccine trust amidst political influences. Listeners are also engaged in debates surrounding pronatalist policies and their impact on society.

Dr. Kaveh Hoda, a doctor and returning guest, discusses the FDA's proposed changes to COVID vaccine guidelines, raising concerns about political interference and public trust. The conversation touches on the ethical dilemmas in vaccine research and the challenges of misinformation. They also reflect on historical events like the Tiananmen Square protests, emphasizing the relationship between workers and students in their struggle for democracy. The episode mixes serious analysis with humor, engaging listeners on complex societal issues.