
Kylie Moore-Gilbert
Australian academic and author who spent over 800 days imprisoned in Iran; provides firsthand insight into the IRGC, Iranian politics, and her experiences of detention.
Top 5 podcasts with Kylie Moore-Gilbert
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Mar 9, 2026 • 23min
Kylie Moore-Gilbert says Trump might be stuck in Iran
Kylie Moore‑Gilbert, an Australian academic and author who spent over 800 days imprisoned in Iran, offers firsthand perspective on the IRGC and Iranian politics. She reflects on Iran’s recent strikes, IRGC operational competence and conspiratorial mindset, recounts personal interrogations and detention life, and discusses succession dynamics and regional implications for allies.

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Jun 27, 2025 • 22min
Kylie Moore-Gilbert on the situation in the Middle East | Insiders On Background
Kylie Moore-Gilbert, a Middle East political scientist and former political prisoner, shares her deep insights on the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict. She vividly recounts the harrowing aftermath of an Israeli missile strike on Evin Prison, exposing the grim realities faced by inmates. Delving into Iran's internal struggles, she discusses the declining support for Supreme Leader Khamenei and critiques the strategic comments of past US leadership. Moore-Gilbert also unpacks Iran’s complex relationships with Gulf nations, offering a nuanced view of regional dynamics.

Mar 9, 2026 • 17min
Iran’s new supreme leader + Former Liberal MP cleared of child sex charges
Kylie Moore-Gilbert, Middle East political expert and former political prisoner in Iran, outlines who Mojtaba Khamenei is and how he rose to power. She breaks down likely US and Israeli reactions. Short, sharp takes explore risks of harsher repression at home, possible escalation into prolonged conflict, and calls to offer asylum to Iran’s women’s soccer team.

Jan 12, 2026 • 24min
Bondi law reforms criticised + Iran’s deadly protests explained
In this discussion, Dr. Kylie Moore-Gilbert, a Middle East expert and former Iranian political prisoner, shares her insights on the escalating protests in Iran. She highlights how initial demonstrations over inflation have transformed into a nationwide challenge against the regime. The episode explores the government's brutal crackdown, including internet shutdowns and mass casualties. Kylie also reflects on the implications of potential foreign intervention and the changing public sentiment toward the Islamic Republic, revealing the complexities of Iran’s current unrest.

Sep 3, 2025 • 17min
Kylie Moore-Gilbert on what Iran’s Revolutionary Guard thinks of Australia
Kylie Moore-Gilbert, a scholar of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, shares her harrowing tale of spending 804 days imprisoned by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on espionage charges. She delves into the IRGC's mindset and motives for perceiving Australia as a threat. Discussing its transformation into a dominant force in Iran, Kylie explores the implications of Australia designating the IRGC as a terrorist organization. Her insights shed light on the dangers faced by Iranian dissidents and the broader geopolitical tensions at play.


