In this gripping episode of Atlas Network with Michael Carnuccio, we sit down with Mohamad Machine-Chian — Senior Research Scholar at the Center for Governance and Markets and leading voice for liberty in Iran. Mohamad shares the untold story of life under authoritarian rule, the challenges and hopes of Iran’s liberty movement, and how the next generation is shaping the future.
Discover what it means to fight for freedom when the stakes are high, why civil society and education matter more than ever, and how global support can truly make a difference.
You’ll hear about:
Life under Iran’s regime and the cost of dissent
The roots of hope in Iran’s young generation
How Atlas Network empowers freedom movements worldwide
Why supporting civil society is crucial now
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Show Notes / Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction: Freedom in the Middle East
01:15 – Meet Mohammad Machine-Chian: From Tehran to the University of Pittsburgh
03:10 – Why Iran Needs Knowledge to Rebuild
05:00 – Internet Blackouts, Communication, and Life in Crisis
07:15 – The Spirit of Resistance in Iran
10:00 – Growing Up Under the Regime: A Personal Story
13:00 – Seeds of Hope: Iran’s Entrepreneurial Spirit
15:00 – Family, Values, and Breaking Free from Indoctrination
16:45 – Concerns About War, Nuclear Threats, and the World’s Response
19:10 – What Iran Needs Next: Elections, Peace, and Global Support
21:00 – Iran & Israel: History, Relations, and Realities
24:00 – The Role of Atlas Network and International Collaboration
27:00 – Why Support for Iranian Civil Society Matters
29:30 – The Liberty Movement: Opportunities and Challenges
31:10 – Hope in the Next Generation
32:00 – What Drives a Leader: Moham’s Vision for Iran
34:00 – Advice for Global Freedom Fighters
36:00 – A Vision for a Free, Prosperous Iran
37:30 – Iranian Culture: Food, Hobbies, and Daily Life
40:00 – Book Recommendations and Reflections
41:00 – Final Message: Keeping the Hope Alive
42:00 – How Atlas Network Can Help Build the Future
43:00 – Closing & Call to Action: Support Freedom Worldwide
