One CA Podcast

256: Iran’s Democratic Future with Zolal Habibi

Welcome to the One CA Podcast, a product of the Civil Affairs Association.

In today’s episode, Building Iran’s Democratic Future with Zolal Habibi, we speak with a member of the National Council of Resistance of Iran. Habibi discusses the organized opposition to the Islamic Republic, the NCRI’s 10‑point plan for transition, and how Iranians are working to enact real change. This conversation explores what a democratic alternative could look like, the challenges of regime collapse, and the path forward for governance and humanitarian response.---

One CA brings together voices from across the military, diplomacy, development, and field operations to share experiences from the “last three feet” of U.S. foreign relations.

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Welcome to the One CA Podcast, a production of the Civil Affairs Association. This show brings together current and former military professionals, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to share their experiences working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.

In this episode, host Daniel Zaya-Joseph sits down with 1st Sergeant Timothy Feldhaus of the 440th Civil Affairs Battalion, 351st KCOM. Fresh from his deployment with the Oceania Engagement Team, Feldhaus shares insights from the Solomon Islands—where Civil Affairs worked alongside the State Department and Department of Defense to strengthen partnerships, support humanitarian projects, and build trust with local communities.

From navigating the challenges posed by unexploded ordnance to advancing ARCA-funded disaster-prevention initiatives, this conversation highlights how Civil Affairs professionals operate at the intersection of diplomacy, development, and defense in some of the most remote corners of the Pacific.

Feedspot recently recognized the One CA Podcast as one of the top 10 shows on foreign policy. To learn more, visit the Civil Affairs Association at www.civilaffairsassoc.org or contact us at [email protected].

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Welcome to the One CA Podcast, a product of the Civil Affairs Association.

As we take a brief pause this December to recharge and reflect, we’re revisiting some of our most impactful episodes—conversations that highlight the “last three feet” of U.S. foreign relations through the voices of military professionals, diplomats, development officers, and field agents.

This month’s rerun features a standout discussion from our archives, selected for its enduring relevance and insight. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favorite, we hope these episodes continue to inspire your work in the human domain and beyond.

To learn more about the show or get involved, visit civilaffairsassoc.org or email us at [email protected].

From all of us at One CA, thank you for listening—and we’ll see you with new episodes in January.

Welcome to the One CA Podcast, a product of the Civil Affairs Association.

As we take a brief pause this December to recharge, we’re revisiting some of our most impactful episodes, conversations that highlight the “last three feet” of U.S. foreign relations through the voices of military professionals, diplomats, development officers, and field agents.

This month’s rerun features a standout discussion from our archives, selected for its enduring relevance and insight. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favorite, we hope these episodes continue to inspire your work in the human domain and beyond.

To learn more about the show or get involved, visit civilaffairsassoc.org or email us at [email protected].

From all of us at One CA, thank you for listening—and we’ll see you with new episodes in January.

Original episode #216, aired March 11, 2025

Welcome to the One CA Podcast, a product of the Civil Affairs Association.

As we take a brief pause this December to recharge, we’re revisiting some of our most impactful episodes; conversations that highlight the “last three feet” of U.S. foreign relations through the voices of military professionals, diplomats, development officers, and field agents.

This month’s rerun features a standout discussion from this years episodes, selected for its enduring relevance and insight. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favorite, we hope these episodes continue to inspire your work in the human domain and beyond.

To learn more about the show or get involved, visit civilaffairsassoc.org or email us at [email protected].

From all of us at One CA, thank you for listening—and we’ll see you with new episodes in January.

Welcome to the One CA Podcast, a product of the Civil Affairs Association.

As we take a brief pause this December, we’re revisiting some of this year's most impactful episodes, conversations that highlight the “last three feet” of U.S. foreign relations through the voices of military professionals, diplomats, development officers, and field agents.

This month’s rerun features a standout discussion from our archives, selected for its enduring relevance and insight. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favorite, we hope these episodes continue to inspire your work in the human domain and beyond.

To learn more about the show or get involved, visit civilaffairsassoc.org or email us at [email protected].

From all of us at One CA, thank you for listening—and we’ll see you with new episodes in January.

Investigative journalist Sam Cooper returns to the One CA Podcast to expose how Iran weaponizes criminality to advance foreign policy goals.

From Hezbollah’s business affairs unit to fentanyl super-labs in Canada, Cooper traces the global footprint of Iranian-linked networks—intertwined with Chinese triads, Mexican cartels, and diaspora businessmen operating across North America.

In this gripping episode, we explore:

• ​How underground banking and hawala systems fund terror proxies like Hezbollah and Hamas
• ​The role of vape shops, car exports, and currency exchanges in laundering money
• ​Why Canada’s outdated laws and Charter protections hinder transnational crime enforcement
• ​DEA wiretaps revealing command-and-control links between Latin America and Canadian cities
• ​The growing civil society push for reform—and the political resistance it faces

Cooper also shares firsthand insights into speaking engagements, commercial sector concerns, and the fragile hope for legal modernization in Canada.

One CA Podcast is a production of the Civil Affairs Association, featuring voices from military, diplomatic, and development communities working at the human level of global engagement.

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Sam Cooper posts on Iran criminality:

https://samcooper.substack.com/p/iranian-criminal-networks-and-canadas

https://samcooper.substack.com/p/from-guangdong-peasant-to-funder

https://samcooper.substack.com

Addition: Whale Hunter article on Iran’s shadow fleet: https://whalehunting.projectbrazen.com/when-irans-invisible-fleet-lit-up-the-map/?ref=whale-hunting-newsletter

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In this episode of One CA Podcast, LTC Brian Hancock sits down with Sergeant First Class Chase Penner—Information Operations planner at USAREUR-AF and former PSYOP Team Sergeant—to explore the art and science of military deception.

From ambiguity techniques to tactical deception, SFC Penner's decision-making is from Moldova. With a background in strategic communication, Penner offers a rare look into the cognitive domain of modern warfare.

Whether you're a Civil Affairs operator, strategic planner, or just curious about the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations, this episode delivers actionable lessons on influence, deception, and the human terrain.

📌 Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Army or Department of Defense.

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Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Joel Rubin joins host Jack Gaines to unpack the gritty realities of legislative diplomacy—from Benghazi testimony to budget battles.

Rubin shares hard-won lessons on navigating Congress, shaping foreign policy, and building political will inside the State Department. This episode explores how political space becomes policy—and why human capital may be the missing link in America’s foreign affairs strategy.

One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.

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In this episode of the One CA Podcast, host Danny Josephspeaks with Major Jared Goff, a Civil Affairs officer whose civilian background in emergency management brings a rare planning perspective to military operations.

From managing displaced people during a crisis tointegrating civilian frameworks into doctrinal planning, Major Goff shares what it means to be a “unicorn in the AO”—a planner who bridges institutional divides and redefines mission success.

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One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested inworking in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.

To contact the show, email us at [email protected],or visit the Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org.

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🎧 Feedspot, the podcastindustry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10 shows onforeign policy. Check it out at: Feedspot ForeignPolicy Rankings

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