In this new edition of Roqe – recorded live at the Roqe Hub – we explore the science, psychology, and shifting cultural standards of beauty with Dr. Amir Rouzati, a leading figure in the world of aesthetic medicine. In a wide-ranging talk followed by a candid and thought-provoking - and, at times challenging - on-stage interview with Jian, Dr. Rouzati unpacks how the human brain perceives beauty, why symmetry and proportion still hold evolutionary power, and how social media and global forces are reshaping our aesthetic ideals. From biology to Botox, from ancient instincts to modern influencers, this is a fascinating look at what beauty means today – and why it matters more than we might admit.

Plus, Jian kicks the show off with a stirring essay aimed at non-Iranians about why the Persian Gulf should never be renamed.