Islamic History Podcast

The Shah And The Ayatollah Part II

01.07.2019 - By Islamic History PodcastPlay

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The Shah of Iran is unknowingly planting the seeds of rebellion. His secret police stifle political dissent. He’s dismissive of the religious community. He ignorant the effects of his economic policies. 

Meanwhile, Ayatollah Khomeini is in exile but slowly building his base and sharpening his message. Despite his advanced age, he’s confident the people of Iran want more than the Shah’s empty materialism.

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