Voices from the Iranian diaspora in Canada

The podcast explores the complex emotions and perspectives within the Iranian-Canadian diaspora following a recent war involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran. It highlights the diverse opinions on the conflict, ranging from support for foreign intervention to deep concerns about civilian casualties and the potential for civil war. The diaspora is not a monolith, as some express happiness over the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, while others fear the resulting chaos and destruction. Personal stories, like those of a musician in Halifax with family near targeted facilities and a war photographer who escaped Iran after imprisonment, illustrate the emotional toll and the difficult choice between living under the current regime and calling for foreign assistance. The Canadian government's stance on the war is also examined, with some Iranian-Canadians expressing feeling distraught by Canada's support for the intervention.