IRAN FUN
A little fun never hurts. Iranians have long been known for their love of social gatherings, humour and celebration - something deeply rooted in the culture and reflected in everything from poetry and music to everyday life. Even the ancient Greek historian Herodotus remarked on the Persian fondness for feasting, wine and lively company. Yet this lighter, more playful side is often overlooked, overshadowed by headlines and politics. Fun and lighthearted stories on [or facts related to] Iran and Iranians are in short supply these days. Time to fill that gap…
Let’s meet a few of the ‘skateboard girls ‘of Tehran. Source: Youtube, 2021.
A taxi ride through Tehran, Iran - turns rather musical. A video from the Red Line Team, an Iranian events company based in Tehran (check out their Instagram page). Source: YouTube, 2017
Ever wondered about Iran and Ireland’s connection? Maybe not, but Dr. Roy Casagranda - professor of political science in Austin, Texas - explains it anyway and clarifies where the name Iran and Persia come from.
More fun Iran facts from Dr. Roy Casagranda, professor of political science in Austin, Texas,
Ebru TV Kenya discuss the Iranian 2018 world football squad. Watch this space for more on Iran’s 2022 world cup squad (who were one of the first teams to qualify)! Source: Youtube, 2018
This event featured Tom Holland in an illustrated conversation with Ali Ansari, discussing the role of the Persians in world civilisation and looking at their contributions to religion, philosophy, politics, literature and wider culture, including horticulture and fashion. From Paradise and the walled garden to the business suit and the high heel: what has been the impact of ‘Persia’ on the Western imagination?
Hiho offers kids a taste of a few popular Iranian snacks. Source: Youtube, 2018
Star Ma- Iranian female snowboarder takes us snowboarding in Tehran, Iran. Source: Youtube,
Comedian Louis CK talking about his love of Iranian movies/Taste of Cherry
2015 CBS Sunday Morning report on the large pool of vintage American cars still driving around in Iran today . Source: Youtube, 2016
FTD Facts runs through 10 surprising Iranian discoveries. Source: Youtube, 2019
British-Iranian Comedian Shappi Khorsandi introduces her young son to the Iranian festival of Nowruz, or New Year's Day. Source: Youtube, 2014
Ever wondered what an Iranian wedding ceremony is like? Wonder no longer…
Yara Shahidi telling Jimmy Kimmel about the Persian New Year. Source: YouTube, 2020
VOA report: when Comedy Central network’s The Daily Show visited Irran back in 2009. Source: Youtube, 2009
Fancy a walk walk through Tehran? Source: Youtube, 2022
The making of Azizam, with Ed Sheeran and Iranian music producer Ilya Salmanzadeh. ‘Azizam’ means ‘my dear or ‘my love’ in Persian. Thanks Ed!