Best Roya Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 229: Why Are You Telling Me This Story? - Cindy and Bobby Joe Long 45:16

12h ago45:16

45:16

Do you know who you’re married to? Does your loved one have a history of traumatic brain injuries? You… might not want to listen to this episode. Or maybe you should listen to this episode and perhaps find help for yourself. Sorry that this episode is kind of rought. Email us at: [email protected] Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual F…

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This is a Journey 1:04:32

3h ago1:04:32

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🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 Join us on *Try Not 2 Blink* with hosts Dr. Roya Habibi and Dr. Sheila Morrison for an episode packed with insights you can't afford to miss! 🎧✨ This week, we tackle tough questions like: How do you handle a parent who disagrees with your treatment plan? Plus, Sheila shares an exciting Arvo teaser update! 🔥 But that's not all…

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163 - Karen Volker: Preventing Violence 29:34

12h ago29:34

29:34

John Pinna sits down with Karen Volker, the newly appointed Executive Director of the United Religions Initiative (URI). Karen shares URI's inspiring 25-year evolution into a powerful global grassroots interfaith network, detailing how its local "Cooperation Circles" tackle diverse challenges by applying a "health approach" to violence prevention, …

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بعد زيارة ترامب للخليج .. مذا نتوقع للمنطقة؟ 23:58

4d ago23:58

23:58

حلقة جديدة من بودكاست حكي سياسي , في هذه الحلقة نناقش أزمة نتنياهو ومصير التصعيد و بعد زيارة ترمب .. ماذا نتوقع للمنطقة .؟ يمكنكم مشاهدة الحلقة كاملة على قناة Roya podcast على اليوتيوب الان.By Roya Podcast

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Yalda Bari on Afghan Women Entrepreneurs and Human Rights in Crisis 6:36

5d ago6:36

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In this episode of On Human Rights, we speak with Yalda Bari, a human rights advocate and expert in women’s economic empowerment from Afghanistan. Yalda holds a Master’s in International Economics from the Berlin School of Economics and Law and brings over seven years of experience with organisations such as GIZ, ILO, and USAID, where she worked to…

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Kaweh Kerami on Journalism and Human Rights Violations in Afghanistan 9:42

3d ago9:42

9:42

Kaweh Kerami is a political scientist whose work bridges politics, (digital) media and human rights. He earned his PhD in Development Studies from SOAS University of London, where he investigated how power dynamics and competing interests shape political competition and cooperation in post-intervention Afghanistan (2001–2021). Drawing on comparativ…

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Hafizullah Saeedi on Ethnic and Religious Minorities in Afghanistan 21:58

3d ago21:58

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Hafizullah Saeedi is an independent researcher and a human rights defender. He holds a Master of Arts in Global Studies from Leipzig University, Germany. He obtained a double degree in International and Comparative Politics from American University of Central Asia and Bard College-NYC, for his undergraduate studies.Hafizullah has a background in hu…

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Fatema Ahmadi on Human Rights, Peacebuilding, and Advocacy for Afghanistan’s Future 14:38

3d ago14:38

14:38

In this episode, we’re joined by Fatema D. Ahmadi, a proficient human rights advocate with over a decade of experience working on the frontlines of gender-based violence, human trafficking, and peace building in Afghanistan. Fatema's personal journey as a displaced person shaped her lifelong commitment to human rights and justice. Her work has been…

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Atal Ahmadzai on the Nexus Between Climate Shocks and Human Rights in Afghanistan 12:11

3d ago12:11

12:11

Dr. Atal Ahmadzai has been a dedicated advocate for environmental security and human rights. He earned his degree from Kabul University before pursuing further studies at Mahidol University in Thailand. His professional career includes working with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), where he worked on human development initiatives in Af…

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Ep 228: I Don't Want to Understand Her - Lori Vallow - Arizona Trial Pt 3 1:02:56

5d ago1:02:56

1:02:56

The wrap up of possibly the stupidest trial we’ve covered on the podcast. How was so much said and so little understood by Lori? The world may never know and we certainly hope that we never understand her. Email us at: [email protected] Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Bluesky: @str…

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Fill and Fit with Fosso 1:09:56

7d ago1:09:56

1:09:56

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 Welcome to **Try Not 2 Blink** — your go-to podcast for all things scleral lenses! Don’t miss a second of today’s episode! 🎧✨ 🎙️ Join hosts Roya and Sheila as they explore the world of scleral lens filling solutions. They kick off with a real-world case featuring the PuriLens, a non-preserved saline option, and dive into the …

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هل يتم استهداف الدروز ؟ و تقسيم سوريا .. 27:35

11d ago27:35

27:35

حلقة جديدة من بودكاست حكي سياسي , في هذه الحلقة نناقش هل يتم استهداف الدروز ..؟ وتقسيم سوريا .. و تصاعد الأحداث في المنطقة قبل زيارة ترمب … يمكنكم مشاهدة الحلقة كاملة على قناة Roya podcast على اليوتيوب الان.By Roya Podcast

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Ep 227: Her Existence Upsets me - Lori Vallow - Arizona Trial Pt 2 1:38:02

12d ago1:38:02

1:38:02

Well, well well, Lori’s back and she’s still dumb. More of her case and we can share together in the progressive frustration felt from the prosecutors, judge and even witnesses while having to deal with Lori Vallow. Email us at: [email protected] Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Blu…

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Ortho K 201 57:45

14d ago57:45

57:45

🚨 Don’t Miss Out! Join us on Try Not 2 Blink! 🚨 In this episode, Sheila and Roya are back with expert insights you won’t want to miss: ✨ Dr. Morrison’s fascinating journal review: Do dry eye patients have a personality type? Could personality screening improve your diagnosis? 🩺 The latest on orbital and preseptal cellulitis: Why are cases rising in…

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لماذا تنشأ الجماعات المتعصبة؟ 43:08

18d ago43:08

43:08

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161 - Maurice Bloem 40:33

15d ago40:33

40:33

This podcast interview between John Pinna and Maurice Bloem of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI) on Faith and Local Communities explores the JLI's unique approach to leveraging data and evidence for just and sustainable development. Bloem emphasizes the importance of going beyond traditional top-down models and incorporating local wisdom and dive…

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162: John Kiriakou 41:02

16d ago41:02

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This conversation between John Pinna and former CIA officer John Kiriakou delves into the significance of the private meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky at the Vatican. Kiriakou, drawing on his intelligence and foreign policy background, analyzes the meeting in the context of past interactions between the two leaders, particularly …

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160: Ani Zonneveld - Muslims for Progressive Values 44:41

21d ago44:41

44:41

In this episode, John Pinna has a conversation with Ani Zonneveld, founder and president of Muslims for Progressive Values (MPV). Zonneveld discusses the organization's founding in response to the narrow representation of American Muslims post-9/11 and the dominance of conservative Muslim organizations. She highlights MPV's commitment to "10 princi…

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الكشف عن خلية تخريبية 25:27

25d ago25:27

25:27

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Ep 226: Historically, Men Don't Love Their Kids - Lori Vallow - Arizona Trial 1:43:58

30d ago1:43:58

1:43:58

We’re baaaaaaack baby! New state, new trial, same Lori Vallow and this time? She’s representing herself at this trial. What could possibly go wrong? Spoiler alert: a lot. But it’s honestly… kind of funny. Like not funny that someone died but damn. She is not a smart woman. Email us at: [email protected] Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunu…

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DED Research Roundup 1:07:53

1M ago1:07:53

1:07:53

Welcome to "Try Not 2 Blink," where cutting-edge research meets practical clinical insights! In today's episode, Roya and Sheila delve into a compelling headline: "Scleral lenses are effective and ‘safe overall’ for pediatric patients." They will dissect a groundbreaking retrospective study, exploring key findings such as the alarming fact that ocu…

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159: 159: Jeff Mitchell - Was Jesus Real? 1:16:47

1M ago1:16:47

1:16:47

This episode features a conversation between John Pinna and Jeff Mitchell, an atheist and author of the book "Jesus Demigod", which argues that Jesus did not exist. Mitchell shares his faith journey, having grown up as a Christian in the Bible Belt and later becoming an atheist after critically examining the Bible and Christian theology. The conver…

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التصعيد الأمركي الإيراني ... ماذا نقرأ للقادم ..... 25:42

1M ago25:42

25:42

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Ep 225: This is a Barbie Podcast - Eric and Hilma Witte 42:27

1M ago42:27

42:27

Eric’s life took a sudden left turn when his mother leaned down to his ear and asked if he thought it would be better if his dad was dead. We’re not saying Paul Witte was a saint, but we are saying that isn’t a fair question to ask an 8 year old. Email us at: [email protected] Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG a…

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OrthoK 101 1:00:34

1M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Tune in to today’s episode of Try Not 2 Blink, where host Dr. Sheila Morrison shares a fascinating case from her clinic involving a patient with a penetrating keratoplasty and complications from lens mishandling. Discover how Dr. Morrison and her team utilized scleral, corneoscleral, and corneal GP impression-driven lenses to achieved outstanding r…

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158: Francesca Albanese - Palestinian Human Rights 28:29

1M ago28:29

28:29

This episode features a conversation with Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur for human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories, who details the legal and political realities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She argues that Israel’s 57-year occupation is unlawful and functions as a vehicle for annexation and repression, charact…

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157: 157: The Problem with Human Presidents 1:02:45

2M ago1:02:45

1:02:45

In their podcast conversation, John Pinna and Elliot Toman discuss the evolution of religious freedom within the context of the Trump administrations. They examine how Trump 1.0 championed international religious freedom, while Trump 2.0 has shifted towards a focus on "religious liberty," specifically targeting anti-Christian bias, which prompts co…

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Ep 224: Medieval Tennessee - Packhorse Librarians 55:35

2M ago55:35

55:35

Just when we thought it was going to be a sweet episode about librarians, the wee-woos dropped nazis and Japanese internment camps. Don’t worry though, they’re not the focus of the episode. It’s a good wholesome time about women teaching people how to read Email us at: [email protected] Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the p…

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Life Without Giving is Not Living 52:24

2M ago52:24

52:24

Get ready for today’s show—it's one you won’t want to miss! Roya and Sheila are diving deep into important insights from a recent study, plus we’ll tackle the pressing question many patients have: Are E-cigs harmful to their eyes? Join us as we welcome Dr. Gerry Leinweber, a luminary in the field of optometry with nearly 50 years of experience. He’…

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156: Hasia Diner - Food and Culture of Jewish Immigrants 34:40

2M ago34:40

34:40

This podcast episode explores the multifaceted relationship between food, identity, and community, particularly within immigrant and Jewish communities in America. It features a discussion with a professor emerita specializing in American Jewish and immigration history, who shares personal anecdotes and insights related to how food serves as both a…

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129: Why OT Cybersecurity Isn't a One-Tool Problem: Insights to be discussed at Level Zero 14:48

2M ago14:48

14:48

In this insightful episode of the (CS)²AI Podcast, host Derek Harp welcomes Jay Gignac, Vice President of Sales at FoxGuard Solutions, (CS)²AI Fellow and a passionate OT cybersecurity evangelist. The conversation centers around some of the most pressing challenges in the control systems industry—asset visibility, patch management, and community col…

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Ep 223: We Love A Good Abusive Isolation! - Patreon Poll: Jeff Lundgren 37:35

2M ago37:35

37:35

It wasn’t even close and now you all have to admit it too, we’re all sick individuals who enjoy cults. This one’s not as bad as it could have been, but it’s certainly not a happy fun times cult either. Jeffery Lundgren was not a good man, he was not a safe man and he never should have had access to so many people. Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast…

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Journal Club: Scleral Lenses & IOP... The Facts 1:03:48

2M ago1:03:48

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🎙️ Welcome to *Try Not 2 Blink*! Join hosts Dr. Roya Habibi and Dr. Sheila Morrison for another enlightening episode you won't want to miss! Today, they dive into a thought-provoking research article discussing the potential risks that progressive lenses may pose for our older patients. Plus, they’ll share their top current lens design recommendati…

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155: 155: Momin Sheikh 58:26

2M ago58:26

58:26

This episode features a conversation with Momin Sheikh, exploring the intersection of faith, culture, and identity within the Muslim community, particularly focusing on the experiences of first-generation American Muslims. The hosts discuss the nuances of being "Pakistani Muslim" versus strictly religious, addressing how cultural practices often bl…

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Roya Mahboob on amplifying the voices of Afghan women and girls 23:33

2M ago23:33

23:33

This podcast episode features a conversation sparked by a newly premiered 2025 film Rule Breakers, which follows Afghanistan’s first all-girls robotics team and their journey to challenge societal norms and push boundaries. Rule Breakers is a story of determination, defying limitations, and carving out space in science and technology despite the od…

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Breaking the Rules with Nikohl Boosheri, Roya Mahboob, & Amber Afzali 20:35

2M ago20:35

20:35

Rule Breakers tells the remarkable true story of how entrepreneur Roya Mahboob fought for girls’ education in Afghanistan and formed the country’s first competitive robotics team, the Afghan Dreamers. On this very special Season 3 premiere of CherryPop, Meg welcomes to the podcast, the film’s inspiration and executive producer, Roya Mahboob, and st…

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Dry Eye Playbook: Stacking Treatments for Success 1:04:33

2M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

🎙️ **Tune in to Try Not 2 Blink!** 🎙️ Don’t miss out on today’s enlightening episode! Hosts Roya and Sheila kick things off with an in-depth discussion about a pivotal case and offer a refresher on Plaquenil Toxicity. Launching a cold-start practice is no easy feat, especially with a focus on advanced dry eye treatments, but today we have a special…

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154: 154: Roya Mahboob - Rule Breakers 23:38

2M ago23:38

23:38

In this conversation between John Pinna and Roya Mahboob, they discuss the stark contrast between Afghanistan's "golden age" of women's advancement from 2001-2021 and the current Taliban regime's gender apartheid policies. Mahboob details how her organization, Digital Citizen Fund, has shifted from establishing technology centers and teaching digit…

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153: 153: Flipping the Script(ures) 58:43

2M ago58:43

58:43

In this candid conversation between John Pinna and Elliot Toman, the hosts explore compelling aspects of religious narratives, focusing on Christianity and Islam's different interpretations of Jesus. John, a Muslim, argues that the Islamic view of Jesus presents him as a prophet who didn't die on the cross but ascended to heaven, removing the "cult…

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Ep 222: We Like the Krampus Here - Marianne Bachmeier 1:11:12

2M ago1:11:12

1:11:12

This one’ll throw you on some loops! You think Casey’s going to zig and she zags as she talks about the tumultuous and painful life of Marianne Bachmeier and how she turned into quite the polarizing figure in German in the 1980s. Email us at: [email protected] Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusu…

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When in Doubt, Work Hard 1:09:01

2M ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink! Get ready for an engaging episode that you won’t want to miss! Today, hosts Roya and Sheila will be sharing five essentials every office needs to embrace full-scope optometry. But that’s just the beginning! Joining them is a true icon in the field—Dr. Barbara Caffery. As a former president of the American Academy of Opto…

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152: 152: Michael Barton - American Revert 57:10

2M ago57:10

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In this podcast interview, John Pinna speaks with Michael Barton, a Muslim revert from Wichita, Kansas who converted to Islam in 2006. Barton discusses his journey from Methodism to Islam, describing how he felt disconnected from his Christian upbringing despite a strong belief in God. He shares how his college anthropology studies and encounters w…

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Ep 221: I Don't Think They Let You Watch Shawshank Redemption in Prison - Follow Up on Shannon Roberts 44:54

3M ago44:54

44:54

So… We didn’t realize this was going to be a two parter, but when Roya got to the end of the episode only to find that John Michael Baker escaped. How do you think she felt? Betrayed. Bewildered. (remember, we’re a movie podcast too and 10 points to you if you get the reference). Email us at: [email protected] Patreon: Patreon.com/str…

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The Future of In the Room 1:24

3M ago1:24

1:24

Having published over 80 episodes covering everything from the Pentagon's bizarre history of stifling — and stoking — UFO panic to the massive surveillance system on our smartphones to how Afghanistan was lost to the Taliban — twice, In the Room is taking a hiatus, and a chance to think about what other topics and formats we might pursue. Stay tune…

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Leadership is Learned 59:06

3M ago59:06

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Are you ready to dive into the world of leadership, medicine, and personal growth? Then tune in to the latest episode of "Try Not 2 Blink"! This week, Roya and Sheila start the show by discussing: what qualities make a truly *great* leader? Then, get ready to be inspired by Dr. Kristen Barton, an accomplished Orthopedic Surgeon and research powerho…

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Ep 220: Let's Pretend What Lori Said Really Happened... - Lori vallow Updates 1:08:42

3M ago1:08:42

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Who doesn’t love some updates to cases we’ve talked to for months worth of episodes at this point? Well, now we’re into some new wild happenings with Lori Vallow and this time guys… she’s representing herself. It’s going to be an absolutely wild ride. This episode is primarily Casey getting us all up to speed on where Lori’s new trial stands, what …

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Scleral Lenses are so Cool 57:26

3M ago57:26

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🎉 Get Ready for the Latest Episode of "Try Not 2 Blink"! 🎙️ Join hosts Dr. Roya Habibi and Dr. Sheila Morrison as they kick off an exciting new episode that's packed with insights and inspiration! ✨ **In Today’s Episode:** Dive into a fresh literature review just published in *Ophthalmic Epidemiology*, which highlights the concerning link between a…

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كيف يهدأ الإقليم..؟ 25:38

3M ago25:38

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لقاء الملك مع ترامب 25:04

3M ago25:04

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128: From the Pentagon to Public Safety: Lucian Niemeyer’s Mission to Secure OT 28:24

3M ago28:24

28:24

Lucian Niemeyer, Chief Executive Officer of Building Cyber Security and former Assistant Secretary of Defense, joins Derek Harp to discuss the growing cyber risks to operational technology (OT) systems and the urgent need for proactive frameworks to protect public safety. Recorded live at Hack the Capitol 7.0, this episode delves into the vulnerabi…

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