Lazo's Podcast

Lazo

Welcome to Lazo's Podcast I am your host Lazo! Non filtered intellectual discussions. This podcast covers a wide range of topics, ranging from consciousness to capitalism, so if you like conversations where no topics are left off the table, I got you covered. I will be uploading regularly and of course you can find us on many other platforms such as: Youtube and instagram, Spotify, Apple podcasts, google podcast, Amazon and many more. All the information is on the link tree provided below. Thank you so much for dropping by, be sure to leave me any comments you have. Take care everybody thank you! https://linktr.ee/lazospodcast Instagram - @lazo.podcast Twitter - @lazospodcast

  1. Politics That Matters

    MAY 2

    Politics That Matters

    Welcome back to the podcast my people. Episode 48 is here, and this one is a powerful conversation around politics, resilience, and using your voice. Today we are joined by Afzal Khan. Afzal has had a remarkable career in public service. He worked as a solicitor, became the first British Asian Lord Mayor of Manchester, served as a Member of the European Parliament from 2014 to 2017, and was elected to the UK Parliament in 2017, where he has served ever since. In this episode we go deeper into his personal journey, from moving to the UK from Kashmir, Pakistan at a young age to building a life through hard work and determination. We talk about his early experiences working a range of jobs, including in a mill, as a bus driver, and as a police officer, before going on to study law and qualify as a solicitor. We discuss how that journey led him into politics and how overcoming adversity shaped his mindset and purpose. His story is a powerful example of how resilience and belief can take you far, regardless of your background. We also get into his work in Parliament, community issues, representation, and why it is important for people to stay informed and engaged in today’s world. A big thank you to Afzal for taking the time to come on and share his story and perspective. If you want to connect with my guest: Afzal Khan IG: @afzalkhanmcr Follow the Podcast Instagram: @lazo.podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lazospodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=bf84884b-0ab9-4a31-8167-c7b2e734a286 I hope you all enjoy this episode half as much as we enjoyed recording it for you. Much love my people. See you out on the next one!

    1h 6m
  2. Cultural Icon

    MAR 12

    Cultural Icon

    Welcome back to the podcast my people. Episode 47 is here, and this one’s a powerful conversation around identity, culture, and using your voice. Today we’re joined by Dashni Morad, a Kurdish music artist and women’s rights activist. In this episode we talk about her journey in music, the influence of Kurdish culture in her work, and how art and storytelling can create awareness and spark important conversations. Dashni also talks about how she creates her music, her creative process, and what her method is like when writing and producing songs. We also get into Kurdistan, Rojava, Rojhelat, Kurdish identity, and the importance of keeping culture, language and history alive. We discuss women’s rights, cultural expectations, and why speaking openly about these topics matters now more than ever. A big thank you as well to Dashni for allowing us to use her music video for the intro and outro of this episode. The song is called “I Will Never Give Up.” You can watch the music video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mGEcJ5ybfM&list=RD_mGEcJ5ybfM&start_radio=1 The music video was directed by MUSE, so a big thank you to them and the entire team involved in creating it. If you want connect with my Guest: Dashni Morad — IG: @dashnimorad Follow the Podcast Instagram: @lazo.podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lazospodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=bf84884b-0ab9-4a31-8167-c7b2e734a286 I hope you all enjoy this episode half as much as we enjoyed recording it for you! Much love my people.

    1h 44m
  3. No Friends But The Mountains

    JAN 27

    No Friends But The Mountains

    How you can help the people of Rojava - Link to The Lotus Flower ROJAVA EMERGENCY APPEAL - https://donorbox.org/rojava-emergency-appeal-904262?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnp53XQNYibDmeho6XAWDsC7yNLy4g9FsVGAWmdp7LY9eBLDIKnRPfnN-qfkA_aem_VtzkzjFb3JxzvoNy15-9kQ Welcome back to the podcast my people. This is episode 46 — No Friends But the Mountains. As a Kurd myself, this episode is very important to me it focuses on Kurdistan, its people, its history, and the political reality that has shaped Kurdish life across generations. We explore how borders were drawn without consent, how promises of protection were repeatedly withdrawn, and why the Kurdish question remains unresolved despite a century of resistance, cooperation, and survival. From post–World War I settlements to modern conflicts in Iraq and Syria, this episode looks at how Kurdish identity has endured despite repression, displacement, and abandonment. It also examines Rojava today, the role of the SDF, and the human cost paid by civilians caught between regional and global power struggles. This is not about taking sides. It is about context, memory, and understanding why culture, language, and dignity still matter when people are denied security and self-determination. Having said that. Har Biji Kurdu Kurdistan! The article on the Armagi written by Dr Nouri as mentioned in the podcast - https://www.theamargi.com/posts/the-return-of-thucydides-at-davos-mark-carney-a-broken-world-order-and-the-kurdish-moment-of-truth As always you can contact me on instagram - @lazo.podcast

    29 min
  4. Age of Danger

    09/04/2025

    Age of Danger

    Welcome back to the podcast my people! Dr Bamo Nouri has now returned for the 3rd time and this time, we will be discussing the age of Danger! The age age of Danger is a period between the end of one order, and the start of a new one. In this modern example we are witnessing the decline of Neo-liberalism and the new age of Artificial Intelligence! We also discuss the current state of affairs in the UK regarding social norms and Immigration, and much more. Most of you will remember Dr Nouri from my previous episode's Americanism and Diaspora & Climate Migration. Below I have attached all details, and links to the podcast, and you can also get in touch with Dr Nouri via his twitter account. Take care, everybody. We hope you enjoy this podcast, half as much, as we enjoyed recording it for you! Take Care, Everybody! As always, you can reach out to me on Instagram — @lazo.podcast or on X — @lazospodcast and all other links to all other platforms can be found on here - https://linktr.ee/lazospodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=3f85ace8-5f01-4d05-aee9-fad906a4a0ea You can also connect with Dr Nouri on Twitter - @Bamonouri https://thewire.in/world/barclays-divest-elbit-elite-power-crisis-rising-people-power https://thewire.in/world/boycotts-replacing-the-ballot-box-speaking-to-power-in-the-age-of-danger https://www.dohainstitute.org/en/PoliticalStudies/Pages/age-of-danger-a-domestically-unstable-america-is-at-the-centre-of-the-crisis-of-liberal-international-order.aspx

    1h 42m

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Welcome to Lazo's Podcast I am your host Lazo! Non filtered intellectual discussions. This podcast covers a wide range of topics, ranging from consciousness to capitalism, so if you like conversations where no topics are left off the table, I got you covered. I will be uploading regularly and of course you can find us on many other platforms such as: Youtube and instagram, Spotify, Apple podcasts, google podcast, Amazon and many more. All the information is on the link tree provided below. Thank you so much for dropping by, be sure to leave me any comments you have. Take care everybody thank you! https://linktr.ee/lazospodcast Instagram - @lazo.podcast Twitter - @lazospodcast