Shahnameh Quest

Podcast by Rug Entertainment

English

History & religion

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About Shahnameh Quest

Hosted by Arsalan Akhavan, Shahnameh Quest is a journey through the Persian Book of Kings, one story at a time. Featuring accessible retellings in English, with occasional commentary and bonus episodes.

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57 episodes

The Election of King Zaav

Arsalan retells how Zal and Qaran seek out and elect Zaav, an Iranian elder, as the nation's new king to succeed the fallen King Nowzar, even as Afrasiyab of Turan still occupies the throne.

Yesterday - 4 min

Afrasiyab Takes the Iranian Throne

Arsalan retells the crisis of leadership facing Iranians after Afrasiyab murders King Nowzar and seizes the Iranian throne.

17 May 2026 - 3 min

Aghriras the Merciful

Arsalan retells the tale of Aghriras, the brother of Afrasiyab who defies his own nation to save 1200 Iranian nobles from execution and pays the ultimate price for his mercy.

10 May 2026 - 13 min

Celebrating 1 Year of Shahnameh Quest

Arsalan marks the first anniversary of Shahnameh Quest with a personal message, thanking listeners for being part of the journey.

3 May 2026 - 1 min

Commentary: Ferdowsi's Warning on Greed and Power

Arsalan discusses Ferdowsi's thoughts on greed, power, and ambition in the wake of King Nowzar's execution by Afrasiyab and the end of Fereydoun's line .

26 Apr 2026 - 3 min

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