Kurdistan in America
The Kurdistan in America podcast is the official voice of the Kurdistan Regional Government Representation in the United States, headquartered in Washington, DC. Hosted by Delovan Barwari, the show explores the enduring ties between Kurdistan and the United States.
Now in its fifth season, this English-language podcast focuses on U.S. foreign policy and the Kurdistan Region, covering key topics such as security, politics, humanitarian affairs, economic development, culture, and the arts.
We’re proud to share that Kurdistan in America was ranked the #1 Kurdish podcast of 2025 by Feedspot and was previously listed among the 20 Best Government Relations Podcasts of 2021 by Welp Magazine.
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Kurdistan in America
S5-Episode 9 - Interview with Dr. Mohammedali Yaseen Taha, former Kurdistan MP & adviser to the KRG PM
In this episode of the Kurdistan in America podcast, brought to you by the Kurdistan Regional Government Representation in the United States, host Delovan Barwari takes a closer look at the recent parliamentary elections in Kurdistan, held on October 20th.
Delovan is joined by Dr. Mohammedali Yaseen Taha, a former Kurdistan Parliament member, academic, and current adviser to the KRG Prime Minister. With his background in political science, Dr. Taha shares valuable insights into how the election unfolded, the challenges faced on election day, and the steps ahead for forming a new government.
They also discuss recent federal court rulings that could impact the electoral process and consider how the upcoming census might shape the political landscape in Kurdistan. The episode wraps up with thoughtful recommendations for strengthening candidate quality in future elections.
Tune in for an in-depth conversation on this pivotal moment for Kurdistan’s political future.