The War with Mazandaran Begins — Key Kavous’s Pride and the Demon’s Song | Poetry of Time
After King Key Qobad’s death, his son Key Kavous ascends the throne — proud and restless. A demon disguised as a musician sings of Mazandaran’s beauty, luring the young king to invade the land of demons. Ignoring Zal’s warnings, Kavous marches into ruin, and only Rostam can now restore Iran’s fate.Send us a textSupport the show
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Rostam’s First Battle and the Peace of Kay Qobad — The Birth of a Legend | Shahnameh
In this episode of Poetry of Time, we witness Rostam’s fiery debut in battle against Afrasiab and the dawn of the Kayanian age under King Kay Qobad.From the clash of black and golden banners to the first uneasy peace between Iran and Turan, Ferdowsi’s verses blaze with youth, wisdom, and destiny.A new era begins — and the next will test its light.Send us a textSupport the show
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The Drought of War and the Rise of Rostam — The Peace of Zav
The endless war between Iran and Turan brings drought and despair until both sides realize that nature itself has turned against them.King Zav restores peace and life returns to the earth.But when Zav dies, Pashang urges Afrasiab to attack again, and a young hero named Rostam finds his destined horse, Rakhsh.The age of heroes begins to stir beneath calm skies.Send us a textSupport the show
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Battles of Nowzar, Afrasiab, and the Rise of Zav — Shahnameh’s Turning Point | Poetry of Time
In this sweeping saga of the Shahnameh, we witness the fall of King Nowzar, Afrasiab’s bloody rise, Zal’s fierce defense of Zabol, and the crowning of Zav. Betrayal, vengeance, and the turning of dynasties collide in one of Ferdowsi’s most dramatic chapters. Join us as Poetry of Time brings this cycle of war and rebirth to life.Send us a textSupport the show
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The Death of Sam and the Battle in the Mist: Afrasiab’s First War in Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh
In this episode of Poetry of Time, the death of the great hero Sam shakes Iran as Afrasiab marches with a vast army. Qobad, the elder warrior, duels Barman in a tragic battle, and Garen vows to fight on. Sorcery shrouds Afrasiab in mist, leaving the war between Iran and Turan unresolved.Send us a textSupport the show
Step into the world of Persia’s greatest legends with Poetry of Time, a narrative podcast that breathes life into Ferdowsi’s timeless masterpiece, the Shahnameh (The Book of Kings). Each episode unravels the myths, heroes, and cosmic battles that have shaped Persian culture for over a thousand years—blending rich storytelling with the lyrical beauty of classical verse.From the rise of mighty kings to the fall of tragic warriors, we journey through love, destiny, and divine intrigue, one spellbinding story at a time. Whether you’re new to the Shahnameh or a lifelong admirer, Poetry of Time invites you to rediscover Persia’s epic soul—where history and myth collide.Subscribe now and wander through the echoes of time
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