Cultural Frontline
BBC | World Service
A weekly Podcast where arts and news collide, but exploring how leading artists around the world are responding to some of the globe’s biggest news stories.
IRAN | Ban of Women’s voice
Female singers in Iran have been prevented from performing solo since the Islamic revolution in 1979. But Farvaraz Farvardin was determined that her voice would be heard. She speaks to reporter Sahar Zand about her musical journey from singing in the classroom, to online videos, prosecution and seeking asylum in Germany.