Iranian-American journalist offers an inside look at the protests sweeping Iran

By A Martínez

Published December 31, 2025 at 4:45 AM EST

NPR's A Martinez speaks with Iranian-American author and journalist Hooman Majd about the current wave of protests facing Iran and what they mean for its future.

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A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.

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