- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 28, May 29, 2011
A rebroadcast of last week's show.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 27, May 22, 2011
With the celebration of the First Republic of Azerbaijan this week, the radio hour takes a look back at the country’s short reign between 1918-1920 and its many accomplishments. This year marks the 20th anniversary since the second successful Azerbaijani bid for independence. Shafag Mehraliyeva interviews Dr. Rovshan Ibrahimov, founder and associate professor of the International Relations Department at Qafqaz University in Baku. The Radio Hour also commends artists Ell and Nikki and their song “Running Scared” for winning a Eurovision pop song award, an amazing feat for Azerbaijan just four years after first entering the contest. Thanks to this award, Eurovision will be held in Baku next year.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 26, May 15, 2011
Exploring literature, today's radio hour looks at Ali and Nino by Kurban Said, an Azerbaijani classic. By telling the love story of Ali Khan Shirvanshir and Nino Kipiani, the book takes you on a fascinating and remarkably insightful journey to Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, Tbilisi the capital of Georgia, the Karabakh in Azerbaijan, Persian city of Tehran and the mountains of Dagestan and gives its reader a thrill of war and revolution; honor and disgrace; mountains and deserts; Islam and Christianity; Europe and the Orient.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 25, May 8, 2011
Due to the second Sunday of May being designated as Mother's Day, Shafag Mehraliyeva briefly celebrates the importance of mothers. Next she moves on to a more somber topic concerning the occupation of Shusha by Armenian forces nineteen years ago today. To shed light on the situation, a previous Shusha resident who was displaced, Panah Ibrahimov, is interviewed. The show is concluded by an interview with Adil Bagirov, who discusses the current state of resolution between Armenia and Azerbaijan concerning the Shusha and Karabakh territory.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 24, May 1, 2011
The Great Silk Road was recently designated a World Heritage Site due to its considerable impact on the formation of political, economic and cultural order of the countries located along its routes. In honor of the major historical trade route, this week's radio hour takes a look at the Silk Road Ensemble, which features musicians from Azerbaijan, Mongolia, China, Korea, Iran, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. The ensemble is an excellent example of the musical and cultural exchanges that resulted from trade along the Silk Road.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 23, Apr. 24, 2011
This Radio Hour delves into the longevity of Azerbaijani people. In the southern city of Lerik, twenty people are listed as being over 100, which has been largely contributed to clean air, natural foods, and stress-free lifestyles. To share some of the secrets to longevity, Dr. Shapoor Ansari is intereviewed.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 22, Apr. 17, 2011
Honoring Azerbaijan's national beverage, this radio hour is dedicated to tea and the cultural traditions surrounding it. As part of the discussion, KF Executive Director Diana Altman interviews Emily Murphy, founder of "Emily's Teas" and a lecturer at tea seminars.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 21, Apr. 10, 2011
Exploring the rich and historical world of Azerbaijani carpets, KF Executive Director Diana Altman interviews David Zahirpour, who is a certified rug appraiser and lecturer on oriental rugs in the Washington, D.C. area. Zahirpour discusses production, distinctive Geometric patterns, wool material, and sale of Azerbaijani rugs.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 20, Apr. 3, 2011
Covering the success of the Karabakh Foundation's recent Rhythms of Azerbaijan and TURKSOY concerts, Shafag Mehraliyeva speaks with KF board chair, Adil Baguirov. The interview included organizing the concerts, favorite performances, and bringing together Turkic nations for a beloved holiday.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 19, Mar. 27, 2011
Interview with Prof. Hamlet Isakhanli, Ph.D. Co-Founder of the Karabakh Foundation and Member, Board of Directors.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 18, Mar. 20, 2011
In honor of Novruz, today's Radio Hour features up tempo instrumental folk pieces by Mamedov Family Ensemble. The music is a joint production by Indiana University and Azerbaijani American Cultural and Educational Foundation.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 17, Mar. 13, 2011
With Novruz just around the corner, this radio hour invites listeners to attend the Karabakh Foundation's large Novruz concerts. Clips are played from an interview with Cheryl Seltzer, who is the director of the Continium Ensemble that performed at the Freer Gallery of Art earlier this month. In addition to the fabulous Karabakh Foundation events, the traditions associated with the Novruz holiday are also discussed.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 16, Mar. 6, 2011
Host Shafag Mehraliyeva dedicates this radio hour to Azerbaijani women in observance of International Women's Day on March 8th. Important Azeri women, such as journalist Khadija Alibeyova, first lady of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva, and poetess Khurshid Banu Natavan are all mentioned. Karabakh Foundation's Natavan Visiting Fellowship is also discussed.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 15, Feb. 27, 2011
This afternoon's radio hour looks at the tragedy of Khojaly that happened 19 years ago and was declared by Human Rights Watch as the “largest massacre in Nagorno-Karabakh conflict” between Armenia and Azerbaijan. A clip from the Consulate General of Azerbaijan in Los-Angeles, Elin Suleymanov, is played, which explains why he thinks the world needs to know about Khojaly and what Khojaly meant for the history of conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 14, Feb. 20, 2011
As people begin thinking about spring and summer travel plans, Karabakh Foundation Executive Director, Diana Altman, shares with visitors reasons why Baku, Azerbaijan should be included on the list of possibilities for travel. Historical landmarks such as the Maiden Tower, Old City, Palace of Shirvanshahs, Ateshagh temple, Qobustan Petroglyph Reserve, and numerous museums are all discussed.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 13, Feb. 13, 2011
In light of Valentine's Day, Azerbaijani wedding traditions are discussed. Host Shafag Mehraliyeva talks about the proposal stages, matchmakers, ceremonies, and traditions associated with marriage. The second half of the show features an interview with Dr. Adil Baguirov, a co-founder and a chair of the board of directors of Karabakh Foundation. Baguirov shares the Foundation's goals for 2011.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 12, Feb. 6, 2011
Taking a close look at Azerbaijani storytelling traditions, this show educates listeners on the tradition of ashig. The art of ashig requires a minstrel to create poems, compose music, and perform these songs playing on his stringed instrument, saz. Musical compositions that accompany ashig performances are played throughout the program.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 11, Jan. 30, 2011
Returning to Azerbaijani musical traditions, this show discusses another musical instrument: the kamancha. To learn more about this instrument, Mr. Imamyar Hasanov is interviewed. He is a kamancha soloist, who is highly respected both in Azerbaijan and United States as a master of this instrument.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 10, Jan. 23, 2011
To honor civil rights efforts lead by Martin Luther King, Jr., this radio hour discusses "Black January" and democracy in Azerbaijan. Guest speakers, Anar Garibov and Habib Azarsina share their personal memories connected to "Black January." Garibov was a witness to the 1990 massacres committed by Soviet army in Baku. Azarsina watched the events unfold in his home country while residing in the United States. Their stories give different perspectives of the historic event.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 9, Jan. 16, 2010
Continuing with the musical theme, January 16th's radio hour is hosted by Edward Cohen and takes a look into jazz-mugham. This musical genre, established by Vagif Mustafazadeh, is a mixture of the traditional mugham with American jazz. Throughout the show, music is played for listeners to enjoy the musical stylings of jazz-mugham.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 8, Jan. 9, 2011
The month of January is dedicated to Azerbaijani music and this radio hour focuses on the traditional instrument mugham. Jeffery Werbock, an accomplished mugham player and chairman of the Mugham Society of America, introduces listeners to the traditional instrument. Throughout the show, mugham musical segments are played to demonstrate the techniques and traditions discussed throughout the show.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 7, Jan. 2, 2011
An entire hour featuring Azerbaijani music.
2010
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 6, Dec. 26, 2010
A radio hour completely dedicated to religion, this show delves into the Zoroastrian religious heritage of Azerbaijan, the Albanian Christian Church, and the current religious practices of Shia Islam. To complement the historical presentation, Dr. Asim Mollazadeh, a member of the Azerbaijani parliament, is interviewed to shed additional light on current religious practices in Azerbaijan.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 5, Dec. 19, 2010
Host Farzin Farzad, Karabakh Foundation’s Program Officer, dedicates this radio hour to the history of Azerbaijani cinema. As part of the program, Farzad talks with prominent female Azerbaijani film director, Mehriban Alekperzade. In addition to her background and life in Ganja, the interview includes a segment about her newest film, The Condemned.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 4, Dec. 12, 2010
Hosted by Karabakh Foundation’s Executive Director, Diana Altman, this radio hour focuses on the Azerbaijani Jewish community. Former head of Public Affairs for the American Jewish Committee in Los Angeles, Jason Katz, is interviewed to educate listeners about the communities and Chanukah customs of Jews living in Azerbaijan. The second half of the show includes a telephone interview with Caucasus Jews Community of New York leader, Yakov Abramov.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 3, Dec. 5, 2010
Due to the popularity of last week's show and at the request of individuals who missed the original airing, the radio station re-aired last week's Thanksgiving show.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 2, Nov. 28, 2010
In honor of the recent Thanksgiving holiday, Shafaq Mehraliyeva dedicates this show to the delicious culinary treat that is Azerbaijani food. This show contains an interview with Feride Buyuran, an author of a popular Azerbaijani cuisine blog who shares with listeners a recipe for levengi—a walnut stuffing that many Azerbaijani Americans use to stuff their turkeys for Thanksgiving. Additional interviews include Turan Garibova and Amy Riolo.
- Voice of the Karabakh Foundation, Show 1, Nov. 21, 2010
Introducing listeners to Azerbaijan, this radio hour covers the location and history of Azerbaijan. It includes interviews with Karabakh Foundation’s Executive Director, Diana Altman, as well as former assistant editor at the Metropolitan Opera, Cheryl Kempler. Topics discussed include the importance of an Azerbaijani Radio Hour, the Karabakh Foundation’s mission and initiatives, the rich culture of the Karabakh region, and the career of famous Azerbaijani composer Uzeyir Hajibeyov.
