Ayatollah Khomeini
Mentioned in 17 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Leader of the 1979 Iranian Islamic Revolution who established Iran's theocratic regime after returning from exile during the Shah's rule. Discussed in podcasts as a pivotal historical figure whose leadership mobilized masses and fundamentally transformed Iran's political system, with contemporary relevance to current debates about Iranian governance and regional stability.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Apr 1, 2026
The O'Reilly Update, April 1, 2026
“Returned from French exile to establish Islamic Republic of Iran in 1979”
Empire: World History · Mar 20, 2026
Christiane Amanpour On Iran & Trump’s Miscalculations
“1979 revolutionary leader; implemented bait-and-switch on democracy promises; created IRGC institutional structure”
Empire: World History · Mar 19, 2026
343. Lebanon: Hezbollah, Israel, & Fifty Years As A Battleground
“Led Iranian Islamic Revolution in 1979; established Islamic Republic and exported revolutionary ideology to Lebanon via Hezbollah.”
Empire: World History · Mar 17, 2026
342. Iran: The Three Ayatollahs – From Revolution to Dynasty
“First Supreme Leader (1979-1989); discussed as austere cleric who misled Western observers about democratic intentions”
Irregular Warfare Podcast · Mar 13, 2026
Iran, Revolution, and the Logic of Proxy Warfare
“Revolutionary leader whose ideology shaped Iran's anti-Western foreign policy and proxy network strategy.”
IHIP News · Mar 9, 2026
Trump And Israel Torch The Streets of Tehran And Attack Children's Hospital
“Iranian religious leader mentioned as being replaced by harder-right successor after Israeli strikes”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Mar 9, 2026
WAR in IRAN: What Most American Christians DON'T Know! (ft David Nasser) | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Iranian revolutionary leader who established Islamic theocracy in 1979; context for David Nasser's escape story”
Morning Wire · Mar 8, 2026
Iran Without Khamenei: What Comes Next?
“Founding father of Islamic Republic and first Supreme Leader; predecessor to Khamenei whose death in 1989 led to Khamenei's rise to power”
Pod Save America · Mar 3, 2026
1129: Why Democrats Must Oppose Trump's Iran War
“86-year-old Iranian Supreme Leader killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes; led Iran since 1989 and controlled armed forces and political decisions”
Morning Wire · Mar 1, 2026
Will Iranians Seize the Moment? | 3.1.26
“Leader of 1979 Iranian revolution cited as example of inspirational leadership mobilizing masses”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Feb 28, 2026
2/28/26: K&S React: TRUMP LAUNCHES REGIME CHANGE IRAN WAR
“Supreme Leader of Iran targeted for assassination in opening strikes; status uncertain—reports indicate possible death or serious injury”
The Interview · Feb 11, 2026
Azar Nafisi, author: Iranians are fighting for their freedom
“Leader of Iranian Islamic Revolution; discussed for his role in establishing theocratic regime and suppressing freedoms”
The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg · Feb 4, 2026
Iran’s Jacobin Revolution | Interview: Eli Lake
“Islamic Revolution leader; initially opposed Mossadegh alongside clerics, later exiled by Shah, returned to lead 1979 revolution”
The Rest Is History · Jan 29, 2026
639. Revolution in Iran: Death in the Desert (Part 4)
“Iranian revolutionary leader who consolidated power through hostage crisis and used anti-Americanism to eliminate moderate rivals”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 27, 2026
Jon on Alex Pretti's Killing, DHS vs. Video Evidence & MAGA's Gun Rights Surrender | Jason Rezaian
“Historical Iranian revolutionary leader; compared to current lack of organized opposition”
The Rest Is Classified · Jan 21, 2026
119. Inside Iran: Why Trump Didn’t Intervene (Ep 2)
“Symbolic leader of 1979 Iranian Revolution opposition movement who emerged from exile to lead regime change”
The Briefing with Albert Mohler · Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
“Founder of Iran's Islamic theocracy in 1979 revolution; established guardianship of jurists system”