Iranian Languages and Dialects, Part VII: Pashto ‎ Summary In this episode, we delve into Pashto, an Iranic language spoken across Afghanistan, Pakistan, and ‎parts of Iran. We explore its significance, dialectal variations, and its deep connection with ‎Pashtun identity. By examining the historical roots and the spread of the language, we uncover ‎how Pashto has shaped and been shaped by the cultural and social dynamics of the region. If you ‎haven't already, I highly recommend listening to my previous episodes on the classification of ‎Iranian languages, as they provide essential background for understanding the context of this ‎discussion. Keywords ‎#PashtoLanguage; #IranicLanguages; #Afghanistan; #Pakistan; #NorthWestFrontier; ‎‎#Baluchistan; #Linguistics; #PashtoDialects; #IranianLanguages; #LanguageHistory; ‎‎#PashtunIdentity; #Podcast; #LanguageAndCulture‎