Yurt Jurt - a podcast about decolonizing Central Asia and Beyond produced by Central Asian activists. Hosted by Dr. Diana Kudaibergen, Yurt Jurt dives deep into the decoloniality and decolonization of Central Asian and North Asian nations. Each episode brings insightful conversations that challenge historical narratives and reimagine futures for the region. Whether you're a scholar or simply curious about decolonial movements, Yurt Jurt unpacks the complex histories and cultures —all in English. Join us for thought-provoking discussions on heritage, colonialism, propaganda, identity, and...
Recent Episodes
Join us in the new episode of Yurt Jurt podcast where we are talking with transdisciplinary and translocal artist Aziza Kadyri. Aziza explores issues of decoloniality in art while at the same time, explores questions of translocal identity. How and where do we belong if we are Central Asian...
Published 11/14/24
In this first episode, we introduce ourselves and the mission behind the Yurt Jurt. We’re here to explore why the term "post-Soviet" doesn’t define us, why the USSR was a colonizer, and how our histories were rewritten. Join us as we dive into these foundational questions and set the stage for...
Published 10/29/24