Are Americans getting the truth about Iran, Hamas, and the Middle East—or are dangerous narratives shaping what we believe?

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Lisa Daftari, foreign policy analyst, podcast host, and founder of The Foreign Desk, for a revealing conversation about the Iran conflict, radical Islamic extremism, media bias, and the growing battle over information in America.

The daughter of Iranian immigrants, Daftari shares how the September 11 terrorist attacks inspired her career in journalism and national security. From being recruited by the CIA while in college to conducting undercover investigations into extremist rhetoric on American college campuses, Lisa explains why she believes the ideological battles Americans face today have been developing for decades.

Karol and Lisa explore how Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah are portrayed in American media, the influence of social media on public opinion, and why Daftari believes many Americans misunderstand the realities of the Middle East. They also discuss the Abraham Accords, anti-Israel activism on college campuses, and the importance of hearing directly from people living under oppressive regimes.

Plus, Lisa explains why she's reconsidering traditional higher education for her son, shares her perspective on legal immigration and the American Dream, and offers a powerful message about finding happiness, pursuing your passions, and appreciating life's everyday moments.