The J-Z Show examines the Mecca Pact, Bangladesh’s potential role in the emerging security arrangement, and what the latest US visit reveals about Dhaka’s evolving geopolitical position.
In Episode 27 of The J-Z Show, Jon Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan discuss the latest cabinet reshuffle as the government approaches its 180-day mark. The hosts examine the reasons behind the changes, what they signal about the government's priorities, and how the reshuffle could affect its performance in the months ahead.
Marking the one-year anniversary of The J-Z Show, Jon Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan are joined by Dr. Rumi Ahmed Khan to assess the first six months of Bangladesh's elected government and discuss the qualities needed in the country's next President.
Jon Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan discuss the United States' 250th anniversary, exploring how political commemorations shape national identity, historical memory, and international perceptions in an increasingly interconnected world.
Jon Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan sit down to ask a question that goes beyond the pitch: Can a shared love of the beautiful game actually ease international tensions — or does the World Cup merely become another arena for political theatre? As always, The J-Z Show brings together informed analysis, historical perspective, and candid discussion on the issues that matter most to Bangladesh.
As the Tarique Rahman government enters its fourth month in office, Jon Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan assess its early performance, the challenges ahead, and the political dynamics shaping Bangladesh's evolving landscape.
In Episode 22 of The J-Z Show, hosts Jon F. Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan are joined by journalist and political analyst Faisal Mahmud for an in-depth discussion on the upcoming West Bengal elections and their wider implications for regional politics.
Jon Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan discuss the IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings, global and domestic political developments, and the wider implications of conflict—from historical reflections on war to the current tensions surrounding Iran.
In this episode of “The J-Z Show,” hosts John Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan examine the escalating tensions between the United States and Iran—and the fragile ceasefire currently at risk.
In this episode, Jon Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan sit down with Dr Shamaruh Mirza for a wide-ranging and insightful conversation on India–Bangladesh relations, questions of justice and reconciliation, and what lies ahead as the country looks toward the upcoming elections.
Tarique Rahman's Homecoming and New Political Alignments
Hadi dead. Daily Star and Prothom Alo Attacked. What Next?
The shooting of Osman Hadi becomes a lens through which Jon Danilowicz and Zafar Sobhan examine political violence, institutional accountability, and the deeper fault lines shaping Bangladesh’s current moment.