This three-part video features Dr. Mashallah Ajodani who discusses the failure of Iranian political intellectuals since the 19th century (i.e. Malkum Khan) and their tendency to link their thinking to the religious right.  The intellectual currents of thinkers such as Ali Shariati are questioned. 

Intellectuals and revolution ( Part 1 of 3 )

Intellectuals and revolution ( Part 2 of 3 )

Intellectuals and revolution ( Part 3 of 3 )