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Speaker-Author.com Proudly introduces Firooz E. Zadeh for all your speaking engagements. He is a Scholar and World Class Lecturer with 45 years of experience as an educator. Zadeh is an internationally acclaimed author on the subject of the Middle East, Islam, and Terrorism - one of a kind lecturer with many interesting, informative, and fun topics.
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A straightforward author with a great sense of humor who has given lectures to more than 50,000 people of all ages. For a confidential discussion about your needs simply complete the contact form .
Recent Speaking Engagements
- Motivation: the simple path to success?
- Finding the champion in every person
- Who defines success?
- Striving for Excellence
- One race; we're all human
- Claiming victory in “Iraq” and the “War on Terror” - have things gone from bad to worse?
- How Should the US Government Deal With Iran- An Axis of Evil or A Partner in Peace?
- The Puzzle of the Middle East
- The Fallout From the “War on Terror” on the Rest of the World
- What is the Likelihood for Democracy When Delivered by Bombs from Overseas?
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Comments From Previous Speaking Engagements:
Firooz’s lectures have been well-attended; some with standing room only. Those who have heard him always ask for more. Bruce Scudder, Cruise Director, Holland America Cruise Lines
Firooz Zadeh has a special way of entertaining his audience. His personal stories about life in Iran, the Middle East, and learning English in America are vividly presented with a unique sense of humor. Lea Flanders, Longmont, Colorado
Your program was fantastic, my mother and I were laughing and crying at the same time listening to your stories while learning about a part of the world which we were always interested in, but knew very little about. Celeste Kennedy, Ohio
I can’t thank you enough for all you have done over the past few years. You are such a pleasure to work with. Our cruise directors always ask for your return. Holly Johnsen, Manager, Guest Lecturers, Holland America Cruise Lines
Just a short note to say hello and tell you how much we enjoyed the time we spent visiting with you on board the MS Statendam. Also, we have NEVER attended lectures that were as interesting, informative and entertaining as yours! Thank you. Pat & Anne Dulin, Golden, Colorado
A letter from Dr. Fisher, a HAL passenger, to Al Franken
Dear Al:
I am writing you about an exceptional scholar/author on Islam and Terrorism, Professor Firooz Zadeh. I had the pleasure of spending two weeks with him and his wife on the Statendam a Holland America ship traveling from Sydney to Hong Kong. He was the featured speaker on Terrorism. He had the 1000 plus people from over 50 countries spellbound and very concerned. He has spoken with rave reviews to over thirty thousand people from over 50 different countries. Firooz, an American born in Iran, has been an invited guest lecturer for Holland American Cruise Line since 2001. He was a former Iranian athlete - who fled Iran for his academic and personal freedom to become an American citizen, professor, award winning author, world class humorist, political satirist, and - on top of that - a downright way cool human being. <
Firooz's knowledge of Islam, the Middle East, Iraq, Iran and America is indeed, in my experience, unique in perspectives, brilliant in analysis, and - due to his world class satirical ability, like you, - a delight to listen to and/or read. You have many exceptional people on your show, but few have grown up in Iran, known the Shah and other Iranian leaders, maintained contacts in Iran, become American citizens, as well as scholars on the topics of Middle East, Islam, War Against Terrorism, and are able to articulate their views in a concise, understandable, and enjoyable manner - as he does.
I am writing because I strongly feel Firooz would be an ideal person to be interviewed on your show. He would be an excellent complement to Dr. Juan Cole and his discussions on his book The Iraq War is Over and Iran Won.
Because Firooz has lived in both worlds, maintains contacts in both worlds, and is a scholar that does not put the listener to sleep while he informs, the combination of Al Franken and Firooz Zadeh would be invaluable to your listeners.
Thanks again for all you are doing to give inspiration, information, and hope to America and the world.
Jerry Fisher, MBA, Ph.D. Partner Fisher DeHaan Consulting, Kent, NY |
It was such a pleasure to listen to your presentations about your life, Islam and Terrorism on our recent cruise on the MS Statendam. Since then my wife and I have both read your book "Islam versus Terrorism" which is excellent---easy reading and right to the point. I belong to a couple of groups to which I will be promoting that book as a "must read."
In closing, I would like to paraphrase a quote from Noam Chomsky of MIT.
"If America wants to reduce or eliminate terrorism, it should stop participating in it" Kindest regards to you both. Cathy and Ray Huene Calgary Alberta, Canada
We were finally able to sit down over the holidays and read your books, and wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed them. "The Journey" is a powerful story, and one that we're glad you were able to share. "Islam versus Terrorism" is an excellent resource. We have a few friends that could certainly benefit from the wisdom therein. Leo and Elaine Confino Victoria, Canada
Is it time you contacted us? Firooz has a special talent in inspiring his audience.
Character References:
Another one of Zadeh’s passions in life is helping young adults to become winners by achieving high goals and encouraging older adults to stay active and fit for a healthier life. He is also the director of the Academy of excellence in Richmond, NZ and is building an indoor sports, convention and trade centre for the community.
“Firooz has contributed above and beyond what happens in the classroom. One of his greatest assets, aside from teaching, is the strong rapport he generates with students to perform their best.” Ann Marie Sanders, RSE Principal Vail, CO.
“Parents have complained that they have a difficult time keeping their children home when sick, because they do not want to miss Mr. Zadeh that day. Ivan Peterson, Assistant Superintendent, St. Vrain Valley School District, Longmont, CO.
“It is hard to explain the impact Firooz has on the lives of all the students he teaches. His gentle pushing has encouraged four of my children to be the best they can be, and then to improve just a bit more.” Mrs. Barbara Clarey, Vail, CO.
A parent, after expressing sadness at Firooz’s retirement, stated: “Whatever Firooz Zadeh chooses to do next, his involvement will make a difference in someone’s life.” Marka Moser, Vail, CO.
BOOK REVIEWS:
Amazon.com by: Midwest Book Review Oregon, WI ***** 5 Star rating
Providing an insightful and illuminating explanation of Islam as practiced throughout the Middle East, “Islam versus Terrorism” by educator and lecturer Firooz E. Zadeh is an articulate, straightforward, informative presentation about Islam, a religion practiced by an estimated 1.6 billion people worldwide, and which like all religions has been misused by a minority of its believers to perpetrate intolerable cruelties "in the name of God". With a particular eye toward the September 11 attacks, “Islam versus Terrorism” emphasizes that Islam is a peaceful religion that does not spawn terrorism - rather it is political, social, cultural, and economic desperation which creates terrorism and terrorists, and it is America's foreign policy with regard to the predominantly Islamic nations which needs to be scrutinized more closely than ever in the wake of September 11 if terrorism is to be successfully and fairly dealt with.
Dear Firooz, I read your second book, ISLAM VERSUS TERRORISM, with great
interest and praise you for the insightful and discerning knowledge you have of the Middle East problems. You have a very balanced approach in your analysis and highlight how difficult the solutions are to get so many disparate groups to see each other's world views. Even though you are a great asset to Holland American Cruise Lines I think you would be a bigger asset to our country by being in a position of making diplomatic policy and advising our leaders. History has had such a tight grip on today's participants one can see why peace is such an elusive goal for the players. I have been so impressed by your genuine candor and empathy for oppressed groups in today's world that I want to share my contact with you to my friends and colleagues at the college where I taught. You will notice a copy of this e-mail is being sent to my best friend and colleague still teaching at the college. We have had a program in the past that was entitled, Reading Across The Curriculum, where a book is chosen to be read by all freshmen to serve as a common discussion in different classes and a point to bring the students together. Either of your books would be candidates for that program.
I am asking that you send a copy of both your books, THE JOURNEY and ISLAM VERSUS TERRORISM to my friend Dr. Rich Sigal and I will pay you for them. I will be sending more information to Rich about my contact with you and fill him in. Even if the program is not able to select the books I want him and the other professors in the anthropology/sociology department to have them. I know they will enjoy them.
Dr. Fredric John Bednarek, Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
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