Parazit facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Parazit |
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| Presented by | Kambiz Hosseini Saman Arbabi |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | Persian |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
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| Executive producer(s) | Saman Arbabi |
| Production location(s) | Washington, D.C. |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
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| Original network | VOA Persian Service |
| Original release | 2008 – February 2012 |
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| Followed by | OnTen |
Parazit (Persian: پارازیت, pārāzit, meaning "static") was a popular TV show from the United States. It was shown every week and lasted about 30 minutes. The show was a comedy that made fun of politics in Iran. It was broadcast in the Persian language by Voice of America.
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What is Parazit?
Parazit was a satirical television show. This means it used humor, irony, and exaggeration to criticize politics. The show focused on events and leaders in Iran. It helped people think about serious topics in a funny way.
How Parazit Started
The show began in 2008. It was created by Kambiz Hosseini and Saman Arbabi. At first, it was only 10 minutes long. The creators were inspired by a famous American comedy news show called The Daily Show.
Parazit started before the 2009 presidential elections in Iran. This was a very important time for the country. The show quickly became very popular.
Why Parazit Was Popular
Parazit became a huge hit in Iran. Many people watched it even though it was difficult. They used special satellite dishes to watch it. They also watched it online. The show's name, "Parazit," comes from how the Iranian government tried to block foreign TV signals. These signals are often called "static" or "jammed."
Reaching Viewers in Iran
It is hard to know exactly how many people watched Parazit. This is because it was often watched through unofficial ways. However, its online numbers show how popular it was. By January 2011, the show's YouTube channel had 45,000 views every week. Its Facebook page was visited 17 million times each month. This shows that many people wanted to watch the show.
The Show's Impact
Parazit ran for three seasons. It aired its last episode in February 2012. The show helped many young people in Iran learn about politics. It showed that humor can be a powerful way to talk about serious issues. It also showed how people can find ways to watch what they want, even if it is blocked.
