Last Paper Standing

Zaki is in Kabul running an indie newspaper called The Etilaatroz. The Taliban are approaching the city, and the entire newsroom is on edge. But the question in Zaki’s mind is, “How do we save the paper?” Plus, a story from a journalist who decides what belongs in her bag. Last Paper Standing This story contains graphic imagery, sensitive listeners please be advised. Thank you to Zaki Daryabi for sharing your story with Snap! Extra thanks to Luft Ali Sultani and the entire team at Etilaatroz. If you want to learn more about Etilaatroz and their journey to cover the news, visit their website or watch a documentary about their days in Kabul on Youtube for free. Produced by Shaina Shealy, edited by Nancy Lopez, original score by Renzo Gorrio. Lost Baggage Fatima decides what belongs in her bag. Thank you Fatima for sharing your story! You can see her reporting from Afghanistan on topics like women’s rights and education in The New York Times. Season 17 - Episode 14 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Last Paper Standing is an episode from Snap Judgment by Snap Judgment and PRX.

This episode is 51:50 long.

This episode was published on Apr 2, 2026.

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