In TanakhCast #78, the discussion revolves around the acknowledgment that men did have sexual relationships with women, as discussed in the Tanakh.

Professor Joel Migdal discusses his book "Shifting Sands: The United States in the Middle East" with host Gilad Halpern, highlighting how American foreign policy is reflected in the region.

Dr. David Hadar discusses the impact of Jewish-American novelist Philip Roth on Israeli-Arab author Sayed Kashua, exploring similarities in their literary styles and personas.

This episode of Unorthodox features comedian David Tuchman, host of the OMGWTFBIBLE podcast where he jokes while guests read from his Bible translation, revealing how comedy led him back to his yeshiva roots.

TanakhCast episode #77 discusses the unique nature of Bamba, a popular Israeli snack, while also delving into 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks.

In this segment, Allison, Don, and Noah delve into three main topics - the motivation behind Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's actions, arguing that it stems from a strong set of principles rather than just opportunism.

Participants at the U.S. Universities Debating Championship were presented with a motion asking to justify violence by Palestinians against Israeli civilians, leading to controversy and protests.

The author discusses the challenges facing Jewish education and the need to make it relevant and engaging, particularly for non-Orthodox Jews.

Dr. Daniel Schiffman, an economic historian from Ariel University, discusses the impact of Jewish-American advisers on Israel's economy in a forthcoming book with host Gilad Halpern.

In episode 76 of TanakhCast, the focus is on justice as the hosts delve into and discuss four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, offering reflections and insights along the way.

In a discussion on the Tel Aviv Review, host Gilad Halpern and Vivian Liska, a professor of German literature, delve into the theme of Jewish exile as a metaphor in her upcoming book.

The Zionist Organization of America (ZOA) has raised concerns about anti-Semitism at some City University of New York (CUNY) campuses, particularly involving Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP).

The StreetWise Hebrew podcast episode "Learning Hebrew Doesn't Have to Be a Bummer" explores the concept of being bummed out, annoyed, or upset in Hebrew.

Padraig O'Malley, a professor specializing in peace and reconciliation, explores with host Gilad Halpern the demise of the two-state solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in his book "The Two State Delusion: Israel Palestine - A Tale of Two Narratives."

In TanakhCast #75, the hosts delve into 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, starting from Genesis to 2 Chronicles.

Dr. Ariel Sheetrit, an expert on Arabic literature and language, leads a research group at the Van Leer Institute focused on examining Arabic narratives of migration and travel.

Prof. Uriya Shavit delves into the intricate perceptions of Israel and Zionism in Arab discourses, as discussed in his book.

In episode #74 of TanakhCast, the focus is on exploring and reflecting on four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, beginning with Genesis and culminating in 2 Chronicles, albeit a lengthy journey.

Prof. Amikam Nachmani from Bar-Ilan University explores Europe's interaction with its Muslim immigrants in the 21st century as a complex "love triangle," involving the historical Jewish presence as a third influential factor.

The text reflects on the question of introducing young children to the horrors of historical events such as the Holocaust.

In the "Girls with Scissors" Edition, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss three main topics: the controversy surrounding IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot's statement on soldiers shooting girls holding scissors, Miri Regev's political journey from considering joining the Labor Party to being with the populist right, and a school program in Israel steering nine-year-olds towards careers in cyber intelligence units.

Prof. Leonard Saxe, an expert on Birthright Israel, discusses the program's exceptional success in bringing young Diaspora Jews to Israel with host Gilad Halpern.

In TanakhCast #72: The Consent Edition, the podcast delves into 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, exploring themes from Genesis to 2 Chronicles.

Dr. Adar Yarum from Ben Gurion University discusses Cyriac of Ancona, a 15th-century traveler considered Europe's first archaeologist for unveiling ancient Classical wonders to Renaissance Italy.

Dr. Avner Wishnitzer examines the clash of tradition and modernity in 19th century Turkey through the adoption of standardized time in his book "Reading Clocks Alla Turca: Time and Society in the Late Ottoman Empire."