Rationalist Judaism
Israelopathic Israelis
16 Dec 2024
Natan Slifkin explores the phenomenon of what he terms "Israelopathic" Israelis, referring to a group of Israelis who harbor a deep-seated animosity towards ...
16 Dec 2024
Forward
A hostage deal by Hanukkah? Israel, US and Hamas indicate unusual optimism.
16 Dec 2024
With Hanukkah approaching, there is heightened optimism regarding a potential deal for the release of hostages held by Hamas since their attack on Israel in ...
16 Dec 2024
Moment
Interview | What Assad’s Fall Means for Syria and the Greater Middle East
16 Dec 2024
Ilan Berman, a regional security expert, discusses the recent developments in Syria, where the Assad regime has fallen due to increased Israeli military acti...
16 Dec 2024
The Beinart Notebook
Syria and the Future of the Middle East with Iyad El-Baghdadi
16 Dec 2024
In a discussion with Peter Beinart, Palestinian-Norwegian writer Iyad El-Baghdadi provides insightful analysis on the potential impacts of the Assad regime's...
16 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Empowering Palestinian Moderates | Yardena Schwartz on the Lessons of History
16 Dec 2024
Journalist and author Yardena Schwartz delves into the historical roots of the Arab-Israeli conflict, focusing on the 1929 Hebron Massacre with her book "Gho...
16 Dec 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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ABC Gives Trump $15 Million
16 Dec 2024
ABC's $15 million settlement with Donald Trump over George Stephanopoulos's incorrect statement on rape allegations is a significant moment reflecting the ma...
16 Dec 2024
The Beinart Notebook
Why Israel’s Supporters Get So Mad When Critics Call Gaza a “Genocide”
16 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart discusses the emotional backlash from Israeli supporters when the term "genocide" is used to describe Israel's actions in Gaza. Highlighting Am...
16 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
How Hamas fooled the media: A neuroscientist’s view
16 Dec 2024
The article explores how militant groups like Hamas use cognitive empathy as a psychological tool to manipulate Western media and audiences. By creating narr...
16 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Comedian Ami Kozak Impersonates Cenk Uygar
16 Dec 2024
In this engaging piece, comedian Ami Kozak showcases his talent by impersonating Cenk Uygar, the well-known political commentator and host of "The Young Turk...
16 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The parroting of Hamas propaganda is an ethical crisis for journalism
16 Dec 2024
The Henry Jackson Society's report highlights a significant ethical issue within global journalism, critiquing the media's uncritical acceptance of casualty ...
16 Dec 2024
18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers
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Khitam Abu Bader: 'Violence is never the answer'
16 Dec 2024
Khitam Abu Bader, a Bedouin social activist, emphasizes peacebuilding and coexistence amid the complexities of Israeli and Palestinian identities and ongoing...
16 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
Are Jews white? The answer changes everything.
16 Dec 2024
Michael Inzlicht explores the complex question of whether Jews are considered white, a classification that varies widely depending on historical, cultural, a...
16 Dec 2024
JTA
Israel to shutter Ireland embassy, citing ‘antisemitic rhetoric of the Irish government’
16 Dec 2024
Israel has decided to close its embassy in Dublin, a move attributed to Ireland's critical stance on Israeli policies, including its recognition of a Palesti...
16 Dec 2024
Decision Points
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After Assad: Navigating Syria's Power Vacuum and Regional Fallout
16 Dec 2024
David Makovsky, Andrew Tabler, and Tamir Hayman examine the intricate aftermath of the Assad regime's fall in Syria and its implications for regional stabili...
16 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Newly elected Rep. Gabe Evans brings Middle East military experience to Capitol Hill
16 Dec 2024
Rep.-elect Gabe Evans (R-CO), an Army veteran with Middle East military experience, is bringing his insights to Capitol Hill, emphasizing strong U.S.-Israel ...
16 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
The Only Way to End the Gaza War
15 Dec 2024
In his provocative analysis, Joshua Hoffman argues that the only definitive way to conclude the ongoing Gaza conflict is through territorial realignment. Dra...
15 Dec 2024
Forward
Newborn grandson of Trump's Mideast envoy named after Trump
15 Dec 2024
Zach Witkoff, son of Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, has named his newborn son Don James, as a tribute to Donald Trump. This decision underscores th...
15 Dec 2024
Forward
Why a hostage deal is imminent
15 Dec 2024
The political landscape in Israel suggests an imminent deal with Hamas to release hostages, driven by failures from both Hamas and Israeli Prime Minister Net...
15 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Donald Trump Impression by Comedian Ami Kozak
15 Dec 2024
Comedian Ami Kozak presents a humorous take on Donald Trump through his skillful impersonation, showcasing his ability to capture the former President's dist...
15 Dec 2024
JTA
Amid war and an election, the Jewish mainstream bends to the right
15 Dec 2024
The article explores the shifting dynamics within the Jewish community regarding strategies to combat anti-Israel activism and perceived antisemitism, specif...
15 Dec 2024
Rationalist Judaism
Rabbis on the Inside
15 Dec 2024
This article delves into a rare interview with three anonymous charedi rabbis, providing insight into the tensions within Haredi society and its opposition t...
15 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
Canada's Indigenous Solidarity with Palestine
14 Dec 2024
Canadian Zionist writer Masha Kleiner discusses a controversial library exhibit that linked Canada's Indigenous peoples with Palestinian solidarity, raising ...
14 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Who exactly would be free in a "free Palestine"? Comedian Ami Kozak wants to know.
14 Dec 2024
Comedian and impressionist Ami Kozak raises questions about the implications of the term "free Palestine" often used in political discourse. In his insightfu...
14 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
I have been angry at Jews for the past year.
13 Dec 2024
Karol Markowicz critiques the American Jewish community's political leanings amidst recent challenges faced by Jewish people globally. Reflecting on her expe...
13 Dec 2024
Forward
I teach the children of immigrants. Here’s why birthright citizenship matters.
13 Dec 2024
Joel Snyder, a public school teacher in Los Angeles, draws parallels between his Ashkenazi immigrant ancestry and his current students, many of whom are chil...
13 Dec 2024
Forward
I teach the children of immigrants. Here’s why birthright citizenship matters.
13 Dec 2024
Joel Snyder, a teacher of American Government in Los Angeles, discusses the significance of birthright citizenship in the context of President-elect Donald T...
13 Dec 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Drones and Pardons
13 Dec 2024
The episode discusses the mystery of drone sightings over New Jersey, raising concerns about the dismissive response of the authorities and media, while also...
13 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
The Terror Attacks You Didn't Hear About
13 Dec 2024
In his article, Joshua Hoffman addresses the frequent occurrence of terrorist attacks in Israel and the West Bank, noting that these incidents often fail to ...
13 Dec 2024
Moment
The Ramifications of the Fall of al-Assad and the Implications for the Middle East with Ilan Berman and Nadine Epstein
13 Dec 2024
This discussion, featuring Middle Eastern affairs expert Ilan Berman, explores the major developments in the Syrian Civil War, particularly the weakening of ...
13 Dec 2024
Moment
A Deep Dive into the Fall of al-Assad and the Implications for the Middle East with Ilan Berman and Nadine Epstein
13 Dec 2024
The recent advances by rebel forces in Syria mark a significant shift in the long-standing Syrian Civil War, challenging the Assad regime's hold on power. Th...
13 Dec 2024
Moment
The Ramifications of the Fall of al-Assad and the Implications for the Middle East with Ilan Berman and Nadine Epstein
13 Dec 2024
The unexpected fall of President Bashar al-Assad in Syria marks a significant shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics. Following his family's 50-year rule and a ...
13 Dec 2024
MomentMag
The Ramifications of the Fall of al Assad and the Implications for the Middle East with Ilan Berman
13 Dec 2024
In this discussion, Ilan Berman and Nadine Epstein explore the unexpected fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and the resulting shifts in Middle Eastern...
13 Dec 2024
Bonjour Chai
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The Z Word
13 Dec 2024
The podcast explores the results of a recent survey revealing a complex and sometimes contradictory relationship of Canadian Jews to Zionism and Israel. Ben ...
13 Dec 2024
Tikvah
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Hussein Aboubakr Mansour on the Fall of Syria and the Death of Baathism: How Arab intellectuals understand the latest ideological revolution
13 Dec 2024
Hussein Aboubakr Mansour and Jonathan Silver explore the ideological consequences of the recent fall of Syria's Baathist regime, marked by Bashar al-Assad's ...
13 Dec 2024
Forward
After anti-Israel protests roil NYU, its basketball game with Yeshiva University is closed to the general public
13 Dec 2024
Amid heightened tensions surrounding pro-Palestinian protests, New York University (NYU) decided to restrict public attendance at a basketball game against Y...
13 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Jeanne Shaheen, who has turned critical of Israel, becomes key foreign policy voice for Senate Dems
13 Dec 2024
Senator Jeanne Shaheen, poised to become the leading Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has recently voted against certain U.S. military aid...
13 Dec 2024
People of the Pod
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Bernard-Henri Lévy and AJC CEO Ted Deutch on How to Build a Resilient Jewish Future Post-October 7
12 Dec 2024
Philosopher Bernard-Henri Lévy and AJC CEO Ted Deutch discuss the current state and future resilience of the Jewish community in light of rising global antis...
12 Dec 2024
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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The Road from Damascus - with Richard Haass and Alexis Bloom
12 Dec 2024
Yonit and Jonathan discuss the implications of the Assad regime's sudden fall in Syria and explore the ongoing corruption trial of Israeli Prime Minister Ben...
12 Dec 2024
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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The Road from Damascus - with Richard Haass and Alexis Bloom
12 Dec 2024
Yonit and Jonathan explore the dramatic fall of the Assad regime in Syria and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial with insights from Richard...
12 Dec 2024
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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The Road from Damascus - with Richard Haass and Alexis Bloom
12 Dec 2024
This episode features discussions on the recent collapse of the Assad regime with insights from Richard Haass, who emphasizes surprising regime brittleness, ...
12 Dec 2024
Future of Jewish
Those Other White People
12 Dec 2024
Leighton Woodhouse explores the dynamic within certain liberal circles where white people criticize other white people in an attempt to denounce their racial...
12 Dec 2024
Forward
These Israelis and Palestinians aren’t sworn enemies — in a new documentary, they work together towards peace
12 Dec 2024
Israeli-American filmmaker Joy Sela's documentary, "The Other," explores efforts for peace between Israelis and Palestinians, focusing on personal stories of...
12 Dec 2024
Between The Lines
A Reckoning On American Jewry’s Responses To October 7
12 Dec 2024
In the wake of the October 7 conflict, a remarkable increase in Jewish activism has emerged, with a significant portion of previously disengaged American Jew...
12 Dec 2024
Forward
This video game has users play as Palestinians killing IDF soldiers on Oct. 7
12 Dec 2024
"Fursan al-Aqsa," a controversial video game available on Steam, has sparked backlash due to its violent depiction of Palestinian guerrilla fighters attackin...
12 Dec 2024
Forward
‘I want a long-lasting peace’: Trump talks about Israel in Time's Person of the Year interview
12 Dec 2024
President-elect Donald Trump discussed his Middle East peace vision and stance on Israel during a Time magazine interview after being named Person of the Yea...
12 Dec 2024
Israel Policy Pod
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Israel and the Fall of Assad
12 Dec 2024
Neri Zilber and Yaakov Lappin analyze Israel's military actions following the fall of Assad's regime in Syria, highlighting implications for regional stabili...
12 Dec 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Ex-Wray
12 Dec 2024
FBI Director Christopher Wray's resignation sparks speculation about Trump's next move, especially regarding the FBI's leadership transition. The episode als...
12 Dec 2024
Promised Podcast
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The “Judgement Days” Edition
12 Dec 2024
The podcast episode discusses the implications of the sudden fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria and the potential consequences for Israel. It also covers Prime...
12 Dec 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Democracies must stand together, says this Taiwanese diplomat in Israel
12 Dec 2024
Ya-Ping (Abby) Lee, the Representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Tel Aviv, emphasizes the need for democratic nations to bolster their al...
12 Dec 2024
Haaretz Weekly
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The (deep) state vs. Benjamin Netanyahu: Inside the courtroom during the PM's testimony
12 Dec 2024
The episode explores the complex dynamics of Benjamin Netanyahu's criminal trial, where he faces charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust while maintai...
12 Dec 2024