The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Ideas of March
15 Mar 2021
In this podcast episode, discussions range from a demonstration attended by Christine, where liberals liken the Biden administration to Christmas every day, ...
15 Mar 2021
Jewish Insider
At 80 years old, human rights lawyer Irwin Cotler is busier than ever
15 Mar 2021
Irwin Cotler, an 80-year-old human rights lawyer and former Canadian minister, remains deeply involved in defending political prisoners worldwide, such as Sa...
15 Mar 2021
Forward
When Israel comes up on a date
14 Mar 2021
The topic of Israel has become a contentious issue in the American Jewish dating scene, serving as a litmus test that can make or break budding relationships...
14 Mar 2021
Call Me Back
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The Covid Presidency with Maggie Haberman
12 Mar 2021
Maggie Haberman, a prominent journalist at The New York Times, has an extensive background in reporting for various media outlets in New York City. Known for...
12 Mar 2021
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Biden Wants To Tell You What To Do and When
12 Mar 2021
The podcast discusses Joe Biden's recent pandemic speech, questioning whether his cautious tone is aimed at managing expectations to claim successes or to ma...
12 Mar 2021
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Kings and Kingmakers
12 Mar 2021
The article discusses potential shifts in perceptions of British monarchs due to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, alongside the eternal tradition of British B...
12 Mar 2021
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The Social Media Torture Chamber
11 Mar 2021
In a recent podcast, the discussion touches on the transformation of social media into a platform for cruelty and its allure to many users. The podcast also ...
11 Mar 2021
Promised Podcast
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The “Admiration & Condemnation” Edition
11 Mar 2021
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the declining support for Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel, analyzing its implications for the upcom...
11 Mar 2021
Israel Policy Pod
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'Til Kingdom Come
10 Mar 2021
Evan Gottesman interviews director Maya Zinshtein and producer Abie Troen about their documentary, 'Til Kingdom Come, which explores the complex relationship...
10 Mar 2021
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Biden the Credit Hog
10 Mar 2021
The text discusses President Joe Biden's positioning to claim credit for the pandemic response and economic recovery due to the relief bill and vaccine rollo...
10 Mar 2021
Israel Policy Pod
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An Ambassador's Perspective
9 Mar 2021
Ambassador Daniel Shapiro provides insights into the Biden administration's approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, emphasizing a focus on two-state so...
9 Mar 2021
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Liberal Gaslighting
9 Mar 2021
The podcast discusses whether Bernie Sanders could have been as left-wing as Joe Biden as president and questions the dynamic of liberals creating culture wa...
9 Mar 2021
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Era of Big Government Is Back
8 Mar 2021
The podcast discusses the recent $1.9 trillion relief and stimulus bill, marking a return to the era of big government. It also touches on issues related to ...
8 Mar 2021
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Cuomo's Tell-Tale Heart
5 Mar 2021
New York Governor Cuomo faces a deteriorating situation as state officials reveal concerns about job security if they did not help cover up COVID death data ...
5 Mar 2021
Forward
Report shows younger Jews are less partisan, but Democratic support remains steady
5 Mar 2021
A recent report from the Jewish Electorate Institute, using data from Brandeis University, highlights notable trends in political affiliations among American...
5 Mar 2021
Forward
For Jake Tapper, being the rabbi of TV news comes easy
5 Mar 2021
CNN's Jake Tapper, known for his probing interviews and balancing act across political divides, integrates his Jewish heritage into his role as a prominent n...
5 Mar 2021
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Who's Running the Biden Show?
4 Mar 2021
The Biden administration is facing confusion over conflicting messages regarding school reopenings, expressing a desire for schools to reopen but also suppor...
4 Mar 2021
Promised Podcast
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The “Right Thinking Men” Edition
4 Mar 2021
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida discuss the intricate dynamics among Israeli right-wing party leaders, highlighting tensions and r...
4 Mar 2021
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Texas Lightens Up
3 Mar 2021
The podcast discusses Texas Gov. Abbott's choice to remove all state-level COVID-19 mandates, examining whether this move is an important test or a risky dec...
3 Mar 2021
Forward
Design firm takes responsibility for CPAC stage controversy
3 Mar 2021
Design Foundry, the design firm responsible for the controversial stage at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in 2021, has taken full respon...
3 Mar 2021
Israel Policy Pod
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Palestinians at the Polls
2 Mar 2021
In this episode, Ghaith al Omari explores the intricacies of the Palestinian political landscape ahead of their scheduled elections, examining the roles and ...
2 Mar 2021
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Cuomosexuality
2 Mar 2021
The podcast discusses the potential downfall of Andrew Cuomo due to sexual harassment allegations, questioning whether this issue might overshadow the previo...
2 Mar 2021
Israel Policy Pod
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Unpacking the Psychological Roots of Conflicts
1 Mar 2021
Dr. Eran Halperin discusses the psychological and emotional barriers that prevent conflict resolution in regions like Israel and Palestine, emphasizing the r...
1 Mar 2021
Tel Aviv Review
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The Arab Vote – Is There Such a Thing?
1 Mar 2021
Dr. Arik Rudnitzky examines the evolving voting trends within the Arab community leading up to Israel's fourth consecutive general election in two years. The...
1 Mar 2021
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The Good Vaccine News and the Bad Governor
1 Mar 2021
In a recent podcast, there is optimism and relief regarding progress on vaccines, contrasting with ongoing troubles faced by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Additionally,...
1 Mar 2021
Jewish Insider
Alex Lasry’s full-court press for the U. S. Senate
1 Mar 2021
Alex Lasry, known for helping bring the 2020 Democratic National Convention to Milwaukee, is venturing into electoral politics with his bid for the U.S. Sena...
1 Mar 2021
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The Biden Game on Iran and Stimulus
26 Feb 2021
In a podcast discussion, the hosts debate the Biden administration's striking of Iranian targets while working to rejoin the Iran nuclear deal, originally es...
26 Feb 2021
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Purim, Vaccine Diplomacy and the 'Non-campaign Campaign'
26 Feb 2021
In the context of Israel's vaccine diplomacy, where it is gifting vaccines to diplomatic allies, there is internal and international concern. Netanyahu's pol...
26 Feb 2021
Promised Podcast
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The “Low Marx?” Edition
25 Feb 2021
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the ultra-Orthodox attacks on Labor Party candidate Rabbi Gilad Kariv, questioning if it's polit...
25 Feb 2021
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Cuomo’s Ugliness and the Horror at Smith College
25 Feb 2021
In this podcast episode, the discussion revolves around Andrew Cuomo's recent sexual harassment scandal involving an aide in Albany, highlighting the consequ...
25 Feb 2021
Forward
Michael Che’s ham-fisted joke aside, what’s the deal with Israel, Palestinians and the vaccine?
25 Feb 2021
The article delves into the controversy surrounding Michael Che's joke on "Saturday Night Live" about Israel's COVID-19 vaccination campaign, which sparked d...
25 Feb 2021
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The Seductions of Top-Down Control
24 Feb 2021
The text discusses the potential challenge politicians might face in relinquishing the extensive powers they gained during the pandemic, now that the vaccine...
24 Feb 2021
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NYC medical chief apologizes to the Orthodox community for mishandling outreach during the pandemic
24 Feb 2021
In a bid to remedy past errors, New York City officials have apologized to the Orthodox community for inadequate outreach during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. M...
24 Feb 2021
Israel Policy Pod
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Israel, Iran, and the Region
23 Feb 2021
In this episode, Ilan Goldenberg discusses the complexities of re-entering the JCPOA amidst the evolving geopolitical landscape in the Middle East, particula...
23 Feb 2021
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Woke Self-Destruction: Should We Enjoy It Or Worry?
23 Feb 2021
The podcast delves into a recent incident within the journalism world where a Slate staffer was fired for considering a woke action beforehand. The discussio...
23 Feb 2021
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Why Do They Want Us to Be Depressed?
22 Feb 2021
The podcast discusses the positive news about the COVID-19 vaccine, particularly in Israel, and questions why there is still a focus on negative aspects by e...
22 Feb 2021
Tel Aviv Review
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A Rainbow of Complexities in Palestine
22 Feb 2021
Sa'ed Atshan explores the complexities of navigating queerness in Palestine, including the West Bank, Gaza, and Israel, as well as in refugee camps. The book...
22 Feb 2021
Call Me Back
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Will We Do Better Next Time?
19 Feb 2021
Jim, a former editor of Popular Mechanics who has experience in repositioning brands and is currently involved in podcasting, tech writing, and working on a ...
19 Feb 2021
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Cuomo and Cruz: Politicians In a Pickle
19 Feb 2021
The podcast discusses the contrasting situations of Andrew Cuomo and Ted Cruz, with Cuomo facing criticism as his once positive image tarnishes, while Cruz i...
19 Feb 2021
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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Three Jews on the News - with special guest Jeffrey Goldberg
19 Feb 2021
In this episode of "Three Jews on the News," Yonit and Jonathan are joined by guest Jeffrey Goldberg to discuss topics such as the unspoken messages in the B...
19 Feb 2021
Jewish Insider
North Carolina’s lieutenant governor has Jewish community on high alert
19 Feb 2021
North Carolina's Republican Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson sparked controversy by protesting an editorial cartoon depicting Republican school board appoin...
19 Feb 2021
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Here Comes the Overreach
18 Feb 2021
The article discusses concerns about Congressional Democrats potentially overreaching by planning a multi-trillion-dollar infrastructure bill on top of the p...
18 Feb 2021
Promised Podcast
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The “Carrots & Sticks” Edition
18 Feb 2021
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida, Sally Abed, and Noah Efron discuss the current state of Likud, questioning if it still represents the traditional...
18 Feb 2021
Israel Policy Pod
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No Problem or No Solution?
17 Feb 2021
In this episode, Evan Gottesman speaks with Shira Efron and Daniel Egel from the RAND Corporation about their study on Israeli and Palestinian responses to v...
17 Feb 2021
Israel Policy Pod
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A Realistic Reset
16 Feb 2021
This episode discusses the envisioned shift in U.S. foreign policy toward Israel and Palestine under the Biden administration, focusing on reinforcing U.S.-I...
16 Feb 2021
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Biden's Freezing Out Bibi
16 Feb 2021
The text raises questions about Joe Biden's recent anti-Israel personnel decisions at the State Department and his refusal to engage with Benjamin Netanyahu....
16 Feb 2021
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Trump Isn't Going Anywhere
15 Feb 2021
The podcast discusses the failed impeachment trial of former President Trump by Democrats, criticizing their handling of the process. It also touches on the ...
15 Feb 2021
Forward
The Forward was a socialist mainstay — until it endorsed FDR. What changed?
15 Feb 2021
Founded in 1897 as a staunchly socialist publication, the Forward maintained unwavering support for the Socialist Party, backing leaders such as Eugene V. De...
15 Feb 2021
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Impeach... Cuomo?
12 Feb 2021
The podcast discusses the ongoing impeachment trial and questions the strength of the Democratic case on the third day of proceedings. It also highlights the...
12 Feb 2021
Call Me Back
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John Dickerson on The Presidency Post Corona
12 Feb 2021
John Dickerson, known for his work on 60 Minutes and as a journalist and author, recently released his book "The Hardest Job in the World: The American Presi...
12 Feb 2021