Promised Podcast
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The “Judges and Grudges, Libel and Bible” Edition
28 May 2020
In a recent discussion titled "The Judges and Grudges, Libel and Bible Edition," Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida cover several key...
28 May 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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The Great Knesset Debate
21 May 2020
In this episode of Israel Policy Pod, three Knesset members from the Israeli opposition—Ram Ben Barak, Yair Golan, and Aida Touma-Sliman—discuss their differ...
21 May 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Is Abbas Serious This Time?
20 May 2020
In this episode, the hosts discuss Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas's recent announcement to end agreements with Israel and the U.S., questioning the seri...
20 May 2020
Tel Aviv Review
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Israel – Populist in Its Own Special Way
18 May 2020
In a discussion led by Prof. Dani Filc from Ben Gurion University, the uniqueness of Israeli political populism is explored in comparison to global populist ...
18 May 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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The Ministry of Silly Walks
15 May 2020
In this episode, Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz discuss the reasons behind the delay in swearing in Israel's new government, including internal Likud political...
15 May 2020
Promised Podcast
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The “Small Screen, Big Government” Edition
14 May 2020
In a discussion led by Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and critic Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida, several significant topics are explored. The conversation covers Is...
14 May 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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"Don't Know" About Annexation
13 May 2020
In this episode of Israel Policy Pod, Professor Tamar Hermann discusses the findings of the latest Israeli Voice Index, which shows a majority of Israelis ar...
13 May 2020
Tel Aviv Review
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In God We Trust? Nationalism and Secularization Revisited
11 May 2020
Dr. Zohar Maor, a history lecturer at Bar Ilan University and co-editor of the book "Nationalism and Secularization," reviews new perspectives on political m...
11 May 2020
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The “A Riddle Wrapped in a Mystery Inside an Enigma Tucked in a Virus” Edition
7 May 2020
In a recent discussion, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron explore three key topics: the Israeli Supreme Court's ruling allowing Benjamin N...
7 May 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Israel-China Ties in Focus
6 May 2020
This episode delves into the complexities of Israel-China relations and their implications for Israel's strategic alliance with the United States. Dr. Shira ...
6 May 2020
Forward
Natan Sharansky is using his ‘Jewish Nobel’ winnings to help people affected by COVID-19
4 May 2020
Natan Sharansky, recipient of the Jewish Nobel Prize, originally planned to use the $1 million prize money to promote human rights and Zionism but has now re...
4 May 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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EuroTrip
30 Apr 2020
In this episode of Israel Policy Pod, hosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz, joined by Policy Director Michael Koplow, explore the potential international reper...
30 Apr 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Israel's Commanders Confront Annexation
29 Apr 2020
In this episode, the hosts discuss with Dan Rothem, CEO of Commanders for Israel's Security, the potential consequences of the West Bank annexation plan. The...
29 Apr 2020
Jewish Insider
Meet Antone Melton-Meaux, Ilhan Omar’s primary challenger who wants to end divisive politics
28 Apr 2020
Antone Melton-Meaux, a mediation specialist and congressional candidate, challenges Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) in the Democratic primary for Minnesota's 5th dist...
28 Apr 2020
Tel Aviv Review
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Fraught Friends: Israel and the EU, Past and Present
27 Apr 2020
The Israel-EU relationship, stemming from their post-World War II founding ideals, is complex, characterized by strong economic ties but political tensions. ...
27 Apr 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Access East Jerusalem
23 Apr 2020
This episode discusses the unique challenges faced by East Jerusalem residents in accessing healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially due to their ...
23 Apr 2020
Promised Podcast
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The “What is Israeli?” Edition
23 Apr 2020
In the "What is Israeli?" Edition podcast, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the recent coalition agreement between PM Netanyahu a...
23 Apr 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Countdown to Annexation
23 Apr 2020
Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz discuss the implications of the Netanyahu-Gantz coalition agreement, highlighting its potential to fast-track West Bank annexati...
23 Apr 2020
Tel Aviv Review
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Cherchez Les Femmes
20 Apr 2020
Dr. Rachel Mesch, a professor at Yeshiva University, talks about her book "Before Trans: Three Gender Stories from Nineteenth-Century France" on the Tel Aviv...
20 Apr 2020
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Making China Pay
16 Apr 2020
Jonathan Schanzer discusses in his article "Countering a Corrupt China" how Beijing has increased its influence in international institutions and suggests st...
16 Apr 2020
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The “Still Wandering the Desert” Edition
16 Apr 2020
In the discussion titled "The Still Wandering the Desert Edition," Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida explore the challenges Israel f...
16 Apr 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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A Fourth Election? In This Economy?
14 Apr 2020
The episode explores the complexities surrounding the potential for a fourth Israeli election amidst political instability and a public health crisis. Hosts ...
14 Apr 2020
Promised Podcast
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The “Dialectics of Dayenu” Edition
8 Apr 2020
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss significant topics including the merging of parties in Israel, the high COVID-19 rates among Ult...
8 Apr 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Americans, Israelis, Palestinians, and the World Ahead
2 Apr 2020
Evan Gottesman and Ilan Goldenberg discuss how the coronavirus pandemic may reshape U.S. foreign policy, particularly concerning the Middle East and Israeli-...
2 Apr 2020
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The “What Gantz Wants” Edition
2 Apr 2020
In this discussion, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida focus on Benny Gantz's decision to join a government under Prime Minister Neta...
2 Apr 2020
Jewish Insider
Darrell Issa’s second political act
2 Apr 2020
Former Congressman Darrell Issa, known for his long Republican tenure in Southern California's 49th congressional district, is making a political comeback, r...
2 Apr 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Blue and White Blues
31 Mar 2020
In this episode, hosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz discuss the fracturing of the Israeli center-left and the political implications of Benny Gantz's decisio...
31 Mar 2020
Tablet
My Own Private Haggadah
27 Mar 2020
The author reflects on her family's unique Seder traditions and the challenges of passing down her parents' story of struggle and resilience to her children....
27 Mar 2020
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The “Chair Today, Gone Tomorrow” Edition
26 Mar 2020
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida discuss the near-shattering of Israeli democracy during the COVID-19 crisis and question the lack ...
26 Mar 2020
Jewish Insider
Born in California, raised in Gaza — will San Diego send this millennial to Congress?
26 Mar 2020
Ammar Campa-Najjar, a candidate for Congress in a historically conservative Southern California district, brings a unique perspective shaped by his childhood...
26 Mar 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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One State: The Logical Conclusion of Annexation
25 Mar 2020
In this episode, hosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz discuss the Israel Policy Forum's study on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with retired IDF Colonel Shau...
25 Mar 2020
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The “Don’t Kiss the Wailing Wall!” Edition
19 Mar 2020
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron explore the implications of Blue-&-White leader Benny Gantz receiving the mandate to form a government i...
19 Mar 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Three Elections, Zero Winners
17 Mar 2020
This episode of Israel Policy Pod dissects the political stalemate in Israel following three elections, focusing on Benny Gantz's challenges in forming a gov...
17 Mar 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Emergency Coronalition
12 Mar 2020
In this episode, the hosts discuss the political maneuverings in Israel amidst the coronavirus outbreak, with Netanyahu proposing an emergency unity governme...
12 Mar 2020
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The “Love in the Time of Corona” Edition
12 Mar 2020
This text discusses Israel's swift response to the coronavirus pandemic and its implications on the country's political culture, along with Benny Gantz's eff...
12 Mar 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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A Flashback From the 1980s: The Jordanian Option
10 Mar 2020
The episode of Israel Policy Pod delves into the Jordanian option as a potential resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, examining its history, viabi...
10 Mar 2020
Tel Aviv Review
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I'll Have What She's Having
9 Mar 2020
Adeena Sussman's popular Israeli cookbook, Sababa, has gained widespread acclaim for its seamless blend of storytelling and diverse recipes that reflect her ...
9 Mar 2020
Jewish Insider
A day in the Bronx with a DNC vice chair running for Congress
6 Mar 2020
Michael Blake, a South Bronx native and current state assemblyman, is vying to represent New York's 15th congressional district with a formidable campaign ma...
6 Mar 2020
Promised Podcast
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The “Take a Deep Breath” Edition
5 Mar 2020
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the recent Israeli elections, reflecting on the voters' sentiments and the future leadership und...
5 Mar 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Searching for a Viable Option
27 Feb 2020
In this episode, the speakers critically evaluate alternatives to the two-state solution in addressing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They explore various...
27 Feb 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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The Election to End All Elections?
26 Feb 2020
In this episode, Eli Kowaz and Neri Zilber discuss the precarious nature of the Israeli election landscape as Netanyahu seeks a narrow majority and Gantz nav...
26 Feb 2020
Tel Aviv Review
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My Neighbor, My Kapo
24 Feb 2020
Professor Dan Porat's book "Bitter Reckoning: Israel Tries Holocaust Survivors as Nazi Collaborators" sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of Jewish history...
24 Feb 2020
Menschwarmers
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Eric Koreen of The Athletic has the Most Jewish Superpower of All: Doubt
21 Feb 2020
Eric Koreen, a writer for The Athletic who covers the Raptors, discusses his Jewish heritage and how doubt is his superpower on the Menschwarmers podcast hos...
21 Feb 2020
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The “Getting Blitzed!” Edition
20 Feb 2020
"Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron talk about Benny Gantz's appeal to Israeli voters, comparing it to a scene from Notting Hill. They also...
20 Feb 2020
Promised Podcast
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The “Self-Determination Abnegation?” Edition
13 Feb 2020
The discussion features Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida reviewing significant topics: Netanyahu's endorsement of Trump's peace pla...
13 Feb 2020
Tel Aviv Review
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More Jewish, Less Democratic?
10 Feb 2020
Rabbi Hara Person, the Chief Executive of the Central Conference of American Rabbis, has published a book titled Deepening the Dialogue: American Jews and Is...
10 Feb 2020
Israel Policy Pod
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Mapping the Trump Plan
7 Feb 2020
Eli Kowaz discusses with analyst Dan Rothem the implications of the Trump administration's Peace to Prosperity plan on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Roth...
7 Feb 2020
Promised Podcast
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The “Godlessness, in Theory & Practice” Edition
6 Feb 2020
In a discussion on godlessness in theory and practice, sociologist JAccuses the left in Israel of embracing postmodern relativism, allowing rabbis to gain in...
6 Feb 2020
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The “Bibi’s Busy Week” Edition
30 Jan 2020
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron analyze three significant topics in Israel, including the controversial reactions to President Trump's p...
30 Jan 2020
Forward
How would the tunnel Trump proposes between the West Bank and Gaza work?
30 Jan 2020
President Trump's 180-page peace plan for the Middle East includes a proposal to build a 25-mile tunnel connecting the West Bank and Gaza, although specific ...
30 Jan 2020