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Promised Podcast headphones The “give peace a deadline” edition 24 Dec 2014
Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the Palestinian proposal for peace negotiations with a deadline set by the UN Security Council, questioning the potential outc...
24 Dec 2014
Tablet Strangers in Their Own Country 23 Dec 2014
In this thought-provoking piece, the author reflects on the feeling of being a stranger in one's own country, a sentiment experienced by individuals when the...
23 Dec 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The "e pluribus screw 'em" edition 17 Dec 2014
In this episode, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the Labor Party's attempts to unite center-left parties in Israel, focusing on the Livni-Herzog rotation and ...
17 Dec 2014
Promised Podcast headphones Woman of valor, who will elect? 10 Dec 2014
Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the campaign to have ultra-Orthodox women run in upcoming elections, potentially signaling shifts within the community. They a...
10 Dec 2014
Tablet An Interview with Israel’s Most Wanted Man, Rabbi Yehuda Glick 10 Dec 2014
Yehuda Glick, a prominent figure advocating for Jewish prayer rights at the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, was shot four times by a Palestinian assailant in an a...
10 Dec 2014
Jewish Review of Books Letters, Winter 2015 9 Dec 2014
The Winter 2015 edition of Letters featured various perspectives on Israel, ethics in warfare, and Jewish historical figures. Discussions included refuting t...
9 Dec 2014
Jewish Review of Books And How Do You Like Israel? 9 Dec 2014
The text discusses the evolving international perception of Israel post-1967, attributing the shift to various factors such as the revolutionary left's suppo...
9 Dec 2014
Jewish Review of Books Shifting Sands 9 Dec 2014
Shlomo Sand, a well-known anti-Israel Israeli intellectual and history professor, challenges traditional Jewish narratives in his book "How I Stopped Being a...
9 Dec 2014
Tel Aviv Review headphones Political science: Early Israeli-German scientific exchanges 4 Dec 2014
Prof. Ute Deichmann discusses the early Israeli-German scientific exchanges and their role in paving the way for normalization of diplomatic relations betwee...
4 Dec 2014
Tablet Abbas’ Dangerous War 18 Nov 2014
The article discusses the recent surge of violence in Israel, questioning if it marks the beginning of a third Intifada, potentially orchestrated by Palestin...
18 Nov 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The ‘Jewesses with Guns’ Edition 12 Nov 2014
The text discusses the current situation in Israel, questioning whether the recent violence signifies the start of a new intifada. It also explores lawmaker ...
12 Nov 2014
Tel Aviv Review headphones Sir Moses Montefiore: a world Jewish leader before such even existed 6 Nov 2014
The podcast discusses various topics, including the perception of the Nakba in Israeli society, the history of Pop-Rock music in Israel and globally, and the...
6 Nov 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The “What’s Red and Blue got to do with Blue and White?” Edition 5 Nov 2014
In a discussion led by Allison, Don, and Noah, three significant topics are covered: Prime Minister Netanyahu displays open support for American Republicans,...
5 Nov 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The 'Whither Jerusalem?' Edition 29 Oct 2014
The discussion on 'Whither Jerusalem?' addresses the recent violence in Jerusalem and the debate on the potential start of the Third Intifada, proposing the ...
29 Oct 2014
Promised Podcast headphones A tale of two lefties 21 Oct 2014
In a discussion between Allison, Don, and Noah, several topics are touched upon, including the contrasting views of Israeli MKs Zahava Gal-On and Hilik Bar o...
21 Oct 2014
Forward Christian Evangelicals Push Aliyah — and Jews Are Concerned 19 Oct 2014
The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, a major evangelical Christian group supporting Israel, plans to launch its own aliyah operation to facil...
19 Oct 2014
Tel Aviv Review headphones Rise and decline of civilizations: Lessons for the Jewish People 17 Oct 2014
Dr. Salomon Wald, a senior fellow at the Jewish People Policy Institute, discusses the unique position of the Jewish civilization in relation to the rise and...
17 Oct 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The 'calamari is kosher, right?' edition 15 Oct 2014
In this podcast episode, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the idea of potentially dividing Israel into smaller, more culturally and ideologically homogenous lo...
15 Oct 2014
Tablet The Humble Pita Bread Gets a Culinary Makeover 14 Oct 2014
Pita bread in Israel is undergoing a culinary makeover, with gourmet pita establishments offering upscale fillings like lamb kebab and chicken steak. Celebri...
14 Oct 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The 'doctors, lawyers, and rabbis' edition 7 Oct 2014
In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah delve into the topics of doctors' public political expressions, the judging of judges by lawyers in Israel, and the r...
7 Oct 2014
Tablet Brookings Responds to Tablet Piece on Qatar Funding 2 Oct 2014
Brookings Institution, in response to accusations by Lee Smith about Martin Indyk and Qatar funding, clarified that the $14.8 million from Qatar was a pledge...
2 Oct 2014
Promised Podcast headphones Fear and loathing at the UN 30 Sep 2014
Allison, Don, and Noah engage in discussions about various topics including recent speeches by PA President Abbas and Israeli PM Netanyahu at the UN, the rul...
30 Sep 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The death and life of the Left 24 Sep 2014
The article discusses the decline of the Israeli Left, questioning whether its focus on international issues led to its demise instead of addressing domestic...
24 Sep 2014
Forward This Beekeeper Means Business 23 Sep 2014
Ishai Zeldner's journey with bees began on a kibbutz in Israel over 40 years ago, leading him to establish Z Specialty Foods in California, specializing in g...
23 Sep 2014
Promised Podcast headphones You say goodbye, and I say hello 18 Sep 2014
Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the Unit 8200 'refuseniks' exposing Israeli intelligence practices, questioning if they were justified and why there is opposi...
18 Sep 2014
Tablet How Peace Negotiator Martin Indyk Cashed a Big, Fat $14.8 Million Check From Qatar 17 Sep 2014
Martin Indyk, a peace negotiator involved in Israeli-Palestinian relations, received a substantial $14.8 million from Qatar while working at the Brookings In...
17 Sep 2014
Jewish Review of Books Shaking Up Israel’s Kosher Certification System 16 Sep 2014
The text discusses the case of Ilana Raskin challenging the Jerusalem religious council's attempt to restrict entertainment like belly dancing in venues with...
16 Sep 2014
Jewish Review of Books The Ethics of Protective Edge 16 Sep 2014
The text discusses the ethical considerations surrounding Israel's military operations, particularly focusing on Operation Protective Edge against Hamas. It ...
16 Sep 2014
Promised Podcast headphones Acts of conscience, acts of love 11 Sep 2014
In a podcast episode, host Noah Efron interviews IDF reservist Gilad Halpern, a conscientious objector who spent time in military jail for objecting to his c...
11 Sep 2014
Tel Aviv Review headphones A eulogy to a different kind of Zionism 4 Sep 2014
Prof. Ofer Shiff discusses the legacy of Abba Hillel Silver, an American-Jewish leader who advocated for a diaspora-based form of Zionism but ultimately lost...
4 Sep 2014
Tablet The Right Hand Washes the Left 3 Sep 2014
The strained relationship between Israel's secular Labor Zionists and the ultra-Orthodox minority has roots dating back to the founding of the state, with th...
3 Sep 2014
Tel Aviv Review headphones A time of harmonious coexistence: The Jews and Muslims of Tinghir 29 Aug 2014
Prof. Menachem Hofnung presents a study on Israel's treatment of Arab informants, shedding light on a complex issue. Additionally, a documentary film, "Tingh...
29 Aug 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The 'war’s end' edition 28 Aug 2014
In the discussion, Allison, Don, and Noah explore the significance of the recent ceasefire in Israel and how it can be utilized to build a better future amid...
28 Aug 2014
Tablet An Insider’s Guide to the Most Important Story on Earth 26 Aug 2014
The article "An Insiders Guide to the Most Important Story on Earth" critiques the international media's disproportionate focus on Israel and Gaza compared t...
26 Aug 2014
Promised Podcast headphones what now? 21 Aug 2014
Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the potential impact of war on perceptions, examining whether conflict in Gaza influences hawkish viewpoints. They also delve ...
21 Aug 2014
Tablet In Israel, Cooperative Restaurants Put Politics on the Menu 20 Aug 2014
In response to economic discontent and social injustice in Israel, cooperative restaurants like Bar-Kayma in Tel Aviv have emerged as a model for a fair and ...
20 Aug 2014
Forward Better The Enemy You Know — Gaza’s Other Terror Groups 15 Aug 2014
The article discusses the presence of various terrorist groups in Gaza, including Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, the Popular Resistance Committees, and ji...
15 Aug 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The 'one-and-a-half state' solution 14 Aug 2014
In a discussion on the "one-and-a-half state" solution, the topic of Israel's peace prospects under Netanyahu's leadership and the role of gender in war and ...
14 Aug 2014
Tablet Meet the Kurds, a Historically Oppressed People Who Will Get Their Own State 14 Aug 2014
The article discusses the Kurdish people's historical oppression, their swift territorial gains in Iraq amidst ISIS advances in 2014, and the potential for a...
14 Aug 2014
Promised Podcast headphones 'What's the blockade about?' edition 7 Aug 2014
Ilene, Don, and Noah discuss the purpose and impact of Israel's blockade on Gaza, questioning its effectiveness and consequences. They also consider European...
7 Aug 2014
Forward Gaza Tunnels: How They Work, What Israel Knew 27 Jul 2014
The article discusses Israels awareness of the threat posed by Hamas tunnels in Gaza, highlighting that the IDF and government were cognizant of the tunnels'...
27 Jul 2014
Tablet Anti-Israel Protests Make the Case for Israel 22 Jul 2014
Recent anti-Israel protests across cities like Paris, Berlin, and London highlight a troubling resurgence of antisemitism, underscoring the necessity of Isra...
22 Jul 2014
Promised Podcast headphones The 'Better Times' Edition 17 Jul 2014
The text discusses various experiences and reflections of individuals living in Israel. It includes segments such as dancing the Ethiopian shoulder shake on ...
17 Jul 2014
Forward Why Killing Kids on Gaza Beach Is Bad Hasbara 17 Jul 2014
The article discusses the challenges Israel faces in its public relations efforts due to incidents like the killing of four children playing soccer on a Gaza...
17 Jul 2014
Tablet Why Obama, Kerry, Abbas, Hamas, BDS, and Hezbollah Will All Go Poof! 10 Jul 2014
The text discusses the historical challenges faced by the Jewish community, particularly in Israel, in dealing with various political powers such as the Otto...
10 Jul 2014
Tablet A Familiar Name Fights Presbyterian Divestment 3 Jul 2014
Gustav Niebuhr, a professor and grand-nephew of Reinhold Niebuhr, a renowned Protestant theologian, is actively opposing the Presbyterian Church (USA)'s deci...
3 Jul 2014
Promised Podcast headphones 'Sextremism' in the war on patriarchy is no vice! 26 Jun 2014
The article discusses the political debate in Israel, questioning if the recent solidarity following West Bank kidnappings is overshadowing the need to hold ...
26 Jun 2014
Promised Podcast headphones Losing Patience, Losing Power, & Losing Dignity 19 Jun 2014
In this episode of the Promised Podcast, the hosts address the complexity of the recent West Bank teen kidnappings. They steer away from the topic due to its...
19 Jun 2014
Tablet Obama Thinks Iran Can Rescue American Interests in the Middle East: He’s Wrong 18 Jun 2014
The text discusses President Obama's evolving Middle East strategy, highlighting a shift towards building a partnership with Iran despite opposition from tra...
18 Jun 2014
Jewish Review of Books Letters, Summer 2014 15 Jun 2014
In the Summer 2014 issue of Letters, different authors address key points in recent articles. Saul Newman clarifies the relationship between his grandfather,...
15 Jun 2014