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In this discussion, the participants explore three main topics. Firstly, they debate a proposed bill in Israel suggesting term limits for Prime Ministers, po...

Yom Haatzmaut is a day to reflect on Israel's independence and its adherence to the values laid out by David Ben-Gurion. To celebrate the occasion, Guy Sharr...

Religions scholar Shai Ferraro from Tel Aviv University discusses the rise of pagan rituals in modern Israel and their juxtaposition with Judaism’s historica...

Dr. Esther Carmel-Hakim, a historian of Zionism at the University of Haifa, discusses the significant but often overlooked role that women played in the earl...

In a discussion titled "The 'Ugly Israelis?' Edition," the hosts delve into the significance of the phrase "Never again" regarding the Holocaust, exploring t...

Dr. Rachel Werczberger, an anthropologist and religious scholar, discusses the emergence of new forms of spirituality in Israeli society in light of traditio...

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

In the "OUR Killer?" edition, Gilad Halpern, Naomi Zeveloff, and Noah explore the Israeli support for a soldier who shot a Palestinian stabber, question if l...

Amid Israel's involvement in the Azeri-Armenian conflict over Ngorno-Karabakh, it maintains a strategic balance, considering its alliance with Azerbaijan for...

Dr. Shayna Weiss, a post-doctoral fellow at Tel Aviv University, explores the beginnings of gender segregation at Israeli beaches with host Gilad Halpern. Th...

The "Four Sons for a New Generation" edition discusses modern interpretations of the four sons from the Midrash, aligning them with contemporary archetypes. ...

Israeli scientist Raphael Mechoulam, known as the "Godfather of THC," discovered tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the compound in cannabis responsible for its psy...

In the text, Abbi and Ilana from the show "Broad City" embark on a Birthright trip to Israel called Birthmark. The trip is seen as a way to help them navigat...

Yaakov Katz, a former aide to Naftali Bennett, has been appointed as the new editor-in-chief of the Jerusalem Post, succeeding Steven Linde. Katz, who former...

Gilad Halpern and Professor Yaarah Bar-On discuss the decline of the kibbutz movement in Israel, once a central part of Israeli and Zionist ideology. They an...

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

Meir Dagan, the former Mossad chief who passed away, became a posthumous cornea donor, aiding two elderly Israelis in restoring their sight at Ichilov Hospit...

Professor Brian Horowitz discusses the life of Ze'ev Jabotinsky, a controversial Zionist leader who founded Israel's Revisionist right. Jabotinsky's autobiog...

This piece discusses various topics, including the controversial view of some Israelis who consider a combat medic shooting an injured Palestinian terrorist ...

Reuven Ben-Yosef, a poet who emigrated to Israel and changed his name from Robert Eliot Reiss, is remembered by his brother James through a collection of his...

In Hillel Cohen's examination of the 1929 Arab-Jewish conflict in Palestine, he challenges the traditional Zionist narrative by portraying the attacks on Jew...

"Moods" by Yoel Hoffmann, translated by Peter Cole, delves into the profound impact and limitations of speech, portrayed through 191 interconnected fragments...

Rabbi Elli Fischer's article challenges the authority of the Israeli Chief Rabbinate and its restrictive practices, highlighting personal experiences where h...

This article discusses the rediscovery of a Yiddish interview with Golda Meir, conducted by journalist Shlomo Ben-Israel in 1971. The interview covers variou...

The text emphasizes the importance of appreciating and loving the Land of Israel, Eretz Yisrael, despite the challenges faced by religious communities there....

The Koren Mahzor for Yom Haatzmaut and Yom Yerushalayim, translated by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks and reviewed by Shaul Robinson, explores the challenges of creati...

In this episode of the Tel Aviv Review, the hosts delve into three significant topics. Firstly, they discuss a troubling finding from the Pew Research Center...

In episode 33 of Sticks and Stones, a Catholic high school basketball game against a heavily Jewish public school in a Boston suburb escalates with name-call...

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

In a conversation about key issues, the "Trump Israel?" edition explores three main topics: the controversy over expressing sympathy for the parents of slain...

Prof. Chaim Noy discusses his research on the visitor book at Jerusalem's war museum, offering insights into Israeli society. Through his book, "Thank You Fo...

In the "Girls with Scissors" Edition, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss three main topics: the controversy surrounding IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot's statem...

Michael Glassner, who began his political career working for Bob Dole in the 1988 presidential campaign, progressed to roles with the Port Authority and invo...

In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss topics including Israeli opposition leader Isaac Herzog's proposal for a fence to separate from Palestinians,...

Prof. Moshe Zimmermann from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem explores the parallels between the fragile German democracy of the 1930s and contemporary Isra...

In this article, Allison, Noah, and Gilad Halpern from Tel Aviv Review discuss important topics related to emotion. They ponder the Israeli left's perceived ...

Bernie Sanders, a Democratic presidential candidate, gained attention when it was revealed that he stayed at Shaar Ha'amakim kibbutz in Israel in 1963. Sande...

Allison, Don, and Noah discuss the designation of part of the Western Wall as pluralist and egalitarian, questioning if it's a victory or compromise. They de...

Prof. Raanan Rein delves into the intricate history of Spanish-Israeli relations over three decades, examining the challenges and developments leading up to ...

In this episode of the Tel Aviv Review, Gilad Halpern, Dahlia Scheindlin, and Noah discuss various topics, including foreign funding for NGOs in Israel, trus...

The firing of Israeli basketball legend David Blatt as head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers sparked speculation about anti-Semitism, particularly in the Isr...

Prof. Benjamin Z. Kedar discusses his new collection of essays on Chaim Weizmann with host Gilad Halpern, highlighting Weizmann's role as Israel's first pres...

In Bringing the Heat Ep. 25, the guest Rebecca Vilkomerson, executive director of Jewish Voice for Peace, discusses the organization's mission to end the Isr...

The history and significance of the date palm in Israel, intertwined with the country's own story, reflect its diverse uses from providing food, fiber, and s...

Professor Jeff Halper discusses his book "War Against the People," focusing on Israel's role in global politics as a leading proponent of a "securocratic" re...

Dr. Guy Ziv discusses the topic of Israel's political shift towards the left over time, focusing on Shimon Peres as a case study in his book "Why Hawks Becom...

Dr. Ido Shahar, a Middle East history lecturer at the University of Haifa, discusses in his book "Legal Pluralism in the Holy City" the unique case of Sharia...

The text is a satirical and self-reflective account of an Israeli boy's perspective on Israel, its history, culture, conflicts, and his family's experiences....

At Limmud in Birmingham, England, Allison, Noah, and Prof. Sara Hirschhorn delve into three significant topics: the exaggeration of reports on Israel's decli...

The text discusses the complex dynamics in Jerusalem as seen through the lens of a walk around the city. It highlights the daily interactions and tensions be...