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Jonathan Dekel-Chen, whose son Sagui was recently released after being held hostage by Hamas, describes the relief of his son's return and the ongoing strugg...

David Horovitz discusses the current state of Israeli politics, focusing on the threats to democracy and the internal conflicts exacerbated by Prime Minister...

Dr. Micah Goodman discusses the complexities facing Israel as it decides whether to negotiate with Hamas for hostage release or continue military efforts. He...

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses Egypt's $53 billion plan for Gaza reconstruction, which aims to stabilize the region without addressing Hamas's disarmament. The p...

Film critic Jordan Hoffman discusses five Oscar-nominated films with Jewish or Israeli themes, amid a backdrop of ongoing conflict and controversy. These fil...

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the emotional impact of the Bibas family's captivity, how Hamas uses hostage release ceremonies to manipulate perceptions, and the...

The episode explores U.S. President Donald Trump's unexpected proposal to resettle the population of Gaza and the reactions from Israeli politicians and the ...

Haviv Rettig Gur analyzes the complex issue of implementing the death penalty in Israel for convicted terrorists, discussing its potential impact on hostage ...

Dani Dayan, Chairman of Yad Vashem, discusses the complexities surrounding Holocaust remembrance and the challenges faced in international politics after the...

Adir Miller's film "The Ring," inspired by his mother Marianne's incredible Holocaust survival story, showcases the intertwining of humor and tragedy in thei...

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the political and strategic complexities surrounding a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, highlighting the challenges f...

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the implications of Donald Trump's return to the White House for Israel, particularly regarding relations with Iran, Hamas, and th...

David Horovitz discusses the increasing attacks on media freedom in Israel, examining controversial government actions such as banning Al Jazeera and histori...

Comedian Yochay Sponder uses humor as a form of Israeli advocacy, especially in the wake of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, which claimed the life of his ...

Andrew Fox discusses the controversy surrounding casualty figures reported by the Hamas-run Ministry of Health in Gaza, arguing that these are inflated for p...

Middle East expert Ksenia Svetlova discusses the status of women's rights across the region, noting its importance as a measure of broader social freedom and...

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses Iran's precarious position following an op-ed by former Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, examining its implications ...

Tuvia Book, an IDF reservist and combat medic, self-reinstated into the reserves during the recent conflict, becoming part of an innovative medical extractio...

Haviv Rettig Gur analyzes the challenges facing Israel's left and center-left political parties, drawing parallels to the Democratic Party in the U.S. and th...

The podcast examines the rising resentment in Israel due to the Haredi community's continued exemption from military service despite the country's heightened...

Rabbi Irving Yitz Greenberg, a key figure in post-Holocaust Jewish identity, discusses his latest work, "The Triumph of Life," which proposes a new understan...

Haviv Rettig Gur and Amanda Borschel-Dan discuss the U.S. presidential election from an Israeli perspective, examining why Israelis reportedly favor Donald T...

Jewish Voice for Peace's use of Jewish Sukkot symbols with Palestinian iconography ignited controversy over misrepresenting and "propifying" Jewish rituals f...

Az Nashir: We Will Sing Again is a newly compiled women's prayer book, edited by Shira Lankin Sheps, Anne Gordon, and Rachel Sharansky Danziger. The antholog...

Aviva Klompas discusses her role in reshaping Israel education and confronting antisemitism through social media during Israel's multifront conflicts, emphas...

In his discussion with Jacob Magid, journalist Joshua Leifer examines the perceived decline of American Judaism and offers a potential path for revitalizatio...

Dr. Micah Goodman discusses the shifting narratives surrounding the ongoing conflicts in Israel, suggesting that the focus is moving from the Israeli-Palesti...

Haviv Rettig Gur and Amanda Borschel-Dan examine the hostilities affecting Israel, describing them as a regional conflict already in progress. They discuss t...

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove discusses how the identity of American Jews is influenced by current events in Israel and reflects on the connections between diaspora ...

Haviv Rettig Gur and Amanda Borschel-Dan discuss the difficult choice Israel faces regarding the release of hostages and the potential risk to ongoing milita...

Bret Stephens discusses the current state of North American universities, critically analyzing how concepts like critical theory and Diversity, Equity, and I...

Professor Aron Troen, specializing in Nutrition Science and Public Health, explores unjustified famine claims in Gaza amid the recent conflict, where his per...

Yossi Klein Halevi examines Israel's contemporary challenges amid the ongoing Gaza conflict, emphasizing the nation's struggle with internal divisions and er...

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the psychological and practical aspects of preparing for potential military strikes against Israel, exploring both personal and so...

Prof. Gerald Steinberg critiques major human rights organizations like Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International for their alleged hypocrisy towards Israe...

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses Israel's international standing amid amplified protests against its actions in Gaza, particularly focusing on its unique security ...

Economist Eugene Kandel discusses the potential future of Israel, focusing on internal societal divisions, economic sustainability, and government inefficien...

Israeli protests have significantly influenced political changes over the years, reflecting a deep cultural practice rooted in the country's tradition of pub...

Lobby 99, led by Rachel Gur, aims to alleviate Israel's high cost of living by advocating for competition and import reform. The discussion highlights the ne...

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the growing discontent within Israel's Likud party as a High Court ruling demands the drafting of Ultra-Orthodox men into the IDF,...

Holocaust historian Prof. Jan Grabowski discusses the misuse of Holocaust terminology in the context of the Israel-Hamas conflict, expressing concerns over t...

Discussing the perceived inequities and political motivations behind the use of international law and bodies like the UN against Israel, Haviv Rettig Gur arg...

Archaeologist Jodi Magness delves into Jerusalem's complex history, discussing the city's changing rulerships and cultural influence from the Bronze Age thro...

Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy addresses the October 7th use of rape and sexual violence as weapons by Hamas against Israeli women and children. Her new Civil Commi...

Rav Doron Perez discusses the tragic death of his son Daniel during the October 7th attacks by Hamas and how this loss has deepened his connection to Israel ...

Amidst the backdrop of conflict and economic challenges, Israel's economy shows resilience, particularly with the potential for growth from underemployed sec...

Haviv Rettig Gur explores the complexities of antisemitism, contrasting it with general prejudice and detailing its historical roots in Christianity and the ...

Jewish student leaders at Columbia University, Eden Yadegar and Elisha H. Baker, discuss the rise of antisemitism on their campus amid escalating pro-Palesti...

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the potential blacklisting of the Netzah Yehuda battalion by the United States under the Leahy Law due to reported human rights ab...

Veteran journalist and Mideast analyst Avi Issacharoff discusses the complex and volatile security landscape confronting Israel, including the growing threat...