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Amos Goldberg, a Holocaust historian, discusses his controversial stance that Israel's actions in Gaza constitute genocide. He explains the socio-political c...

Lior Sternfeld discusses his book "Iran: Life itself," which aims to provide Israelis with a deeper understanding of Iran beyond common stereotypes and media...

The episode delves into the complex dynamics between minority communities and the police in Israel, highlighting the unique situation of Arab citizens who, d...

Adam Kirsch discusses the use of the term 'settler colonialism' in framing Israeli-Palestinian relations, emphasizing its transformation from an academic the...

Guy Miron delves into the spatial and temporal experiences of German Jews under Nazi persecution, analyzing how the reordering of time and space affected the...

Gilad Halpern hosts Dr. Ido Yahel to discuss the pivotal transition in Syria's leadership from Bashar al-Assad to Ahmad al-Shahra, known as al-Julani, and th...

Prof. Jonathan Dekel-Chen explores the complex history of Jews in 20th-century Russia, highlighting their evolution from marginalized subjects to significant...

Dr. Amit Levy delves into the history of Oriental studies in Israel, highlighting the significant influence of German Orientalism transplanted by Jewish scho...

Despite initial setbacks, the Israeli government's pursuit of judicial overhaul has resumed, adopting a new, more covert approach. Suzie Navot emphasizes Isr...

Dr. Rona Aviram and Omer Benjakob explore Wikipedia's journey as a primary source of knowledge, highlighting its transparency and reliance on collective inpu...

Dr. Anna Kushkova explores how Jewish underground entrepreneurial networks flourished in the Soviet Union, defying socialist norms and aiding in the survival...

William Kolbrener and Ronit Eitan discuss their platform Writing on the Wall and their magazine Balagan, aiming to foster diverse conversations in literature...

Filmmaker Neta Shoshani discusses her documentary, "1948: Remember, Remember Not," which explores Israel's foundational War of Independence and its subsequen...

Tom Eshed, a postdoctoral fellow, explores the evolution of antisemitism research post-World War II, emphasizing its complex relationship with Zionism and Is...

Professor Adam Shinar discusses the historical and modern implications of Israel's Film and Theatre Review Board, highlighting its colonial roots and role in...

Dr. Lee Mordechai, a Byzantine historian, shifts his focus to collecting detailed evidence of alleged atrocities in the ongoing Gaza War, ultimately concludi...

Elyakim Rubinstein details his pivotal role in negotiations between Israel and its neighbors, particularly highlighting the historic peace treaty with Jordan...

Dr. Yael Dekel discusses the innovative use of digital methods in studying Israeli literature, focusing on a project that blends traditional close reading wi...

Prof. Nir Arielli explores 10,000 years of history at the Dead Sea, highlighting its environmental challenges and historical significance. He discusses the u...

Dr. Eran Shamir-Borer discusses Israel's precarious legal situation in the international arena, focusing on its actions in Gaza and the broader context of Is...

Yehuda Shenhav Shaharabani reflects on his profound connection with Lebanese novelist Elias Khoury, highlighting the author's influential role in bridging cu...

Dr. Brandon Friedman analyzes the complex geopolitical implications of the Abraham Accords in light of recent tensions between Israel and Palestine following...

Galit Cohen discusses the strategic implications of the climate crisis on national security, emphasizing the challenges in supply chain disruptions and the n...

Daniel Lörcher, founder of 'What Matters', discusses the challenge of antisemitism in soccer and the broader role the sport can play in promoting tolerance a...

Ricarda Louk reflects on the life and tragic death of her daughter Shani, a German-Israeli tattoo artist and victim of the Nova festival massacre, while high...

Dr. Tammy Hoffman discusses how public education in Israel can counteract the erosion of democratic norms and the adverse effects of social media. She highli...

Dr. Nimrod Lin explores the complex demographic strategies and challenges faced by Zionists in British Mandate Palestine, highlighting how these shaped Israe...

Professor Roni Stauber discusses the complex post-Holocaust relationship between Israel and West Germany, highlighting the intricate balance of diplomacy and...

Dr. Matthias Becker discusses the Decoding Antisemitism project, which utilizes novel technological and scholarly tools to analyze and monitor antisemitism o...

Eran Halperin explores the psychological depths of hate, arguing it is a stable and intense emotion, targeting entire groups rather than specific actions, un...

Dr. Yoav Fromer explores the evolution of Israeli conservatism and its American influences, centering on themes of political populism and judicial reforms. H...

Joshua Leifer discusses the complexities of American Jewish identity in his book, highlighting shifts post-October 7th and the irresistible impact of Israel ...

Eviatar Zerubavel discusses his book exploring the dichotomy between personalness and impersonality in social life, offering insights into how modern society...

Prof. Orit Rozin discusses her book "Emotions of Conflict: Israel 1949-1967," examining how the Israeli establishment managed public emotions during times of...

Professor Liora Halperin, an expert at the University of Washington, delves into her book "The Oldest Guard: Forging the Zionist Settler Past," shedding ligh...

Yael Zerubavel, a Professor Emerita at Rutgers University, has released a new book called "Desert, Island, Wall: Symbolic Landscapes and the Politics of Spac...

Dr. Jonathan Grossman discusses the changing perspective in Israel towards Israeli emigrants, moving from seeing them as traitors to recognizing them as impo...

Anne Rethmann delves into post-1945 human rights discussions, focusing on the views of Austrian-Jewish lawyer Franz Bienenfeld on justice and comparing them ...

Professor Rotem Giladi provides a deep dive into Israel's early legal diplomacy, exploring how Zionist ideology influenced and often conflicted with internat...

Dr. Timo Aava explores the non-territorial autonomy granted to minorities in interwar Estonia, highlighting the unique case of Jewish self-government. Throug...

Dr. Eran Shlomi explores the nuanced dynamics of Zionist diplomacy at the League of Nations, highlighting its role in the Zionist movement's path to statehoo...

Dr. Iris Nachum discusses the legal legacy of Jacob Robinson, particularly his work on compensation mechanisms for displaced persons, including ethnic German...

Prof. Jeffrey Herf discusses how antisemitism manifests through right-wing, left-wing, and Islamist ideologies, exploring their common ground and unique char...

Dr. Roni Mikel-Arieli's research explores the complex dynamics of Holocaust memory in apartheid South Africa, where Jews navigated a nuanced racial status. T...

Katharina von Schnurbein, EU Coordinator on Combating Antisemitism, discusses the increased antisemitic incidents in Europe following the events of October 7...

Dr. Andrew Port explores the complexities of Germany's post-Holocaust identity concerning genocide, drawing on German reactions to genocides in Cambodia, Rwa...

The episode discusses the complexities surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, focusing on the political landscape in Israel and the influence of exter...

Dr. Lihi Ben Shitrit and Dr. Dahlia Scheindlin explore the complex interplay between Israel's current political crises, focusing on the aftermath of October ...

Dr. Ahmad Agbaria discusses the historical and current status of Palestinian citizens of Israel, highlighting the erosion of their democratic rights amid ong...

The episode explores the revolutionary ideas and legacy of Frantz Fanon, emphasizing his unique approach to psychiatry and anti-colonial struggle while maint...