Tag: Don Futterman

In this podcast episode, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss the near-war situation with Gaza leading up to elections, reflect on the intense Israeli election campaigns, and ponder why pride is associated with the Right and shame with the Left in Israel.
In this episode of "The Crossing Lines Edition," Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss significant topics such as US President Trump recognizing Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights, Bernie Sanders criticizing conditions in Palestine, and a potentially influential feminist, social-democratic party emerging in upcoming elections.
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman tackle three significant topics in Israel, from PM Netanyahu's increased popularity following bribery accusations to the growing trend of sending children to Arabic-Hebrew bilingual schools.
Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Miriam Herschlag discuss the potential of Palestinian-Israeli parties joining the ruling coalition, the New Right Party's campaign integrating Judaism, Israeli identity, and right-wing politics, and the ethical dilemma of assisting a friend in moving to a West Bank settlement.
Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Miriam Herschlag discuss whether it's time for a Palestinian-Israeli party to join the ruling coalition, the integration of Judaism, Israeli identity, and right-wing politics by Israel's New Right Party, and the ethical dilemma of helping a friend move to a West Bank settlement.
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman delve into the challenges facing the new centrist mega-party Blue & White in Israel, which encompasses various political ideologies.
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss key topics including the significance of election campaigns, MK Dov Khenin's resignation for political change outside the Knesset, and a Supreme Court appeal against the Nation-State Law claiming discrimination against Mizrahi Jews.
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss significant topics such as the relevance of election campaigns, the resignation of MK Dov Khenin to seek political change outside the Knesset, and a Supreme Court appeal against the Nation-State Law for its impact on Mizrahi Jews.
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss significant developments in Israeli politics: the split of the modern-Orthodox Jewish Home party to form The New Right, the emergence of a new centrist party led by generals gaining popularity in polls, and the dismissal of Tzippi Livni by Avi Gabbay from Israels labor party, prompting reflection on the state of the left.
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss various important topics such as Israels reaction to yellow-vest protests, the differing views on democracy between Israeli leftists and right-wingers, and the implications of a Christmas tree in an Israeli mall.
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss the Palestinian Authority's new schoolbooks promoting anti-Jewish sentiment, leading to a cut in EU aid.
Don Futterman, Noah Efron, and Naomi Zeveloff discuss significant topics including Trump cutting funding for Palestinian refugees, a surge in homeschooled Israeli children, reflections on the past year, and the challenge of American rabbis addressing Israel this Rosh Hashanah.
In this podcast episode, Don Futterman, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron discuss the controversial joint declaration by the Prime Ministers of Israel and Poland regarding WWII, the debate among historians about the treatment of Jews by Poles during that time, and the appropriateness of Israeli leaders signing such agreements.
The episode of WhyWhyWhy! focuses on the theme of "Talkin' 'bout a Revolution" with stories by various speakers.
The episode of WhyWhyWhy! titled "Talkin' 'bout a Revolution" features stories by various speakers on this theme such as Judah Ari Gross and Margot Saffer.
In a discussion led by Haaretz's International Director Charlotte Halle, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman, three significant topics were covered along with a heartwarming anecdote from Israel.
In this podcast episode, Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss the perceived importance of American Jewish opinions by Israelis, issues when criticism of Israel merges with anti-Semitism, and the ethics of defense companies donating to educational institutions.
In this podcast episode, Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss various significant topics, including the response to a tragic event resulting in multiple casualties, the debate between freedom of expression in Tel Aviv versus decency in Jerusalem, and the reaction to Netta Barzilai's Eurovision win by some leftist Israelis.
In this discussion, Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman address three main topics: the perplexing issue of 61 deaths, a comparison between the differing approaches to free expression in Tel Aviv and decency in Jerusalem, and leftist reactions to Netta Barzilai's Eurovision Song Contest victory raising questions about national pride.
In a podcast episode titled "The Age of Uncertainty Edition," the hosts explore significant topics including concerns raised by Trump's decisions and escalating tensions in northern Israel, the implications of the Rabbinic Courts Bill on marriage and divorce, and debates surrounding Israeli Rabbinic authority.
In this discussion, Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman delve into the influence of the Jewish Agency on Israeli politics, the concept of prioritizing Israel's interests over global economic ties, and the controversy surrounding the Jerusalem Museum of Natural History concealing exhibits on evolution for ultra-Orthodox visitors.
In the "What About Natalie? Edition," hosts Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman cover three key topics including a discussion with Haaretz correspondent Anshel Pfeffer about his book on Benjamin Netanyahu, debates about the legacy of Israels old Labor elite versus moving forward, and a tribute to the music group Pele Ozen and their new single supporting African refugees in Israel.
Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss Anshel Pfeffer's book on Benjamin Netanyahu, debating the impact of Israel's old Labor elite and the significance of Natalie Portman's recent actions in Israel.
Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss the complexities of viewing IDF soldiers as "our kids," questioning if this hinders moral and strategic thinking about the army.
Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman in the discussion explore the Great March of Return in Gaza, debating whether it is a non-violent protest or a dangerous breach of Israel's borders.