Tag: Don Futterman

In this episode of "The Promised Podcast," Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss the Great March of Return in Gaza, questioning whether it is a non-violent protest or a dangerous attempt to breach Israel's border, and debate the role of IDF sharpshooters.
In this podcast, Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss the enduring support for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu despite corruption allegations, the debate over transitioning from a public to a mixed public-private higher education system, and the relevance of the story of the Exodus and the 40 years that followed for contemporary Israel.
The "Still Leaving Egypt, After All These Years Edition" of the podcast discusses three main topics: the enduring support for Netanyahu despite corruption allegations, the debate over transitioning from a public higher education system to a mixed public-private one, and the lessons modern-day Israel can draw from the story of the Exodus and the subsequent 40 years.
In this episode, the hosts discuss three main topics: the evolution of AIPAC to include progressives, the creation of an ultra-Orthodox Wikipedia called Ha-Michlol that aims to be the largest Jewish encyclopedia encompassing secular knowledge, and the launch of MINE, a website allowing the sale of gently-used designer clothes to promote affordability and sustainability.
Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss the inclusion of progressives in a new version of AIPAC, the creation of an ultra-Orthodox Wikipedia called Ha-Michlol, aimed at encompassing Jewish and secular topics, and the launch of MINE, a website for buying and selling designer clothes to promote affordability and sustainability.
In this podcast episode, Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman cover three significant topics in Israel.
Israeli hosts Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss the police recommendation for indictments against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for bribery, fraud, and breach of trust, with his party supporting him but opposition leaders calling for his resignation.
Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss the impact of Palestinian Authority President Abbas's recent speeches where he claimed Israel is a product of Western colonialism and "unconnected to Jews," questioning its implications for future Israeli-Palestinian relations.
Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman discuss three significant topics and share a heartening anecdote from Israel in a podcast episode titled "Selfie in Auschwitz? Edition."
Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman engage in a discussion covering three main topics: the role of the UN agency aiding Palestinians, the appropriateness of Israeli ministers leading public prayers for rain, and the controversy surrounding Israeli cuisine overshadowing Palestinian food.
In a recent discussion, Noah Efron, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Don Futterman explored three main topics: reconsidering the job role of the UN agency aiding Palestinians, questioning the appropriateness of a public prayer for rain organized by an Israeli minister at the Western Wall, and examining the controversy surrounding claims that the popularity of Israeli cuisine potentially erases Palestinian culinary heritage.
In a recent episode, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Haaretz journalist Allison Kaplan Sommer explore various significant topics and share a heartwarming anecdote from Israel.
In a recent discussion, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Allison Kaplan Sommer explore three key topics: right-wing participation in protests against Netanyahu's government, the implications of Palestinian teenager Ahed Tamimi's activism, and the concept of public opinion excommunication and rehabilitation following a sexual harassment incident involving Ari Shavit.
In this edition of The Webbutz, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Haaretz journalist Allison Kaplan Sommer discuss significant topics including the closure of Teva pharmaceutical factories in Israel and the potential nationalization of these factories, the demeanor of Israel's opposition politicians towards Prime Minister Netanyahu's government, and the Israeli essence behind entrepreneur Adam Neuman's WeWork workspaces ideology.
In the "The Webbutz? Edition," Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Haaretz journalist Allison Kaplan Sommer discuss Teva's decision to close factories in Israel, leading to the dismissal of 1,700 workers and debates on nationalization.
In this episode, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Allison Kaplan Sommer discuss three main topics: the controversy over an Israeli musician covering his eyes with duct tape to avoid seeing women dancing and whether this should be condemned, the struggle of Israel's Left to convey their patriotism effectively to fellow citizens, and the diminishing importance of Hanukkah as a Zionist and political holiday in Israel.
In a discussion led by Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Haaretz journalist Allison Kaplan Sommer, three main topics were covered: the controversy surrounding an Israeli musician who covered his eyes with duct tape to avoid seeing women dancing, the challenge faced by Israel's Left in convincing others of their patriotism, and the diminishing importance of Hanukkah in Israel, once considered a significant Zionist holiday.
Noah Efron, Don Futterman, Charlotte Hall, and Josh Weinberg discuss crucial topics live from Boston, including American Jews identifying with Israel despite leadership challenges, fears and hopes related to Trump's recognition of Jerusalem, and the effectiveness of demonstrations in light of potential ritualistic outcomes.
Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Charlotte Halle discuss Israel considering paying African asylum seekers to leave, questioning if this is addressing issues or reflecting xenophobia.
In this episode of "Unscrewed," Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Naomi Zeveloff discuss why some members of Israel's secular and Mizrahi right do not express grievances often associated with them, while relatively wealthy liberal-left voters feel discriminated against.
Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Miriam Herschlag discuss important topics including the use of militants' bodies as bargaining chips in Israel, the debate over the return of Palestinians displaced in 1948 in potential peace deals, and the potential negative impacts of the Israeli app Waze on the environment and democracy.
In this edition, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Miriam Herschlag discuss a new documentary web series featuring three passionate and armed young women living in different parts of the occupied territories.
In this episode, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Naomi Zeveloff discuss significant topics including the reduction of sentence for Elor Azaria, an IDF soldier who shot a Palestinian assailant, the morality of Israel's arms industry amidst protests over arms sales to Burma/Myanmar, and plans to build museums in development towns to recognize contributions of marginalized communities.
In this podcast episode, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Naomi Zeveloff discuss important topics including the reduction of the sentence of Elor Azaria, an IDF soldier who shot a Palestinian attacker, the morality of Israel's weapons industry amidst criticism for selling arms to Burma/Myanmar, and the development of museums in development towns in Israel to acknowledge contributions often overlooked.
In a recent podcast episode titled "The For the Sins We Have Sinned Edition," hosts Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Miriam Herschlag discuss various topics including conflicting opinions on PM Netanyahu's political future, young settlers embracing post-Zionism inspired by thinkers like Foucault and Derrida, and reflections on collective sins to consider on Yom Kippur.