Sam Halaby, a talented Druze artist from Israel, defied traditional expectations in his community to pursue his passion for art, supported by his mother who recognized his talent.

Christie's New York is hosting an exhibition of 70 works of Israeli art, showcasing a century of culture and creativity in Israel, never before seen outside the country.

The article discusses two art exhibits, "Tales and Textiles" and "Rifts, Joints, and Rifts," that showcase the work of three artists residing in Ramla, Israel.

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss three main topics.

Joshua Simon, a writer, editor, and curator, leads a discussion on the intersection of art and politics in Israeli society, questioning whether art that is not political is inherently bad.