Tag: Israeli Society

People of the Pod and Israel Story have partnered to create a podcast series called "Signed, Sealed, Delivered?" that explores the lives of the signatories of Israel's Declaration of Independence and their descendants.
In this edition, Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida, Allison Kaplan Sommer, and Noah Efron delve into key topics including Prime Minister Netanyahu's judicial reform to restrict judges' rulings based on "reasonableness" and the perceived lack of modern-day moral compass without iconic Israeli writers like Oz and Yehoshua.
After prolonged weekly protests in Israel, concerns about protest fatigue arise.
In this article, the authors discuss the recent protest movement in Israel and the challenge of sustaining its momentum.
In this discussion, Kimmy Caplan, a professor of Jewish History at Bar Ilan University, talks about a book he co-edited called Contemporary Israeli Haredi Society: Profiles, Trends and Challenges.
The discussion on the Red Flag podcast delves into the recent Flag Day parade in Jerusalem, which led to tensions between nationalist activists and Arab residents despite the Gaza ceasefire.
A selfie taken by Israeli pop star Noa Kirel on a flight to Tel Aviv has gone viral, symbolizing unity in a divided Israel.
As Israel approaches its 75th anniversary, there is anxiety in Israeli society about the potential impact of judicial reform on democracy and the unity of a divided Jewish population.
On Israel's Memorial Day, tensions within Israeli society are heightened due to the ongoing crisis over the planned judicial overhaul.
The article highlights the participation and sacrifices made by ethnic and religious minority groups in Israel, particularly the Druze, Bedouins, Christians, and Circassians, on Yom Hazikaron, Israel's Memorial Day.
Yehoshua Pfeffer discusses the ongoing judicial reform debate in Israel, highlighting that it is not just about specific constitutional issues but also reflects a larger conflict within Israeli society.
A delegation of New York rabbis visiting Israel reflected on their mission and encountered the disdain of coalition leaders towards American Jewish views on the political crisis.
The author reflects on their emotional connection to Israel and the current political tensions in the country.
The Israeli conflict is complex and multifaceted, involving various factors that shape the country's political landscape.
In this podcast, Jonathan Silver discusses the ongoing conflicts and protests in Israeli politics.
The author discusses their experience of being priced out of Jerusalem and finding a new home in Haifa.
Recently, in the town of Huwara in the West Bank, two Israeli brothers were fatally shot by a gunman, leading to a violent rampage by Jewish settlers who destroyed property in retaliation.
The text describes a personal experience of encountering a violent and mentally unstable individual on a New York City subway.
In this episode, Jewish scholars Donniel Hartman, Yossi Klein Halevi, and Elana Stein Hain discuss the implications of Prime Minister Netanyahu's plans to weaken the judiciary in Israel.
The podcast episode discusses various current events, including the impact of heavy snowfall in the UK affecting heating costs, Israel's warm December and the ongoing negotiations following the recent election, specifically focusing on the potential deal with Yahadut HaTorah regarding electricity production on Shabbat.
Yair Harel discusses Haim Louk, a Moroccan-born rabbi and musical virtuoso who has played a significant role in bridging the gap between Israeli society and Judaism through his music.
In this discussion, the issue of Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) aggression against American Jews celebrating a Bar Mitzvah at the egalitarian section of the Western Wall is explored.
This article discusses Israel's national holidays, Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day), and Yom HaAtmaut (Independence Day).
In a podcast episode of Unholy, hosts Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland engage in a discussion with David Remnick, editor of the New Yorker and respected journalist.
In this episode, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the concept of liberal Zionism and its relevance in 2022.