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For those who have been living under a rock, Israel is going through one of its most turbulent times in history. Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets to protest against the judicial reforms offered by the Netanyahu government, with economists warning of dire consequences and left-wing politicians warning of a dictatorship. Meanwhile, our enemies are watching and taking advantage of the situation - as reserve air force pilots and other intelligence corps reserve officers refuse to show up for duty. The situation has led to a deep divide within Israeli society, with families and friends cutting ties and blocking each other on social media. It has become almost impossible to have a calm and rational conversation about this issue without being called a dictator or a racist. Today, dear listeners, we will explore whether it is possible to have a civil conversation about this contentious issue. To do that we invited back a friend of the podcast, Lilac Sigan. Lilac is an accomplished journalist, commentator, and author based in Israel. She has worked for major publications such as Haaretz and Globes and is currently a regular contributor to Maariv. Recently, she conducted a study on the coverage of Israel in The New York Times, which was published in Ma’ariv and other media outlets and became an academic study for Bar Ilan University. We’re super happy to have her on to talk about current events. *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
Recorded live as part of the podcast "Two Nice Jewish Boys": https://www.2njb.com/podcast/episode-46 *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
Naor and Eytan talk about everything that went down in Israel this month. *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
Get ready for a journey through time and history, as we explore the impact of media and politics on our world. With the current state of the world being so politically charged and divisive, it's more important now than ever to understand where we came from and how we got here. That's exactly what Professor Richard Landes' new book, Can The Whole World” Be Wrong?: Lethal Journalism, Antisemitism, and Global Jihad, aims to do. As a medievalist and expert in apocalyptic beliefs, Professor Landes brings a unique perspective to the table. He explores the relationship between the medieval mentality and current events, and how it's affecting the world we live in. His book documents the impact of misguided reactions and the disconnect between politicians, the media, and the public. So, without further ado, let's welcome our guest, Professor Richard Landes, to the show! With his extensive knowledge and expertise, he's sure to offer us a fresh and fascinating perspective on the state of the world today. Get ready to have your mind blown and your perspectives challenged! Richard's website: http://www.richard-landes.com/ Richard's twitter: https://twitter.com/richard_landes *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
Today we will be diving - yet again - into the current political turmoil in Israel, sparked by the proposed judicial reforms by the new Netanyahu government. For those who have been living on a different planet, massive demonstrations and an immense campaign throughout mainstream media against the reforms have led to a complete backlash, tearing apart Israeli society. The place where these reforms are being prepared is the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, and more specifically the Law and Constitution Committee, led by MK Simcha Rotman, who was our guest on episode 275. Today, we have the privilege of speaking with one of the advisors for the head of the committee, Prof. Talia Einhorn, who just arrived from Jerusalem and even today took part in the committee. Prof. Einhorn is an accomplished law professor, with countless articles and studies on important topics revolving around Israeli and international law, including a major treatise on Israeli private international law - the third edition of which was just released in 2022. She is a titular member of the International Academy of Comparative Law and has been serving as a member of the Advisory Committee for the Appointment of Senior Civil Service Officials. Join us as we discuss the current state of affairs in Israel and gain insight into the proposed judicial reforms from an expert in the field. *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
Political turmoil has been rocking the nation of Israel in recent times, with the suggested judicial reforms put forth by the Netanyahu government at the center of the storm. The reforms have been met with fierce opposition from many quarters, and the country remains divided on the matter. The situation has been complicated by the fact that hundreds of economists have written a letter warning that the reforms could have a negative impact on Israel's economy. The government is comprised of ultra-Orthodox parties, whose demographics threaten to collapse the country's economy in the coming decades. This, combined with the proposed reforms, has created a perfect storm of economic uncertainty in Israel. Joining us today on the podcast is data journalist Idan Erez, an economist, writer, and political activist. Erez holds a bachelor's degree in economics and history from Tel Aviv University, he's currently working at Globes, one of Israel's most important economic news outlets. Eretz is a (kind of?) libertarian who supports a free market, reducing regulations, and lowering taxes. He is also a member of the political lobby "Our Interest," and one of the founders of the association "Freedom for All." On today's show, we'll be discussing the current state of the Israeli economy, and the potential impact of the proposed reforms. Idan's Twitter: twitter.com/Idaneretz Idan's articles: https://www.globes.co.il/news/%D7%A2%D7%99%D7%93%D7%9F_%D7%90%D7%A8%D7%A5.tag *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
Jews are an important part of the history of the United States, and their contribution stretches across many different fields like cinema, politics and of course - the bagel. But a little less known aspect of Jewish history in America, is the role Jews played in wars, and in particular - the civil war, and even the Independence war. When the Civil War broke there were about 150,000 Jews in America. 125,000 of them lived in the Union States and supported Lincoln. As for the rest of them, 25,000 Jews - they were part of the Confederacy, and some of them even fought for the Rebels. To shed some light on this fascinating aspect of American Jewish history, we have on the show today the author Chaim Rosenberg, who wrote a new book called Shield of David: A History of Jewish Serviceman in America’s Armed Forces. Chaim Rosenberg has written fifteen books focused largely on the role of the individual in shaping American greatness. Rosenberg's books focus on the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, child labor in America, and the Loyalists in the American Revolutionary War. His book Yankee Colonies Across America won the 2016 non-fiction prize of the New England Society in the City of New York. We’re super thrilled to have Chaim with us today to talk about his new book! Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Shield-David-History-Servicemen-Americas/dp/1637588992 Photo: Tamara Green and Roberta Marcus Leiner *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
(THIS EPISODE DESCRIPTION WAS WRITTEN BY CHATGPT, WE DIDN'T TOUCH IT)<br />In this week's monthly recap, we discussed the juicy scandals of the bar association and the political turmoil with the suspension of Netanyahu. We also delved into the frightening events of terrorist attacks in Neve Yaakov and Jerusalem, as well as the high tech exodus happening with companies like Papaya Global moving money out of Israel. But don't worry, we balance the heavy with a fun story about Eytan's doctor's clinic and the always entertaining commentary from David Hodek threatening civil war. Join us for a wild ride through the events of the past month in Israel!<br /><br /><br />***<br />Subscribe on Spotify:<br />https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH<br /><br />Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:<br />https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq<br /><br />Subscribe on SoundCloud:<br />https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
In case you didn’t hear, over 80 thousand people gathered at HaBima Square in Tel Aviv Saturday night to protest what they’re calling the “Judicial Revolution”. This revolution, the protesters assert, which is being carried out by Prime Minister Netanyahu, aka Crime Minister, and his right-wing coalition partners, is a threat to our very democracy! The reform proposed by brand new Justice Minister Yariv Levin plans to grant the coalition the power to appoint judges and enable them to override the Supreme Court, along with other legislative changes. These are hotly debated issues in Israel. Many people see them as either seen as a breath of life or a strike of death to our young democracy. Today we’re gonna break down the Israeli Judicial system and the proposed reforms. And we have just the guy to help us out - Professor Moshe Koppel, the founder of the Kohelet Policy Forum, a think tank dedicated to “Israel’s future as the nation-state of the Jewish people, to strengthen representative democracy, and to broaden individual liberty and free-market principles in Israel.” Professor Koppel is a computer scientist, so we might also discuss how ChatGPT might be used to draft Israel’s constitution. (Photo: Tikva Fund) *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
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Back in 1953, at MIT, two young mathematicians crossed paths. Professor Yisrael Aumann was a young brilliant doctoral student when he met John Nash, one of the fathers of game theory and the subject of the biography and Oscar-winning film A Beautiful Mind. Nash shared his ideas on game theory with Aumann who later said "I didn't give the field much thought at the time because I was busy with pure mathematics". Years later when Aumann was hired by Bell to work on antiaircraft missiles, he realized that Nash's ideas were a game changer. Pun intended. Later both men would receive Nobel prizes for their contributions to the field of economics. Recently, Aumann expressed criticism about assertions by prominent behavioral economists such as Daniel Kahneman and Dan Ariely that humans are fundamentally irrational. Aumann urges a return to Rationality. Professor Yisrael Aumann is himself a legend of Game Theory. He's a founding member of the Stony Brook Center for Game Theory and is a Professor at the Center for the Study of Rationality at the Hebrew University. We're thrilled to be joined today on the show for the second time by Professor Yisrael Aumann. (photo by International Students’ Committee) *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
Naor and Eytan talk about the new government, all recents controversies and much more! *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
The world was a different place when we last met with the beloved Dr. Dan Schueftan on March 2022. Putin had just invaded Ukraine, in a move that Dan called ‘a self defeat of Russia’. The US and Iran were on the verge of cutting a new deal that would have allowed Iran access to enormous funds and normalized this barbaric regime among the nations. And the PM of Israel was Naftali Bennet. Indeed, many things can change in 10 months. Putin is still sunk in the muddy grounds of east Ukraine, and there is no end in sight for this war. Europe is struggling with devastating inflation and an energy crisis that threatens the very fabric of the union. And Iran became a strong ally of Putin, with its UAVs killing innocent Ukrainians - thus leading for the west to back off a deal, for the foreseeable future. Iran is also currently dealing with what looks like the biggest civil uprising in its history. To talk about all those fascinating geopolitical developments - and much much more - we’re thrilled to be joined yet again by the one and only Dr. Schueftan. Dan is the head of the National Securities Studies Center at the University of Haifa. He has taught at the IDF National Security College and Command and Staff College. He was an advisor to Israel’s National Security Council and former Prime Ministers Yitzhak Rabin and Ariel Sharon. He’s also the author of several books and articles on issues pertaining to Israel’s National Security. He joins us today for the third time to talk about the Iranian Threat. (Main photo: Hagai Fried) *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
November 1st, 10pm. Israel's election exit polls start rolling in. The right wing with Bibi at its helm have achieved the unthinkable, a triumphant comeback. Some left wing parties are even struggling to pass the threshold, leaving them on the precipice of oblivion. One, Meretz, doesn't make it. The right have done it again, and celebrations are in order. In the words of the great Jewish poet, Pink!, "I'm coming up so you better get this party started. Get this party started." BUT...record scratch sound effect… that was all some 45 days ago. A month and a half later, and still no government. Bibi is expected to announce his new coalition this Tuesday, but time shall tell. For the expected Premier, the struggle was real. 45 days of agony. Maybe they'll instate a new Jewish holiday to commemorate this time. It seemed that with each passing day another exciting expected right wing reform evaporated into thin air. Judicial reforms, economic reforms, police reforms. Poof, poof, poof. Now, all that remains are two questions. Will a government be formed at all? And if so, will it even be right wing? To help us answer these questions, we're joined by a beloved friend of the podcast, a contender for the title of Nicest of Jewish Boy, Roy Iddan. Roy Iddan is a scriptwriter and political analyst. He's consulted for some of the major political parties in Israel including the Likud and Blue and White. He's also the creator of the hugely successful Israeli police drama, Manayek, which was recently sold to none other than HBO! We're thrilled to be joined by Roy to talk politics, police and TV. (Photo by Idit Wagner) *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
Ex-Mossad Agent and author Mishka Ben David talks about the recruitment process in the Israeli Mossad. Full episode: https://youtu.be/-4mX8jmD7Uk *** Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq Subscribe on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
IDF hero Ziv Shilon talks about the events that led to his injury.<br /><br />Full episode:<br />https://youtu.be/c_XSsPvDTYo<br /><br />Subscribe on Spotify:<br />https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH<br /><br />Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:<br />https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq<br /><br />Subscribe on SoundCloud:<br />https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs<br /><br />#shorts #israel #idf #palestine #war #military #militarylife #usarmy #heroic #hero #veteran
Naor and Eytan talk about recent events in Israel, US and the entire known universe!<br />***<br />Subscribe on Spotify:<br />https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH<br /><br />Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:<br />https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq<br /><br />Subscribe on SoundCloud:<br />https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
This episode is sponsored by Naor's Youtube channel 'The Italy Guy'! Check it out here and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!<br />@The Italy Guy <br />***<br />Last week something happened in Israel. Benjamin Netanyahu, who already broke the record as Israel’s longest sitting Prime Minister - did it again. After Naftali Bennet and Yair Lapid overthrew him a year and a half ago, he made an historic comeback which left everyone speechless. Netanyahu took the country by a landslide, in an outcome that none of the pollsters saw coming.<br /><br />But in the morning after the elections, as Netanyahu and his million voters celebrated - in the small courtroom of the Jerusalem District court, things were as usual. The humongous trial of cases 1000, 2000 and 4000, kept going. Witnesses were examined by the defense and then by the prosecution. ‘The State of Israel vs. Benjamin Netanyahu’. Charges of fraud and bribery. The trial will continue for years before a verdict will be heard, and that’s even before the appeals.<br /><br />Very few people in Israel truly understand the complexity of the charges and the cases against Netanyahu, and case 4000 is undoubtedly the most complicated of them all. It is also the most severe, the only one where Netanyahu faces charges of bribery - and many of his supporters believe wholeheartedly that this entire case is bogus.<br /><br />That is why a bunch of civilians, supporters of Bibi, decided to take it upon themselves to deep dive into the case and its 315 charges, to prove that they are absurd and invalid. They call themselves ‘Project 315’.<br />Today we have with us one of the initiators of this endeavor, Moshik Kovarski, to talk about case 4000 and take a deep dive inside. So buckle up!<br />Moshik on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mk1956<br /><br />***<br />Subscribe on Spotify:<br />https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH<br /><br />Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:<br />https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq<br /><br />Subscribe on SoundCloud:<br />https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
It’s never easy to be different, to be the other. As Jews and Israelis, we know this just as well as anyone else. To be “the other” can often be devastating, even lethal. That’s why it’s important to be tolerant, to recognize others, to acknowledge them and sometimes even to fight on their behalf. One such group are those who identify as LGBTQ. Historically, religious persecution, social outcasting, violence or other abuses have plagued LGBTQ people. <br /><br />In the harsh reality of the Middle East, Israel is the only country where members of the LGBTQ community enjoy full rights… well, except for marriage. Then again, Israel just held elections and from the looks of it, the most solidly right wing government in over a decade is on its way to power. Itamar Ben Gvir is even a likely candidate for Minister of Public Security, overseeing the police. Should this be cause for concern?q<br /><br />To talk about all this, we’re excited to be joined by Yuval David, an actor and activist who’s an ardent advocate for the LGBTQ community. Inspired by his Jewish and Israeli-American roots, Yuval advocates for marginalized communities through organizations including the National LGBTQ Task Force, GLAAD, HRC and many many more.<br /><br />As an actor, Yuval’s played major roles in short and feature films, television and theatre, including ABC’s “What Would You Do”, CBS’s “Madam Secretary”, and much much more. Yuval also produces, directs, and writes. <br /><br />We are thrilled to be joined by Yuval today to discuss the LGBTQ community.<br /><br />www.YuvalDavid.com<br />www.YouTube.com/YuvalDavid<br />www.Instagram.com/Yuval_David_<br />www.Facebook.com/YuvalDavid<br />www.Twitter.com/YuvalDavid<br />www.IMDB.me/YuvalDavid<br />www.Linkedin.com/in/yuval-david<br />***<br />Subscribe on Spotify:<br />https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH<br /><br />Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:<br />https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq<br /><br />Subscribe on SoundCloud:<br />https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
Eternalizing the memory of the holocaust is a sanctified deed. We must never forget.<br /><br />That’s why every new initiative that strives to further enrich the plethora of documented memories - is a blessed one. Today, we gather to celebrate an especially special initiative. one that breathes life into a topic that is so saturated in death. A beautiful new book called “Honey Cake and Latkes: Recipes from the Old World by the Auschwitz-Birkenau Survivors”, by Dr. Maria Zalewska and 120 survivors who share their favorite recipes.<br /><br />Today we are joined by Maria, the author of the book, and Tova, a Survivor who took part in the initiative. Maria is the Executive Director of the Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial Foundation.<br />Tova Friedman was born in Poland. When she was 5 years old she was forced to endure the horrors of the Nazis, at Auschwitz Birkenau. She and her mother managed to survive, and were liberated by the Soviets in 1945.<br /><br />We are honored to have them on the show today to talk about the new book, and about Tova’s amazing life story.<br /><br />Buy "Honey Cake & Latkes: Recipes from the Old World by the Auschwitz-Birkenau Survivors":<br />https://www.amazon.com/Honey-Cake-Latkes-Auschwitz-Birkenau-Survivors/dp/1595911235<br /><br />Buy "The Daughter of Auschwitz":<br />https://www.amazon.com/Daughter-Auschwitz-Tova-Friedman-ebook/dp/B09Q639RW7<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />(Photo by SashaW)<br /><br /><br />***<br />Subscribe on Spotify:<br />https://spoti.fi/31AK2UH<br /><br />Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:<br />https://apple.co/2ZfJ9Oq<br /><br />Subscribe on SoundCloud:<br />https://bit.ly/2NDWnPs
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