What's happening in Israel, from the perspective of two American olim with very high below-average intelligence.
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Welcome to the DOCTOR BENJI podcast with Queen Shireen, an uplifting educational podcast where we enlighten our community with tips and advice on all health topics you need to know now!
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In this episode, Benji and Avi sit down with Rabia Melchem. Rabia is an IDF reserve soldier, a successful AI and data science product engineer, a husband, a father and a Druze Israeli. The Druze have always been a dynamic and important part of Israel, and their contribution to the country has come into even sharper focus during the past year of war…
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The Curious Case of the Left-Wing Optimist
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In this episode Benji and Avi sit down with Daniel Sevitt, bibliophile and, well, left-wing optimist. We talk books, politics, and the private lives of dragons. The conversation is mostly civil, as you would expect from a conversation with a gentlemanly British book nut. Daniel has an incredible YouTube channel called GuiltyFeat, which you can find…
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Who Are the People in Your Neighborhood?
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In this episode Benji and Avi sit down with Ohad Merlin, Middle East correspondent for the Jerusalem Post, and expert on the media landscape in the Arab world. We do a deep dive into the Muslim Brotherhood, Qatar, and the myth that Israeli tourists always steal hotel towels. Turns out we live in a pretty tough neighborhood. If you’re feeling depres…
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In this episode, Benji and Avi get the lowdown about the educational system from the best high school teacher in Raanana, the one and only Rebecca Perlin Sadinoff! Like most high-school teachers in Israel, Rebecca is on strike (so she couldn’t tell us she was busy). Rebecca explains what’s wrong with children’s education in Israel – but also what’s…
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In this episode, Benji and Avi had the privilege of sitting down with Raanana’s own Eli Ziering. Eli's brother, Aryeh Ziering of blessed memory, was killed in action on October 7th near Kibbutz Zikim in Israel's South. Aryeh was a major in the IDF's elite Oketz unit, and an all-around wonderful person whom we knew and loved. Eli wanted to share wha…
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In this episode, Benji takes us on a journey to Italy – where he is a mini-celebrity! – to uncover some family secrets from World War II. He is helped by a motley crew of wonderful Italians who are as dedicated to uncovering the truth as he is. Spoiler alert: For the Italian speakers out there, here is one of the TV news segments that aired in 2021…
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This week, Benji and Avi enter the mysterious and fascinating world of international diamond dealing. They sit down with Elliot and Dov Tannenbaum, the father and son team that runs Leo Schachter Diamonds, one of the world's largest diamond manufacturers. We cover a lot of ground here: the history, the characters, the secrets of the trade, and the …
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A few episodes ago (episode 3), Benji and Avi discussed the thorny topic Haredim not serving in the IDF. During their discussion, Benji told a few not-too-flattering stories about Moishy, one of his Haredi cousins. Now we get to hear from Moishy about what's really going on today in the Haredi community. The introduction is in English, but the conv…
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Turns out Benji and Avi don't speak English. Or at least not modern-day SoFlo dialect. In this episode, Benji and Avi sit down with their youngest guests yet, Eliana and Aly, who took an hour out of their Israel summer program to try to explain to two very slow learners what it's like to be a teenager navigating social media and the modern world. S…
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There are only a handful of pediatric oncology bone marrow transplant specialists in Israel, and our guest, Dr. Aviva Krauss, is one of them. She's skilled, brilliant, caring, and passionate about saving children's lives. She's also at the breaking point. Join us as we shine a light on what can only be described as a scandal. A medical system that …
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What’s it like establishing a first-of-its-kind water park in the Holy Land? What’s it like dreaming a big dream and making it happen – on the mean shores of Tiberias? Which city has the rudest Israelis? Which tourists are the most polite? In this episode Benji and Avi sit down with the man behind Aqua Kef, Ami Ohayon, a French oleh who rolled up h…
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Benji and Avi discuss the thorny issue of army service as it relates to Israel's Haredi community. Send us a textBy Benji and Avi
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Benji and Avi are both fathers of combat soldiers in the IDF who have been on active duty during the war. In this episode, they discuss the pride and the fear that have characterized the past months - and the humor in between. Send us a textBy Benji and Avi
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Moving to Israel - what were we thinking?
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In this, their world premier episode, Benji and Avi, two middle-aged American guys living in Israel, discuss what moving to Israel has been like. There are insights in this episode that will literally change your life - probably for the worse. This episode was recorded on June 8, 2024. Send us a text…
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Doctor Benji and Queen Shireen discuss the incredible benefits of adding collagen peptides to your diet!
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VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY & COVID-19 : HOW TO PREVENT RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONS!
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VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY & COVID-19 : HOW TO PREVENT RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONS!
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Surgical Pathologist Dr. Nayer Khankhanian talks about her views on COVID-19 and we can do NOW to prepare!
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Surgical Pathologist Dr. Nayer Khankhanian talks about her views on COVID-19 and we can do NOW to prepare! She has served as the Director of Surgical Pathology at Kaiser Permanente for 30 years. I highly value her opinions on COVID-19 and have gone to her multiple times for her opinion on pathologies seen in my own private practice.…
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This morning, Doctor Benji discusses the importance of taking care of your feet and your legs while pregnant. Many problems can arise during your pregnancy, however some of the worst pain and swelling symptoms that can arise can be prevented! Tune in to learn more!
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Today we discussed the difference between tendinitis and tendonosis. The treatment is entirely different and it is important that the audience understand this difference in order to prevent further damage to your body!
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Toenail Fungus & Athlete's Foot - What you can do TODAY to treat it!
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Toenail Fungus & Athlete's Foot - What you can do TODAY to treat it!
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Dr. Nima Shemirani - Facial Plastic Surgeon - Nasal Congestion and What YOU can do about it!
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Today, Dr. Nima joins us to talk about why so many of us have difficulty breathing. Is it our septum? Allergies? Broken nose? Dr. Nima breaks down why the nose plays such a vital role in helping us breathe and to keep our nasal airways free from mucus. TUNE IN! Check out Dr. Nima, Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon, at www.eosrejuvenation.com…
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Today Doctor Benji discusses the benefits of implant technology in the big toe joint. For those of us who are very active, we still want to have motion in our toes for activities such as hiking, dancing, running, and yoga. With the new technology of implants, we are able to preserve the need for a joint fusion (similar to patients preventing the ne…
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Telemedicine offers remedy for rising travel and wait times. Travel and wait times for health care cost patience $89 billion annually. Today we discussed the benefits of telemedicine in the healthcare arena for Americans.
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Today I discuss the importance of nutritional shakes and supplementation to heal wounds faster than ever! - Doctor Benji
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Help! I have heel pain and I don’t know what to do!
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Today, I discuss treatment options for Plantar Fasciitis. That nagging heel pain that makes your morning a living hell! We discuss conservative and surgical options that will have you pain free within weeks! Tune in!
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Diabetes & Alzheimer’s: Is there a link between the two? We also dive into the benefits of Metformin
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We discuss Metformin as being beneficial for Diabetics as well as a correlation between Diabetes and Alzheimer’s.
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What is Intermittent Fasting? - Nutrition by Gilda & Doctor Benji
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Dr. Billy Feingold, DO, MBA - The Obesity Epidemic in America
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This morning we discuss the Obesity epidemic with Dr. William Feingold, Board Certified Physician at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Learn how it started and what can do to turn it around! 🎙👊🏼❤️👨🏻⚕️
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Over-the-Counter vs Custom Orthotics for Heel Pain
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On today’s Podcast, Doctor Benji discusses how and WHY it is important to wake up early! 🔔💆🏻♂️👨🏻⚕️
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What is Residency? Part 1: Internship Year from Hell
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Ever wonder what it’s like to be a doctor in residency? And this podcast, I discover my emotional hardships, work schedule, and life lessons I learned during my internship year of residency.
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Doctor Benji explains Metatarsalgia - Pain in the Ball of the Foot
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Do you have pain in the ball of your foot??
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Diabetes & Weight Loss with Nutrition by Gilda - Part 1
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Diabetes & Weight Loss with Nutrition by Gilda, Part 1
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Peripheral Vascular Disease, Part 1 - Why should I care!?
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Peripheral Vascular Disease, Part 1 - Why Should I Care!?
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Why I chose to become a Foot & Ankle Specialist | HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!
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Inserts aka Orthotics - Are they good for my feet??
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Orthotics - are they good for me?
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Pregnancy & Heel pain
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