Best C Est La Vie Podcasts (2024)

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-11] From Principal’s office to Preferred Substitute: How to prosper as a public servant 49:44

1h ago49:44

49:44

In this episode, Prof McDuffie shares the KEY techniques experienced to be the preferred substitute teacher at 7+ elementary/middle schools the district. Researched backed by 5 veteran substitute teachers, NOW teaching full time. So if you wish to be promoted from daily with smiles to hourly with perks to yearly with benefits listen through this en…

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S4E1 - I am back - And this is an Open invitation 2:25

2h ago2:25

2:25

Welcome back to BALAGAN. It has been too long, and I have much to share. Since it has been a while since my last episode, and even though I have a few recorded materials and more episodes in the making, I wanted to dedicate my first episode of the season to your questions. So, if you're going to ask me anything, feel free to do so in one of the fol…

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-12] ”My Last Day” Benefits of Professional Development for 1st year Teachers 36:52

13h ago36:52

36:52

In this episode, Prof McDuffie shares the stats and positive results of Professional Development, especially for 1st year teachers. Powerful steps are shared so new/ untrained/ rookie/ inexperienced teachers can have a unique/ significant/ unusual impact on their students and school families. ><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>< [-12] has…

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-13 MISSION] Gen Z/Alpha Sigma Teacher Authority (Be the Change) 29:16

10d ago29:16

29:16

Objective: We CAN & WILL walk in our teacher authority in the classroom to be change we want to see. Biblical Base: Mark 16:15-18 | Word of the Week: RELEVANT DISCIPLE Techniques: *** Repent & Follow the BEST Teacher with victory under his belt, Jesus Go into the world/school Boldly Teach the Gospel {Focus on being an effective teacher, the results…

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BONUS [-14 Vision] ’Gen Alpha Teacher Guide’ 21:54

19d ago21:54

21:54

This continuation of the original episode (-14) details more benefits and promise available when applying the "Better Teacher Guide" to YOUR life, school culture, and classroom management style teachers of America. <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Objective: We CAN & WILL ... reach from victory (vertically) for victory in our classrooms…

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-14 VISION] How to Survive the Gen Alpha Classroom 24:20

22d ago24:20

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Objective: We CAN & WILL reach from victory (vertically) for victory in our classrooms. Biblical Base: Isaiah 61:1-9 | Word of the Week: JESUS Techniques: Repent & Follow the BEST Teacher with victory under his belt, Jesus Rely on Jesus for guidance in the Word on best classroom culture practices Invite the holy spirit in your school for more indiv…

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PD for the Last Teachers at School {Trailer} 3:59

22d ago3:59

3:59

Last Teacher at School Podcast Do you feel the huge sigh of RELIEF by finishing a huge load of grading and lesson plan prep ONLY to feel the huge sigh of REGRET when you walk to your lonely car in the school parking lot ? YOU ARE NOT ALONE ... (watch out for the homeless guy behind the light pole! nah just joking!) How are other teachers getting th…

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C’est la vie with Jeff Becker 45:44

9M ago45:44

45:44

It has been two months since the war was forced upon Israel by Hamas, but it seems that Israel doesn't have any Exit Strategy. While soldiers are dying, the world sees the photos from Gaza and the Gaza people suffering. They don't know these people are used as Human shields by Hamas and that the war can end quickly if Hamas surrenders and sends fre…

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UN Resolution 181 and the War with Ido Dembin 49:33

9M ago49:33

49:33

On November 29, 1947, the General Assembly voted in favor of the Partition Plan over British Palestine, also known as UN Resolution 181. The plan to divide the land between Israelis and Arabs was accepted by Zionist leaders and was turned down by the Arab Nations. Today it seems that more than ever, we should discuss the two-state solution, as from…

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Can we Restore Hatikvah (Hope)? With Uri Ashi 33:29

9M ago33:29

33:29

Uri Ashi was one of the only people advocating for peace for the last couple of years. For over two years, he stood holding a sign with big letters saying, "Peace with the Palestinians is doable." Even though he works in the High-Tech scene, Uri has dedicated his last years to research, writing, and advocating for the two-state solution. His book H…

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Tikkun Olam - Especially now with Roy Goldenberg 28:39

10M ago28:39

28:39

Tikkun Olam is one of the most essential values in Judaism. But how do we make this idea concrete by helping change the world for people with disabilities? Disabilities are color, gender, religion, or Nation blind, and some Israelis are working hard to provide solutions that are easy and simple to make. TOM - Or Tikkun Olam Makers, is a global move…

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S3E20 - Update from Israel 5:42

10M ago5:42

5:42

I traveled to Israel to check the pulse, be with my people and see for myself what was happening. Here is a quick update. I will have many exciting guests speaking in the next couple of episodes. Do you have any ideas or questions? Feel free to email me at kobi.cohen@gmail.com #Israel #BringThemBackHome #HamasisISIS #FreeGazafromHamas…

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 70: “C’est La Vie” 1:09:41

10M ago1:09:41

1:09:41

We heard you missed us! WE’RE BACK!! ...with a brand-new episode on Madness’ first new studio album in seven years, “Theatre of the Absurd Presents C'est la Vie.” This album was just released on November 17, 2023, and Poly & Laurie are here to give you the inside scoop. We will do a track-by-track deep dive and take you on a tour through the Theatr…

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The failure of the Iron Wall conception with Nir Reisler 35:04

10M ago35:04

35:04

In 1923, Ze'ev Jabotinsky, Founder and Leader of Beitar (Revisionist Zionism) wrote an essay called The Iron Wall, which, in a nutshell, says - The Arabs will not accept our existence and make peace until we will have strong institutions of our own. They will understand they can not outtake us. For years, Israel has built its institutions and mainl…

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S3E18 - The battle of the narratives what works and what doesn’t with Joanna Landau 47:46

10M ago47:46

47:46

Until October 7th, Israel was the Goliath in the Israel-Palestinian conflict, but Hamas's atrocities changed things. Since then, four weeks have passed, and it seems that in the war that is also being held on Social Media and Traditional media, the wind is shifting, and the damage in Gaza is moving the public sentiment toward Hamas. What can we lea…

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S3E17 - It’s EVERYBODY’s fault but HIM with Jeff Becker 39:17

10M ago39:17

39:17

On today's episode, I discussed Accountability, Responsibility, and what is happening within Israeli politics amid the Was forced upon us on October 7th. A lot of aggression, distrust, and scarcity are taking place, and it is quite concerning. To discuss the options and what I think is the right thing to do for Israel, I hosted my dear friend Jeff …

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S3E16 - The Moral failure of the Ivy League with Barak Sella 54:18

11M ago54:18

54:18

It's hard to say that the Pro-Israel sentiment on American campuses is strong. For years, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, The BDS movement, and Israeli government policies took their toll when the advocacy organizations tried to alarm that some of the clashes were not just legitimate criticism but pure Antisemitism. The is FACT that this war was …

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E15 - I am not seeking for REVENGE, we need to REBUILD - With Avi Dabush 38:44

11M ago38:44

38:44

As time goes by, the numbers are still growing - So far, more than 1,400 people have died in the horrific Hamas massacre in Israel, and more than 200 people are still being held hostage under Hamas and Islamic Jihad. Almost 200 people are still considered missing (Neither dead nor hijacked. Status unknown). Avi Dabush is a social activist and the C…

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The Black Sabbath - October 7th 2023 20:39

11M ago20:39

20:39

On Saturday, October 7th, At 6:29, simultaneously with an attack of hundreds of missiles fired at Israel and under the IDF radar, more than 1,500 armed Hamas terrorists breached the wall between Gaza and Israel. In a well-planned attack, they raided 11 IDF outposts and bases and more than 20 Israeli civilian settlements - The city of Sderot, Kibbut…

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E13 - Reclaiming Zionism with Major general Yair Golan 42:46

11M ago42:46

42:46

Former MK Major General Yair Golan served the state of Israel and its people most of his life. His Military career ended after 38 years, and he jumped into politics from there. Golan was perceived as controversial. As Deputy Chief of Staff, Golan made a speech on Holocaust Day in 2016 in which he drew a parallel between Europe in general and German…

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Episode 12 - Let’s talk about Jewish Fundamentalism with Dr. Tomer Persico 33:34

12M ago33:34

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Episode 9 - Israel is captivated by Fundamentalist Jews with Dr. Tomer Persico The Judicial Overhaul in Israel is led by four different groups of interest - Netanyahu, who is invested in stopping his trials; Likkud members, who seek Power and control; the Haredim, who care about being exempt from military service and continuing their control over t…

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Episode 11 - World Jewry need to step up in support of Israeli Democracy with Yossi Klein Halevi 39:25

12M ago39:25

39:25

On this episode, I spoke to Yossi Klein Halevi, an American Israeli, a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem author, and a known Zionist speaker. In our conversation, we discussed his history, coming from supporting Meir Kahana and the Jewish Defence League(JDL) in the US to being one of the biggest opposers to Kahana and his i…

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Episode 10 - 30 years to the Oslo Accords with Gidi Grinstein 48:16

12M ago48:16

48:16

On September 13th, 1993, a ray of light shined. Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) Negotiator Mahmoud Abbas signed a Declaration of Principles on Interim Self-Government Arrangements, commonly called the “Oslo Accord,” at the White House. Israel accepted the PLO as the representative of the Palestinians…

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Episode 9 - Defenders of Israeli Democracy from abroad with Offir Gutelzon 28:02

12M ago28:02

28:02

One of the phenomena of the Judicial coup in Israel is the great awakening of Israelis who live abroad and until recently did not set foot in a Jewish setting or were involved in Political activity are now protesting in their thousands. All around the world, groups of concerned Israelis are rallying in city centers and trying to raise awareness of …

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This is what the Pro-Democracy camp need to do with Rachel Azaria 34:15

1y ago34:15

34:15

The different groups collaborating in the backlash against the Judicial Overhaul seem to have different leaders, pulling in different directions. While some say it should focus on the Judicial Overhaul only, other groups target some of Israel’s deeper issues - The Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the tension between Ultra-Orthodox society and the S…

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The Judicial Overhaul is ruining Israel’s locomotive with Inbal Orpaz 30:50

1y ago30:50

30:50

One of the strongest engines of the protests against the Judicial Overhaul is Israel’s economic engine - The High-Tech industry. that its leaders joined forces against what they see as a threat to the state of Israel as the Start-Up Nation with a thriving economy needs a strong democratic foundation. On the other hand, some parts of the high-tech i…

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It’s all about Money, Power and Respect with Eran Etzion 44:30

1y ago44:30

44:30

Money, Power, and Respect - That is the Philosophy in a nutshell. Under cover of the demand to improve the ability of Governance, the coalition members narrowed civil rights. They cut budgets for minorities and not-for-profit organizations while over-budgeting the Ultra-Orthodox and the Religious Zionism projects. The Likkud, which used to be the L…

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The Judicial Crisis and Palestinians with Noa Shusterman-Dvir 46:16

1y ago46:16

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The Judicial Overhaul seemed to be vague about some issues that Israel was and still is facing, such as the Palestinian conflict. Some would say that the time when Israeli society was so divided between Judicial overhaul protestors and Judicial Reform supporters was the right time for Palestinians to try and gain leverage in the International arena…

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These are the REAL problems of Governance in Israel with Roy Folkman 52:14

1y ago52:14

52:14

The justification for the Judicial reform of the current coalition is promoting is the lack of governance. But is governance what we are lacking in Israel? To discuss Israel’s real challenges and what actions are needed to be taken to strengthen Israeli democracy and improve the public Bearucracy, we have Roy Folkman, a Former Member of the Knesset…

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Episode 3 - What happened to the hyphen. The Religious Zionism and Judicial Overhaul with Ohad Merlin 51:13

1y ago51:13

51:13

For many years, the Israeli Non-haredi Orthodox, who identified as “Religious Zionism,” was considered to be the Hyphen between Jewish and Democrate - Committed to the Equilateral Triangle of Am Yisrael, Eretz Yisrael & Torat Yisrael (The People, the land, and the bible). Over the years, they were considered to be the new generation of Serving Elit…

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Episode 2 - What is the Judicial Overhaul with Dr. Ori Aronson 48:11

1y ago48:11

48:11

In our Previous episode, we shed light on Israel’s democratic structure, checks and balances, and the lack of. When the democratic structure is so fragile, the role of the gatekeepers becomes crucial to ensure proper governance and keeping the rule of law. In recent years, Israeli politicians worked hard to weaken the gatekeepers, but now they do i…

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The Judicial Crisis explained with Dr. Ori Aronson 34:11

1y ago34:11

34:11

On January 3rd, 2023, less than a week after the Israeli government was sworn an oath in the Knesset, Minister of Justice Yariv Levin dropped a bomb. In a press conference, he presented a list of judicial changes the newly formed coalition would like to enact. Since then, the state of Israel has been spinning in a clash between the Judicial “Reform…

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 69: “I Do Like to Be B-Side the A-Side, Vol. 3” 52:43

1+ y ago52:43

52:43

In this week's podcast, we do a track-by-track deep dive of Madness' April 2023 Record Store Day release, “I Do Like to Be B-Side the A-Side, Vol. 3.” This episode is a  “Bittersweet” one for us because this will be our last regular episode of the podcast. We will occasionally drop a new episode if there is something big (such as a new album releas…

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 68: The Crombies 59:45

1+ y ago59:45

59:45

This week we sit down with ska-tastic Chicago band The Crombies about music and Madness. The boys talk about their 2 Tone influences, playing live shows in the U.K., and Paul Weller's obsession with Al Capone. Want to know more? Just listen! Songs in this episode: “Monster Ska” – The Crombies “Sweet Lord Mike” – Lord Mike's Dirty Calypsonians “Mad …

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 67: Poly Aboard the Nutty (Koast) Train 37:39

1+ y ago37:39

37:39

This week, Poly is traveling abroad, and he dropped by Koast Radio to visit our old friend Mr. Scurf! This episode contains select highlights from Mr. Scurf's Koast Train... including Poly learning to speak like a Northumbrian! Songs in this episode: “Night Boat to Cairo” – Madness “Whatever Gets You Outta the House” – Death of Guitar Pop “The Comm…

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 66: “The Lone Ranger” 49:58

1+ y ago49:58

49:58

Join us for another album deep dive! This week, Laurie and Poly explore Suggs’ 1995 solo debut album “The Lone Ranger.” In Camden Town, I’ll meet you by the underground....By Stateside Madness

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 65: The Original Bed & Breakfast Man 1:09:26

1+ y ago1:09:26

1:09:26

This week, Laurie & Poly sit down with John Hasler, who is known to fans of Madness as the original Bed & Breakfast Man. John was with Madness from their earliest days as the North London Invaders, and since that time he has worn many hats: drummer, lead singer, and ultimately manager of the band. This is a great interview that Madness fans should …

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Teaching English: Door or Destiny to Provence 20:23

1+ y ago20:23

20:23

Door or Destiny to Provence: Many expats land in Provence, following the sun and its beautiful landscapes. And often, teaching English is one of the most popular solutions to employment. But is it just a way to Provence, or does it become their destiny? And how do the companies hiring these teacher value this skill? Listen to an insightful intervie…

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 64: Albino Brown of The Ska Parade 58:20

1+ y ago58:20

58:20

On this episode Laurie and Poly are taken on a whirlwind tour of Albino Brown's world of Third Wave Ska. Albino founded The Ska Parade radio show and his list of friends is a veritable who's who of American ska, including Fishbone, No Doubt, Sublime, and British ex-pat Dave Wakeling. He is also an author of an upcoming book about the artwork of ska…

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 63: “The Benevolence of Sister Mary Ignatius” 50:46

1+ y ago50:46

50:46

This week we continue our series of episodes on Madness-adjacent bands with The Lee Thompson Ska Orchestra and their 2013 debut album, “The Benevolence of Sister Mary Ignatius.” Join us as we do a track-by-track deep dive into this classic of ska and discuss the history behind each track.By Stateside Madness

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Create your ideal La Vie en Provence! 22:45

1+ y ago22:45

22:45

2023 has arrived, and with a new year, comes resolutions, wishes, successes and failures. A wish that many expats dream of is creating a beautiful life under the brilliant Provence sun. Though that may be easier said than done, I speak with 2 American women who have managed to do just that - but in very unique ways! One straddles her life between F…

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 62: Voice of the Beehive 48:38

1+ y ago48:38

48:38

This week we take a very slight detour to explore one of the many Madness band members’ side projects. Voice of the Beehive was formed in 1987 when American sisters Tracey Bryn and Melissa Brooke Belland teamed up with Woody and Bedders of Madness. Over the next nine years, they would see a handful of lineup changes and moderate success in the UK a…

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 61: Remembering Terry Hall 1:02:47

1+ y ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Terry Hall was best known as the lead vocalist for the British ska and 2 Tone band, The Specials. In this podcast episode, we discuss Terrys musical career, starting with his time as the lead vocalist for The Squad in 1977 and continuing with The Specials in the late 1970s and early 1980s. We also talk about his solo career and his work with other …

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Episode 3: Bah, C’est Noel! 25:22

1+ y ago25:22

25:22

Christmas time is here! If you’re living here in the south of France, I’m sure you can already taste christmas in the air, no matter which part of Provence you’re in! Since I’m sure you can buy or make different traditional french desserts and meals thanks to your friends, family or our dearest google, I instead wanted to taste what christmas is li…

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 60: G-MEN 38:14

2y ago38:14

38:14

We have another treat for our listeners this week: Mike B of the Madness-inspired band G-MEN! Mike dropped by to chat about music and his inspirations, as well as what it’s like being a Madness fan in Sweden. This episode includes 4 original songs by G-MEN: “Rude Boy, Rude Girl”, “Thisflix & Thatflix,” “2 Tone Girl,” and “Mi Da’s Old Cap,” as well …

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TheIsraeli left need to embrace Republicanism w. Mr. Nir Reisler (Part 2) 38:33

2y ago38:33

38:33

Our second part of the discussion with Mr. Nir Reisler about why the Israeli left needs to embrace Republicanism. #Nationalism #Israel #IsraeliPolitics #IsraeliLeft #Democracy #IsraeliDemocracyBy Kobi Cohen

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Stateside Madness podcast, episode 59: The Bed & Breakfast Men 57:52

2y ago57:52

57:52

This week we sit down for a chat with Matt Holt, one-half of The Bed & Breakfast Men. Matt talks to us about what inspired him and his cousin Nick to start a Madness tribute band (with ukuleles!), meeting heroes Mike Barson and Lee Thompson, playing at the iconic Dublin Castle, and filming their music videos. Matt also discusses an upcoming show in…

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Guess who’s back? Israeli Election result analysis with Jeff Becker 35:06

2y ago35:06

35:06

It seems like fear and hatred had won in the Israeli elections. In a one-sided game, the Bibi block delivered what they came to deliver and won 64 seats in the 25th Knesset. Having that said, more than the Right wing – Haredi block won, we can defiantly say that the “center”-left and their allies have lost. While Bibi played to win, Yair Lapid trie…

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Episode 2 - The Brave and The Crazy 26:53

2y ago26:53

26:53

Like the title describes, this episode speaks with people who have left everything to pursue their dream country life in Provence. Listen to my interviews with Ashley Tinker, creator of @CuriousProvence, who moved to Mollégès in the Alpilles region 9 years ago with her British partner. With no real job, home or friends, their story is riveting and …

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Where were you when Rabin was assassinated? w. Jeff Becker 38:54

2y ago38:54

38:54

(Originally aired November 2nd, 2020) November 4th marks 27 years of the assassination of Israeli PM Yitzhak Rabin by Yigal Amir. The murderer, an Orthodox Law student, was influenced by the toxic environment of the growing opposition to the Oslo accord led by then head of Opposition, MK Benjamin Netanyahu. It seems that no real discussion was made…

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