Dr. Einat Wilf, one of the most insightful thinkers on Zionism today, reads essays from her latest compilation of essays book, "We Should All Be Zionists." Then, Dr. Wilf and columnist Blake Flayton discuss the themes of each essay and how they apply to Israel and contemporary Jewish life. Listen for insightful conversation on politics, conflict, peace, religion, revolution, past, present , and future. You can purchase your own copy of "We Should All Be Zionists" anywhere you get your books.
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Host Sarah Isgur is joined by Steve Hayes, and Jonah Goldberg for a weekly thoughtful discussion on politics, policy, and culture.
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Everything is broken. Adaam James Levin-Areddy and Vanessa M. Quirk, two jaded journos, interview people far wiser than themselves and ask: "now what?" uncertain.substack.com
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A podcast by Campaign Against Antisemitism that speaks to a variety of guests within the world of antisemitism.
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The Chai Life at Beth El Congregation is our flagship podcast, blending Judaism with contemporary issues. Engaging and informative, it sparks intriguing conversations to educate and entertain, both in the Jewish community and beyond.
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Jewish education and inspiration courtesy of Rabbi Mark N. Wildes, Founder of the Manhattan Jewish Experience (MJE). Founded in 1998, MJE is a warm and open community where millennial men and women in their 20s/30s can explore Jewish life and meet new people.
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If you’re weary of political polarization, nothing is more refreshing than nuanced thinking: ideas that reveal the complexity of what’s wrong in the world and how to make it better. But where does such thinking come from? Often, it’s from someone changing their mind—letting go of an old perspective and growing into a new one. Join executive coach Amiel Handelsman as he interviews nuanced thinkers about the origin stories of their big ideas. Each story offers a window into one of humanity’s g ...
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Send us a Text Message. Esti Zenati is joined by a special guest, Dr. Einat Wilf. They discuss the importance of Zionism, the right path to peace in the Middle East, and her latest book, We Should All Be Zionists.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore
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Will Israel Become a Rogue State? | Interview: Nadav Eyal, Einat Wilf, & David French
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Are Israel and Iran rolling towards a regional war? Can Israel still rely on the United States as an ally? Is the war in Gaza over and did Hamas already win? Adaam is joined by senior Yedioth Ahronoth reporter Nadav Eyal, political commentator and author of The War of Return Einat Wilf, and Advisory Opinions special guest (and New York Times column…
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What Should Never Trumpers Do Now? | Interview: Matt Lewis
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Daily Beast columnist Matt Lewis joins Jamie to discuss the shifting dynamics of the 2024 election cycle and why he believes Donald Trump’s “threat to democracy” doesn’t mean he has to vote for Kamala Harris. The Agenda: —Current presidential landscape —What happened to J.D. Vance? —Is Trump actually a threat to democracy? —Will the Never Trump mov…
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Kvetch & Co - Spiked Iced Coffee Taste Test (August 09, 2024)
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Send us a Text Message. The moms are back and we dive into the latest Olympic drama, swap stories about planning our big 40th birthday bashes, and hear all about Risa's awkward moment at school. Plus, we're doing a taste test of the new Dunkin Spiked Iced Coffee—because what’s a podcast without a little caffeine? Tune in for a fun-filled episode th…
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Pivoting to the Far Left | Roundtable
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Sarah, Jonah, and Megan McArdle break down the Tim Walz vice presidential pick and discuss the state of conservatism at the local level. Plus: an off-the-rails Not Worth Your Time. Steve, close your ears. The Agenda: —The Tim Walz pick —Are the Harris-Walz vibes better? —“Kamabla” —Is conservatism alive at the state level? —Markets aren’t fun anymo…
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S5 E14: “Let’s celebrate” with Benjamin Till
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Benjamin Till is a Jewish composer, director and filmmaker. He is currently the Composer in Residence for Mosaic Voices, a vocal ensemble at London’s New West End Synagogue. Benjamin’s music has been performed at top venues across the country, including the Royal Albert Hall. In this episode, he discusses his new project, ‘The Jews of Britain’, whi…
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BONUS EPISODE: Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's Friday Evening Shabbat Sermon (August 2, 2024)
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Send us a Text Message. Olympics, Prayer and Desire. In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's full sermon from this past Friday evening Shabbat service at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore
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Havdalah Happy Hour: Navigating News, Olympic Highlights, and Jill's New Hobby (August 3, 2024)
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Send us a Text Message. Today, we dive into the world of news consumption, discussing where and how people get their news. We'll also explore the latest international prisoner swaps and their global impact, as well as the latest updates from the Olympics. Plus, Jill shares her new hobby with us, adding a fun twist to the show. Tune in for these dis…
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What a difference two weeks make. Jonah, Sarah, Chris Stirewalt, and a beach-bound Megan McArdle discuss whether Kamala Harris’ newly energized and surprisingly disciplined campaign is getting on Trump’s nerves. The agenda: —Kamala basking in the coconut glow —Trump’s onstage interview at the NABJ conference —Gov. Roy Cuppa —Trump’s messy messaging…
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The Agony of Abundance (w/ Nick Gillespie)
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Nick Gillespie — editor at large at the libertarian institution that is Reason Magazine (and host of The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie) — comes on the pod for an IRL conversation about 'The Agony of Abundance,' the paradoxical state in which we’re more prosperous, yet more dissatisfied, than ever. We discuss the negative narratives peddled b…
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S5 E13: “Against all odds” with Dora Reisser
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Dora Reisser is a Bulgarian Holocaust survivor whose life was profoundly impacted by the rise of the Nazi regime. Despite facing unimaginable challenges, she emerged as an accomplished ballet dancer, actress, fashion designer and writer. In this episode, Dora describes living under Nazi rule, making a new life for herself and her experiences acting…
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Chapter 25 - Yes to the Occupation, No to Settlements
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In this episode, Einat makes the case for why the most obvious policy for management of the conflict is continued security control between the river and the sea, but a halt (or removal?) of civilians in areas where Israel does not exercise sovereignty. Then, columnist Blake Flayton joins the conversation with insights on the current Israeli governm…
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BONUS EPISODE - Rabbi Steven Schwartz Shabbat Sermon (July 27, 2024)
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Send us a Text Message. Sports trivia and Torah. In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore
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Newt Gingrich: ‘We Must Win’ | Interview
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Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, author of March to the Majority and host of Newt’s World, joins Jamie to debate foreign policy, Donald Trump, the media, and coup d’états. The Agenda: —The preservation of Israel —Going all in on Ukraine —What Never Trumpers miss about Donald Trump —Who is the “establishment” and who is not? —The assassination at…
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Havdalah Happy Hour: Olympics Kickoff, Travel Turmoil, and DC Drama (July 27, 2024)
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another exciting episode of the Havdalah Happy Hour! This week, we discuss the much-anticipated kickoff of the Olympics, a major disruption to air travel that left thousands stranded and frustrated, and the chaos that erupted in Washington, DC. Grab your favorite drink and join Ben, Jeremy, and Jill for Havdalah H…
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'This Ought to Be Alarming' | Roundtable
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Steve, Jonah, and Michael are joined by TMD editor Mary Trimble to discuss Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress and the subsequent protests. They also analyze Kamala Harris’ response, elite wagon-circling, Donald Trump’s scary unification of the Republican Party, and Joe Biden’s withdrawal. The Agenda: —Bipartisan moments: Iran and October 7 —I…
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S5 E12: “Moral questions” with Nigel Biggar
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Reverend Canon Nigel Biggar is a historian, theologian and ethicist currently serving as Regius Professor Emeritus of Moral Theology at the University of Oxford. Nigel has been described as “one of the leading living Western ethicists” by the New Statesman, and is named as one of Prospect Magazine’s Top Thinkers of 2024. He has published eight book…
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Clergy Talk with Rabbi Zaslow and Ben Kreshtool (July 20, 2024)
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Send us a Text Message. Clergy Talk from Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore with Rabbi Zaslow and Ben Kreshtool.By Beth El Congregation of Baltimore
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This is the first half of our Dispatch Live livestream from last night. If you’d like to watch or listen to the full episode (which we highly recommend!), please become a Dispatch member on https://thedispatch.com/join/ On yet another emergency edition of Dispatch Live, Sarah is joined by Steve, Jonah, and Mike to break down President Joe Biden’s d…
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What Would a Second Trump Term Mean for Foreign Policy? | Interview: Eliot Cohen
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Eliot Cohen, professor emeritus at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies, thinks a second Trump term won’t have a dramatic effect on American foreign policy. He joins Jamie to debate this point, the risk of pulling out of NATO and abandoning allies, and whether America is bound to retreat from global affairs. NOTE: This episode was…
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In this episode, originally published as a short social media post, Einat explains the one thing that westerners cannot seem to grasp: Palestinians are, in fact, adults, who are capable of making adult decisions. Then, columnist Blake Flayton joins the conversation to go more into detail about this mental blockage and its consequences.…
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Havdalah Happy Hour: Ben’s Israel Adventure & The Trump Assassination Attempt (July 20, 2024)
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Send us a Text Message. Shavua Tov! Welcome to another enlightening episode of Havdalah Happy Hour! Ben is back from his trip to Israel. We recap his journey and share a failed attempt to prank Jill. But that's not all—we delve into the latest headlines with a discussion on the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Pour you…
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TEASE: Trump Goes Off Script, Because Of Course He Does | Dispatch Live
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* This is the first half of our Dispatch Live livestream from last night. If you'd like to watch or listen to the full episode (which we highly recommend!), please become a Dispatch member on https://thedispatch.com/join/ * It's Dispatch After Hours. Our intrepid reporters stayed up till the wee hours to catch former President Trump's full speech o…
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S5 E11: “Here we go again” with Marco Shalma
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Marco Shalma is the creator and executive producer of the upcoming documentary ‘Here We Go Again’ which delves into the cyclical and cynical nature of antisemitism through the lens of a diverse group of activists. The film invites viewers to reflect on the past and present, urging a future where the lessons of resilience and solidarity pave the way…
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The Assassination Attempt | Roundtable
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Sarah, Steve, Jonah, and David French discuss the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump during a Pennsylvania rally over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Dispatch
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What Happened in France | Interview: Bernard-Henri Lévy
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NOTE: This episode was recorded last week July 10, before the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. French public intellectual Bernard-Henri Lévy joins Jamie on today’s episode to discuss the surprise rise of the far-left in the French elections and its implications for Western foreign policy. Plus: why BHL’s glad he’s not Ameri…
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Our Friend Attended a Trump Rally — And Witnessed History
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PLEASE NOTE: We are releasing this episode in the immediate aftermath of the alleged assassination attempt on President Trump. Details and facts presented in this conversation are still being corroborated and are subject to be updated/corrected. Recurrent guest Misha Thomas (“The Liberal Who Voted for Trump” / “Blackness and the Other Side of Traum…
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Biden Presser Leaves Dems in Limbo | Roundtable
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Sarah, Steve, and Jonah are joined by Axios’ national political correspondent Alex Thompson to analyze Joe Biden’s performance during Thursday’s press conference and where the president stands within his own party. The Agenda: —Vindication for Robert Hur —Criticizing media coverage of Biden —Vice President Kamala Harris’ electability —Tensions betw…
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