Best Josh Shron Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #1195: Israeli Music Time Machine - 2009 1:09:29

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OK, reality check. 2009 was FIFTEEN years ago. Yup, you heard that right. While it may seem like only yesterday to many of us, 2009 marked a significant year in history and music, leaving a lasting impact on our lives (and our Spotify playlists!). It was also the year Michael Jackson passed away, former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert was indicted for c…

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Episode #1194: Twenty Years Without Naomi Shemer 1:13:30

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In this special episode, we pay tribute to Naomi Shemer, one of Israel's most beloved songwriters and composers, on the 20th anniversary of her passing. Often hailed as the 'First Lady of Israeli Song,' Naomi Shemer's music has left an indelible mark on Israeli culture. Join us as we celebrate her life and legacy through her timeless songs that con…

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Episode #1193: Israeli Songs You Love To Sing 1:04:44

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This week on the podcast, we turn up the volume and get ready to belt it out! We put the call out to our amazing listeners in the "Israeli Music Community" Facebook group, asking for your favorite Israeli songs to sing along to at the top of your lungs. We got some amazing responses! This week on Israel Hour Radio, get ready for a playlist packed w…

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Episode #1192: Road Trip! 1:05:01

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'If you're going on a ten hour road trip, and can only listen to ONE Israeli artist...who's it gonna be?' Such was the question we recently asked on Israeli Music Community, our popular Israeli music discussion group on Facebook. And, wow! Did we get some great responses! With the tragic news of the day still heavy on our minds, permit us present a…

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Episode #1191: Like The Old Days 58:54

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Remember the music of the 'good old days'? You know, those blissful days before the world changed forever? We're referring, of course, to the Israeli music released BEFORE October 7. Back then, Israeli songs were generally fun and light, with songs about love and relationships. Although the past several months have been chock full of powerful, insp…

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Episode #1190: Israel's High Holidays 1:06:57

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Each year, there is so much emotional Israeli music that emerges in commemoration of Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha'atzmaut. Between new original songs, musical tributes at state ceremonies, and performances at other events around the country, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. This year, however, was no ordinary year. Israel's Memorial Day was …

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Episode #1189: From Darkness To Light 1:07:35

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We recorded this episode moments before Yom HaZikaron began in Israel, not sure of what to expect in this very strange and difficult year. So much has happened since last year's national 'high holiday season' in Israel. So much pain, so much fear, so much destruction, so much anxiety. How can we bear the burden of Memorial Day this year? How can we…

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Episode #1188: Heroes Don't Wear Capes 1:07:26

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What does it mean to be a hero? What does it mean to be a JEWISH hero? And what can we learn about heroes from the tragic events of October 7? This week, we are honored to welcome Israeli singer Gilad Segev, creator of "Project Heroes". Ever since October 7, Gilad has spent his time gathering heroic stories from that Black Shabbat...stories of hero…

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Episode #1187: Why Is This Night Different? 1:02:27

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Passover is here, and by all accounts, this year's celebration will be a lot different than most years'. Like every year, we'll gather around the seder table with family and friends. But this year, so many will be missing from the table. This year, we'll save empty seats for hostages and for active soldiers, all who SHOULD be joining our seder. We'…

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Episode #1186: Six Months - A Musical Retrospective 1:08:23

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This week, we acknowledge a grim milestone: six months since the October 7 massacre, kidnapping of hostages, and the resulting Operation Swords of Iron. As we watch events unfold, we remain sick with worry for the safety of our brothers and sisters in Israel and around the world. At the same time, we stand united in the belief that the State of Isr…

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Episode #1185: Inside and Outside the Hurricane 1:04:35

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With Israel still very much at war, the country's 'new normal' continues to permeate its music. Yes, some of the new music is very raw, very painful, and very powerful. Other songs are as seemingly as mundane as can be, as Israeli music continues to shift onto topics other than the war. Still, nearly every song you hear these days can be interprete…

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Episode #1184: Musical Messages of Resilience 1:04:16

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So often - especially throughout the current situation in Israel - Israeli music speaks directly to our hearts and evokes a wide range of emotions. This week we'll do the same...but in an overwhelmingly positive tone! Ready to smile? Hatikva 6, Moshe Peretz, Shlomi Shabbat, Lior Narkis, Mosh Ben Ari, Eden Ben Zaken, and many more will take you on a…

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Episode #1183: Israeli Music Time Machine - 1974 1:10:44

4M ago1:10:44

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Over the last several months, Israel Hour Radio has kept you up to date with the latest Israeli music, born of pain and pride during this time of war. It's reminiscent of another time of war - the Yom Kippur War of 1973. It began 50 years (nearly to the day) before the horrific attacks of October 7, 2023, and like our current conflict, Israel was t…

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Episode #1182: Sing, Sing A Song 55:59

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Clay Aiken once said: "A song can be more than words and music ... when sung with soul a song carries you to another world, to a place where no matter how much pain you feel, you are never alone." Well, in today's very painful world, so many in Israel and around the world have turned to singing to help ease the pain and bring people together. Ever …

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Episode #1181: From Meaningful To Mundane 1:07:42

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What does Israeli music sound like today? A mix of everything. Some of it is sad, some of it hopeful, some of it patriotic. And some...is just back to normal. This week on Israel Hour Radio, you'll hear it all - from love songs to the country, to plain old love songs that could be recorded anytime. From painful songs about our hostages, to painful …

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Episode #1180: Sad Music From My Happy Place 1:03:30

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Ask Josh Shron about his 'happy place,' and he'll tell you: number one is on the beach in Tel Aviv, and number two is behind the control board at WRSU Studios in New Jersey. This week he comes to you from Happy Place 2 for the first time in six months, and you can just hear the excitement in his voice! Despite his joy, he also brings along a playli…

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Episode #1179: Saluting Our Men and Women In Green 1:03:49

6M ago1:03:49

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We've focused on the victims, we've focused on the survivors...but how about a show dedicated to the soldiers? The men and women of the IDF are putting their lives on the line each and every day, fighting on the front lines or behind the scenes. They are all true HEROES, defending our right to exist! This week, Israel Hour Radio salutes our chayali…

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Episode #1178: Musical Therapy 58:34

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Music is amazing. It can raise you up or knock you down with just a few well-placed notes or lyrics. And somehow, the music in Israel since October 7 has been able to take us on all kinds of highs and lows. Each week, we at Israel Hour Radio have taken you on a musical roller-coaster ride, throwing your emotions into overdrive. But this week, just …

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Episode #1177: One Hundred Days 1:05:41

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It's been more than 100 days. 100 agonizing days of darkness. Of heartbreak. Of pain. 100 days of despair. The world recently marked 100 days since the horrific events of October 7, with special emphasis on the hostages that remain in Hamas captivity. This is a milestone we never imagined we'd reach. As painful as it is to think about the plight of…

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Episode #1176: New Year, Old 'Matzav' 1:09:20

6M ago1:09:20

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It's our first show of 2024 - but despite the new year, the 'matzav' (situation) drags on. We're still at war, we're still awaiting the return of our hostages, we're still grieving what we lost on October 7 and its aftermath. Thankfully, new Israeli music helps unite us, reminding us constantly of what we're fighting for. This week, more new music …

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Episode #1175: The Year in Israeli Music 2023 1:12:25

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Yes, it's become the year many of us would like to forget. But as 2023 comes to a close, we take an hour to reminisce about the songs released in the blissful days before the world turned upside down. Radio stations in Israel radically changed their playlists after the tragic events of October 7, but for nine months prior, they played innocent, fun…

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Episode #1174: Ups and Downs 1:02:35

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It's been more than 80 days since the horrors of October 7th, and the healing process still has a very long way to go. There are more than 100 hostages hidden somewhere (presumably) beneath Gaza, we learn daily of more fallen Israeli soldiers, and yes, we still are a very pained nation. Can music help us heal? You tell us. This week, many of the so…

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Episode #1173: Our Hope Is Not Yet Lost 1:06:21

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War, sadness, death, hostages, casualties...as Operation Swords of Iron continues, the news isn't getting any easier to digest. But as usual, music helps us cope - and Israeli music seems to be a bit more upbeat, optimistic, and positive over the past few weeks. The roller coaster ride of emotions continues this week on Israel Hour Radio, but this …

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Episode #1172: Banishing The Darkness 58:33

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Chanukah 5784 is here - perhaps the most meaningful Chanukah in our lifetimes. With Israel at war and antisemitism rising around the world, the Chanukah story is as relevant as ever. Can we truly celebrate during these dark times? We think there's no better time to spread the light of Chanukah to banish the darkness. So this week, a little musical …

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Episode #1170: An Emotional Roller Coaster 56:38

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Ever since Operation Swords of Iron began, the situation has pulled our hearts and emotions in a gazillion different directions. On one hand, we're mourning the massive loss of life on October 7, and are worried sick about our hostages. On the other hand, we are bursting with pride for the brave IDF soldiers fighting for our freedom. Many Israelis …

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Episode #1169: Think Positive 1:01:18

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For most of us who care about Israel, the past few weeks have been a roller coaster, to say the least. One minute we're deeply depressed, the next we're uplifted by the bravery and courage of the IDF. Along the way, we've probably felt every emotion in between. That's been the vibe in Israel ever since October 7, and that's been the theme of the mu…

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Episode #1168: Songs of Pain, Songs of Pride 1:04:00

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When the world is against us...when no one seems to understand who the 'good guys' and 'bad guys' are...when you're feeling a sense of despair, loss, and helplessness...that's when our community can do the most good. Here you're among people who GET you. You're with people who share your values. A warm community whose members are going through the …

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Episode #1167: Music Helps Us Cope 58:28

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30 days since the 'Black Shabbat' of October 7, 2023, and it's not getting any easier. The images continue to haunt us, the hostage crisis continues to infuriate us, and the soldiers continue to inspire us. But as usual, music is there to unite us. Yes, the songs can be painful, heart-wrenching, and emotional, but they connect us to Eretz Yisrael a…

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Episode #1166: A Musical Hug 58:32

9M ago58:32

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As Operation Swords of Iron enters its fourth week, Israel's artists continue to work overtime to boost morale in the country. Some perform in hospitals for injured soldiers, some perform on army bases, some perform online for fans around the world. But in the midst of it all, they also release new songs to help us cope with this very uncertain tim…

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Episode #1165: Melodies of War 58:00

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Israel's musical community is amazing. When tragedy strikes in Israel, they are always there to help us cope with the grief. So as Israel's war against Hamas continues, Israel's top musical artists have sprung into action. This past week, some of our favorite artists released an impressive selection of songs to capture - and elevate - the somber mo…

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Episode #1164: Together We Will Win 58:32

9M ago58:32

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We return to you this week with very mixed emotions. On one hand, it's Josh's first show since making Aliyah, and he's thrilled to be back. On the other hand, Israel is at war - one that threatens its very survival. It's been a VERY rough week in Israel to say the least, and at the very least, we could all use a 'musical hug'. Join Josh on his very…

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Episode #1163: Have a Good Trip! 1:01:21

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Welcome to August Chagigot 2023! Each week during the month of August, we devote an episode of Israel Hour Radio to a particular topic in Israeli music, and with your help, create a playlist of songs about that topic. With only three more live shows to go before Josh makes Aliyah, we thought it would be fun to kick things off this year with a 'Chag…

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Episode #1162: Seasons of Love 1:00:42

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Just a few days after Tisha B'av, the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, Jewish tradition offers a fun season of love. Tu B'av, a holiday on which Jewish women traditionally would come out and look for mates, has become something of a Jewish Valentine's Day. It's also the perfect time to devote an episode of Israel Hour Radio to the best Israeli l…

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Episode #1160: New Israeli Music - June 2023 1:01:32

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Summer is here, and the Israeli music is getting HOT! The stars are out this week, all competing to become THE 'go-to' song of summer 2023. Competing for the title? Artists like Hatikva 6, Stephane Legar, Omer Adam, Noa, Netta, Narkis, Nunu, and many more! These are the songs that will be ALL OVER Israel this summer, blaring at the beach, the pool,…

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Episode #1159: Remembering Yehonatan Geffen 1:10:12

1y ago1:10:12

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On April 19, 2023, the Israeli music world lost one of its most creative and accomplished minds, as poet and lyricist Yehonatan Geffen passed away at age 76. Yehonatan was responsible for some of the most famous Israeli songs ever written, with classic Israeli songs for adults and children alike. As Israel Radio's Benny Dudkevitch commented, 'Israe…

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Episode #1158: My Israeli Playlist - Breandan Ward 1:31:11

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Our listeners pick their favorite Israeli songs! This time, we're pleased to introduce you to Breandan Ward of London, who has a very interesting Israeli music journey to share! Breandan grew up on a dairy farm in Ireland and moved to London after college where he worked in investment banking for 10 years before later moving to New York. His first …

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Episode #1157: Israeli Music Time Machine - 1998 1:10:50

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Seems like just yesterday to some, but 1998 was 25 years ago. It was the year Google was founded, 'Titanic' was a hit in theaters, and Monica Lewinsky was a household name. But what songs were playing on Israeli radios 25 years ago? This week, we set the dials on our Israeli Music Time Machine to 1998, and play some of Israel's biggest songs of the…

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Episode #1155: New Israeli Music - May 2023 1:02:06

1y ago1:02:06

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In our weeks-long celebration of Israel's 75th, we neglected to keep you up-to-date with the amazing NEW music coming out of Israel. It's time to correct that injustice right now! This week, Israel Hour Radio proudly presents a countdown of the top 15 songs of the week, based on the songs that received the most airplay in Israel this past week. And…

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Episode #1154: 75 Greatest Israeli Songs of All Time (Part II) 1:06:36

1y ago1:06:36

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What's your favorite Israeli song of all time? Last week, we brought you part one of the results from Kan Gimmel radio's recent countdown of listeners' favorites, and today, we're proud to bring you part two. Each song is a classic, each instantly recognizable, and most are very singable! In honor of Israel's 75th, enjoy this exciting countdown of …

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Episode #1153: 75 Greatest Israeli Songs of All Time (Part I) 1:03:14

1y ago1:03:14

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Could you compile a list of your favorite Israeli songs of all time? Not so easy, right? Well, in honor of Israel's 75th, Kan Gimmel radio recently asked listeners to do just that - to vote for their favorite Israeli songs of all time. On Yom Ha'atzmaut 2023, they counted down the top 75 live on the radio, and we think you'd enjoy hearing some of t…

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Episode #1152: Happy 75th Birthday, Israel! 1:05:33

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Israel's 75th birthday is finally here, and it's time to kick back and CELEBRATE the miracle and the magic of the modern State of Israel. And if you ask us, there's no better way to celebrate than by listening to uplifting, inspirational, and FUN Israeli music! This week, we kick off our celebration of Israel's 75th with songs marking this exciting…

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Episode #1151: Your Perfect Passover Playlist 2023 1:07:56

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Chag Sameach! The holiday of Passover is here to remind us of the blessing of freedom...bringing with it some darn good music. The songs of the seder are simply legendary, with melodies that just about everyone knows and loves. But when your favorite Israeli singers bring their own unique styles to these beloved melodies, the result is beautiful an…

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Episode #1156: For Women, By Women 1:04:04

1+ y ago1:04:04

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Who runs the world? Girls, of course. As we catch up on a few podcasts that aired on the radio but not published online, here's a great episode from March 2023 in celebration of International Women's Day. We're turning up the volume and spotlighting the empowering sounds of Israeli music created for women, by women. Join us as we groove to 'girl-po…

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Episode #1150: The Family That Sings Together 1:09:35

1+ y ago1:09:35

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Mother’s Day? Father’s Day? They're nice and all, but we can do better. Around the year 2000, it was decided that Yom HaMishpacha - Family Day - would be celebrated in Israel on the 30th of Shevat. Ever since, Israelis enjoy the day as an opportunity to celebrate our beautiful families. In honor of the occasion, we've put together a fun playlist of…

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Episode #1149: My Israeli Playlist - Allison Rusgo 1:07:18

1+ y ago1:07:18

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Our listeners share their favorite Israeli songs...and this time, we're pleased to welcome Allison Rusgo to the Israel Hour Radio studios! Allison lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she works as a university professor. She was born in Manhattan but grew up in Charlotte, NC after moving there with her family in the early 1990s. Allison attend…

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Episode #1148: Music Just Sounds Better In Israel 1:03:19

1+ y ago1:03:19

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Just a week in Israel. Sometimes it's all you need to recharge your batteries and fall in love with the country all over again. Josh is back from a week in Israel, and is so excited to share the music he heard along the way. Is there anything special, meaningful, or inspirational about the playlist? No, not at all. But when you're sitting in a rest…

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Episode #1147: New Israeli Music - December / January 1:00:09

1+ y ago1:00:09

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If you want to connect to Israel, you need to connect to its thriving culture. We can help! Join us this week for a look into the new Israeli music of the past two months. And wow, what a line-up! Hanan Ben Ari, Noa Kirel, Ninet Tayeb, Harel Skaat, Omer Adam, Narkis, and many, many more. Enjoy this upbeat playlist, jam-packed with brand new tunes f…

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Episode #1146: Israeli Music Time Machine - 2013 1:07:01

1+ y ago1:07:01

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Was 2013 actually TEN years ago? Crazy but true. It was the year of the Boston Marathon bombing, the 90th birthday of Shimon Peres, the passing of Arik Einstein...and Miley Cyrus teaching us how to 'twerk' on MTV. In music, however, Israelis were listening to Nathan Goshen, Keren Peles, Elai Botner, Idan Amedi, and many more. Join us as we take a m…

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Episode #1145: My Israeli Playlist - Leeaht Guzi 1:08:33

1+ y ago1:08:33

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Our listeners pick their favorite Israeli songs! This time, we'll meet Leeaht Guzi, who has put together an amazing playlist for your listening pleasure. Leeaht lives in Washington DC with her husband, Amir, moving there after completing her Masters in Government in Israel. She works at a nuclear innovation startup as Director of External Affairs. …

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Episode #1144: Israeli Music 2022 Retrospective 1:01:31

1+ y ago1:01:31

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Happy New Year! 2022 was another great year for Israeli music. Recorded on the very first day of 2023, this week's podcast looks back at the very best of the past 12 months. What were the biggest musical stories? Who were the breakout stars of the year? What songs can't you get out of your head? We'll explore all that and more this week on Israel H…

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