Unholy: Two Jews on the News Israeli strike on Iran inching closer, Netanyahu survives another crisis and Special Guest Yuval Noah Harari
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Jun 12, 2025 
This week features Yuval Noah Harari, a prominent Israeli historian and author of 'Sapiens.' He shares insights on the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, as the possibility of a military strike looms. The discussion dives into the complexities of Israeli politics and the implications for future relations. Harari also reflects on the transformative challenges posed by AI, emphasizing the need for ethical frameworks. He further explores how minorities can influence history and the importance of civility in today's fractious political landscape.
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Jewish History's Biggest Turning Point
- Israel faces a potential spiritual catastrophe that could redefine Judaism radically.
- This includes ethnic cleansing risks, democracy disintegration, and an ideology of Jewish supremacy.
Israel Reflects Global Political Trends
- Israel's challenges mirror global trends of democratic disintegration and territorial aggression.
- The breaking of the taboo against conquest by force reflects a worldwide shift towards power politics.
AI as Autonomous Agent
- AI represents a unique revolution as an autonomous agent making decisions independently.
- This lack of predictability in AI behavior is fundamentally different from previous human inventions.