Liel Leibovitz

Journalist and author Liel Leibovitz joins Antonio and Erik for a deep discussion that “solves all outstanding Israel issues once and for all.” They discuss what’s going on with Israeli and US politics, Israel’s foundational choice ahead, and why wokeness is not penetrating Israel. If you’re looking for an ERP platform, check out our sponsor, NetSuite: http://netsuite.com/zen We're hiring across the board at Turpentine and for Erik's personal team on other projects he's incubating. He's hiring a Chief of Staff, EA, Head of Special Projects, Investment Associate, and more. For a list of JDs, check out: eriktorenberg.com.Walter Russell Mead, historian, pundit, and author is encyclopedic about politics, culture, and history from immigration to religion, literature to finance. Mead is one of our favorite guests on Moment of Zen. He also has his own show called What Really Matters, a new podcast from Tablet Magazine (whose editor in chief, Alana Newhouse, was also on our show). Every week on What Really Matters, Mead and deputy editor Jeremy Stern analyze the revolutionary changes upending American life and connect them to larger trends. Go to tabletmag.com/podcasts/what-really-matters or subscribe to What Really Matters with Walter Russell Mead on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.LINKS:Liel’s writings for Tablet: https://www.tabletmag.com/contributors/liel-leibovitzRECOMMENDED PODCASTS:Upstream with Erik Torenberg: https://link.chtbl.com/UpstreamUnorthodox from Tablet: https://www.tabletmag.com/tags/unorthodoxTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Episode preview(03:06) Askhenazi vs Sephardic(04:14) Universalism vs Particularism(15:28) Sponsors: Secureframe | MarketerHire(37:08) Christian vs Jewish notions of Justice(49:28) Liel’s political evolution(52:42) Palestinians vs Israelis(1:00:00) Abraham Accords - Obama vs Trump approach to Israel(1:07:00) What do the left vs right of Israel believe?(1:12:00) What does Netanyahu want(1:16:02) Liel is Long-term bullish, short-term bearish on Israel(1:19:00) Israel isn’t dependent on U.S. anymore(1:29:27) What would Liel’s smartest critic say about this conversation(1:34:52) Future of America / Israel relationshipTWITTER:@MOZ_Podcast@liel (Liel)@eriktorenberg (Erik)@antoniogm (Antonio)Please support our sponsors: Beehiiv | Shopify | NetSuiteHead to Beehiiv, the newsletter platform built for growth, to power your own. Connect with premium brands, scale your audience, and deliver a beautiful UX that stands out in an inbox. 🐝 to https://Beehiiv.com and use code “MOZ” for 20% off your first three monthsShopify: https://shopify.com/momentofzen for a $1/month trial periodShopify is the global commerce platform that helps you sell at every stage of your business. Shopify powers 10% of all e-commerce in the US. And Shopify’s the global force behind Allbirds, Rothy’s, and Brooklinen, and 1,000,000s of other entrepreneurs across 175 countries. From their all-in-one e-commerce platform, to their in-person POS system – wherever and whatever you’re selling, Shopify’s got you covered. With free Shopify Magic, sell more with less effort by whipping up captivating content that converts – from blog posts to product descriptions using AI. Sign up for $1/month trial period: https://shopify.com/momentofzen-NetSuite: http://netsuite.com/zenNetSuite provides financial software for all your business needs. More than thirty-six thousand companies have already upgraded to NetSuite, gaining visibility and control over their financials, inventory, HR, eCommerce, and more. If you're looking for an ERP platform ✅ NetSuite: http://netsuite.com/zen and defer payments of a FULL NetSuite implementation for six months.

Liel Leibovitz, an editor-at-large at Tablet, delves into the recent protests in Israel following the tragic recovery of hostages' bodies. He discusses the complex emotions driving demonstrators and critiques how deep-rooted issues are often oversimplified. The conversation touches on the evolving role of the IDF and the historical context of Israeli protests, drawing parallels to American ideals of public trust. Leibovitz emphasizes the need for a broader dialogue about national identity and resilience, highlighting the challenges faced by Israeli society today.

Podcast guest Liel Leibovitz from Tel Aviv discusses the echoes of past horrors in the anti-Semitism at Columbia University. Topics include the turmoil at Columbia, the debate on academic freedom, anti-Semitism in education, and the geopolitical analysis of military strategy. Golda Meir's legacy, American aid to Israel, and political discussions are also explored.

Liel Leibovitz, writer and commentator, discusses the attacks on Israel and the broader West. They explore the theological interpretation of Hamas, the resurgence of paganism, society's disconnect from death, the influence of social media, and Israel's resilience amid constant threat.

Journalist and podcaster Liel Leibovitz explores how the Talmud provides surprising modern self-help advice, sharing stories of repentance, the power of redemption, and finding enjoyment in life. The teachings of rabbis Shamai and Hillel emphasize prioritizing important activities and scheduling time for meaningful pursuits.