Noga Tarnopolsky

Gregg Carlstrom, a Middle East correspondent for The Economist, teams up with Noga Tarnopolsky, a journalist based in Jerusalem, to dissect the recent Iranian attacks on Israel. They delve into how the unprecedented drone and missile strikes could shift regional dynamics. The conversation reveals Iran's strategic miscalculation and examines the implications for Israeli politics, especially regarding Netanyahu's declining popularity. Listeners gain insight into the volatile geopolitics of the Middle East and the delicate balance of military responses.

Raymond Antrobus, a British-Jamaican poet, shares insights on his collaboration with percussionist Evelyn Glennie for their new album, emphasizing the power of spoken poetry. Noga Tarnopolski provides lively accounts from Tel Aviv, capturing the euphoric public celebration for the return of hostages. Meanwhile, Craig Kennedy discusses the impact of Ukrainian strikes on Russia's oil industry, highlighting shifts in export strategies and sanctions. Together, they paint a vivid picture of art and current events amid a backdrop of global conflict and hope.

Guests on the podcast discuss Trump's resilience amidst legal challenges, analysis of his history and potential drama within the Republican party. They also focus on Ukraine's call for aid, urgency in Congress, Middle East diplomacy, authoritarian strategies in elections, upcoming House votes on foreign aid bills, and escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Noga Tarnopolsky, a freelance journalist from Jerusalem, shares insights on the ongoing protests in Israel for hostages' release. Leigh Turner, a former British Ambassador to Ukraine, discusses the political intricacies influencing peace efforts amid the Ukraine conflict. Idit Ohel, mother of an Israeli hostage taken by Hamas, passionately advocates for a referendum on the war's future. The conversation dives deep into the historical complexities of conflict resolution and the urgent calls for humanitarian action amid escalating tensions.

Former Homeland Security Advisor and Counterterror Advisor to VP Mike Pence, Olivia Troye, and other guests discuss topics including Trump's legal immunity, the escalation of violence between Israel and Gaza, Hamas' attack plans, the Great Migration, and themes in Sylvia Plath's 'The Bell Jar'