Unholy: Two Jews on the News

The hosts discuss the Israel-Hamas conflict, the issue of hostages, and the implications of the administration's decision on sanctioning West Bank settlers. They also talk about the Biden administration's actions in Gaza, perspectives on Israeli settlements, controversial politician statements, and a tragic massacre in France.

Former head of the Mossad intelligence directorate, Zohar Palti, discusses the decision-making process in the Israel-Hamas conflict and the possibility of a breakthrough. Other topics include the controversy surrounding UNRWA's ties to Hamas, the importance of bringing hostages home, intelligence failures, Iran's involvement in the region, the Israel-America relationship, and Israeli politics.

This podcast explores the war between Israel and Hamas, the tension between Benjamin Netanyahu and Joe Biden, and a unique Holocaust Memorial Day. They also discuss the Hutzpah Awards and a German supermarket's response to an extreme right party.

Discussion on the impact of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas on social media and global perception, including the pressure on Joe Biden and the rise of anti-Semitism. Exploring the generational divide on Israel and the weaponization of social media. Highlighting the double standards in the portrayal of Israel and the prevalence of anti-Semitism in corporate America. Examining the influence of TikTok and discussing tragic stories and potential candidates for the Kutzva of the week.

The hosts talk to Michael Walzer, the leading authority on war morality, about the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. They discuss the official scaling down of the war, the legality of Israeli actions, and the concept of a just war. They also explore war ethics, humanitarian aid in Gaza, and touch on various other topics, including the mystery surrounding Khabad headquarters.

Former White House press secretary and MSNBC host Jen Psaki joins the hosts to discuss the intensification of the Israel-Gaza conflict, the US presidential election, and the changing face of the Democratic party. The podcast also reveals the results of an exclusive poll on US attitudes towards Israel and Hamas, highlights a landmark decision by Israel's Supreme Court, and critiques a film for omitting Jews in its marketing material.

Jonathan and Yonit discuss recent events in Israel, including a surprising new government and a judicial overhaul. They speak with Rachel Goldberg-Polin, mother of a hostage captured by Hamas, about her ongoing campaign to bring her son Hersh back home. They also cover the emotional toll of advocating for a child, navigating faith, finding joy amidst difficulty, practical steps to support hostages, and the remarkable women fighting for their release.

Pressure on the Israeli government is mounting from within and without. As the international community debates exactly what kind of ceasefire it demands of Israel, many of the hostage families urge an immediate pause to bring their loved ones home - a plea that gained new intensity after the mistaken killing by the IDF of three fleeing hostages in Gaza. Yonit and Jonathan discuss all that, together with a new poll which suggests Israeli public opinion is hardening on a range of issues - including disenchantment with Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus: a nod to actor, writer and polymath Stephen Fry, who this week took a stand that caught many by surprise. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook: Unholy Podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Political scientist Yascha Mounk joins the podcast to discuss the trap of identity politics and the situation in America’s universities. Topics include American pressure on Israel, discrepancies in public and private discourse, the complicated position of American universities on free speech, understanding the response to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the grip of ideology on Western campuses, and an incident of antisemitism in Poland.

Investigative TV journalist Ilana Dayan joins Yonit and Jonathan to discuss the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, hate speech against Jews, Israeli politics, the rise of anti-Semitism in Ivy League universities, gender bias in warnings, and the failure of the Zionist idea. They reflect on Ilana Dayan's impact and end with hope for a brighter future.