Unholy: Two Jews on the News

Two attempted killings, 14 hours - and a world - apart. In this emergency episode, Yonit and Jonathan discuss the implications of both the assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania and the Israeli air strike on Gaza aimed at killing Mohammed Deif, one of the masterminds behind October 7. With uncertainty still swirling about both events, what could be their lasting impact? -- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unholypodcast/Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1150578065793142See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Democrats weigh up what to do about Joe Biden, Yonit and Jonathan talk to New York Times columnist and podcaster Ezra Klein, who back in February became the most prominent US journalist to argue that Biden was too old to seek re-election. They discuss what Democrats should do now, as well as Klein’s recent reporting from Israel: how do liberal Jewish Americans like him now see the country – and themselves? Plus: the latest on the UK’s new government, Israel’s current government and France’s struggle to form a government. Plus: a bumper crop of mensch and chutzpah award nominees. -- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unholypodcast/and X: https://x.com/2jewsonthenewsJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1150578065793142  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They’ve voted in Britain, are about to vote in France and come November they’ll be voting in America - even if they’re not exactly sure who’s going to be on the ballot. Yonit and Jonathan break down the unfolding situations in both the UK and US and talk to one of France’s best known TV journalists, Ruth Elkrief about the dilemma Sunday’s vote poses for French Jews - and why she herself ‘came out’ as a Jew after October 7. -- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unholypodcast/and X: https://x.com/2jewsonthenewsJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1150578065793142See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Supreme Court delivering a landmark ruling that could spell the end of Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition, new polling shows who might take his place. Plus, as a leading Israel critic loses an election in New York, and Jews at a Los Angeles synagogue come under attack from Gaza protesters, Yonit and Jonathan talk to Van Jones - CNN commentator, former Obama official and one of Black America's leading voices. They discuss rising antisemitism, the rift between Jews and the progressive left and the future of the Black-Jewish relationship. Plus a mensch award from the north of Israel, and chutzpah nominees that stretch from the pinnacle of the US media to the English south coast. -- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unholypodcast/and X: https://x.com/2jewsonthenewsJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1150578065793142See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Israeli president's chief of staff, Rivka Ravitz, discusses Haredi exemption from military service in Israel. The hosts talk about rifts in Israel's ruling coalition and Netanyahu's challenges. They also award chutzpah and mensch winners.

Award-winning Haaretz military analyst Amos Harel joins to discuss a daring hostage rescue in Israel, escalating Hezbollah rocket fire, Benny Gantz's exit, Netanyahu's clash with the Supreme Court, far-right gains in Europe, and Hollywood's Jewish founders.

Special guest Nas Daily, known for his massive following, now defines himself as Israeli-Palestinian. Topics include tensions in Northern Israel, literary world boycotts, and the impact of online platforms on public opinion. Also discussed are shifting identities, navigating politics in Israel and Palestine, and content bias on social media platforms like TikTok.

American analyst Fareed Zakaria joins hosts to discuss Israel's geopolitics, potential outcomes of ongoing conflict, and impact of international interventions. They also touch on Israel's isolation, Netanyahu's rising popularity, and the challenges faced by Benny Gantz. Additionally, a conversation with Australian journalist Michael Gawenda on his Jewish journey is shared.

Yuval Shany, a top Israeli scholar of international law, discusses the ICC considering arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant. The podcast covers the hostage crisis, upcoming elections, and legal challenges faced by Israel. It explores the complexities of international law, political turmoil within the Israeli government, and the delicate balance between internal politics and legal obligations.

This podcast delves into intense ceremonial days in Israel, discussing split-screen Independence Day, a pointed Memorial Day address, and Benny Gantz's role in Netanyahu's government. They explore the information war, awards nominees, and the challenges of transitioning between somber and jubilant events amidst conflict.