Unholy: Two Jews on the News
Unholy Media
Yonit Levi of Israel's Channel 12 News and Jonathan Freedland of The Guardian are two of the most prominent journalists in the world today. They are also Jews. Each week, join what MSNBC's Rachel Maddow calls "two great, smart smart smart hosts" as they dissect and debate current events shaping Israel, Jewish life - and the wider world.
Their blend of nuanced discussion and sparkling conversation, featuring a dazzling range of guests, is why New Yorker editor David Remnick calls himself a “proud, avid listener," why Ira Glass says he "completely enjoys this show" and why Malcolm Gladwell calls it an "incredibly fun podcast".
For a weekly fix of globally informed talk – including nominations for the greatest act of chutzpah and outstanding mensch of the previous seven days – there’s only one destination. Make every Friday morning Unholy.
Contact us via: unholy@unholy-media.com
Their blend of nuanced discussion and sparkling conversation, featuring a dazzling range of guests, is why New Yorker editor David Remnick calls himself a “proud, avid listener," why Ira Glass says he "completely enjoys this show" and why Malcolm Gladwell calls it an "incredibly fun podcast".
For a weekly fix of globally informed talk – including nominations for the greatest act of chutzpah and outstanding mensch of the previous seven days – there’s only one destination. Make every Friday morning Unholy.
Contact us via: unholy@unholy-media.com
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Jun 21, 2024 • 1h 1min
Bibi's House of Cards - with Rivka Ravitz
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.
Jun 14, 2024 • 1h 2min
Big Fires Everywhere - with Amos Harel
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.
Jun 7, 2024 • 1h 6min
No Quiet On The Northern Front - with “Nas Daily”
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.
May 31, 2024 • 1h 24min
Israel GPS - with Fareed Zakaria
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.
May 24, 2024 • 1h 8min
Wanted - with Yuval Shany
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.
May 17, 2024 • 52min
Strange Days Indeed
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.
May 10, 2024 • 1h 9min
Up In Arms - with Michael Milshtein
Israel's relationship with the US under scrutiny as Biden withholds arms; Dr. Michael Milshtein sheds light on Hamas, ceasefire challenges, and potential outcomes. Eurovision drama and a chutzpah award winner highlight the lighter side of the news.
May 3, 2024 • 1h 25min
College Break - with Hadley Freeman, Noa Fay & Maya Ilany
Award-winning columnist Hadley Freeman discusses her new essay on the left. Columbia and Harvard students share experiences amid campus protests. Political negotiations for a ceasefire deal and hostage release are highlighted. The rise of anti-Semitism and shifting attitudes towards Jews in America are explored. Conversation delves into fostering dialogue on anti-Semitism in academia and navigating Jewish identity in the US.
Apr 26, 2024 • 55min
Rewind: Scott Galloway vs. the World
Entrepreneur and scholar Professor Scott Galloway discusses the rise of anti-Semitism and bigotry against Israel, the changing perceptions of Israel in the US, and the challenges of shaping public opinion. The conversation also delves into the differences in European and American attitudes on global issues, the impact of TikTok, and the need for a radical shift in diversity programs in universities to enhance representation.
Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 20min
The 11th Plague - with Fania Oz-Salzberger & Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib
Israeli scholar Fania Oz-Salzberger and Palestinian writer Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib discuss Israel's response to an Iranian attack, the future for Israelis and Palestinians post-Gaza war, and reflections for Passover. Explore the complexities of celebrating freedom during conflict, the global perception of news, empathy for hostages, the slow road to peace, controversies surrounding Jewish organizations, and navigating anti-Zionist narratives.
