

Israel: State of a Nation with Eylon Levy
State of a Nation Podcast
Former Israeli spokesman Eylon Levy has been the global media’s #1 address for understanding Israel’s perspective in the October 7 War with Hamas. In the State of a Nation podcast, Eylon brings his idiosyncratic blend of “eloquence and ability to transmit outrage” (The Times) and “rhetorical tour de force” (The Guardian) to his exclusive channel, to explore the most pressing questions facing the Jewish state – and all with patience and panache. State of a Nation takes you into the spokesperson’s briefing notes, delving into the real stories and their surprising details. The series invites listeners into insider conversations with thinkers, policymakers, and media personalities — conversations that take you between the lines and beyond the headlines. Listen, watch and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.--FIND US ON:--YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stateofapod--X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/stateofapod--Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod
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Mar 8, 2024 • 33min
Uncovering Hamas’ Sexual War Crimes | Ayelet Razin Bet Or, Victim's Advocate
Send us a textTRIGGER WARNING: Sensitive themes are discussed in this conversation including graphic descriptions of sexual violence. Viewer discretion is advised. Women’s Rights expert and advocate Ayelet Razin Bet Or has been razor-focused on a singular mission since the horrors of October 7 – fighting on behalf of the victims of gender-based violence.In this episode taped for International Women’s Day 2024, Ayelet sits down with Eylon to review evidence of Hamas’ sexual violence as a weapon of war on that day. We find out what’s known, what’s still unknown, and how we can bear witness to these crimes against humanity. If you have experienced or borne witness to rape or crimes of sexual violence, please make sure you contact the relevant authorities for professional assistance. In Israel, you can contact the Association of Rape Crisis Center:https://www.1202.org.il/en/Stay up to date at:www.stateofanationpodcast.comX: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556030695001 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/state-of-a-nationSupport the showStay up to date at:X: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod/

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Mar 6, 2024 • 50min
Won't the West Fight to Save Itself? | Douglas Murray on How Fear Has Petrified Our Political Leaders [P1]
Douglas Murray dissects the motivations of Israel's allies and enemies, the Islamist threat in the UK, and whether the West will fight for its existence. He addresses societal divides, critiques uninformed activism, delves into anti-Semitism, and highlights the importance of standing up against extremism. The discussion also explores differing attitudes towards military service in Western societies.

Feb 29, 2024 • 47min
Colonizers? Communists? Czarists? | Haviv Rettig Gur on What Arabs Got Wrong About Jewish Refugees
Delving into historical misconceptions, the podcast explores the origins of the belief that Jewish refugees were colonialists, the complexities of British policies towards Jewish immigrants, and the evolution of Palestinian narratives. It also discusses de-radicalization challenges in Gaza, the religious dilemma introduced by Hamas, and the potential for peacebuilding in Middle Eastern relations with Israel.

Feb 27, 2024 • 40min
Playing Advocate For the Devil | Rabbi Dr Warren Goldstein on South Africa and that case at the ICJ
Send us a textSouth Africa's Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein joins Eylon Levy for a riveting conversation about the battle of civilizations, African Islamic Jihad, the petrodollar's corrupting influence, and the moral clarity required to confront this moment in history. An expert in human rights and international law, Rabbi Goldstein is uniquely situated, both in circumstance and in expertise, to unpack the case at the International Court of Justice and explore what it means to be a Jew in the diaspora right now.Join our mailing list at www.stateofanationpodcast.com FIND US ON:Our website: www.stateofanationpodcast.comX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556030695001LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/state-of-a-nationCheck out Rabbi Goldstein’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@chiefrabbigoldstein and his website: https://www.chiefrabbi.co.za/ Support the showStay up to date at:X: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod/

Feb 23, 2024 • 54min
How the UN Game Is Played, and Who Benefits | Hillel Neuer from Inside the Assembly Hall
Send us a textIn this episode of the State of a Nation Podcast, Eylon Levy is joined by one of his heroes, Hillel Neuer, international lawyer, diplomat, writer, activist and Executive Director of UN Watch, an independent watchdog dedicated to monitoring and combating bias in the UN and its affiliated organizations, and holding the organization accountable to its founding principles. Together, they examine the toxic alliances of international politics, the deeply embedded anti-Israel bias, and reveal just how far the UN has strayed from its lofty mission.Stay up to date on: Our website: www.stateofanationpodcast.comX: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556030695001 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/state-of-a-nationLearn more about UN Watch's groundbreaking work at: https://unwatch.org/ Support the showStay up to date at:X: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod/

Feb 20, 2024 • 46min
I am a Gay Lebanese Christian Zionist | Jonathan Elkhoury on Defying Stereotypes
Send us a textJonathan Elkhoury, Lebanese-Israeli Christian, LGBTQ+ activist, public diplomacy adviser and commentator on Middle East affairs. Today we discuss the history, motives and power of Hezbollah and its puppet-master, Iran. Jonathan shares his escape story from Lebanon, his experiences as a gay, Christian, Lebanese Israeli and his hopes for peace between Israel and Lebanon.Stay up to date:www.stateofanationpodcast.comX: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556030695001 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/state-of-a-nationFollow Jonathan at: https://twitter.com/Jonathan_ElkSupport the showStay up to date at:X: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod/

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Feb 16, 2024 • 36min
They Say Gas the Jews But What They ACTUALLY Mean… | Einat Wilf on Westsplaining
Einat Wilf, former Knesset member, discusses Westsplaining, Palestinian narratives, and the challenges of Western perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Topics include Hamas representation, understanding diverse viewpoints, infrastructure efforts in the Middle East, and narrative shifts in Palestinianism and Hamas perspectives.

Feb 14, 2024 • 38min
Hollywood to Holy Land | Nate Buzz on Media Hypocrisy
Send us a textWhen did terrorism become trendy? Australian actor and founder of Rova Media Nathaniel Buzolic sits down with Eylon Levy in the second episode of the State of a Nation Podcast to discuss global media hypocrisy, why Hamas has the PR upper hand, and what lies at the root of this conflict. Join our mailing list:www.stateofanationpodcast.comFind us on:X: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556030695001 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/state-of-a-nationCheck out Rova Media: https://www.rovamedia.tv https://www.instagram.com/rovamedia_/ Support the showStay up to date at:X: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod/

Feb 12, 2024 • 47min
Textbook Extremism | Marcus Sheff on UNRWA
Send us a textCalculus taught by counting martyrs and suicide bombers?In the first episode of the State of a Nation Podcast, Eylon Levy sits down with Marcus Sheff, CEO of IMPACT-se, and a leader in the field of monitoring peace and culture tolerance in school education. Together we discover how UNRWA has allowed the seeds of extremism and violence to be planted in children’s school classrooms.Join our mailing list:www.stateofanationpodcast.comFind us on:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556030695001LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/state-of-a-nationCheck out IMPACT-se: https://www.impact-se.org/Support the showStay up to date at:X: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod/

Feb 5, 2024 • 2min
Introducing: State of a Nation with Eylon Levy
Send us a textIsraeli spokesman Eylon Levy has been the global media’s #1 address for understanding Israel’s perspective in the October 7 War with Hamas. In the brand-new State of a Nation podcast, Eylon brings his idiosyncratic blend of “eloquence and ability to transmit outrage” (The Times) and “rhetorical tour de force” (The Guardian) to his exclusive channel, to explore the most pressing questions facing the Jewish state – and all with patience and panache. Israel: State of a Nation takes you into the spokesperson’s briefing notes, delving into the real stories and their surprising details. The series invites listeners into insider conversations with thinkers, policymakers, and media personalities — conversations that take you between the lines and beyond the headlines. Listen, watch and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.--FIND US ON:--YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stateofapod--X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/stateofapod--Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod--Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556030695001 Support the showStay up to date at:X: https://twitter.com/stateofapodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofapod/