Jew Oughta Know
Jason Harris
From ancient history to current events, take yourself on a journey through the story of the Jewish People, from someone who has led hundreds of Jewish young professionals on trips throughout Israel. From the beginning of creation to modern Israel, each short episode is geared to appeal both to someone looking for the Jewish 101, as well as to those looking to go a bit beyond the basic story they already know. Check out the website at https://jewoughtaknow.com/. Enjoy!
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Mar 3, 2024 • 27min
176. Israel at War, Explained: Eyes on Lebanon
Israel has fought two wars in Lebanon — is a third one coming? Today we’re taking a brief look at the history of Israel’s involvement in Lebanon.
Feb 18, 2024 • 26min
175. Israel at War, Explained: Reoccupy Gaza?
Should Israel reoccupy Gaza eighteen years after leaving it? And if not, does the government have a better vision?
Feb 11, 2024 • 26min
174. Israel at War Explained: What's the Deal?
There are hopes for a huge deal in one fell swoop: end the war, return the hostages, make peace with Saudi Arabia, and get a Palestinian state. But is this realistic? What are the dilemmas involved?
Feb 4, 2024 • 23min
173. Israel at War, Explained: The ICJ Ruling
The International Court of Justice issued a ruling in Israel’s trial on charges of genocide. Was it a defeat or victory for Israel — or a little bit of both? A sign of the sober application of international law, or the hypocrisy of politicized demonization of the Jewish State?
Jan 21, 2024 • 22min
172. Israel at War, Explained: Palestinian Perspectives
A survey of Palestinian attitudes from December makes for bleak reading: increased popularity for Hamas, more support for armed violence, widespread belief that Hamas will still be in charge in Gaza after the war, and more. Is there any way forward?
Jan 15, 2024 • 23min
171. Israel at War, Explained: Israel on Trial for Genocide
South Africa has brought charges of genocide against Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands. What is this case about, and what does it all mean?
Jan 7, 2024 • 26min
170. Israel at War, Explained: Where We Are, Entering 2024
Diving into the start of 2024: the ground war in Gaza, escalating conflict with Hezbollah, the Houthis attacking cargo ships in the Red Sea, and a return to Israeli domestic politics with a major ruling from the Supreme Court.
Dec 24, 2023 • 25min
169. Israel at War, Explained: the IDF and the Laws of War
The tragic killing of three Israeli hostages by the IDF raises questions about the military’s conduct during this war. Is Israel adhering to the laws of war?
Dec 17, 2023 • 23min
168. Israel at War, Explained: Conversations Not Worth Having
There are conversations no longer worth having because their answers have no meaningful impact. Is anti-Zionism antisemitism? Who actually hates Jews? Are Jews indigenous to Israel? Let’s stop debating these distractions.
Dec 11, 2023 • 26min
167. Israel at War, Explained: The United Nations
Why is the relationship between Israel and the United Nations so bad? Historical events, the makeup of the UN, and its relentless condemnations of Israel explain why Israel no longer considers the global body a neutral actor.
