

Ami's House
Ami's House
Official weekly podcast of Ami Kozak! Best shmooze in the game.
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Nov 12, 2025 • 54min
Eli Lake on the Current Political "Mood"
Eli Lake, a political journalist and host of the Breaking History podcast, dives deep into the shifting political atmosphere shaping 2025. He discusses the instability of contemporary populism and its roots in historical trends. Lake examines the dual pressures facing Jewish communities and the impact of rising anti-Semitism on identity. He critiques conspiracy-driven politics and emphasizes the need for practical policies to address economic grievances. The conversation also explores the moral implications of violence in political discourse and the challenges of uniting against extremism.

Nov 6, 2025 • 56min
What the Hell is Happening? Mamdani and a Fractured Right
New York just elected a democratic socialist mayor — and the Jewish world is feeling unmoored. In this episode, Ami and Mike unpack what Zohran Mamdani’s rise says about American politics, Jewish vulnerability, and the strange convergence of left-wing and right-wing populism.We explore:Why Mamdani’s charisma unsettles so many New York JewsHow Tucker Carlson, Nick Fuentes, and Dave Smith reflect a new “horseshoe” politicsThe loss of reassurance from both the right and the leftWhether Jewish political power in America is entering a post-AIPAC eraA conversation about fear, disillusionment, and what Jewish organizing might look like in this new political landscape.🎧 Follow, rate, and share Ami’s House to join a deeper, unfiltered conversation about Jewish life and power in a changing America.

Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 25min
Independent Media Is the New Propaganda Machine: Mamdani on Shulz, Nick Fuentes on Tucker, PLUS: Candace is LYING and we have PROOF
Prepare for a shockingly insightful discussion! The hosts delve into Zohran Mamdani's impactful appearance on Flagrant and unpack why standard critiques against him miss the mark. They explore socialist policies' potential pitfalls while critiquing Tucker Carlson's controversial interview with Nick Fuentes, questioning the normalization of extremist narratives. There's also a riveting revelation from a secret Hamptons meeting, shedding light on misleading narratives surrounding Charlie Kirk. The conclusion ties the evolving role of new media to traditional propaganda.

Oct 21, 2025 • 1h 24min
MAJOR Catchup! Hostages Home, Bari Sells The Free Press, Coleman Hughes vs. Dave Smith, & much more
After a short break, Ami and Michael return with a marathon conversation catching up on everything we missed—from the end of the war and the hostages’ return, to Trump’s visit to Israel, the Coleman Hughes vs. Dave Smith debate, the fractures inside the right, and the latest media shake-ups. Recorded fresh off Ami’s trip to Israel, this episode is a major breakdown of everything we missed!00:00–02:00 — We’re Back (Where the hell were we?_02:01–07:00 — Ami’s Israel Trip07:01–15:00 — Hostages Home: Why don't we feel okay?15:01–19:00 — Bibi & Trump: How History Will Remember This19:01–23:00 — What the Ceasfire-Now camp is saying post-peace plan23:01–29:00 — Coleman hughes vs. Dave Smith29:01–43:00 — Ezra Klein, Ta-Nehisi Coates... and Tim Dillon?43:01–56:00 — Unite The Right Groupchat + Daily Wire/Matt Walsh Schism 56:01–62:00 — Dave Smith + Nick Fuentes Interview62:01–73:00 — Barry Weiss Sells The Free Press to Paramount73:01–79:00 — Riyadh Comedy Festival79:01–82:00 — Austin Comedy Scene Infighting82:01–84:00 — Big ep coming soon for Ami's House

Sep 19, 2025 • 1h 9min
Demystifying the Mossad with Ex-Mossad Chief Yossi Cohen
Yossi Cohen, former director of Israel's Mossad and author of *The Sword of Freedom*, reveals the covert world of intelligence. He discusses Mossad's unique operations, emphasizing its role in Israeli national security. Cohen debunks conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination of Charlie Kirk, highlighting how such narratives thrive after tragedies. He addresses threats from Iran and regional proxies, and illustrates the crucial U.S.-Israel relationship. This dialogue unveils the complexities behind intelligence and the real dangers Israel faces today.

Sep 17, 2025 • 31min
Responding to Max Blumenthal’s Disturbing Charlie Kirk Conspiracies
In this important conversation in the week following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Ami and Mike sit down to discuss a disturbing episode of Tim Dillon, where Max Blumenthal laid out a half-baked theory on how Bibi Netanyahu was somehow related to Charlie Kirk. This is not about antisemitism. This is about the West, and the decline of our shared values. 🚨 Please watch and share with anybody who needs to see this.00:00 Max Blumenthal on Tim Dillon12:38 Podcasters gobbling up propoganda15:20 The new dividing line20:16 A new October 8th moment🙏🏼 Support on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/amishouse/posts

Sep 11, 2025 • 31min
SHAKEN: Charlie Kirk's Assassination– with Dinesh D'Souza
We sat with author and filmmaker @dineshdsouza to share thoughts and feelings after the tragic and disturbing assasination of Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025. We discuss his new movie about October 7th, American on the 24th anniversary of 9/11, and how we should think about free speech in the wake of Charlie's targeted attack.🙏🏼 Support on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/amishouse/postsCheck out Dinesh's new film: https://thedragonsprophecyfilm.com/#charliekirk

Sep 2, 2025 • 39min
Ritchie Torres vs Adam Friedland
In this emergency episode of Ami’s House, we break down the viral clip of Congressman Richie Torres on The Adam Friedland Show. Was Torres unfairly painted as cold and unfeeling, or was Adam manipulating the moment? We explore how comedy, editing, and dishonest framing may have shaped the reaction to this spectacle— and what it reveals about Jewish life in America today.This conversation is about more than a viral clip — it’s about how diaspora Jews are being forced to respond in a culture increasingly hostile to Israel and Jewish identity.If you care about right-wing media, the Israel–Gaza war, antisemitism in America, and the role of Jewish pride vs. Jewish shame, this discussion will keep you thinking from start to finish.Listen to the interview here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6q6s1FYvdvGHWuhDml03Jt?si=21c35b1e636d4f7700:00–03:47 Who's Adam Friedland?03:48 — 05:19 The viral clip05:20–07:20 Gut reactions + Was Adam Friedland trolling??08:38 - 10:49 Grading Ritchie Torres' performance10:50 - 19:55 Reactions to Adam Friedland19:56 –22:11 Does Friedland REALLY not get it?22:12- 21:26 Our REAL problem with Left/Anti-Israel attitude28:25 - 29:55 Why didn't Torres SHRED Adam Friedland here?29:56– 32:14 What does this say about the Dems + Mamdani?32:14–35:32 Groupthink and pro-Israel isolation36:46–38:32 Final take: who really came out looking bad?

Aug 28, 2025 • 1h 9min
Are We Pushing Our Last Friends Away? With Karys Rhea
In this episode of Ami’s House, we sit down with journalist Karys Rhea to ask a hard question: Are we alienating the last allies Israel has left on the American Right? From the rise of “woke right” factions, to the fallout of October 7, to the mainstreaming of antisemitism in conservative spaces — we explore how the pro-Israel camp risks losing support from its own friends. We get into Tucker, Candace, Megyn Kelly, Charlie Kirk, and the usefulness of the term "antisemitic."This is not just about politics — it’s about whether Israel’s defenders can hold their coalition together without pushing people away.Find Kara on X: https://x.com/rheakarys🙏🏼 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/amishouse/posts00:00–00:26 | The Fracturing of the Right00:26–05:52 | Jordan Peterson’s Warning Comes True05:53–09:18 | Israel, Antisemitism, and Pop Culture After Oct 709:19–13:28 | When Defending Israel Backfires13:29–20:36 | Loyalty vs. Sympathy: How Allies See Israel20:37–27:36 | Tucker, Candace & Friendship’s Blind Spots27:37–33:08 | Free Speech, Cancel Culture, and Antisemitism33:09–41:30 | Charlie Kirk, Pushback, and the Pro-Israel Right41:31–52:06 | Psychology, Demands vs. Requests, and Right-Wing Defenses52:07–01:01:34 | Reorienting Priorities: Iran, Islamism & The Real Threats01:01:35–01:08:46 | Are We Losing Our Last Friends? Closing Reflections#tuckercarlson #megynkelly #charliekirk #israel

Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 14min
Comedian Danny Lobell! (Summer Throwback Release)
As the Summer winds down we thought we'd release a more lighthearted conversation about comedy, Israel, and the creative process with one of our favorite comedians, Danny Lobell. If you've been a listener since the Buckle Up days, you'll appreciate this one.Check out Danny Lobell's new comedy special on Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DQ61Y9Z6


