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Apr 17, 2024 • 1h 29min
How Israel Lost The Story - with Scott Galloway
Scott Galloway, Professor of Marketing at NYU Stern School of Business, discusses Israel's storytelling failure, future of higher education, and comparisons between young Israelis and Americans. He reflects on his recent visit to Israel, challenges anti-Semitism, analyzes US vs. China economic power, advocates for prioritizing economic adversity in affirmative action, and advises on financial discipline and career paths.

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Apr 14, 2024 • 59min
Special Episode: Did Iran Miscalculate? - with Nadav Eyal
Nadav Eyal discusses Iran's recent assault on Israel, analyzing military objectives and failures, tensions between Jordan and Israel, pursuing high-profile terrorist targets, navigating complex dynamics in the Middle East, global implications of Iran's actions, regional impact, Israel's response to rocket attacks, and the need for a clear strategy to address Iran's behavior.

Apr 12, 2024 • 1h 10min
What it’s like to fight for your (captive) family - with Maya Roman
Maya Roman, an Israeli journalist, shares the harrowing experience of her cousins being taken hostage and her advocacy efforts. The podcast discusses the societal tensions, negotiation strategies, and challenges faced by hostage families. It also explores the ethical implications of past deals and the importance of unity in crisis.

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Apr 10, 2024 • 38min
Data Science Vs Hamas Math - with Abraham Wyner
Data science expert Abraham Wyner discusses the challenges of analyzing casualty numbers in the Gaza conflict, highlighting discrepancies in reported figures between Hamas and Israel. He explores the complexities of data collection in conflict zones and the manipulation of casualty data for propaganda purposes. The podcast delves into the ethical dilemmas of categorizing casualties and the impact of public perception on casualty statistics.

Apr 8, 2024 • 47min
Is the war in Gaza over? With Nadav Eyal
Nadav Eyal, an expert in Middle Eastern conflicts, discusses the evolving landscape of the Gaza conflict, IDF's strategic movements, tensions with Iran, humanitarian conditions in Gaza, and the Biden administration's stance. Topics include IDF withdrawal, potential for a full-scale war, Israel's responsibilities, and diplomatic strategies for lasting peace.

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Apr 5, 2024 • 1h 17min
Is Israel Losing America's Jews? With Yossi Klein Halevi and Rabbi David Ingber
Israeli-American author Yossi Klein Halevi and Rabbi David Ingber discuss criticisms within the American Jewish community towards Israel's actions. They explore trends in American Jewish life, impact on Israel, and the complexities of engaging with differing perspectives. Topics include navigating support for Israel, criticism within the Jewish community, implications of inaction against Hamas, liberalism and Judaism in Israel's identity, and international relations in the Jewish context.

Apr 4, 2024 • 36min
Is Gantz headed for the exit? with Anshel Pfeffer
Anshel Pfeffer, a veteran Israeli journalist, discusses the implications of Benny Gantz calling for new elections in Israel. They analyze the political turmoil between Gantz and Netanyahu, potential military operations, and the impact of the protest movements on the government.

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Apr 1, 2024 • 44min
Lessons from Gaza for war against Hezbollah? - with Haviv Rettig Gur
Haviv Rettig Gur, a commentator on Middle Eastern affairs, discusses the intricate ties between Hezbollah and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps. Topics explored include the Biden administration's strategy on Israel, Israeli military strategy against Hezbollah, and the geopolitical implications of Hezbollah's location for Israeli communities. The conversation also touches on Iran's nuclear ambitions and regional tensions.

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Mar 29, 2024 • 44min
Biden’s two-pronged Israel strategy — with Bret Stephens
Foreign policy expert and columnist, Bret Stephens, discusses Biden's shift in strategy towards Israel at the UN Security Council, analyzing the impact and implications of the US abstaining from a ceasefire resolution. The podcast explores the evolving stance of the Biden administration on Israel, critiques the reported casualty numbers in the Israel-Hamas conflict, and reflects on the bipartisan legacy of Senator Joseph Lieberman.

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Mar 25, 2024 • 1h 14min
Is Israel Alone? With Haviv Rettig Gur
Exploring Israel's perceived isolation in the international community, the current conflict dynamics, military tactics at Shifa hospital, political landscape post-Gaza withdrawal, and economic integration benefits. Analyzing performative criticism of Israel, trade data impact, and geopolitical implications with Canada.