
Episode 418·Jul 18, 2025
J.J. Schacter on the Jewish Meaning of Memory
Explore how the Jewish people commemorate past tragedies during the Three Weeks, featuring insights from Rabbi Jacob J. Schacter and music by Paul Ben-Haim.
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Episode 418·Jul 18, 2025
Explore how the Jewish people commemorate past tragedies during the Three Weeks, featuring insights from Rabbi Jacob J. Schacter and music by Paul Ben-Haim.
Episode 417·Jul 11, 2025
Universities fail to teach Middle East complexities, fueling activism. Satloff's new program aims for unbiased education on Israel's history.
Episode 416·Jul 4, 2025
Yuval Levin explores Nehemiah's wisdom, urging us to rebuild and defend American culture, blending ancient insights with modern civic challenges.
Episode 415·Jun 27, 2025
Explore the Twelve-Day War's impact on global relations, revealing insights into U.S.-Israel ties, cultural clashes, and historical perspectives.
Episode 414·Jun 20, 2025
NYC's mayoral primary impacts Jewish voters, addressing anti-Israel violence, domestic terror, and education, with insights from Jay Lefkowitz.
Episode 413·Jun 13, 2025
Explore the strategic shift in India-Israel relations amid the 88-Hour War, revealing new alliances and geopolitical dynamics in South Asia.
Episode 412·Jun 6, 2025
A surge in anti-Semitic violence in America echoes 1960s radicalism, warns historian Jeffrey Herf, highlighting rising domestic terrorism threats.
Episode 411·May 30, 2025
Judge Solomson's journey shows how deep Orthodox commitment and public service can coexist, enriching American democracy in a secular age.
Episode 410·May 23, 2025
Explore Eli Cohen's legacy as Israel's master spy and the recent revelations from Syria's secret files, reshaping history decades later.
Episode 409·May 16, 2025
Explore Paul Johnson's fascination with Jewish history and its impact, as J.J. Kimche and Jonathan Silver delve into his unique perspective.
Episode 408·May 9, 2025
Explore the Houthi threat to Israel and global shipping, their ties to Iran, and recent military responses with expert insights from Ari Heistein.
Episode 407·May 2, 2025
Michael Doran analyzes Trump's Middle East policy shifts, highlighting strategic moves and challenges in his second term's first 100 days.
Episode 406·Apr 25, 2025
Explore Pope Francis's legacy, his engagement with Jews and the Middle East, and the Catholic Church's evolving stance on Israel and Zionism.
Episode 405·Apr 18, 2025
Explore Exodus's national narrative, Moses's character, and Egyptian society, with insights from Leon Kass's commentary, set to Paul Ben-Haim's music.
Episode 404·Apr 10, 2025
Dara Horn explores the Haggadah's theme of memory and its impact on identity, weaving it into her works, including her new graphic novel, One Little Goat.
Episode 403·Apr 4, 2025
Explore the Trump administration's complex stance on U.S.-Israel relations, balancing pro-Israel actions with isolationist tendencies.
Episode 402·Mar 28, 2025
Micah Goodman explores Israel's societal shifts post-October 7, examining unity, division, and resilience amid ongoing conflict.
Episode 401·Mar 21, 2025
Explore forgiveness in faith, its societal role, and limits amid moral challenges, with insights from theologians and recent global events.
Episode 400·Mar 17, 2025
Explore Esther's tale of survival, luck, and strategy with Ronna Burger, revealing insights on human success and Jewish resilience in the Diaspora.
Episode 399·Mar 7, 2025
Explore NYC's civic health, urban conservatism, and the Manhattan Institute's role in revitalizing the city with Reihan Salam and Jonathan Silver.
Episode 398·Feb 28, 2025
Hussein Aboubakr Mansour explores the potential for a new Palestinian nationalism amid Hamas's actions and shifting regional dynamics.
Episode 397·Feb 21, 2025
Explore how American Orthodox Judaism navigates modern spiritual dynamics and cultural shifts, with insights from Rabbi David Bashevkin.
Episode 396·Feb 14, 2025
Explore André Scheinmann's daring WWII resistance, his legacy, and the impact on his grandson, with insights from author Diana Mara Henry.
Episode 395·Feb 7, 2025
Explore the historical debate on Jesus as the messiah and the intriguing journey of a Jewish convert in Cynthia Ozick's story with Jonathan Silver.
Episode 394·Jan 31, 2025
Explore Israel's complex history of negotiating with terrorists, balancing citizen safety with the risks of incentivizing future hostage-taking.
Episode 393·Jan 24, 2025
Ross Douthat and Rabbi Soloveichik explore faith's role in modern life, bridging traditional beliefs with contemporary spiritual quests.
Episode 392·Jan 17, 2025
Explore Jimmy Carter's complex legacy on U.S.-Israel relations, with insights from historian Michael Doran on theological influences.
Episode 391·Jan 10, 2025
Explore the rise of kinless adults in America and its societal impact, as family dynamics shift and cultural divides widen.
Episode 390·Dec 27, 2024
Explore modern Jewish life, Israel's security, and Jewish survival through deep conversations with experts, military officials, and grieving families.
Episode 389·Dec 20, 2024
Explore how Canada's liberal values and policies have led to a surge in anti-Semitic incidents, challenging its Jewish community's safety and identity.
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