Episodes
66
Feb. 15, 2018
Ep. 66 - Behind Enemy (and Head) Lines
Want to understand the latest in the Bibi scandal? Want to understand what is happening with Iran on the northern border? Want to understand why these are really the same story? Alan and Mike are here to unpack these timely issues, and even make some predictions. Raoul Wootliff explains the Netanyahu cases in depth. (begins at minute 24) Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
66
Feb. 15, 2018
Ep. 66 - Behind Enemy (and Head) Lines
Want to understand the latest in the Bibi scandal? Want to understand what is happening with Iran on the northern border? Want to understand why these are really the same story? Alan and Mike are here to unpack these timely issues, and even make some predictions. Raoul Wootliff explains the Netanyahu cases in depth. (begins at minute 24) Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
65
Feb. 7, 2018
Ep. 65 - The Poland/Israel Death Camp Controversy
Alan plays two roles (cohost and expert on Polish Jewish history) as Mike interviews him about the odd new Polish law limiting educator's speech. And of course, the controversy that it has stirred up in Israel. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
65
Feb. 7, 2018
Ep. 65 - The Poland/Israel Death Camp Controversy
Alan plays two roles (cohost and expert on Polish Jewish history) as Mike interviews him about the odd new Polish law limiting educator's speech. And of course, the controversy that it has stirred up in Israel. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
64
Jan. 31, 2018
Ep. 64 - When a Stranger Resides With You...
The Torah says, in Leviticus 19, "When a stranger resides with you in your land, you shall not do him wrong. The stranger who resides with you shall be to you as the native among you, and you shall love him as yourself, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt; I am the LORD your God." How does that apply to the current refugee crisis in Israel? Alan and Mike invite their colleague, Rabbi Tamara Schagas to discuss the issue, and her ongoing work for the refugees. The Refugee Problem Leviticus ...
64
Jan. 31, 2018
Ep. 64 - When a Stranger Resides With You...
The Torah says, in Leviticus 19, "When a stranger resides with you in your land, you shall not do him wrong. The stranger who resides with you shall be to you as the native among you, and you shall love him as yourself, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt; I am the LORD your God." How does that apply to the current refugee crisis in Israel? Alan and Mike invite their colleague, Rabbi Tamara Schagas to discuss the issue, and her ongoing work for the refugees. The Refugee Problem Leviticus ...
63
Jan. 25, 2018
Ep. 63 - Why We Need Journalism
Raoul Wootliff, journalist at the Times of Israel, chats with Alan and Mike about journalism and the role it plays in a healthy democracy. He also masterfully explains the Netanyahu corruption investigations. When we promise to give you a deeper understanding than the headlines, we don't mess around. Raoul in the Times of Israel Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
63
Jan. 25, 2018
Ep. 63 - Why We Need Journalism
Raoul Wootliff, journalist at the Times of Israel, chats with Alan and Mike about journalism and the role it plays in a healthy democracy. He also masterfully explains the Netanyahu corruption investigations. When we promise to give you a deeper understanding than the headlines, we don't mess around. Raoul in the Times of Israel Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
62
Jan. 17, 2018
Ep. 62 - What They Don't Know About Israel
JerusalemU's President, Dina Rabhan, joins Alan & Mike to discuss the challenges of Israel Education for Millennials. Hearts and Minds: Israel in North American Jewish Day Schools - The Avi Chai Study Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
62
Jan. 17, 2018
Ep. 62 - What They Don't Know About Israel
JerusalemU's President, Dina Rabhan, joins Alan & Mike to discuss the challenges of Israel Education for Millennials. Hearts and Minds: Israel in North American Jewish Day Schools - The Avi Chai Study Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
61
Jan. 10, 2018
Ep. 61 - TVA Recharge is Back!
Alan & Mike meet with alumni from TVA, who explain what's really going on at today's college campuses. (Its probably better and worse than you're guessing) TVA Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
61
Jan. 10, 2018
Ep. 61 - TVA Recharge is Back!
Alan & Mike meet with alumni from TVA, who explain what's really going on at today's college campuses. (Its probably better and worse than you're guessing) TVA Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
60
Jan. 3, 2018
Ep 60 - How to Pronounce "Goethe" (and being a Jewish History teacher)
Alan & Mike sit down with Reuven Spero from the Alexander Muss High School in Israel. After learning a bit about their program, these three seasoned professionals (read: old fogies) get into a deep discussion about the challenges of teaching Jewish history. How do you connect young Jews from the Diaspora to their homeland? Alexander Muss High School in Israel Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
60
Jan. 3, 2018
Ep 60 - How to Pronounce "Goethe" (and being a Jewish History teacher)
Alan & Mike sit down with Reuven Spero from the Alexander Muss High School in Israel. After learning a bit about their program, these three seasoned professionals (read: old fogies) get into a deep discussion about the challenges of teaching Jewish history. How do you connect young Jews from the Diaspora to their homeland? Alexander Muss High School in Israel Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
59
Dec. 27, 2017
Ep. 59 - Conflict and Mediation
This week, Alan and Mike turn to Dr. Steve Klein to make some sense of the enduring Israeli Palestinian conflict. He has a PHD in in conflict management and negotiation from Bar-Ilan University, teaches at Tel-Aviv and Ben-Gurion Universities and is an editor at Haaretz. We think you'll agree that he observations are particularly insightful. Steven Klein Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
59
Dec. 27, 2017
Ep. 59 - Conflict and Mediation
This week, Alan and Mike turn to Dr. Steve Klein to make some sense of the enduring Israeli Palestinian conflict. He has a PHD in in conflict management and negotiation from Bar-Ilan University, teaches at Tel-Aviv and Ben-Gurion Universities and is an editor at Haaretz. We think you'll agree that he observations are particularly insightful. Steven Klein Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
58
Dec. 20, 2017
Ep. 58 - A View from Academia
How do you teach the Israeli/Palestinian conflict in university? And what if that university is in Jerusalem, and your students are Jews and Arabs? Dr. Toby Greene of Hebrew University shares his experience and perspective. He gives us a lot to think about how we think about Israel. Toby Greene Website Book - Blair, Labour and Palestine Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
58
Dec. 20, 2017
Ep. 58 - A View from Academia
How do you teach the Israeli/Palestinian conflict in university? And what if that university is in Jerusalem, and your students are Jews and Arabs? Dr. Toby Greene of Hebrew University shares his experience and perspective. He gives us a lot to think about how we think about Israel. Toby Greene Website Book - Blair, Labour and Palestine Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
57
Dec. 14, 2017
Ep. 57 - One Week in Jerusalem
Alan, Mike and Lior reflect on what has changed, and what hasn't, since the Trump Jerusalem declaration. Also, Mike sort of has a panic attack, and Lior and Alan try to talk him down. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
57
Dec. 14, 2017
Ep. 57 - One Week in Jerusalem
Alan, Mike and Lior reflect on what has changed, and what hasn't, since the Trump Jerusalem declaration. Also, Mike sort of has a panic attack, and Lior and Alan try to talk him down. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
56
Dec. 6, 2017
Ep. 56 - The Jerusalem Declaration
We know that Israel's capital city is Jerusalem. Why hasn't it been recognised before? Why is that changing now? What will that mean going forward? Alan and Mike sit down with Middle East journalist David Harris to discuss what it all means. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
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Dec. 6, 2017
Ep. 56 - The Jerusalem Declaration
We know that Israel's capital city is Jerusalem. Why hasn't it been recognised before? Why is that changing now? What will that mean going forward? Alan and Mike sit down with Middle East journalist David Harris to discuss what it all means. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
55
Nov. 29, 2017
Ep. 55 - Peace or Pessimism?
Benji's back! Is the US administration's new peace push anything new or the same old story? Alan, Mike and Benji look at the story and put it into context. Join us, and let us know what you think! On the American Team The 5 Stages of Middle East Grief Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us
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Nov. 29, 2017
Ep. 55 - Peace or Pessimism?
Benji's back! Is the US administration's new peace push anything new or the same old story? Alan, Mike and Benji look at the story and put it into context. Join us, and let us know what you think! On the American Team The 5 Stages of Middle East Grief Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us