Episodes

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Nov. 23, 2017

Ep. 54 - 242 and Sadat Too

How many anniversaries can 2017 have? Well, its 50 for UNSC Resolution 242 and 40 for Sadat's visit to Jerusalem. Alan, Mike and Matt discuss how these events are misunderstood, and also deeply related. Come for the banter, stay for the cogent analysis of why Israel holds the moral high ground in international law. Wikipedia on UN 242 When Sadat Visited Jerusalem Photo Essay Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page...
54
Nov. 23, 2017

Ep. 54 - 242 and Sadat Too

How many anniversaries can 2017 have? Well, its 50 for UNSC Resolution 242 and 40 for Sadat's visit to Jerusalem. Alan, Mike and Matt discuss how these events are misunderstood, and also deeply related. Come for the banter, stay for the cogent analysis of why Israel holds the moral high ground in international law. Wikipedia on UN 242 When Sadat Visited Jerusalem Photo Essay Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page...
53
Nov. 15, 2017

Ep. 53 - The State of the Region

The only constant in the Middle East is change. We turn to journalist David Harris for updates on Syria, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Iran and Kurdistan and what all this means for Israel. Its the safest way you can tour this tumultuous region, and David even gives us reasons for optimism! Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Cont...
53
Nov. 15, 2017

Ep. 53 - The State of the Region

The only constant in the Middle East is change. We turn to journalist David Harris for updates on Syria, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Iran and Kurdistan and what all this means for Israel. Its the safest way you can tour this tumultuous region, and David even gives us reasons for optimism! Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Cont...
52
Nov. 8, 2017

Ep. 52 - November 29th, 1947: The Gil Troy Perspective

Alan and Mike wanted a really special episode for the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations vote that recognised the Jewish state. So they turned to Professor Gil Troy for insight and perspective, and he really came through. You won't want to miss this special episode! Gil Troy's Page http://www.giltroy.com/ Gil Troy's Amazon Page http://amzn.to/2yG3uSt Toldot Yisrael mini-documentary http://bit.ly/2yGqG31 Spielberg Archive http://bit.ly/2At2qi7 Listen to more episodes, and let us know what y...
52
Nov. 8, 2017

Ep. 52 - November 29th, 1947: The Gil Troy Perspective

Alan and Mike wanted a really special episode for the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations vote that recognised the Jewish state. So they turned to Professor Gil Troy for insight and perspective, and he really came through. You won't want to miss this special episode! Gil Troy's Page http://www.giltroy.com/ Gil Troy's Amazon Page http://amzn.to/2yG3uSt Toldot Yisrael mini-documentary http://bit.ly/2yGqG31 Spielberg Archive http://bit.ly/2At2qi7 Listen to more episodes, and let us know what y...
51
Nov. 1, 2017

Ep. 51 - The Jewish Renaissance Continues

Want to know the state of arts and culture in Israel? Want to know why you should? Join Alan and Mike as they explore these questions with Jessica Steinberg, who covers the Sabra scene from south to north and back to the center for The Times of Israel. Follow Jessica's Writing https://www.timesofisrael.com/writers/jessica-steinberg/ Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page h...
51
Nov. 1, 2017

Ep. 51 - The Jewish Renaissance Continues

Want to know the state of arts and culture in Israel? Want to know why you should? Join Alan and Mike as they explore these questions with Jessica Steinberg, who covers the Sabra scene from south to north and back to the center for The Times of Israel. Follow Jessica's Writing https://www.timesofisrael.com/writers/jessica-steinberg/ Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page h...
50
Oct. 23, 2017

Ep. 50 - The Balfour Century

What was the context for the Balfour Declaration? What is its relevance today? Alan, Matt and Mike review a century of implications for our 50th episode. Very informative site http://www.balfour100.com/ Excellent article https://mosaicmagazine.com/essay/2017/06/the-forgotten-truth-about-the-balfour-declaration/ Cambon Letter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambon_letter Nahum Sokolow https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nahum_Sokolow British Current Events http://bit.ly/2xY1e3X Listen to more episo...
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Oct. 23, 2017

Ep. 50 - The Balfour Century

What was the context for the Balfour Declaration? What is its relevance today? Alan, Matt and Mike review a century of implications for our 50th episode. Very informative site http://www.balfour100.com/ Excellent article https://mosaicmagazine.com/essay/2017/06/the-forgotten-truth-about-the-balfour-declaration/ Cambon Letter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambon_letter Nahum Sokolow https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nahum_Sokolow British Current Events http://bit.ly/2xY1e3X Listen to more episo...
49
Oct. 20, 2017

Ep. 49 - Stop Pro-Israel Education!

How should we teach students in the diaspora about Israel? Alan and Mike think there is a pretty clear model to follow. It has implications beyond the world of education, and into the very identity of diaspora Jewry. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us
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Oct. 20, 2017

Ep. 49 - Stop Pro-Israel Education!

How should we teach students in the diaspora about Israel? Alan and Mike think there is a pretty clear model to follow. It has implications beyond the world of education, and into the very identity of diaspora Jewry. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us
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Oct. 4, 2017

Ep. 48 - Peel at 80

Welcome new team member, Matt Lipman! In 1937, the British recommended setting up two states in Palestine. That didn't go well. What are the lasting implications for today? And can you guess who gets into an argument about history? Mosaic Article http://bit.ly/2xYgKzY Map of Peel Proposal http://bit.ly/2ynSrwV Does this support Alan or Mike's argument? http://bit.ly/2yHZr3w Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisr...
48
Oct. 4, 2017

Ep. 48 - Peel at 80

Welcome new team member, Matt Lipman! In 1937, the British recommended setting up two states in Palestine. That didn't go well. What are the lasting implications for today? And can you guess who gets into an argument about history? Mosaic Article http://bit.ly/2xYgKzY Map of Peel Proposal http://bit.ly/2ynSrwV Does this support Alan or Mike's argument? http://bit.ly/2yHZr3w Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisr...
47
Sept. 28, 2017

Ep. 47 - National Repentance

After referring to current events and the Kurdish independence movement, Alan and Mike address the season's themes. How do members of a nation address wrongdoings in their nation past? Is there such a thing as national repentance? Elor Azaria's sentence was reduced after our recording: http://bit.ly/2fT6NKC Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/The...
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Sept. 28, 2017

Ep. 47 - National Repentance

After referring to current events and the Kurdish independence movement, Alan and Mike address the season's themes. How do members of a nation address wrongdoings in their nation past? Is there such a thing as national repentance? Elor Azaria's sentence was reduced after our recording: http://bit.ly/2fT6NKC Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/The...