Diplomatically Incorrect

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss the unsung heroes who supported Israel during its War of Independence, Prime Minister Netanyahu promoting the importance of a strong U.S.-Saudi relationship, the path to Israeli judicial reform, and growing antisemitism in the U.S.

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss the significance of ongoing protests in Iran and the potential for regime collapse, the path to an Israeli-Saudi peace, JINSA’s recent trip to Saudi Arabia, and Trump's dinner controversy.

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss Prime Minister Netanyahu's historic election victory and its policy implications.

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss the latest on the protests in Iran, the OPEC+ decision to cut oil production, the Lebanon-Israel maritime gas agreement, and the Israeli elections which are now in the home stretch.

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss ongoing demonstrations in Iran, a potential maritime gas deal between Israel and Lebanon, and Albert Pujols and Aaron Judge.

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss Turkish President Erdogan meeting with American Jewish leaders, UN Week 2022, and Netanyahu bolstering his coalition.

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss Israel's misguided approach to opposing a nuclear deal with Iran, German-Israeli relations since the terror attack on the Israeli team at the 1972 Munich Olympics, and the 125th anniversary of the First Zionist Congress.

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss the dangers of a nuclear deal with Iran, Likud Party primaries and ongoing Israeli elections, and the South American Jewish community.

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss Israel’s latest operation in Gaza, including its political implications, address claims made in Jared Kushner’s new book about Jerusalem and Netanyahu’s push for Israeli sovereignty over parts of Judea and Samaria, and reminisce about two sports legends: Bill Russel and Vin Scully.

Ambassador Ron Dermer and Dr. Michael Makovsky discuss the invisible Saudi hand behind the Abraham Accords, President Biden's upcoming trip to the Middle East, and Israel's political chaos