Israel News Talk Radio

You can't make peace with fire. You need to put it out.

On the last show, we spoke about Israeli innovation that was burning up doggy poop. This week, we bag it and tag it. Will we ever move on from pooch poo? Find out!

Also this week - Who is going to walk this way in Tel Aviv? How to brush up on your inner foody. Why Ireland exported its Celtic Tiger and much more!

It’s too soon to say whether the U.N. is uncharacteristically cozying up to the State of Israel, but the Jewish State did earn two major acclaims from the U.N. this past week. David Olesker, founder and director of the Jerusalem Center for Communication and Advocacy Training (JCCAT) is in the studio with the good news:

First, the United Nation’s World Health Organization (WHO) recognized the Israeli army’s field hospital, which is regularly sent abroad to provide aid at natural disaster sites, as “the number one in the world” in a ceremony earlier this month. The IDF’s field hospital has the capabilities of an advanced, permanent hospital and can be set up almost anywhere in under 12 hours. Among its many services, it provides burn units, dialysis, reconstructive plastic surgery, and OB/GYN care.

Second, the United Nations approved an Israeli-sponsored resolution focusing on international innovation and development, entitled "Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development." This marks the first time that the U.N. has officially recognized that entrepreneurship might be a key mechanism in reducing poverty, creating sustainable development, and reinvigorating the environment. Olesker explains how the efforts of Israel's Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon, and Israel’s many broad diplomatic efforts, made such a resolution happen.

You may contact David Olesker via his website: jccat.org

Later in the show, musician/writer/fundraiser Noah Dinerstein shares with Heather his inspiring journey to becoming a Torah-observant Jew, and performs in-studio some of his terrific original music, which is featured throughout the segment.

To hear Noah Dinerstein’s songs for free, visit: https://soundcloud.com/livenoah

Noah invites Israel News Talk Radio listeners to check out (and “like”) his Facebook page, and receive updates about his upcoming performances and studio recordings.

How stable is Egypt, the largest populated Arab country today?

Plagued with assassination plots, ISIS, terror and poverty, will this country be able to keep the peace with Israel, and also maintain cordial relations with the West? Political analyst and Egyptian peace activist Ahmed Meligy gives us an inside look at Israel's biggest neighbor. Follow Ahmed on his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ahmed.meligy.73.

Plus: Should Israeli women be combatant soldiers? Tamar talks about this latest controversy.

Ira and Rod are joined once again by Jerry Gordon, former Intelligence Office and National Security expert. Jerry shares his perspective on the outcome of the election, and how some of the potential cabinet picks might affect Israel.

Howie and Sharon tackle the issue of Jews getting offended by everything. It's all great until a Jewish girl attacks Ashton Kutcher and someone suggests expelling Jews from their homes.

It's another don't miss episode. Listen to it now!

Teeth chattering!

Tamar says: "I'm going on LIVE - solo. Did you all know that I am still stage fright after all these years on the radio? I much prefer conversation with a guest. Doing monologues have always been a challenge for me, being stage-frightened. Well, I am coming on alone tonight, and so get ready for an 'only me' show with your calls."

Also, Tamar reads an email she received from a cherished listener.

The Bible is not silly-putty to be twisted and perverted. No wonder the anti-observant are dying off.

In case you haven't noticed, now that Donald Trump has won the election and will be the next president of the U.S., the media is blaming everything on him. Every person he chooses for any position is either an anti-Semite or a racist and anything bad that occurs, it's his fault, too.

We are going to look at and unpack three things today: the New Muslim-Jewish Advisory Council, Steve Bannon and what is going on in the American universities.

Some people think that Israel is all about dodging bombs and bullets. They couldn't be further from the truth. Find out what the English speaking community in Israel does for FUN, while knowing that their money goes to charity and good causes.

Tamar first speaks with Shifra Hoffman of VictimsOfArabTerror.org and Shuva.net and talks about some of the political news happening.

Afterwards, it's time to laugh, laugh, laugh ...and help new immigrants to Israel while doing so. Check out the 'KeepOlim Comedy Night' with Jewish stand-up comedians talking about their aliyah to Israel, and how funny it can be. Hurry and order your tickets now at: www.KeepOlim.org/radio - proceeds go to charity.

Also, a new play (only for women) that will touch your soul, and make you laugh, and cry is coming to Jerusalem! The Women's Performance Community of Jerusalem presents: 'Count the Stars: The Journey of Avraham and Sara' - the epic story of our matriarch and patriarch who changed humanity with their faith and loving kindness.

It's one of the most exciting projects in Jerusalem today!!! Get your tickets here: https://www.tixwise.co.il/he/countthestars

Proceeds go to charity.

Lastly, Tamar talks about what they are saying in Jewish circles about the new U.S. president. Is he a re-incarnation of King Cyrus of old? Is he a 'redeemer/messiah' for Western civilization? Tamar tells you what's circulating around.