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How does Israel manage its global communications during times of war? In this episode, Eylon Levy sits down with Tal Heinrich, former spokeswoman for the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office, for an unfiltered conversation about the challenges, successes, and failures of Israel’s media strategy in the wake of October 7th.

 🔹 The urgent call that put Tal Heinrich in front of the world’s cameras
 🔹 The chaos inside Israel’s media war room after October 7
 🔹 How the international narrative turned against Israel—and why it happened so fast
 🔹 The media’s double standards: Why Hamas isn’t held accountable
 🔹 What Israel must do to win the information war

Don’t miss this insider perspective on the battle for global opinion. Subscribe for more hard-hitting conversations on Israel, diplomacy, and the war beyond Gaza.

00:00 - Coming Up

00:20 - Monologue

01:51 - Intro

02:28 - Becoming a Spokesperson on October 7th

13:40 - The Media Strategy

19:00 - Our Most Memorable Interviews

23:08 - The Woke Right 

27:18 - How Money Got to Hamas

30:37 - The Case for Total Victory

35:50 - US Presidential Influence

38:08 - Why Tal Left the Prime Minister’s Office

41:40 - Improving the Fight - The Importance of Storytelling

55:27 - Reflecting on Our Work

1:05:03 - Wrap Up

Co-Creator and Host - Eylon Levy

Co-Creator - Guy Ross

Executive Producer - Asher Westropp-Evans

Director/Editor - Benny Goldman

Studio Manager - Lotem Segev

Graphics - Thomas Girsch

Line Producer - Tal Segal

Intern - Jesse Sklar

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In this hard-hitting episode of State of the Nation, Eylon Levy sits down with Ilay David—the brother of Evyatar David, who has been held hostage by Hamas in Gaza for over 500 days. This exclusive interview delivers raw, firsthand insights into the brutal tactics of the Hamas terror regime and the inhumane conditions inside Gaza’s underground dungeons.

As pressure mounts for the release of the remaining hostages, President Trump has issued his strongest warning yet, vowing that Hamas will face catastrophic consequences if they do not immediately release the hostages. 

Join us as Ilay David reveals the devastating impact of hostage propaganda, the relentless struggle for freedom, and the urgent call for international political pressure. Learn about the dynamics of the Israel-Gaza conflict, the psychological warfare used against innocent hostages, and the deep-rooted commitment of Israeli society to “leave no man behind.”

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Israel’s regional threats are shifting fast—and the stakes have never been higher. Former Israeli diplomat and Knesset member Ruth Wasserman Lande joins Eylon Levy to analyze the instability on Israel’s borders and the global forces reshaping the Middle East after October 7.

With decades of experience in Arab affairs, diplomacy, and security, Wasserman Lande offers unique insights into:
🔹 The shifting Middle East – Why October 7 wasn’t just an attack on Israel, but a turning point for the region.
🔹 Egypt’s military buildup – Why is Cairo violating its peace treaty with Israel?
🔹 The rise of radical Islam – How both Sunni and Shia extremists are competing for dominance.
🔹 Lebanon & Hezbollah – Can Lebanon reclaim its sovereignty, or is Iran too deeply entrenched?
🔹 Jordan’s fragile future – Is Israel’s longest, quietest border now its most unpredictable?
🔹 The myth of peace with Palestinians – Why a two-state solution could further destabilize the region.

This is a must-watch deep dive into the geopolitical challenges that will shape Israel’s security for decades to come.


Co-Creator and Host - Eylon Levy
Co-Creator - Guy Ross
Executive Producer - Asher Westropp-Evans
Director/Editor - Benny Goldman
Studio Manager - Lotem Segev
Graphics - Thomas Girsch
Line Producer - Tal Segal
Intern - Jesse Sklar

Chapters
00:00 - Coming Up 
00:59 - Welcome
2:33 - Where are we 500+ days into the war?
04:22 - How to frame Middle East conflict
06:45 - The Sunni/Shi’a Divide
11:14 - A worldwide Islamist caliphate
15:50 - Egypt’s Military Buildup
27:50 - Foreign Policy Recommendations
35:32 - What is going on in Jordan?
41:03 - Is a two-state solution still possible?
49:40 - Post-Assad Syria
55:47 - What’s Next in Lebanon?
1:02:05 - The Future of Israel’s Borders
1:05:12 - Wrap Up
1:06:47 - Outro

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Everyone wants to know: What will it take to defeat Hamas once and for all?

In this episode of Israel: State of a Nation, Eylon Levy sits down with Michael Doran, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and former U.S. National Security Council official, to break down the bigger war beyond Gaza—and what it will take to end Hamas for good.

Doran argues that Hamas is just a pawn in Iran’s larger war against Israel, and that Tehran is the true mastermind keeping the terror group alive. But is Iran really the key to victory, or do Hamas’s other patrons—Qatar, Turkey, and Egypt—also bear responsibility?

Key topics covered:
🔹 How to take down Hamas—what’s the real strategy for ending this war?
🔹 Iran’s role in the war—does cutting off Tehran mean the collapse of Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis?
🔹 Qatar, Turkey, and Egypt—How much power do they really have over Hamas?
🔹 The seven-front war—can Israel afford to focus on one enemy, or is every front a potential disaster?
🔹 What happens if Hamas survives?—the stakes of failing to finish the job.

See more of Michael's work with The Hudson Institute here: www.hudson.org

00:00 - Coming up
00:15 - Monologue
02:31 - Welcome
03:45 - Understanding Iran
06:47 - Defining state sponsors
11:10 - US role in framing Hamas
15:12 - Iran's support of Hamas
23:34 - Hezbollah's role 
31:02 - Let's talk about Qatar
46:20 - US role in Qatar
48:53 - Let's talk about the Egyptians
53:35 - Who to focus on
59:48 - Where does Turkey fit into this?
1:07:00 - The Future of the Middle East
1:12:48 - Wrap Up
1:13:44 - Outro

Co-Creator and Host - Eylon Levy
Co-Creator - Guy Ross
Executive Producer - Asher Westropp-Evans
Director/Editor - Benny Goldman
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In this fast talking episode of Israel State of the Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy sits down with fearless student activist Shabbos Kestenbaum to expose the deep-rooted campus antisemitism and systemic discrimination undermining elite institutions like Harvard. Through hard-hitting insights and firsthand accounts, they dissect a controversial lawsuit alleging violations of the Civil Rights Act and challenge the narrative that has allowed hate to flourish on college campuses.

In This Episode: 

🔹 Campus Antisemitism Exposed: Uncover shocking incidents of discrimination and bias faced by Jewish students. 

🔹 Harvard Under Scrutiny: Dive into the details of a landmark lawsuit and explore systemic issues at one of the world’s most prestigious universities. 

🔹 Bold Activism in Action: Learn how Levy and Kestenbaum are demanding accountability from academic elites and political leaders to safeguard Jewish civil rights.

00:00 - Coming Up

00:15 - Opening Monologue

03:00 - Welcome

04:10 - The Lawsuit Against Harvard

14:50 - Campaigning for Donald Trump

19:15 - Pervasive Radicalization

26:17 - Israel as a Bipartisan Issue

30:52 - Shabbos’s Approach to Fighting Antisemitism 

41:00 - The Failure of the Democratic Party

50:18 - Outro

Click here to read the full lawsuit: https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68152041/kestenbaum-v-president-and-fellows-of-harvard-college/

The latest article from Harvard post settlement: https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2025/1/21/harvard-settles-antisemitism-lawsuits/ 

Join us for this must-watch conversation that bridges grassroots activism with high-stakes political debate. Subscribe now for more exclusive insights on Israeli politics, Jewish rights, and the global fight against antisemitism, and hit the notification bell 🔔 to stay updated!

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In this episode of Israel: State of a Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy speaks with Lishay Lavi, whose husband, Omri Miran, remains a hostage in Gaza. While Phase 1 of the hostage deal has brought some captives home, Phase 2 remains uncertain—leaving families like Lishay’s in limbo. As international pressure mounts, former US President Donald Trump has weighed in on the situation, calling for stronger action to bring the remaining hostages home.

This conversation examines:
🔹 The status of Phase 2 and what’s holding up negotiations
🔹 Why international pressure remains critical at this stage
🔹 How hostage families are advocating for continued action
🔹 The long-term implications of the ongoing crisis

As negotiations hang in the balance, this episode provides key insights into the complexities of the hostage situation and what must happen next.

0:00 - Coming Up

0:21 - Monologue

4:44 - Welcome

10:25 - Life Since October 7th

17:50 - Phase 2 Negotiations 

21:30 - The Fight for Omri’s Life

30:55 - The Day After

46:00 - Outro

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In this episode Eylon Levy sits down with former advisor to Israeli Prime Ministers, IDF Spokesperson’s Unit reservist, and Israeli tour guide Daniel Rubenstein to dissect U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal to relocate Gazans out of the territory.

In this episode, we break down:
🔹 Trump’s Plan: A deep dive into the implications of Trump’s call for relocating Gazans and what it means for Israeli security.
🔹 Shifting Political Narratives: Exploring how Trump’s remarks are drastically altering the narrative and changing the political discourse in Israel and the Middle East.
🔹 A viable Gazan Future: How state sponsors of terror Qatar, Turkey and Iran are preventing a peaceful and sustainable future for the civilians of Gaza

Join us for a compelling discussion that connects the dots between Trump’s comments and the future of Gaza in a post-October 7 reality.

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00:00 - Coming Up

00:44 - Intro

04:45 - Inside the IDF Spokespersons’ Unit

06:20 - Trump’s Plan for Gaza

23:24 - The Palestinian Territories

32:30 - The Overton Window Has Shifted

41:38 - Hamas’s State Sponsors

55:04 - Outro

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On this episode of State of a Nation, we uncover the shocking truth about UNRWA and its deep connections to Hamas. With Israel officially banning the agency, we take a hard look at how UNRWA has been used as a tool to enable terrorism—while Western democracies continue to support it.

Join host Eylon Levy as he revisits eye-opening conversations with:
🔹 Hillel Neuer (Executive Director, UN Watch)
🔹 Melanie Phillips (Journalist & Commentator)
🔹 Jonathan Conricus (Former IDF International Spokesman)

In this must-watch episode, we break down:
✅ How UNRWA became a Hamas front organization
✅ Why the UN’s moral authority is a dangerous illusion
✅ Whether the UN is beyond reform—and what Israel must do next

If you want to understand how Israel isn’t just at war with Hamas, but with an entire international system running interference, this is the episode for you.

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0:00 - Coming up
0:09 - Monologue
3:30 - Hillel Neuer pt.1
23:55 - Melanie Phillips
29:36 - Jonathan Conricus
37:02 - Hillel Neuer pt.2
44:51 - Outro

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In this gripping episode of State of a Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy sits down with English pundit, author, and journalist Brendan O'Neill to unpack the moral and cultural crisis that followed the October 7th massacre in Israel. Together, they explore why the West failed what O'Neill calls a “moral test” in his thought-provoking book, After the Pogrom: October 7th, Israel, and the Crisis of Civilization.

This deep-dive conversation addresses:

• The intellectual climate in the West and its response to the horrific events of October 7th.
• Why O'Neill sees this as a moment of reckoning for Western values and moral confidence.
• The troubling rise of anti-Semitism and the normalization of glorifying violence.
• How radical ideologies from the far left to political Islam threaten Western civilization.
• Solutions for combating cultural decay and supporting Israel’s fight for its future.
• Whether you're interested in geopolitics, cultural critique, or the future of Western civilization, this episode is a must-watch. Subscribe now for more hard-hitting discussions with global thought leaders.

Buy Brendan's book: https://www.amazon.com/After-Pogrom-October-Israel-Civilisation/dp/1068719303 

0:00 - Coming up
0:18 - Monologue
2:54 - Welcome
6:13 - Western moral compass
9:32 - Israel in the culture wars
14:39 - Anti-Western Left
18:55 - Oppressor Vs. Oppressed mentality
29:43 - After the Pogrom
36:42 - Political Islam in The West
42:35 - Brendan's turn from The Left
46:46 - How to never fail again
51:52 - Institutions targeting Israel
54:19 - Goodbye

Co-Creator and Host - Eylon Levy
Co-Creator - Guy Ross
Executive Producer - Asher Westropp-Evans
Director/Editor - Benny Goldman
Studio Manager - Lotem Segev
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Researcher - Dan Dimendberg

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In this compelling episode, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, former Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem and Israel's Special Envoy for Trade and Innovation. They delve into the future of Jerusalem under evolving geopolitical dynamics, including the implications of Donald Trump’s return to the presidency and how it might impact Israel's diplomatic standing and international strategy.

From the Abraham Accords to Israel’s fight to maintain its economic and political edge, Fleur shares her expert insights on innovation, bridging societal gaps in Jerusalem, and the critical role of public diplomacy in shaping global perceptions.
Topics include:
- The significance of Jerusalem in Israel’s domestic and foreign policy
- The economic and cultural ripple effects of the Abraham Accords
- How Trump’s return could reshape Israel’s relationship with the world
- Strategies to combat misinformation and strengthen Israel's global image

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0:00 - Coming up
0:30 - Monologue
2:57 - Welcome
3:15 - Tel Aviv vs. Jerusalem
8:12 - Rehabilitating Israel's reputation
18:11 - The PR war 
33:47 - Oct. 7 war and Jerusalem
44:17 - Consequences of independent Palestinian State
48:35 - UNRWA ban
58:35 - Jerusalem and President Donald Trump
1:05:54 - United Kingdom embassy in Israel
1:11:58 - Conclusion


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Co-Creator - Guy Ross
Executive Producer - Asher Westropp-Evans
Director/Editor - Benny Goldman
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Researcher - Tal Segal

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