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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/ 

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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
Graphics - Thomas Girsch
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
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Studio Manager - Lotem Segev
Graphics - Thomas Girsch
Researcher - Tal Segal

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Today we're breaking from our usual format. Instead of bringing you a fresh, in-depth analysis, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a critical moment in the ongoing conflict: the recent hostage release and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

To do that, we’ll be revisiting some of the key moments from our previous podcasts and media coverage. These clips help us piece together the complexities of this situation and the profound impact it’s had on both sides. We'll hear from experts, those directly affected, and analysts who've been following these developments closely.

So, rather than a typical episode, we’re offering a snapshot—a look back at how the pieces have come together leading to this deal, and what it might mean for the future. Let’s dive in.

0:00 - Welcome
0:05 - Talk TV - Eylon about Emily Damari
1:05 - BBC - Mandy Damari about Emily
3:14 - Eylon on rescuing Emily Damari
5:00 - Mandy Damari speaking to Labour Friends of Israel
5:46 - Mandy Damari on UN Security Council decisions
7:21 - Title sequence
7:36 - Clip from A Mother’s Fight | Leah Goldin’s 10-Year Battle to Rescue Her Son from Hamas' Dungeons 
9:40 - Clip from “I was preparing myself to die” | Captivity Survivor Speaks on the Anniversary of Her Release with Aviva Siegel
30:53 - Clip from GIVE ME BACK MY SON | Hostage Father’s Urgent Plea with Jonathan Dekel-Chen
36:54 - Clip from Fighting Under a Microscope | IDF's Tactical Precision Redefines with Yaakov Katz
39:10 - Clip from Uncovering Hamas’s S*xual War Crimes | Ayelet Razin Bet Or, Victim's Advocate

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In this explosive episode of State of the Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy sits down with civil rights attorney and filmmaker Brooke Goldstein to tackle the hard truths about radical extremism, Hamas, and the fight against global antisemitism. Brooke reveals shocking details about hate indoctrination in Palestinian schools, the misuse of international funds, and how the West’s complacency fuels extremism.

They also discuss:

• The aftermath of the October 7th massacre and its global impact.
• The role of UNRWA in perpetuating extremist ideologies.
• Why addressing radicalism requires internal reckoning within the Muslim world.
• How empowering Jewish civil rights can combat antisemitism and terrorism.

Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional narratives and offers actionable solutions to some of the world's most pressing conflicts.

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Co-Creator - Guy Ross
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Researcher - Tal Segal

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In this episode of State of the Nation, Phillip Rosenberg, President of the Board of Deputies of British Jews, tells us about the challenges facing the British Jewish community in the aftermath of October 7th. At just 38 years old, Rosenberg is the youngest leader in the organization's history and brings fresh perspectives to a community navigating a surge in antisemitism and political extremism in the UK.
The conversation explores the rise of hate crimes, the role of interfaith alliances with British Muslims, and the fight to preserve Jewish identity amid mounting pressures. They delve into the geopolitical ramifications of Hamas's attack, UK-Israel relations, and the broader implications for British society. Rosenberg also shares his optimistic vision for combating extremism and building bridges across communities.

🔑 Topics Covered:
- Record levels of antisemitism in Britain
- Challenges of Jewish-Muslim interfaith efforts
- UK government's response to extremism
- Insights on British and international attitudes toward Israel
- The future of the British Jewish community

Tune in for an in-depth discussion that goes beyond the headlines to explore how societies can come together against divisive forces. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode!

0:00 - Coming up
0:16 - Monologue
1:51 - Welcome
4:14 - Sustaining morale in Jewish Community
7:49 - The Ghost of Jeremy Corbyn
14:34 - Interfaith work and national security
18:58 - UK Muslim community
27:53 - Eylon at Oxford
32:55 - Perceptions of international law
37:58 - Two state solution
43:17 - Ultimate resolution of conflict
48:27 - British Jewish culture month

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Co-Creator - Guy Ross
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Explore the truth behind Israel's humanitarian efforts in Gaza amidst the ongoing conflict. In this episode of State of a Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy engages with Shimon Freedman, the international spokesperson for COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories). Together, they uncover the challenges of delivering aid in a war zone, the complexities of humanitarian logistics, and the accusations faced by Israel on the global stage. From new aid routes to combating looting and ensuring aid isn't hijacked, this discussion separates fact from fiction about Israel's role in facilitating aid to Gaza.

Gain insights into Israel's policies, the international community's response, and the obstacles to effective humanitarian aid distribution. Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most critical issues shaping the Middle East today.
Key Topics:

• Israel’s humanitarian policies in Gaza
• Challenges in delivering aid amidst conflict
• The role of COGAT and international organizations
• Addressing looting and aid misappropriation
• International allegations vs. ground realities

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0:00 - Coming up
0:14 - Monologue
2:03 - Welcome
4:59 - Humanitarian Policy Before October 7th
9:08 - Challenges of Delivering Aid in a War Zone
12:49 - New Aid Routes and Increased Capacity
21:02 - Dual Use Items
27:03 - Polio campaign and Proactive aid
31:53 - Why no one believes Israel
36:10 - Why Israel doesn't call out UN agencies
39:21 - How to learn more

Co-Creator and Host - Eylon Levy
Co-Creator - Guy Ross
Executive Producer - Asher Westropp-Evans
Director - Lotem Segev
Editor/Assistant Director - Benny Goldman
Graphics - Thomas Girsch
Researcher - Tal Segal

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