The Israel Conversation

Samah Salaime is one of the 25% of Israelis who aren’t Jewish. Whatever your thoughts on the Nation-State law, it is important to hear their perspectives as citizens of their democratic state. Matt and Mike met with Samah at her office in Wahat al-Salam/Neve Shalom. She shared her opinions with respect, intelligence and passion. Agree or disagree, but hear out an Israeli having her say.

Wahat al-Salam/Neve Shalom website

Samah Salaime's Page

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There's a lot going on in the news. It includes fall out from the nation state law, druzim leaving the army, Ahed Tamimi leaving prison, a new Gaza flotilla. Alan, Mike and Matt think they have found a common theme in all of these stories. Join us for insight behind the headlines.

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Alan, Matt and Mike turned to Prof. Amichai Cohen of the Israel Democracy Institute to explain the controversial Nation State law being worked on in the Knesset. It is a political hot topic in Israel, with many questions needing answers. What challenges does is pose to the democratic nature of the state? To Israel's minorities? To diaspora Jewry? Is there a problem at all? Join us as we discuss the issues.

TOI Update on the Bill

Prof. Cohen on IDI site

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This week, Alan took Matt and Mike on a stroll through a very contentious piece of real estate, the city of Hebron. It's a city that is almost a microcosm for the Arab/Israeli conflict. Join us as we explain our thoughts and feelings about the past, present and future of one of the oldest Jewish cities in the world.

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Five young people walked off a Birthright trip in Israel to join an If Not Now (INN) tour of Hebron. What do Alan, Mike and Benji think about this controversy du-jour? How do they understand the INN and its mission? They explain their Zionist take on these issues in this back from vacation episode. Join us!

Benji's TOI Blog Post

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Still on vacation, but enjoy a double episode on us! Originally released July 13, 2017. We'll be back next week, God willing!

Alan and Mike continue a podcast mini-series. They feel that not enough attention is paid to a text that they are sure will end up as a classic Jewish text: Israel's Declaration of Independence. Join them as they begin the process of unpacking the text, which will continue in upcoming episodes. This is part 1B, and is continued from episode 36.

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While we're on vacation, we're rereleasing episode 32 in honor of annual Hebrew Book Week.

Alan and Mike interview publicist Stuart Schnee about the role this event has played in the current Jewish renaissance. They discuss how and why we should all participate in it. There is so much going on in Israel that must not be missed! Join us as we begin to explore the cultural explosion being brought about by the Zionist endeavour. (Originally - Released June 16, 2017)

Stuart Schnee

Hebrew Book Week

Hillel Halkin on Jewish Culture gap

David Hazony on the opportunity it provides

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Conversations about politics are social landmines. So how do teachers discuss current events with students in a productive way? Are there take away ideas for others to use? Benji joins Alan and Mike to share insights and ideas.

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The Iron Dome saves lives in Southern Israel. But there is real damage being done by rocket attacks on southern Israel. In this episode, you'll hear some insider perspective on the real situation.

Judith Spanglet is one of the heroes trying to heal the trauma. Alan, Mike and Matt traveled to Ashkelon to hear her perspective and insight. They were moved and inspired. She explains how the organisation that she created, "Connections and Links ~ From Trauma to Resilience", is making a difference.

Join us. You'll be glad that you did.

Click here to contribute to her not-profit organisation.

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