The Jewish People's Podcast

One year after the October 7 Hamas invasion of Israel, we speak with two IDF reservists Asher Guedalia and Omri Erental who were called up to defend Israel during the attack. These real-life heroes share their unique stories and perspectives, reflecting on their experiences a year later.

Rosh Hashana marks new beginnings. Amid the ongoing war, we speak with Rabbi Yitz Greenberg about his new book, The Triumph of Life, which explores the evolving relationship between God and humanity, highlighting the Jewish journey and the dawn of a new era for Judaism.

In this special episode, JPPI senior fellow and host Yaakov Katz sits down with JPPI fellow Noah Slepkov to unpack the significance of Hassan Nasrallah's assassination, along with Israel's decapitation of Hezbollah's entire military command. What does this mean for Lebanon? How can the United States use this as a moment of opportunity, and does this deal a defining blow to the Islamic Republic's proxy?

On today's episode we talk to former IDF Colonel Kobi Marom about Israel's war on two fronts. Is Israel headed toward a ceasefire with Hezbollah? What are the next steps in the war in the north and how will it impact the continued offensive against Hamas in Gaza?

In the last year there have been nearly 170 murders in Arab Israeli communities. Many believe the police are not just incompetent but are possibly being directed to take no action. Why is this happening, and what needs to change? Join us as we discuss these issues with Ofer Dagan, Co-Executive Director of Sikkuy-Aufoq.

Pagers and devices are mysteriously exploding across Lebanon, with Israel suspected. This signals a new phase in the 11-month conflict along Israel's border. What might Hezbollah do in retaliation, and does this mean we are on track for a wider regional war? Join host Yaakov Katz as he talks with JPPI VP Dr. Shuki Friedman and JPPI Senior Fellow Shmuel Rosner.

Iranian activist Elica Le Bon talks about her fight against the Islamic Republic and her advocacy for the Jewish people after the events of October 7. She discusses the backlash she's faced for speaking out against antisemitism and delves into the complex "red-green alliance"- the coalition between Western progressives and Islamists.

Dozens of IDF soldiers have been severely wounded in the war, many losing limbs. How are they coping now? In this episode, we speak with the mother of one of the most severely injured soldiers and a therapist helping them regain their physical and emotional strength.

As the new academic year begins, we delve into Columbia University's latest report on campus antisemitism. How does this surge of antisemitism manifest, and what does it mean for the fight against intolerance and hate? Join JPPI's Noah Slepkov as he discusses the report's findings and their implications for Jewish communities worldwide with JPPI Senior Fellows Prof. Gil Troy and Dr. Sara Yael Hirschhorn.

After the tragic murder of six Israeli hostages in Gaza last week, the country now faces the dilemma - prioritize the Philadelphi Corridor or a hostage deal. JPPI Senior Fellows, Michal Bar Asher Siegal and Shmuel Rosner join to discuss.