Don, Noah, and Allison discuss three topics of incomparable importance, and end with an anecdote each about something in Israel that made them smile this week.

Behind the Curtain

We discuss the imminent elections and our expectations. For whom will we be casting our ballots? Why do we support that list? What do we think (or perhaps hope) will be the eventual outcome?

Surprise! No Prize!

Generally considered the country’s highest honor, the Israel Prize is awarded annually on Independence Day. This year the prize will be awarded in only three of its four categories. Why did this occur? Who is to blame?

Thou shall not be a total dick

An NGO called Gesher (or Bridge) recently produced a video which, as part of a “new ten commandments” they’ve formulated, encourages more friendly interactions among politicians. The video includes MKs saying and writing nice things about colleagues across the aisle.

Playlist:

All music by La Vache Qui Rit (הפרה הצוחקת) in honor of their show this week at Ha-Azor:

Opa Cupa (Gypsy Serbia)

Besena Rovena (Gypsy Albania)

Tchavo (Gypsy Manouche)

Disapozhkelekh (Trad. Ukraine)