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Go behind the scenes of Israeli history with self-confessed history nerd Noam Weissman. Each week, he offers a fresh perspective on some of the most controversial and interesting events in the country’s history. If you’ve ever wanted to know more about what Israel is all about -- from multiple angles and viewpoints -- this is the podcast for you.

Unpacking Israeli History Unpacked

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.7 • 77 Ratings

Go behind the scenes of Israeli history with self-confessed history nerd Noam Weissman. Each week, he offers a fresh perspective on some of the most controversial and interesting events in the country’s history. If you’ve ever wanted to know more about what Israel is all about -- from multiple angles and viewpoints -- this is the podcast for you.

    Behind the scenes of Unpacking Israeli History

    Behind the scenes of Unpacking Israeli History

    In this special episode of Unpacking Israeli History, Noam Weissman and producer Rivky Stern switch things up by engaging in an in-depth conversation about the podcast's creation, philosophy, and approach to telling the story of Israeli history.

    • 40 min
    P3: The Aftermath - Six Days That Changed Israel Forever

    P3: The Aftermath - Six Days That Changed Israel Forever

    The 1967 War happened more than 50 years ago. And yet, the legacy of the Six Day War still reverberates throughout the world. Israelis were convinced they were facing another Holocaust. Instead, they achieved one of the most unlikely – and legendary – military victories in history. This miniseries explores the lead-up and legacy of the 6 Day War.
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    Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YAwi1kDnHEJfFp3A5FzmclHv0-f82zMvbt9Qp9ziKrY/edit
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    Episode 3 of this Six Day War mini-series is generously sponsored by Michael Staenberg, and The Marcus Family Foundation, and Pam and Neil Weissman.

    • 1 hr 5 min
    P2: The Middle East At War - Six Days That Changed Israel Forever

    P2: The Middle East At War - Six Days That Changed Israel Forever

    The 1967 War happened more than 50 years ago. And yet, the legacy of the Six Day War still reverberates throughout the world. Israelis were convinced they were facing another Holocaust. Instead, they achieved one of the most unlikely – and legendary – military victories in history. This miniseries explores the lead-up and legacy of the 6 Day War.
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    Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YAwi1kDnHEJfFp3A5FzmclHv0-f82zMvbt9Qp9ziKrY/edit
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    Episode 2 of this Six Day War mini-series is generously sponsored by Jane & John August, Michael Staenberg, and The Marcus Family Foundation.

    • 40 min
    P1: Lead-Up To War - Six Days That Changed Israel Forever

    P1: Lead-Up To War - Six Days That Changed Israel Forever

    The 1967 War happened more than 50 years ago. And yet, the legacy of the Six Day War still reverberates throughout the world. Israelis were convinced they were facing another Holocaust. Instead, they achieved one of the most unlikely – and legendary – military victories in history. This miniseries explores the lead-up and legacy of the 6 Day War.
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    Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YAwi1kDnHEJfFp3A5FzmclHv0-f82zMvbt9Qp9ziKrY/edit
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    Episode 1 of this Six Day War mini-series is generously sponsored by Kim and Perry Shwachman, Michael Staenberg, and The Marcus Family Foundation.

    • 40 min
    Iran's Surprise Attack on Israel: History and Reflections

    Iran's Surprise Attack on Israel: History and Reflections

    Less than 48 hours ago, Iran launched an unprecedented military attack on Israel, its first direct attack on Israel after a decades-long “shadow” war. Iran sent hundreds of drones and missiles towards the Jewish state. So, why did Iran attack Israel, and what does all of this mean?
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    Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jawT_GTJtdmIxtA3FRlO0GDg-wfipSsCUdLjkTAzV80/edit?usp=sharing

    • 22 min
    P3: Did Palestine's Great Revolt (1936-1939) Set the Stage for Oct 7?

    P3: Did Palestine's Great Revolt (1936-1939) Set the Stage for Oct 7?

    Got questions about the current situation in Israel/Palestine? Almost all the answers lie in the Great Arab Revolt of 1936. How is that possible, when the modern state of Israel wasn’t even established until 1948?!
    This three-part series explores the roots of a seemingly intractable conflict, highlighting unknown figures and outlining what might have been.
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    Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PaLZ4afLCh_f6NOFzbZz8izhX1j6FZREiJUS2uLtejw/edit
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    This mini series of Unpacking Israeli History is dedicated in memory of Armand Lindenbaum, the grandson of Rav Amiel, by his wife, Jean, and children, Felice, Amiel, and Ariel Lindenbaum-Sebag.

    • 47 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
77 Ratings

77 Ratings

Jennybearroxs ,

Very interesting and informative

I’ve started listening to the podcast after October 7 because I wanted to understand more about Israel and about my people. I love how there’s no bias and it’s just straight up facts. Usually I have difficulty understanding history but with this, it was very easy to understand. The podcast makes me want to look at more information about the topics and also gives me a greater appreciation for Israel, my people yet also a deeper understanding for the other side of the conflict. I hope one day there will be everlasting peace.

Thank you Noam and team for this podcast!

MarkFreedman18 ,

Very educational

This series is very educational as it attempts to presents historical events in an objective manner. Describing the historical backdrop and events from multiple points of view. It is worthwhile for anyone attempting to truly understand why the sides view the situation to listen to the podcasts.

Philip Grauer ,

Non objective

Pro-Israeli history podcast - try and find objective stories

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