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Thoughtful debate elevates us all. In For Heaven’s Sake, Donniel Hartman, Yossi Klein Halevi, and Elana Stein Hain revive the Jewish art of constructive discussion on topics related to political and social trends in Israel, Israel-Diaspora relations, and the collective consciousness of being Jewish.



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    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.7 • 12 Ratings

Thoughtful debate elevates us all. In For Heaven’s Sake, Donniel Hartman, Yossi Klein Halevi, and Elana Stein Hain revive the Jewish art of constructive discussion on topics related to political and social trends in Israel, Israel-Diaspora relations, and the collective consciousness of being Jewish.



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    Israel at War – Iran

    Israel at War – Iran

    Before dawn on Sunday, April 14th, with the help of its allies, Israel staved off its first ever direct attack by Iran.
    In this episode, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss this new reality for Israel and its neighbors, and what it would mean to trade blows openly with a regional superpower that has, until now, hid its aggression behind proxy militant groups.

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    • 35 min
    Israel at War – The Victory Debate

    Israel at War – The Victory Debate

    Hostage negotiations remain deadlocked as their families continue to pressure Israel’s government to reach a deal, while rightwing MPs are threatening to dissolve Netanyahu’s coalition if the IDF does not move into Rafah. In this landscape of stark public discord, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi clash on their own priorities for victory in this war.
     
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    • 32 min
    Israel at War – The Six-Month War

    Israel at War – The Six-Month War

    180 days since the tragedy of October 7th, war still wages in Gaza, hostages have yet to be returned, Israel’s allies are now pushing for a ceasefire, and the accidental bombing of seven aid workers on April 1st marks the latest IDF fumble.
     
    In this episode, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi take moral stock of Israel’s failures, its critics, and its unsung heroes, as this long and complex war hits the 6 month mark.
     
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    • 27 min
    Israel at War – Netanyahu

    Israel at War – Netanyahu

    Israelis are engaged in multiple layers of conflict, both external and internal. As the Israel-Hamas war continues into its 6th month, Israelis are simultaneously fighting a battle against their own government. This week, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss Netanyahu’s leadership, and what the Israeli public can – and should – do to demand better from him.  
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    • 30 min
    Israel at War – Hope

    Israel at War – Hope

    From badmouthing the military to fumbling humanitarian aid in Gaza, punting on the Haredi draft, and taking a hard line on a hostage deal, Netanyahu’s coalition government seems more out-of-touch with the Israeli public than ever before. Could forthcoming elections bring a sea change to Israel’s leadership?
    In this episode, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi share their hopes
    and visions for the future of the Jewish State.

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    • 26 min
    Israel at War – The Critics

    Israel at War – The Critics

    From the Oval Office to the Oscars, the week of March 11, 2024, has seen more vocal public criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza than at any other time during the Israel-Hamas war. In this episode, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi analyze, and respond to, recent rebukes leveled by Israel’s closest allies and by fellow Jews.

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    • 31 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

G0Bster ,

Superb

Such a pleasure to listen to this podcast.

I’m not Jewish and I live in London. Nonetheless on the endlessly complex topics of Juadaism, Zionism, Israel, war and peace etc, the quality of their debate and dialogue is such that I find this show an absolute must listen.

Keep up the good work and continue to stay true to yourselves.

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Wow haha

Isra*lis defending “their” country?!? How hilarious 😂

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Great show

Thanks for the shows, great to get some perspectives and different viewpoints on some of the contentious issues affecting Israel

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