Call Me Back - with Dan Senor

Presenting the challenges and dilemmas facing Israelis and Jews around the world.

  1. 14 hr ago

    Sneak Peek: Nadav on what’s driving the wave of migration from Israel, and more…

    This is a sneak peek from the members-only edition of Inside Call Me Back. Dan is joined by Ark Media contributor Nadav Eyal to answer listener questions about the growing number of highly educated Israelis leaving the country, why Nadav believes it's not just military conflicts driving them away, and the deeper issues facing Israeli society. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. For the full episode, subscribe here to - Inside Call me Back ____ You can access the full episode here, where Dan and Nadav answer listener questions about: - Would a new Israeli government actually be able to create significant systemic change? - How the past 3 years have dramatically changed attitudes and capabilities of the IDF - Can Israel’s moderate right reshape the election? - What do each of Israel’s Arab parties stand for and which might succeed? - Why a popular Jewish Knesset member is joining an Arab party and why that’s significant More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What’s Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer’s book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

    Sneak Peek: Nadav on what’s driving the wave of migration from Israel, and more…
  2. 3 days ago

    Is there a Final Solution to the Jewish question? - with Dara Horn

    Why has antisemitism endured and how can Jews effectively combat it? Dan is joined by author Dara Horn to discuss her new book, The Final Solution to the Jewish Question: A Love Story for the Living. Five years after her book People Love Dead Jews diagnosed how society relates to Jewish suffering, Horn now addresses what can be done about it. She explains how AI is systematically targeting Jews, why traditional efforts to fight antisemitism are failing and outlines an approach to find a solution that could finally change everything.  Explore Dara Horn’s new Tell Institute to combat antisemitism. Pre-order your copy of Dara’s book, The Final Solution to the Jewish Question: A Love Story for the Living. Get your tickets to a live taping of Call me Back at the Streicker Center on October 22. —- Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back This episode is sponsored by Citizen Cafe: Schedule your free intro session with Citizen Cafe today. ___ In this episode:  - Why Horn chose the provocative title “The Final Solution to the Jewish Question?” - Re-casting antisemitism not as bigotry but as “the big lie” - What Holocaust education gets wrong - How Nazism and Soviet anti-Zionism lives on - How is anti-Jewish propaganda poisoning AI? - The dangerous bargain behind America’s Jewish “Golden Age” - What young disaffected Jews are missing and how that can change - What is her solution to antisemitism? ___ More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What’s Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer’s book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

    Is there a Final Solution to the Jewish question? - with Dara Horn
  3. 8 Aug

    Sneak Peek: Tal Becker on the challenge of forming a coalition with Arabs parties

    This is a sneak peek from the members-only edition of Inside Call Me Back. Dan and Tal Becker answer listener questions about why having an Arab party in Israel’s governing coalition is less acceptable now more than ever and what happened the last time it was tried. They also discuss how Israeli law addresses the separation of church and state and problems that creates.. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. For the full episode, subscribe here to - Inside Call me Back ____ You can access the full episode here, where Dan and Tal answer listener questions about: What does the El-Sayed primary victory in Michigan mean for Democrats Jewish identity and the deep connection between Jews and Israel Barriers to including Arab parties in Israel’s governing coalition Issues created by the lack of an Israeli constitution  The surprisingly strong alliance between Israel and the UAE What is the status of International Court of Justice and ICC charges against Israeli leaders? Is there hope for progress to stabilize Israeli-Palestinian tension and violence? Why Israel’s  center left policies and party are losing supporters  ____ More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What’s Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer’s book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

    Sneak Peek: Tal Becker on the challenge of forming a coalition with Arabs parties
  4. 6 Aug

    The Secret Plan to Weaponize the Kurds (Part 1) - with Itai Anghel

    Why did an Israeli-U.S. plan that counted on Kurdish fighters to help topple the Iranian regime fall apart?   Dan is joined by investigative journalist, documentary filmmaker Itai Anghel who risked his life to follow Kurdish fighters in Syria, Iraq and Iran to document their guerrilla warfare tactics, explore how Kurdish leaders viewed Israel, why that trust fractured, and how those experiences shaped their views of the Israeli-U.S. secret plan for Kurds to fight inside Iran. The conversation also examines why Kurdish women fighters are key, and the military, political, and regional obstacles that doomed the plot from the start.  On August 10th, Part 2 will examine the plan from Israel’s intelligence and military perspectives. Watch Itai Anghel’s documentary The Women Most Wanted in Iran ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back     Subscribe to Ark News Daily This episode is sponsored by The Israel Democracy Institute: For resources on Israel's upcoming election and to learn more about IDI, visit elections.idi.org.il/2026.  ___ In this episode: 1. Who are the Kurds, and why they matter 2. The surprising Kurdish bond with Israel 3. A stateless nation with big aspirations 4. Women fighters now and in the war against ISIS 5. Why Kurdish trust in Israel and the U.S. has eroded 6. Inside the Iranian Kurdish underground 7. The Kurds’ view of the U.S.-Israeli plan for Kurdish boots on the ground in Iran 8. Why, when and how the plan for Kurdish fighters fell apart ___ More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What’s Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer’s book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

    The Secret Plan to Weaponize the Kurds (Part 1) - with Itai Anghel
  5. 3 Aug

    Is Abdul El-Sayed Bigger Than Mamdani? - with Mark Halperin

    Why could the upcoming Michigan Democratic Senate primary signal a seismic shift about the Democratic party and U.S. policy on Israel? As Michigan Democrats prepare to choose a nominee for the U.S. Senate, Dan Senor sits down with political journalist Mark Halperin to discuss why this race has become a flashpoint in the debate over Israel, progressive politics, and the future of the Democratic Party. They examine why progressives are demonizing Israel and AIPAC, the role of The New York Times and other media in shifting the debate, and why Abdul El‑Sayed’s campaign may have implications that extend to the 2028 presidential election. ______ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back This episode is sponsored by Citizen Cafe: Schedule your free intro session with Citizen Cafe today. ___ In this episode:  1. Why the Michigan Senate primary matters more than ever 2. How Israel became the defining issue in this race 3. Surprising changes inside the Democratic coalition 4. How The New York Times and social media impacts the narrative 5. Who is Abdul El‑Sayed and what’s behind his success 6. Why El-Sayed could be more influential than Mayor Mamdani 7. Implications of an El-Sayed victory for 2028 Democratic politics Links mentioned in this episode: -Mark Halperin’s recent article in the Free Press How Israel Became the Biggest Litmus Test in American Politics -Halperin’s live video platform 2Way and  8 for 28 presidential picks More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What’s Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer’s book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

    Is Abdul El-Sayed Bigger Than Mamdani? - with Mark Halperin
  6. 1 Aug

    Sneak Peek: Amit on why Netanyahu’s Party is shrinking while Israelis shift to the right, and more…

    This is a sneak peek from the members-only edition of Inside Call Me Back. Dan is joined by Ark Media contributor Amit Segal to answer listener questions about one of the biggest puzzles in Israeli politics: why the Likud is losing support even as the country shifts to the right. They also discuss who might be Prime Minister of a potential unity government.  ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. For the full episode, subscribe here to - Inside Call me Back ____ You can access the full episode here, where Dan answers listener questions about: - Was Netanyahu's recent Washington visit a snub or a success? - Why do Mizrahi voters still back Likud candidates? - The Haredi draft exemption and the coalition dilemma - How could Israel's imperfect democratic system be improved? - Could a new center-right party realistically succeed? - What will ultimately decide Israel's election? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What’s Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer’s book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Ryan Lohr, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

    Sneak Peek: Amit on why Netanyahu’s Party is shrinking while Israelis shift to the right, and more…
  7. 30 Jul

    Has Trump's Foreign Policy Already Peaked? — with Ian Bremmer

    What is next for America’s foreign policy, and what does it mean for Israel? President Trump has reshaped America's relationships with allies and adversaries alike, favoring leverage, pressure, and dealmaking over traditional alliances. But does coercion create lasting influence, or does it push allies to look elsewhere? Dan is joined by Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, to debate whether Trump's foreign policy has reached its ceiling, what comes next for America's global alliances, and why Israel may be the ultimate test case. Learn more about Eurasia Group and GZERO Media. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ___ In this episode: - Has Trump's foreign policy peaked? - Where Trump's foreign policy succeeded and failed - Can America still count on its allies? - Has Trump lost leverage over Russia? - Will the U.S. finish the job on Iran? - Is Israel the exception to America's new foreign policy? - Which parts of Trump's foreign policy will last? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What’s Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer’s book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Ryan Lohr, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

    Has Trump's Foreign Policy Already Peaked? — with Ian Bremmer

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