IsraelCast

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IsraelCast

A podcast powered by Jewish National Fund where we'll be sharing with you stories of interesting people doing fascinating work all over Israel. #poweredbyJNF

  1. 6 NOV

    Matti Friedman, Journalist & Author

    An author and reporter who was in the Jerusalem bureau of the Associated Press, Matti Friedman has a firsthand look at how often many news agencies distort the facts when it comes to Israel. Both American and international organizations consistently appear to have a bias against the Jewish State, while social media has become a cesspool of antisemitism. Host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Matti Friedman once again to discuss what the media gets wrong about the Middle East conflict, the issue with people turning to social media for news, and the United Nation’s role in legitimizing anti-Israel sentiments.

    55 min

  2. 23 OCT

    Tal-Or Cohen Montemayor

    During the horrific October 7 terrorist attacks, Hamas used social media garner additional attention, even livestreaming their slaughter of innocent civilians and hostage-taking. According to Tal-Or Cohen Montemayor, the Founder and Executive Director of CyberWell who dedicates her life to combatting and reporting online antisemitism, this led to a sharp increase in Jew hatred on social media platforms. Host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Montemayor to discuss working with social media companies to fight antisemitism, how social media was used to promote and deny the October 7 attacks, and the importance of reporting harmful content.

    53 min

  3. 7 OCT

    Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, Senior Vice President for Research at Foundation for the Defense of Democracies (FDD)

    On the one-year anniversary of the horrific October 7 massacre, when Hamas terrorists slaughtered over 1,200 innocent Israelis, the landscape of the Middle East has changed. From the initial shock of Israel’s intelligence failure to the unity seen among Israel and world Jewry to the way other countries have either supported or hindered Israel’s response, the ramifications have been felt in the Middle East and throughout the world. On this special October 7 episode, Host Steven Shalowitz sits down with returning guest Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, Senior Vice President for Research at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, to discuss the immediate aftermath of the attacks, the escalating war with Hezbollah and Iran, and what Gaza’s post-war future may hold.

    47 min

  4. 25 SEPT

    Shahar Azani, Veteran Israeli Diplomat & Senior Vice President, Jewish Broadcasting Service (JBS)

    A veteran Israeli diplomat, Shahar Azani was never a stranger to Israel and Jew hatred. Yet, after the October 7 terrorist attacks, Shahar Azani saw a shift in discourse. While protesters previously couched their bias in softer language, many are now openly supporting terrorist groups and calling for the end of the Jewish State. Host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Azani to talk about the change in how Israel is discussed, the unity of the Jewish people in the face of such adversity, and how he stays optimistic about Israel’s future.

    58 min

  5. 11 SEPT

    Rachael Stern, Director of Operations at The Press Service of Israel (TPS-IL)

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    54 min

  6. 28 AUG

    Noa Cochva, Israel Advocate, Miss Israel 2021, IDF Combat Medic

    Noa Cochva has fought for Israel in a multitude of ways. As a soldier, she served as a combat medic, including for five months on the Gaza border post-October 7. As an activist, she works tirelessly to spread the truth about Israel amidst a sea of antisemitism. And as the former Miss Israel, she represented her country on the international stage. Host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Cochva to discuss her advocacy work, her experience on the Gaza border, and being assaulted by pro-Palestinian protesters in Times Square.

    54 min

  7. 14 AUG

    Masha Merkulova, the Founder and Executive Director of Club Z

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    50 min

  8. 31 JUL

    Ahmir Lerner, CEO of Beit Issie Shapiro

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    38 min
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About

A podcast powered by Jewish National Fund where we'll be sharing with you stories of interesting people doing fascinating work all over Israel. #poweredbyJNF

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  • Creator
    Jewish National Fund
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    IsraelCast

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