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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
    • 4.8 • 4 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.

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

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

    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
    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
    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
    P2: Did Palestine's Great Revolt (1936-1939) Set the Stage for Oct 7?

    P2: 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.

    • 42 min
    P1: Did Palestine's Great Revolt (1936-1939) Set the Stage for Oct 7?

    P1: 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.

    • 39 min
    Part Two: Four Obstacles To Israeli-Palestinian Peace

    Part Two: Four Obstacles To Israeli-Palestinian Peace

    Welcome to the second part of our two-parter about the four seemingly-impossible obstacles that confounded Israeli and Palestinian leaders alike.
    Why have Israelis and Palestinians never made peace? Despite multiple peace accords, the two peoples are still at war. In this two part episode, we’ll explore the four major obstacles preventing peace: Jerusalem, borders, security, and the refugees. You’ve heard about the “right of return”? East and West Jerusalem? Security fences/walls? Then this episode is for you.
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    Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Z68Z6bbhV6lRkLYtRqRRn4bDQ2kByJcW4AtDpdy9pH0/edit?usp=sharing
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    This episode of Unpacking Israeli History is generously sponsored by Barbara & Rick Silverman, The Marcus Family Foundation, and Michael Staenberg.

    • 34 min

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Informative balanced honest and crucial listening

Crucial listening for anyone interested in as close to a balanced take on the causes and key events as it’s possible to get about one of the most flammable and deadly regions of the world.

I dream that one day a similarly accurate and honest explanation is created by a Palestinian. Perhaps then a seed for understanding, mutual respect, recognition and peace could grow.

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