Shoulder to Shoulder

Doug Reed and Pesach Wolicki
  • 5.0 (49)
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Welcome to Shoulder to Shoulder, a podcast where a pastor and a rabbi get to the heart of issues that matter to people of faith.

  1. 3d ago

    (257) The Blue Tsunami: Is MAGA Dead, and What Happens to Israel?

    The 2026 midterm elections delivered a political earthquake. Democrats swept into control of both houses of Congress, Republicans suffered devastating losses, and the future of Donald Trump's political movement suddenly looks far less certain. But was this a rejection of MAGA, a backlash against the war with Iran and economic frustration, or simply the inevitable exhaustion of a political coalition built around one man? With Rabbi Pesach Wolicki unexpectedly absent due to travel delays, Pastor Doug Reed sits down with Dr. A.J. Nolte, Associate Professor at Regent University's Robertson School of Government and Director of its Israel Institute, to unpack the election results and explore what comes next. They examine the rise of Democratic Socialists, the growing influence of the "woke right," the political attitudes of Gen Z, and the challenges facing both parties as they look toward 2028. And with American support for Israel increasingly uncertain, Nolte makes a compelling case for rethinking the US-Israel relationship, emphasizing strategic cooperation and tangible American interests alongside traditional religious and ideological commitments. Is MAGA finished, or can Republicans rebuild without Trump? How far will the Democratic Party move left? And what must Israel and its Christian allies do to preserve their relationship with an America that is changing rapidly? A timely, provocative conversation about an election whose consequences could extend far beyond Washington.

    (257) The Blue Tsunami: Is MAGA Dead, and What Happens to Israel?

  2. Oct 29

    (256) Israel Voted. Now What? The Election Results No One Saw Coming

    Israel has voted, but who actually won? In a stunning election result, Israel's Arab parties have nearly doubled their representation in the Knesset, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is struggling to find a path to a governing majority, and the opposition faces an explosive choice that could reshape Israeli politics. Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki break down the results, explain why neither political bloc has a clear path to power, and explore the uncomfortable choices facing Israel's political leaders. Could Gadi Eisenkot become prime minister with the support of anti-Zionist Arab parties? Could Netanyahu find a way to stay in power? Or is Israel headed for yet another election? They also examine President Trump's controversial endorsement of Netanyahu, the surprising Arab voter turnout, and why this election may deepen Israel's political divisions rather than resolve them. The votes are almost counted. The real political battle is just beginning. Don't just support Israel; know how to defend it. Purchase The Pro-Israel Handbook by Matan Peleg today - click here and receive 15% off with promo code Handbook 15.

    (256) Israel Voted. Now What? The Election Results No One Saw Coming

  3. Oct 21

    (255) A Stronger Israel: Yishai Fleisher on Jewish Sovereignty, Security, and the Battle for Judea and Samaria

    What does a stronger Israel look like—and what will it take to get there? Yishai Fleisher, international spokesman for the Jewish community of Hebron and Knesset candidate for Itamar Ben-Gvir's Otzma Yehudit party, joins Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki for a wide-ranging and provocative conversation about Israel's future. From the struggle over Judea and Samaria to rising violence, accusations of Jewish extremism, and the battle against jihadism, Fleisher makes an unapologetic case for Jewish sovereignty and a tougher approach to national security. But how does he respond to troubling reports of violence by Jewish activists? And what about the soaring murder rate in Israel's Arab communities under Ben-Gvir's leadership? The conversation also explores the biblical significance of Israel's heartland, the future of Jewish-Christian relations, and why Fleisher believes that Israel's strength is inseparable from its spiritual mission. A candid discussion about faith, politics, security, and the future of the Jewish state.

    (255) A Stronger Israel: Yishai Fleisher on Jewish Sovereignty, Security, and the Battle for Judea and Samaria

  4. Oct 15

    (254) From First-Time Visitor to Israel Advocate: Building Christian-Jewish Solidarity in Brazil, with Marcos Silveira

    What happens when a Christian leader who has never visited Israel suddenly finds himself leading a movement to strengthen Christian-Jewish relations across Brazil? This week, Pastor Doug Reed sits down with Marcos Silveira, director of Eagles' Wings Brazil, whose remarkable journey took him from knowing relatively little about Israel to visiting twice in just a few weeks, including leading a delegation of 35 influential Brazilian pastors and Christian leaders. Marcos shares how his experiences at the Western Wall, a Jewish family's Shabbat table, and Yad Vashem transformed his understanding of Israel and the Jewish people. He also discusses the challenge of confronting antisemitism, overcoming misconceptions about Jewish history, and turning emotional encounters into lasting commitments. With millions of social media views and growing connections across Brazil's Christian communities, Marcos is helping inspire a new generation of leaders to stand with Israel and the Jewish people. Join Doug for a conversation about faith, friendship, and the power of personal encounters to build bridges between Christians and Jews.

    (254) From First-Time Visitor to Israel Advocate: Building Christian-Jewish Solidarity in Brazil, with Marcos Silveira

  5. Oct 7

    (253) October 7th Was a Test for the Christian World

    Three years after October 7th, Pesach and Doug look back at the day that changed Israel, their own lives, and the mission of Shoulder to Shoulder. But October 7th also revealed something else: who would actually stand with Israel when doing so became difficult, unpopular, and politically costly. In this deeply personal conversation, Pesach recalls sending his children off to war and immediately reaching out to Christian leaders, while Doug reflects on how being in Israel on October 7th transformed his own relationship with the Jewish state. They discuss the Christians who stepped forward, those who remained silent, and why Pesach believes October 7th was ultimately a test not only for Israel, but for the Christian world. Three years later, what has that test revealed? And what does it mean to truly stand shoulder to shoulder with Israel? Subscribe today to The Israel Bible YouTube Channel to discover incredible spiritual content rolling out every day.

    (253) October 7th Was a Test for the Christian World

  6. Sep 30

    (252) The War Israel Hasn't Been Fighting, with Dr. Einat Wilf

    What would it actually take to end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict rather than simply manage it until the next war? Dr. Einat Wilf, former Labor Party MK, author, public intellectual, and current Knesset candidate, joins Pesach and Doug for a wide-ranging conversation about Zionism, Gaza, Palestinian refugeehood, and the lessons of October 7. Wilf explains why she believes Israel must confront not only Hamas but the ideology that has sustained the conflict for generations, why military victory without a corresponding victory in the war of ideas will never be enough, and how her own political thinking changed as the assumptions of the peace process collided with reality. They also discuss UNRWA, the future of Gaza, Israel's failures on the global battlefield of ideas, her disagreements with the current Israeli government, and her vision of an Israel that is strong enough to defend itself while offering its neighbors a very different future. Do not miss the Israel Behind the Headlines Tour! Eight days with the people making the decisions... Private meetings at the Knesset... Briefings on the Syrian and Lebanese borders... Lunch with the leaders of Samaria and the Golan... and so much more.  Led by Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Dr. David Wurmser from March 7-14, 2027, this is the Israel that shapes the news before the news reports it, and you will see it with the people who live it. Learn more and reserve your place at https://israel365.com/israel365tours/wolicki-wurmser/.

    (252) The War Israel Hasn't Been Fighting, with Dr. Einat Wilf

  7. Sep 24

    (251) The Nations Are Being Tested: Sukkot, Israel, and the Post-October 7 World

    Why does the prophet Zechariah envision the nations of the world coming to Jerusalem specifically for Sukkot? And what does that ancient prophecy mean in a world transformed by October 7th? In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed explore the surprisingly universal message of the Feast of Tabernacles and the Jewish people's mission not only to themselves, but to humanity as a whole. Their conversation moves from Zechariah's vision of the nations gathering in Jerusalem to the Book of Jonah, read on Yom Kippur, and its powerful reminder that Israel's spiritual responsibility extends far beyond its own borders. Against the backdrop of the post-October 7 world, Pesach and Doug ask what it means for nations and people of faith to choose where they stand, and why Sukkot may offer a biblical framework for understanding the choices being made today. This Holiday season, 1 in 3 Israeli children won't know if there will be food on the table. You can change that. Sponsor a holiday meal and bring hope to the hungry.

    (251) The Nations Are Being Tested: Sukkot, Israel, and the Post-October 7 World

  8. Sep 16

    (250) Five Years, 250 Episodes, and a Friendship That Changed Us: Shoulder to Shoulder at 250

    Five years. 250 episodes. Countless conversations about faith, Israel, the Bible, politics, and the relationship between Jews and Christians. But along the way, something else happened: Shoulder to Shoulder changed the two people behind the microphones. In this special 250th episode, Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki look back at the moments, guests, and unexpected conversations that shaped the podcast and shaped them personally. They revisit an unforgettable late-night conversation with two pastors experiencing Israel for the first time, the guests who challenged assumptions and produced genuine "aha" moments, and the dramatic shift in the podcast after October 7, when their friendship and their conversations took on a new depth and urgency. They also reflect on what they have learned from each other: Doug on encountering Judaism, Israel, and the Hebrew Bible through Jewish eyes, and Pesach on the humility and openness to change that he has encountered among Christian friends. And they consider some very tangible ways the podcast has altered their lives, from Doug's family's decision to homeschool to his remarkable upcoming move to Israel. This isn't simply a look back at 250 episodes. It's a conversation about what can happen when people of different faiths listen to one another, learn from one another, and truly stand shoulder to shoulder, and about where that journey might lead next. This Holiday season, 1 in 3 Israeli children won't know if there will be food on the table. You can change that. Sponsor a holiday meal and bring hope to the hungry.

    (250) Five Years, 250 Episodes, and a Friendship That Changed Us: Shoulder to Shoulder at 250
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Welcome to Shoulder to Shoulder, a podcast where a pastor and a rabbi get to the heart of issues that matter to people of faith.

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  • Creator
    Doug Reed and Pesach Wolicki
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    270
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Shoulder to Shoulder

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