רוח מערבית - The Western Spirit

אריאל ויטמן
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שמי אריאל ויטמן. בחרתי ליצור סדרת פודקאסטים המציגה את אתגרי המערב במאה ה- 21 מתוך ראיית עולם ליברלית קלאסית, ולא רק. ניגע בכל הנושאים תוך מתן דגש לחיינו במדינת ישראל וננסה להביא את כל הזוויות האידיאולוגיות הקיימות בחברה הישראלית. בין היתר תוכלו לשמוע בסדרת הפודקאסטים שלי אנשי מקצוע רבים, פילוסופים, אנשי רוח ודעה מהארץ ומחו'"ל. אתם יותר ממוזמנים להצטרף אליי. My name is Ariel Whitman and I live in the heart of Israel. This podcast series will focus on the challenges the West faces, in the 21st century, from a conservative, classicaly liberal, and libertarian perspective.

  1. FEB 8

    Why Human Rights Activism Stops When Jews Are the Victims | Judea Pearl EXPOSES the Hypocrisy

    In this powerful episode of The Western Spirit, world-renowned scholar Judea Pearl explains how the language of “human rights” and “social justice” has been weaponized against Jews and against Israel.Judea Pearl is a Turing Award–winning computer scientist, UCLA professor, and the father of journalist Daniel Pearl, who was murdered by Al-Qaeda in 2002. Since then, he has become one of the most important moral voices confronting terrorism, antisemitism, and the ideological corruption of Western institutions.In this conversation, Pearl exposes how anti-Zionism became socially acceptable, why universities and NGOs abandoned moral clarity after October 7, and how activist movements now legitimize hatred of Jews under the banner of progress.We discuss:• Why the modern human rights industry turned against Israel• How “social justice” ideology became hostile to Jews• The link between anti-Zionism and classical antisemitism• Campus radicalization and elite institutions• Why the world reacted differently to October 7 than to other atrocities• The moral collapse of Western intellectual culture This episode goes beyond politics. It is about truth, propaganda, moral responsibility, and the future of Israel and the West.📌 Watch, share, and join the conversation to uncover what’s really at stake.📌 Support the channel by buying me coffee! ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/westernspirit📌 For business inquiries, including advertising opportunities on our show, please email us at: thewesternspiritpodcast@gmail.com📌 I wish to thank the Ayn Rand Institute in Israel for sponsoring this episode and helping us spread the word! Check out their group meet-ups here 👉🏼 https://www.meetup.com/israeli-students-of-objectivism📘 Judea Pearl’s book, Coexistence and Other Fighting Words, is available here:Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1895131731Publisher:https://www.politicalanimalpress.com/product/coexistence-and-other-fighting-words/Chapters00:00Introduction to Judea Pearl01:24The Iranian Protests and Israel's Legitimacy04:44Understanding Anti-Zionism on Campuses06:47Safety Concerns for Jews in America08:15The Rise of Mainstream Anti-Zionism10:03Defining Zionophobia13:01The Historical Connection of Jews to the Land17:06The Shift in American Perception of Israel19:54The Role of Academia in Shaping Views23:25The Complexity of Anti-Jewish Sentiment26:28Reflections on 9/11 and Current Leadership28:07Cultural Dynamics and Political Movements29:33The Deep-Seated Wound of Anti-Israel Sentiment31:47The Complexity of Acceptance and Rejection36:34Fake Feminism and Political Alliances44:59The Future of Jewish Identity in America48:08Concerns About Artificial Intelligence#JudeaPearl #DanielPearl #Israel #Antisemitism #AntiZionism #HumanRights #SocialJustice #October7 #GazaWar #Hamas #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #CampusAntisemitism #JewishHistory #WesternSpirit #politicalpodcast

    53 min

  2. FEB 6

    The NGO SCAM: How "Human Rights" Groups HELPED Hamas Wage War

    Olga Deutsch, Vice President of NGO Monitor, joins The Western Spirit to expose how international aid organizations operating in Gaza have become deeply entangled with Hamas — politically, financially, and operationally.Deutsch explains how billions of dollars in humanitarian funding flow into Gaza with little oversight, how NGOs shape global media narratives, and how terror-linked actors exploit the humanitarian system to strengthen their control.In this conversation, we discuss:• How Gaza NGOs operate behind the scenes• The financial pipelines connecting aid money to Hamas• Why accountability is almost nonexistent• How “human rights” reporting is politicized• The role of the UN and Western governments• Why journalists rarely challenge NGO claims• How this system prolongs the conflict• What real humanitarian reform would requireDeutsch draws on years of documentation and investigations to argue that the aid industry in Gaza is not neutral — and that its failures have consequences for Israelis, Palestinians, and global security.A detailed, fact-based conversation about terror financing, international NGOs, and the hidden mechanics of modern conflict.👉 If you value long-form conversations that challenge narratives, please like, comment, and subscribe.📌 Support the channel by buying me coffee! ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/westernspirit📌 For business inquiries, including advertising opportunities on our show, please email us at: thewesternspiritpodcast@gmail.comChapters00:00The Clash of Civilizations and Democracy00:53Understanding NGOs in the Israel Context01:53The Role of NGOs Post-October 7th05:57Hamas and the Instrumentalization of Humanitarian Aid11:50The Surveillance of NGOs by Hamas18:12The Complicity of NGOs in Gaza24:06The Funding and Accountability of NGOs30:03The Intersection of Anti-Israel Protests and Anti-Semitism35:51The Role of Donors in NGO Operations41:58The Future of NGOs and Humanitarian Aid in Gaza#Gaza#Hamas#NGOs#HumanitarianAid#Israel#TerrorFinancing#MiddleEast

    1h 2m

  3. FEB 4

    Andrew Fox: This War Isn’t Over - Israel WILL Fight Again

    Andrew Fox, a former British Army officer and current military analyst at the Henry Jackson Society, joins The Western Spirit to share what he personally saw on the ground in Gaza — and why he believes much of the media narrative about the war is deeply misleading.Fox has spent months researching urban warfare in Gaza and the northern front, speaking with Israeli commanders and soldiers, and analyzing battlefield data for policy and security institutions.In this conversation, he explains:• What it’s actually like inside Gaza during combat• Why the IDF was unprepared on October 7• How Hamas built a massive underground tunnel system• Why urban warfare guarantees destruction and civilian suffering• How human shields are systematically used by Hamas• Why Israel lost the information war within days• How PR pressure changed military decisions on the ground• What the media consistently gets wrong about modern warfare• How drones, robots, and AI are reshaping future conflicts• Why this war is far from overFox argues that Western audiences are being shown a simplified and emotionally driven version of events - while the real military reality is far darker, more complex, and uncomfortable for all sides.A rare, detailed look at modern urban warfare, propaganda, and the future of conflict from someone who has studied the battlefield firsthand.👉 If you value long-form conversations that challenge narratives, please like, comment, and subscribe.📌 Support the channel by buying me coffee! ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/westernspirit📌 For business inquiries, including advertising opportunities on our show, please email us at: thewesternspiritpodcast@gmail.comChapters00:00Understanding the Conflict: IDF and Hamas Dynamics02:55Tactical Lessons from Gaza: Insights and Analysis06:03The Role of PR in Warfare: Israel's Challenges08:51Military Adaptations: Learning from Mistakes12:02The Human Element: Casualties and Medical Innovations14:57The Tunnel Warfare: Strategies and Challenges18:03The Future of Warfare: Drones and Technology21:08The Psychological Impact of Warfare: Perceptions and Realities23:49The Aftermath: Current Situation in Gaza26:53Conclusions: Strategic Outcomes and Future Implications#AndrewFox#Gaza#Israel#MilitaryAnalysis#UrbanWarfare#MiddleEast#HenryJacksonSociety

    44 min

  4. FEB 2

    Babylon Bee’s Editor Reveals Why Tucker Carlson & Co. Are LOSING Influence | Joel Berry

    Joel Berry, Managing Editor of The Babylon Bee, joins The Western Spirit to break down what he sees as a major shift inside conservative media — and why figures like Tucker Carlson and the “America First” ecosystem are starting to lose cultural and political influence.Berry explains how audience incentives, online radicalization, antisemitism controversies, and internal fractures on the right are reshaping the movement — often in ways that alienate mainstream conservatives and weaken long-term credibility.In this conversation, we discuss:• Why Tucker Carlson’s influence is no longer what it once was• How the conservative media ecosystem is changing• The rise of ideological purity tests and audience capture• Israel, antisemitism, and the fracture inside MAGA• Why satire often sees political trends before pundits do• The future of conservative media and political messaging• What The Babylon Bee gets right (and wrong) about the culture warBerry offers an insider’s perspective on how political movements rise, fracture, and sometimes collapse under their own incentives.A sharp conversation about power, media, influence, and the future of the American right.👉 If you value long-form conversations that challenge narratives, please like, comment, and subscribe.📌 Support the channel by buying me coffee! ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/westernspirit📌 For business inquiries, including advertising opportunities on our show, please email us at: thewesternspiritpodcast@gmail.com#johnandersonChapters00:00Ariel's Journey and the Importance of Expression02:10Protests and Global Tensions04:36Cognitive Dissonance in Feminism and Radical Islam07:06The Complexity of U.S. Intervention in Iran10:38Shifting Political Alliances Among American Jews12:47The Rise of the 'Woke Right' and Its Implications19:18The Human Condition and Anti-Semitism21:38Faith, Culture, and the Jewish Connection24:14The Role of Influencers in Modern Conservatism32:19The Controversy of Cancel Culture36:13Gatekeeping in Conservatism39:00JD Vance: A Political Dilemma43:32The Role of Community and Faith49:49The Need for Connection in Modern Society54:00The Search for Meaning Beyond Religion57:18The Future of Europe and Faith01:01:10Political Shifts and the Jewish Community #JoelBerry#BabylonBee#TuckerCarlson#ConservativeMedia#MAGA#Politics#Israel

    1h 4m

  5. JAN 31

    Graham Linehan Just Exposed The Entire “Free Palestine” Movements Hypocrisy (On Iran!)

    British writer and creator of Father Ted and The IT Crowd, Graham Linehan, joins The Western Spirit for a raw conversation about what he describes as the rapid collapse of free speech in the UK and across the West.Linehan recounts being detained by armed police at Heathrow Airport over tweets, and told he could be arrested for comments criticizing transgender activism, including statements opposing men entering women-only spaces and condemning misogyny and homophobia.He explains that this was not an isolated incident, but part of what he calls a decade-long campaign of police harassment driven by complaints from activists, which he says even contributed to the breakdown of his marriage.On Israel and antisemitism, Linehan delivers one of the most striking segments of the interview, arguing that Ireland has become “one of the most violently antisemitic countries” in Europe since October 7, blaming cultural elites for directing anger at Jews after they were massacred. He says he feels shame over his country’s response and plans to apologize personally to Israelis when he visits.We also discuss:• How “hate speech” laws are weaponized to silence dissent• Why comedians and artists are afraid to speak honestly• The chilling effect on writers, journalists, and ordinary citizens• The merging of radical activism with state power• And why Linehan believes Western democracies are entering a dangerous new phase👉 If you value long-form conversations that challenge narratives, please like, comment, and subscribe.📌 Support the channel by buying me coffee! ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/westernspirit📌 For business inquiries, including advertising opportunities on our show, please email us at: thewesternspiritpodcast@gmail.com#johnanderson Chapters00:00Introduction and Arrest Incident01:51Hollywood Hypocrisy and Global Issues06:26The Trans Issue and Cultural Commentary14:28Personal Cost of Activism23:03The State of Free Speech in the UK32:06Anti-Semitism and Cultural Elite38:23Comedy in the Age of Political Correctness54:09Reflections on Activism and Trust#GrahamLinehan #FreeSpeech #CancelCulture #Israel #Antisemitism #FatherTed #ITCrowd #wokeculture

    1h 1m

  6. JAN 28

    MASK-OFF! Ami Kozak Reveals What REALLY Made Megyn Kelly Turn on Israel

    Ami Kozak, host of Ami’s House and one of the sharpest voices analyzing the American right, joins The Western Spirit to explain what he believes is really behind Megyn Kelly’s sudden turn against Israel — and why it signals something much bigger happening inside conservative media.In this conversation, Kozak breaks down how antisemitism is being normalized on parts of the right, how influencers chase audiences at any cost, and how figures like Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and others are reshaping the movement from the inside.Topics include:• What changed in Megyn Kelly’s coverage of Israel• The incentives driving media figures to flirt with antisemitism• The “America First” coalition and its internal fracture• Nick Fuentes, the Groypers, and online radicalization• Why Israel has become the fault line of the conservative movement• How antisemitic narratives spread through mainstream platforms• The civil war inside MAGA and conservative politics• What this means for Jews, Israel, and the future of the rightThis is a blunt, inside look at how politics, media, and ideology collide — and how quickly lines that once existed are disappearing.👉 If you value long-form conversations that challenge narratives, please like, comment, and subscribe.📌 Support the channel by buying me coffee! ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/westernspirit📌 For business inquiries, including advertising opportunities on our show, please email us at: thewesternspiritpodcast@gmail.com#johnanderson 🔗 Follow Ami KozakInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amikozak_officialX (Twitter): https://x.com/amikozakChapters00:00Introduction to Ami Kozak and Current Events03:08America's Role in Global Conflicts05:54Trump's Influence and the Conservative Movement09:07The Groyper Movement and Its Impact12:09The Shift in Conservative Ideology14:56Victim Mentality in the Conservative Movement32:39The Intersection of Anti-Semitism and Hindu Identity36:53JD Vance's Political Landscape and Endorsements39:58Navigating Anti-Semitism on the Right45:36The Influence of Qatar on Conservative Messaging51:02The Left's Deceptive Language and Political Strategy#MegynKelly#Israel#AmiKozak#Antisemitism#MAGA#ConservativeMedia#Politics

    1h 2m

  7. JAN 26

    “The Regime Has Lost Control — And It Knows It” | Younes Sadaghiani

    Younes Sadaghiani, an Iranian political analyst and dissident voice, joins The Western Spirit for a stark and sobering assessment of the state of the Islamic Republic of Iran — and why the regime may be facing its most dangerous moment yet.In this conversation, Sadaghiani explains why Iran’s leadership is losing control internally, why repression is no longer restoring stability, and why the regime’s choices abroad are narrowing its options at home.Topics discussed include:• Why Iran’s regime appears increasingly cornered• Internal unrest, protests, and the erosion of fear• The regime’s loss of legitimacy among younger Iranians• The role of the IRGC and security forces• Iran’s regional strategy and growing external pressure• Why there may be no clean exit for the current system• What comes after the point of no return• Implications for Israel, the Middle East, and the WestSadaghiani argues that Iran is approaching a historic inflection point — one that will determine whether the regime survives, fractures, or escalates further.A serious, analytical conversation about power, fear, legitimacy, and collapse.👉 If you value long-form, independent geopolitical analysis, please like, comment, and subscribe.📌 Support the channel by buying me coffee! ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/westernspirit📌 For business inquiries, including advertising opportunities on our show, please email us at: thewesternspiritpodcast@gmail.com#johnanderson 🔗 Follow Younes SadaghianiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/younessrocks/X (Twitter): https://x.com/YounesrocksYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCaYnXRDLXzMdF8gjdifd8PQ Chapters00:00Introduction and Background of Youness Sadagiani02:03Current Protests in Iran: A Turning Point05:46The Regime's Desperation: War or Survival?10:04Public Sentiment: Support and Opposition to the Regime11:50The Ideological Divide: Khamenei's Beliefs vs. Self-Interest13:59The Impact of Recent Conflicts on Iran's Position17:40Western Responses: Silence and Criticism21:53The Left's Perspective: A Double Standard?25:05The Information War and Its Implications27:36The Left's Naivety and Historical Context30:23The Shift in Political Ideologies33:46The Rise of Globalism and Its Consequences35:25Public Sentiment and the Silent Majority39:26The Role of Education in Shaping Ideologies42:36Anti-Semitism and Its Roots46:39The Future of Political Discourse#Iran#MiddleEast#Geopolitics#IslamicRepublic#IranProtests#RegimeChange#Israel

    47 min

  8. JAN 25

    When Jews Fled, India Gave Them Shelter | Revital Moses

    Revital Moses, creator of the YouTube channel Moses in Israel, shares the remarkable and little-known story of the historic friendship between Jews and India — and how, during times of persecution and exile, India gave shelter to Jewish refugees and allowed Jewish communities to live with dignity, security, and freedom.In this conversation, Revital talks about:• The long history of Jewish life in India• Why India became a place of refuge for Jews fleeing danger• Cultural ties between Indian Jews and the State of Israel• How Indian-Jewish identity was preserved across generations• The bond between India and Israel in modern times• Personal family memories and community storiesThis is a moving story about gratitude, shared values, and a unique chapter of Jewish history that deserves to be told.👉 If you enjoy thoughtful conversations and stories about Jewish life, India, and Israel — please like, comment, and subscribe.📌 Support the channel by buying me coffee! ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/westernspirit📌 For business inquiries, including advertising opportunities on our show, please email us at: thewesternspiritpodcast@gmail.com#johnanderson Chapters00:00The Jewish Community in India03:13Revital's Journey to Israel05:47Coping with Conflict and Change09:01Cultural Identity and Integration12:04The Role of Education and Opportunity15:02Anti-Semitism and Acceptance in India17:56Religious and Cultural Coexistence20:58The Impact of Colonial History24:11Modern Indian Society and Global Perception27:01The Rise of Indian Pride and Patriotism29:55Mutual Challenges and Shared Enemies33:06Future Collaborations Between India and Israel36:07The Role of Women in Society38:52Cultural Exchange and Bollywood Influence41:57The Current State of Indian-Jewish Relations44:56Conclusion and Future Aspirations#India#JewishHistory#Israel#BeneIsrael#DiasporaStories#MosesInIsrael @IndianInIsrael ​

    1h 5m
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שמי אריאל ויטמן. בחרתי ליצור סדרת פודקאסטים המציגה את אתגרי המערב במאה ה- 21 מתוך ראיית עולם ליברלית קלאסית, ולא רק. ניגע בכל הנושאים תוך מתן דגש לחיינו במדינת ישראל וננסה להביא את כל הזוויות האידיאולוגיות הקיימות בחברה הישראלית. בין היתר תוכלו לשמוע בסדרת הפודקאסטים שלי אנשי מקצוע רבים, פילוסופים, אנשי רוח ודעה מהארץ ומחו'"ל. אתם יותר ממוזמנים להצטרף אליי. My name is Ariel Whitman and I live in the heart of Israel. This podcast series will focus on the challenges the West faces, in the 21st century, from a conservative, classicaly liberal, and libertarian perspective.

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