Jonny Gould's Jewish State

Jonny Gould
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The first in this space as others followed. Chronicling Jewish life with Jonny Gould's Apple Podcast category number one hit show, projecting a positive image of Jewish values and Israel through conversations with great people. Jonny is the go-to interviewer for presidents and politicians, artists and ambassadors, sports and celebs, rabbis and rockstars - the military and even Mossad. Subscribe to The Podcast of Record now. Find more of Jonny at http://linktr.ee/Gould and http://x.com/jonnygould

  1. May 27

    203: Surviving Hostage: Almog Meir Jan, 246 days in Gaza, the courageous IDF rescue and the loss of his father as he came home

    Find the rest of Jonny's podcasts and articles via his Substack channel. Support his efforts by buying him a coffee here. Our guest today is Almog Meir Jan — one of the Israeli hostages kidnapped by Hamas during the October 7 attacks. Almog was taken from where he hid in woods near the Nova Music Festival, where hundreds of young people were either murdered or abducted. For months, his mother Orit campaigned tirelessly around the world for his release. I interviewed her on TalkTV back in November 2023, and I remember telling her then that I believed her son would come home. Today, I have the privilege of sitting opposite Almog himself — here in London — alive, free, and ready to tell his story. Tragically, just hours before Almog was rescued and reunited with his family, his father died, never getting the chance to see his son return home. We’ll talk about October 7, the terror of captivity inside Gaza, the moment of rescue, what kept hope alive, and what he wants the world to understand now about the hostages still being held. This is a remarkable conversation — and one I’ll never forget. Jonny Gould is proudly supported by Dangoor Education and UK Toremet. Find the rest of Jonny's podcasts and articles via his ⁠Substack⁠ channel. Support his efforts by ⁠buying him a coffee here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 min

  2. May 19 ·  Bonus

    BONUS EPISODE: Israel Situational Update with Lt. Col (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus

    Find all of Jonny's podcasts and articles via his Substack channel. You can support him by buying a coffee here. With thanks to the Anglo-Israel Association and ELNET UK, it was a pleasure to hear Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus. A former international spokesperson for the Israel Defense Forces, where he served for 24 years as a combat commander, military diplomat and strategic communications officer, Conricus is now a senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, specialising in Middle East security and regional affairs. As he often points out, he now speaks as an independent voice rather than on behalf of the Israeli government or military. In this concise briefing, Conricus gives a sobering yet at times cautiously hopeful assessment of the region. Gaza, despite the terrible bloodshed and the sacrifices being made by IDF forces, remains bleak and unresolved. On Lebanon, he noted signs that the weakening of Hezbollah may be allowing some Lebanese voices to express a very different attitude towards Israel. On Iran, he suggested there are still grounds for cautious optimism that internal pressure could eventually bring change. He also addressed the alarming worldwide surge in antisemitism since October 7th, which he described as having grown far beyond what many imagined possible. Jonny Gould's Jewish State is proudly supported by Dangoor Education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 min

  3. May 13

    202: Surviving Nova: Tomer Zadik on the Moment Music Stood Still

    Find all of Jonny's podcasts and articles on his Substack. Before we start today’s episode, a quick note: our guest, Tomer Zadik from Tel Aviv and an Israeli Navy veteran, was just 23 when his life changed forever. He survived the horrific attack at the Nova Music Festival on October 7, 2023 — a day meant for music and celebration that instead became a tragedy, claiming more than 270 lives and injuring thousands. Tomer’s story is one of survival, courage, and endurance in the face of unimaginable chaos. He faced moments most of us can barely imagine, and his experience at Nova has shaped him in profound ways — a story that spans trauma, resilience, and the human instinct to carry on." "For those in London, you can witness the impact of that day at the Nova Exhibition, from May 20th through July 2026. Titled ‘06:29 AM — The Moment Music Stood Still,’ the exhibition recreates the festival environment and memorializes those who were lost, offering visitors a powerful space to reflect and remember. In today’s episode, Tomer shares his personal account of survival at Nova Festival — the moments of fear, courage, and resilience that defined that day. Stay with us as we hear his story firsthand." Help Jonny make these episodes by buying him a coffee. Jonny Gould's Jewish State is proudly supported by Dangoor Education and UK Toremet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    19 min

  4. May 7

    201: World Judo Gold, Sagi Muki: Championing Israel after October 7th and friendship without borders with Iranian Saeid Mollaei

    Find all of Jonny's writing, podcasts and videos on his Substack. I had the incredible honor of sitting down with Sagi Muki—Olympic medalist, 2019 World Champion Judoka, two-time European Champion, and part of Israel’s bronze-winning team at the Tokyo Olympics. But this conversation went beyond medals. How he overcame a career-threatening back injury just before the Rio Olympics… how he stayed motivated at the very top of the sport… what it’s like to represent Israel on the global stage after October 7, and the untold story behind his extraordinary friendship with Iranian competitor Saeid Mollaei. This is Sagi Muki, in-depth, with thanks and gratitude to JNF UK, who made it all possible. Would you like to help Jonny makes his podcasts? Buy him a coffee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    56 min

  5. Apr 29

    200: Young Podcaster of the Year treads the boards: Jason Isaacs and Nathan Trochet

    Find all of Jonny's writing and podcasts on his Substack. It’s year four of our Schools Podcaster of the Year Award, presented by Dangoor Education — a project close to my heart because it’s about encouraging the next generation to think seriously about journalism, storytelling, and the power of asking the right questions. Today’s young people are growing up in a world saturated by TikTokers, YouTubers, influencers and instant opinion. News and current affairs reach them faster than ever, often through the pressure and noise of social media. Real journalism still matters. The heavy lifting of inquiry, accuracy, courage and curiosity remains fundamental to our democracy and freedoms. And this award is our way of encouraging high-minded journalistic ambition in the next generation. All three of our winners today come from North West London Jewish Day School. First, Maya Ryz and Leonore Gould quiz Harry Potter star Jason Isaacs. Jason's built an accomplished screen career, from Lucius Malfoy in Harry Potter to acclaimed roles in The Patriot, Star Trek: Discovery and The OA, combining intensity, wit and remarkable range. Then Sarah Amsellem gets to grips with her cousin, Nathan Trochet. Jonny Gould's Jewish State proudly supports our North West London Jewish Day School Podcaster of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min

  6. Mar 25

    199: Eduard Shyfrin: The journey from Soviet steelworks to faith, purpose and Jewish identity

    Help Jonny continues to make his podcasts by ⁠supporting him here⁠. Born to a family who lived in a one-bedroom basement apartment in Soviet Ukraine, denied opportunity because he was Jewish, and starting out at the bottom of a steel mill, Eduard Shyfrin went on to build a vast business empire — but that’s only part of his story. In this episode, he takes us from Soviet hardship and discrimination to music, memory, reinvention and Jewish identity, revealing how a boy shaped by love, discipline and adversity became a profound Jewish thinker and entrepreneur. He's also a musician and a determined smoker! Don't miss this out-of-the-box conversation on kabbalah, data and philosophy with Eduard Shifryn. Help Jonny continues to make his podcasts by supporting him here. Jonny Gould's Jewish State is supported by Dangoor Education and UK Toremet, promoting philanthropy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    52 min

  7. Mar 8

    BONUS EPISODE: Operation Epic Fury. US and Israel launch aerial attacks across Iran and assassinate the Ayatollah.

    Find all of Jonny's podcasts and writings on his Substack pages. The October 7th War aka the 47 year long Iran Israel War is reaching a head. The head of the snake is being cut off. This is a collage of soundbites, news conferences and parliamentary statements which tell the story of how this decisive leg of the war started in the early hours of Saturday morning, the 28th February 2026. It also underscores the ideological schism that exists between Britain and Europe and on the other hand the United States. In this episode, we'll hear from Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, British opposition leader of the Conservatives Kemi Badenoch and Reform UK party leader, Nigel Farage. Think about supporting Jonny's work and find all his episodes and appearances on TV at buymeacoffee. Jonny Gould's Jewish State is supported by Dangoor Education and UK Toremet, supporting philanthropy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    24 min
  8. 198: Rawan Osman: The journey of an Arab Zionist, “I lost my family to find my truth” .

    Feb 25

    198: Rawan Osman: The journey of an Arab Zionist, “I lost my family to find my truth” .

    Find all of Jonny's podcasts and writings on my Substack and help me by buying a coffee. In this conversation, we meet Rawan Osman - a woman of Syrian and Lebanese heritage who grew up in a world where the "Jew" was the ultimate, untouchable enemy. Rawan’s worldview shattered during an everyday trip to a grocery store in Strasbourg. What started as a visceral panic attack at the sight of Hebrew turned into a life-altering epiphany. "That gentleman converted me from an enemy to an ally simply by deciding to be kind," she says. It wasn’t just a change of heart; it was a total identity reset. From the discovery of her Mizrahi Jewish blood to the "chutzpah" of a tradition that encourages you to argue with God, Rawan deconstructs the patterns of prejudice with unflinching clarity. But what is the personal cost of choosing conviction over comfort? How do you rebuild an identity when your family and friends remove themselves from your world? Rawan offers a roadmap for finding truth in a region defined by shadows. This isn’t just a conversion story, it’s a wake up call for the future of the Middle East. Join us for the story of Rawan Osman! Find all of Jonny's podcasts and writings on my⁠ Substack⁠ and help me by ⁠buying a coffee⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The first in this space as others followed. Chronicling Jewish life with Jonny Gould's Apple Podcast category number one hit show, projecting a positive image of Jewish values and Israel through conversations with great people. Jonny is the go-to interviewer for presidents and politicians, artists and ambassadors, sports and celebs, rabbis and rockstars - the military and even Mossad. Subscribe to The Podcast of Record now. Find more of Jonny at http://linktr.ee/Gould and http://x.com/jonnygould

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  • Creator
    Jonny Gould
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    232
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved 2018 to 2025, Jonny Gould, Public Service Podcasting
  • Show Website
    Jonny Gould's Jewish State

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