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Israel News Talk Radio

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Israel News Talk Radio is Israel’s premier online radio station for News & Talk programming in English.

We provide a reliable, inside voice on what is happening on the ground in Israel and are committed to candid and straightforward reporting of Israeli news, events and current affairs.

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Counting Down to Shavuot - Accepting God's Rule Above All - From Jerusalem With Love

June 05, 2019 15:29 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Orly talks about the state of affairs in the Middle East, and the balance of power between America, Russia china and Iran From Jerusalem With Love 05JUNE2019 - PODCAST

Israeli Do Over Election Stymied by Cheredi Issue - Beyond the Matrix

June 05, 2019 15:27 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon of Israel News Talk Radio – Beyond the Matrix bring back Jerusalem Post political analyst Gil Hoffman to discuss the failure of Israeli PM Netanyahu to form a ruling coalition following the April 9th snap election. Hoffman considers this a first for Israel’s complex electoral system as this has not happened before. The upcoming second election scheduled for September 17th may still hang on cheredi issues – the exemption from the national service draft ...

Shavuot: For Heavens Sake, What on Earth Are You Doing? - The Science of Kabbalah

June 04, 2019 14:36 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Rabbi Yitzchak and William finish their discussion about Counting of the Omer. After, they discuss Shavuot and the custom of learning all night as a rectification for the Jewish people supposedly sleeping in on the morning they were supposed to receive the Torah. The Science of Kabbalah 04JUNE2019 - PODCAST

Let's be Heard with Alex Pioneer - The Tamar Yonah Show

June 04, 2019 14:34 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

Dedicated to the free exchange of ideas and opinions The Tamar Yonah Show 04JUNE2019 - PODCAST

The cost of the politicians' ego is 475 Million NIS. - The Walter Bingham File

June 04, 2019 14:34 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MB

Hear: How the invincible Bibi lost his magic touch. Also: The draft-dodging game of the phony Yeshiva students and Ben Gurion's regret. Plus: Walter's World with a touch of class. A review of two books. 'A Newlywed's Guide to physical intimacy' for orthodox couples and 'Baseless Hatred' a lesson for life. And: More The Walter Bingham File 04JUNE2019 - PODCAST

Upping the Tension as We Ascend the Temple Mount and Go To New Elections - The Tamar Yonah Show

June 03, 2019 15:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

Tension mounts in Israel, and Guest-Host, Alex Pioneer who fills in for Tamar Yonah, explains what it is like living in Israel during these unfolding times. The Tamar Yonah Show 03JUNE2019 - PODCAST

Shavuot: Winning The Game Of Life - Soul Talk

June 03, 2019 14:59 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Shavuot is the holiday where we celebrate the giving of the Torah. As much as the Torah are instructions for living life, why do we have a holiday celebrating the giving of a bunch of rules? Listen to Soul Talk and learn about the significance of the holiday of Shavuot and how...yes...it's the rules that give life meaning and joy! We welcome your questions and answers. Write to us at [email protected] Soul Talk 03JUNE2019 - PODCAST

Violence on the Temple Mount - Phantom Nation

June 03, 2019 14:56 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Islam, not "Palestine" is the Fuel Phantom Nation 03JUNE2019 - PODCAST

Talking to G-d in the Bathroom - Leap of Faith

June 02, 2019 14:42 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

It seems that holiness and a connection with G-d can be acquired from others. It’s like a virus – it’s contagious, only in a really good way. On today’s Leap of Faith, Penina talks with Elisheva Goldschmidt about how she was exposed to people who talked about G-d as if He were real in their lives and it made her want what they had. Eventually, she found it, but the route wasn’t as straightforward as she might have hoped. Another inspiring episode of Leap of Faith you don’t want to miss! L...

On Fire in the City of Fire! Jerusalem Day with You! - The Tamar Yonah Show

June 02, 2019 14:40 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Avraham & Bat-Sheva Venismach filling in for Tamar Yonah. Broadcasting directly from the heart of Jerusalem on Jerusalem Day... Come join the celebration and get into some real UN-politically correct conversion. The Tamar Yonah Show 02JUNE2019 - PODCAST

The Unnecessary Election - The Jay Shapiro Show

May 30, 2019 14:34 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Israel is going to the polls for the second time this year in a totally unnecessary election The Jay Shapiro Show 30MAY2019 - PODCAST

Back to the Polls! - Pull Up a Chair

May 30, 2019 14:31 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Elections AGAIN? Unprecedented and expensive, Liberman and Netanyahu have taken off the gloves and the Israel public will - surprise! -be the pummeled and bloodied victim. Plus, cushy Israeli prisons reward Arab violence and what does the Torah say about Jewish population growth? Pull Up a Chair 30MAY2019 - PODCAST

Dog Weed and Falafel Waffles - Israel on My Mind

May 30, 2019 14:30 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

In this week's episode, Jono and Ross cover some bizarre stories. There is the tale of a mischievous monkey and doggie treats that give your pet the munchies and while easing arthritic pain. Jono describes the trendy falafel waffle, home juicing, and hummus flavored ice cream. They touch on the recent political news out of Israel and much more. Don't miss Dog Weed and Falafel Waffles, this week on Israel on My Mind! Israel on My Mind 30MAY2019 - PODCAST

Counting Down to Redemption - From Jerusalem With Love

May 29, 2019 16:28 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Orly talks about politics and usual. She also interviews Ofir Itizk from click about analyzing intelligence. From Jerusalem With Love 29MAY2019 - PODCAST

A European Holocaust is Imminant - Jews Must Get Out! - Political Hitman

May 29, 2019 16:25 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Howie talks about the impending Holocaust in Europe and asks the question about why Jews are staying in Europe. Political Hitman 29MAY2019 - PODCAST

Will the US honor commitments to Protect Syria’s Kurds? - Beyond the Matrix

May 29, 2019 16:15 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Diliman Abdulkader, director of the Kurdistan Project of the Washington, DC – based Endowment for Middle East Truth to review the current status of the Syrian Kurdish Democratic Force and Council given developments in the northeastern region and hearings in Washington, DC. At issue is will the US honor its commitments to protect this ally in the wake of the hard-fought campaign against self- proclaimed ISIS caliphate in Syria and threats fro...

P.A. Arab Speaks LIVE, Answers Your Questions - The Tamar Yonah Show

May 28, 2019 14:35 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Mohammad grew up in the Palestinian Authority, in a village south of Jerusalem. He describes himself as a peace activist. He has a degree in journalism, and is very nice and polite to speak with. He even meets with Israelis in a common love for The Land. Yet his politics and beliefs are quite controversial when it comes to a Palestinian State, the Hamas, and what might be the best future for the Arabs here in Israel. Tamar Yonah and Mohammad disagree on quite a few issues, but still, at l...

The Fires of Honor and Glory - The Science of Kabbalah

May 28, 2019 14:33 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

What is the reason for your Torah study? Rav Yitzchak and William discuss those who study and teach Torah for self aggrandizement, rather than for the sake of purifying and cleansing themselves of negative character traits. This is something that we all need to reflect on during the Counting of the Omer. The Science of Kabbalah 28MAY2019 - PODCAST

Oh No! Not New Elections! - The Tamar Yonah Show

May 27, 2019 14:13 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

As of Monday morning, PM Netanyahu has not been able to form a new coalition. There was a first vote scheduled to dismiss the Knesset. But will Bibi pull a rabbit out of his hat and surprise us all with a newly formed government before Wednesday? New elections will cost us billions of shekels, and slow the economy, with another day-off of work. Do we need to change the system? Also, building a new synagogue on the Mount of Olives. What does that entail? -with guests Mike Cohen from MCohen....

Lieberman's Crusade - Phantom Nation

May 27, 2019 14:07 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

His obsessive war and Israel's defective democracy Phantom Nation 27MAY2019 - PODCAST

BURNED OUT AND HOMELSS: Interview with a Victim of the Fires That Hit Israel - The Tamar Yonah Show

May 26, 2019 15:22 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

Imagine this.... Everything is fine! A lovely holiday is coming up where one sits at night with their family and friends around a campfire, and then..... a day later, ....you have no home. Your community is burned up, everyone there running for their lives, ...with nowhere to go. The fire was too big and came too fast. Can we even imagine how we would cope if this happened to us? Listen to this riviting play-by-play interview as Tamar Yonah speaks with Elisheva and Yisrael Solomon from Me...

A Baal Teshuvah Again - Leap of Faith

May 26, 2019 15:22 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Join Penina on Leap of Faith as she interviews her oldest son, Daniel about what it was like going through the teshuvah and conversion processes with his parents, and he shares his own teshuvah story as a “Baal Teshuva on my own terms.” Another inspirational episode you won’t want to miss! Leap of Faith 26MAY2019 - PODCAST

You Have a Choice Between Right and Wrong - Pull Up a Chair

May 23, 2019 14:19 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Do people have the right to 'pull the plug' on life? Andrea Simantov goes into an emotional rant on our values and our playing G-d. Pull Up a Chair 23MAY2019 - PODCAST

Philistine Beer and Steam Punk Music - Israel on My Mind

May 23, 2019 14:13 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

In this week's show, Ross and Jono share some of their views on the recent Eurovision contest. They also report on a new tactic of El Al Airlines for fighting techno-metal steampunk BDS activists. There is a new "old beer" made from six strains of ancient yeast. A major expansion has been approved for Ben Gurion, Harry Potter's grave has become a tourist attraction in Israel, and worms can suffer from PTSD. These stories and more on Philistine Beer and Steam Punk music! Israel on My Mind 23M...

The US Congress Problem - The Jay Shapiro Show

May 23, 2019 14:11 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

There are new members of the US Congress who are outspoken antisemites but are tolerated by their colleagues and their party leadership The Jay Shapiro Show 23MAY2019 - PODCAST

Iran Threat, Unraveling NATO - Beyond the Matrix

May 22, 2019 15:32 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dr. Stephen Bryen, former Reagan era Pentagon official, military technology expert and Asia Times columnist to address Iran’s capabilities in the current standoff with the Trump Administration in the Persian Gulf and Middle East. Iran has leveraged proxies in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen and Gaza by transferring missile and drone technology to engage in asymmetrical warfare against US assets and allies as pushback for imposition of severe e...

Is China a Threat? - From Jerusalem With Love

May 22, 2019 15:29 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Orly talk about China, barn fires & the Israeli Parliament. From Jerusalem With Love 22MAY2019 - PODCAST

It's Been A Crazy Week - Will We Get A Government Or Another Election? - The Walter Bingham File

May 21, 2019 13:51 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

Hear: What Yom Ha'atzmaut means to the people in the street. And: Who will give in, Bibi or the parties in his block? Celebrating: One Year American and Guatemalan Embassies in Jerusalem . Plus: Israel's best friends the International Christian Embassy of Jerusalem celebrates an early Jerusalem Day. Also: All about Iberoamericano. The South American Music Festival And: A word about the anti Israel rhetoric in the US Congress. Listen to: My view of the Eurovision Song Contest. Son...

What's with Bibi' New Government Already?? - The Tamar Yonah Show

May 21, 2019 13:46 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

It's wayyyyy after the national elections and PM Netanyahu has still not been able to form a new government. So what's up???? Also, a unique segment of the population in Israel, the Arabic-speaking Druze, serve as loyal citizens in the IDF, and live in peace with Israel. Why can they live in peace, but other Arabs don't? -with guest: Dr. Mike Cohen, External Affairs chief for the Druze Veterans Association. Check out his website at: www.MCohen.US The Tamar Yonah Show 21MAY2019 - PODCAST

Fire on the Mountain, and Fire All Around - The Science of Kabbalah

May 21, 2019 13:39 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Rav Yitzchak is once again joined by his wife Leah. This week they continue their discussion of the counting of the Omer, but also discuss the holiday of Lag B'Omer. This is a holiday that not only commemorates the death of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, the author of the Zohar, but is celebrated through the lighting of bonfires and great rejoicing. The Science of Kabbalah 21MAY2019 - PODCAST

Germany's Two Faces - Phantom Nation

May 21, 2019 05:58 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Deutschland comes through for Israel Phantom Nation 21MAY2019 - PODCAST

Eurovision: From 'Hallelujah' to Sexual Perversion - The Tamar Yonah Show

May 21, 2019 05:56 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Is it shocking that a once wholesome song contest has turned into a lewd and perverted show? Tamar Yonah lays it down and shouts that the King Has No Clothes! The Tamar Yonah Show 21MAY2019 - PODCAST

Too Busy in Life? Why are You Doing It? - Soul Talk

May 19, 2019 17:22 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

We work hard in life, and seem like we are on an endless treadmill. Life is too important and fragile to take it in stride. Therefore the main questions we need to ask ourselves are, "Why are we here & what is the purpose of Life?" Once you know this, everything else should fall into place and bring you to the right path in life. -with hosts: Rabbi David Aaron & Leora Mandel We welcome your questions and comments. Write to us at [email protected] Soul Talk 19MAY2019 - POD...

Teach Them to your Children - Leap of Faith

May 19, 2019 16:57 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

Judaism teaches that values and belief are transferred to our children through a sacred trust. And therefore we are commanded to pass on our faith to our children. We read about this in the Passover Haggadah, and we repeat it three times a day when we recite the Shema. On today’s episode of Leap of Faith, Penina speaks with Ruti Eastman - editor, blogger and author of two books, who will be sharing her inspirational journey to Torah and how the Jewish commandment to teach our children wa...

Eurovision & World War III: Both of Them Bomb - The Tamar Yonah Show

May 19, 2019 16:27 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

Is it shocking that a once wholesome song contest has turned into a lewd and perverted show? Also, will the tensions with Iran and the USA turn into a full blown WWIII? Both of these events 'bomb' and need to be avoided or fixed. -with guest: Dr. Mordechai Ben-Menachem, author of the book: Muslim Winter https://www.amazon.com/Muslim-Winter-History-Now-Book-ebook/dp/B005ER9J88 Plus a Swedish Eurovision tourist in Tel Aviv calls into the show and talks about his experiences here in Israel. ...

A Historic Day - The Jay Shapiro Show

May 16, 2019 19:46 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MB

American diplomatic representation in now completely in Israel's capital The Jay Shapiro Show 16MAY2019 - PODCAST

Eurovision & Me - Pull Up a Chair

May 16, 2019 19:46 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MB

Will BDS-babes block her entrance to the semi-finals of Eurovision? Let them try! Andrea takes on the Harvard Lampoon, silly Hanan Ashrawi and discusses the magical combination of power and humility as illustrated in this weeks Torah portion. Pull Up a Chair 16MAY2019 - PODCAST

A Special Visit with Keanu Reeves - From Jerusalem With Love

May 15, 2019 19:56 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

Coming back together with the Eurovision Song Contest as the symbol of togetherness. Plus, a phone call from actor, Keanu Reeves into the show. Orly says that we need to join forces for the good! From Jerusalem With Love 15MAY2019 - PODCAST

Iran Intel Defector Game Changer for Trump Middle East Strategy - Beyond the Matrix

May 15, 2019 19:27 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Kenneth R. Timmerman, veteran Iran watcher, New York Times bestselling author and investigative journalist, to discuss the dramatic developments in the Middle East. Timmerman noted how pivotal the intelligence was that a high-ranking Iran Revolutionary Guards intelligence officer brought with him. Apparently, the defector brought a veritable trove of information on Iran’s nuclear program, support for proxies in Lebanon, Iraq and Yemen threa...

You'l Never Believe What Howie's 9 Year Old Nephew Told Him - Political Hitman

May 15, 2019 19:09 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

Howie discusses an eye opening comment made by his 9 year old nephew regarding what he learned in his Jewish day school about why Arabs hate Jews. A NOT TO MISS show! Political Hitman 15MAY2019 - PODCAST

Eurovision in Israel: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly - The Tamar Yonah Show

May 15, 2019 09:27 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

Two hundred million people are expected to view the Eurovison Song Contest, this year held in Israel. Though hosting the contest is great for tourism and general Israeli public relations, it's not all 'la-di-da' with the BDS protests and missile threats from Gaza. Tamar Yonah Speaks with Barry Shaw (from www.strategic-israel.org ) about the positive elements of hosting the contest, as well as the ugly antisemitism that is sadly emanating from some European countries. The Tamar Yonah Show 14...

Our Personal Journey Through Counting of the Omer - The Science of Kabbalah

May 15, 2019 09:26 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MB

This week Rav Yitzchak is joined by his amazing wife Leah. They discuss their own experiences of leaving Mitzraim (Egypt) and the significance of the Counting of the Omer described in Leviticus chapter 23. The Science of Kabbalah 14MAY2019 - PODCAST

Islam's Existential Hatred of Israel - Phantom Nation

May 13, 2019 20:23 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

The enemy's essential, religious hostility not at all nationalist. Phantom Nation 13MAY2019 - PODCAST

Prison Life: Israeli Prisons vs. Egyptian Prisons - The Tamar Yonah Show

May 13, 2019 19:49 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

*WARNING: This show contains graphic descriptions of reported atrocities in an Egyptian Prison and is not suitable for children or people with sensitive dispositions. Tamar Yonah discusses what life is like in an Israeli prison as opposed to serving time in an Israeli prison. She speaks with a former Israeli prison inmate, and then reads from an article from an Egyptian blogger, 'Raping the Jews in an Egyptian Prison'. https://www.husseinmansour.com/2019/04/raping-jews-in-egyptian-prisons....

A Prodigal Son - Leap of Faith

May 12, 2019 18:37 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MB

Are non-Jews who are embracing Torah like the prodigal son returning home? And if so, are the Jewish people like the older brother? On Today’s Leap of Faith, Penina speaks with Jim Barfield, Director of the Copper Scroll Project, who says they are. He shares his fascinating journey to Torah as a Ger Toshav and how he got involved with the dead sea scrolls and specifically the Copper Scroll Project, on another inspiring episode of Leap of Faith you won’t want to miss. Leap of Faith 12MAY20...

Stinky Beetles and Shape Shifting Lizards - Israel on My Mind

May 09, 2019 21:57 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MB

In this week's show, Ross and Jono discuss various friends and foes of the Jewish State. They weigh in on politics around the globe in this episode. They share stats about Evangelical support of Israel, a new town in the Golan named for President Trump, and the much anticipated Peace Plan. A highlight of the show is their discussion about shape-shifting reptilians and how to detect them. Don't miss Stinky beetles and Shape Shifting Lizards. Israel on My Mind 09MAY2019 - PODCAST

Cottage Cheese & Privilege - Pull Up a Chair

May 09, 2019 21:56 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MB

The modern state of Israel is 71 years old; a land of magic, miracles, promise and endless opportunity. Andrea sings the praises of the only Jewish country in the world and invites the rest of the world to grab a 'seat at the table.' Pull Up a Chair 09MAY2019 - PODCAST

Who is a Jew? - The Jay Shapiro Show

May 09, 2019 21:55 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

The definition of who is a Jew is disputed in the Jewish State The Jay Shapiro Show 09MAY2019 - PODCAST

Hamas Has Done It Again - But Netanyahu Acts In His Own Interest - The Walter Bingham File

May 08, 2019 21:39 - 55 minutes - 76 MB

Hear: This comprehensive report of the latest Fighting around Gaza. And: Some observations following Israel's election. Also: The US Democrats' continuing efforts to bring down President Trump. Plus: A few short comments on Anti-Semitism The Walter Bingham File 08MAY2019 - PODCAST

Is Israel really independant on Israel Independance Day? - Political Hitman

May 08, 2019 21:38 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

Howie remembers the soldiers and the citizens on Israel Remembrance Day and then asks the question if Israel is really Independent on Israeli Independence Day. He is joined by Tamar Yonah for the last segment. Political Hitman 09MAY2019 - PODCAST

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