Israel Policy Pod
321 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★ - 146 ratingsA weekly podcast that goes beyond the headlines to bring you analysis from Israel Policy Forum experts and distinguished guests including policymakers, activists, and academics.
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Terrestrial Jerusalem Ep. 4: Coming Attractions, Jerusalem Edition
July 15, 2021 18:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBHost Evan Gottesman joins Terrestrial Jerusalem's Danny Seidemann to discuss issues that could impact Jerusalem in the coming weeks and months, from potential court decisions on evictions in Sheikh Jarrah and Silwan to a public hearing on settlement building in the contentious E1 area east of the city. Support the show
Palestinians Versus Authority
June 30, 2021 21:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBPalestinians are protesting across the West Bank. In major cities like Ramallah and Hebron, people have been turning out to demonstrate against the Palestinian Authority after anti-corruption activist Nizar Banat died in PA custody; Banat was reportedly brutally beaten by security forces during his arrest last week. Host Evan Gottesman speaks with Ibrahim Eid Dalalsha, director of the Horizon Center, a Ramallah-based think tank, about the situation. Support the show
A Bennett-Lapid Foreign Policy
June 29, 2021 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBJerusalem Post Diplomatic Correspondent Lahav Harkov joins Israel Policy Forum's latest briefing from the UAE to provide a breakdown on Yair Lapid's inaugural overseas trip as foreign minister and how the new Bennett-Lapid government's foreign policy compares with the approach taken by former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Support the show
New Government, New Prime Minister
June 15, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBIsrael Policy Forum Policy Advisor Shira Efron and Alon Pinkas, a senior writer for Haaretz and former consul general of Israel in New York, discuss the implications of the new Bennett-Lapid government in Israel, U.S.-Israel relations, events in Jerusalem, and how Opposition Leader Benjamin Netanyahu figures into things. Support the show
Terrestrial Jerusalem Ep. 3: One Month in Jerusalem
June 08, 2021 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIn the latest installment of the Israel Policy Pod-Terrestrial Jerusalem partnership series, host Evan Gottesman and TJ's Daniel Seidemann look at the major developments shaping events in Jerusalem over the past month, including pending eviction cases against Palestinian residents of Sheikh Jarrah and Silwan, a visit from U.S. Secretary of State Tony Blinken, plus, how Israel's prospective new government could affect the all-important city. Support the show
One Month in Jerusalem
June 08, 2021 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIn the latest installment of the Israel Policy Pod-Terrestrial Jerusalem partnership series, host Evan Gottesman and TJ's Daniel Seidemann look at the major developments shaping events in Jerusalem over the past month, including pending eviction cases against Palestinian residents of Sheikh Jarrah and Silwan, a visit from U.S. Secretary of State Tony Blinken, plus, how Israel's prospective new government could affect the all-important city. Support the show (http://support.israelpolicyforum...
Winds of Change
June 03, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBTal Schneider (Times of Israel) and Barak Ravid (Axios/Walla! News) discuss the latest political developments in Israel, including what's next for Benjamin Netanyahu and a prospective coalition poised to unseat him. Support the show
Bye-Bye Bibi?
June 03, 2021 01:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBHosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz discuss Benjamin Netanyahu's impending exit after twelve consecutive years as Israel's prime minister, a potential new unity government helmed by Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid, how Israel got here, and what it all means. Support the show
A New Government?
June 01, 2021 20:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBIsrael Policy Forum Executive Director David A. Halperin speaks with Haaretz's Amir Tibon about emerging prospects for the "change coalition" in Israel. Support the show
Israel's (Other) Other 2021 Elections
May 28, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBHosts Shanie Reichman and Alex Lederman delve into the details of Israel's upcoming presidential elections and what they mean for the current moment in Israeli politics on Alex's podcast debut! Support the show
Israel and Gaza: Looking Ahead
May 25, 2021 19:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBIlan Goldenberg (CNAS, Israel Policy Forum) joins the latest Israel Policy Briefing to examine policy options for the United States in the wake of the May 2021 Gaza conflict. Support the show
U.S. Strategies to Keep the Calm
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBAmidst violence in Israel and the Palestinian territories, host Shanie Reichman is joined by Ilan Goldenberg to discuss a U.S. approach to the conflict and how it can prevent future escalations. Read the report here: A New U.S Strategy for the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Support the show
US Strategies to Keep the Calm
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBAmidst violence in Israel and the Palestinian territories, host Shanie Reichman is joined by Ilan Goldenberg to discuss a US approach to the conflict and how it can prevent future escalations. Read the report here: A New U.S Strategy for the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Support the show (http://support.israelpolicyforum.org/donate)
Israel and Gaza in Crisis
May 19, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBA special briefing featuring Israel Policy Forum Policy Director Michael Koplow, Policy Advisor Shira Efron, and Israel Fellow Nimrod Novik addressing the ongoing Israel-Gaza crisis. Support the show
Gaza, Jerusalem, Israeli Politics
May 11, 2021 21:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBNeri Zilber and Michael Koplow discuss the crises surrounding Jerusalem and Gaza and the ongoing political deadlock in Israel. Click here for more resources on the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian crisis. Support the show
Terrestrial Jerusalem Ep. 2: Refugees and Rockets
May 11, 2021 20:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBIn the latest installment of the Israel Policy Pod-Terrestrial Jerusalem partnership series, Evan Gottesman and Daniel Seidemann discuss the origins of the dispute in Sheikh Jarrah and how the pending evictions of Palestinian residents of the East Jerusalem neighborhood brought Israel, Hamas, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad into a military conflict over Gaza. Click here for more resources on the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian crisis. Support the show
Refugees and Rockets
May 11, 2021 20:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBIn the latest installment of the Israel Policy Pod-Terrestrial Jerusalem partnership series, Evan Gottesman and Daniel Seidemann discuss the origins of the dispute in Sheikh Jarrah and how the pending evictions of Palestinian residents of the East Jerusalem neighborhood brought Israel, Hamas, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad into a military conflict over Gaza. Click here for more resources on the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian crisis. Support the show (http://support.israelpolicyforum.org/donate)
Expanding Israel's Regional Integration
May 07, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 52 MBHussein Ibish (Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington) and Shira Efron (Israel Policy Forum) discuss Israel's deepening integration with the wider Middle East region, one of the pillars of Israel Policy Forum's Realistic Reset policy framework. Support the show
Why Jerusalem? Why Now?
April 29, 2021 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIsrael Policy Pod host Evan Gottesman is joined by Daniel Seidemann for the first in a monthly joint Israel Policy Forum-Terrestrial Jerusalem podcast series focusing on all-things Jerusalem. In this installment, we examine the core issues shaping the conflict over Jerusalem and how some of these problems came to the fore last week in riots there last week. Support the show (http://support.israelpolicyforum.org/donate)
Terrestrial Jerusalem Ep. 1: Why Jerusalem? Why Now?
April 29, 2021 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIsrael Policy Pod host Evan Gottesman is joined by Daniel Seidemann for the first in a monthly joint Israel Policy Forum-Terrestrial Jerusalem podcast series focusing on all-things Jerusalem. In this installment, we examine the core issues shaping the conflict over Jerusalem and how some of these problems came to the fore last week in riots there last week. Support the show
What Happened in Jerusalem?
April 27, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBLior Schillat, Director General of the Jerusalem Institute for Policy Research, joins Israel Policy Forum' latest briefing to discuss the far-right riot in Jerusalem and the events preceding it. Support the show
No One Puts Bibi in a Corner
April 22, 2021 16:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBAfter losing a key Knesset Arrangement Committee vote on Monday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is looking for a way to salvage his premiership and put together a coalition. This time, he is advocating for yet another election, but in a different format: a direct vote for prime minister. All this while his on-again-off-again partner, Naftali Bennett of Yamina, has opened the door of the possibility of forming a “unity government” with the Israeli center-left. Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz ...
Between Israel and Iran
April 20, 2021 19:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBWilson Center Scholar Dalia Dassa Kaye discusses the current status of the Israel-Iran conflict and how that dynamic is impacting the policies of the Biden administration and the Gulf Arab states. Support the show
Israel, Iran, and the Fallout from Natanz
April 16, 2021 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIsrael Policy Forum Policy Advisor Shira Efron speaks with hosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz about the aftermath of a recent Israeli attack on the Natanz nuclear site in Iran and what it says about Israel's posture vis-a-vis Tehran. Click here to register for Israel Policy Forum's upcoming video briefing on the Israel-Iran conflict (Tuesday, April 20). Support the show
West Bank, Gaza, Aid, Elections
April 13, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBWashington Institute Adjunct Fellow Neri Zilber provides an overview of the state of affairs with the Palestinians, including the resumption of U.S. aid to the West Bank and Gaza, as well as the question of elections. Support the show
Arab-Jewish Political Integration
April 06, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBSome of the biggest stories out of the March 2021 Knesset election have included the breakup of the Joint List, low voter turnout among Arab citizens of Israel, and the emergence of the United Arab List as a potential kingmaker in Israeli politics. In this program, activist Maisam Jaljuli, co-chair of the board of directors of Sikkuy and a member of the secretariat of Standing Together, examines the future of Arab participation in Israeli politics. Support the show
The Consequences of Closing a Consulate
April 05, 2021 18:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBHost Evan Gottesman speaks with former American diplomat Ari Gore, who served in the U.S. Consulate General in Jerusalem, about the Trump administration's closure of the mission, ramifications for the U.S.-Palestinian relationship, and the potential for President Joe Biden to adopt a different course with the Palestinians. Explore Israel Policy Forum's Realistic Reset initiative Read The Times of Israel's recent feature on the Consulate Support the show
Trouble in Jordan
April 04, 2021 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBHost Evan Gottesman speaks with Israel Policy Forum's Nimrod Novik about the crisis in Jordan, including allegations of a coup attempt, the strained relationship between King Abdullah and Prince Hamzah, and the backdrop of deteriorating Israel-Jordan relations. Support the show
The Story of IPF Atid
April 02, 2021 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBIn a special episode of Israel Policy Pod, Shanie is joined by IPF Atid's National Director Adam Basciano, National Chair Jonathan Kamel, and Los Angeles Chair Alex Stabler for a discussion on how the IPF Atid program came to be, what is missing in conversations about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and what you can look forward to seeing from our community in the coming months. Learn more about IPF Atid here. Join the IPF Atid Facebook Group here. Support the show
Israeli Election Results: What We Know So Far
March 24, 2021 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBA day after Israel's fourth election since April 2019, hosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz parse the early returns of the vote, examine what we know so far, and discuss what could change in the future. Support the show
Erev Elections
March 22, 2021 23:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBOn the eve of the fourth Israeli election since April 2019, hosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz discuss the issues shaping the campaign. Click here to register for Israel Policy Forum's live Knesset elections watch event. Support the show
Fourth Time's the Charm
March 16, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBWith the March 23 Knesset election fast approaching, Times of Israel Political Correspondent Tal Schneider takes a look at where the different parties stand and whether this fourth election in the span of two years can deliver a more conclusive result for Israelis. Support the show
Fourth Time's the Charm
March 16, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBWith the March 23 Knesset election fast approaching, Times of Israel Political Correspondent Tal Schneider takes a look at where the different parties stand and whether this fourth election in the span of two years can deliver a more conclusive result for Israelis. Support the show
'Til Kingdom Come
March 10, 2021 21:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBHost Evan Gottesman speaks with director Maya Zinshtein and producer Abie Troen about their new documentary film, 'Til Kingdom Come, which covers Evangelical Christian support for Israel in the United States. Click here to watch 'Til Kingdom Come. Support the show
An Ambassador's Perspective
March 09, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBAmbassador Daniel Shapiro shares his insights on the current issues shaping the Biden administration's reorientation of U.S. policy on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Support the show
Palestinians at the Polls
March 02, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MBWashington Institute Senior Fellow Ghaith al Omari examines the Palestinian political landscape in the lead up to elections planned for later this year, as well as the Palestinians' relationship with the Biden administration. Support the show
Unpacking the Psychological Roots of Conflicts
March 01, 2021 23:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBHost Shanie Reichman is joined by Dr. Eran Halperin to discuss his work on the psychological and emotional barriers to resolving conflicts and how his experiments try to help Israeli and Palestinian societies overcome them. Support the show (http://support.israelpolicyforum.org/donate) Learn more about Eran Halperin's work (https://www.eranhalperin.com) Support the show
Israel, Iran, and the Region
February 23, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MBIlan Goldenberg discusses Israel, Iran, the JCPOA, and the future of Israel-Arab state normalization under the Biden administration. Support the show
No Problem or No Solution?
February 17, 2021 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBHost Evan Gottesman speaks with Shira Efron and Daniel Egel of the RAND Corporation about their new study, "Alternatives in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict," examining Israeli and Palestinian responses to five proposed outcomes to the conflict. Read: "Alternatives in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict" from the RAND Corporation Read: "In Search of a Viable Option: Evaluating Outcomes to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict" from Israel Policy Forum Support the show
A Realistic Reset
February 16, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBWhat does a realistic reset of U.S. foreign policy on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict look like? Michael Koplow (Israel Policy Forum), Shira Efron (Israel Policy Forum), and Ibrahim Eid Dalalsha (Horizon Center) outline a vision for a new approach under the Biden administration. Support the show
Vaccine Controversy
February 11, 2021 16:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBEli, Evan, and Shanie talk with Noa Shusterman of INSS (previously an Israel Policy Pod host!) to discuss her recent article on the vaccine controversy entitled "The Palestinians and COVID-19 Vaccines: An Israeli Responsibility?" You can read the full article here: https://www.inss.org.il/publication/palestinians-and-the-vaccine/ Support the show
Israeli Elections Update with Amir Tibon
February 09, 2021 21:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBWith the deadline for registering party lists in the rearview, the final stages of Israel's election campaign are now underway. Listen to our Tuesday briefing with an update on the state of the race with Amir Tibon of Haaretz. Support the show
Haven’t we done this elections podcast before?
February 05, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBWith another Israeli election just six weeks away Shanie Reichman, Evan Gottesman, and Eli Kowaz break down the state of play after the February 4 party registration deadline. Support the show
The Biden Administration Facing the Middle East
February 02, 2021 21:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBCenter for a New American Security Senior Adjunct Fellow Elisa Catalano Ewers and Associate Fellow Kaleigh Thomas discuss the Biden administration's priorities in the Middle East and its approach to policy issues including arms sales initiated under the Trump administration, future Arab-Israeli normalization agreements, U.S. relations with Saudi Arabia, and engagement with Iran. Support the show
East Jerusalem's "Doomsday Settlement"
January 28, 2021 19:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIsraeli attorney Daniel Seidemann joins host Evan Gottesman to discuss how the development of a new Jewish settlement in Givat Hamatos could imperil a viable resolution to the status of Jerusalem. Support the show
The View From Jerusalem: A Journalist's Perspective
January 26, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBThe past four years have seen momentous developments in Israel, the Palestinian Territories, and American foreign policy. As New York Times Jerusalem Bureau Chief, David Halbfinger was witness to many of these important stories, which continue to shape events on the ground in the Middle East and the Biden administration’s approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. On this episode, David shares a look back on his tenure in Israel. Support the show
Israel and Human Rights in Tension
January 21, 2021 23:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBHost Evan Gottesman speaks with IPF Atid San Francisco Steering Committee member Nathan Kurz about his new book, Jewish Internationalism and Human Rights After the Holocaust, which examines the tension between Jewish human rights advocacy and support for the Israeli government during the Cold War. If you would like to purchase Nathan's book, you can save 20% by using code "Kurz2020" when ordering from Cambridge University Press. Support the show
Trump's Legacy, Biden's Future
January 19, 2021 21:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBCarnegie Endowment Senior Fellow Aaron David Miller examines the Trump administration's policy legacy in the Middle East and President-elect Joe Biden's priorities in the region. Support the show
A New U.S. Strategy for the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
January 12, 2021 20:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBIlan Goldenberg, Michael Koplow, and Tamara Cofman Wittes present findings and recommendations from their recently published policy report, "A New U.S. Strategy for the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict." Hosted by Israel Policy Forum Board Chair Susie Gelman. Download the report here. Support the show
From Washington to Jerusalem: After the Capitol Hill Attack
January 08, 2021 00:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBHosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz speak with Times of Israel Diplomatic Correspondent Tal Schneider about Israeli perceptions of the far-right attack on the United States Capitol Building. Then, the Israel Policy Pod team checks in with Israel Policy Forum Director of Government Relations Aaron Weinberg, who lives and works in Washington, DC. Read Aaron Weinberg's reflection the Capitol Hill attack in JTA: https://www.jta.org/2021/01/06/opinion/ive-been-through-evacuations-and-lockdowns-on...