Third Opinion Podcast
209 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago -Discussions on issues around antisemitism and the State of Israel.
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An Emergency Town Hall ON Rising Anti-Semitism
June 16, 2021 18:24 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBThis week, extensive coverage of an emergency town hall to discuss the rise in anti-Semitism in America.
So What Is A New Israeli Government Going To Look Like?
June 08, 2021 14:22 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBStill feeling the fallout from the attack on Israel. And, we try to make sense out of what may be the new Israeli government.
The Fallout From The Attack On Israel
June 03, 2021 00:55 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBNow the aftermath of the attack on Israel, including an anti-Semitic attack on the Florida Holocaust Museum.
The Cease Fire In The Attack On Israel
May 25, 2021 23:20 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBFor a second week in a row, THE topic is the attack on Israel. There may be a cease-fire but there's still plenty to talk about.
Special Edition: Attack on Israel
May 19, 2021 17:26 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBThis week a special edition of Third Opinion. The entire podcast is a discussion of the attack on Israel.
The Never Ending Israeli Elections
May 12, 2021 17:13 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBWe've sort of lost count but we think Israel is on election number five to seat a government. We'll discuss that and lots of other news. And, it's our Mother's Day show!
The Cultural Impact Of New Jewish TV Shows
May 05, 2021 18:18 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBThere has been a rush of attention-getting Jewish TV shows the past couple of years. And they may be having an effect on popular culture.
Repairing The Ties Between The Jewish And African American Communities
April 27, 2021 19:22 - 54 minutes - 75 MBMore this week on the "Shared Legacy" between the Jewish and African American communities, and the breakdown of that historical relationship over the years.
The Shared Legacy of the Jewish and African American Communities
April 20, 2021 19:42 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBThis week, an interview with the director of the documentary "Shared Legacy." It's all about the historical close ties between the Jews and African American Communities.
Tips For Jewish Parents Worried About Anti-Semitism on College Campuses
April 06, 2021 17:45 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBAnti-Semitism is on the rise on college campuses. We have an interview about what parents can do. And, figuring out the Israeli election.
A Special Passover Show
March 30, 2021 18:31 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBIt's a special Passover edition of Third Opinion. But we do squeeze in an update on the election in Israel.
A Special Fundraising Edition Of Third Opinion
March 26, 2021 15:11 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBThe Third Opinion podcast starts out as a radio show in Tampa, Florida that relies on listener support. Your support of that radio show supports the Third Opinion podcast. This is a special fundraiser show.
A Preview Of The Israeli Elections
March 17, 2021 16:11 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBLaureen Jaffe and Mike Deeson have a preview of the Israeli elections and an interview about a media company creating Jewish content... for everybody.
Still Fighting Anti-Semitism At Florida State University
March 10, 2021 16:59 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBThis week we have an update on anti-Semitism on the campus of Florida State University. We'll also hear from Benjamin Netanyahu on the International Criminal Court's decision to investigate the state of Israel.
The U.S. Airstrike on Syria And A Different Look At Purim From Mayim Bialik
March 03, 2021 01:19 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBLots and Lots and Lots of news to discuss, including the U-S airstrike on Syria. And a fun look at Purim from Mayim Bialik.
IBM's Collaboration With The Nazi's To Track Jews In Europe
February 23, 2021 19:20 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBA presentation on how IBM collaborated with the Nazis, a spirited discussion of the Iran nuclear deal, and a sampling of Pink's latest track. Yes, she's Jewish
ISraeli Companies Help Stage The Superbowl
February 16, 2021 16:16 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBThis week hear how some Israeli companies helped put on the Superbowl.
Space Lasers, Vaccinations for Israelis and Palestinians and Some Superbowl Fever
February 09, 2021 23:14 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBIt's a time warp Third Opinion. A pre-Superbowl party. Since this podcast comes out of Tampa, Florida, you know our hosts are having a good week!
The future of the Iran nuclear deal
February 02, 2021 20:21 - 55 minutes - 12.6 MBWe talk about the trial of an ex-president, the future of the Iran nuclear deal, vaccination accusations against Israel and -- the briefest of mentions of Jewish Space Lasers,
Rising Anti-Semitism
January 26, 2021 20:12 - 54 minutes - 24.2 MBThe focus this week is on rising anti-Semitism -- In Germany... in Florida... and on social media.
An Interview with Yehudah Glick
January 20, 2021 23:05 - 53 minutes - 23.8 MBThis week's featured interview is former Knesset member and Temple Mount Activist Yehudah Glick.
Israel's Drive To Become The First Country To Immunize Its Population Against COVID 19
January 12, 2021 21:14 - 54 minutes - 24 MBHosts Laureen Jaffe and Mike Deeson are raising money for the radio show that becomes the Third Opinion Podcast. Find out how you can help. And, we hear how Israel plans to become the first country to fully immunize its population against COVID 19.
The Best Interviews of 2020
January 05, 2021 21:08 - 55 minutes - 24.6 MBHosts Laureen Jaffe and Mike Deeson share some of their favorite interviews of 2020.
Yet Another Israeli Election In The Works And The Jewish Influence on Christmas Music
December 30, 2020 15:21 - 55 minutes - 24.6 MBWe talk about the latest Israeli election in the works, the Jewish influence on popular Christmas music and we even hear from Wonder Woman.
Celebrating Hanukka With An Interview With Tampa Bay Lightning Owner Jeff Vinik
December 16, 2020 01:16 - 55 minutes - 24.8 MBFeatured this week, an interview with the owner of the Stanley Cup-winning Tampa Bay Lightning, Jeff Vinik.
Another Election in Israel's Future? And an interview with Ryan Sherriff of the Tampa Bay Rays
December 07, 2020 20:14 - 55 minutes - 24.7 MBWe're still arguing over the U.S. Presidential Election while Israel may be having another election soon. And, he once played baseball for Team Israel, now Ryan Sherriff pitches for the Tampa Bay Rays. He's our interview this week.
The Return of Jeremy Corbyn!
November 24, 2020 15:40 - 54 minutes - 24.4 MBAfter being tossed by England's Labour Party for anti-semitism, Jeremy Corbyn is back!
Put Two Jews Together and Talk Presidential Election Result and You Get Three Opinions!
November 17, 2020 23:26 - 54 minutes - 24.4 MBA spirited discussion of the Presidential election results and a look at Jews and guns.
Israeli Concerns About A Biden Presidency
November 10, 2020 21:02 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBMike Deeson and Laureen Jaffe discuss the election of Joe Biden as President and the reaction in Israel. Also, the story of black cantors in America.
"Hope After Hate" - A daughter Returns to Her Father's Holocaust Hiding Place
November 03, 2020 19:15 - 55 minutes - 12.8 MBThis week's featured interview is with Hagit Limor, whose documentary "Hope After Hate" traces her investigation of her father's escape from the Holocaust.
More Peace Breaking Out Between Israel and Arab Nations
October 26, 2020 21:19 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBAnother historic peace agreement, this time between Israel and Sudan. And, part two of our interview with the director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
What's the Connection Between Native American Tribes and Judaism?
October 19, 2020 16:15Is there a connection between Native American tribes and Judaism? And, an update on Mideast politics from the founder of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
What's the Connection Between Native American Tribes and Judaism?
October 19, 2020 16:15Is there a connection between Native American tribes and Judaism? And, an update on Mideast politics from the founder of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
A Jew in Bahrain talks About Normalizing Relations With Israel
October 13, 2020 00:43 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBA Jew... In Bahrain... who served in that country's parliament. His thoughts on normalizing relations with Israel.
Remembering Ruth Bader Ginsburg
September 29, 2020 15:46 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBHosts Mike Deeson and Laureen Jaffe remember Ruth Bader Ginsburg and talk with noted Jewish artist Janet Echelman.
The Abraham Accords
September 22, 2020 21:03 - 52 minutes - 12 MBHosts Laureen Jaffe and Mike Deeson talk about the Abraham Accords and interview the director of Enterprise Florida about doing business with Israel.
Celebrating Rosh Hashanah in a pandemic! And Part Two of our interview with the Institute for the Study of Global Anti-Semitism.
September 15, 2020 20:21 - 55 minutes - 12.8 MBOnline services, pop-up shuls and, in L-A, the shofar wave. They're all ways to celebrate Rosh Hashanah in a pandemic.
The Institute for the Study of Global Anti-Semitism
September 09, 2020 13:42 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBAn interview with Dr. Charles Small of the Institute for the Study of Global Anti-Semitism.
Juvenile Justice: Saving Our Children
September 01, 2020 15:10 - 55 minutes - 12.6 MBExcerpts from an online panel discussion on Juvenile Justice hosted by Laureen Jaffe and Mike Deeson.
Fighting Anti-Semitism on College Campuses
August 25, 2020 20:52 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBLots and lots of news for Jews this week, and an interview with a Florida college student fighting anti-Semitism on campus.
Israel and the United Arab Emirates, a Jewish Netflix and Kamala Harris on meeting her Jewish In-Laws
August 17, 2020 20:46 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBHosts Laureen Jaffe and Mike Desson talk about the big news about Israel and the United Arab Emirates agreeing to recognize each other. Also, there's a Jewish Netflix now? And, Kamala Harris on her hilarious first meeting with her soon-to-be Jewish mother-in-law.
Twitter, Anti-Semitism and the First Amendment
August 10, 2020 20:38 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBHosts Laureen Jaffe and Mike Deeson talk about Twitter cracking down on anti-Semitism and how that squares with the First Amendment.
Dallas Cowboys Play-By-Play Announcer Working to Strengthen Ties Between African Americans and Jews
July 28, 2020 17:33 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBThis week an interview with the Dallas Cowboys play-by-play announcer who is working to bring the Jewish and African American communities closer together.
What Does Mary Trump's Book About The President's Family Have in Common with Anti-Semitism?
July 21, 2020 15:15 - 55 minutes - 12.7 MBMary Trump's new book about the President's family reveals racism and anti-Semitism. And, a discussion with a former NAACP leader about the long-standing kinship between African Americans and Jews.
The Weird World of Louis Farrakhan and the Good Works of Project Rocana
July 14, 2020 21:25 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBHosts Laureen Jaffe and Mike Desson dive into the strange and scary world of Louis Farrakhan and talk about the good works being done by Project Rocana -- using health care to unite Israelis and Palestinians.
Just Mercy -- A Discussion on Social Justice and Law Enforcement
July 07, 2020 20:19 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBHosts Laureen Jaffe and Mike Deeson have News for Jews and part of a panel discussion about race and law enforcement.
What American Jews Have To Do To Protect Themselves From Violent Anti-Semitism
June 30, 2020 17:58 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBWhat John Waters of Pink Floyd has to say about Zionism and the death of George Floyd. It's not good. And how American Jews can best protect themselves from violent anti-Semitism.
More anti-Semitism in the age of coronavirus... and another discussion on law enforcement and social justice.
June 23, 2020 14:20 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBHosts Laureen Jaffe and Mike Desson talk about Chelsea Handler's fascination with Louis Farrakhan and more...
An African-American Pastor Takes Us Inside the Black Experience With Law Enforcement
June 15, 2020 18:07 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBHosts Laureen Jaffe and Mike Deeson talk with Pastor Michael Price about the need for real chance in law enforcement in the United States.
Law Enforcement Reform in America
June 08, 2020 19:40 - 55 minutes - 24.6 MBHost Laureen Jaffe and Mike Desson discuss anti-Semitism during the protests over the killing of George Floyd and they interview a Florida State Attorney about law enforcement Reform.