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The Nachum Segal Network is committed to providing motivating, essential and timely content to an international audience on a daily basis. The principles of its founder, Nachum Segal, guide the network and its staff by providing quality programming that appeals to a sophisticated and informed audience. NSN proudly features content that is dedicated to family values and that encourages a life committed to spiritual growth and the love of Israel.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
- Meron
- 36 hours left for Netanyahu to either form a government or move aside.
- Meir Millim asks what is mutar and what is assur
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
The Jewish majority in Israel is steadily decreasing ! Why ? Can the trend be stopped ? If so How ?
New music from Ilan Ramon's son, Tal, IMO of his older brother Asaf and Yehoram Gaon, with a sephardic Tefilat Tal are part of the Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The latest proposal to get Israel out of the endless election loop. Who knows? Maybe!
With the start of Ramadan a clear rise in open, brazen, Arab Violence against Jews in Yerushalaim and Yaffo.
Meir Millim continues to explore the different ways to call us "stubborn"
and the sefira format Israeli music mix includes new music from Yehoram Gaon.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Should the State of Israel award its highest civilian honor - the Israel Prize - to a brilliant mathematician who supports BDS?
April 11, 60 Years ago, the Eichmann trial opened in Jerusalem and changed the way the general Israeli public viewed the Holocaust and its victims, who lived amongst them.
plus another installment in the Meir Millim segments.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
A busy news day in Israel: -Prosecutor's opening arguments, and witness testimony begins at PM Netanyahu's trial.
-The President of Israel hosts each political party to get their recommendations for who gets the mandate to try and put together a coalition.
- who is Mansur Abbas and the Arab Ra'am party who seem to be the balance of power in the Knesset?
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Voting is less than 24hrs away.
The Israel Show analysis includes: Possible outcome scenarios. When to expect accurate results ? The critical role of the "strategic voter" as opposed to the "values voter." The groundbreaking change in the Arab vote. *This election the 4 smallest parties, fighting for survival, will have a big impact on the front runners and the final outcome.
PLUS a unique website experiment that promises to bring the up-to-the-minute real results and use Artificial Intelligence to predict the final outcome once 2% of the actual results are in
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
--The Intl Criminal Court - what is it? - why is it relevant? - why its recent decision to investigate Israel defies every rule of the court itself, ... and a look at the reaction of some of Israel's political parties.
--Meir Millim takes a closer look at the word chodesh, it's not as simple as you think.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
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Is Israel responsible to vaccinate the Palestinian Arabs living under the occupation of Machmud Abbas and the Palestinian Authority? How about those living in Gaza under the brutal occupation of Chamas? The NYT, Bernie Sanders and "Saturday Night Live" all seem to think it is a simple question for which they have the answer (take a guess).
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Yishai Ribo with a new song celebrating the hope of a post corona Israel, returning to normal life. TIS shares some insight into the poetic words and shares the beautiful music.
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In the spirit of Purim and Parshat Tetzaveh, Meir Millim looks into tachposet, beged and me'il
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
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P.A. destruction at the archeological site of Yehoshua bin Nun's mizbeach.
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The danger of the International Criminal Court
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Former Iranian Judoko who defected arrives in Israel.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
43 days to the Israeli elections, the party slates are now closed. Time for a pre-election wrap up: - who left, who is still left and what's happening on the left
A quick update on this morning's court session in PM Netanyahu's trial.
Next week's parsha begins "viyikchu li terumah" shouldn't it say "viyitnu li terumah." Meir Millim explains.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
A look at Middle East related appointments of the Biden administration, en route to renewing the relationship with Iran.
At the same time, Israel's chief of staff publicly shares his thoughts about the possible renegotiating the Iran deal.
3 days left till the closing of the parties candidates slates. "who is in, who is out" part 2
Plus Meir Millim for Parshat Yitro
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Today, the 5th of Shevat, is the yahrzeit of Jersey City born, Moshe Perlstein. He was killed in Israel on this date in 1948 together with 34 other volunteer fighters - known as the Lamed Hey. Their story is an important part of Israel's history of heroism.
TIS will reflect on the life of Sheldon Adelson, who passed away last week.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
A taste of what is in store for Israel during the Biden administration. Hear choice selections of CNN's interview with Jake Sullivan, Incoming US National Security Adviser
How is it that Israel will be done vaccinating all adults by March ?
and not unrelated - Israel Election update. The number of new parties grows exponentially, as PM Netanyahu tries to get some votes from a most unlikely source. TIS will help you follow along
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
It's the special Knesset version of musical chairs. who is in, who is out, and if you're in, where are you ? The Israel Show continues to follow round-four of the election excitement.
Amidst the Corona pandemic a new museum opens at a historic landmark alongside Highway #1, the main road from the coast to Jerusalem.
Meir Millim and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes music of Yehoram Gaon who just celebrated his 81st bday.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
...aaand they're off . . . the countdown to round 4 of the Israeli elections fight card, begins. TIS will, as always, bring updates and analysis
Yossi Cohen's term as Head of Mossad is over. How are the Arab states reacting and why do we care ?
Once upon a time - and only one time in history - John Lennon, the former Beatle, sang in Hebrew. TIS has the audio clip and the fascinating back story
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
In Aug 2018 TIS highlighted Aviv Gefen's televised verbal attack on a religious Zionist settler.
On TIS of May 25, 2020, Meir brought to light the early transformation of Aviv Gefen, as the result of his covid experiences.
The process continues as Aviv Gefen reaches out to Avraham Fried, collaborating on Gefen's new song "batzoret" = Drought, released yesterday.
Elections in Israel? Not so fast? Gidon Saar's new party's poll popularity gives P.M. Netanyahu pause (or maybe cold feet).
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
In a recent interview, former CIA chief John Brennen condemned Israel, but you wont believe for what. TIS shares the audio and the outrage.
A new Meir Millim segment sheds light on a word from this past week's parasha.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes great Chanuka music PLUS debut of a new singing duet: Eden Ben Zaken and one BiBi Netanyahu.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
-More detail of the Mossad's getting the head of Iran's Military Nuclear program.
-Compare and Contrast: Israeli leftists respond to the death of Saeb Arikat vs response to Trump defeat
-Meir's "not to be missed" Israeli music mix
Happy 8th Anniversary to Meir Weingarten, The Israel Show and all the listeners!
On this edition of The Israel Show:
-The killing of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh by the ... someone
-November 30 gets added to 29 November as a key date in Israel's history.
-and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this episode of The Israel Show:
Freedom for Pollard. How did it really happen? Christiane Amanpour compares Trump to Hitler. Israeli music mix featuring new songs from Chanan Ben Ari and Yoni Genut
On this edition of The Israel Show:
For decades US citizens born in Jerusalem could not have their "country of birth" listed as Israel, because the State Department refused to acknowledge that Jerusalem is in Israel. In 2015 the Supreme court ruled in favor of the State Department in the case of Zivotofsky vs Kerry. All that changed last week.
TIS will share audio from the ceremony at the US embassy in Jerusalem in which Ari Zivotofsky received the first ever US passport listing Israel as the "country of birth" for a US citizen born in Jerusalem.
Back In June of 2015 TIS interviewed Dr. Ari Zivotofsky about the supreme court ruling. tis will replay pertinent parts of that interview.
and another Meir Millim segment
plus the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten explores the Israel-Sudan connection, discusses the word "yitzhar" in a Meir Millim segment and presents his weekly "not to be missed" Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Saeb Erikat was admitted into Hadassah hospital. Moral or Stupid?
What is the name of the Jewish month that begins today? Cheshvan or Mar Cheshvan? and is this month really so bitter? Meir Millim reexamines this interesting question and the surprising answer (hint: it's not what you learned in Yeshiva)
A discussion about two eye opening documentaries exploring the absorption of 250,000 mostly Sephardic Jews in the early 1950's.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Decades before the Mossad, the first modern Jewish espionage organization, known as the NILI, operated during WW I. Yesterday, Chaf Gimmel Tishrei (23rd of Tishrei) was the 103rd yahrzeit of Sarah Aronson one of the founders, leaders and heroines of the NILI. TIS remembers her and her colleagues' fascinating story.
In honor of today - Isru Chag (in the galut), TIS replays a Meir Millim segment explaining the name of the day "Isru Chag"
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this episode of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten discusses "the Bar Kochba Revolt and the lulav" and what we learn from archaeology of the past few decades.
Plus a great holiday-centric Israeli music mix. Moadim L'Simcha!
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten discusses how for decades the naysayers warned that the Palestinian Arab problem is the key to Middle East peace and how last week they were proven wrong, as Israel signed peace treaties with the Gulf States - the first ever in history. That is probably why the media presented a somewhat subdued coverage. TIS shares clips from the live broadcast on Israel's most watched news station.
and the weekly Israeli music mix featuring selections for these Yamim Noraim
On this edition of The Israel Show:
History will be made tomorrow, at the White House, as Israel signs normalization agreements with UAE and Bahrain.
History of another kind will be made on Friday when the State of Israel will begin the celebration of R"H, Y"K & Succot in lockdown
TIS discusses the "historic" details
and a special pre Rosh HaShana selection of Israel music.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The miracles keep mounting up. TIS focuses on the unnoticed details of the historic visit of a US-Israel delegation in the UAE.
Yet again the Israeli government cowers before the Muslim Waqf on the Temple Mount
and the weekly Israeli music mix will feature many new releases
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Chanan Ben-Ari, Omer Adam & Ariel Zilber, all at the top Israeli artists, release new songs especially for Chodesh Ellul. Hear their debuts and explanations of each.
Last week, Israeli air force fighter jets entered the air space of a certain country, for the first time in history. tune in for details including the cockpit recordings.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
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Thoughts on the announcement by UAE & Israel of peace and normalization between the two countries.
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You'll be touched by audio cuts of Tehila Friedman's debut Knesset speech. Tehila is a religious Zionist woman, and a member of the Kachol Lavan party.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes a new prayer for the parents of the Israelis being inducted into the IDF now.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Thoughts about Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz, zt"l, who passed away last week.
The continuing saga of the gap year programs in Israel, why aren't they being welcomed to Israel as would be expected?
and more.
Plus the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten commemorates the 15th anniversary of the Gaza expulsion via a personal reflection of journalist Akiva Novick� and presents a� "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten discusses conflict of interest revelations in Israel's Supreme Court and presents a Three Weeks appropriate edition of his not to be missed Israeli music mix
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten discusses the six curious explosions/fires that took place during one week in Iran.
He also remembers the US president who, in 1819, supported the return of the Jewish People to their land.
And as always, Meir presented his "not to be missed" Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten pays tribute to one of modern Israel's greatest poets and composers, featuring some of her lesser known but not less inspiring songs, today, zayin Tammuz (7th of the month of Tammuz), the yahrzeit of Naomi Shemer
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten presents a "seminar" on how good journalists don't cower to the PC tantrums based on fictitious "narratives." The "class" will dissect a recent Israeli TV interview, as a live example.
On this episode of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten shares his thoughts on the exponential growth of Aliyah requests from the USA, he presents new music from Yonatan Razel and more.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
PM Netanyahu promises to apply Israeli law to the Jordan River Valley and parts of Judea & Samaria within the next month. Why is he getting strong opposition from - of all places - Israel's right wing?
Sivan Rahav Meir has been sharing inspiring stories of Israelis returning home after years of living in America. Many personal accounts come to her mailbox every week, so why did she stop sharing them?
What sci-fi sounding invention was envisioned by a Torah giant of the early 20th century.
New music with an interesting back story by Ivri (as in Ivri anochi) Lider (as in leader)
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The impact of the ongoing riots in the USA on the Israeli - Arab conflict.
How Israel and the Arab World are making Peace without a "peace deal"
and the great weekly mix of new and nostalgic Israeli music.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Yesterday, PM Netanyahu appeared in court for the opening of his trial. But first he made a defiant speech in the halls of the very same courthouse.
TIS has clips and analysis
Aviv Gefen is not known for his love of Israel's charedi community.
Yet, in a live performance last week, he dedicated a song to the people of Bnei Brak.
Meir has the audio and the explanation - which holds out hope for the future.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Hear the heartbreaking words of a father whose only son was murdered last week during a military operation in the Shomron.
404 days after the first of the three elections, finally, Israel's emergency unity government was sworn in yesterday. Meir will give his analysis and insights.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
Drama in real time - Yet another showdown: Israel's Judiciary v.s. the legislature & executive branches.
Celebrating 100 years of the San Remo Conference is nice, but what was the San Remo Conference and why is it worthy of celebration?
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten explores "Why don't we say full Hallel after 1st holiday of Pesach?"
Also, Meir shares his thoughts for Erev Yom HaShoa and presents his weekly not to be missed Israeli music mix
On this edition of The Israel Show:
- Some thoughts, anecdotes and sounds of this unique Pesach in Israel
- While flights into Israel from almost every other country are banned, What's going on with flights from the USA to Israel ?
- An appreciation of Rabbi Eliyahu Bakshi-Doron ztz"l former Chief Rabbi of Israel. and the special Pesach Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
- Why does Israel have one of the lowest Corona death rates in the world?
- PM Netanyahu victory - analysis of political genius
- Inspiring words of Rabbi Marc Penner
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Quarantine & Coronavirus in Israel: - The Government's leadership - Beautiful Stories of areivut (Mutual Responsibility), Israeli's caring and helping each other - Insights from some of Israel's leading rabbis and - a look at the word Quarantine
PLUS lots of music in the weekly mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
PM Netanyahu's strong leadership of Israel during the Corona crisis, is lauded, even by his enemies.
A summary of where Israel is at and what is expected next in the Corona crisis
President Rivlin bestows upon Blue and White leader, Benny Ganz, the mandate to form a government.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Post Election analysis - the new chess board that resulted from the actual final results and where it is taking us.
A most moving, non political, moment from AIPAC policy conference. TIS has the audio of Rabbi J.J. Schacter and Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
All the waiting is over, it's Election day in Israel. TIS answers many questions: Why is this this election day different than all others, can people under house Corona quarantine vote ? True or false: there's a Pirate Party running in the election. Everything you wanted to know about the Israeli elections -except the results.
Meir shares some thoughts about the other election - the one for the World Zionist Organization.
and in honor of the elections, a special patriotic Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Update on the situation in Southern Israel after yesterday's events on the Gaza border.
A tribute to Ilan Ramon, on his 17th yahrzeit, the 29th of Shvat.
A Meir Millim segment.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The best answer to those who call Israel an Apartheid state, is hidden in the "Trump deal of the century." TIS will detail.
PM Netanyahu sings a Zemer for Shabbat, the Israeli press goes nuts. Hear the audio clip and the outrage that followed.
and the weekly Israeli music mix including a tribute to lyricist Yosi Gamzo who passed away last week.
On this live edition of The Israel Show:
- Initial preliminary thoughts on the "Deal of the Century"
- Israeli Elections, the countdown continues, 29 days left
- Brexit and the Jewish question
And the great weekly Israeli music mix
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten presents highlights of speeches at the Holocaust commemoration in Jerusalem: President Steinmeier of Germany, Prince Charles of Great Britain and Vice President Mike Pence. Plus, Meir presents his "not to be missed" Israeli music mix
On this edition of The Israel Show:
-The crisis of the Religious Zionist politics in Israel.
-The Israel Show is vindicated by the producers of Jeopardy.
-An unknown river was discovered in Israel. Not an April Fool's day stunt. The Israel Show has details about this astounding discovery.
And the great weekly Israeli music mix
On this edition of The Israel Show:
With two days left to finalize the Israeli election slates; for the first time in history, the left unites - While the right continues to fight. In a non music clip, Israeli icon Shlomo Artzi explains his connection to Siyum HaShas (no, he didn�t do the daf). PM Netanyahu�s attempt to get temporary immunity from the "Knesset"
And a great Israeli music mix including new music from the aforementioned Mr. Artzi, the Razel family and more
On this edition of The Israel Show
Kassem Suleimani is dead - the demise of evil incarnate. TIS looks at the consensus of reactions in Israel and (on the other side) the consensus of Democrats in the US.
latest twist from PM Netanyahu - asking the Knesset to grant him temporary immunity from prosecution - and the latest decision by Israel's Supreme Court in his matter in view of upcoming elections.
and the weekly Israeli music mix is dedicated to the music of Yehoram Gaon on his 80th birthday.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Remembering a fighter for Israel. Geula Cohen, passed away last week. She was a member of the Etzel, the Lechi, journalist, author and Knesset Member. For decades, she led the fight for Eretz Yisrael with a strong passion of heart and soul.
Election III - update. Habayit HaYehudi's agreement to run with Otzma: Is The religious Zionist camp stronger and more untied now ?
Plus a great Israeli Chanuka music mix including a debut by Yoni Genut.
On this edition of The ISrael Show:
Trying to unravel the mystery - who is BiBi Netanyahu and why has he been so successful in Israeli politics for well over a decade. Based on Amit Segal's series "Yimei Binyamin" which premiered last night.
And a great mix Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The integration of the Charedi community into the IDF via Nachal Charedi and other initiatives received a blow last week.
with the revelation of the fraudulent statistics released by the IDF since 2011. The Israel Show takes a closer look.
Israeli election update- round 3 is an almost certain reality but even the date needs to be adjusted based on politics and religion. (we're not talking just about Purim)
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this episode of The Israel Show:
Tel Aviv shatters precedent, runs buses on Shabbat. Discussion of the word "Na" (Nun Alef). Brief review of the Netflix documentary "The Devil Next Door" The not to be missed Israeli music mix
On this edition of The Israel Show
For the first time in Israel's history a sitting Prime Minister is indicted. Complicating the matter - after two election cycles, Israel has there is no permanent government. What are the challenges & possibilities that Israel faces in the coming months and years.
What connects 25 Marcheshvan and the Trump administration?
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix is debuting Yishai Ribo and Natan Goshen's new release
On this edition of The Israel Show
TIS with insights on the causes, the results and ramifications of last weeks mini-operation in Azza.
"New government or More elections" ? The clock ticks away, with less than 48 hrs left till the deadline, tis helps us understand the options that lie ahead.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The political chaos in Israel leads to a deterioration in the public discourse.
The Israel Show examines several recent examples including:
Recordings from yesterday's national memorial ceremony in memory of Yitzchak Rabin and the attack on Rav Firrer's fund raising concert, and TIS brings counter examples of bygone days
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Israel's media leftists continue to attack anyone that does or says something they don't like. This week's brings with it separate attacks against two very special observant Jews.
Noted Jurist Nat Lewin, and Rabbi Elimelech Firer, founder of Ezra La'mar'peh.
One is a classic example of fake news the other a case of intolerance by those who demand tolerance from everyone else.
TIS tells the sad cautionary tales.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Leaked transcripts of PM Netanyahu's talks with Yediot publisher Noni (No Knee, pronunciation on the No) Moses reveal, yet again, the depth of the media's corruption. (The initial leaks of these recordings were first brought to you on TIS of Jan 16 2017 (!))
Israeli superstar Ovadyah Cha'ma'ma released a new song with a heartbreaking backstory. Hear the story and the song as part of the weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Last week, PM Netanyahu warned of a security crisis reminiscent of the yom kippur war. TIS examines.
The short piyut Hayom Harat Olam is repeated 6 times during the Rosh Hashana liturgy by both Ashkenazim and Sepharadim. TIS shares some surprising insight into the source of the opening phrase :"Hayom Harat Olam"
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes great new collaborations between "Religious" & "Secular" Israeli music stars during this special time of year.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
What now in Israel ? what are the next steps in the post election process that we should look out for.
History is made - yes Israel's baseball team too, but also the 13 seat Arab Knesset Party recommended to President Rivlin their preference for Benny Gantz. During the meeting the Arab MK's made some outrageous statements. TIS has the audio from inside the meeting.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix dedicated to songs of the Yamim Noraim both Sephardic and Ashkenzic.
On this edition of The Israel Show
Israel Elections are tomorrow - need we say more. who is in, who is out. TIS wraps up the pre-election situation. The great one Mark Levine appeared on Hannity with analyses of the "Israel spying on the White House" allegations. TIS adds commentary by some American-Jewish groups.
and on the weekly music mix front: Yishai Ribo's new album, "Elul 5779" was just Released yesterday. The Israel Show shares some great new cuts . . . plus a new single from Yoni Genut, just in time for Ashkenaz Selichot.
All this an more ...
On this edition of The Israel Show"
A review of Netflix's new release "The Spy" - the story of Eli Cohen.
The Israeli elections - 8 days to go !
the weekly Israeli music mix includes a new release by Yishai Ribo in the lead-up to his upcoming album release.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Yesterday, Hezbollah fired several anti tank missiles at Israel from Lebanon. TIS discusses the volatile situation and the ruse Israel tried to pull off in hopes of ending the current round of skirmishes.
Last week, Israel's Sagi Muki won the Gold Medal in the Judo World Championship. Also competing was Saeid Mollaei, ranked #1 in the world. His country threatened him & his family if he would not throw his quarter final fight . and then the Iranian judoka disappeared. Meir follows this amazing story.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
This weekend Israel prevented a dangerous attack of Iranian forces based in Syria. TIS reviews the details of the planned attacked and Israel's prevention of it.
On Friday Rina Shnerb HYD was murdered. In her memory TIS brings an inspiring clip of her father Rav Eitan Shnerb, who was injured in the attack.
"The Democratic Party is becoming unsalvageable" an article by Liel Leibovitz is a realistic analysis that should frighten every Jew living in the US.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Some of the unreported - lesser known - more infuriating - tidbits of Rashida Tlaib's "trip to nowhere".
TIS will play the last voice message that Dvir Sorek sent to his friend before his murder by Arab Terrorists. We can get a little peek into the holy soul of the 19 year old martyr.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes new music by Rami Kleinstein and Ariel Zilber.
On this edition of The Israel Show
TIS remembers Dvir Sorek HY"D, sounds of the funeral, words of his father and more.
Meir presents a summary of the events that took place at the center of it all - Tisha B'Av 5779 on Har Habayit.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
New details on the discovery and return of Zachary Baumel HYD for burial in Israel.
The anatomy of a fake news story.
Did Prime Minister Netanyahu say that as a child he was frightened when seeing British soldiers - even though he was born after the British Army left Israel ?
and the weekly slow and inspirational Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
For 4 years the Mossad ran an actual beachfront resort hotel in Sudan. On Jul 31 Netflix releases "The Red Sea Diving Resort" based on this amazing story.
Bennet and Shaked reunite, Labour and Orly Levy unite. Barak flounders, will Meretz merge with Peretz ? TIS keeps you updated on the head spinning Israeli election news.
and a 3 weeks format, slow & inspirational Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Ehud Barak returned to Israeli politics announcing that he will run at the head of a new left-wing party. TIS reviews Ehud Barak's history especially his record of recklessness as Prime Minister in 1999.
and the always amazing Israeli music mix including new music from Yoni Genut.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The opening of the 2,000 year old stepped street leading Jewish pilgrims from the City of David. Highlights of Nikki Haley speaking in Jerusalem Audio clips for the latest WAZE "voice" Plus debut of new music by Aharon Razel as part of the weekly music mix
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Google, FaceBook, Intel all have centers in the innovation-nation of Israel. So why is it so historic that the Ford Motor Company recently opened the Ford Research Center in Tel Aviv?
the belated surprise bar mitzvah of an 88 year old Holocaust survivor in Auschwitz
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes debuts from Yonatan Razel, Idan Amedi & Miki Gavri'elov
On this edition of The Israel Show
Despite the denials of the Netanyahu government, there IS a new mosque on Har Habayit. TIS will update you on the court battle between the government of Israel and the Regavim organization.
Israeli musicians continue to increase unity among the Jews in Israel.
Three artists made important contributions over the past 2 weeks: Omer Adam, Yonatan Razel and Evyatar Banai, TIS will play and analyze the newly released tracks.
On this edition of The Israel Show
will Israel go to elections again in August ?
TIS breaks it all down
the effect of growing European anti-Semitism isn't only a threat to local Jews.
There are dangerous manifestations on the ground in Israel as well.
and the weekly Israeli music mix includes music of Ben Zion Solomon and his children.
On this edition of The Israel Show,
The making of a modern blood libel. TIS follows the stories of the death of 5 year old Aysha A-Lulu. The one story where Israel was responsible for her death and the truth.
tonight 16 Iyar is the yahrzeit of Eli Cohen, we will remember his heroism and fulfill his last wish.
and the sefira format Israeli music mix of slow and inspirational music.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
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A necessary history lesson for Congresswoman Rashida Talib.
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Israeli prosecution's case at the Duma trial seems to be falling apart.
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The great "shvis" controversy rages around former Miss Israel and Miss World.
and the "sefira format" Israeli music mix featuring slow and inspirational music.
On this edition of The Israel Show
A Bar Mitzvah under fire - the thoughts of a mother who didn't let Hamas ruin her family's joyous event this past Shabbat.
Eva's Story - transmitting the Holocaust thru Instagram clips - brilliant idea or a cheapening of the Holocaust.
Ha'aretz op-ed, about Gaza, appearing yesterday, puts the Israeli daily in direct competition with the NYT for the "Most Vile Anti Semitic Content" award.
and the weekly Israeli music mix of slow and inspirational music dedicated to the upcoming "Memorial Day for Israel's fallen soldiers."
On this edition of the Israel Show:
Finding the grave of Zachary Baumel, 37 years after his death in the first Lebanon war. The story behind the headlines.
one more time - last pre-election thoughts and analysis - less than 24 hours before the polls in Israel open.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
-What the heck's the deal with Gaza?
-Elections, a week from tomorrow - what u need to know
-Remembering the Israel-Egypt Peace Treaty signed 40 years ago
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes a preview of the latest from Kululam
On this edition of The Israel Show:
A tribute to Israel's master spy Rafi Eitan, (from Eichmann to Pollard), who passed away this weekend at age 92.
Baffling recordings of candidate Benny Gantz's recent conspiracy theories about PM Netanyahu.
and live updates of any breaking news on the situation in Israel and at the AIPAC Conference.
plus the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Remembering HaRav Achiad Ettinger and Gal Keidan murdered in yesterday's terror attack in the Shomron.
On the election front - Israel's Supreme Court overturns the decision of the election commission, bars Michael Ben Ari from running while allowing the extremist Arab parties.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes brand new music from Yonatan Razel
On this edition of The Israel Show
A tribute to Menachem Begin on his 27th Yahrzeit today. The Israeli supermodels twitter war with PM Netanyahu. Is the fierce opposition to the Otzma Yehudit party a question of morality or just more politics as usual ? Polls in Israel indicate a growing "protest vote" supporting a very unlikely party.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
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Meir attempts to present a clear picture of the allegations pending against PM Netanyahu.
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TIS asks is the sudden fierce opposition to the Otzma Yehudit party really a question of morality or just more politics as usual ?
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
Featuring: Meir Weingarten presents a clear picture of PM Netanyahu's legal situation and explores the opposition to the Otzma Yehudit party
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Yet another area of Har Habayit has fallen into Islamic hands.
What is Israel doing about it ?
Election update - Which right wing political parties are threatening the re-election of the right ? a follow up on Oshrat Kotler's live on camera outburst.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
Israeli soldiers who serve in Yehuda & Shomron are "animals." Who said this on live prime time TV in Israel? TIS has the recordings of the statement and the so called clarification.
Citizens of the High-Tech superpower - vote for their leaders by putting a small slip of paper into a paper envelope, (and another paper envelope) and dropping it into a box ! TIS brings you the story of what gets printed on the slips of paper and the battle for the letters that is taking place in Israel this week.
and the weekly Israeli music mix includes debuts from Aaron Razel and Chanan Ben Ari.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The murder of Ori Ansbacher and the wider repercussions. Update and thoughts on the great Shalva Band drama.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
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In yet another episode of "Music Unites Israelis" .... The moving Cinderella story of the Shalva Band is inspiring Israelis of all backgrounds. TIS plays the music and tells the wonderful story and its ironic end (or is it the end ?)
Election update including audio from an "only in Israel" moment between Minister Tzachi Hanegbi and journalist Amit Segal
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix including debuts from Shlomo Artzi, Yishai Ribo
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The IDF announces the end of Operation Northern Shield - what have we learned about the enemy's plans and the remaining dangers in Northern Israel.
Isreali Elections Update - The labor party is ripping itself apart from within - could it be the end of its illustrious history?
Can the religious parties uniting?
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Moshe Arens, raised in NY, made Aliyah at age 22 and went on to live a fascinating life including positions as Defense Minister, Foreign Minister and Israel Ambassador to the US. TIS presents a tribute to a Zionist hero - Moshe Arens - who passed away today at age 93,
Two very public events over the past week are stirring sharp controversy. Is Israel's internal security force - the Shin Bet - using excessive force in dealing with possible Jewish terrorists suspected of murdering Arabs. TIS brings the latest shocking news in this compelling and alarming story.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Analysis of this week's election news bombshell.
The incredible story of an unknown hero, French Jew, Georges Loinger, who passed away this week at age 108, and how he connects to the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Whow:
The guessing is over - Election in Israel are set for Tuesday, April 9. TIS follows the breaking news.
How did a Muslim Arab get buried in a Jewish cemetery, last month, with the approval of Jerusalem's Chief Rabbi ?
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
All this and more.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The voices of heroism and mourning from last week's multiple attacks and killings in Israel.
Also, the weekly Israeli music mix featuring the music of the late singer/songwriter Yigal Bashan.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
What happened after the Maccabees victory and what can we learn from that for our times בזמן הזה
The new deputy mayor of this major city is an active supporter of the BDS movement, supports terrorism and speaks out publicly in support of Hezbollah. The name of the city ?
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix including selections from Yigal Bashan who died yesterday.
On this edition of The Israel Show,
Israel Police recommend bribery charges against PM Netanyahu. What does it mean for Israel in the near future.
The mixed legacy of former president George HW Bush.
and the annual Light edition of the Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
The African nation of Chad is the latest country added to Israel's long list of renewed relationships. What's the importance of this and many other Israeli diplomatic breakthroughs.
The latest dent in the armor of PM Netanyahu's coalition - can this government last for long ?
The Israeli music mix features several new music debuts including: a moving rendition of Yosef Karduner's classic Shir La'Maalot from a live performance with Ari Goldwag, and remastered classics of Arik Einshtein on his 5th yahrzeit.
On this edition of The Israel Show
TIS analyzes the roller coaster of events that shook Israel in just this past one week.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of TIS
Last night the IDF operated deep inside Gaza. An IDF officer was killed in action. TIS will update with all the available information.
On this edition of The Israel Show
Meir Weingarten analyzes last week's municipal elections in Israel.
Also, Ireland takes a break from it's virulent anti-Israel campaign to honor one of its favorite sons.
Plus, lots of new music in the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
Israel creates more cracks in the Muslim wall that surrounds it. Within less than a week the Hatikvah is heard publicly in Abu Dahbi and P.M. Netanyahu is officially welcomed in Oman.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix which includes the debut of a music collaboration brothers Aharon & Yonatan Razel.
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On this edition of The Israel Show:
Yesterday's Headlines declared "Jordan cancels part of peace agreement with Israel". How can Jordan just cancel part of the treaty ? Which part is cancelled and why ? What are the ramifications ? TIS will has explored and will explain
11 Marcheshvan is the traditionally accepted Yahrzeit of our matriarch Rachel. This date is not mentioned in Tanach or in the Talmud. TIS looks into the evolution of 11 marcheshvan and why it has taken on more meaning in the recent past.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of TIS
How Israel's TV news consistently uses seemingly innocent stories to incite against some of our most treasured values. TIS brings some recent examples.
The recent discovery of a 2,000 year old carving mentioning Jerusalem is an awesome discovery, but has been mainly misreported. Stay tuned for the full story.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Coverage of the latest murder of two innocent Jews by an Arab terrorist. Review of the new Netflix movie "The Angel" about Egyptian President Nasser's son in law who became an Israel spy. 45 years ago, this month, his last minute warning saved thousands of Israeli lives during the Yom Kippur War. TIS also reviews the just released notes written by the Mossad Director after his pre-war meeting with the most important spy in Israel's history. and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show,
New movie "Operation Finale" claims to tell the story of Eichmann's capture. TIS finds at least one historic falsehood presented. Special Music Mix featuring Israeli songs from Sephardic & Ashkenazi Rosh Hashana Liturgy
On this edition of The Israel Show
Meir Weingarten presents and analysis of the Trump administration finally removing the mask from UNRWA - ending a 70 year con job.
Listen to the shocking video of the labor party young leadership attacking the religious right.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of TIS
Will Israel's next chief of staff be the officer who compared Israel to Germany of the 1930's? TIS shares the audio.
TIS celebrates the 140th anniversary of four charedi Jews from Jerusalem buying land north of Yaffo to start an agricultural town. It's the beginning of a fascinating story.
and the great weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of TIS
What's going on between Israel and Hamas in Gaza ? Has Israel created a deterrence on it's Southern border or does Hamas control the level of the flames.
Celebrity judges of Israeli reality shows continue to use their shows to express radical political views aimed at contestants from Yehuda & Shomron. TIS shares the latest example.
and the weekly Israeli music mix focuses on music written to the words of Rav Avraham Yitzchak HaCohen Kook, whose yahrzeit is tomorrow.
On this edition of TIS
A discussion of the new "Israel Nation State" law.
President Trump led the US exit from the JCPOA (Iran Deal) what about the rest of the Iran deal partners ? This morning the European Union released their declaration on the matter.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
Quadruple music debut featuring Ariel Zilber, Yoni Genuth and introducing Avi Ganz. Japanese ambassador to Israel Koji Tomita writes a touching portrayal of the Israel he encountered during his tenure "Thoughts on my Departure." A 220 Lb stone fell out of the Kotel, the day after Tish�ah Be�Av � implications ? And the weekly Israeli music mix including the aforementioned debuts.
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Are we lying before Gd when, yesterday, we said in the Nachem prayer: that Jerusalem is "laid waste", "desolate without inhabitants", "In mourning without her children" ? Is it ? On the other hand can we change age old prayers ? TIS will present the Nachem controversy.
Imagine a lay leader coming to NY, the most established community in the US and telling the Jews to get out "before it's too late." Exactly 80 years ago Tisha Be'Av 1938, Zev Jabotinsky spoke to a huge crowd in Warsaw, Poland. TIS shares part of his revolutionary speech.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of TIS
Southern Israel is still burning. Fires of terror continue to wipe out thousands of acres of farm land. How are Israel's government, defense forces and citizens responding to the ongoing campaign of destruction?
Israel remembers 1960's spymaster Eli Cohen's in a unique way.
Thoughts about Tisha BeAv as we approach the anniversary of destruction, 51 years after Jewish liberation, sovereignty and unity of the city.
and as always the special slow and inspirational Israeli music mix
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Charles Krauthammer, an ardent Zionist and eloquent spokesman for Israel passed away late last week. TIS presents a tribute to Krauthammer using audio clips "In his own words".
Britain's Prince William's visit to Jerusalem's Old City appears on his itinerary as part of his tour in the "Occupied Palestinian Territories" - why isn't Israel boycotting the visit?
the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
For months we've been told by US leaders that foreign governments trying to influence our election is an open attack on our country and our democracy. Today, TIS exposes meddling of the worst kind by the United States in an Israeli election. You'll hear audio recordings of the highest level officials of the American administration openly admitting to this outrage. Tune in for this breathtakingly shocking story
On this edition of The Israel Show:
How many lies did President Obama tell us about the Iran deal? Let us count the ways. Is it appropriate for the heads of Israel security agencies to thwart a direct order from the Prime Minister? Two of them did.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition on The Israel Show:
Ambassador David Friedman calls out the media for their lack of journalistic integrity in the coverage of the current Gaza situation. Hamas uses fire to create devastation in southern Israel. Preview of upcoming stories Music mix includes debuts from Yishai Ribo, Shuli Rand and Harel Skat
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Jared Kushner said 7 words at the US Embassy opening in Jerusalem that summed up the last 80 years of Jewish history.
Remembering Sergeant Ronen Lubarsky, a Duvdevan fighter murdered late last week. and Israeli MIA Ron Arad, who just turned 60.
On this edition of TIS
IRAN LIED - follow up and details of last week's "bombshell" revelation of the Iranian nuclear secret files.
The "override bill," being debated in the knesset, may be one of the most significant pieces of legislation that few have heard of and even less understand. what is it and what's its importance.
some thoughts on the world class ' giro' (gi pronounced as in gee whiz) italy bike race , that took place in israel this week.
and the weekly Israeli music mix returns to non-sefira format.
On this edition of TIS
10 young lives wiped away by a flash flood. TIS looks at several aspects of the tragedy; exploring "pre-army" mechinot, acts of heroism and a most familiar pasuk in tehillim which connects to the events in the Negev.
and the "not to be missed" slow and inspirational Israeli music mix.
On this edition of TIS
The frightening threat from Bedouins in southern Israel is exposed. Yom Haatzmaut recap, including audio from Miriam Peretz's amazing speech at the "Israel Prize" ceremony and highlights from the torch lighting celebration.
and an amazing mix of slow and inspirational Israeli music.
all that and more ...
On this edition of TIS
Chemical weapons, Iranian drones, terror tunnels, weekly riots on the border, Syria in the north - Azza in the south. an update on the fast moving events.
Revisiting with ku-lu-lam a social initiative for unity thru song.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix of slow & inspirational music.
On this edition of TIS
- Remembering the three young Israelis murdered by Arabs this weekend
- The cynical campaign to rehabilitate Ehud Olmert
- David Levy, Natan Sharansky & Miriam Peretz -Heroes of Israel - will be awarded the Israel Prize on Israel's 70th birthday next month.
- “Lost” songs recorded by Poogy in English
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes brand new, hot off the presses music from Udi Davidi & Yonatan Razel.
On this edition of TIS
TIS presented breaking news from israel.
Coverage of last week's AIPAC conference in the Israeli media.
What was Albert Einstein's advice when asked by a colleague if he should make aliyah?
TIS reveals a surprise winner at Friday's Jerusalem Marathon.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes the latest from koo-lu-lam. (nds pronunciation : like כולם - everyone, with a "lu" in the middle)
On this edition of The Israel Show
Will the Netanyahu government fall soon? Who threatens the safety of the coalition and why? You'll be surprised! TIS walks you thru the current situation.
Another country announces embassy move to Jerusalem.
Israeli wins gold medal in Ju-Jitsu in the world championship games, BUT ....
and the weekly Israeli music mix includes tracks from Yishai Ribo's new album.
On this edition of TIS:
The breaking news rocking Israel is a bombshell in the investigations of PM Netanyahu. Will the PM survive all the latest accusations - Tune in for an update.
Plus, a little known modern day story of heroism by a person named Mordechai and the weekly Israeli music mix with debuts by Yishai Ribo, Idan Reichel and Rami Kleinstein.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Polish P.M. Ma'te'ush Mo'rav'yetski is publicly challenged by a leading Israeli journalist, whose Polish born parents are Holocaust survivors. TIS has the audio of this very tense and dramatic confrontation.
Hear why Hadar Goldin's parents feel betrayed, yet again, not by Israel's enemies but by their own Israeli government.
When can we expect an indictment of PM Netanyahu? TIS has a surprising answer.
and as always the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of TIS
The skirmishes in northern Israel, this weekend, is part of a much bigger, complex and potentially very dangerous bigger picture. tis takes a broader look.
Follow up on the controversy surrounding Israel�s policy regarding the illegal infiltrators.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
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How does Israel view US responses to events in the Middle East, during the past few years? The head of Mossad gave his opinion recently and TIS brings you the fascinating recording and analysis.
Plus, background on the man leading the Mossad for the past 2 years - Yossi Cohen. and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
President Trump wants to defund the Unites Nations Relief and Works Agency, UNRWA. TIS reveals the activities that hide behind the benign name of yet another UN travesty. Who does Haaretz columnist call "total idiots" ? Comedienne Sarah Silverman got a feeling of the virulent anti Israel sentiment found in parts of social media.
And another amazing Israeli music mix
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Details of amazing discovery of Biblical insignia uncovered near Temple Mount! Yesterday, the central committee of P.M. Netanyahu's likud party voted unanimously to endorse exercising Israel's sovereignty over Judea and Samaria. TIS analyzes this groundbreaking decision. Follow up on Israel's rain situation after the prayer gathering last Thu. and a look at some surprising stats - as Israel enters the a new secular year.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten presents an analysis of US-UN-Israel-Jerusalem issue and the Politico expose about the Obama-Hezbollah collusion allegations. He also discusses the Biblical context of Israel's prayers for rain this winter. The weekly Israeli music mix includes a new release by Yehoram Gaon.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
No shock that the NY Times editorial writers condemned President Trump's new Jerusalem policy but the blatant distortion of history will make you want to scream. No need, Meir will do it for you.
Contrast & comparison of the original Moaz Tzur to Naomi Shemer's 1971 "version"
An all Israeli Chanuka Music edition of the weekly music mix
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40 years ago the President of Egypt made history when he was the first Arab leader to visit Israel.
The world heralded President Sadat as a hero. But only a handful of people knew the events of the previous months that led up to his trip. TIS reveals the "now it can be told" story - straight from the files of the Mossad.
Yesterday an Israeli soldier was buried - stabbed to death by an Arab terrorist. The world hasn't heard and doesn't care - we do.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes a new release by Mega-Star Yishai Ribo.
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November 29th 1947 - exactly 70 years ago this Wednesday - was another milestone in the process of redemption - the return of the Jewish People to sovereignty over the land of Israel.
The overwhelming majority of Jews celebrated the event - but there were some leaders who didn't.
TIS explores what happened on that day and shares rare audio of Zeev Jabotinsky and Rav Tzvi Yehuda Kook.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this episode of The Israel Show: Who is Johnny Srouji? Arutz HaChadashot met Apple's Senior Vice President of Hardware Technologies, (who reports directly to CEO Tim Cook) and why does he conduct a small part of his interview in Hebrew?
Update on the wounded in last Friday's terror attack at the Gush Etzion Junction.
TIS continues to call out the radical left Israeli organizations - this time a follow up on a story we reported about "Shovrim Shtika."
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
Highlights of British Prime Minister Theresa May's speech at the official Balfour 100 celebration. David Shapiro was promoted this morning to Commander of the Binyamin Brigade. Who is he and for what famous act of bravery did he receive special commendation in 2008?
A great mix featuring new and nostalgic Israeli music.
On this edition of The Israel Show
The result of destroying the Azza terror tunnel last week, Israel now holds the bodies of five high level Hammas leaders. Will this be the game changer in retrieving the bodies of Hadar Golding and Oron Shaul?
Reality shows like "MaterChef" are usually benign entertainment. BUT in Israel they can become very intense when religion and politics are added ingredients in the mix. TIS brings audio of an astounding exchange from the Israeli TV show.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Meir Weingarten presents news and analysis of this morning's Supreme Court ruling that yet another Israeli neighborhood must be destroyed. On the chopping block - Netiv Ha'avot in the Gush Etzion area.
The youngest Likud Knesset Member, Canadian born Sharren Haskel, left a strong impression when she attempted to speak at the international parliamentarian union. TIS will introduce you to this rising star on Israel's political horizon and share the raucous audio.
and this week's great Israeli music mix - which includes debuts from Mati Kaspi, Yochai ben Avi
On this edition of TIS:
Despite his campaign promises, President Trump declared, in an interview this weekend, that the US embassy is not moving to Jerusalem anytime soon. TIS shares audio of this and other worrisome statements from the President's interview.
Of all the Torah holidays, Succot has the strongest connection to the Land of Israel. Rashi's grandson - the Rashbam, has a fascinating take on the reason we sit in the sukkah and the link to the land.
and a great, holiday season, Israeli music mix.
On this week's edition of The Israel Show:
Two weeks ago, as TIS was detailing the Mossad's search for Josef Mengele, Eva Mosez Kor, released a you tube video telling of her life, during and after the Holocaust, as a victim of Mengele's horrific experiments on twins. In the past two weeks the video went viral - seen by over 3 million people. The conclusion of her video is shocking. TIS tells her story and shares her unique revelation.
Inspiring words about the upcoming "Chag Ha'asif" in the land of Israel by the Chatam Sofer.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
This week's conclusion of the discussion includes a rare recording of Mengele’s son admitting that he knew where his father was hiding but covered it up.
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On July 23, 1962 Mossad agent Zvi Aharoni reported from Brazil that his team has found Josef Mengele, the infamous Nazi officer, known to the Jews of Auschwitz, as the Angel of Death. The stunning reply from Mossad headquarters "don't pursue the matter any further" After decades of secrecy, The Mossad's "Mengele file" has been revealed. TIS explores the Mossad's 30 year, on again off again, search for Mengele and the surprising ending that no one saw coming.
PLUS debuting great new music - as part of the weekly Israeli music mix
On this edition of The ISrael Show,
Part 2 of "the clash of world views" the yeshiva world v.s. religious Zionism as expressed in a newly discovered letter of Ponevich-Rosh Yeshiva, Rav Shach to Israeli PM Menachem Begin in 1978.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes songs of the sephardic selichot already two weeks in and going strong.
all that and more ...
On this edition of TIS
In April of 1978 while Israel and Egypt were having difficult negotiations, Rav Shach, the rosh yeshiva wrote a letter to PM Menachem Begin. This letter was unknown and was never published until 2 weeks ago. The letter is a clear example of the conflict between the world-views of the charedi and the religious zionist world. TIS will read through the letter and highlight its philosophical underpinnings.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes songs of the sephardic selichot, which began last week.
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In 1969 Rasmieh Yousef Odeh a member of Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine" (PFLP) carried out a radical Islamic terror attack killing two and injuring many. Guess where she lives and what she's been doing for the past 20 years.
CNN gives little credit to the Barcelona terrorists . . .
Some thoughts on the upcoming solar eclipse and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Every Shabbat afternoon thousands gather in a residential neighborhood of Petach Tikva to demonstrate. yet the protests have nothing to do with the Shabbat. Sounds strange, The Israel Show explains. The government of Israel announces new initiatives on behalf of Israel's "lone soldiers". details on The Israel Show. Debut of Yishai Rebo's latest release is part of the great expanded Israeli music mix. all this and more on this week's edition of The Israel Show.
On this edition of TIS
Israeli Arabs opened fire on Har Habayit in a premeditated terror attack. Har Habayit was closed for 48 hours and was partially reopened today with new security arrangements, which are being rejected by the Arabs. How do the Jordanians fit in to all this, and will Jewish access to the Temple Mount be affected. Tune in to the Israel show for analysis and insights.
and This week's Israeli music mix features slow and inspirational Israeli music in the spirit of "the 3 weeks" - Ben Ha'mey'tzarim.
On this edition of The Israel Show
The radical left wing organization "Shovrim Shtika- Breaking the Silence" is in a legal bind of its own making. The Israel Show explains the situation and the media response.
Can an elected official ever win a libel suit against a media commentator?
It happened in Israel. The Israel Show shares the identity of the official and what happened after the verdict.
And the often imitated never quiet duplicated, great Israeli music mix
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Why are the areas acquired by Israel in the 1948-49 war of independence not contested by the international community, while the areas won in the 1967 Six Day War have been for 50 years? How is this connected to Parshat Shlach Lecha. A historic review and insights. The newest ambassador from an African country presents his credentials to President Rivlin - why is that special?
The weekly Israeli music mix includes brand new music from Matti Kaspi & Yosef Karduner.
On this edition of The Israel Show
Last week's headlines were touted as groundbreaking in the "peace process" - "the leadership of the Palestinian Authority agrees to a "compromise": The western Wall for the Jews - The Temple Mount is for the Moslems." The Israel Show will analyze the many aspects of this concept.
Fascinating encounter between US UN ambassador Nikki Halley and the commander of UNFIL the UN peace keeping force in Lebanon.
And guess where the UN uncovered a Hamas terror tunnel in Azza?
And the often imitated never quiet duplicated, great Israeli music mix
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New revelations about the Six Day War continue to come out, even 50 years later. TIS shares two few fascinating reports.
Israel's minister of Cultural affairs, Miri Regev, continues her battle with those who consider themselves the "cultural elites." TIS bring you the audio from the latest public confrontation.
Israel's First Lady Nechama Rivlin and US First Lady Melania Trump, shared a moving moment, which you probably haven't heard about in the media.
all this and the the weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
"Yerushalayim Shel Zahav," a phrase that first appears in the Talmud, became the theme song of a nation, when it debuted, fifty years ago, on Israel Independence Day 1967.
Naomi Shemer brilliantly wove phrases from Tanakh, Talmud, Medrash and Tefilla creating this haunting song, which has been called "Israel's second anthem".
That very same night - 5 minutes away - Rabbi Tzvi Yehuda Kook spoke before his students at the festive Indepence Day celebration at Yeshivat Merkaz HaRav.
Three weeks later their words would become prophetic.
The Israel Show celebrates 50 years of the return of The Jewish People to Jerusalem
We will analyze the holy sources of "Jerusalem of Gold" that make it a modern tefillah and
hear excerpts from Rav Tzvi Yehuda Kook's famous words that went on to fuel a generation.
On this edition of The Israel Show, a morning of Inspiring messages.
Two former refuseniks addressed the youth at the International Bible Contest last week.
Hear from Natan Sharansky and Yuli Edelstein.
In a very under covered event, Vice President Pence celebrated Yom Haatzmaut, where he shared what israel means to him.
Plus, a Sefira Format music mix of slow and inspirational Israeli music.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir commemorates Yom HaZikaron thru music and stories; TIS remembers our brothers and sisters who sacrificed their lives so that the State of Israel can continue to survive and thrive.
The special music mix includes a song written in memory of Hadar Goldin by his brother and fiance.
On this edition of The Israel Show,
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Can women and men serve in co-ed fighting units in a Jewish Army? TIS has continuing analysis of the ongoing battle between the IDF and the Religious Zionist community.
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A travel warning for those leaving the US for Pesach (don't panic - it's not a security warning).
-TIS introduces a hidden tourist gem in Jerusalem, which is set to get a major upgrade.
and as usual the weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of TIS,
Elor Azarya, the Israeli soldier who shot a wounded terrorist in Hebron, was sentenced to 18 months in prison.
UN reaction will outrage, but not shock you.
On the flip side - bravo to new us ambassador to un. hear amazing moments from her first news conference.
all this and more PLUS the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes some Chodesh Adar tracks
On this of The Israel Show,
Chok Ha'Hasdara passed into law last week. it is one of the most important laws affecting the residents of Yehuda & Shomron but it is criticized by almost every other country as an "Israeli land grab." It's also facing difficult legal challenges in Israel's supreme court. TIS explains what the new law says and what it doesn't say.
Analysis of the first meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump which takes place later this week, including quotes from the only interview the president gave to an Israeli journalist, published yesterday.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes new music by rising star Chanan ben Ari.
On this edition of TIS
There's much to be said about the events surrounding the uprooting of the town of Amona last week and Meir promises "we'll definitely say some of it "
In a compelling interview, to Israel TV Channel 2, Yaron Dekel, Station Manager of Galei Tzahal had some very surprising things to say about the political "balance" of Galat"z news-talk shows. TIS brings you clips & commentary from the open & frank exchange.
Dani Sanderson of Poogy fame just released an album and u can bet that the weekly Israeli music mix will include some of the new tracks.
On this edition of TIS:
Prime Minister Netanyahu is being investigated by Israeli police, again. This time round there are 3-4 separate inquiries going on simultaneously - taking countless hours and days of his time. Nothing has come of all previous investigations. Are these any different? Will Netanyahu share a cell with Olmert in the prison VIP dept.?
Some think the Trump presidency is Israel's historic chance to achieve whatever it wants with regards to Yehuda & Shomron. What are the options and where might this dynamic take us?
All this and more including the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show: The very moving and unusual funeral of a lone soldier. Review of new features at the webite www.alhatorah.org Why did Gd have Moshe grow up in pharaoh palace ? Lessons from Parshat Shmot to modern time. And the usual Israeli music mix
On this edition of TIS: Israel's leading media conglomerate is exposed as a fraud or worse - a mafia. You'll want to hear all the details of the massive scandal shaking Israel to its core.
Super talented artist, singer-songwriter Meir Banai passed away last week at the age of 55.
TIS reflects on his life, music and the famous Banai family that he was part of. and dedicates this week's Israeli music mix to their music.
A special broadcast dedicated to challenging John Kerry's "Anti - Settlement" speech of December 28, 2016. We can't do it all but we'll do a lot - don't miss this special episode entitled: "Lies my Secretary of State told me"
On this episode of The Israel Show: An Update on Israel's efforts - or lack thereof - to retrieve the bodies of Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul held by Hamas in Gaza
Yaakov Ne'eman passed away yesterday. Some thoughts about this extraordinary man.
A preview of next week's special edition of tis entitled: "lies my secretary of state told me" - an in depth analysis of John Kerry's speech.
and the Israeli music mix includes a tribute to composer Yochanan Zarchi who passed away last week.
On this edition of TIS:
Continuing coverage of the expulsion from and destruction of the town of Amona in the Shomron.
Israel's newest export? TV series. Showtime, Netflix, Amazon Prime and famous US production companies are buying Israeli TV series for broadcast and adaptation in the US.
The weekly Israeli music mix includes brand new releases of music-greats Yonatan Razel and Yehoram Gaon.
On this edition of TIS: TIS begins it's 5th year on the NSN. Meir brings the listeners up to the minute news on the terrorist "torching" spree that Israel was hit with last week, causing untold damage to property but miraculously no lose of life.
The oldest existing tower in the world is in the ancient ruins of Yericho. In a recent article Harav Yoel Bin Nun explains how the tower connects to the Jewish calendar - which combines lunar & solar in a unique & very practical set up.
Reaction of some of the Israeli left to the death of Fidel Castro rings with echoes of past.
and the weekly Israeli music mix which includes debuts from - Tzamah volume 3 - a collection of Chabad nigunim performed by Israeli artists.
On this edition of TIS:
Ninety nine years after the Balfour Declaration, the Palestinian Authority is suing Britain for the "illegal proclamation" and the State Department spokesman isn't even sure if the United States has a policy on the matter. TIS explores the historic declaration from an historic and halachik perspective.
A look at the hottest topic on Israel's agenda - the scheduled expulsion of the Jews from the town of Amona in the Shomron.
and the "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix.
On this edition of TIS Jonathan Pollard speaks - featuring clips from Israel TV's impromptu interview with Jonathan & Esther Pollard, as they were spotted walking in Manhattan, last Friday. The "not to be missed" weekly Israeli music mix includes inspirational yamim noraim debuts from Yehoram Gaon, Gad Elbaz, Yoni Genut and Shuli Rand All this and more ...
On Friday, Prime Minister Netanyahu released another "hasbara" video. TIS will walk you thru the audio, "reading" between the lines to discover why this video especially infuriated the Obama administration, and bring you audio of the official state department reaction.
HaRav She'ar Yashuv HaCohen, passed away last week. Listen for highlights of his fascinating life, which was a personification of Israel's rebirth and miraculous development.
And as always, The great Israeli Music Mix of new and nostalgic Israeli music.
On this edition of The Israel Show:
The bombing of the King David Hotel by the etze"l took place, last week, 70 years ago. This event more than all others has been twisted by anti-semites and used as a blood libel against the founders of Israel. TIS will review the history & deconstruct the lies.
Why is Jerusalem's municipality cracking down on "Ghost Apartments" ?
The special 3 weeks "slow & inspirational" music mix introduces a new song in memory of Hallel Yaffa Ariel HY"D and songs focusing on yerushalayim.
all this and more on the next live edition of TIS
On this edition of The Israel Show: What is the role of the army rabbinate in Tzahal? The Israel Show will take a look at two viewpoints in light of the controversy surrounding the recent appointment of Rabbi Eyal Krim to the post. Plus, the Israel-Turkey relationship, past present and future. The great Israeli music mix featuring new & nostalgic favorites.
The family of Hallel Yaffa Ariel have asked the public to join them on Har HaBayit tomorrow. Assuming that hundreds will join them in solidarity, how might this play out as the stakes are raised at our holiest site.
After decades of Ashkenazi dominance, the ministry of education announced a major initiative to also present the rich Sephardic heritage in Israel's school curriculum, sadly causing tensions rise again. TIS will explore.
The Israel music mix is dedicated to Naomi Shemer whose 12th yahrzeit is this coming Wednesday.
All that and more ....
On this edition of The Israel Show:
Al Jazeera recently produced a slick English language anti-Israel video, claiming that Israel glorifies Jewish terrorists - TIS will reply to the libel.
Whoever will be the next US president, we'll bet the US embassy stays in TLV. Analysis of a stupid lie, masquerading as a perennial campaign pledge.
And as always, a great Israeli music mix.
Hebron - last week. An Arab terrorist, lies on the ground, badly wounded, alive, but not an immediete threat. An Israeli soldier kills the Arab - shooting him in the head. Was the soldier's actions right or not - Should he be punished or praised ? the question is more complicated than it first seems. israeli society is debating its attitude toward the soldier after the shooting was captured on video, played over and over on TV news around the world.
and as always a great Israeli music mix.
Featuring: TIS looks back at the life of Meir Dagan, former head of Mossad who dedicated his life to the security of Israel. Also, Meir looks at Ehud Banai and the special relationship with his many fans. Plus, debuts of new songs from Danny Sanderson and Rami Kleinstein are part of the weekly Israeli music mix.
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And as always a great Israeli music mix includes new and nostalgic tracks.
On this edition of The Israel Show: Juggling career and home is always challenging for the working mom. But this case is unique. TIS explores the life of a Mossad agent Mom.
TIS reveals two unrelated but moving letters - a retiring Egged bus driver and an American volunteering for service in Tzahal.
And as always the great Israeli music mix.
On the next live edition of The Israel Show:
Follow up on last week's discussion about "what israel looked like in 1850" TIS discusses more "myths & facts"
soda-stream became an early target of the BDS'ers. Hear the reaction of the Arabs that are now out of a job.
The Israeli music mix includes new music by Yishai Ribo, releasing a new album this week.
What did Israel look like In the 1800's ? Was it the beautiful home to millions of Arabs as they claim ? An eyewitness report was written in 1869 by an American who traveled the land from north to south - TIS will share some quotes from the author - none other than Mark Twain.
The - TIS will sfamily of Israeli hero Roi Klein is celebrate a big Simchahare the good news.
And the weekly Israeli music mix includes several debuts including Shlomo Artzi and others. All that and more on the next live edition of TIS immediately following JM in the AM.
On this edition of the Israel show:
Yanush Ben Gal former IDF general and unsung hero of the Yom Kippur war passed away this weekend. TIS pays tribute by remembering his incalculable contribution to Israel's defense.
TIS continues coverage of Galei Zahal talk show host Razi Barkai who compared the bereaved mothers of Israelis to those of Arab terrorists.
The Israeli music mix includes selections from the newly released Shoshana Damari tribute album.
On this edition of The Israel Show: Elon Moreh, one of the first Jewish towns to be settled in the Shomron celebrates their 36th anniversary. TIS shares memories and a song released by the yishuv in honor of the milestone.
Hear the moving story behind Yishai Ribo's new song composed in tribute to Bayit HaYehudi leader Uri Orbach on his first yahrzeit, and of course TIS debuts the song.
All this and as always A great Israeli music mix.
Last week, the State of Israel unveiled, never before released, documents containing the final public requests of Adolph Eichmann. We uncover the surprising documents and share the moving reply of the State of Israel. The U.S. State Department announced a directive banning a "made in Israel" labeling for products of Yesha and the Golan. We'll analyze. A student initiative at a Yeshiva H.S. in Petach Tikvah has made big news in Israel, hear their heartwarming story. All that and the great weekly mix of Israeli music.
TIS will pay tribute to the beautiful life of Daphna Meir who was murdered yesterday at her home in Otniel.
From tragedy comes joy. Gil-ad Shaar would now be celebrating his 18th birthday. Rather than focus on the sadness of his murder, his family brought joy to thousands - hear about the "Gil-ad's Kitchen" initiative that took ISRAEL by storm.
Who is Danny Dayan and why did Brazil refuse to accept him as israel's new ambassador.
And as always a great Israeli music mix.
Featuring: Updates & analysis on the many breaking news stories out of Israel, Remembering Ilan Ramon on his 13th yahrzeit and clips from Caroline Glick's speech at the Bet Orot Dinner last week. Music debuts including new music from Udi Davidi as part of the Israeli music mix.
Arrests were announced yesterday in the Duma murder case and other, smaller crimes against non Jewish targets in Israel. Is there a dangerous terrorist organization of young Jews from Judea & Samaria? Did the shin bet use torture to extract confessions for innocent kids? If so, was it justified ? TIS continues the analysis of the larger issues in this evolving story.
The manhunt is still on for the Arab terrorist who shot up the cafe on Dizengoff this past Friday. What makes this attack very different from previous attacks ? TIS bring you up to the minute information and insights.
And as always the great Israeli music mix.
Is there a terrorist organization of young Jews on the hilltops of Samaria? The Shin Bet (Israel's internal security service) believes so and they are using enhanced interrogation methods to break those that they suspect. The families of those arrested are accusing the shin bet of torture. The Shin Bet promises indictments in the next few days. We will analyze the many aspects of the situation and separate fact from fiction.
Analysis of the two major stories in the Israeli headlines.
Israel's long reach finally gets the terrorist Samir Kuntar.
The dispute over the "ש��ר�� שת�ק�" organization - who are they and what do most Israelis object to about them.
Plus lots of musical debuts including Alon Olearchick of poorly fame, are part of the great Israeli music mix.
On this LIVE edition of The Israel Show:
A few days ago, Israeli President Ruby Rivlin met with President Obama at the White House. TIS shares thoughts on the media's comparing Rivlin's welcome to P.M. Netanyahu's. Also, where in NY did President Rivlin speak and why is his appearance raising much controversy.
Maoz Tzur, follows the ups and downs of Jewish history, ending with the Jewish People still in Exile and yearning for redemption. TIS explores several modern suggestions for a new stanza celebrating our return to Israel.
The always awesome music mix includes new & classic Israeli Chanuka songs.
For the past 2 weeks we've been sharing in the mourning of the Litman family. Now it's time to celebrate. Hear the story of - and sounds from - the wedding that united tens of thousands of Jews from around the world. On November 29th, 68 years ago, the UN passed resolution 181, creating a sovereign Jewish State in Eretz Yisrael, with international recognition, for the first time since the Maccabees. Often cited, but just as often misunderstood, we'll break down the events that led up to this day. Lots of musical debuts (including Idan Reichel) and beloved Israeli classics, make for another fantastic music mix, as The Israel Show kicks off our 4th year of live broadcasting on the NSN.
On this edition of The Israel Show: Last week, the EU recommended to their member countries that products made by Jews in Yehuda, Shomron & the Golan cannot be marked, "Product of Israel", but must be specially tagged / flagged "Product of the West Bank Israeli settlement" We interviewed Yaakov Berg, CEO of Psagot Winery, a leading winery in Eretz Binyamin. Hear (and cringe) at the remarks of John Kerry & the State Department spokesman about the attacks in France and the murder of Ezra Schwartz. and as always a great Israeli music mix. All this and more.
On this edition of The Israel Show: The murder of Rabbi Yaakov Litman and his son Netanel, this past Friday. The harrowing story of the children seated in the car who came face to face with the gunman and survived. The controversial Israeli decision that led to the swift capture of the terrorist.
The EU's decision to put a pejorative ID tag on products made by Jewish owned businesses in east Jerusalem, the Golan, Yehuda & shomron.
And as usual, a great Israeli music mix
Two professors from Harvard and University of Chicago publicly joined a boycott of Israel - writing in the Washington Post: "We are lifelong Zionists. Here's why we've chosen to boycott Israel." We'll examine their claims and answer their attacks. The debate continues: Should Israeli athletes compete in International sporting events when forced to hide their identity as Israelis - TIS will do a follow up on this story. The music mix includes lots of great "just released" Israeli music . All this and more.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Jews are stateless again! Specifically, Jewish judokas competing this past weekend in the Intl Judo Grand Slam. Israeli athletes were forced to compete without any Israeli mention, symbols or flags, competing with the letters IJF I/O ISR on their uniforms. Should Israeli athletes refuse to compete under these rules? Will this be a precedent for future events or even the Olympics? We give you the details and analysis.
On this edition of The Israel Show: The Mufti Haj Amin El- Husseini, his history of hate, libels and roles in the massacre of the Jews in Israel and the Holocaust.
Adam Zartel passed away last week. We remember the archaeologist as we explore his discovery of one of the most amazing Biblical finds in Israel.
On this edition of The Israel Show, learn how to read main stream media reports about Israel. We'll read cnn.com's recent post: "Israeli-Palestinian violence: What you need to know," pointing out the subtle biases and hidden misinformation, line by slanted line. The latest round of Arab terror in Israel claims to be the result of Jewish prayer on Har Habayit. TIS will explore the history of this recurring & recycled libel. and an Israeli music mix appropriate for the situation in Israel.
On this edition of The Israel Show: Eitam & Na'ama Henkin were gunned down by Arab terrorists on Chol Hamoed Succot. We pay tribute to these two exceptional people. The latest round of Arab terror in Israel claims to be the result of Jewish prayer on Har Habayit. We'll explore the history of this recurring & recycled libel. Have a listen to the State Dept double standard when judging Israel's actions in war as compared to U.S's recent activity in Afghanistan. and as usual a great Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show
The story of an Israeli soldier who fell in the 1948 battle for Yerushalayim, whose family finally got a grave site to visit just a few weeks ago - TIS brings you this amazing & moving story.
Remembering the Yom Kippur War - the unprecedented days of awe 42 years ago.
A special Erev Erev Yom Kippur Israeli music mix includes classic Israeli yamim noraim piyutim & new music collaboration by brothers Aharon & Yonatan Razel.
Tuesday is the yahrtzeit of Harav Avraham Yitzchak Hacohen Kook. TIS remembers this pioneering Torah Giant. "Sabena Hijacking - My Version" is an Israeli docu-drama about the first Arab terror hijacking. Hear why elements of the film, debuting in September, are very disturbing . Writer Leon Wieseltier never had kind words about PM Netanyahu. ("from the moment we met we disliked each other!") yet he supports Netanyahu's position on the Iran deal - We review Wieseltier thoughtful remarks. The Israel music mix includes selections of Sephardic Selichot - already in progress.
On this edition of The Israel Show: The courts demand the evacuation of an active synagogue in advance of its demolition. Where ? In Israel. Hear the frustrating story of the Givat Zev community.
Analysis of President Obama's misleading speech of last week, in defense of the Iran deal.
Senator Schumer's announcement that he will vote against the Iran bill.
As always, israeli music mix
Ten years to the day after the expulsion of over 8,500 Jews from Gush Katif in Gaza, TIS looks back at those heartbreaking events and looks forward asking what lessons can we learn about politicians’ promises, about the media complicity applying them to the pending Iran deal. The weekly Israeli music mix features songs relating to Gush Katif including a new song commemorating this 10th anniversary.
Last week it was revealed that two Israeli citizens are being held in Gaza by Chamas for almost a year.
How did they show up in Chamas's hands ? Why was it kept secret all this time ? Why was the secret finally revealed now? And what are the future ramifications of the exposure?
TIS will explore all the aspects of this difficult and troubling episode.
Plus an Israeli music mix of slow and inspirational music appropriate for this period.
As the 3 weeks of national mourning begin, Israel mourns the loss of 26 year old Malachi Rosenfeld, murdered by Arab terrorists last week. Hear his father's Heart-wrenching eulogy and the story of the Rosenfeld family. TIS shares with you the orders of the Army General Staff for שבעה עשר בתמוז. PLUS a special slow & inspirational Israeli music mix all this and more
The "flotilla" is set to hit the territorial waters of Israel Monday morning. Meir goes live at 9 A.M. ET / 4 P.M. Israel Time, bringing you the latest updates. In a related item, the past few years have seen a marked increase of hesder soldiers entering Israel's Navy. Meir explores the challenges of religious observance in an IDF submarine. As part of the weekly Israeli music mix, TIS debuts a new track from Israeli pop legend Danny Sanderson. All that and more.
On this edition of The Israel Show: after a 12 year court battle, the US Supreme Court ruled last week in Zivotofsky v.s. The Secretary of State. At issue, the State Department's refusal to recognize that Jerusalem is in Israel (or anywhere else for that matter). Tune in to TIS for an in depth interview with the plaintiff, Ari Zivotofsky who shares the fascinating inside story of this important case. As always, Meir presented a great mix of Israeli music.
A year has passed since the kidnapping and murder of Naftali, Gil-ad & Eyal. The three families call upon all of us to join in a day of UNITY this wed Jun 3rd
"Freshman" minister of culture, Miri Regev, takes on music icon Shalom Chanoch. TIS has the audio and analizes the continuing culture war in Israel.
On the musical front - Art Garfunkel is standing up to the BDS pressure - will be performing in Israel soon. Israeli artists pay tribute to him with a new recording of the Sounds of Silence (or as they write it די סאונד אוף סיילנס ) hear it first on TIS.
Analysis of P.M. Netanyahu's struggle to put the finishing touches on his government. The vile accusations against the IDF by an Israeli NGO Thoughts on the 70th anniversary of V.E. Day. And as always, a great Israeli Music mix.
A special Memorial Day edition of The Israel Show dedicated to Israel's fallen soldiers, featuring songs recorded in memory of specific soldiers killed in Operation Protective Edge, TIS will debut the songs and share the stories behind them.
Remembering Uri Orbach Z"L who passed away this morning at the age of 54.
How European countries and US Jews are trying to influence the Israeli elections and bring down P.M. Netanyahu.
Author and left wing proponent Amos Oz writes off 70% of Israeli's.
In last Monday's edition TIS "scooped" . . . The NY Times, (sorta). we'll tell you all about it.
Classmates of gil-ad Shar and naftali Frankel HY"D released a song in memory of their classmates and Eyal Yifrach. The Yeshivat mekor chaim students are joined by Avraham Fried, david daor, David Broza, Yonatan Razel, Yishai Ribo & Kobi Affllalo for this moving tribute. An Israel Show debut.
As always there's a great Israeli music mix.
The 3rd annual LIVE LIGHT Show featuring new takes on Chanuka favorites and Israeli songs of LIGHT - Or.
Meir Millim explains an enigmatic phrase in Moaz Tzur All about the new 929 project. The plot twists and convoluted turns of the past 7 days in TIS's Elections Countdown
Mainstream media maddening political correctness in reporting the Sydney Australia Hostage case. Mazal to to IDF hero Eitan. Big shake-ups in some of the major Israeli parties, Meir presents an up to the minute wrap up of the latest election maneuvers and breaking news as it happens. Plus the always great mix of nostalgic and new Israeli music.
Jonathan Pollard's Mossad handler speaks for the first time about Pollards capture by the CIA and the controversial Israeli reaction.
A tribute to Naftali Lau-Lavi who passed away this weekend.
Election countdown - TIS brings you updates as election season in Israel begins.
Plus the always great Israeli music mix.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir presented Yom Kippur War Recollections of one soldier, 41 years later. Author & Journalist Charles Krauthamer discussed what we can expect regarding Iran's nuclear plans and whether Israel will attack. Meir also takes a look at President Obama's slight of PM Netanyahu as they both sat in front of the international press at the White House. He played the audio evidence. All that and the usual mix of great Israeli music.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir featured new Meir Millim and Hasbara Highlights segments.
Gil Al'dema passed away yesterday (Sun) we may not all know his name but we all know his work. Meir discussed Gil Al'dema's unique contribution to Israeli music.
Also, Baba-Rock is a young & very creative band that describes itself as a combination of Rock & Jewish Soul. TIS debuted two new Baba-Rock songs, as part of today's special Israeli Yamim Noraim music mix.
On this editon of The Israel Show, Meir presented a moving Rosh Hashana message from Racheli Frankel, mother of Naftali HYD.
He was the guy that movies are made of. Remembering Israeli super spy, Mossad agent, Mike Harrari, who passed away yesterday.
A new and surprising rendition of an Israeli classic - ba'sha'na ha'ba'ah written during Operation Protective Edge, and inspiring Israeli music appropriate for the upcoming yamim noraim.
In 1973 Poogy released their first album סיפורי פוגי "Sipuray Poogy". 41 years later galei tzahal released "Sipuray Poogy - The Remake" featuring covers of every song on the original album, recorded by Israel's current leading artists. Meir debuted music from this exciting venture. A new Meir Millim segment continued to shed light on words related to light. The NY Times coverage of Israel must be really bad if a lifelong Liberal Democrat, President of the Reform Movement's central rabbinic organization has publicly cancelled his subscription. Meir shared his very well reasoned & documented explanation. Yehoram Gaon just released another song from his upcoming album you'll hear it first on The Israel Show. and this week's music mix features Israeli selections appropriate for the upcoming yamim noraim.
On this edition of The Israel Show with Meir Weingarten: All of Israel is talking about the heroism of "Eitan", the quiet, shy, 23 year old Givati officer who ran into a Hamas tunnel looking for Hadar Goldin Z"L. Eitan ultimately brought back the evidence that convinced the IDF that Hadar was dead. Meir shared his story & audio clips of an interview with "Eitan".
Australia & Canada seem to be Israel's best allies these days. Listen to commentary by an Australian broadcaster analyzing the Gaza situation.
Two musical debuts: Aharon Razel's new version of Nachamu Ami, and "Ata Ha'me'faked Sheli" (you are my commander) written by Yom Kippur War hero, Avigdor Kehalani in honor of his 70th birthday. Meir replayed the haunting song "20,000 people" in memory of "Lone" soldier Sean Carmeli and add in our usual mix of great Israeli music.
"18 days, 3 funerals & 1 more"
On this edition of The Israel Show with Meir covered the funerals of Naftali, Gil-ad and Eyal. In addition, he explored the current incendiary situation on all fronts in Israel.
On this edition of The Israel Show, we pray & hope to celebrate the return of Naftali Frankel, Eyal Yifrach & Gil-Ad Sher safe & sound to their families and homes. Meir discussed the latest updates from Israel. He shared audio clips that demonstrate the incredible insight & strength of Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz and Rachel Frankel. Also, spotlight on Avri Gilad, a popular Israeli TV personality, initiated the reciting of a perek tehillim on his live morning show - prayers for the kidnapped boys. (Gilad is a self declared secular Israeli.) Hear the feedback he got from the Israeli media and his fascinating reply to those critics.
On this edition of The Israel Show, as we pray & hope to celebrate the return of Naftali Frankel, Eyal Yifrach & Gil-Ad Sher safe & sound to their families and homes, Meir brought the listeners the latest updates from Israel. Hear their mothers address the people of Israel with amazing inner strength. Meir debuted a song written and performed by Eyal Yifrach just a few months ago that his friends introduced to the world yesterday (Sun). In addition he examined some of the broader issues that are now part of the public debate in Israel.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir focused on Chag HaShavuot with new takes on classic holiday songs. Remember סַ×�Öµ×�× ×�Ö¼ ×¢Ö·×� ×�ְּתֵפֵ×�× ×�Ö¼, sa'lai'nu al k'te'fai'nu ? Get ready to rock with a new version - it ain't your grandparents ×�Ö·×�Ö° ×�Ö·×�Ö° ×�Ö·×�Ö° ×�ַּתֹּף
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Several debut recordings in honor of Yom Yerushalayim including Ari Goldwag's new version of Yerushalayim Shel Zahav.
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"Now & Then" remembers Israel's bombing of the Iraqi Nuclear Reactor - Erev Shavuot 1981.
- "Hasbara Highlights" features "10 Myths Preventing an Israel-Arab Peace agreement"
On this edition of The Israel Show, In honor of Yom Yerushalayim, Meir debuted the song "Yerushalayim - ha'shalom ve'ha'yofee". Sung by Gad Elbaz - written by Ovadia Chamama for the national Yom Yerushalayim ceremony, this coming Wed.
Eli Cohen, the legendary Israeli spy, played a critical role in Israel's history. He was be remembered, 49 years after he was hanged in Damascus
"Hasbara Highlights: compelling arguments for Israel in 5 minutes or less" features "The Monster in the Middle East" a newly released presentation by Honest reporting.com
all that and the usual great mix of Israeli music
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir interviewed Author, Harvard Law School graduate, radio talk-show host and Kippa wearing Ben Shapiro. "Hasbara Highlights: compelling arguments for Israel in 5 minutes or less" features "The truth about the UN" a newly released presentation by former ambassador Danny Ayalon. Great music debut from Udi Davidi's new album, and as always a wonderful mix of new & nostalgic Israeli music.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir presents a Shushan Purim Musical Bonanza with beloved Israeli Purim songs new & old. Plus Meir Millim explains the various meanings of the word Ma'se'cha.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir addressed the fact that there is much misinformation & disinformation about the pending legislation in Israel regarding the drafting of charedim. Mayer dispelled many of the myths that have been put out by much of the charedi media (part 1 of several on this topic) & some thoughts on the Charedi demonstration that took place in Jerusalem earlier today. PLUS loads of great Israeli music.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir covered a number of important topics including: -This week hundreds of University students around the country will be participating in a viscous anti-Israel campaign. Welcome to "Israel Apartheid Week" on a college campus nearer to you than you want to admit. TIS takes a look at this troubling & growing phenomena. -"Hasbara Highlights" presents an excellent refutation of this new "blood libel". “Is Israel and Apartheid State ?” makes the compelling argument for Israel in 5 minutes. - A new Meir Millim segment explored the phrase אפיקים בנגב "Afikim BaNegev" (from Shir HaMaAlot said before Birkat Hamazon). and, of course, a great mix of new & nostalgic Israeli music featuring: Poogy , Yonatan Razel, Udi Davidi & much more
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir discussed the false allegation by EU president Martin Shultz re Israel’s allocation of water to the PA, he also presented commentary on the financial crisis @ Haddasah Hospital & the current legislation regarding drafting of the charedi population. Also, Meir presented a new Meir Millim segment on the word “va’yit’a’pek.”
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir explored the fact that Spain is debating a new law aimed at Sephardic Jews. You don't have to be Sephardic to be astounded by this story. Also Meir presented a new Meir Millim segment that "looked South" and, of course, a great mix of new & nostalgic Israeli music featuring: Naomi Shemer, Ariel Zilber, Yonatan Razel, Yehoram Gaon & More.
On this episode of The Israel Show, Meir explores how the Soda Stream Super Bowl ad has put the BDS (Boycott, Divest & Sanction) movement in the headlines. A sad addendum to the story are the Israeli celeb's who are creating their own BDS movement. Which Israeli artist refuses to accept the prestigious "ACUM" award and why? Meir revealed the names, uncovered the hypocrisy & discussed how Secretary of State John Kerry is aiding both the Internal & external BDS supporters. Hasbara Highlights segment featured clips of Canadian Prime Minister Harper's recent speech at the Knesset. What was the "hasbara"high point of the speech ? You can hear Meir's surprising answer. A new Meir Millim segment explored the words “nevailos & treifos”. and as always, Meir presented a great mix of new & classic Israeli music.
Debuts Galore - featuring brand new music, released within the last few days, by: Achinoam Nini, Amir Benayun, Udi Davidi & Odelya Berlin, mixed, as always, with beloved Israeli classics. Other topics include a shocking revelation about the US State Dept and The Muslim Brotherhood, reported in today's Yisrael HaYom newspaper.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir presented a moving �Now & Then� segment telling the heroic story of the �Lamed Hey.� A new Meir Millim segment dispelled a common misunderstanding in a one of the popular Shabbas zemiros, and as always there was a great mix of new & classic Israeli music.
On this episode, Meir presented a "Delightful Debuts" edition of The Israel Show: Featuring new releases by Poogy (from the new "final performance" DVD), Idan Reichel, Ovadia Chamama, Ethnix teaming up w/charedi singer Ohad Moskowitz & Botzer. And for good measure, Meir throws in some classics by Shlomo Artzi, Gali Atari, Ruti Navon, Ofra Chaza and more.
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir debuted some great tracks from the just released Double CD/DVD recorded LIVE at Poogy's final reunion performance last summer (including an awesome, rockin' version of Yo-Ya).
The remains of a building from the times of the Maccabees, over 2,000 years ago, was recently uncovered in the City of David archeological excavations. Meir presented the dramatic, historic details of this timely find.
Why don't those "peace talks" - between Israel and the Palenstinean Authority - ever end ? This weeks Hasbara Highlights segment had the answer.
and a great Israeli music mix including Yehoram Gaon, Shlomo Artzi, Yonatan Razel and more.
On this special Chanuka Edition of The Israel Show, Meir Weingarten debuted two new musical interpretations of classic Chanuka songs. Can we learn from history ? Meir recounted a little known episode of Maccabee history (not Maccabeats !) with surprising echoes for our times. If your "dreidel" is made out of "clay" you grew up in America. The Israel Show asked (with a smile) what do Israeli kids make dreidels out of and why don’t they use clay ? Often sung, not often understood, The Israel Show’s quick primer for Maoz Tzur. All that and a great special mix of Israeli Chanuka music.
On this episode of The Israel Show, Meir provided an analysis of Naftali Bennet's recent CNN interview and a recent audio Facebook post by President Shimon Peres. Meir also debuted a brand new Israeli version of Maoz Tzur and presented a new edition of the very popular Meir Millim segment. All that and another great mix of Israeli music.
On this edition of The Israel Show: NBC news is not usually a friendly voice on Israel issues. But even NBC can't ignore the heartwarming dedication of Israel's soldiers, traveling over 5,000 miles to give life saving medical aid in the storm ravaged Philippines. The Israel Show will proudly play the “NBC News” report. A very special Jew passed away on Shabbat. A quiet, warm and humble man, who was in a key position during many historic events, yet is unknown to most people. Meir will pay tribute to the memory of Yechiel Kadishai. This week's Hasbara Highlight features a presentation by Danny Ayalon entitled: "The truth about the so called west bank"
All that and another great mix of Israeli music. Don’t forget to LIKE TIS's FB page: facebook.com/theisraelshow
On this episode of The Israel Show with Meir Weingarten "You picked 'em, we play 'em" - The Israel Show music lineup features listener's picks as submitted on The Israel Show Facebook page. - with an eye on some recent US statements The Israel Show asks: "Are there any more busses left ?" How the Obama administration continues to betray Americas allies. - and a great brand new Meir Millim segment featuring the word בצע, betza. And don’t forget to LIKE TIS's FB page facebook.com/theisraelshow
On this episode of The Israel Show with Meir Weingarten: Ron Arad ? A Kuwaiti newspaper reported Wednesday of a deal in the works: Israel gets new information on Ron Arad in exchange for Iran receiving information on four of their diplomats missing in Lebanon since 1982. What new information is Israel looking for ? We'll reveal the surprising answer based on a report by Mossad insider journalist Ronen Bergman.
"Now & Then" looks back 38 years ago to the infamous zionism is racism resolution. Hear the voices of Chaim Herzog, Daniel Patrick Moynihan and President George HW Bush.
On the same theme, the "Hasbara Highlight" features "The UN vs. Israel" a 5 min primer by the director of the Touro human rights institute.
PLUS the usual Israeli music mix including more great "Israeli Dance Class" selections.
On this episode of The Israel Show Meir takes a look at the results of last week’s municipal elections and what they mean about the atmosphere of Israel's local government. Who (other than Israel) Is Being Injured by the Constant International Vilification of Israel ? The Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs presents an answer. You’ll hear this compelling piece of hasbara on the Israel Show. The usual mix of great Israeli music is being enhanced by selections chosen by “Helene (pronounced huh-lay-nuh) and the Monday Night Highland Park/Edison Israeli Dance class.” And meir invites other israeli dance groups to put in their song requests and announcements to
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On this edition of The Israel Show: A new installment of our ever popular Meir Millim segment takes a look at the word פיגוע and discovers some surprising meanings. We continue commemorating the yahrzeit of Harav Shlomo Carlebach with additional selections of Carlebach "covers" recorded by various Israeli artists. We'll introduce a, brand new just released, Yehoram Gaon song and also debut a cool number by the "groovetron" A Black South African, Israel and Apartheid Kenneth Meshow a Member of the South African Parliament explains why the charge that Israel is an apartheid State is a malicious lie. Who better to answer this question than someone who lived in a real apartheid state? We'll play the audio of this compelling piece of hasbara and as always a great mix of Israeli music
TIS commemorates the yahrzeit of Harav Shlomo Carlebach with a selection of Carlebach song "covers" recorded by various Israeli artists. The "Now & Then" segment recalls the shocking murder of Prime Minister Yitzchak Rabin exactly 18 years ago. TIS host, Meir Weingarten, who was in Israel at the time shares personal experiences related to the first political assassination in modern Israeli history. What the heck is the name of this month ? Cheshvan, Mar-Cheshvan, Marcheshvan or maybe something else ? This installment of the Meir Millim segment will answer that question. and as always a great mix of Israeli music
On this edition of The Israel Show, Meir continued the special 40th anniversary commemoration of the Yom Kippur War - The Israel Show explores the aftermath of the war: Including the final military positions, the loses of life, the "Agranat" Commission of Inquiry and the elections that followed the war.
Now that the chagim are over the Meir Millim segment explores the true meaning of the word "Chag," and as always a great mix of Israeli music. Please tell your friends about The Israel Show's FaceBook: facebook.com/theisraelshow
Commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War, the next edition of "The Israel Show" features songs from that difficult time in the history of Israel and a "Now & Then" segment with authentic audio clips recorded during the war.
On the next edition of The Israel Show: We feature an interview with Rabbi Dr Gidon Rothstein on "Why most observant Jewish Americans don't seriously consider fulfilling the mitzvah of living in Israel" We'll share a piece by Daniel Gordis of the Shalem Center, who brings a new and unique take on the question "Why Europe Has a Problem with Israel" (it's NOT the usual suspects) Possibly a Meir Millim segment on the phrase "ben ha'mei'tzarim" (depending on wether i finish it on time) updates on events in israel and slow and inspirational Israeli music, appropriate for the "three weeks"
On the next edition of "The Israel Show" - our "Now & Then" segment looks at the bombing of the Iraqi Nuclear reactor, 32 years ago this week. "Meir Millim" will explore the word "Meraglim" and we'll feature lots of great new & "throwback" Israeli Music.