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Ask Haviv Anything

Haviv Rettig Gur
Hamas
Israel
Zionism
Gaza
Colonialism
October 7
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Abraham Accords
Trauma
Hostages
Anti-Zionism
Palestinian Identity
Theodor Herzl
Holocaust
Judicial Reform In Israel
Israel-Palestine Conflict
Judaism
Gaza War
Be'er Sheva
Kibbutz Be'eri

"Ask Haviv Anything" is a podcast about history, a podcast you, dear listener, will help to shape and direct, focusing not just on what I want to talk about but on what you want to learn and discuss. Nothing is off limits. We're going to talk about big and painful things, and also beautiful and fascinating things, wars and identities and painful history. And also more light-hearted things. Humor m... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Fox
Frontline conflict researcher, former British Army Major
Henry Jackson Society, Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security, Macdonald-Laurier Institute, Euro-Med Middle East Council
Episode: Episode 81: Israel's future and the ticking Gaza clock, with Andrew Fox
Roya Hakakian
A writer, poet, and human rights advocate who grew up in Tehran and fled to the US after the 1979 revolution.
Author and Fellow at Yale University
Episode: Episode 75: Power, fear, and the survival of the Iranian regime, with Roya Hakakian
Elizabeth R. Hyman
Author and historian with a dual master's degree in history and library and information science.
Episode: Episode 72: The women fighters behind the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, with Elizabeth R. Hyman
Barry S. Strauss
American military historian, expert on ancient military history.
Hoover Institution, Cornell University
Episode: Episode 70: The warrior Jews who terrified Rome, with Barry Strauss
Moshe Koppel
Chairman of the Kohelet Forum
Kohelet Forum
Episode: Episode 69: Israel's great divide - An insider's look at the judicial reform, with Moshe Koppel
Ashley Rindsberg
Journalist focusing on media manipulation and online information warfare
Episode: Episode 65: The unseen editors rigging the information war, with Ashley Rindsberg
Izabella Tabarovsky
Scholar of Soviet Jewry and contemporary anti-Semitism, senior fellow at the Z3 Institute and Wilson Center.
Episode: Episode 64: The Soviet roots of today's antizionism, with Izabella Tabarovsky
Dr. Tal Becker
Vice president of the Shalom Hartman Institute, former legal advisor of Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and an expert on international law and peace negotiations.
Shalom Hartman Institute
Episode: Episode 60: Does it matter what the world thinks? A conversation with Dr. Tal Becker
Tal Shoham
Former hostage who recounts his experience and insights on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Episode: Episode 58: Rebuilding after disaster with ex-hostage Tal Shoham

Host

Haviv Rettig Gur
Host of Ask Haviv Anything

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Chanukah and miracles and gratitude

    Haviv, this shi’ur moved me deeply and has provided me with huge uplift, and grist to soldier on. Here in New Zealand, in a region without Jewish community, lighting candles alone, you have illuminated this chag for me. Deep gratitude…. A miracle has occurred here 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaxxCatt
    New Zealand2 months ago
  • Intelligent and compelling

    This is one of the most important sources of sound information expounding the Jewish perspective and plight in the history and politics of the Middle East. Always challenging and enlightening bringing much needed balance and clarity to the discussion of all things related to Israel and it’s people as well as other current topics in the news. Excellent podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    get30inc
    United States2 months ago
  • Highly recommend

    Exceptionally helpful for understanding the history and background for the Jewish people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LynnKL
    United States2 months ago
  • Is Haviv the Moshiach?

    How is it that Haviv manages to articulate ideas that most of us can barely sense in our own hearts? His gift for giving language to complexity is remarkable. It’s said that one of the defining qualities of the Moshiach will be a profound mastery of speech, the ability to communicate truth with clarity and depth. In that sense, I’ve yet to encounter anyone who comes close to Haviv’s capacity to express the inexpressible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rachethebest
    Israel2 months ago
  • The best information source on the Middle-East

    This is the most informative podcast for information about the peoples of the Middle-East, not just the Jewish nation. Not just the politics and religious motives driving this region, but details the motivation behind the strategies and policies at play. Haviv is a true liberal, and hands out criticism in equal measure to his government, as well as Israel's enemies. And base that on empirical fact. Love this guy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ampie_1
    South Africa2 months ago

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The host is praised for eloquence and mastery in presenting sensitive subjects, although some critiques highlight occasions of disappointing discussions that lack nuance.
Listeners value the informative nature of the discussions, seeking both historical context and current relevance.
Listeners appreciate the show's ability to tackle complex topics with clarity and depth.
Many find the insights provided to be transformative, enriching their understanding of the Middle East and Jewish identity.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#42
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#76
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#53
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#93
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#63
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#175
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 81: Israel's future and the ticking Gaza clock, with Andrew Fox
Q: Why is returning to war in Gaza a terrible idea?
It's unlikely to achieve disarmament of Hamas and would lead to unnecessary devastation and international condemnation, complicating Israel's situation further.
Episode 81: Israel's future and the ticking Gaza clock, with Andrew Fox
Q: What do you mean the clock is running out? And what kind of dangers does Israel face?
Israel faces various geopolitical threats which are currently understated, but the constant pressure from time and international opinion is detrimental to its long-term security, particularly with relations with the US shifting.
Episode 76: How elites drive Jew-hatred, with Hussein Aboubakr Mansour
Q: What is the future of Western societies regarding anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism?
The discussion stresses a pessimistic outlook, predicting that without significant changes, these ideologies will only grow stronger within Western cultures.
Episode 76: How elites drive Jew-hatred, with Hussein Aboubakr Mansour
Q: Why do Jews become the center of so many ideological battles?
Hussein explains that Jews are often used in ideological battles due to their unique position in elite circles, making them both a target for criticism and a symbolic representation of broader social issues.
Episode 72: The women fighters behind the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, with Elizabeth R. Hyman
Q: What happens to them after the war?
Three of the five women survived; their stories culminated in diverse post-war paths, some continuing to contribute to Jewish history while overcoming societal challenges.

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The podcast offers a thorough examination of historical and current geopolitical issues, particularly focusing on the Jewish experience and the dynamics of the Middle East. It features in-depth discussions that tackle complex subjects such as anti-Semitism, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and various historical narratives that shape contemporary issues. By engaging expert guests from diverse backgrounds, the content aims to provide listeners with a multifaceted understanding of these topics while ensuring a balance of informative discourse and humanity's emotional dimensions. Unique in its approach, it blends serious analysis with personal anecdotes and perspectives, creating a space where listeners can engage with both weighty and lighte... more

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2. Roya Hakakian
3. Elizabeth R. Hyman
4. Barry S. Strauss
5. Moshe Koppel
6. Ashley Rindsberg
7. Izabella Tabarovsky
8. Dr. Tal Becker

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