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Basic Law

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Hamas
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Judicial Reform
Palestinian Statehood
Shin Bet
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Israeli Democracy
International Law
Judiciary
United Nations
Supreme Court
Iran
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Supreme Court Of Israel
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Israel Law and Liberty Forum

Welcome to “Basic Law,” the new JNS show hosted by Aylana Meisel, Executive Director of the Israel Law and Liberty Forum. This series dives deep into Israel’s legal system, dissecting the most pressing legal and constitutional issues facing the nation today.

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Latest Episodes

Is the International Criminal Court finally facing its biggest reckoning yet?

Host Aylana Meisel examines Secretary of State Marco Rubio's campaign to dismantle the ICC and asks a deeper question: has the court become a political institution rather ... more

David Zini's remarks about where the Shin Bet's loyalty belongs have ignited a fierce national debate, but this episode reveals that the controversy is about far more than one security chief. In this episode of Basic Law, Aylana Meisel-Diament and co... more

What if the solution to Israel's judicial crisis isn't more political power, but less judicial power?

In this thought-provoking episode of Basic Law, Aylana Meisel unpacks the standoff between Israel's Supreme Court and Justice Minister Yariv Levin... more

Federal Judge Roy Altman joins Basic Law to break down the legal case behind the headlines, exposing how international institutions, media narratives and political activism collide in the battle over Israel's legitimacy. Viewers will learn how legal ... more

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Roy Altman
Federal Judge, author of Israel on Trial
U.S. judiciary / author
Episode: The ICC Case Against Israel: Law, Legitimacy and Public Opinion
Alan Dershowitz
Professor of Law, contributor on defamation and free speech
Harvard Law School
Episode: How Do You Fight a False Story? Free Speech, Anti-Zionism and the Law
Josh Hammer
Author, Israel and Civilization; host of The Josh Hammer Show; editor at large at Newsweek
Newsweek; author of Israel and Civilization
Episode: The Future of NATO: Has America Outgrown It?
Natasha Hausdorff
Barrister and legal director of UK Lawyers for Israel
UK Lawyers for Israel
Episode: The Big Lie About the Iran War: What International Law Actually Says
Amiad Cohen
Head of Heirut, Center for Israeli Liberty
Heirut, Center for Israeli Liberty
Episode: The case for a new democratic chamber—and why it could fix Israeli politics
Robert Mike Doran
Senior Fellow, Hudson Institute; Middle East security analyst
Hudson Institute
Episode: Trump's Gaza Plan and His Big Hamas Problem
Rabbi Mark Goldfeder
Constitutional lawyer and founder of the National Jewish Advocacy Center
National Jewish Advocacy Center
Episode: How Can the Law Limit Mamdani’s Policy Agenda?
Greg Dolin
Civil rights expert and former Supreme Court justice in Palau
Episode: They 'Globalized the Intifada'...Should America Ban the Chant Now?
Yonatan Green
Israeli legal scholar and author
Author of Rogue Justice
Episode: Major Israeli Official Caught in Cover-Up and It's Getting Ugly!

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Aylana Meisel-Diamant
Host of Basic Law; Executive Director of the Israel Law and Liberty Forum

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Dennis Karpf

    Clear, analytical, knowledgeable and well spoken legal interviews which are important for Israeli Parlimentary party system, separation of powers, voting, judiciary, prime minister and policy which impact interpretation and application of Basic Law and Declaration of Independence.

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    dennis.karpf
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Strong authority on constitutional and civil rights topics, helpful for listeners tracking legal reforms.
Thoughtful, rigorous legal analysis with clear reasoning.
High-quality guests who provide nuanced takes on complex issues.
Polished interviews that stay anchored in law and policy rather than sensationalism.
Consistently relevant to policymakers, scholars, and professionals seeking deep dives into Israeli law and policy.

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#33
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#35
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Apple Podcasts
#147
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Apple Podcasts
#189
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The David Zini Controversy: To Whom Does the Shin Bet Owe Its Loyalty?
Q: Explain to me what's happening and why all hell is breaking loose around these statements.
The guest explains that the controversy centers on power dynamics between Israel's elected branches and the judiciary, arguing that certain public servants owe allegiance to the state rather than to a court-driven notion of rule of law, and that the court's expansive interpretations have created a crisis of accountability and overreach.
The ICC Case Against Israel: Law, Legitimacy and Public Opinion
Q: Could you explain how the Montevideo Convention criteria apply to Israel and why many critics say Israel is illegitimate despite meeting those criteria?
Israel meets all four Montevideo criteria—defined borders, defined population, capacity for foreign relations, and a centralized government—so under that test it is a legitimate state. Critics who claim illegitimacy often rely on political narratives or selective legal arguments rather than applying the Montevideo framework consistently.
The ICC Case Against Israel: Law, Legitimacy and Public Opinion
Q: Your book argues six core accusations against Israel are legal claims analyzed with a consistent methodology. How does applying this legal framework alter the conversation around those claims?
The framework provides a structured, rule-based way to evaluate each claim, distinguishing legal questions from political rhetoric, and showing that many assertions can be tested against established international-law standards, which helps separate fact from rumor and reduces shouting matches.
Trump's Gaza Plan and His Big Hamas Problem
Q: Now, why is disarming Hamas such an international priority beyond, let's say, Egypt and Israel?
Because Hamas represents a unique, asymmetric threat that could shape regional balance, and its disarmament is seen as essential to stabilizing Gaza, deterring Iran proxies, and enabling reconstruction under international oversight.
They 'Globalized the Intifada'...Should America Ban the Chant Now?
Q: Are there measures that should be advanced that would be protected?
The U.S. should be more robust in examining who it allows in regarding visas, and there should be consequences for organizations that support extremist ideologies.

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What is Basic Law about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on Israel's legal and constitutional landscape, featuring deep-dive conversations with legal scholars, policymakers, and industry-focused commentators. Core topics include free speech, judiciary reforms, national security law, and how legal processes intersect with politics in Israel and beyond. A standout aspect is its blend of high-profile legal experts and policy advocates, offering rigorous analysis tied to current events, often with a strong emphasis on accountability, civil rights, and the rule of law. This makes it a strong fit for audiences like legal professionals, policymakers, and business leaders who need to understand how legal developments could affect regulatory and political risk in Israel and related region... more

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2. Alan Dershowitz
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4. Natasha Hausdorff
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7. Rabbi Mark Goldfeder
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