Rephonic
Artwork for Boundless Insights

Boundless Insights - with Aviva Klompas

Boundless Israel, Inc.
Israel
Hamas
Iran
Antisemitism
Gaza
United States
Anti-Semitism
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Hezbollah
Middle East
Jewish Identity
Trump Administration
Zionism
Judaism
Donald Trump
Syria
Benjamin Netanyahu
Foundation For Defense Of Democracies
International Law
Nuclear Weapons

When it comes to Israel, antisemitism, and American Jewry, the conversations are seemingly endless—there are so many perspectives and so many difficult questions that it can be hard to know where to start.That’s why we created Boundless Insights—to bring you thoughtful, in-depth, and engaging discussions to help make sense of the issues.Our goal is to become your trusted source for insights that a... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes163Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsNews CommentaryReligion & SpiritualityJudaism

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Boundless Insights

Latest Episodes

We want to hear from you. Send questions and comments to podcast@boundlessisrael.org or message Aviva on X at @avivaklompas.

As the Trump administration weighs its next move on Iran, Israel faces a familiar but uncomfortable question: What happens i... more

After fighting publicly for the return of her son Hersh from Gaza, Rachel Goldberg-Polin joins the podcast to reflect on grief, uncertainty, love, and the challenge of continuing to live after profound loss.

Drawing from her new book When We See You... more

Hussain Abubakr Mansour joins Dr. Rachel Fish to examine antisemitism, antizionism, and the ideological currents shaping American public life after October 7. Mansour reflects on growing up in a society where Jews were largely absent but antisemitic ... more

We want to hear from you. Send questions and comments to podcast@boundlessisrael.org or message Aviva on X at @avivaklompas.

Hannah Senesh is one of the most iconic figures of Israel’s pre-state history - a young poet and parachutist whose story has... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

What Matters Now
What Matters NowThe Times of Israel
Ask Haviv Anything
Ask Haviv AnythingHaviv Rettig Gur
For Heaven's Sake
For Heaven's SakeShalom Hartman Institute, Ark Media

Recent Guests

Hussein Aboubakr Mansour
Writer and thinker focusing on antisemitism, the Middle East, and ideological currents shaping global discourse
Substack: Abrahamic Metacritic
Episode: Antisemitism Has a Big Future – with Hussein Abubakr Mansour
Matti Friedman
Author and journalist, author of Out of the Sky, Heroism and Rebirth in Nazi Europe
Writer based in Jerusalem for the Free Press
Episode: Heroes And Symbols – with Matti Friedman
Michael Rapaport
Actor, comedian, sports fanatic, and reality TV personality
Self/Guest on Boundless Insights
Episode: Lighten Up – with Michael Rapaport
Einat Wilf
Former member of Israel's Parliament and founder of OZ
OZ (political party)
Episode: The State of the State at 78 – with Dr. Einat Wilf
Rabbi Doron Perez
Rabbi and father of Daniel Perez, president of the World Zionist Organization
World Zionist Organization
Episode: Remembering Daniel – with Rabbi Doron Perez
Jonathan Schanzer
Executive Director, Foundation for Defense of Democracies; former terrorism finance analyst at the Treasury Department
Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Episode: A War Without a Winner? – with Jonathan Schanzer
Eli Lake
Staff columnist at The Free Press; contributing editor at Commentary Magazine; host of Breaking History
The Free Press; Commentary Magazine
Episode: Who Won the War? – with Eli Lake
Dan Shapiro
Ambassador, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel; Distinguished fellow at the Atlantic Council
Atlantic Council
Episode: Is the Iran War Ramping Up or Winding Down – with Dan Shapiro
Pamela Nadell
Professor, historian of American Jewish life, author
American University (implied)
Episode: Antisemitism, an American Tradition – with Pamela Nadell

Host

Aviva Klompas
Host of Boundless Insights with extensive involvement across Boundless Israel and Boundless Insights platforms.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 300 ratings
  • An outstanding podcast!!!

    Aviva is a brilliant interviewer. She has fascinating guests, and goes in depth into the most interesting and timely topics related to Israel and the Middle East. I never miss an episode. This podcast is not only excellent. It’s BEYOND excellent!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LouYehi75
    United Statesa month ago
  • Refreshing

    Aviva always has interesting guests bringing the information one is looking for.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vikidore
    South Africa3 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Add this podcast to your learning repertoire!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E.SoRelle
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent

    Great insight, I always tune into the episodes with ambassador Oren and I have even bought a few of his books at famously reduced prices!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    noelemdondsbd
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • My go to podcast

    Thank you for being there to inform us and keep us together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crataegus101
    United Kingdom8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host draws out nuanced insights from a diverse set of guests.
Listeners value the depth and breadth of expert perspectives.
Guests often include prominent diplomats and policy analysts, indicating high relevance for professionals.
Some episodes have download or platform issues noted by listeners.
Overall, the show is seen as a reliable source for informed discourse on Middle East affairs.

Chart Rankings

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

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Antisemitism Has a Big Future – with Hussein Abubakr Mansour
Q: What can Americans do to counter this trend at the community level?
Engage in broad-based education, resist identity-based shortcuts, support independent, credible media and higher education reforms, and invest in creating alternative institutions that counteract biased narratives with rigorous analysis and transparent funding.
Antisemitism Has a Big Future – with Hussein Abubakr Mansour
Q: How does anti-Semitism become a moral language in the progressive world?
Historically, progressive thought absorbed anti-imperial critique and post-colonial theory, but as these ideas evolved, some strands of academia reframed Zionism as the negative symbol and Palestine nationalism as progressive, thereby recasting anti-Semitism as part of a broader moral critique.
Antisemitism Has a Big Future – with Hussein Abubakr Mansour
Q: Why is anti-Semitism such an efficient tool compared to other forms of propaganda?
Anti-Semitism has a unifying ability, bringing together disparate groups with seemingly nothing in common by providing a clear enemy and a negative identity, which makes it a potent instrument for political mobilization and messaging in a polarized era.
Antisemitism Has a Big Future – with Hussein Abubakr Mansour
Q: Tell our listeners exactly what you mean by what that investment looks like, very concretely.
Investments are made through media networks like Al Jazeera, funding for universities (Georgetown), and specific programs such as the Bridge Initiative; these projects produce and circulate research and narratives that frame Islamophobia or anti-Semitism in ways favorable to certain patrons, while enabling influence over curricula and public discourse.
Heroes And Symbols – with Matti Friedman
Q: How do the parachutists' personal choices contrast with how they're remembered?
They were real people with flaws and diverse motives, but the memory project around them emphasizes courage and action, sometimes eclipsing the complexities of their individual stories.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Boundless Insights

What is Boundless Insights about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Boundless Insights features in-depth discussions on Israel, antisemitism, and American Jewry, pairing seasoned diplomats, scholars, and policy experts with hosting that emphasizes empirical context and nuanced analysis. Episodes routinely explore geopolitical flashpoints in the Middle East, the legality and ethics of foreign policy choices, and the narratives shaping public opinion. A notable strength is the host's ability to extract practical takeaways from complex debates, while frequently spotlighting legal, diplomatic, and historical perspectives that help listeners understand both immediate events and long-running dynamics. The show often presents a broad spectrum of expert voices—from former ambassadors to professors and think-tank an... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Boundless Insights?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Boundless Insights. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Boundless Insights and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Boundless Insights get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Boundless Insights, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Boundless Insights?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Boundless Insights, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Boundless Insights have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Boundless Insights has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Boundless Insights?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Boundless Insights:

1. What Matters Now
2. Ask Haviv Anything
3. For Heaven's Sake
4. Call Me Back - with Dan Senor
5. The Times of Israel Daily Briefing

How many episodes of Boundless Insights are there?

Boundless Insights launched 2 years ago and published 163 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Boundless Insights?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Boundless Insights?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Boundless Insights from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Boundless Insights?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Boundless Insights. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Boundless Insights?

Recent guests on Boundless Insights include:

1. Hussein Aboubakr Mansour
2. Matti Friedman
3. Michael Rapaport
4. Einat Wilf
5. Rabbi Doron Perez
6. Jonathan Schanzer
7. Eli Lake
8. Dan Shapiro

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days