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Israel Policy Pod

Israel Policy Forum
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Israel Policy Forum

A weekly podcast that goes beyond the headlines to bring you analysis from Israel Policy Forum experts and distinguished guests.

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On this week’s episode, Israel Policy Forum Policy Advisor and Tel Aviv-based journalist Neri Zilber and Israel Policy Forum Director of Strategic Initiatives and IPF Atid Shanie Reichman discuss the state of play in the Iran crisis, potential upcomi... more

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On this week’s episode, Israel Policy Forum Policy Advisor and Tel Aviv-based journalist Neri Zilber hosts military affairs analyst Yaakov Lappin. They discuss the current state of play in the U.S.-Iran crisis, including the domestic turmoil in Iran ... more

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On this week’s episode, Israel Policy Forum Policy Advisor and Tel Aviv-based journalist Neri Zilber hosts Barak Herscowitz, an Israeli political commentator and former aide to Naftali Bennett. They discuss the reasons why Barak left the Likud party,... more

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On this week’s episode, Israel Policy Forum Policy Advisor and Tel Aviv-based journalist Neri Zilber hosts Naysan Rafati, senior Iran analyst at the International Crisis Group. They discuss the ongoing protests across Iran against the regime, the str... more

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Recent Guests

Barak Herscowitz
Israeli political analyst and media strategist, former advisor to Naftali Bennett, and host of the podcast Unpopular Opinion.
Episode: The Likud, Naftali Bennett, and Israeli Politics
Matan Sivek
Co-founder of the Hostage and Missing Families Forum
Hostage and Missing Families Forum
Episode: Tenuous Ceasefires and the Story Behind the Hostages Families Forum
Jacob Magid
US Bureau Chief at The Times of Israel and former West Bank Correspondent.
The Times of Israel
Episode: What's Next for the Gaza Ceasefire?
Nimrod Novik
Israel Fellow at Israel Policy Forum and former senior advisor to Shimon Peres
Israel Policy Forum
Episode: The State of the PA: Between Annexation and Recognition
Ibrahim Dalalsha
Head of the Horizon Center think tank in Ramallah and a long-time advisor at the US Consulate in Jerusalem
Horizon Center
Episode: The State of the PA: Between Annexation and Recognition
Jeremy Issacharoff
Former senior Israeli diplomat and current senior fellow at the Institute for Policy and Strategy
Institute for Policy and Strategy
Episode: The Diplomatic Tsunami
Alana Zeitchik
Israeli-American advocate, speaker, and writer, known for her advocacy related to the hostage crisis.
Episode: The Hostage Crisis: Alana Zeitchik’s Fight for Her Family
Raz Zimmt
Director of Iran and the Shi'ite Access Research Program at the Institute for National Security Studies
Institute for National Security Studies
Episode: Israel and Iran at War (Webinar Recording)
Ken Pollack
Vice President for Policy at the Middle East Institute
Middle East Institute
Episode: Israel and Iran at War (Webinar Recording)

Hosts

Shanie Reichman
Director of Strategic Initiatives and IPF Atid at Israel Policy Forum, engaging in discussions about Israel's policies and youth engagement.
Neri Zilber
A journalist based in Tel Aviv and Policy Advisor to Israel Policy Forum, hosting discussions on critical geopolitical issues relating to Israel.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 358 ratings
  • Way left and ignorant

    Smart people omitting necessary coverage and info. They go on and on about the Machiavellian government and why the war should stop without any attention to the big questions - how do you stop a a war with people intent on killing you? With people who have no desire for peace? Who will not release hostages unless bad guys stay armed and in control as your neighbor? Where is the coverage? They need at least equal time to these views, or they have lost the listener to their seeming naivety and ign... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ToneDeafRabbitt
    United States6 months ago
  • The Most Insightful Weekly Podcast on Israel

    The rotation of guests on the show is excellent - from journalists, policy experts, military and government representatives, and more. Good hearing from Israeli as well as Arab perspectives. Their coverage of the current situation and discussion of future scenarios in the region is in depth and thoughtful. I look forward to listening every week and getting a little more of a handle on a very complex situation!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listener from New York
    United Statesa year ago
  • Liberal rubbish

    I was hoping for some intelligent insight. This does not provide that.

    Even Westerners with half a brain know Netanyahu isn’t a great politician. Yet this pod is fixated on him.

    Hardly a mention of the Iranian backed terror organisations that have killed babies, children and teenagers and most likely the rest of the hostages. No mention of the innocent civilians that DO exist in Gaza who are injured and killed because the terrorists who instigated this war keep hostages in occupied apartment... more

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    Stick to facts
    Australia2 years ago
  • My perspective from the US: Highly Slanted

    These commentators ignore whole swaths of information and it detracts from what could be a helpful policy conversation. There are so many examples. Here are some but far from all:

    1. Biden has encouraged Iran’s aggression of Hamas/Houthi/Hezbollah through endless billions in sanctions relief, and blowing up the Abraham accords

    2. Biden’s State Dept has generated so many mixed messages including many warnings to Israel to not attack Gaza including ON Oct. 7 th

    3. Pretense that Biden is running a... more

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    old lady geologist
    United States2 years ago
  • Good on US and ISR policies poor on Gaza campaign

    Some very informative analyses on recent UNSC resolution and its somewhat comical aftermath.

    Poor on Gaza campaign:

    It was commented before the 500 trucks would enter daily and these days only 200 enter makes it sound not paid enter Gaza while in reality only 50 trucks carried food daily hence today more food enters than before. The issue with trucks attacked and siphoned to Hamas storages, hence the hunger is manufactured by Hamas was not mentioned.

    Similarly there was a complaint regarding lev... more

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    3
    IgalGreenberg
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Overall, the analysis is regarded as well-informed and thought-provoking, appealing to those seeking in-depth political discussions.
The rotation of guests is often noted as a strength, providing diverse viewpoints on Israeli policy.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's depth and insightful perspectives on complex issues.
Some reviews indicate a perception of bias, particularly from more conservative listeners.

Chart Rankings

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

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#195
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#80
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#180
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#186
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#233
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Another Round With Iran?
Q: Is Israel ready for another round or worse with Iran?
Lappin assesses that Israel may not want to go to war at the moment because the objectives are unclear, and he emphasizes the need for a maximum attack strategy if military action is considered.
Another Round With Iran?
Q: Where do you see things as we stand today?
Lappin explains that the outcome of the security situation is not in the hands of the Israeli government but rather in Washington, D.C., and discusses President Trump's influence on the situation.
Where Does Iran Go From Here?
Q: What tools does Trump actually have in his toolbox to make good on those threats?
The potential U.S. responses could include sanctions, increased support for satellite communications, covert operations, or military strikes.
The Highs and Lows of 2025
Q: What are your predictions for 2026?
Shira Efron predicts that Israel will be forced to gradually allow some presence of the Palestinian Authority in Gaza.
The Highs and Lows of 2025
Q: What do you think the biggest surprise of 2025 was?
Michael Koplow states it was President Trump's different stance on Israeli-Palestinian issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Israel Policy Pod

What is Israel Policy Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly series presenting insightful analysis and discussions regarding the current political landscape surrounding Israel. Episodes cover a range of pertinent topics, including developments in Gaza, U.S.-Israel relations, the complexities of hostage negotiations, and the implications of regional geopolitics. The conversations often involve experts from the Israel Policy Forum, providing listeners with nuanced perspectives on significant historical events and contemporary challenges affecting Israel and its relationships with neighboring entities and global powers.

What sets this show apart is its commitment to addressing contentious issues with depth and balanced viewpoints, featuring a rotation of knowledgeable guests from diverse field... more

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1. Barak Herscowitz
2. Matan Sivek
3. Jacob Magid
4. Nimrod Novik
5. Ibrahim Dalalsha
6. Jeremy Issacharoff
7. Alana Zeitchik
8. Raz Zimmt

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