
A podcast powered by Jewish National Fund where we'll be sharing with you stories of interesting people doing fascinating work all over Israel. #poweredbyJNF
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | JudaismReligion & Spirituality | |||

Host Steven Shalowitz sits down with journalist and author Yaakov Katz to unpack While Israel Slept: How Hamas Surprised the Most Powerful Military in the Middle East. Katz argues that October 7 wasn't a "mystery failure," but the result of a long-ru... more
Host Steven Shalowitz speaks with veteran Israeli diplomat Shahar Azani in a special IsraelCast episode recorded on October 13, 2025—just hours after the final 20 hostages were released from Hamas captivity. Framing the moment as a "miracle" and the ... more
Host Steven Shalowitz speaks with former hostage Tal Shoham, who was abducted from Kibbutz Be'eri on October 7 and held in Gaza for 505 days. Tal recalls the terrifying moments of barricading with his family and ultimately surrendering to prevent a d... more
Episode: 234 - Host Steven Shalowitz welcomes multi-hyphenate entertainer and podcaster Jonah Platt for a candid conversation about Jewish representation, advocacy, and dialogue in a polarized era. Platt argues that contemporary Jews are often flatte... more
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This podcast is so good I can’t wait for the next …. Steven is brilliant and the variety of people interviewed is fantastic
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Love these podcasts because the topics are relevant to what’s going on in the world. There is a sense of intimacy to the conversations that bring me in to the discussion.
A great interviewer. This podcast is an important addition to our understanding of Israel and its people outside of the usual blaring headlines and slanted coverage of much of the media. Shalowitz is a pleasure to listen to, insightful, and genuinely likes people.
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The podcast features interviews with a diverse array of guests, focusing on their unique contributions and experiences within Israel. Topics range from cultural identity and representation to pressing social issues such as antisemitism and community building. Conversations explore the intersections of personal narratives and broader societal themes, providing listeners with rich insights into the various facets of Israeli life and Jewish identity. The commitment to presenting balanced perspectives makes it distinctive, as it aims to bridge gaps in understanding about Israel in contemporary contexts.
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Recent guests on IsraelCast include:
1. Yaakov Katz
2. Jonah Platt
3. Shabbos Kestenbaum
4. Asaf Romirowsky
5. Alon Day
6. Dr. Tsvi Sheleg
7. Amotz Eyal
8. Gregg Roman
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