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As antisemitism continues to rise around the world, what forces are driving its spread, and how are they shaping public attitudes toward Jews and Israel? On this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz welcomes Charles Asher Small to explore the... more

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In this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz welcomes back Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Sarit Zehavi for an in-depth conversation about Israel's security challenges, the ongoing threat of Hezbollah, and the battle against misinformation. Zehavi ... more

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On this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Catherine Perez-Shakdam for a candid conversation on extremism, antisemitism, and the forces shaping the Middle East and the West. Drawing from her firsthand experiences, Catherine d... more

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On this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz and Professor Roberta Rosenthal Kwall explore the growing polarization within American Jewry and the political, religious, and ideological divides shaping the Jewish community today. From debates o... more

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Recent Guests

Charles Asher Small
Founding director and president of the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy
Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy
Episode: Charles Asher Small: Uncovering the Influences Behind Rising Antisemitism
Sarit Zehavi
Founder and president of the Alma Research and Education Center and former IDF Intelligence Corps officer
Alma Research and Education Center
Episode: Sarit Zehavi: Living on the Front Lines of Israel's Future
Catherine Perez-Shakdam
Executive Director of the Institute for Free Societies; Chief Policy Advisor at Stop the Hate UK
Institute for Free Societies; Stop the Hate UK
Episode: Extremism, Propaganda, and the Fight Against Antisemitism
Roberta Rosenthal Kwall
Raymond P. Nero Professor at DePaul University College of Law
DePaul University College of Law
Episode: The American Jewish Divide: Politics, Religion, Israel, and Identity
Bar Reuven
Captain Reservist, founder and executive director of AFU669 (American Friends of Unit 669)
Unit 669 / AFU669
Episode: Zero to 100: Inside Israel's Elite Unit 669
Ira Kohler
Director of the Jewish National Fund USA, former lone soldier
Jewish National Fund USA
Episode: Ira Kohler: The Story Behind Once a Paratrooper
Aryeh Green
Author of Finding Peace in the Promised Land; CSO at Gigawatt Global; activist and speaker on Middle East peace
Gigawatt Global; Gigawatt Impact; author of Finding Peace in the Promised Land
Episode: Aryeh Green on Finding Peace in the Promised Land
Rawan Osman
Syrian-Lebanese activist, writer and content creator; Research and Diplomacy Fellow at the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs
Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs
Episode: Changing the Narrative: Rawan Osman's Journey
Roy K. Altman
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Episode: Judge Roy K. Altman on History, Evidence, and the Law

Host

Steven Shalowitz
Host of IsraelCast; long-time interviewer focusing on Israel-related stories, policy, and human-interest narratives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • So good

    This podcast is so good I can’t wait for the next …. Steven is brilliant and the variety of people interviewed is fantastic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    russellrobinson
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Stuff

    God Bless Israel

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Klorg
    United States5 years ago
  • Down with Israel the baby killersssssssss

    Down with Israel

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    israelwill vanish
    Saudi Arabia6 years ago
  • Timely and Diverse

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Squirrel Hill Girl
    United States6 years ago
  • Intelligent, well-prepared, enthusiastic

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NJTorahFan
    United States6 years ago

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Audiences find topics timely, diverse, and informative, offering a human look at Israel beyond headlines.
Some feedback is negative, highlighting polarized views on Israel and its policies.
Overall, the show is described as engaging, educational, and a reliable source of Israel-focused conversations.
Listeners praise the host for being well-prepared and insightful, with thorough, varied guests.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Charles Asher Small: Uncovering the Influences Behind Rising Antisemitism
Q: How can the media, how can the government, how can individual citizens, for example, call out radical Islam then without being labeled Islamophobic?
Small says people should distinguish the Muslim Brotherhood and radical Islam from Islam and Muslims generally, respect Muslim communities, and learn from Muslim-majority societies that oppose the Brotherhood.
Charles Asher Small: Uncovering the Influences Behind Rising Antisemitism
Q: Can you offer a very brief sort of lay of the land on the level of antisemitism both here in the United States and just really generally globally?
Small says antisemitism is increasingly normalized and outlines religious, racialized, and contemporary forms, arguing that current rhetoric often targets Jewish peoplehood and Israel's existence.
Sarit Zehavi: Living on the Front Lines of Israel's Future
Q: Could you talk a little bit about the nascent ties between Israel and Lebanon? To what extent could any sort of rapprochement happen?
She describes a recent memorandum of understanding as historic but says implementation has stalled. In her view, progress depends on disarming Hezbollah and establishing Lebanese state control in stages, with Israel withdrawing as those steps succeed.
Sarit Zehavi: Living on the Front Lines of Israel's Future
Q: For the uninitiated, Sarit, can you explain what is and isn't considered a legitimate target?
She says civilians are not legitimate targets, while military targets such as weapons or tunnels in civilian facilities may be targeted under international law, subject to requirements including warnings and proportionality.
Extremism, Propaganda, and the Fight Against Antisemitism
Q: How monolithic is the Muslim world, and what are the risks of broad generalizations?
The guest emphasizes that the Muslim world is not monolithic; there are diverse cultures and perspectives, including people who seek pluralistic, democratic societies, and the need to distinguish between extremist movements and broader communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions About IsraelCast

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

The show features in-depth conversations with a wide range of guests—policy analysts, journalists, diplomats, educators, and activists—centered on Israel, Middle East affairs, security, and diaspora culture. Across episodes, topics span personal memoirs from Israeli soldiers to geopolitical analysis, Israel's domestic and regional challenges, peace initiatives, and how education and media shape perception. The host fosters thoughtful, well-sourced dialogue that often foregrounds human stories, policy nuance, and practical implications for readers and listeners who want clearer insight into complex issues related to Israel and its neighbors. A notable strength is the blend of intimate personal narratives with rigorous analysis, offering some... more

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1. Charles Asher Small
2. Sarit Zehavi
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