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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

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In this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Captain (Res.) Bar Reuven for an inside look at Unit 669, the Israeli Air Force's elite combat search and rescue unit. Bar reveals what it takes to earn a place in one of the IDF's m... more

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What compels a young man from Long Island to leave behind the comforts of home and enlist in the Israel Defense Forces as a Lone Soldier? In this powerful episode of IsraelCast, Ira Kohler shares the extraordinary journey that took him from studying ... more

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In this episode of IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz sits down with author, policy advisor, and Israel advocate Aryeh Green to discuss his new book, Finding Peace in the Promised Land. Drawing on decades of experience in public diplomacy, policy, and regi... more

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In this episode of IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz speaks with Rawan Osman about her extraordinary personal journey and the experiences that transformed her understanding of Israel, Judaism, and the Middle East. Growing up in Lebanon and Syria, Rawan wa... more

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Recent Guests

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
Melissa Brodsky
Independent writer and researcher focused on Jewish and Israeli history
The Lioness Writes (Substack)
Episode: The History They Don't Teach: Melissa Brodsky on Truth, Propaganda, and Israel
Sarri Singer
Founder of Strength to Strength, survivor of the 2003 Jerusalem bombing
Strength to Strength
Episode: Strength After Survival: Sarri Singer on Trauma, Healing, and Resilience
Shahar Azani
Veteran Israeli diplomat, CEO of the Book Family Foundation
Book Family Foundation / Israeli Foreign Ministry
Episode: Israel at 78: Resilience, Reality, and the Road Ahead
Hussein Abdul-Hussein
Research fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
Episode: Peace, Modernity, and the Changing Middle East with Hussain Abdul-Hussain

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 126 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.
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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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Changing the Narrative: Rawan Osman's Journey
Q: What sparked your decision to convert and pursue Aliyah?
A combination of personal experiences, education in Jewish and Islamic studies, and a profound moment in Shaul Freberg's class led me to realize I was Jewish, followed by a commitment to move to Israel and complete an orthodox conversion.
The History They Don't Teach: Melissa Brodsky on Truth, Propaganda, and Israel
Q: What should we know about Ireland and Spain's history with Israel, and why does their stance matter?
Both countries have histories of selective conscience in relation to their own pasts, with long-standing ties to colonial histories and current foreign policy choices that appear to reflect political utility rather than universal standards, especially in condemning or not sanctioning ethnic cleansing elsewhere.
The History They Don't Teach: Melissa Brodsky on Truth, Propaganda, and Israel
Q: What was the Law of the Arab League's Political Committee drafted in 1947 and its implications?
The law classified Jews in Arab lands as a minority within Palestine, froze assets, and framed them as active Zionists, contributing to mass displacement before Israel's founding.
Strength After Survival: Sarri Singer on Trauma, Healing, and Resilience
Q: What role do community events like the Boston Marathon play in the healing process?
They provide a tangible, public display of resilience where survivors honor those lost and run for those still facing recovery, turning personal trauma into a collective act of empowerment and remembrance.
Strength After Survival: Sarri Singer on Trauma, Healing, and Resilience
Q: How does Strength to Strength support survivors around the world beyond the initial trauma?
We run peer-led programs like Survivor Circle and Survivor's Exchange, connect with professionals for trauma-informed care, and create long-term support networks across 16 countries so survivors know they are not alone.

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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. Bar Reuven
2. Ira Kohler
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4. Rawan Osman
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6. Melissa Brodsky
7. Sarri Singer
8. Shahar Azani

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