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The Fifth Question

Daniel Levine
Zionism
Anti-Semitism
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Revisionist Zionism
Judaism
Anti-Zionism
Theodor Herzl
Zev Jabotinsky
Neoplatonism
Iran
Greater Israel
Hamas
Israel
Holocaust
Israeli Nationalism
Antisemitism
Jewish History
Jewish Identity
Cultural Zionism
British Mandate Palestine

My name is Daniel Levine and I am a Rabbi and Jewish History Lecturer at UC Irvine! I have conversations about the most pressing issues facing the Jewish community with professors, Rabbis, and politicians with a wide range of views. Hope you enjoy :)

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Jonathan Greenblatt joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on the ADL, rising antisemitism after October 7, Jewish security, coalition-building, campus hate, the political right and left, and what actually works in fighting anti-Jewish big... more

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Robert Daniel Bouskila
Head of the Sephardic Educational Center
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Episode: Defending the Sephardic Tradition w/ Rabbi Daniel Bouskila w/ Rabbi Daniel Bouskila
Jonathan Greenblatt
CEO of ADL
ADL
Episode: ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt
Brianna Wu
Trans woman, activist, public figure known for advocacy on Israel and LGBTQ+ rights
Independent activist
Episode: Brianna Wu on Israel, Transgender Identity, and the Political Right and Left
Rabbi Sam Stern
Rabbi, guest on Reform Judaism and Zionism discussion
Episode: Should Reform Judaism Remain Zionist? w/ Rabbi Sam Stern
Mike Wirth
Professor of Art and Futurist
Queens University in Charlotte
Episode: Will AI Replace Artists and Rabbis?
David Wilber
Christian missionary and writer
Episode: Why The Jews Rejected Jesus
David Wilbur
Popular Christian writer, teacher, and theologian
Pronomian Publishing
Episode: Meet The Christian Who Keeps Jewish Law
Reid Ribble
Three-term Congressman who discusses American politics and Jewish community issues
Former Congressman
Episode: Has Trump Made Things Safer or Worse for Jews? w/ Congressman Reid Ribble
Dalia Al-Aqidi
A journalist and political activist running for Congress
Episode: The Muslim Woman Calling Out Ilhan Omar and Zohran Mamdani

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Robert Daniel Levine
Host of The Fifth Question; UC Irvine lecturer; focuses on Jewish history and contemporary issues.
Daniel Levine
Host of The Fifth Question; Rabbi and Jewish History Lecturer at UC Irvine; leads conversations with professors, rabbis, and politicians.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Insightful podcast asking relevant questions throughout the Jewish world

    Rabbi Daniel provides a much needed insight into the modern Jewish world asking leaders the necessary questions to help Jews understand the landscape beyond the headlines, history between the lines, and providing a great introduction to varying viewpoints throughout the Jewish community. Keep up the great work and I look forward to future episodes with new guests and following up with past guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex Koster
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Rabbi Levine is a knowledgeable interviewer who brings on interesting and thought provoking guests. I highly recommend this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kvell55
    United States9 months ago
  • Needed Jewish Podcast

    This is the podcast Jewish millennials and Gen Z’ers need. Rabbi Daniel Levine touches on subjects that today turn people away, but he does it with class and social graces.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jewish Joy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Highly recommend

    The diverse range of topics and guests is great. I love the multiple opinions this podcast hosts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    23!;$-
    United Statesa year ago
  • Couldn’t recommend more

    I look forward to each new episode. I walk away from each episode with a deeper understanding of the topic and new questions. Daniel is a fantastic interviewer and knowledgeable host. Do yourself a favor and listen to JLife.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kawa!!24
    United States2 years ago

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The range of guests and topics offers diverse viewpoints and constructive debate.
Host is knowledgeable and interviews are thought provoking.
Listeners appreciate the host's ability to elicit depth in conversations about Jewish life.
Podcast is a valuable resource for Jewish millennials seeking nuanced discussions.
Rabbi Daniel provides needed insight with thoughtful questions to help Jews navigate complex topics.

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Brianna Wu on Israel, Transgender Identity, and the Political Right and Left
Q: What happened with Gamergate and how did that shape your political trajectory?
Brianna explains how Gamergate highlighted online mobs and personal destruction, which influenced her views on how progressive spaces operate and how to engage politically without sacrificing core civil rights.
A Conservative Professor Talks Trump's Impact on Campus
Q: Can you summarize your platform for dismantling the welfare state and how that relates to a potential UBI?
The guest advocates phasing out the welfare state, converting funds to cash transfers, and distributing roughly $16,000 annually to adults as a universal refundable tax cut, framed as a path to greater freedom and reduced government bureaucracy, with UBI as a consequence rather than the primary goal.
A Conservative Professor Talks Trump's Impact on Campus
Q: What is your view on international law and its role in human rights?
He contends that international law is flawed because it centers on governments; he believes human rights should be anchored in individuals and national actions rather than court-based, supranational governance, and that meaningful action requires risk and sometimes military intervention.
A Conservative Professor Talks Trump's Impact on Campus
Q: What has changed on campuses since Trump took office in terms of policy and debate?
The guest argues that the Trump administration pushed universities to defend their DEI and anti-Semitism policies, moving from a 'police state' atmosphere to a more open, debate-friendly climate where panel discussions and debates can occur, albeit under greater legal scrutiny.
Will AI Replace Artists and Rabbis?
Q: What do you think the impact of NFTs has been on the art market?
Mike talks about the genesis of NFTs as a way to create value in digital art and how it challenges traditional views of ownership and authenticity.

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What is The Fifth Question about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on conversations about pressing issues in Jewish life, featuring scholars, rabbis, and political figures who offer a wide range of viewpoints. Episodes typically explore topics like Jewish identity, Zionism, anti-Semitism, religion and philosophy, campus discourse, and the intersection of culture with modern politics. The format leans into thoughtful questioning, personal storytelling, and nuanced analysis, often balancing traditional Halachic perspectives with contemporary realities. A notable strength is the ability to host diverse voices—from academics to community leaders—to illuminate complex topics while keeping discussions accessible and practically relevant for listeners navigating Jewish life in Israel, the diaspor... more

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2. Jonathan Greenblatt
3. Brianna Wu
4. Rabbi Sam Stern
5. Mike Wirth
6. David Wilber
7. David Wilbur
8. Reid Ribble

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