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The Fifth Question

Daniel Levine
Israel
Zionism
Anti-Semitism
Judaism
Anti-Zionism
Antisemitism
Jewish Identity
Jewish Community
Holocaust
Hamas
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Chabad
Republican Party
Iran
Jewish History
Orthodox Judaism
Jewish Humor
Temple Mount
Hillel
Social Media

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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Israel’s next election could determine whether Benjamin Netanyahu stays in power—and what direction the country takes.

Rabbi Daniel Levine speaks with Alon Burstein, of the ‪@Israel-Palestine-Report‬, about how Israeli elections work, the major pol... more

Is anti-Zionism antisemitism? Rabbi Daniel Levine and Shaiel Ben Ephraim discuss Israel, Zionism, antisemitism, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in a candid conversation across deep disagreement.They explore whether criticism of Israel is sometim... more

West Hollywood City Council candidate Tanya Tsikanovsky joins Rabbi Daniel Levine to discuss why a lesbian bar canceled her campaign meet-and-greet after backlash over her support for Israel. She shares her experience as a Jewish lesbian in LGBTQ spa... more

Why did universities struggle to confront antisemitism on campus after October 7?

Columbia professor Shai Davidai joins Rabbi Daniel Levine to discuss campus protests, Columbia’s response, and what Davidai calls “American intellectual antisemitism.... more

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Tanya Tsikanovsky
Lesbian Jew running for West Hollywood City Council
West Hollywood City Council candidate
Episode: Jewish Lesbian Candidate Says She Was Rejected for Supporting Israel | Tanya Tsikanovsky
Shai Davidai
Author of American Intellectual Antisemitism; professor/academic commentator on antisemitism on campuses
Columbia University (as discussed in interview)
Episode: Why Universities Failed to Confront Campus Antisemitism | Shai Davidai
Jacob Faturechi
Jewish-Persian YouTube host with a live audience
YouTube channel host
Episode: Debating a Religious Anti-Zionist: Is Zionism Anti-Jewish?
Jenny Rae Le Roux
Candidate for Congress in California 47th District (Orange County), pro-Israel advocate
Campaign candidate in California 47th District
Episode: Should Jews Leave the Democratic Party? | Jenny Rae Le Roux
Adam Louis-Klein
Guest, commentator on Israeli politics and society
Episode: The Truth About “Settler Violence” in Israel | Adam Louis-Klein
Lev Stesin
Author of a Jerusalem Post article on Chabad and American Judaism
Jerusalem Post contributor/academic
Episode: Is Chabad the Future of American Judaism?
Kent Harber
Professor of psychology at Rutgers University; researcher on antisemitism and conspiratorial thinking
Rutgers University
Episode: A Psychologist Breaks Down Why People Hate Jews
Kile Jones
A writer and commentator who transitioned from anti-Zionist to pro-Israel
Episode: From Anti-Zionist to Pro-Israel: Why Kile Jones Changed His Mind
Cecily Routman
Founder and president of Jewish Pro-Life Foundation
Jewish Pro-Life Foundation
Episode: Is Abortion Murder? A Rabbi Debates a Jewish Pro-Life Leader

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Daniel Levine
Host of The Fifth Question, Rabbi and Jewish History Lecturer at UC Irvine

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 78 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 States10 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 Statesa year 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 States2 years 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 States2 years 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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Why Universities Failed to Confront Campus Antisemitism | Shai Davidai
Q: What is your stance on how Jews should respond when confronted with illiberal tactics on campuses?
He argues against violence but supports proactive, principled defense and urges broader coalitions to sway public opinion and reduce the appeal of extremism.
Why Universities Failed to Confront Campus Antisemitism | Shai Davidai
Q: Do you see reform inside academia as feasible, or is government intervention necessary?
Fields change slowly, but he supports federal accountability and taxpayer oversight to ensure safety, fairness, and non-indocrination on campuses.
Why Universities Failed to Confront Campus Antisemitism | Shai Davidai
Q: What distinguishes this new American Intellectual Antisemitism from past forms of Jew hatred?
He argues it masquerades as virtue—social justice—while building on post-colonial, oppressor–oppressed frameworks, and uses buzzwords to sanitize prejudice against Jews and the Jewish state.
Why Universities Failed to Confront Campus Antisemitism | Shai Davidai
Q: Do you think this is because administrations are afraid of doxxing or threats, or because they have bought into anti-Israel ideology?
Davidai describes a mix of fear, self-interest, and ideological capture among administrators, leading to inconsistent rule enforcement and a broader pattern of indifference to antisemitism.
Debating a Religious Anti-Zionist: Is Zionism Anti-Jewish?
Q: Why is Zionism such a central issue in discussions about Judaism and the Jewish state?
Because Zionism represents a historic rupture and continuity within Jewish thought, forcing a reevaluation of theology, modernity, and communal survival, which makes it a focal point for debates about identity and belonging across different Jewish communities.

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The show centers on in-depth conversations about Judaism, Jewish culture, and public affairs from a Jewish scholarly and community leadership perspective. Episodes frequently explore Zionism, antisemitism, modern Jewish identity, and how religious values interact with politics and society, often featuring academics, rabbis, and policy-focused guests. Noteworthy are nuanced debates that balance rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, an openness to diverse viewpoints, and guests who bring historical, ethical, and institutional insights to timely topics. The format seems well suited for listeners who want thoughtful, context-rich discussions on Jewish life, current events, and leadership—from intra-denominational questions to broader ... more

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2. Shai Davidai
3. Jacob Faturechi
4. Jenny Rae Le Roux
5. Adam Louis-Klein
6. Lev Stesin
7. Kent Harber
8. Kile Jones

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