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The Jewish People's Podcast

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The Jewish People's Podcast explores the most pressing issues facing the global Jewish community. Hosted by Yaakov Katz in conversation with leading experts, politicians and thought leaders, the podcast delves into topics such as Israel-Diaspora relations, religious and cultural identity, Israeli politics, and contemporary Jewish life. Each episode aims to inform and engage listeners through insig... more

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Latest Episodes

As the regional landscape continues to shift, our expert panel will provide critical insights into the military, political, and diplomatic dimensions of the war, as well as the broader implications for Israel’s security and international standing. Th... more

What have we really learned from Iran’s missile campaign? In this episode, missile expert Tal Inbar breaks down why cluster munitions are so difficult to intercept, how Israel’s air defense systems are performing under real wartime pressure, and what... more

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As the war drags on, the big questions are only getting sharper: Is there a real strategy? What does victory actually look like? And how long can Israeli society sustain this? I’m joined by Shmuel Rosner and Gil Troy for a candid conversation about t... more

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What does “winning” a war with Iran actually mean? Dennis Ross breaks down the possible endgames - from nuclear concessions to control of the Strait of Hormuz - and what the conflict means for U.S. politics and regional normalization.

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Recent Guests

Dan Ben-David
Professor of Economics, Head of Shoresh Institute for Socio-Economic Research
Tel Aviv University; Shoresh Institute
Episode: War with Iran and 5 billion Shekel to Haredim
Einat Wilf
Former member of Knesset, political thinker and author
OZ party
Episode: The War That Could Reshape Israel
Avner Vilan
Former defense establishment insider; Chief Operating Officer at AI21 Labs
AI21 Labs
Episode: Can Iran still build a nuclear bomb?
Peter Lerner
Lieutenant Colonel, retired; former Chief IDF Spokesman, Director General of the East Adruth International Division
IDF, East Adruth International Division
Episode: The War Over the Narrative
Bradley Bowman
Senior Director of the Center on Military and Political Power at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
Episode: Do Israel and the U.S. have enough interceptors?
Or Horvitz
Lieutenant Colonel Retired, military intelligence veteran, former head of the Hezbollah in Lebanon desk
IDF Military Intelligence; JPPI
Episode: A New Front Opens in the Iran War
Shuki Friedman
Vice President of JPPI and expert on religion and state
Jewish People Policy Institute
Episode: External Threats, Internal Fractures
Noam Tibon
Retired IDF general, and politician with Yesh Atid
Yesh Atid
Episode: The General Who Wants to Change Israel
Dr. Dahlia Scheindlin
One of Israel's leading political strategists and public opinion researchers.
Haaretz, Century International
Episode: Who Will Decide Israel’s Next Election?

Host

Yaakov Katz
Host of The Jewish People's Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Rabbi Hirsch

    Excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hope 4 Future
    United States4 months ago
  • Dennis D. Karpf

    Penetrating and sober analysis of Israel and its policies. Excellent, experienced interviewer with important guests. One of top four podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dennis.karpf
    United Statesa year ago

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Content is deep and often policy-driven, which appeals to serious listeners.
Insightful host encourages thoughtful dialogue with high-caliber guests.
Strong interview quality; guests consistently add unique expertise.

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#74
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#178
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Can Iran still build a nuclear bomb?
Q: What would constitute a credible signal of Iran becoming a nuclear state, and what would be the path there?
A credible signal could be a controlled test explosion in a desert or another demonstration of capability, not necessarily a perfected warhead, which would mark a transition to de facto nuclear status and alter regional deterrence dynamics.
Can Iran still build a nuclear bomb?
Q: Why is it so hard to remove or destroy the 450 kilograms of material at Isfahan?
The material is contained in canisters under a facility in Isfahan; destruction from the air is unlikely, and any removal would require a ground operation, a substantial security perimeter, and engineering capabilities to safely extract and transport it without triggering a dangerous release.
Can Iran still build a nuclear bomb?
Q: What is the current state of Iran's nuclear program and how close are they to a weapon?
Iran has a stockpile of about 450 kilograms of 60% enriched uranium, which is 99% of the way to the enrichment level needed for weapon-grade material, should they choose to weaponize. The material remains a critical vulnerability because it is difficult to destroy from the air, requiring ground extraction and engineering work to retrieve safely.
War with Iran and 5 billion Shekel to Haredim
Q: Is there another country doing something similar, and what are the consequences?
The guest cites examples of populist policies damaging economies (e.g., Venezuela) and stresses that unlike those cases, Israel has neighbors with adversarial intent, making the consequences of current policy much more dangerous, potentially threatening national survival.
War with Iran and 5 billion Shekel to Haredim
Q: Tell us about the numbers and what they mean for Israel's future.
The numbers show a dramatic growth in the Haredi population, high reliance on a broad core curriculum, and a gap in educational outcomes that threatens long-term economic and defense capabilities; without reform, Israel risks becoming unable to sustain a first-world economy or a modern army.

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