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Presenting the challenges and dilemmas facing Israelis to a global audience.

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Is President Trump saving Israel from a war it can’t win, or forcing it into a deal that leaves Hezbollah intact and Israeli soldiers and citizens vulnerable?

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In a few months elections will be held in Israel, the first since Oct. 7th, and arguably one of the most consequential in Israel’s history. But how do the elections actuall... more

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Why has the world become so fixated on Zionism, and what does that obsession actually reveal about the West?

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Coleman Hughes
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Episode: The History of Black-Jewish Relations, and how it unraveled - with Coleman Hughes
Carice Witte
Founder and executive director of SIGNAL Group, independent China/Indo-Pacific policy think tank in Israel
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Episode: What Actually Happened in Beijing? - with Carice Witte
Alon Cassuto
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Zionist Federation of Australia
Episode: Australia's Royal Commission on Antisemitism - with Alon Cassuto & Lisa Mittelman
Lisa Mittelman
Director of Public Affairs at the Zionist Federation of Australia
Zionist Federation of Australia
Episode: Australia's Royal Commission on Antisemitism - with Alon Cassuto & Lisa Mittelman
Ed Husain
Senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations; adjunct professor at Columbia SIPA
Council on Foreign Relations; Columbia University
Episode: Epic Fury has ended, now what? - with Ed Husain and Nadav Eyal
Jesse Brown
Founder, editor, and publisher of Canadaland
Canadaland
Episode: My diaspora Jewish world is crumbling - with Jesse Brown
Gabe Silverstein
Ark Media team member and Birthright participant
Ark Media
Episode: ISRAEL VOTES: A Political Shakeup in Israel? - with Amit Segal and Nadav Eyal
Ross Douthat
New York Times columnist; author and podcaster
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Episode: How will the Iran War shape American Politics? - with Ross Douthat
Matti Friedman
Award-winning journalist and bestselling author
Author of Out of the Sky, Heroism and Rebirth in Nazi Europe
Episode: The Untold Story of Hannah Senesh - with Matti Friedman

Host

Dan Senor
Host of Call Me Back

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 6.4k ratings
  • Coleman-Dan crossover!

    It may be proof of my inhabiting an echo-chamber, but these two have helped keep me sane and cautiously optimistic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    farmisht
    United States10 days ago
  • Xlnt debunking of Kristof motivations & NYT

    Listen

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    5
    wellgaveitatry
    United States23 days ago
  • Excellent, deep analyse

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Nissim Cohen
    a month ago
  • Superb

    I came to Call Me Back as an outsider. Not Jewish, not American but it quickly became one of the podcasts I look forward to most. Dan Senor has a rare gift. He asks the questions that actually matter. He listens properly and lets the conversation breathe without turning it into a performance.

    The guests are consistently exceptional. People with genuine expertise and skin in the game. The level of insight is serious without ever becoming inaccessible.

    What strikes me most is the honesty. No hedgi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aldi May
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Re Tal Becker 4/16/26

    Great episode (as always). One important question I hope you can come back to. Tal mentioned a few times that he likes to take a step back and look at the big picture. Where is China and Russia in this analysis? It’s one thing to speak about a regional alliance to minimize Iran’s power and impact, but the fact that this alliance will be with the Western powers begs the question of whether or not, and how, Russia and especially China may seek to minimize the impact of this alliance by helping I... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Raef360
    United States2 months ago

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What Actually Happened in Beijing? - with Carice Witte
Q: In terms of how China views Israel and its policy toward Beijing, what is the current dynamic and what options does Israel have?
Carice outlines that Israel has benefited from strong regional ties (notably with the Emirates) and can leverage those connections to influence China, including promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific posture to open doors for defense and R&D collaborations, while being mindful of China's sensitivities and the broader U.S.-China strategic balance.
What Actually Happened in Beijing? - with Carice Witte
Q: But before we get into those details, how do you assess what actually happened in Beijing and what we know so far?
Carice explains that China set the messaging by taking the lead and framing the outcome as relatively favorable to China, while the U.S. storyline was more muted; overall conclusions suggest limited gains for China given Washington's expectations and the symbolic nature of the agreements. She also notes that China framed the visit as stabilizing but did not achieve all its desired concessions, particularly on Taiwan.
Sneak Peek: Amit Segal on the outcome of the Iran War and Israel’s next era
Q: Ashley from New Jersey asks whether the war's vague objectives were intentional to build consensus and if that was a mistake.
Amit explains that Israelis view the Iranian threat as existential and that the debate within Israel about the war's success is ongoing, with people acknowledging risks while discussing long-term consequences.
The Making of the Kristof Column — with Matti Friedman
Q: Why does the line between opinion and news matter in this context?
Because Kristof's piece reads like reportage yet relies on opinion-driven selectivity from NGOs, making it easier to mobilize a political agenda; Friedman suggests that the piece belongs to an activist framework that sacrifices rigorous verification for viral impact.
The Making of the Kristof Column — with Matti Friedman
Q: Can you walk us through the main claims Kristof makes and which ones you find unverifiable or false?
Kristof leans on NGO-sourced accounts and a few non-identifiable detainee claims, and he presents them as systematic Israeli abuses; Friedman argues these sources are unverified, selectively used, and amplified to fit an ideological script, which misleads readers about the scope and nature of abuses.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Call Me Back

What is Call Me Back about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program clusters around Israeli politics, security dynamics, and regional geopolitics, often pairing insider analysis with senior policymakers, journalists, and thought leaders. Episodes frequently dissect elections, diplomatic strategy, media coverage, and the interplay between Israel and global powers, with a persistent emphasis on timely, high-stakes developments. The format tends to mix sharp questioning with accessible historical context, delivering nuanced but understandable takes that appeal to policy professionals, journalists, and serious readers interested in the region. A standout feature is its guest diversity and willingness to challenge narratives, making it valuable for listeners seeking deep, informed perspectives rathe... more

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