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State of Tel Aviv, Israel Podcast

Vivian Bercovici
Hamas
Israel
Benjamin Netanyahu
Rafah
Gaza Strip
Egypt
International Criminal Court
United States
Hizballah
Carmel Gat
Hezbollah
Hostage Square
Hostages
Rafah Tunnels
IDF
Alma Center
Operation Zamora
Yoav Gallant
Euro-Satori
Israel Defense Forces

State of Tel Aviv, and Beyond: the podcast that tells the story. Unfiltered. We work it hard so that you will understand what’s really going down in Israel. www.stateoftelaviv.com

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On Sunday March 8, State of Tel Aviv and Beyond interviewed “Major G”, a 25-year veteran of the Israeli Air Force who has been working around the clock since Operation Roaring Lion was launched on February 28. Major G commands drone crews operating o... more

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Perhaps the biggest surprise of this war with Iran is how viciously the country is attacking its Arab neighbors. The UAE has been hammered, actually targeted with more missiles than were directed at Israel. Senior FDD fellow and regular State of Tel ... more

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On Thursday I spoke with Andrew Fox, military veteran, scholar, man of diverse and deep expertise. I wanted to zoom out a bit from the focus on the Israel-Iran aspect of the war and place it in a larger context, where it rightly belongs. America is l... more

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We had hoped to drop this yesterday but wartime exigencies got in the way. The message is just as relevant today - the holiday of Purim was on Tuesday, March 3. It commemorates a miracle - when the Jews in ancient Persia were ordered by a King’s decr... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Fox
Military man, legal scholar, expert on international law of conflict
Independent security analyst
Episode: S4 E11. America at War with Iran? China?
Rabbi Ephraim Shore
Rabbi, New Testament? (context from show)
Congregation Kehillath Israel
Episode: ‼️WAR, DAY 5. Persia and Purim. Historical Convergence.‼️
Rabbi Bill Hamilton
Rabbi of Kehillath Israel Congregation in Boston
Congregation Kehillath Israel
Episode: ‼️WAR, DAY 5. Persia and Purim. Historical Convergence.‼️
Yaakov Katz
Regular on the show providing war-time analysis and regional context
Journalist/Analyst, likely with expertise in Israeli security
Episode: WAR WITH IRAN. DAY 3.
Parviz Afshari
Father of 17-year-old Sam Afshari, injured during protests
Episode: S4 E10. Iran: Death Throes or Digging In?
Benny Sabdi
Israeli-based Iran expert, born in Iran
Episode: S4 E10. Iran: Death Throes or Digging In?
Benny Sapti
A former Iranian citizen, now expert on Iranian affairs
Episode: S4 E7. America vs. Iran: War or Detente?
Dr. Qanta Ahmed
American, British physician and activist with knowledge on Kurds in Syria
Episode: S4 E6. Kurd Crisis: Slaughter in Syria
Ateret Shmuel
An international human and Indigenous rights advocate, founder and CEO of Indigenous Bridges
Episode: S4 E6. Kurd Crisis: Slaughter in Syria

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Vivian Berkovich
Host of the podcast and former Canadian ambassador to Israel; provides on-the-ground perspective and expert commentary on Israeli society, politics, and security.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • Informative

    The host was the former ambassador to Israel from Canada

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elaltraveler
    Canada6 months ago
  • Outstanding

    Vivian Bercovici is intelligent, articulate and passionate. I love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linden T
    United States10 months ago
  • Fabulous source for information

    Fascinating content with interviews from knowledgeable and varied guests. The host is professional yet personable and speaks beautifully.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Écouteur96
    Canadaa year ago
  • Well informed and objective

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Enrique Nada
    a year ago
  • stateoftelaviv

    This is the most accessible and informative podcast on Israeli politics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Donna Piller
    United States2 years ago

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The show is noted for accessible yet rigorous discussion of complex Israel-related issues.

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#144
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#89
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#195
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#248
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#10
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#45
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‼️WAR UPDATE‼️
Q: Who launched the first strikes, Israel or the United States, and how coordinated was the timing?
The messaging suggests a joint Israeli-American attack carried out in a coordinated fashion, though the chronology of statements initially implied Israel acted first; ultimately the operation is presented as US-led and US-sanctioned, with strong domestic signaling from both sides.
‼️WAR UPDATE‼️
Q: So give us your best assessment of what's going on and what we might be looking at in the next 12 hours, 24 hours.
The operation appears to be a coordinated US-Israel effort aiming to weaken or overthrow the Iranian regime, with massive strikes already under way in Iran and a credible expectation of intensified activity across the region in the near term, including potential spillover involving Gulf states and Lebanon.
S4 E5. Iran Attack Imminent? Ran Gvili is Home
Q: Explain to our listeners and viewers why that is so significant.
The return of Ran Gvili's remains marks the completion of the objective to bring all hostages home and allows Israel to transition to the next stages of its military strategy against Hamas.
S4 E3. Escape from Tehran: What One Man Saw
Q: How did you get out of Iran?
Kiarash explains that he had to change his flight to escape, even with cancellation issues, emphasizing the urgency of his departure.
S4 E3. Escape from Tehran: What One Man Saw
Q: Tell us what you witnessed?
Kiarash describes overwhelming violence, with heavy gunfire and numerous dead bodies as he witnessed the brutal crackdown.

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The show centers on Middle East politics, security, and regional dynamics, often weaving high-level geopolitical analysis with on-the-ground perspectives from Israel. Episodes frequently feature former diplomats, military analysts, journalists, and regional experts who dissect Israel's security environment, international diplomacy, and societal implications of conflicts. A standout aspect is the host's background as a former ambassador, which provides a ground-level, on-the-record viewpoint and a steady, informed conversational style that seeks to illuminate complex issues for informed listeners. The program often pairs timely crisis coverage with longer-running themes like antisemitism, regional realignments, and Israel's domestic politica... more

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2. Rabbi Ephraim Shore
3. Rabbi Bill Hamilton
4. Yaakov Katz
5. Parviz Afshari
6. Benny Sabdi
7. Benny Sapti
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