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The Promised Podcast

TLV1 Studios
Israel
Gaza
Hamas
Tel Aviv
Benjamin Netanyahu
IDF
Zionism
Hezbollah
October 7th
Israeli Politics
Jerusalem
Anti-Semitism
Hanukkah
Holocaust
Iran
War
Palestine
Israel Defense Forces
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Hostages

An inside view of how Israel can warm your heart and make your blood boil. It's a show hosted by folks who live in and love Israel even though it drives them crazy, and who each week discuss the latest in Israeli politics, culture, and society.

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Latest Episodes

Miriam and Noah talk about (1) Whether or not it's true, like so many people are saying, that the upcoming elections are maybe the most consequential in the country's history, and (2) How a small, new right-wing party might dash the hope that lots of... more

Allison, Judah and Noah talk about (1) Why, despite all the hardships and miseries of the past three years, Benjamin Netanyahu is still a viable candidate for prime minister, and (2) What the hell are these elections about again?, as we seem to have ... more

Tehila Wenger, Rotem Ur Soco and Noah Efron talk about (1) The so-called "Statement of Principles" signed this week by the leaders of the so-called "Parties of Repair & Hope", and why it left us so-called "unimpressed", and (2) How schools ought to m... more

In a very special episode in celebration of the holiday of Sukkot, Noah goes on about the etrog, its complicated past, and the hope it holds for the futures of all of us.

(With two versions of Naomi Shemer's canonical Sukkot song, "Shlomit Bonah Su... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah Brown
Film and TV critic for the Jerusalem Post
Jerusalem Post
Episode: The "Screenings" Edition
Rotem Or-Soko
Educator and public figure featured in first discussion
Amirim School / Shlicha background
Episode: The "Blitzed!" Edition
Itai Shelem
Station manager; guest on the show
TLV One / The Promised Podcast
Episode: The "Great Things" Edition
Allison Kaplan-Summer
Columnist and journalist; hosts Haaretz Podcast; written for Politico, The New Republic, Foreign Policy etc.
Haaretz (and various outlets)
Episode: The "Saw It on YouTube!" Edition
Rabbi Joe Wolfson
Rav Joe Wolfson, scholar, leader, activist, mensch
Jlic-Tlv; Torah studies community in Tel Aviv
Episode: The "Can the Center Hold?" Edition
Tehila Wenger
Deputy Director for the Israeli branch of the Geneva Initiative
Geneva Initiative
Episode: The "Paths to Perdition" Edition
Gordon Lafer
Political economist, co-director of the Labor Education and Research Center at the University of Oregon
University of Oregon
Episode: The "School Daze" Edition
Judah Ari Gross
Managing editor of E-Jewish Philanthropy; former Times of Israel correspondent
E-Jewish Philanthropy; Times of Israel
Episode: The "Egypt Within Us" Edition
Linda Gratstein
Longtime Israel correspondent storyteller referenced as a guest and expert on Israeli culture
NPR/Voice of America (historical)
Episode: The "Egypt Within Us" Edition

Hosts

Noah Efron
Host of The Promised Podcast; co-hosting and on-site facilitation; known for historical storytelling and engaging banter.
Tehila Wenger
Deputy Director on the Israeli branch of the Geneva Initiative; policy-focused guest and discussion contributor.
Linda Gradstein
Veteran Israel journalist; co-host / guest providing media, diplomacy, and on-the-ground insights.
Allison Kaplan-Sommer
Columnist and journalist; co-host with breadth on Israeli media, politics, and culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 699 ratings
  • Incredibly impressive research and writing

    Incredibly impressive research and writing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I WANT TO HAVE IT
    United States22 days ago
  • The most heartfelt, moving, funny, eclectic and beautiful podcast

    I’m always inspired and moved by this podcast, as well as entertained by the humor and the beautiful musical interludes. Noah always teaches me something fascinating about Israeli history, and vividly brings to life what it’s like to live in Tel Aviv as a curious and engaged citizen and close observer of everyday life and current culture. The stories induce a feeling of awe and appreciation of the beauty of Jewish and human experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wand of potter
    United States4 months ago
  • Wonderful podcast

    I have been listening to this Podcast for about two

    months and love it so much that it has become my favorite podcast. I. have also been going back and listening to older episodes from the archives.

    What I appreciate most is the ability of Noah Efron and his cohosts and their guests to describe with clarity (sometimes great eloquence), intelligence, and scholarship (interspersed with occasional humor and lots of good music), what it’s like, especially for those who grew up in the US, to be liv... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMG in Maryland
    United States5 months ago
  • Amazing with so much heart!

    I always learn something new and the music gives balance! Definitely give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jill17
    United States10 months ago
  • Essential

    There are many podcasts offering news and opinions about Israel. This one reminds us why she is worth living and dying for.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LiberalDadNC
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many appreciate the breadth of perspectives and insightful context on Israeli politics and culture.
Some criticisms mention periods of silence on Gaza-related topics and calls for more balanced treatment.
Listeners praise the show for thoughtful analysis, humanity, and strong music interludes.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The "The Case for Netanyahu" Edition
Q: Judah, through The Miracle of Empathy, will you describe in the voice of a Netanyahu supporter why she or he might support Netanyahu?
The supporter might argue that leadership stability, a record of strong security posture, and the perceived need to prevent further escalation require maintaining Netanyahu in power, even amid ongoing challenges, while blaming opponents' alternatives for potential vulnerabilities; they emphasize counterfactuals and a belief that a tough stance has historically yielded success.
The "New Beginnings & Grisly Ends" Edition
Q: Linda, who was it who said that thing about the strange bedfellows?
The line refers to Mark Twain via Charles Dudley Warner, noting that politics makes strange bedfellows; the hosts discuss its relevance to current party mergers.
The "Blitzed!" Edition
Q: Rotem, do you share Yair Lapid's queasy feeling that there is something unseemly about the wholesale passage of major laws at the end of the session?
Rotem explains that while the laws reflect a coalition's priorities, there is a broader concern about the speed and lack of deliberation, yet he also notes some laws may be reversible with the next government.
The "Winners & Losers" Edition
Q: What did the Hebrew University poll reveal about public perception of the Iran-Israel war and its impact on domestic politics?
It showed an overwhelming perception that Iran won the war, with 92.1% of Israelis believing so, and even higher agreement among Netanyahu supporters, pointing to a gap between public sentiment and the strategic realities of the conflict.
The "Fronts" Edition
Q: How do you view the role of external actors like the US and regional players in shaping Israel's security and diplomacy?
Linda suggests that while external actors influence policy, ultimately sustainable outcomes will require domestic cohesion and credible governance within Gaza and Israel, along with practical steps toward disarmament and reconstruction.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Promised Podcast

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The show provides thoughtful, multi-voiced discussion on Israeli politics, culture, and society, blending current events with personal narratives, journalism, and cultural critique. Episodes routinely feature a rotating panel of hosts and guests—from veteran reporters and academics to policy thinkers and cultural critics—who dissect policy shifts, diaspora perspectives, and everyday life in Tel Aviv and beyond. Music interludes, storytelling, and on-the-ground anecdotes help ground complex topics in human experience, making the program informative for listeners who want nuanced, context-rich perspectives on Israel and its relationship with the world. A notable strength is the mix of rigorous analysis with intimate, relatable storytelling, r... more

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1. Hannah Brown
2. Rotem Or-Soko
3. Itai Shelem
4. Allison Kaplan-Summer
5. Rabbi Joe Wolfson
6. Tehila Wenger
7. Gordon Lafer
8. Judah Ari Gross

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