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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
Israel Defense Forces
Palestine
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

The Jerusalem Post's Hannah Brown and Noah Efron talk about (1) the criminal harassment of Abu Rida and the Hassan families in Qusra, (2) the surprising results of the Likud primaries and what they augur, and (3) Avi Nesher's profound and affecting n... more

Linda, Judah, and Noah talk about (1) The new parties springing up in the "middle" of Israel's electoral map, between the Netanyahu bloc and the anti-Netanyahu bloc: What do they augur?, and (2) The likely addition as number two on the "United Arab L... more

In this very special episode, Noah shares love letters he heard walking the streets of Tel Aviv with Lucy the Dog, on a new "Love Letters" app made by genius Russian-Israeli director Semyon Alexandrovsky.

Linda and Noah talk about (1) What has become of the "Religious Zionism Party," after its sort-of primaries made it a settler-only affair?, and (2) What are the ties that bind the different sorts of people who hope to give Benjamin Netanyahu four mor... more

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Recent Guests

Rotem Or-Soko
Educator and public figure featured in first discussion
Amirim School / Shlicha background
Episode: The "Blitzed!" Edition
Hannah Brown
Movie and TV critic for The Jerusalem Post, novelist
Episode: The "Winners & Losers" 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 696 ratings
  • 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 States2 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 States3 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 States8 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
  • Shame

    This used to be my favorite podcast. I listened every week with joy while preparing Shabbat dinner. But over the past year and a half, it’s become unbearable. At the very moment when Palestinians in Gaza are facing slaughter, this podcast has chosen silence, evasion, and self-pity.

    Instead of grappling with the reality of Gaza

    , the hosts prefer safer topics: campus politics in the U.S., anecdotes about estranged friends’ children, or the endlessly recycled question of whether Netanyahu even bel... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Prof_9988
    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 "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.
The "Fronts" Edition
Q: What is your assessment of the Gaza reconstruction efforts and the Board of Peace?
Linda notes that the Board has been largely inactive and that without a credible international framework and enforceable commitments, reconstruction remains stalled, with disarmament of Hamas seen as a prerequisite by many, though politically contentious.
The "Fronts" Edition
Q: What should we make of the agreement that the Americans and Iranians seem close to signing, and where does that place Israel?
Linda explains that Israel's options are constrained by the US-led process and that any agreement will require careful consideration of broader regional risks, with a focus on stability over dramatic gains, while acknowledging the domestic political scrutiny in Israel.

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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. Rotem Or-Soko
2. Hannah Brown
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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