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The Times of Israel Daily Briefing

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Welcome to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing: Your update on what’s important in Israel, the Middle East and The Jewish World.

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Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world.

News editor Ben Sales joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode.

After US Ambassador Mike Huc... more

Welcome to The Reel Schmooze with ToI film reviewer Jordan Hoffman and host Amanda Borschel-Dan, where we bring you all the entertainment news and film reviews a Jew can use.

This month marks the 60th anniversary of the pioneering sci-fi series, St... more

Welcome to What Matters Now, a weekly podcast exploring key issues currently shaping Israel and the Jewish World, with host Amanda Borschel-Dan speaking with the CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, Jonathan Greenblatt.

As antisemitism surges worldwi... more

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world.

US bureau chief Jacob Magid joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode.

Amid the resumed US-Ir... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Greenblatt
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Diana Bletter
Sciences and Northern Border reporter
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Episode: Golan Druze rethink their ties to Syria
Richard Priem
CEO of Community Security Service (CSS)
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Episode: Richard Priem: The ‘age of security’ has ended for US Jews
Bjorn Lomborg
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Episode: Lazar Focus with Bjorn Lomborg: Energy, climate, and the fight for a better world
Ben Sales
News editor at The Times of Israel
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Episode: As election nears, can voters see extremism in their own camps?
Zev Stub
Real Estate and Diaspora Affairs correspondent
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Episode: Emigration, urban growth and a changing Jerusalem
Dan Ben-David
Professor, head of the Shoresh Institute, economist at Tel-Aviv University
Shoresh Institute; Tel-Aviv University
Episode: Dan Ben-David: Israel is on the brink of a spiral of collapse
Gabriella Jacobs
Sometime host on The Daily Briefing
The Daily Briefing
Episode: Is there really progress in Trump's Gaza, Lebanon and Iran talks?
Shlomit Ravitsky Tur-Paz
Head of the Israel Democracy Institute's Religion and State Program
Israel Democracy Institute
Episode: Shlomit Ravitsky Tur-Paz: Nothing is black and white in Israel's religious societies

Host

Amanda Borschel-Dan
Host of multiple daily briefing segments; Deputy Editor at The Times of Israel.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • 🍿 The Reel Schmooze 🍿

    Jordan and Amanda’s weekly pod is honestly one of my favorite pods! Absolutely adore Jordan’s enthusiasm for film and culture.

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    T Drinker
    United States2 months ago
  • Manny is the real deal

    Thanks to Times of Israel for the news we don’t get here in the U.S.

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    Gator1606
    United States2 months ago
  • Note to my Jewish brothers & sisters

    All this adoration of Trump is tricky and dangerous. I told you so!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iCentaur.com
    United States3 months ago
  • Always timely

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Aslamtu
    3 months ago
  • To the point

    The directness of this newsfeed is appreciated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eamon Parker
    United States4 months ago

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Golan Druze rethink their ties to Syria
Q: What challenges is this Druze community in the Golan Heights facing today and how are they feeling?
They are grappling with a hybrid identity, torn between Syrian and Israeli loyalties, heightened by regional violence and demographic shifts; many want citizenship or undefined status to secure protection and future opportunity, while younger generations increasingly volunteer for Israeli institutions like the IDF and police, signaling a realignment of loyalties.
Will sanctions succeed against Iran where military force hasn’t?
Q: How are regional and global powers influencing the approach to Iran, particularly with regard to China?
Regional actors emphasize the need for global alignment and enforcement against secondary channels; China could influence outcomes due to its economic leverage, but consistency in enforcement is crucial to avoid undermining sanctions.
Will sanctions succeed against Iran where military force hasn’t?
Q: What is the update on the Iran sanctions strategy and how long might it take to see results?
The discussion suggests a long, protracted process with no quick capitulation from Iran; Arab officials advise patience and willingness to pursue a broad, enforced sanctions regime, potentially spanning months to years for meaningful impact.
Jonathan Greenblatt: Surging antisemitism brings ADL to a moment of reckoning
Q: What is the origin story of the ADL and how has its mission shaped its current work?
The ADL began in response to early 20th century discrimination and evolved through fighting extremists, advocating for policy changes, and expanding into education to reduce hate, with a continuing emphasis on protecting the Jewish people while addressing broader anti-hate objectives.
Yossi Klein Halevi: Why Jewish extremism is so seductive - and dangerous
Q: What drew you to the extremist milieu in your youth, and what ultimately led you to leave it?
The speaker explains a mix of cultural, political, and existential pressures—an environment that offered belonging, power, and a sense of historic mission, but over time the consequences, moral contradictions, and betrayals by leaders made the path untenable, guiding him toward disillusionment and separation from Kahane's movement.

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What is The Times of Israel Daily Briefing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This briefing-style show covers urgent developments in Israel, the Middle East, and the Jewish world, blending on-the-ground reporting with analysis of geopolitics, security, economics, and internal Israeli politics. Episodes frequently explore border security, Gaza and West Bank dynamics, diplomacy, and regional mediation, often featuring expert guests who provide data-driven context. A notable strength is its ability to translate complex regional issues into concise updates and thoughtful commentary, making it helpful for decision-makers and professionals who need a reliable read on fast-moving events. The format and steady host pairing create a sense of credibility and immediacy, while occasional guest panels bring specialized perspectiv... more

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