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Get ready to go beyond the headlines to learn what makes Israel tick! Join IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman along with experts in the fields of military, economy, AI and government for a deep dive into the inner workings of Israel. Learn what’s happening behind the scenes in Startup Nation and what’s in the works as Israel catapults its transformation into a global superpower.

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President Trump’s trip to China may be one of the most consequential geopolitical moments of the decade because the real battle isn’t just about trade anymore, it’s about who will control the future world order. IDF Spokesman (Res.) Doron Spielman b... more

Is the war with Iran really over or are we just entering the most dangerous phase yet? IDF Spokesman (Res.) Doron Spielman sits down with former IDF spokesman and FDD senior fellow Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus for a look into the hidden realitie... more

This episode flips everything you thought you knew about modern warfare on its head, revealing that the real power behind today’s conflicts isn’t oil, but the invisible battle over rare earth minerals and the countries racing to control them. You’ll ... more

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Amiyad Cohen
CEO, Center for Israeli Liberty; IDF major; geopolitical strategist
Center for Israeli Liberty
Episode: Beyond Iran: China and the Real Stakes of the Conflict
Rafael Yosef
Senior fellow at the Herut Center, military sniper with deep understanding of Middle East geopolitics
Herut Center
Episode: Trump's “Handshake” Doctrine (And Why Khamenei Misreads It)
James Lindsay
Author and commentator on culture, politics and ideology
New Discourses (implied)
Episode: James Lindsay on the Radical Left, Woke Right and the "Israel Question"
Hejar Berenji
Guest: Kurdish resistance veteran, media technology specialist
Kurdish resistance, political asylum in Canada
Episode: “The Regime Is Cracking”: A Resistance Insider on Iran’s Moment of Reckoning
Harold Rhode
Returning guest, former Pentagon official specializing in Islam and Iran.
Former U.S. Department of Defense analyst
Episode: It's Happening! Iranians Take To Streets, Call For End of Khamenei
Dr. Rafael Ben-Levy
Senior security expert; Misgav Research Institute
Misgav Research Institute; Churchill National Security Program at the Argimon Institute
Episode: Israel's Aid Trap: Is U.S. Military Aid Making Israel Weaker?
Kevin Burmeister
Australian investor, philanthropist, early tech ecosystem pioneer in Australia
Investor, Sky/Seek early investor
Episode: Investor Kevin Burmeister Sounds the Alarm on Australia’s Future
Mike Huckabee
Former Governor of Arkansas; United States Ambassador to Israel
U.S. Embassy in Israel
Episode: Israel FINALLY Begins Using Its Most Powerful Weapon Arsenal
Alon Levy
Israeli media personality
Israel
Episode: Israel FINALLY Begins Using Its Most Powerful Weapon Arsenal

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Doron Spielman
Host of the show, former IDF Spokesperson (Res.) and senior security/defense analyst

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Dennis Karpf

    Excellent practical, granular conservative Israeli/Middle East analysis with great interviews.

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    United Statesa year ago

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Hamas Stays in Power? What Israel May Be Trading Away
Q: Given the current ceasefire, do you see Hamas staying in power as a permanent condition or a leverage point for broader regional deals?
Amiad argues Hamas staying in power is likely a deliberate outcome of the current regional realignment, serving long-term strategic goals even if it means accepting a persistent security challenge for Israel. He notes the leverage comes from hostages, international diplomacy, and the evolving alliance architecture rather than a quick military solution.
Trump, Saudi Arabia and the F-35: A New Middle East Arms Race? (w/Jonathan Conricus)
Q: Let's paint it out for us. If Israel wants to strike Iran in five years and Saudi Arabia has F-35s, how could our considerations be different?
Having more advanced weapons in the hands of regional actors adds variables to decision-making, but ultimate coordination with the US and prioritizing deterrence remain key; the goal is to maintain the qualitative military edge while ensuring any use of force aligns with strategic constraints and regional stability.
Investor Kevin Burmeister Sounds the Alarm on Australia’s Future
Q: Is there a role for Israel to help Australia in this crisis?
Israel could facilitate aliyah planning and support, while encouraging stronger diaspora ties and cooperation to ensure Jewish safety and resilience.
Investor Kevin Burmeister Sounds the Alarm on Australia’s Future
Q: What steps should the Australian government take in response to anti-Semitism and security threats?
Implement concrete actions to curb incitement and hate speech in mosques and community venues, reassess tax-deductible statuses where incitement is found, and provide robust security resources to protect Jewish communities.
Investor Kevin Burmeister Sounds the Alarm on Australia’s Future
Q: What has been the reaction of the average Australian public to the attack?
People feel angry and violated, but many don't fully grasp the depth of radical Islamist ideologies and the long-term threat they pose to Jewish life, creating a sense of fear and confusion.

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This show consistently delivers in-depth geopolitical analysis focused on Israel, its security environment, and global power dynamics. Episodes thread together Israel's internal developments, security strategy, cyber warfare, and the interplay with major powers like the United States, China, and Russia, often through high-profile guests and insider perspectives. A notable edge is the host's background as a former IDF spokesperson, which informs a practitioner's view of defense, policy, and messaging, along with a willingness to explore unconventional angles such as indigenous narrative framing and cyber operations. Listeners who want practical context for policy, defense, and business decisions in Israel and the broader Middle East are like... more

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