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Unholy: Two Jews on the News

Unholy Media
Israel
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Donald Trump
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Benjamin Netanyahu
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October 7 Attacks
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Yonit Levi of Israel's Channel 12 News and Jonathan Freedland of The Guardian are two of the most prominent journalists in the world today. They are also Jews. Each week, join what MSNBC's Rachel Maddow calls "two great, smart smart smart hosts" as they dissect and debate current events shaping Israel, Jewish life - and the wider world. Their blend of nuanced discussion and sparkling conversation,... more

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The fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Lebanese government is overshadowed by an already notorious phone call where Donald Trump reportedly dropped multiple F-bombs on Benjamin Netanyahu for threatening Israeli strikes on Beirut. Yoni... more

This week, Yonit and Jonathan sit down with acclaimed military and intelligence analyst Amos Harel to discuss his new book 6:29  -Anatomy of a Failure — a devastating, meticulously reported account of October 7th and the collapse that preceded it. Dr... more

A US-Iran deal appears to be taking shape — and Israel isn't in the room. As diplomatic back-channels buzz and American strikes on Iran continue under a ceasefire that apparently requires bombing to maintain, Netanyahu finds himself watching from the... more

Franklin Foer is the man who declared that the golden age of American Jewry is over - or at least ending. Two years on — in the aftermath of October 7th and the Gaza war, collapsing bipartisan support for Israel, a wave of antisemitism from both left... more

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Recent Guests

Franklin Foer
Staff writer for The Atlantic; author; commentator on Jewish life and politics
The Atlantic
Episode: Franklin Foer on why fatalism isn't a strategy for American Jews
Kochav Elkayem Levi
Head of the Civil Commission into sexual and gender-based violence in October 7th context
Episode: Flotilla Disgrace, Election Fever and Football Joy
Cochav Elkayam-Levy
Founder and chair of the Civil Commission on October 7th Crimes by Hamas Against Women and Children
Civil Commission on October 7th Crimes by Hamas Against Women and Children
Episode: Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy On the sexual violence of October 7
Aziz Abu Sarah
Peace campaigner and co-author of The Future Is Peace
The Future Is Peace / peace activism
Episode: The Future is Peace - with Maoz Inon and Aziz Abu Sarah
Maoz Inon
Peace campaigner and co-author of The Future Is Peace
The Future Is Peace / peace activism
Episode: The Future is Peace - with Maoz Inon and Aziz Abu Sarah
Suzanne Maloney
Vice President and Director of the Foreign Policy Program at the Brookings Institution, Iran policy expert
Brookings Institution
Episode: Iran War: What Comes Next - with Dr Suzanne Maloney
Howard Jacobson
British novelist, essayist and Booker Prize winner; author of Howl
Author, Howl
Episode: Howard Jacobson - Unholy Conversations
Adeena Sussman
Cookbook author and food writer
Author of Zareez and Shabbat
Episode: Independence, food and a response to Ezra Klein - with special guest Adeena Sussman
Bret Stephens
Leading US commentator on US politics and foreign affairs; NYT columnist
New York Times
Episode: Ceasefire on day 40 - with Bret Stephens and Amir Fuchs

Hosts

Jonathan Freedland
Host of Unholy: Two Jews on the News; co-host and co-creator; The Guardian
Yonit Levi
Host of Unholy: Two Jews on the News; co-host engaging with guests and guiding topics

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • Unholy is holy to me!

    Excellent podcast. Great insight from the terrific duo. Very enjoyable. Thought provoking and always well articulated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NeoMory
    Canada2 months ago
  • Victim narrative

    Yonit’s self pity at the start of every episode nowadays is insufferable and an insult to the real victims of this “war”

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sarah Appleby
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • My review

    Fascinating podcast very interesting insight

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    former staffer
    Canada2 months ago
  • Review for latest Episode only !!! March 10 with Ali Ansari

    Ive been a loyal Listener of Unholy’s nuanced take on Israel and the Jewish world. Especially post Oct 7.This episode with Ali Ansari was one sided ,bias,accusatory of Israel and very disappointing !!! Your guest downplayed Iran’s threat and unfairly criticized Israel and the US . I was surprised and disappointed that Yonit which I highly respect didn’t ask any tough questions. Please note that this a bad review for only this episode not for the entire podcast that I love!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ro06
    United States3 months ago
  • Alternative perspectives

    Getting someone to describe the other side is not “listening to the other side” aka the “dealt with” ✌🏼☮️🕊️IMHO

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DorkathyZbornak
    United States4 months ago

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Sharp, informed discussion with occasional heated exchanges and strong viewpoints.
Audience appreciates cross-Atlantic perspectives and storytelling elements that add context to complex geopolitics.
Guests bring diverse, high-profile insights, but opinions about coverage can feel divisive to listeners.

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Franklin Foer on why fatalism isn't a strategy for American Jews
Q: Is there a way to frame Israel and Jewish identity to appeal to a broad cross-section of Americans without ceding principles?
The guests suggest focusing on persuasion, political realism, and maintaining a long-term vision of coexistence, while avoiding fatalism and recognizing that many non-extremist Americans still seek constructive engagement—requiring nuanced outreach rather than blanket defenses or attacks.
Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy On the sexual violence of October 7
Q: What scale of sexual violence did your team uncover in two and a half years of collecting evidence?
The team found hundreds of cases with numerous patterns of abuse, including rape, gang rape, sexual torture, and post-mortem abuse, illustrating a systemic, deliberate strategy rather than isolated incidents.
The Future is Peace - with Maoz Inon and Aziz Abu Sarah
Q: You set out this beautiful vision that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will end; what promise do you offer Israelis to take the risk of talking and understanding the other side when Hamas followed with such violence after October 7th?
We acknowledge the fear and the reality on the ground, but argue that without dialogue and empathy we perpetuate a cycle of violence; peace is possible because people from both sides have chosen empathy, and the book provides lived examples and a path forward through dialogue, not denial. The goal is to show that reconciliation is possible even after deep trauma.
Iran War: What Comes Next - with Dr Suzanne Maloney
Q: What is the state of the Iranian opposition and could protests re-emerge after the war?
The opposition faced severe crackdowns during the war, with ongoing repression at home; diaspora movements have had mixed influence, making a near-term uprising less likely despite external pressures.
Iran War: What Comes Next - with Dr Suzanne Maloney
Q: Can the Strait of Hormuz be opened by force, and what would Iran do in response?
The guest explains that while some military options exist, a broad, durable solution would require diplomatic arrangements; Iran would likely respond with contested traffic and strategic counters that complicate any purely military solution.

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2. Kochav Elkayem Levi
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4. Aziz Abu Sarah
5. Maoz Inon
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