Episodes

  • Episode #1259: Love Is In The Air

    Episode #1259: Love Is In The Air
    Feb 15 2026
    There's a certain February holiday with non-Jewish roots that has to do with hearts, cupid, love, and overpriced outings. It also appears to be VERY popular in Israel. So it's as good a time as any to spotlight your favorite cheesy Israeli love songs! Sure, the lyrics may make you nauseous, but that what makes these songs so good, right? From classic love songs to contemporary romantic ballads, you're sure to hear some favorites this week on Israel Hour Radio. Grab someone you love and listen together, or steal this playlist for your next date night! (Original Air Date: February 15, 2026) Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/3fs2eauc Bring Josh Shron, 'Israel's Soundtrack Storyteller,' to your community, and help spread the joy of Israeli music around the world! Visit https://www.joshshron.com/ Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Episode #1258: Remembering Matti Caspi

    Episode #1258: Remembering Matti Caspi
    Feb 8 2026
    On Sunday, February 8, 2026, the Israeli music world lost Matti Caspi - one of the most significant, influential Israeli singer/songwriters of all time. Matti passed away at 76 years old following a long battle with cancer, leaving behind a treasure trove of some of Israel most beloved musical classics. We couldn't possibly do justice to Matti's amazing career in one hour, but we'll do our best to play some of his most beloved songs - many sung by Matti himself, and many sung by other Israeli superstars. No doubt Matti Caspi's musical legacy will be felt in Israel and around the world for decades to come. May his memory be a blessing. (Original Air Date: February 8, 2026) Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/m66a76mm Bring Josh Shron, 'Israel's Soundtrack Storyteller,' to your community, and help spread the joy of Israeli music around the world! Visit https://www.joshshron.com/ Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode #1257: New Israeli Music - February 2026

    Episode #1257: New Israeli Music - February 2026
    Feb 1 2026
    What are Israelis listening to RIGHT NOW? We consider it our solemn responsibility to connect you to the hottest sounds of TODAY - so each month, we make sure to bring you the latest and greatest tunes coming out of the Holy Land. This week, we present new Israeli music that's inspirational, sentimental, pratiotic, thought-provoking, and just plain wacky. We're also excited to introduce you to the artist representing Israel in Eurovision 2026 this May. You're sure to love it all! (Original Air Date: February 1, 2026) Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/yd6hxup2 Bring Josh Shron, 'Israel's Soundtrack Storyteller,' to your community, and help spread the joy of Israeli music around the world! Visit https://www.joshshron.com/ Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode #1256: Israeli Music Time Machine - 2016

    Episode #1256: Israeli Music Time Machine - 2016
    Jan 25 2026
    For reasons we don't quite understand, recently the internet has been full of people posting memories of 2016. Why? We have no idea...but we're happy to be followers, so we're jumping on the bandwagon. And we're glad we did! It turns out that 2016 brought us some amazing Israeli music that you're sure to love. Join us as we hop into the Israeli Music Time Machine, and land in the year of the Trump-Clinton election, Brexit, the beginning of the Israeli music phenomenon known as Static and Ben-El, and much more. You're going to love this fun, upbeat playlist from ten years ago! (Original Air Date: January 25, 2026) Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/ycker64e Bring Josh Shron, 'Israel's Soundtrack Storyteller,' to your community, and help spread the joy of Israeli music around the world! Visit https://www.joshshron.com/ Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode #1255: Blessings For Our Children

    Episode #1255: Blessings For Our Children
    Jan 4 2026
    On Shabbat, January 3, 2026, the Shron family was privileged to celebrate the Bar Mitzvah of our youngest son, Tobey. He completely blew us away with his knowledge, skill, and confidence, and his parents are still bursting with pride weeks later. Against that backdrop this week, Josh couldn't help but share songs about children and childhood, along with the blessings that all parents wish for their children. With what hopes and dreams do you bless your children? What kind of life do you envision for them? If you're wishing for it, Israel's artists have probably already sang about it. You're going to love this optimistic playlist! (Original Air Date: January 4, 2026) Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/mrhwuw4b Bring Josh Shron, "Israel's Soundtrack Storyteller," to your community, and help spread the joy of Israeli music around the world! Visit https://www.joshshron.com/ Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Episode #1254: Israeli Music 2025 Roundup

    Episode #1254: Israeli Music 2025 Roundup
    Dec 28 2025
    What did Israeli music sound like in 2025? To get an understanding of the pulse of the country, all you need to do is turn on the radio. So for our final Israel Hour Radio broadcast of 2025, we proudly present the most played songs of the year on Israeli radio stations nationwide. While you're listening, tell us: What was your favorite Israeli song in 2025? Did it make our countdown? Find out here. (Original Air Date: December 28, 2025) 'The Emotional Soundtrack of Israel: Two Years in 20 Songs' - get it here! https://joshwave354.gumroad.com/l/emotional-soundtrack-israel Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/mr3y9b4y Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode #1253: A Light In The Darkness

    Episode #1253: A Light In The Darkness
    Dec 14 2025
    On the eve of Chanukah, the world learned of the horrific terror attack in Sydney, Australia. Hours later, Israel Hour Radio was on the air, ready to play jolly, happy, upbeat songs in honor of Chanukah. How do we celebrate one of the joyous holidays of the year against the backdrop of tragedy? By doing what we always do...singing. Because at Israel Hour Radio, we sing in good times and bad. We sing through the pain. No matter how dark the world may be, we don't stop singing - because THAT'S how we bring light into a dark world. Enjoy a week of Israeli Chanukah music - and continue spreading light, long after Chanukah is over. (Original Air Date: December 14, 2025) 'The Emotional Soundtrack of Israel: Two Years in 20 Songs' - get it here! https://joshwave354.gumroad.com/l/emotional-soundtrack-israel Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/5f6j3hyn Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode #1252: New Israeli Music - December 2025

    Episode #1252: New Israeli Music - December 2025
    Dec 7 2025
    Every so often on our show, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. When we set out to share the newest Israeli music of the past few weeks, we quickly found some great new songs...but when you put them all together, you get one fantastic hour of unforgettable music - sure to remain on your personal playlist for the foreseeable future! You'll hear emotional new songs by Banaia Barabi and Eliad...fun songs by Hanan Ben Are and Noa Kirel (recorded at her recent wedding!)...empowering new songs by Eurovision queens Eden Golan and Yuval Rafael...some unforgettable collaborations...and much more! Plain and simple: you don't want to miss this spectacular playlist! Which new song is your favorite? (Original Air Date: December 7, 2025) 'The Emotional Soundtrack of Israel: Two Years in 20 Songs' - get it here! https://joshwave354.gumroad.com/l/emotional-soundtrack-israel Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/2p9ntnpd Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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    1 hr and 1 min