Episodes

  • Professor Halperin-Kaddari: PROOF of sexual violence on October 7

    Professor Halperin-Kaddari: PROOF of sexual violence on October 7
    Jan 4 2026
    In this powerful conversation, Shifra Jacobs sits down with Prof. Ruth Halperin-Kaddari, a law professor at Bar-Ilan University, Founding Academic Director of The Rackman Center for the Advancement of the Status of Women, and former member of the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). Following the October 7 Hamas attacks, Prof. Halperin-Kaddari found herself in a crucial position — using her legal expertise and international platform to speak out against sexual violence committed by Hamas.

    In response, she and her colleagues launched The Dinah Project, a global initiative aimed at documenting, raising awareness and demanding justice for the atrocities committed against Israeli women. You can read the full report here.

    Edited and produced by Shifra Jacobs, Maayan Alon, and Gadi Zaig.
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    31 mins
  • Rabbi Doron Perez: A journey to rebrand Zionism and honoring his son

    Rabbi Doron Perez: A journey to rebrand Zionism and honoring his son
    Jan 1 2026
    Rabbi Doron Perez, newly elected president of the World Zionist Organization, told Diaspora Affairs correspondent Michael Starr that his top priorities are reshaping how Zionism is understood internationally and strengthening Jewish unity across ideological lines. He argued that Zionism has become an easy target in public discourse, and said the organization should help present Zionism and Israel as a positive force.

    Edited by Gadi Zaig.
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    53 mins
  • Arsen Ostrovsky: Bullet wound to the head at Bondi Beach massacre

    Arsen Ostrovsky: Bullet wound to the head at Bondi Beach massacre
    Dec 25 2025
    Arsen Ostrovsky was enjoying the first night of Hanukkah with his family on Bondi Beach. Within minutes, Arsen's life was in danger. Terorrists began shooting into the crowd, and Ostrovsky's head was struck. A long time JPost contributor, Arsen sits down with our Editor-in-chief, Zvika Klein, to share his story.

    Edited by Shifra Jacobs.
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    31 mins
  • Professor Michael Edelstein: Measles outbreak and the trust gap in vaccines

    Professor Michael Edelstein: Measles outbreak and the trust gap in vaccines
    Dec 22 2025
    A new Bar-Ilan University study points to a global decline in parental trust in childhood vaccines since the Covid pandemic. In this episode, public health expert Professor Michael Edelstein joins the show to explain the findings, based on research conducted in Israel and the UK.

    The conversation looks at why even a small drop in vaccination rates matters, how Covid messaging affected long-term trust in health systems, and why diseases like measles are resurging. Edelstein also discusses vaccine safety concerns, the role of social media, access to healthcare, and what governments and health professionals can do to rebuild trust with parents.

    The episode explores real-world consequences, including current measles outbreaks in Israel, and offers insight into how public health systems can communicate more effectively during future crises.
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    39 mins
  • Eve Barlow: Silenced for being a Jew

    Eve Barlow: Silenced for being a Jew
    Dec 16 2025
    Music journalist Eve Barlow was once at the center of the global entertainment industry, writing for outlets like the Guardian, the LA Times, and serving as deputy editor at NME. After becoming a vocal Jewish woman and an advocate for Israel, those same spaces began to close their doors. In this episode, Barlow sits down with Mathilda Heller to speak candidly about being pushed out of pop culture journalism, the limits of identity politics, and what changed long before October 7. She reflects on antisemitism in progressive spaces, the personal cost of speaking openly as a Jew, and why Jewish identity was treated as unacceptable while others were celebrated. The conversation explores cancel culture, media silence, the aftermath of October 7, and the broader implications for free speech, journalism, and Western society. Barlow also discusses why facts matter more than feelings, how propaganda spreads, and why she remains optimistic despite the backlash. An unfiltered discussion about belonging, betrayal, and what it means to speak when silence is safer.
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    49 mins
  • Melanie Shiraz: Miss Universe Israel 2025, advocacy and antisemitism

    Melanie Shiraz: Miss Universe Israel 2025, advocacy and antisemitism
    Nov 18 2025
    Miss universe Israel 2025 Melanie Shiraz sits down with JPost's Michael Starr to discuss her participation in this years pageant. They discuss how Shiraz went from the business world to beauty, and how she can use her role for positive Israeli advocacy.

    Edited and produced by Shifra Jacobs.

    For more news, analysis, and the latest updates, head to jpost.com.
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    19 mins
  • Laura Loomer: Mamdani's win, America first, and thoughts on Israel

    Laura Loomer: Mamdani's win, America first, and thoughts on Israel
    Nov 5 2025
    Join us for a discussion with American Political Activist and Investigative Journalist Laura Loomer. Loomer talks about Mamdani's NYC mayoral election win, her thoughts on being an 'America first' Jew, and more.

    Hosted by Zvika Klein.
    Edited and produced by Shifra Jacobs.
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    54 mins
  • Lizzy Savetsky: NYC Jews face uncertain future under Mamdani

    Lizzy Savetsky: NYC Jews face uncertain future under Mamdani
    Oct 30 2025
    Jewish influencer and World Zionist Congress delegate Lizzy Savetsky addresses payment rumors, warns about NYC's future under Zohran Mamdani, and reveals why she fears for American Jewry.

    In this exclusive Jerusalem Post interview, Savetsky responds to accusations she's paid by the Israeli government - claims she calls "dangerous." The mother of three discusses her unpaid role as a World Zionist Congress delegate, her meeting with PM Netanyahu, and why she believes NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's victory signals dark times ahead for American Jews.

    "If Zohran Mamdani becomes mayor, it will get more uncomfortable for Jews in New York City. That is the bottom line," Savetsky warns, while revealing what she's heard about the percentage of NYC Jews voting for a candidate who led "Free Palestine" chants at rallies.
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    27 mins