Episodes

  • Can anyone actually beat Netanyahu?

    Can anyone actually beat Netanyahu?
    May 7 2026
    Bennett is climbing in the polls. Lapid agreed to drop to third on the list. Smotrich called partnering with an Arab party worse than October 7.

    Is Benjamin Netanyahu's nearly 15-year Likud dynasty finally cracking? In this episode of The Deep Dive, Jerusalem Post host Jacob Laznik sits down with Jerusalem Post Knesset and political correspondent Keshet Neev to unpack one of the most consequential weeks in Israeli politics since October 7. Fresh off a one-on-one interview with former prime minister Naftali Bennett, Neev shares what he told her, including his blunt verdict that Israeli transportation is "a third world country" and that National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is "a clown."

    She breaks down the Bennett-Lapid technical merger, why Lapid stepped aside to make room for Gadi Eisenkot, the AI-generated attack ads now flooding Israeli campaigns, and why Benny Gantz's once-dominant party is "dropping like flies" before a single ballot is cast.
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    46 mins
  • The truth behind the Middle East ceasefires: Is peace possible?

    The truth behind the Middle East ceasefires: Is peace possible?
    Apr 30 2026
    Is the situation in the Middle East on the brink of erupting, or are we seeing a new path to peace? Join us as we break down the power dynamics, strategic decisions, and the role of the United States in shaping the region's future.
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    45 mins
  • Are we going back to war? The shocking truth behind the fragile ceasefire

    Are we going back to war? The shocking truth behind the fragile ceasefire
    Apr 16 2026
    The US-Iran-Israel ceasefire might be collapsing. Is war about to break out again? In this episode, we uncover the shocking reality behind the negotiations, the ticking time bomb with Iran, and whether the Middle East is on the brink of chaos.
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    29 mins
  • What just happened? Breaking down the Iran ceasefire

    What just happened? Breaking down the Iran ceasefire
    Apr 9 2026
    In this episode of The Deep Dive, Shifra Jacobs and Lara Sukster Mosheyof break down the ceasefire between the United States and Iran (and Israel) following Operation Roaring Lion, and what it means for Israel and the region. Recorded in studio just a day after the announcement, this episode examines how tensions escalated, why diplomatic efforts appeared to fail, and what may have led to the sudden ceasefire that few anticipated. They also discuss developments on the ground in Israel, including sirens reported on the morning of April 8, and how the situation unfolded in real time. This episode provides a clear, fact-based analysis of the conflict, the timeline leading to the ceasefire, and what could come next for regional stability and security.
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    53 mins
  • Could Israel and the US achieve victory over Iran? An expert weighs in

    Could Israel and the US achieve victory over Iran? An expert weighs in
    Apr 9 2026
    Shmuel Rosner, a senior fellow at the Jewish People Policy Institute, shared his perspective on Israel’s current war with Iran in an interview with The Jerusalem Post.

    Rosner explained that this conflict is unprecedented for Israel, marking the first time the country is engaging in a war with a distant nation. The cooperation with the United States in this context is also unique, with Israeli and American pilots operating together.
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    31 mins
  • Israel presses military campaign against Islamic Republic as diplomatic talks stall

    Israel presses military campaign against Islamic Republic as diplomatic talks stall
    Mar 27 2026
    Nearly a month into Operation Roaring Lion, Israel’s military campaign against Iran continues to escalate, even as diplomatic efforts appear increasingly uncertain.

    Hosting The Jerusalem Post's podcast Deep Dive alone, studio manager Shifra Jacobs noted that the IDF has struck thousands of targets since the start of the operation, including key intelligence and military infrastructure.
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    19 mins
  • Week three of Roaring Lion: Iran's leadership hollowed out, Arab world reaches breaking point

    Week three of Roaring Lion: Iran's leadership hollowed out, Arab world reaches breaking point
    Mar 19 2026
    In this episode, Shifra Jacobs and Ezra Taylor break down the ongoing developments in the Middle East, focusing on Iran’s escalating role in regional tensions. From attacks on Gulf nations to internal shifts within the Iranian regime, they explore how global players are reacting to the crisis and what the future holds.

    As Israel and the US continue their military actions, the conversation turns to the unpredictability of international alliances and the evolving narrative surrounding Iran's leadership. Tune in for an insightful analysis of the war's third week and the pressing questions that remain unanswered.
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    52 mins
  • Trump, Iran, and Hezbollah: What’s next for Israel?

    Trump, Iran, and Hezbollah: What’s next for Israel?
    Mar 12 2026
    Join Shifra Jacobs (Studio manager) and Ezra Taylor (Social media manager) for a detailed analysis of week 2 in the ongoing conflict, as they cover the latest developments during Operation Roaring Lion. In this episode, they dive into the political and military dynamics, including Iran’s new leadership under Mujtaba Khamenei, escalating tensions with Hezbollah, and the ongoing international reactions. With over 5,500 targets struck in Iran and major shifts in public opinion, they discuss the broader regional and global implications of this conflict. Tune in for insights on what’s next, from the psychological impact on civilians to the challenges of navigating this two-front war.
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    1 hr