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Yalla Israel with Leontine & Alan

Yalla Israel with Leontine & Alan

Written by: Leontine Cohen Pauka and Alan Harkavy
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Intriguing, complicated, AMAZING Israel! Two professional Israel tour guides ; Leontine, born and raised in Holland and Alan, a good ole boy from Memphis, Tennessee, delve into Israel's complexities through personal stories, weekly topics and their adventures to off the beaten track places.You will get to know and enjoy Israel with Leontine and Alan every Sunday.

© 2025 Yalla Israel with Leontine & Alan Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Takeoff and Turbulence From Ben Gurion Airport

    Takeoff and Turbulence From Ben Gurion Airport
    Jul 20 2025

    In this episode, we hit record aboard the fast train from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport and continue the conversation from inside the terminal itself. With rolling suitcases and travel stresses in the background, we unpack the challenges of air travel in and out of Israel since October 7. We are heading off for a month of summer break like most Israelis, but not before leaving you with a slice of Israel, recorded in motion.
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    30 mins
  • Oasis in the Judean Desert: Secrets of Ein Prat

    Oasis in the Judean Desert: Secrets of Ein Prat
    Jul 6 2025

    In this episode, we venture just 15 minutes from Jerusalem into the heart of the Judean desert to discover one of Israel's hidden gems: the spring of Ein Prat. Flowing quietly through the rugged cliffs, magical pools, canyons, gorges and ancient pathways, Ein Prat is more than just a natural spring-it's a place where history, nature and spirit meet. One of our favorites!
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    29 mins
  • Life During War; From Inside A Shelter

    Life During War; From Inside A Shelter
    Jun 18 2025

    A first hand account of life under fire from Iran inside the bomb shelter 75 feet from Alan's home.
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    37 mins
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