What happens when a tech guru, a podcast duo, and the future of humanity collide? In our final episode before an indefinite hiatus, join us for an enlightening conversation with special guest Ariel Jalali, CEO of Paragon Technology Solutions. Ariel, a tech visionary, shares his thoughts on AI, digital transformation, and the human experience. It's a discussion that bridges the gap between technology and the timeless questions of purpose and connection. With over 25 years of expertise in innovati...
Mar 26, 2024•44 min•Ep. 46
Join hosts Amy and Dor on a candid journey through the highs and lows of podcasting in our latest episode. As they confront the sudden halt of sponsorship, likened to the closing of a faucet, they delve into the unpredictable world of content creation with raw authenticity. As the episode unfolds, we're treated to a colorful array of stories that paint a picture of life in Tel Aviv, the struggles of the local economy, and the personal anecdotes that make Amy and Dor's partnership so special. Fro...
Mar 21, 2024•32 min•Ep. 45
Dor's wish comes true; Amy and Dor are back! In the style of Season One, join them for a heartfelt exploration of personal struggles against the backdrop of a society teetering on the brink. Delve into candid discussions ranging from the haunting beauty of Israeli fiction, including Yaakov Shabtai's 'Past Continuous,' to the controversial Oscars, where filmmaker Jonathan Glazer's statements and the symbolic gestures, or lack thereof, by Hollywood figures like Steven Spielberg, stir debate. As th...
Mar 14, 2024•42 min•Ep. 44
Plunge into the depths of thought with Dr. Jeremy Fogel, an enigmatic philosopher and poet who embodies the spirit of inquiry, in our latest episode, where a casual swim leads to profound insights on art of living through crisis and the poetry of existence. Tune in for an episode that's as incidentally raunchy as it is refreshing, intertwining the past with the present, and personal anecdotes with philosophical discourse – a spirited and profound meditation on the philosophy of life. Join us for...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 43
Amidst municipal elections, Amy reunites with the insightful Matthew Schultz, marking his return since Episode 34: "Rockets and Revelations: Happy New Year?" Together, they explore hot-button topics such as Barbra Streisand’s recent lifetime achievement award at the SAG Awards, cancel culture, and recent calls to ban Israel from Eurovision and the Venice Biennale. Dor kicks off the conversation, fondly reminiscing and expressing a longing for Season One Amy – an unapologetic force of nature know...
Feb 29, 2024•57 min•Ep. 42
In this episode, Blake Flayton, a writer, student, and activist, welcomes us into his Tel Aviv world. Blake made Aliyah from NYC a year and a half ago, immersing himself in Hebrew and joining protests against the Netanyahu government. His journey is a compelling narrative of growth and resilience. Blake explores personal impacts of antisemitism and nuances of Israel advocacy, promising to challenge your perspectives and delve into the complexities of identity and politics. For those eager to del...
Feb 22, 2024•47 min•Ep. 41
Explore the world of Dr. Adam Lee Goldstein, Head of Trauma Surgery at Wolfson Medical Center and Co-Director of Operating Together. From his roots in Washington DC to a dedicated medical career in Israel, Dr. Goldstein shares his compelling story. In this episode, we delve into the remarkable efforts in trauma care, humanitarian projects, and collaborative initiatives. Join us as we uncover the healing power of partnership and resilience in the field of trauma surgery. Dive into the challenges ...
Feb 15, 2024•35 min•Ep. 40
Step into the vibrant world of Chaya Lev, a 50-year-old goddess reclaiming life on her terms with infectious energy and a wild spirit. In this episode, Chaya, a comedian, dancer, and activist, brings a unique blend of humor and heart, inspiring others to embrace their wildness amidst the chaos of the world. Discover the power of connection, laughter, and the courage to be authentically you with the one and only Chaya Lev. The episode delves into the challenges of adapting to a new country, the h...
Feb 08, 2024•39 min•Ep. 39
Step into the whirlwind life of Rabbi Mordechai Yosef Ben Avraham, a man whose past is as rich and colorful as his present is devout and dedicated. From rubbing shoulders with A-list celebrities to the sacred streets of Jerusalem, Rabbi Mordechai shares firsthand accounts of his unique experiences, reflecting on the role of Jews in the entertainment industry, the state of African American-Jewish relations, and his own profound spiritual awakening. A public speaker, Jewish diversity advocate, 201...
Feb 01, 2024•57 min•Ep. 38
In our latest podcast episode, we engage in a riveting conversation with Samuel Hyde, a distinguished writer and researcher whose profound expertise in the region brings a fresh and provocative perspective to the age-old struggle between Israelis and Palestinians. More than just a podcast, this episode serves as a masterclass in Middle Eastern politics. Samuel fearlessly dissects what lies at the heart of the conflict, offering an unapologetic analysis that challenges conventional narratives and...
Jan 24, 2024•46 min•Ep. 37
In this week’s episode, we had the privilege of hosting Ben Gleib, comedian, actor, satirist, writer, former presidential candidate, lead anchor on The Young Turks – the longest-running online news and politics talk show – and man of many talents. Ben brought with him a suitcase full of humor, a heart full of empathy and a keen eye for truth as he recounted his recent visit to Israel amidst the ongoing conflict. Seamlessly weaving together the threads of comedy with the somber realities of war, ...
Jan 18, 2024•56 min•Ep. 36
The weaponization of violence against women in war in human history is excruciatingly long, the purpose of which is to torture and terrorize the individual woman as much as to harm and humiliate the entire nation. The world witnessed one of the modern era’s worst examples of mass rape and violence against women on October 7th by Hamas, with Israeli women being targeted being both Jews and women - a dual crime in the eyes of their attackers. This week’s episode features Ariela Karmel, a Tel Aviv-...
Jan 10, 2024•44 min•Ep. 35
Special guest, Matthew Schultz, a writer and rabbinical student, engages in a riveting conversation at the start of a new year marked by a barrage of rockets from Hamas at the stroke of midnight and a hotly anticipated ruling from the Israeli Supreme Court on New Year’s Day regarding the controversial reasonableness law. Schultz's unique insights shed light on the evolving landscape of Jewish life in Israel, especially since October 7th. As a weekly columnist for the Jewish Journal and co-host o...
Jan 05, 2024•49 min•Ep. 34
In this riveting Christmas special, Amy and Dor are joined by Jotam Confino, a seasoned freelance correspondent with a diverse background in print, radio and TV across Danish, British, and U.S. media. From his role as the foreign editor of Jewish News to recent contributions on BBC, The Times radio, Talk TV, and CBS News, Confino brings a wealth of experience to the discussion, offering insights into the changing role of journalism and the evolving landscape of war coverage in the digital age. T...
Dec 30, 2023•45 min•Ep. 33
Special guest, Dr. Alexandra Ewenczyk, board-certified Adult and Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, joins Amy and Dor for an eye-opening exploration of the intricate web surrounding the use of illicit substances by Hamas in the ongoing war. Offering a deep dive into the intersection of geopolitics, history, and psychiatry, they discuss Captagon, a synthetic methamphetamine found on the bodies of terrorists that infiltrated Israel on October 7, and recent revelations that Hamas has drugged host...
Dec 26, 2023•51 min•Ep. 32
This week, as the war rages on, Amy and Dor explore life in abeyance and the interconnectedness of emotions, evolution, and artificial intelligence. In an episode saturated with sentiment Amy and Dor relate to a string of tangential signifiers from tarot cards to Elon Musk’s fondness for the letter x, the Hebrew word for truth (emet), and even the number 66. Amy recruits artificial intelligence in her continued exploration of what it means to be human, offering a new way forward in a time of sus...
Dec 12, 2023•40 min•Ep. 31
As the truce unravels and the war drums echo again on the eve of Hanukkah, Amy and Dor chart a new path forward through pointlessness and the unexpected, inviting newness, on the edge of transformation. Amy gets caught in the rain and an air raid siren, and reports of Hamas drugging hostages lead them to ask whether life is perhaps imitating art, or at least their podcast discussions (see Episodes 13 & 2, respectively). Sinwar's public nod to a TV show with a fictional attack on Israel adds ...
Dec 06, 2023•38 min•Ep. 30
In the midst of a precarious truce, Amy and Dor ride the waves of a particularly tumultuous week, marked by the terror attack in Jerusalem that morning, heartwarming reunions and the tense, piece-meal release of some hostages. As Hanukkah approaches, they unpack the stark contrasts of violence and poignancy, darkness and light. The hosts delve into recent developments, from the last-minute truce extension that morning to the ongoing release of the hostages and the increasingly ominous tactics em...
Dec 04, 2023•30 min•Ep. 29
With bated breath, Amy and Dor navigate the tense truce in the ongoing war, eagerly anticipating the return of the kidnapped amid Hamas' psychological warfare. They candidly unpack a recent heated argument about the podcast's future and reflect on the overwhelming impact of being trapped in a relentless news cycle, expressing a desire to break free. Amy, managing pain and spaced out on medication, says in jest that it’s a great time to be a Jewish Israeli woman with endometriosis. Dor opens up a...
Nov 28, 2023•26 min•Ep. 28
Bursting with gratitude and holiday cheer, Amy and Dor triumph over technical mishaps in this zany Thanksgiving special. Dor reveals details about his ideal type in response to a question posed by a loyal listener and Amy reflects on how a supportive environment is the real flex. This celebration of liberty and realness, brimming with unexpected twists is spiked with a quirky news round-up. Special shout outs to legal warriors working to trademark “From the River to the Sea” and Eylon Levy for h...
Nov 25, 2023•23 min•Ep. 27
Buckle up for a wild ride as Amy and Dor dive into the future, the present and the not-so-distant past. From ChatGPT to DVDs and VHS, Kanye West’s latest dance with antisemitism, Jonah Hill’s movie “You People” to White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby’s recent comments on the use of the word genocide by anti-Israel activists, and more, it’s an eclectic mix. Join Amy and Dor for a conversation about the persistence of antisemitic tropes in popular media, the impact of popu...
Nov 22, 2023•28 min•Ep. 26
Amy and Dor ride the wacky wave of weekend news with Osama Bin Laden’s letter trending on TikTok amongst Western youth, Elon Musk controversy, smoke bombs and Palestinian flags at the Leaning Tower of Pisa and something about Coldplay. The catchiness of protest chants, the Dresden Defense, U.S. foreign policy conundrums, media misspeak, and even the weather are all fodder for conversation, as Amy and Dor try to keep pace with the spin cycles and seek shelter from a rainstorm. The episode conclud...
Nov 20, 2023•31 min•Ep. 25
Amy and Dor leave Tel Aviv and head north for Givat Nili, taking Jonathan Gal up on his offer to visit this moshav (farming community) in Israel’s central-North where he and his family live. Against the backdrop of a picturesque countryside, Jonathan describes his community’s response to October 7. Conversation turns to the history of Givat Nili, since it was founded in the 1950s by Mizrahi Jewish immigrants hailing from North Africa and the Middle East through recent attempts by online activist...
Nov 17, 2023•44 min•Ep. 24
Amy and Dor passionately dissect John Oliver's portrayal of the Israel-Hamas War in Last Week Tonight (S10, E17). Amid a thunderstorm, they critique Oliver's biased segment, challenging omissions and inaccuracies, urging for a more nuanced understanding. Continuing from Episode 22’s discussion of the photojournalists who rode along with Hamas terrorists on October 7, Amy contends that cameras not only document behavior, but shape it. Amy brings up the "no limits" footage in the Woodstock '99 pay...
Nov 15, 2023•39 min•Ep. 23
Back from hiatus, Amy and Dor dive into updates on personal matters, the podcast, and the ongoing war. Amy moves back into her apartment, the Houthis initiate the first space war, and an expose by Honest Reporting on the photojournalists who rode along with Hamas terrorists on the morning of October 7 raises questions about journalistic ethics. Dor reflects on the dissonance of getting bad news from attractive Israeli news anchors. and Amy vents frustration with the haters and Meta (again), seem...
Nov 13, 2023•37 min•Ep. 22
Jam-packed with carefully curated highlights from the first month (Episodes 1-20), this compilation offers listeners the chance to discover anew the wild, unfiltered journey embarked on by Amy and Dor since their chance meeting on October 7, as they grapple with the complex emotions of living in Israel in the midst of the War. Thanks for tuning in! 🗣️ If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and share. Taking a moment to leave a review on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast pla...
Nov 09, 2023•33 min•Ep. 21
Join Amy and special recurring guest Jonathan Gal for a spirited discussion that explores quixotic anti-Israel stances, responses from the feminist camp, and the dynamics of economies of outrage. Underdogs, white savior complexes, guilt shticks, hot girl energy, and even the movie Rudy come up in conversation as Amy and Jonathan attempt to unpack the trending support for Hamas among Western youth despite mounting evidence of Hamas atrocities. The episode concludes with reflections on Dor’s emerg...
Nov 02, 2023•30 min•Ep. 20
Special guest host Jonathan Gal drops in to playfully take Amy to task for canceling his recap segment. In a cheeky nod to recent statements by Israeli leadership, Amy emphasizes that it's not the time to talk about responsibility. They delve into dreams, nightmares, and even reference the Coen brothers' film, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs. In the midst of a seemingly nonsensical age with real-time Holocaust denial and teens wearing MAGA hats and Che Guevara T-shirts at the same time, they earnes...
Nov 01, 2023•34 min•Ep. 19
The heartbreaking news of Shani Louk’s passing sets the stage for a reflective conversation weaving through the recent Torah portion, Amy’s proposal for a second Jewish State, and the meaning of ‘Israel.’ Amy shares perspectives from historical figures such as Baruch Spinoza, John Lennon, and Yoko Ono, as well as some surprising insights about Theodor Herzl. Amy offers a fresh take on 'as a Jew' anti-Israel, pro-BDS activists like Gabor Mate, and Dor contemplates reconnecting with an old crush, ...
Oct 31, 2023•34 min•Ep. 18
Step into the emotional crucible, from the sacred halls of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to the echo chambers of the battleground of belief. As the ground invasion gets underway, Amy and Dor’s courageous emotional excavation proceeds. Moral high grounds and the virtue signaling folk perched upon them come under scrutiny, exposing the pitfalls of echo chambers and the sharp sting of betrayal. From rage to resignation, Amy models a raw vulnerability as she processes her evolving emotions about ...
Oct 31, 2023•28 min•Ep. 17
