Split ends: political in-fighting in Israel
Aug 29, 2025•26 min
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Summary
The episode first explores the complexities of the Israel-Gaza conflict, highlighting Prime Minister Netanyahu's political survival strategy, internal military dissent, and the dire humanitarian situation. It then shifts to the American college sports landscape, examining how a landmark settlement will now allow athletes to be paid, fundamentally altering the industry's economics and raising questions about fairness and gender equity. Finally, it remembers Sen Genshitsu, the 15th master of the Urasenke tea ceremony, recounting his unique life journey, including surviving as a kamikaze pilot, and his lifelong mission to spread peace and understanding through the ritual of tea worldwide.Episode description
Prime minister Bibi Netanyahu is focused on his own political survival. Our correspondent explains how strategic differences within Israel have shaped the war in Gaza. As the new college sports season kicks off in America, players will be paid for the first time, upending the industry’s economics. And remembering Sen Genshitsu, 15th master of the Urasenke tea ceremony.
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