The Aleph Bet of #IsraelEd Podcasts
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We asked Israel educators throughout North America which podcasts they enjoy, to further connect with Israel and Israelis. Here are some of their top picks.
Have one to add to this list? Let us know!
ISRAEL STORY
Israel Story or Sipur Israeli, is a new radio initiative aimed at introducing high quality, long-form non-fiction content to, and about, Israel.
SAMPLE EPISODE: A DAY AT THE Y (September 2021)
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STREETWISE HEBREW
| A bite-sized podcast that discusses Modern Hebrew language gems. Host Guy Sharett explains what we can learn about the Israeli psyche, society, and culture through the Hebrew language. |
SAMPLE EPISODE: DIVING HEAD FIRST (May 2022)
THE PROMISED PODCAST
An inside view of how Israel can warm your heart and make your blood boil. It’s a show by a journalist, a professor and an NGO guy who live in and love Israel even though it drives them crazy, and who each week discuss the latest in Israeli politics, culture and society. |
SAMPLE EPISODE: THE “PAST & PRESENT” EDITION (April 2023)
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ISRAEL IN TRANSLATION
| Exploring Israeli literature in English translation. Host Marcela Sulak takes you through Israel’s literary countryside, cityscapes, and psychological terrain, and the lives of the people who create it. |
SAMPLE EPISODE: JEWS AND WORDS (May 2021)
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KOL CAMBRIDGE
| Showcasing the amazing talent and range of Israeli musicians, past and present. From time to time artists are welcomed onto the show in exclusive interviews. Past guests include David Broza, Subliminal, and many more. |
SAMPLE EPISODE: YOUR ISRAELI SOUNDTRACK FOR APRIL (April 2023)
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WHYWHYWHY!
These are true stories of our Israeli lives and the way we lead them, with their moments of weird abasements, moments of grace, and moments of transcendence. |
SAMPLE EPISODE: LOST IN TRANSLATION (June 2020)
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THE BRANCH
The Branch offers a glimpse into the everyday lives of Jews and Arabs in Israel forging meaningful relationships. Presented by Hadassah and hosted by Dina Kraft, The Branch shines a light on the stories of people living the example of a shared society. Together. Even though it’s complicated. |
