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Howie believes that politicians in Israel are responsible for murdering Jewish Israelis. Find out why in this must hear episode of Political Hitman!
*A Revealed Miracle! *The Story behind the Story! *A War With No Sides *Ukraine, EU & Taiwan
This week Steven and Matt talk about Florida Woman. Everyone has heard of Florida Man, but did you know about Florida Woman? An orthodox Jewish Table Tennis player is ridiculed for her clothing and winds up disqualified. And Kevin Bacon stars in "They/Them". All this and more on this week's Lighten Up.
Natalie starts the show sharing insights of her life while walking on the security road with her dog in the early morning; she discusses how we all sometimes lose motivation and focus, and are able to regain it; she then jumps to an interview with oleh Yoseph Kaplan and ex-US Military man, (NYC - Kochav Ya'akov, 2009) who tells his interesting aliyah story, how he came with a "promised" job, how it didn't pan out, and his subsequent career change from Electronic Appliance Specialist to Personal Trainer. Inspiring!!!
Rabbi Lichtman and Josh Wander respond to an article that downplays the importance of aliyah to Israel. This episode really sums up some of the most important ideas that the hosts have been trying to convey over the past few years. You don't want to miss it!
The establishment of a joint industrial zone between Jordan and Israel is a major step in solidifying peace between the nations
Brick-by-brick, Mitzvah-by-mitzvah and kindness-by-kindness, we all have a part in the rebuilding of the Beis HaMikdash - the Holy Temple.
On Tisha B'Av we mourn for the Temple. How is this relevant in our life? How can we rebuild our reality, our relationships, and the Temple by finally understanding what we are mourning for.
Well at least there's Hitler's watch... Join Howie as he looks at some of the crazy Nazi stories of the week.
Some historical facts about the fate of the Jewish people at the time of Tosho b’ Av in history
This week Steven and Matt discuss the newest Ami Horowitz video, Hitler's Watch sells for 1.1 million dollars, another bible movie review, and Florida Man. What is up with the Sunshine State?
Two thirds of American youth that finish 12th grade are illiterate and poor in math. How and why and what will it mean now for the future of the USA.
Biden's Jerusalem visit: The Israeli flag was removed from his car in eastern Jerusalem.
What 'Temple'??? How can we yearn for something we can't remember? The Three Weeks offer time for much reflection as well as honing our compassion for/connection to others.
As the Jewish people finish their 42 journeys and are about to receive their lot in the Land of Israel, join us for a discussion of how to make the most out of your lot in life
This week Steven and Matt talk about Israel's big win at the Science Olympiad, a Jewish Scrabble champion (almost), the world record for pushing a peanut with your nose? UP a mountain? A Russian chess robot assaults a kid and Florida Man strikes again. All this and more, on this week's Lighten Up.
Natalie takes us through her daily routine, to the 2nd hand store, to a neighbor to borrow a hot plate, and more, all while sharing antecdotes on different things happening around her. In the midst of this, she speaks from the bus on her way to a shabbat weekend getaway in Ashdod. Finally at the end, she breaks the "good mom" character and openly complains about her kids, explaining that life in Israeli is not easy, and not simple, and asking the audience "when does it get easier?"
Biden, Putin and the Middle East
U.S. President Biden's visit to Israel came peppered with unreliable promises that Biden cannot actually keep.
Historically, Jews have looked out for one another. Has anything changed?
Two women join the show and talk about why they made aliyah (moved to Israel).
The anger? The spite? The resentment? How do we improve our relationships and prevent getting hurt
This week Steven and Matt review President Biden's trip to Israel and the Middle East. Gaffes galore! Jill Biden's fascination with breakfast tacos, a newly discovered self portrait of Vincent Van Gogh. And Snoop Dog pays homage to Joe Biden. All this, and more, on tis weeks Lighten Up
Everyone needs to understand that inflation is just getting started. - So says Tamar's guest on the show. He shares his thoughts on why.
Israel's foolish political leadership is convinced that a democracy is defined by how many elections can be held!
It has been said that people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones or, instead, 'Zealots Beware!' Today we reflect, remember and rejoice!
Tamar Yonah speaks with Barry Shaw in this special broadcast on Biden's Visit to Israel & the Middle East - What to expect from this trip regarding the US elections, Israeli elections, the Abraham Accords and relations with Israel and Saudi Arabia regarding Iran.
Join me for the discussion of what makes communities, families, and organizations succeed and how you can bring more of it into our lives
This week Steven and Matt talk about Joe Biden's trip to Israel. An Israeli company will test if fecal bacteria pills boost cancer immunotherapy, and how the recent Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha sounds remarkably like the binding of Isaac, from the Torah.
Josh Wander and Rabbi Moshe Lichtman talk about the new situation when it comes to blaming the Jews regarding the Ukrainian-Russian war: Both sides blame Israel that it is not doing enough to support them, and the Jews in Russia might now receive the brunt.
A Report from the conference discussing ‘New tools of combating Anti-Semitism’, with the keynote address by the American Special Envoy to combat Anti-Semitism and highly respected Lawyer and activist Debora Lipstadt as well as remarks by the American Ambassador to Israel Thomas Nides.
A visit of an American president to Israel is always a cause for pride, but in Jay Shapiro's opinion, the arrival of US President Joe Biden in Israel also raises some concerns.
Natalie spends this episode sharing parts of her week with us....
*The G-7's demand to transition to renewables ...is an utter failure.
When Balak couldn't find the Jews, he targeted their families. Join us for a discussion of the ultimate source of Jewish strength - our families
Join Steven and Matt for their July 4th broadcast. Plus, listener mail, Ben and Jerry's update, , more schadenfreude, and more Bible movie reviews. This week on Lighten Up.
Are some mysteries better left hidden? Listen to Andrea and her good buddy Simon Anstey tussle over the state of affairs in the world. Lots of schmooze, news and laughing with Jews!
What's wrong with American abortion debate, what does the Torah think about fetal life and the legacy of the Lubaitvcher Rebbe that can turn this challenge into a blessing
Dr. Mordechai Ben-Menachem, commentator on mid-east and world issues, and author of the book: Muslim Winter
This week Steven and Matt talk about, you guessed it, Roe v. Wade being overturned, and the left is going bonkers. The Canadian Special Envy on the Holocaust and Anti Semitism exhibits classic cowardice and caves to Jew haters. And Dumb and Dumber, Middle East style. This and more, on this week's Lighten Up.
The show opens up with the sounds of Summer, as Natalie records poolside during her morning shift. This show features Natalie speaking at different sections throughout the day....
Social media has proven to be dangerous on many levels. The struggle to remain both informed and relevant requires iron-clad vigilance. Still, is vigilance enough when insidious forces work tirelessly to destroy all that we hold sacred?
The Israeli government may fall after only one year in office. This shatters many hopes for stability and non-partisanship
As Israel is entering yet another phase of its leadership crisis, join me to explore Torah's leadership lessons that will change your life.
The Queen: A story of counsel and quiet influence. How her subjects forgot their troubles, let their hair down and celebrated for four days.
The Israeli government may fall after only one year in office. This shatters many hopes for stability and non-partisanship
What are YOU doing to ensure the safety - physical, spiritual, moral - of those who are connected to you?
As the Jews travel to the Promised Land, they become their own worst enemies, tripping all over themselves. Join me for a discussion of how sometimes we get in our own way of reaching our goals
Natalie starts off by describing changing your goals, changing the way you want your life to look and to be. It can happen anywhere, no matter where you live. It can happen early on, or later in life. Welcome to the show Yael Kaner, Baltimore - Ma'ale Adumim in 2011. Yael created "Bubby-On-Call" a babysitting service, and also has become a Resilience Coach. She emphasizes being positive and being resilient, knowing your worth and your tools in order to succeed in life.
This week Steven and Matt talk about summer break, and how great it is to have our kids home. How great is your faith in the almighty? Probably not as good as this woman's. Also, the Iran follies continue. They claim to have gotten a big Mossad agent, but they're full of hot air. Something about their story stinks!. And Lighten Up as sleep therapy?
June 13th 2022 - Israel Unplugged
On this show: With the present Israeli government coalition not yet passing the Judea & Samaria Law, what is the future for Judea & Samaria Residents? Will other MKs vote to apply sovereignty, or will the government fall? PLUS: Biden & Carter, can you tell them apart? Also, EVs & Mass Shooting Events in the United States. -with guest: Dr. Mordechai Ben-Menachem, commentator on mid-east and world issues, and author of the book: Muslim Winter https://tinyurl.com/y6g85sec
Israeli citizens living in Judea and Samaria will fall under military law if the Knesset does not retain Israeli civilian sovereignty over those areas within the next two months
A truly good leader cannot rest on his laurels but must always exercise the same level of dedication and commitment today as he did the day before.
Iran declared war on Israel, Israel MUST attack Iran today. Howie calls on the Israeli government to launch a full scale war on Iran. Find out why in this must listen to show!
The summer has amazing spiritual energy for growth and also many challanges. Join us for a discussion of Torah advice on how to use the summer for amazng spiritual achievements, while avoiding the pitfalls.
This week Steven and Matt discuss the controversy over Bradley Cooper usinga prosthetic nose to play Leonard Bernstein, Is this really anti-Semitic? The Top Gun sequel is breaking records, and actually has an Israeli connection. Plus, how do special interest groups get their own months? And more importantly, why?
It is three years since the first peace agreements were made with important Moslem nations. It is time to summarize the results
Why did the grandmother cry at the brit and what did the angels have against Moshe? As we receive the Torah this Shavuot, please join me as we explore its relevance to our everyday experiences
How important is being in Eretz Yisrael? Listen to the chief rabbi who cared about being in Israel even for a millisecond longer. -with hosts Josh Wander and Rabbi Moshe Lichtman
Iran, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Joe Biden. How do they affect Israel's security?
The annual march on Jerusalem Day will test Israel's ability to maintain control over the city
The Torah is eternal and the lessons transcend time, circumstance and location.
Is Judaism dying? Howie believes that in North America it is...Then an article in Haaretz nearly changed his mind...
Hear: How Lone soldiers, Jewish young men and women from all over the world come to Israel without parents or family to volunteer their service and join the IDF the Israel Defence Forces, and how Israeli society cares for them.
Natalie starts off by describing her recent visit to the US Embassy in Jerusalem in an effort to renew her childrens' US passports;
An examination on how some Jews relate to the Land of Israel and how being outside the Holy Land can influence their perceptions of Torah edicts. Also, the appeals of living in the West: the 3-Cs: Comfort, Convenience and Cosco.
This week Steven and Matt discuss dumpster diving. Is this really going to be a thing? Also, the link between testosterone levels and being conservative, choosing dogs by Zodiac signs, Bnei Brith takes back a Mazel Tov, and the sanctification of G-d's name.
'-with guest: Dr. Mordechai Ben-Menachem, commentator on mid-east and world issues, and author of the book: Muslim Winter
There are signs of strains in israeli society that must be dealt with as soon as possible!
Is human existence determined by random events that are pieced together by fate? Today's show discusses the roles that choice, values and Heaven play in our lives.
Howie is sick and tired of Jewish Organizations trying to appropriate other people's tragedies. He calls for them to stop selling out the Jewish People!
Why do the Jewish People celebrate the death of a great sage and what are our takeaways from last year's Miron tragedy
Many Jews around the world refuse to accept that the modern state of Israel is a divine miracle, they are wrong.
This week Steven and Matt talk about the mailman who fathered 1900 children on his route. Talk about special delivery. Parents are suing their son and daughter-in-law for emotional distress. For not giving them grandchildren. Seems reasonable. Kim Jung-Un enters Australian politics and the Holy Hand Grenade of Antioch.
Natalie starts off by describing her mom's recent visit to Israel and a batch of letters she saved from Natalie's year abroad in 1991-92, in which Natalie described her life in Israel as a student; first guest Cynthia Melenson (Utah - Omer) 2015;
* The 'Great Reset' laid out
Mount Sinai is not the Matterhorn but, instead, a slope that is achievable for those who undertake the trek.
Many counries have holiday seasons. Israel has both a holiday and a holy day season
is it reasonable for God to command us to abstain from work every seven years? Join us as we explore the modern-day lessons on the Sabbatical year
This week Steven and Matt give their takes on Biden's new press secretary. Hint - she doesn't like Jews. A Mexican wedding with a Hitler theme, Jewish gangsters who fought Nazis in the streets of New York, a doctor who didn't use soap for 5 years and dead or not dead. What would it be like to wake up in a coffin?
Hear: Walter’s interview with the Polish Ambassador to the UK recorded in 1998, about the undignified maintenance of the Auschwitz Birkenau Death Camp and the involvement of the Catholic Church with implied anti-Semitism.
The terrorism here in Israel and the government's weak response provokes 'boos' and catcalls at the prime minister.
Celebrating 74 years of modern nationhood is even more astounding because, despite the best efforts of myriad enemies of the Jews, the nation of Israel survives and THRIVES! Is there a secret to the inexplicable existence of the Chosen People?
Israel, at age 74, has grown into a hi-tech and military power - truly a miracle
As Israel marks Memorial Day and Independence Day, this week we will discuss the choices that God sends our way
Natalie speaks of Yom Ha'atzmaut and how the season is changing and turning into Summer and all the festivities coming up; Meet Shimshon Meir Frankel, Pyschotherapist living in Zichron Ya'akov with his wife and children. Shimson Meir was on the show recently telling his story of coming to Israel on a Peace Trip, but he was turned off and became an orthodox Jew. Now Shimson continues his story and gets to the aliyah part.
This week Steve and Matt talk about the family who tried to bring the craziest souvenir back from Israel. Hint: They weren't allowed to take it with them. Also, adventures in Jewish scouting, the Jordanian Mrs. Doubtfire and is there really a Jewish connection to weed?
Soul-scrubbing ranks even higher than discarding bagels and pasta! Is there more to Passover cleaning than rooting out leavened breadstuffs?
Israelis have yet to know the enemy as they should
"I'll drink to that!" ....Or, maybe you shouldn't drink so much. An indepth inquiry into alcohol & tattooing in Israel, with Walter Bingham.
Josh Wander speaks with Rabbi Moshe Lichtman and shares his experiences assisting the Israeli government in absorbing Jewish Ukrainians who have fled the war, who are now making Aliyah to Israel.
This week Steve and Matt talk about the slap heard round the world, unforeseen challenges of obeying a particular commandment from G-d, the Israeli Women's Ice Hockey team, movies banned in Lebanon, and much more.
Natalie opens the show talking about the season of Passover, the frenzy and energy in the air, and the feeling that all of Israel is "in it together." Natalie welcomes back to the show Solomon and Gabby Hurwitz who made aliyah from Pittsburgh 7 months ago, to Hivat Maon in Har Hevron.
Will there be a new World Order, or will it turn out to be a New World Hiccup?
Israel is the leading nation in the world that is sending humanitarian aid to war-stricken Ukraine
We are not exempt from the task He lays before us! Are we created 'equally' holy?
Being a Jew Does Not Make One Jewish
This week Steve and Matt follow up on the Purim Holiday, Discuss biological men winning women of the year, Ukraine Jew washes their conflict with Russia, a 102 year old tells us the trick to growing old, and the world lost a giant of a Torah scholar. All this and more on this week's Lighten Up
Who do you greet and show honor to first, a 'learned' rabbi from the Exile (Diaspora), or a simpler rabbi from the Land of Israel? Should you be here in Israel before the Messiah comes, or afterwards? How can moving to Israel re-ignight your passion for G-d and His Torah? All these questions answered and more, with Rabbi Moshe Lichtman who goes solo.
August 14, 2026 
