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Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon interviewed Gil Hoffman, pollical analyst and columnist of the Jerusalem Post to assess the political dynamics of the first historic Israeli do-over election on September 17th. On Saturday, July 20th, Israeli PM Netanyahu will become the Jewish nation’s longest serving Prime Minister. He failed to form a ruling coalition following the April 9th Knesset election when Avigdor Liberman’s Yisrael Beytenu, nationalist secular party, refused to join the proposed coalition over the inclusion of alleged extremist Orthodox religious parties Recent Ma’ariv polls show the Likud right wing coalition with 58 possible seats versus 54 for the Blue-White Center Left Alliance. Netanyahu during the remaining 63 days is faced with the daunting task of cobbling together a 61-seat majority. He has reached out to former Yisrael Beytenu party members. He has offered former Education Minister Naftali Bennett a possible UN Ambassadorship to replace Danny Danon, whose term is expiring. Ayelet Shaked, former Justice Minister and co-founder with Bennett of the New Right Party, that failed to reach the threshold of 3.25% in the April 9th election, is endeavoring to form a right-wing alliance with former Jewish Home party members. Some observers call her action a coup, against current party leader and Education Minister, Rabbi Rafi Peretz. Peretz became controversial espousing so-called ‘conversion’ therapy for gays in Israel. The New Right Party passed the threshold for possible inclusion in the Knesset election with 6 seats in the Ma’ariv poll. The Left is not without its problems. Former Labor PM and Netanyahu Defense Minister, Ehud Barak, in June announced a new party list, the Israel Democracy Party, which achieved 4 seats in the Ma’ariv poll. He is currently embroiled in a controversy over an investment partnership with financier Jeffrey Epstein in an Israeli emergency services communication company. Epstein is the subject of a US Federal Court sex-trafficking indictment. Barak is scrambling with his lawyers to unwind the partnership. Both Labor, now led by former 2006 Defense Minister Amir Peretz, and Meretz rejected an alliance with Barak’s Israel Democracy Party over the Epstein disclosure. Labor and Meretz have 5 seats each in the Ma’ariv poll. The United Arab Hadash-Taal-Raam-Balad party list with 10 seats in the Ma’ariv polls might block a possible majority government for Netanyahu. Netanyahu’s prospects are further complicated by a possible lower total vote turnout than the 68.5 percent who voted in the April 9th election as the Israeli polity is turned off by the political personalities. Netanyahu’s strength lies in his commanding presence in Diplomacy, Security and the Economy. He has kept Israel out of a war, despite the 140,000 rockets and missiles held by Iran’s proxy Hezbollah. He has ‘sway’ over Trump as evidenced by the recent Bahrain launch of the $50 Billion “peace through prosperity” economic proposals. Hoffman contends that is modeled on something that Bibi proposed in 2009. Bibi has picked up US Republican pollster and strategist John McLaughlin. Likud has criticized the Blue White Alliance for retention of Democrat, Joel Benenson as strategist for the Obama Presidential and Iran nuclear deal campaigns. The economy may not be as strong as it was prior to the April 9th election. That is reflected in curtailment of funding of popular educational programs. There is still the matter of the looming October hearing on outstanding corruption charges against Bibi, while new allegations of corruption have surfaced. Anything could happen in the upcoming September 17th do -over election. However, Hoffman noted there is no chance there could be a repeat of the upcoming election. Whatever the result is on September 17th could not block someone else forming a ruling coalition.

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Howie asks the question "Does it matter if your politician is a racist" and then discusses the relationship between former Israeli PM Ehud Barak and an American sex criminal.

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Today's total programme is a self profile of Donald Trump in his own words, seen through the prism of how he presents his Presidency and policies.

You will hear a revealing insight into his psyche, how he sees himself in the context of the Presidency.

It is important to listen to all of it, because it gets more interesting as he speaks.

After you heard it, please write to me or comment on the Walter Bingham File web page about what you have learned about President IITrump from this.

Is he he egocentric or genuinely absorbed by the wellbeing of his country?

Is he a vehement isolationist, or a sterling defender of needy nations?

Is he a real permanent friend of Israel, or only a transient seeker of American interests?

President Trump's first Cabinet Meeting of 2019 was open to the press and here is an edited account of what they heard. It is, as if he spoke to himself, giving his real thought free reign.

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The most important part of your investment strategy is objectivity. Relying on your emotions when making financial decisions can damage any investment strategy.

Dr. C. Thomas Howard, co-founder of AthenaInvest, talks about why objectivity should be an important component of your investment strategy. He describes the five emotional triggers that cause the most damage, and why he thinks Modern Portfolio Theory may lead to emotional investing.

However, don’t be discouraged if you do make a wrong investment decision. You can always learn from your mistakes.

This is also an important lesson to teach your children. Find out why it’s a good idea to let your children make financial mistakes… and learn the best way to help them understand the importance of financial responsibility.

The Goldstein On Gelt Show is a financial podcast. Click on the player below to listen. For show notes and contact details of the guest, go to https://GoldsteinOnGelt.com

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Was Pinchas right to suppress Zimri's exhibitionism by spearing him and his partner? In a repressive social media atmosphere, is intellectual courage today's form of vigilantism? Are we meant to suppress or harness our urges? Rav Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai to hash out the timely Torah portion of Pinchas.

Yishai Fleisher on Twitter: @YishaiFleisher
Yishai on Facebook

This week on the Science of Kabbalah, Rav YItzchak and William explore the weekly Torah portion of Balak. Is there a connection between this evil king of Moab, and the planet Jupiter? Jupiter has actually been visible in Israel for the last few days, and you would be surprised to learn that the Torah does in fact speak about it, as well as several of the sages of Judaism. Listen in to learn some amazing facts about the planet and its connection to this Torah portion.

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The colorful kingdom of a Queen-Mother with seven kids. Tamar interviews up and coming YouTube star, Leorah Hallel Goldberg. She's the mother of 7 kids, that lost weight and became a model. How did she do it, and why does Tamar love her so much? You can view her videos and follow Leorah at:

Facebook: Leorah Hallel Goldberg

Facebook Fanpage: @LeorahsLooks

Instagram (Styling): @leorah_hallel

Instagram (Makeup): @leorahslooks

Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCFUo7P9bdQ_a82_DqK3clYw

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The next holocaust is a very loaded topic. It is up to us to see the signs, signals, and trends, and then immediately act in earnest! One can't 'beat' or win, against the wave of antisemitism. History has shown us this, and has taught us that the only real way to survive and live in safety is to move, and Israel is the only home for the Jewish People, and the safest place to be. Tamar dishes it out and pleads for her brothers and sisters to see the signs, and realize that not even in the academic world, on college campuses, can a Jew be free.

-with guest:
Dr. Mordechai Ben-Menachem, author of the book: Muslim Winter
tinyurl.com/y6g85sec

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Tamar's ENRAGED, and her nostrils are flaring as she reads an article covering the expected scenario of the upcoming war with the Hamas in Gaza. She is passionate as she exposes the explosive flaws in Israel's military strategy under the present leadership.

Also, Shifra Hoffman from www.VictimsOfArabTerror.org
and www.Shuva.net talks about Germany today for Jews, and the hopeless recycling of Israeli politicians.

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One of the biggest problems facing young adults today is student loan debt and the cost of higher education.

David Carlson, founder of the millennial personal finance blog Young Adult Money and author of Hustle Away Debt, discusses whether debts incurred by tuition fees are really worth it.

Find out how to get out of debt, what “side hustles” are, and how they can help you improve your financial situation.

Taking on personal debt is a personal decision. But what happens when governments take on too much debt?
Find out what Doug Goldstein CFP® thinks about Ben Bernanke’s book The Courage to Act: A Memoir of a Crisis and Its Aftermath.

How dependent is one of the world’s most powerful and influential economies upon one man, and is this always a good thing?

The Goldstein On Gelt Show is a financial podcast. Click on the player below to listen. For show notes and contact details of the guest, go to www.GoldsteinOnGelt.com.

Orly talks about the ark of the covenant and how it can restore peace to the world today

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Have you been targeted as a 'Social Media' Enemy?
Have you been banned from facebook, had your videos taken down from youtube, or have your own website not showing up on internet searches?

Meet Alan Silver, a man with pro-Israel and conservative views, who has been suspended or banned from facebook over and over and over again. Is this fair? Is it right that the social network giants can control what is seen and heard and watched on the social media? Frankly, that's where the majority of younger voters get their news from today. If you think that Russia tampered with the US elections, just think how much more sinister it would be this time around in the US AND Israel if they succeed in silencing conservative and pro-Israel groups and voices. ...And Alan is not only upset, but also worried about the future for us all!

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This week your hosts hit the ground running. They talk a bit about Ross' recent trip to Israel but then jump into the news. They discuss Yair Netanyahu's reaction to Linda Sarsour's Palestinian Jesus tweet. And yes Yair, she really is. Netflix has a new series. If you liked Breaking Bad, you're gonna love Family Business - a "sort of" Jewish version of the popular show. Mega-Donor Miriam Adelson proposes that a Book of Trump be added to the Bible and much more! Don't miss, The Book of Trump and Sarsour's Gospel.

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Palestinians are disappointed with their leadership for reasons that have nothing to do with its inability to destroy Israel

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This week Rav Yitzchak and William discuss Parshat Chukat and the incident of Moshe (Moses) striking the rock, rather than speaking to it as commanded by HaShem. Can we find some connections to Kabbalah and the way in which we learn Torah today, and is there a repair for this seemingly great sin that kept Moshe from entering the Land? Listen to hear what the sages of Judaism have to say, and to gain insight into why the apparent argumentative style of Talmudic discourse was all part of the plan.

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Do wearing rose-colored glasses and speaking kindly have the power to change people and even nations? Are all prophets created equal? Laughter, Torah, fish-and-chips and more!

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Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Gil Hoffman, pollical analyst and columnist of the Jerusalem Post to assess the political dynamics of the first historic Israeli do-over election on September 17th. The April 9th election failed to result in Bibi forming a ruling coalition because he couldn’t get Avigdor Liberman of Yisrael Beiteinu to join or even Labor party leader Gabbay to join. Hoffman’s bottom line is that it will be hard for Netanyahu to reach the required 61 Knesset seats to form a ruling coalition. There is the reforming of the United Arab -Balad party list with currently 9 seats in the polls to foil a possible ruling coalition. No Arab joint party list would join a ruling coalition but might block a possible majority government for Netanyahu. It is complicated by a possible lower total vote turnout than the 68.5 percent who voted in the April 9th election as the Israeli polity is turned off by the political personalities. It could show fewer Israeli Jews voting, and more Arabs voting. There is the possible resurrection of the Labor Party given the recent election of Amir Peretz who led Labor in 2006 pulling votes from the less well off including from Likud. Then there are the 8 to 9 seats claimed by Avigdor Liberman’s Yisrael Beiteinu party. Netanyahu failed to form a coalition with Liberman in the April 9th election because of his objection to the inclusion of alleged extremist Heredi parties. Now, Liberman may be using his mandates to force a possible unity government ruling coalition with the Blue-White Alliance. There is the emergence of Former Labor PM and Netanyahu’s Defense Minister, Ehud Barak, who at age 77 has an “uncontrollable desire” to save the country from Bibi. Hoffman thinks that Barak’s objective is to strengthen the left bloc. Ayelet Shaked, the former Netanyahu Justice Minister, is most sought after by parties on the right and might be inclined to lead a broadened right-wing alliance. She might even save the political career of the former Netanyahu Education Minister Naftali Bennett, who founded the New Right party which never reached the threshold of 3.25% cast of total votes in the April 9th election to enter the Knesset. Shaked is also a possible contender if she returned to Likud, despite the objections of Netanyahu’s wife Sarah. Netanyahu’s strength lies in his commanding presence on Diplomacy, Security and the Economy. He has kept Israel out of a war, despite the 140,000 rockets and missiles held by Iran’s proxy Hezbollah. He has ‘sway’ over Trump as evidenced by the recent Bahrain launch of the $50 Billion “peace through prosperity” economic proposals. Hoffman contends that is modeled on something that Bibi proposed in 2009. The matter of whether the Trump political peace plans might be released during the campaign for the do over election came up. Hoffman’s view is that it might be launched only if it did not hurt Bibi’s election outcome. Bibi has picked up US Republican pollster and strategist John McLaughlin, while Gantz of Blue White has retained Democrat, Joel Benenson, strategist in the 2008 and 2012 Obama campaign. As far as the economy is concerned, it is not as strong as it was prior to the April 9th election. That is reflected in curtailment of funding of educational programs as pointed out by Hoffman. The matter of the impact of the looming October hearing on outstanding corruption charges against Bibi, while new allegations of corruption have surfaced. Hoffman contends that it depends on whether a knockout of the indictment charges occurs at the October hearing to avoid possible prosecution in December. As far as the upcoming September 17th do -over election, anything at this juncture could happen. However, Hoffman noted there is no chance there could be a repeat of the April 9th do-over. Whatever the result is on September 17th could not block someone else forming a ruling coalition.

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The powerful wizard Bilam comes to King Balak in a conspiracy to curse Israel. He ends up blessing the Jewish people - except for the curse of the Moabite promiscuity. Rabbi Yishai blesses the dramatic Torah portion. Then, Malkah Fleisher on keeping the kids busy in the summer, making carrot cake, and on tweeting for the cause.

Yishai Fleisher on Twitter: @YishaiFleisher
Yishai on Facebook

Were the violent demonstrations by many Ethiopians that closed down the roads across the country really about the death of a 19 year old man? Or is there something more sinister involved? Tamar explains what's REALLY going on.

Also, why are Arabs fleeing Gaza as fast as they can? And what is the future of Iran? Surprising trends are taking place that are changing the facts on the ground.

-with guests:

Dr. Mordechai Ben-Menachem, author of the book: Muslim Winter
www.amazon.com/Muslim-Winter-His…ook/dp/B005ER9J88

Shifra Hoffman of www.VictimsOfArabTerror.org
and www.Shuva.net

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The Left's alliance with the "Zionism is racism" crowd

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Protests, Violence, and Palestinian flags waving on your roads. What would you do if this is what met you on the highway? Israelis are experiencing this TODAY. What exactly is happening, who are the subversive ones, and what will be effective to bring a 'just' order out of this chaos?

Tamar Yonah speaks with Naomi Linder Kahn, Director of the International Division of Regavim, an Israeli non-governmental organization dedicated to protecting Israel's resources and preserving Israeli sovereignty. Find and follow them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/regavimeng/
Twitter: @RegavimIsrael and www.regavim.org/

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Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dan Diker to comment on the “Peace through Prosperity” proposals of the Trump Administration at the Bahrain conference and the simultaneous US, Russia and Israel Trilateral Security Summit in Jerusalem. Diker is the Director of the Program to Counter Political Warfare at the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs (JCPA). He is a former Secretary General of the World Jewish Congress. He is the editor and co-author of Defeating Denormalization—Shared Palestinian and Israeli Perspectives on a New Path to Peace, (2018).
The bottom line is that the post Oslo meme of “peace runs through Jerusalem” is dead and buried. That the Palestinian revolutionary program of 1974 seeking the destruction of Israel has failed. That only a secure Israel can achieve peace for a sovereign Palestinian entity as demonstrated by the 20- year record of economic success of the 14 industrial zones in Area C under Israel security control and law. Diker’s team at the JCPA documented that track record in Defeating Denormalization, based on reports from both Israelis and Palestinians involved in those industrial zones established by Anatoly Sharansky. Diker briefed the Trump Middle East peace team on the JCPA report findings over a year ago. Nir Barkat, Former Jerusalem Mayor recently proposed adding another 12 industrial zones in Area C to “complement the Trump Economic Plan”. Further, Diker suggests that the Trump “peace through Prosperity Plan” could benefit from the Israeli model experience. The $50 billion Trump economic plan Diker considers “the opportunity of the Century” for the Middle East region. It would create an estimated 1 million jobs for Egyptians, Palestinians and Jordanians. The Plan offers a radical economic shift in the region according to Diker. Glenn Hubbard, Columbia University Graduate School of Business Dean and Bush Economic Adviser called it a Middle East Marshall Plan as it emphasizes private business and not charity access to create jobs. A major problem is the PA is a corrupt fascist kleptocracy. Diker noted two Palestinian business leaders from Hebron, who attended the Bahrain conference, were arrested by Palestinian security upon their return accused of sedition. They were only released through the intervention of US Special Envoy Jason Greenblatt. Diker suggests the Plan needs the “first world” experience and security of Israel to achieve its goals. That was reflected in comments of the Bahrain Foreign Minister and presence at the conference of 7 Arab countries and emirates, including Qatar. The only fly in the ointment is the infrastructure proposal building a corridor between Gaza and the West Bank. The experience post Oslo when Gazans travelled to work in the West Bank was outright rejection by West Bank clans and families. There are no natural links between the two groups. Illustrative of that was the Israel withdrawal from Gaza in 2005 that saw an internecine war in Gaza and increased terrorism. Diker considers the corridor proposal a dead letter. The simultaneous US, Israel, Russia trilateral summit in Jerusalem was linked to the Bahrain conference. It was used as an occasion by Israeli PM Netanyahu to demonstrate that secure and defensible borders is paramount for Israel. A helicopter ride with US National Security Adviser Bolton demonstrated the insecurity of the narrow nine-mile waist of Israel and the necessity of strategic control of the Judean Samarian hills as a barrier against incursions by terrorists and Iranian proxies.
He views Trump’s approach to North Korea’s Kim as reflective of a Machiavellian strategy that Arab leaders see directed at Iran: carry out a ‘full court press’ while keeping the door open for discussions.

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On today’s show Penina speaks with Jono Vandor, Host of Israel on My Mind, who will be sharing with us his inspiring journey from Evangelical Christianity to Torah. Jono talks about how his search for truth brought him to see things that he just couldn’t unsee, that once they took ahold of him, he had no choice but to choose a path that conformed with what he saw, no matter where that led. Another inspiring episode of Leap of Faith you don’t want to miss!

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Do the government’s inflation and unemployment figures really give an accurate picture of the economy? Economist John Williams defines inflation and unemployment as reflected in the statistics and what these figures reveal about living standards.

How does this affect the investor, especially if you invest in TIPS (Treasury Inflation Protected Securities)? Also find out how to manage your money when you live outside the United States. How should you plan your retirement, and what should you do with your IRAs?

The Goldstein On Gelt Show is a financial podcast. Click on the player below to listen. For show notes and contact details of the guest, go to www.GoldsteinOnGelt.com

Howie talks about the passing of the Lubavitcher Rebbe 25 years ago, he also discusses Twitter, Jews hating Jews and how the world has gone nuts!

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Orly talks about trump making history! She also mention sad events of racism in Israel & she wises everyone a happy 4th!

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July 4th show, Andrea revisits the long-ago aliyah experience; also, how-to guide for achieving holiness!

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In this week’s show, Jono and guest co-host Penina Taylor talk about the Jordan River, a new Israeli invention to replace sugar with fruit, the discovery of a Biblical era purple dye industry and so much more. Tune in for another episode of musings, observations and health advice from Israel on Water, Sugar and Snails, A Recipe for Laughter.

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This week Rav Yitzchak is joined by his wife Leah, as they discuss the iceberg metaphor. What does the "Tip of the Iceberg" mean? How does it relate to redemption, and what can we do to look beneath the surface in order to change ourselves and the world around us?

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The Left, it's tactics, its evil-genius, and yet, its soon-to-be demise. Listen to this pin-pointed interview by Tamar Yonah, with Dr. Mordechai Nisan, author of the book, "The Crack-Up of the Israeli Left". You find the book at: www.amazon.com/Crack-Up-Israeli-…san/dp/1927618118

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Walter Says: There are one or two conferences or symposia in Jerusalem almost every week. They discuss anything from medical matters to relations with Diaspora Jewry, politics and even climate change. Most are 'talking shops' without the means to change anything, except to make us aware of the problems surrounding those subjects which of course is helpful.

But: There is also Shurat Hadin, The Law Centre and its annual conference with a big difference.
One took place last week where that important organisation could point to a string of successes countering attempts at anti-Semitic actions and also very importantly the activities of international BDS groups.

Today: The largest part of this programme details some of the successes of Shurat Hadin, their extraordinary work as discussed in their annual conference attended by former Commonwealth Prime Ministers, former US Senator, Israeli Ministers, world renowned international Lawyers, military leaders with several extracts from the speeches.

Also: A report from the most deplorable action of a Government body.

And: Good news for some Holocaust survivors.

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Israel's neurotic inability to subdue Gaza

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What is it like to discover, that after being raised as a Christian all your life, you find out that you and your family are really ...Jewish!
There's a series of intriguing videos on youtube offering you to take a peek at the Crypto-Jews. What are crypto-Jews? They were SECRET Jews, Jews who were forced to convert to Catholicism under the Church during the evil Spanish inquisition.
This show is on one woman's journey and her discovery, that after being raised in the church, that she found out that she was Jewish!

Devorah Esther, our guest, is the creator of the DocuSeries "The Last Anusah". Anusah, in Hebrew, literally means someone who was raped, or FORCED - and in this instance, it refers to the Jews of Spain, Portugal and other countries under the Inquisition, who were forced to give up their Judaism and convert to Catholicism. Devorah Esther's intriguing videos that present her story, are available to watch on youtube. They chronicle not only her journey from Christianity, to Orthodox Judaism, but also the discovery of her family's secret Jewish history and the community-wide practice of Crypto-Judaism or hidden Judaism, till this day.
You can start watching her dramatic story here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEXOPi2juZg
email Devorah Esther here: TheLastAnusah@gmail.com

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On Today’s episode of Leap of Faith, Penina speaks with Yisrael Killian who will be sharing remarkable journey from Roman Catholicism to Torah Judaism, and how discovering the absolute need for the oral Torah to explain the inexplicable in the written Torah was a transformative moment for him and his spiritual journey. Another fascinating episode of Leap of Faith you don’t want to miss.

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The Torah portion of Chukat has a conglomeration of wild stories and commandments. Join Rabbi Yishai for the ride. Then, Malkah Fleisher on the US Embassy celebrating July 4th in Jerusalem and Yishai's birthday.

Yishai Fleisher on Twitter: @YishaiFleisher
Yishai on Facebook

American tax laws originally enacted to combat money laundering and terrorism adversely affect the millions of American citizens living abroad.

Colleen Graffy, a former United States Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Professor of International Law at Pepperdine University, explains why FATCA (Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act) restrictions are unfair to law-abiding U.S. expats. Did FATCA lower the value of U.S. citizenship?

Whether FATCA applies to you or not, you need to prepare for retirement. Consider whether dividend-paying stocks are appropriate for retirement savings. Find out more, and also how to download a free copy of The Retirement Planning Book, written by Douglas Goldstein CFP®, by listening to today’s show.

What is Spirituality? Is Spirituality a necessary component of an elevated life? Where is the place of the spiritual within the physical world?
These are all fundamental questions whose answer will take you on a journey to new perspectives and understanding of the world around us.

Join Soul Talk with Rabbi David Aaron and Leora Mandel to learn what Spirituality truly is and in what way...it is actually only a means to a greater ends.

We welcome your questions and comments. Write to us at soultalk@israelnewstalkradio.com

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A heated debate ensues when Tamar argues with her guest on the Peace to Prosperity Workshop in Bahrain. Did she gt too emotional about the peace efforts?
Plus, will another holocaust occur, this time in America? Shifra Hoffman says it's time for Jews to move home to Israel.

-with guests:
Dr. Mordechai Ben-Menachem, author of the book: Muslim Winter
www.amazon.com/Muslim-Winter-His…ook/dp/B005ER9J88

Shifra Hoffman of www.VictimsOfArabTerror.org
and www.Shuva.net

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Andrea visiting family in Jo'burg, overeating, over-celebrating and, again, over-thinking: Are people fundamentally good or deceitful? Does political correctness ensure a better or bleaker future? Get the answers to these questions and more!

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Orly talks with Ester Peri and Amir Karmi.

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Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dr. Stephen Bryen to discuss the clash between the US and Iran over the downing in international waters of a US Navy MQ 4 Triton surveillance drone by Iranian air defense missiles. He questions the wisdom of disclosing the US retaliatory cyber-attack against Iranian air defense missile control systems. We review Trump’s tough sanctions against Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei and Revolutionary Guard military officials. We switch the focus of the interview to discuss Bryen’s new e-book published on-line, Security for Holy Places: How to develop a Security Plan and get Financial Help. Bryen’s book was triggered by rising concerns in the US over attacks and threats to synagogues, churches, mosques, schools, NGOs and summer camps. These attacks, Bryen notes are often perpetrated by persons not known to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. The leading examples are attacks against the Chabad Center in Poway, California, Etz Chayim Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Churches in South Carolina and Texas. Bryen suggests that the US needs to ramp up a 3 to five-year $1 billion program to protect religious institutions, NGO’s, summer camps and schools.
Bryen reveals that the US Navy MQ4 Triton drone was shot down by a US Navy SM 1 missile originally sold Iran during the Shah era. It was integrated with the Iranian copy of the Russian BUK missile launch control system called “Raad “or thunder in Farsi. The BUK is the same missile platform allegedly used to take down the MH-17 flight over Ukraine with a loss of 298 lives. While the Iranian SM 1 has a ceiling of 88,000, Bryen thinks that the unarmed MQ4 drone and the armed P-8 Anti-Submarine warfare aircraft (a modified Boeing 737) were flying at a lower altitude because of the Gulf atmospheric conditions. Both the US Navy MQ4 drone and P-8 have sophisticated surveillance technology and typically partner in such missions. The MQ4 drone and P-8 may very well have been flying in international air space, denying Iranian allegations that it was taken down in their air space.
While Trump cancelled US strikes against the Iranian missile sites, an alleged ‘leak’ revealed a long planned cyber attack that may have ‘crippled’ several IRGC missile control sites. Bryen thinks this unfortunately disclosed US capabilities. Further, he contends that the US military might have followed Israeli examples of a pinpoint missile strike against the Iranian air defense site that launched the missile that took down the MQ4 drone.
Bryen cited the newly announced stringent sanctions directed at Supreme Ruler Ayatollah Khamenei whose office controls upwards of $200 billion in assets, and several IRGC military and Navy officials, including Quds Force commander Soleimani, the missile force commander, the ground force commander and naval units involved in mining the Persian Gulf. The next target is Iran Foreign Minister Javid Zarif.
In the discussion of Bryen’s e-book Security for Holy Places, the vulnerability of summer camps was exemplified by the 2011 attack by Norwegian Brevik on an Island offshore. US summer camps are isolated in open rural areas and are very vulnerable. Bryen finds fault with the FBI active shooter paradigm “Run, Hide, Fight” as witnessed by what happened when the Pittsburgh shooter opened a closet and shot the innocent victims. He contends that religious institutions need armed guards to intercept possible perpetrators- the best ones are off duty police. He emphasizes perimeter and barrier security, bullet proof windows, CCTV cameras, alarms and evacuation drills. He considers the annual FEMA budget grants for non -profit security too small at $70 million. $1 billion spread over 3 to 5 years is required to meet these threats. Bryen’s how to, step by step e-book can be downloaded free at his website www.securityforholyplaces.org.

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Howie talks about America's latest useless Mideast peace plan and the real reasons why peace can never be achieved.

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Like all peace plans, this one will fail too for its misdiagnosis.

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Walter Is taking a break this week to recharge his batteries. So here are some shows you may have missed.

Hear Walter's report with Tamar Jonah and Eli Stuts from the largest prayer meeting ever held in Israel It was to avert the evil decree by Prime Minister Ariel Sharon for Jews to forcibly expel other Jews from their homes in Gush Katif and the Shomron. God works in mysterious ways.

And: Where is the largest Synagogue in the world?

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As the days go on, and a possible war looms between the USA and Iran, which could possibly harbor in a nuclear war, what are we to do? What about all the other evils that are taking place in the world? Terror, modern day slavery, corruption, poverty, drugs, homeless people, -and one can go and on.
Most all of us say we want to see the redemption. But how do we work towards that goal of bringing, what hundreds of millions of people are waiting and praying for.... the Moshiach, or the Messiah? Shifra Hendrie, founder of the Gate of Unity, and the host and organizer of the Global Geula Summit, talks to us about a GLOBAL conference that you can join wherever you are in the world, hear the guest speakers, participate with questions, and.... it's all free!
Sign up now to get more information at: www.GlobalGeulaSummit.com

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Have you ever created a fantasy in your mind about how something was going to turn out and in the end, it was nothing like what you imagined?

In today’s episode of leap of faith, I’ll be talking with Shannon Nuszen who will be sharing with us her journey from an ordained minister to a Torah Observant Orthodox Jew. And at the end she shares with us a caution about converting to a Judaism which is a figment of our own creating, rather than the Simple Truth that Judaism is. Another inspirational episode of Leap of Faith, you don’t want to miss!

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Surprising headlines are being about the Middle East. Will the Arabs finally make peace with Israel, because they WANT to? And what about the PLO? Also, with tensions rising between Iran and the USA, will we see war?

-with guests:
Dr. Mordechai Ben-Menachem, author of the book: Muslim Winter
www.amazon.com/Muslim-Winter-His…ook/dp/B005ER9J88

Shifra Hoffman of www.VictimsOfArabTerror.org
and www.Shuva.net

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In this week’s show, Jono welcomes guest co-host Penina Taylor for a dynamic that is oddly amusing as they discuss pole climbing, bats that trade food for sex, and amphibian smugglers that hide snakes in their pants. Add to that the butter shortage in Israel and eating plastic for a conversation you won’t want to miss, this week on Israel on My Mind!

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At Bahrain's "Peace to Prosperity Workshop" world experts, including Jews and Arabs, gathered to talk about bettering the regional economy, especially between Israel and her neighbors. But the PA and progressive orgs boycotted the event because they believe they have a monopoly on hope. Rav Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai to discuss the gathering and talk about the Torah portion of the anti-Moses rebellion of Korach. Then, Malkah Fleisher on neo-Nazi beer ban and Jewish Prayer in Bahrain.

Yishai Fleisher on Twitter: @YishaiFleisher
Yishai on Facebook

Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dr. Stephen Bryen to address the alleged Iran Revolutionary Guards provocative attack on two foreign flag oil tankers in the strategic Gulf of Oman. Bryen is a former Capitol Hill foreign policy staffer, Reagan-era Pentagon official, noted military technologist and Asia Times columnist. Bryen emphasized the dangers of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards rogue activities perpetrating these incidents and ultimately the likely achievement of game changing nuclear capabilities. He also noted that emergence of US energy independence through private exploitation of domestic resources has created a strategic paradigm shift with the US economy less dependent on imports of crude oil from the Gulf region. Europe, Asia, China and Japan are more dependent on Gulf crude oil production and US protection of the vital sea lines of communications to those markets. Bryen suggests that Iran’s Revolutionary Guards perpetrated the May 12th and June 13th incidents to upstage Japanese Premier Abe’s mission to facilitate possible discussions between the Trump Administration and Tehran. The Revolutionary Guards, presumably the head of its Quds Force, Gen. Qassem Soleimani, conducted the intimidation campaign mining the tankers. That convinced Supreme Ruler Khamenei to send a no negotiations message to President Trump when he met with Premier Abe. Bryen noted the video captured by US Navy MH-60R Seahawk Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) system and later color photos caught IRGC navy patrol craft removing limpet mines from the hulls of the disabled tankers. To his view, that confirmed their limited intimidation objective. Bryen underlined that these were foreign flag tankers and not US or Gulf allies’ vessels. Calls for brusque military retaliation in the wake of Iran’s alleged actions, by New York Times columnist Bret Stephens, US Senator Tom Cotton, among others, in Bryen’s views, were not justified. Bryen noted that the mining threat in the Persian Gulf sea lanes revealed the absence of a minesweeping capability by the US Navy that was abandoned after the Gulf Wars. Our government sold Italian designed fiberglass vessels to foreign governments. Instead the US Navy uses the CH-53 Super Sea Stallion helicopters with limited anti-mining capabilities. He noted that Iran has shot done US Reaper drones using the Russian provided radar-guided SA-6 system. Bryen considers that superior to the infrared guided SA-7 that failed to take down another US drone loitering near the disabled tankers. He noted that drones are difficult to shoot down as they have a small target signature. Bryen suggested that allegations about Iran’s proxy Houthi missile and drone attacks belie the reality that Iran is conducting these attacks against Saudi oil facilities or last weekend’s attack against Saudi airports. Iran’s military capabilities, other than projecting power through proxies’ terrorist capabilities, Bryen thinks has yet to be tested against the formidable US capabilities. Bryen noted that the only conventional war that Iran fought was with Iraq in the 1980’s, where it did not fair very well incurring significant casualties. He remains concerned over Iran’s threats to renew uranium enrichment breaching the 2015 nuclear agreement, while the Trump Sanctions have had severe economic impacts. Bryen suggests the US should create a sophisticated regime change strategy to block the Revolutionary Guards from expansionist objectives backed by possible nuclear weapons.

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Orly talks about ways to improve security in our world. She also talks to Benzi Sfitan about airport security.

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Can one fine peace with others if he is at war within himself? Forgiveness, kindness, lemons-to-lemonade and the report of the spies make for a most passionate and reflective show!

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Political upheavals, mass population displacement, refugees, religious extremism, misogyny, wars, terrorism, genocides, antisemitism, lack of modernization, the running out of oil, *Iran, the Nuclear Threat, Hamas, Hezbollah, and the insane hatred of the only democratic, free, and successful country in the middle east: Israel. What can we expect might happen next in the region? Tamar Yonah speaks with guest, Dr. Mordechai Kedar, expert on the Arab world. www.MordechaiKedar.com He explains what could happen, and shares insights on US-Iranian tensions, and a possible war. Check out his peace plan at: www.palestinianemirates.com/ 

Dr. Kedar looks forward to hearing from each and everyone of you. Email him at: Mordechai.kedar@biu.ac.il

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Many people feel like they reach a very high level on Jewish holidays, only to feel like they have fallen just after. Having just celebrated Shavuot, Rav Yitzchak and William discuss how we can keep the fires of faith burning all year long.

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How: Muller encouraged Trump's Impeachment and the House takes the hint.

Hear: Part one of the Ethiopian Jews' commitment to Israel.

Also: The IDF's shameful surrender.

This Week's: Four weirdest statements including Feiglin's failed folly.

And: How the Senate passed a by partisan Bill on anti-Semitism and how Senator Ted Cruz slates the House of Representatives.

There's: more about Ayelet Shaked

Hear: About yet another award for Nathan Sharansky.

Any Change?: Following the new President of Kazakhstan.

Israel's: Population figures and history/

And: lot's more.

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What's so important about the settlements in Judea & Samaria, and why would Israel want to apply sovereignty there anyway? Israeli Settlement Activist, Daniella Weiss, General Secretary of Nachala, opens up about what is happening inside the settlement movement, living peacefully with the Arabs, and why it is so vital for Israel's existence.

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Israel's timeless, bloodless civil war

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"Oh no! We can't defeat them! Our women and children are lost! Let's go back to Egypt!" So said the spies who Moses sent to the land of Israel. Like Caleb and Joshua, Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai to undo the Sin of the Spies . Then, Dr. Baruch Sterman on finding the Tekhelet and bringing it back to life. And finally, Malkah Fleisher on adventures in renewing her passport at the US embassy Jerusalem!

Yishai Fleisher on Twitter: @YishaiFleisher
Yishai on Facebook

Barak Moore grew up in a poverty stricken and violent part of New York, but considers his upbringing as a gift which has given him a unique view of life and the world and what it means to suffer.

In today’s episode of Leap of Faith, Penina speaks with Barak as he shares his journey from a non-religious and violent life, to a life of Torah and transformation, and what he’s doing to relieve suffering. Another inspiring episode you don’t want to miss.

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Tamar speaks about a fire that happened to her close neighbor, which brought security and firefighters banging on her own door to evacuate her and her family. Was she ready to flee with her important documents and cherished things? Also, an Arab Muslim who is proud to serve in the IDF chose to be in a combat unit. Is it completely safe? Tamar plays Devil's Advocate.
Also, Tamar talks about an exciting tour in Israel you can join! Check it out and sign up at: www.truth2u.org/israel-tour/

-with guests:
Dr. Mordechai Ben-Menachem, author of the book: Muslim Winter
www.amazon.com/Muslim-Winter-His…ook/dp/B005ER9J88

Shifra Hoffman of www.VictimsOfArabTerror.org
and www.Shuva.net
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Douglas Goldstein, CFP® and director of Profile Investment Services Ltd., explains the three main ways to maintain your retirement nest egg.

You only get one shot at retirement, so you want to safeguard your nest egg as much as possible. How should you manage your money during retirement? There are three predominant ways investors can start to understand their retirement portfolio.

Download the free resource “3 Steps to Stop Your Retirement Nest Egg from Breaking” on the shownotes on The Goldstein on Gelt website. Get overview of how to secure your retirement nest egg.

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Tally-ho!! Sound the silver trumpets and the Ark will lead the way to the Promised Land! So begins the epic Torah portion of Behaalotcha. But along the way, the people complain about the lack of meat – and in punishment, God feeds them too much quail. Rav Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai to quell the quail. Then, Malkah Fleisher on If Not Now in the NYTimes on the AJC’s study on whether American Jews and Israeli Jews are brothers or cousins.

Yishai Fleisher on Twitter: @YishaiFleisher
Yishai on Facebook

In this week's show, your hosts discuss Ross' recent trip to Washington D.C. They also talk about Moldova's announced Embassy move and an exciting new tour of Israel. They provide their listeners with an update from the Palestinians on their views of the Trump administration's much-anticipated peace plan. The fun lasts for the entire show. Jono provides a report on the curious monkey who visited Israel, and on "Trump Monkeys" in the Jerusalem zoo. A man was arrested after pulling a heist with avocado, and in a bit of topsy turvy news, Rep. Ilhan Omar is now part of a new Black Jewish Congressional caucus. These stories and more in Monkey Business and the Avocado Grenade.

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Howie talks about Jewish exclusion at the Dyke March in Washington DC and then talks about the 10 Commandments...It's a must hear show!

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The Torah has much to say about protecting the environment and eating healthily. Nevertheless, many observant Jews seem unaware of the mind/body/soul connection. Andrea explores her favorite questions regarding the non-exclusivity of Torah and health.

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Orly speaks with Andrew Vitek from 'turn 1' about racing cars and making movies that connect people around the world.

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Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon interview a Sudanese academic, Professor “H”. He reveals the dynamics behind the massive civil protests throughout the country against the leaders of the Transitional Military Council (TMC) who rejected a civilian – led government and brutally usurped power in Khartoum. The occasion of this interview was a massacre of sit-in protesters in Khartoum that killed over one hundred, injured hundreds more and saw dozens of victims who were forcibly drowned in the Nile River. He considers the toll vastly undercounted. The emerging ‘warlord’ and deputy leader of the TMC, Hemeti, was responsible for the creation and launch of the Rapid Support Force Janjaweed – “the devils on horses”, who perpetrated the Darfur genocides in 2003. The genocidal ethnic cleaning in Darfur killed over 600,000, displaced more than 5 million internally and sent several hundred thousand to UNHCR camps in adjacent countries. It continues to this day with evidence of killings, rapes of women and seizure of properties in Darfur, the Nuba Mountains and the Blue Nile region. Both Hemeti and TMC leader General al-Burhan are among the 52 Sudanese officials, including former President Bashir, indicted for genocide, crimes against humanity in Darfur in 2003 by the International Criminal Court in 2009 and 2010. The irony is that Hemeti is a Chadian. Hemeti wields enormous power, has billions of dollars in funding and backing from the UAE and Saudi Arabia because he supplied 10,000 Rapid Support Force/ Janjaweed paramilitaries to fight the Houthi rebels in Yemen. While the TMC has been condemned by the Organization of African Unity, Eritrea, Norway, the UK and US, the US may have leverage. That leverage is the US sale of weapons to the UAE and Saudi Arabia. An upcoming meeting in Germany involving the US, UK, Norway and the three Arab supporters of the TMC might reveal a new agenda item- creation of an international force to disarm the Rapid Support Force /Janjaweed of the TMC and rebuild the Sudan Army. The success of the Sudanese Professionals Society and Freedom and Change Alliance is reflected in the general strike, following the massacres, that shut down businesses and professional offices throughout the Sudan. The objective of the TMC is to retain power, exploit the natural resources of the country with funding from Arab partners, while committing genocide against the indigenous civilian population. Opposing the TMC’ are tens of millions of Sudanese who have adopted the outcry of “we are all Darfur, now”. That recognizes the threat of the TMC to them and their future. Professor H maintains an optimistic view, because the Sudanese are united seeking to end decades of pitiless autocratic rule. They face the guns and Toyota pickup trucks of the rampaging devils on horses- the Rapid Support Force/ Janjaweed. Millions of brave Sudanese seek peace armed with nothing more than massive civil disobedience. The civil society opponents of the TMC want liberty, freedom, the rule of law under a democratically elected civilian government. The Sudanese diaspora has thousands of well-trained experts to assist in building a modern functioning government and economy. That would be helped by the US lifting the state supporter of terrorism designation, monitoring free elections for a constitutional democracy, restructuring sovereign debt and forming an international tribunal to indict and prosecute the leaders of the TMC for crimes against the Sudanese people.

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Tamar speaks with Nadia Matar from The Sovereignty Movement, on the need to place Israeli sovereignty over Judea & Samaria. A very interesting show showing how ever some Arabs want to be under Israeli sovereignty. Check out their website at: www.ribonut.co.il/?lang=2

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Condolences to Our President and His Family.

We Celebrate: 52 Years united undivided eternal Jerusalem, the liberation of Judea and Samaria and the capture of the Golan heights.

And: A profile of arguably the best female politician since Golda Meir.

About: Our displaced moral correctness.

Hear: How 75 years ago the world was saved from a disaster and the great Jewish contribution to the liberation of Europe.

The: UK British injured Veteran's games.

Also: Are Netanyahu's days numbered and does Sarah's influence lead him to errors ?

Plus: The misplaced pride of homosexuals, lesbians and other sexually devious.

And: more

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Jews and "Gays" Don't Mix

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Shavuot Special: Is there a difference between a hug and a kiss? During this holiday of kindness and humility, both customs and law blend into a rich tapestry called 'Tradition'.

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The return of Jewish sovereignty seems to interest only the Religious Zionist population.

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Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon of Israel News Talk Radio – Beyond the Matrix bring back Jerusalem Post political analyst Gil Hoffman to discuss the failure of Israeli PM Netanyahu to form a ruling coalition following the April 9th snap election. Hoffman considers this a first for Israel’s complex electoral system as this has not happened before. The upcoming second election scheduled for September 17th may still hang on cheredi issues – the exemption from the national service draft and favored minority treatment that has been a long-term problem for most Israelis, whether religious Zionists or secular nationalists. This Hoffman contends is compounded by the power of small parties as demonstrated by Avigdor Lieberman’s Yisraeli Beiteinu’s five Knesset seats that opposed exclusion of cheredi from the draft military service. Thus, denying Netanyahu the critical 65 seats to form the ruling coalition after his Likud-led coalition that included religious Zionist parties. Hoffman said the cheredi problem has grown because of demographics. Cheredi constitute 10 percent of Israel’s population, but 25 percent of Israel’s next generation of children. This despite increasingly Cheredi men have volunteered for service in special units while the IDF has tolerated their religious practices and torah learning. These cheredi units, Hoffman contends, have demonstrated their proficiency, especially in counterterrorism operations. The issue of cheredi military service Hoffman says is being solved ‘slowly”. When asked about the firings of Naftali Bennett and Ayelet Shaked by Netanyahu from his cabinet, Hoffman said that leaves both free to determine how they will campaign and possible eventual return of Sheked to Likud, This despite the PM’s wife Sara’s objections who copped a plea deal for her lavish dinners’ indictment paying a fine of $15,000. The outstanding indictments against PM Netanyahu do not appear to be an issue with many Israelis, Hoffman said. Israeli elections turn more on the candidates’ leadership experience. That is exemplified by Israel’s security interests will still be handled effectively by the transitional government in operations against Iran and proxies’ threats in Syria, Lebanon and Gaza. On the diplomatic front, the looming Bahrain Arab conference on Trump’s “deal of the Century”, to allegedly resolve the Israeli – Palestinian peace impasse, will likely not be addressed because of the Israeli “do over” election and the US 2020 election. The exception, according to Hoffman, may be economic initiatives. Israeli security control over strategic areas in Judea and Samaria will remain a key issue. Hoffman was queried about his spring lecture tour of the US that took him across the country to cities like Orlando, Birmingham, Memphis, San Antonio and universities like Stanford in California. He saw a ray of hope in academic settings where there was bi-partisan Democrat and Republican student group sponsorship as the issue of Israel crossed the political divide. Based on his interview with Pastor John Hagee of Christians United for Israel (CUFI), he considers the Christian Zionist group as a formidable force in US politics. CUFI’s membership of six million exceeds that of the American Jewish population. Hoffman agreed with President Trump’s assessment that Israeli “elections were messed up”. He countered that American elections are increasingly polarized and divided. When asked for his prognostication for the second historic election on September 17, Hoffman said look for possibly fewer parties with Netanyahu’s Likud achieving another victory.

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Orly talks about the state of affairs in the Middle East, and the balance of power between America, Russia china and Iran

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Join Rabbi Yishai for a FULL - beginning to end - study of the Book of Ruth with commentary on the beauty and drama that leads to the birth of King David.

Yishai Fleisher on Twitter: @YishaiFleisher Yishai on Facebook

Rabbi Yitzchak and William finish their discussion about Counting of the Omer. After, they discuss Shavuot and the custom of learning all night as a rectification for the Jewish people supposedly sleeping in on the morning they were supposed to receive the Torah.

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Dedicated to the free exchange of ideas and opinions

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Hear: How the invincible Bibi lost his magic touch.

Also: The draft-dodging game of the phony Yeshiva students and Ben Gurion's regret.

Plus: Walter's World with a touch of class. A review of two books. 'A Newlywed's Guide to physical intimacy' for orthodox couples and 'Baseless Hatred' a lesson for life.

And: More

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Douglas Goldstein, CFP® and director of Profile Investment Services Ltd., explains the three predominant goals of investing and how investors can begin to reach their goals.

In order to be a successful investor, you need to define your investment goal. What is the purpose of your investment portfolio: growth or income?

Once you know your goals, then, and only then, you can begin thinking about specific investments and decide what products to buy.

If you need help defining your investment goals, download the free resource “Three Goals of Investing – Which One is Yours?” – available on today’s shownotes on the Goldstein on Gelt Show website.

Tension mounts in Israel, and Guest-Host, Alex Pioneer who fills in for Tamar Yonah, explains what it is like living in Israel during these unfolding times.

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Islam, not "Palestine" is the Fuel

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Shavuot is the holiday where we celebrate the giving of the Torah. As much as the Torah are instructions for living life, why do we have a holiday celebrating the giving of a bunch of rules? Listen to Soul Talk and learn about the significance of the holiday of Shavuot and how...yes...it's the rules that give life meaning and joy!

We welcome your questions and answers. Write to us at soultalk@israelnewstalkradio.com

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It seems that holiness and a connection with G-d can be acquired from others. It’s like a virus – it’s contagious, only in a really good way. On today’s Leap of Faith, Penina talks with Elisheva Goldschmidt about how she was exposed to people who talked about G-d as if He were real in their lives and it made her want what they had. Eventually, she found it, but the route wasn’t as straightforward as she might have hoped. Another inspiring episode of Leap of Faith you don’t want to miss!

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Avraham & Bat-Sheva Venismach filling in for Tamar Yonah. Broadcasting directly from the heart of Jerusalem on Jerusalem Day... Come join the celebration and get into some real UN-politically correct conversion.

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Israel is going to the polls for the second time this year in a totally unnecessary election

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Elections AGAIN? Unprecedented and expensive, Liberman and Netanyahu have taken off the gloves and the Israel public will - surprise! -be the pummeled and bloodied victim. Plus, cushy Israeli prisons reward Arab violence and what does the Torah say about Jewish population growth?

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In this week's episode, Jono and Ross cover some bizarre stories. There is the tale of a mischievous monkey and doggie treats that give your pet the munchies and while easing arthritic pain. Jono describes the trendy falafel waffle, home juicing, and hummus flavored ice cream. They touch on the recent political news out of Israel and much more. Don't miss Dog Weed and Falafel Waffles, this week on Israel on My Mind!

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Howie talks about the impending Holocaust in Europe and asks the question about why Jews are staying in Europe.

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Orly talks about politics and usual. She also interviews Ofir Itizk from click about analyzing intelligence.

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Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Diliman Abdulkader, director of the Kurdistan Project of the Washington, DC – based Endowment for Middle East Truth to review the current status of the Syrian Kurdish Democratic Force and Council given developments in the northeastern region and hearings in Washington, DC. At issue is will the US honor its commitments to protect this ally in the wake of the hard-fought campaign against self- proclaimed ISIS caliphate in Syria and threats from Turkey to establish so-called safe zones in the Kurdish control area. Diliman cites the inconclusive US withdrawal plans that appears to maintain a presence of between 400 to 1,000 US forces in the al-Tanf area in southern Syria and the flashpoint of the Arab city of Manbij on the west bank of the Euphrates. There have been a series of bombings in Manbij, that Diliman says are unclear as to whether they were perpetrated by ISIS or jihadist allies of Turkey, like the so-called Free Syrian Army. Erdogan’s threats to invade the Kurdish -controlled northeastern region of Syria Diliman said are opposed by Kurdish, Arab and minority Christian communities. Diliman noted the recent report of the Syrian Study Group presented to the US Senate found the Trump withdrawal plan would undermine the US commitments in Syria drawing attention to the detention of thousands of ISIS foreign fighters and their families. He also brought up the several proposals for international tribunals to prosecute ISIS fighters for possible repatriation ad incarceration in home countries. Moreover, there is concern over the deepening Iranian encroachment in Syria that has engendered Israeli attacks. Diliman noted that the ISIS threats remain active in both Syria and Iraq where attacks have been made in the Kurdish regional area agricultural communities. He also noted the letter signed by 79 US Senators and 303 Congressional Representatives that questioned the wisdom of the Trump withdrawal plan threatening allies like Israel and the Kurds, further requesting pressure by the Administration on both Russia and Iran on the latter’s activities and those of its proxy Hezbollah. Diliman noted the recent appearance of US Envoy to Syria and Turkey James Jeffries before the US House Foreign Affairs committee, Jeffries appears to favor some form of compromise with Turkey with its interests in Kurdish controlled Syria. Diliman cited the record of Turkey’s oppression and record of human rights violations of the Kurdish enclave of Afrin building a wall around the city of Afrin and removal of several hundred Kurdish prisoners from the area. Diliman noted that one of the factors behind the call for formation of a European Army by France and Germany may have to do with finding a way to exclude Turkey, impossible under the current NATO charter. He is very concerned about the current standoff between the US and Iran impact on Iraqi Kurdistan as reflected in a National Interest article of his. He concluded that the betrayal of the September 2017 Independence referendum, the KRG might ‘lie low’ if a conflict erupted between the US and Iran. This follows a pattern of abandonment of Kurdish aspirations by the West. Diliman is very concerned about the Russian offer to sell Iraq an S-400 system, that would threaten both US and Israel security interests in Syria and Iraq. That is compounded by Iranian supply of long-range rockets and missiles to the Hashd al Shaabi Shi’ite Popular Mobilization Units.

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What is the reason for your Torah study? Rav Yitzchak and William discuss those who study and teach Torah for self aggrandizement, rather than for the sake of purifying and cleansing themselves of negative character traits. This is something that we all need to reflect on during the Counting of the Omer.

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Douglas Goldstein, CFP® and director of Profile Investment Services Ltd., explains what dual citizens should consider when living a multi-currency lifestyle.

Do you have financial connections in different countries? Living a multi-currency lifestyle comes with its own series of complications. This podcast goes into detail as to what dual citizens need to consider when they live in different currencies and their money lives in different countries.

How do you know how to make safe currency changes? Are you making wise investment decisions? In a regulated financial world, an investor needs to really understand the market.

Download the free resource “How to Manage a Multi-Currency Lifestyle” on the show notes on The Goldstein on Gelt website.

As of Monday morning, PM Netanyahu has not been able to form a new coalition. There was a first vote scheduled to dismiss the Knesset. But will Bibi pull a rabbit out of his hat and surprise us all with a newly formed government before Wednesday? New elections will cost us billions of shekels, and slow the economy, with another day-off of work. Do we need to change the system?

Also, building a new synagogue on the Mount of Olives. What does that entail?

-with guests

Mike Cohen from MCohen.US and Josh Wander from JerusalemShul.org

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His obsessive war and Israel's defective democracy

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Join Penina on Leap of Faith as she interviews her oldest son, Daniel about what it was like going through the teshuvah and conversion processes with his parents, and he shares his own teshuvah story as a “Baal Teshuva on my own terms.” Another inspirational episode you won’t want to miss!

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Imagine this.... Everything is fine! A lovely holiday is coming up where one sits at night with their family and friends around a campfire, and then..... a day later, ....you have no home. Your community is burned up, everyone there running for their lives, ...with nowhere to go. The fire was too big and came too fast. Can we even imagine how we would cope if this happened to us? Listen to this riviting play-by-play interview as Tamar Yonah speaks with Elisheva and Yisrael Solomon from Mevo Modiin as the describe their flight and plight during the fires! Click here to send help for the family: bit.ly/2MdrSlE

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