יום שבת, כ״ו תמוז תשפ״וSaturday, July 11, 2026
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What would happen if Israel were G-d forbid attacked by Iran and/or its proxies in a multi-front war? Would Israel be able to fend off the missiles, or would its cities be devastated? And what would Israel do to Iran if indeed, it's existence was at the crossroads? Would it be a real doomsday for Iran?
Israel and the West must re-think its way of dealing with Islam.
Two rising stars (or Israeli politicians) on the political scene in Israel are trying to change the policies of Israel. Tamar says one agenda is surprisingly good, while another one is surprisingly bad. Who will get their way to help define the character of Israel?
Thanksgiving is a secular holiday with Jewish religious roots.
American-Israelis celebrate Thanksgiving with their state-side brethren. Ethiopian-Israelis observe Sigd by rededicating themselves to God and Torah. And in a most complex parsha, Jacob and Esau receive very different blessings with everlasting consequences.
This week Rav Yitzchak and William discuss the weekly Torah portion where we read the story of a supposed deception played out when Rebecca convinces her son to fool his father who is about to give a blessing to Esau. Does this raise any ethical questions, and how does it relate to our struggle and the consequences we experience in life?
Watch for a new Timmerman novel of how Trump lost the 2020 because of a team of a Democratic operative and hackers who meddle in the election in key states.
This Thanksgiving we're praying for the quantum leap of the century! Orly interviews an Israeli High Tech Expert as he speaks about the cutting edge of technology coming up that will change our lives!
It is inconceivable that this Middle East superpower should be so humiliated by terrorists, that our kindergartens have to be held in shelters.
Tamar speaks with Rabbi Mendel Kessin from www.TorahThinking.com about the Messianic era we seem to be in. He gives the reasons why U.S. President Donald Trump and PM Binyamin Netanyahu are going through these trials and tribulations, and gives his take on what he thinks might happen in the future which will permit, and set the stage, for the Messiah to finally come. A fascinating show you are going to want to share!
How TSS (the Two-State Solution) and BDS are one and the same, & Israel's Inferior Democracy
Tamar Yonah speaks with Barry Shaw from www.theviewfromisrael.com about the legality of Jewish (re)Settlements in Judea & Samaria. Also, what may happen to PM Netanyahu now that the State plans to indict him, and the turmoil going on in Iran today. An informative show!
In today’s episode of Leap of Faith, Penina speaks with Mordechai Ben Avraham, who shares his incredible story about his journey from Sufi Islam to the Kabbalah Center to ultimately becoming not just an orthodox Jew, but also a Rabbi, studying in Jerusalem. This episode will likely go down in history as one of the best Leap of Faith episodes ever – you don’t want to miss it!
What now in Israeli politics? Will they actually indict PM Netanyahu? Will the Likud have primaries, and will a new leader be chosen? Will we go to third elections in spite of everything? Does the State of Israel have to be attacked before the Nation of Israel can usher in the Messiah? How could a scenario like this happen?
Once again, the mandate to form a government returns and Israel plods along like a motherless ship. New elections loom on the horizon while the left-and-right duke it out. Kingmaker-apparent, Avigdor Liberman, addsfuel to the fire of verbal fisticuffs.
The world is about to break through to a new era of quantum physics. Orly Benny Davis speaks with Dr. Shai Machnes about the revolutionary change in technology and computers that the world is going to see coming to us soon.
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon interview Dan Diker, Director of the Program to Counter Political Warfare at the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs. The occasion was the stunning policy ruling by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo that Israeli settlements in the disputed territories of Judea and Samaria,
Tamar Yonah interviews 'Super Jew' Schmuel Hacohen, one of the most unique people you have ever met. Schmuel used to get beat up in school as a kid, until one day someone said something that turned him into someone you were AFRAID to mess with! Thus, people nicknamed him 'Super Jew'. Earning that name even further, we hear about his time serving in the IDF, his friend who was murdered, and the farm he has for troubled-teens.
Rav Yitzchak and William address the concept of Ger Toshav (Resident Alien) from the weekly Torah portion of Chayei Sarah. There has been so much controversy over this term and it is time for people to just learn what it means, who it is speaking about, and if it is something that applies today?
Anti-semitism has risen its ugly head, and it's not even safe on college campuses anymore to be a pro-Israel supporter. How can students, and anyone for that matter, protect their rights, and stop the dis-information that is spread about Israel and the Jewish People?
It is inconceivable that this Middle East superpower should be so humiliated by terrorists, that our kindergartens have to be held in shelters.
For 71 years Gaza has been bleeding Israel, with Israel's assistance. Huh?
Tamar and her weekly guests fill you in on the news on what's happening in Israel after the massive rocket attacks on Israel by the Islamic Jihad and Hamas. Who 'won' this round, and who will be leading the next government in Israel?
On Today’s episode of Leap of Faith, Penina will be speaking with Dr. Azriela Jankovic who shares her inspirational journey from Reform Judaism to Torah Judaism, and how the love and connection she experienced ignited something within her. Another incredible episode you don’t want to miss!
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dr. Stephen Bryen to address Iran’s provocative nuclear and missile threats to Israel and the US. Dr. Bryen is a former Deputy Undersecretary of Defense during the Reagan Era, a noted military technologist and Asia Times columnist. This timely discussion occurred on news of Iran further breaching the 2015 Nuclear deal with ramp up of uranium enrichment threatening to produce enough fissile material for multiple nuclear weapons within a year.
In response to the targeted killing of arch-terrorist Baha Abu Al-Atta, Arab militants besieged the Jewish state with over 500 missiles in less than 72 hours. School closings, industrial paralysis, traumatized children hovering in bomb shelters and relentless wails of air raid sirens have defined the past week in the Jewish State.
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dr. Stephen Bryen to address Iran’s provocative nuclear and missile threats to Israel and the US. Dr. Bryen is a former Deputy Undersecretary of Defense during the Reagan Era, a noted military technologist and Asia Times columnist. This timely discussion occurred on news of Iran further breaching the 2015 Nuclear deal with ramp up of uranium enrichment threatening to produce enough fissile material for multiple nuclear weapons within a year.
Howie forwards a theory on why the Government hasn't responded to 13 years of rocket barrages. He then talks to Alan Silver who updates on the current state of attacks.
Orly talks about the impeachment procedure in the house of representatives. She also talks about the rocket attacks on Israel and what is Bibi doing?
Everyone has a home. The Jewish People's home is in the Land of Israel. Hear about the beautiful country, the quality of life, and the importance of living in Israel. Tamar speaks with Josh Wander, founder of the 'Bring Them Home - Aliyah Now' organization. Watch their videos with famous rabbis and other influential people as they speak about 'aliyah' (moving to Israel).
Rav Yitzchak and William discuss the crazy math used by the Three Stooges and Abbot and Costello, and how certain groups try to use this type of logic to reinterpret the Hebrew scriptures to say something it does not. In this show you will learn from Torah sources and Kabbalah how the math adds up, and how Avraham (Abraham) experienced the Creator and interacted with his messengers (angels).
In today's programme you will hear how little has changed in world politics as far as it concerns Israel; how the United Nations are contaminated with institutionalised anti-Israel policies and how UNRWA has succeeded to fool the international community to part with billions of dollars to support their corrupt and fake schemes.
This week's Torah reading and our degenerate generation.
There's STILL no new government in Israel, and it looks like we may be going to a 3rd election inside of one year.
Living life with uncertainty is hard. Going out of our comfort zone is difficult. Yet, it is precisely when we are called to go beyond our sense of self that we can become more and transform not only ourselves, but the entire world. This is the essence of the tests of Abraham and his journey towards becoming the father of he Jewish nation. There is much to learn in our own lives through understanding Abraham's greatness and his journey.
Howie ponders over the possibility of another "final solution".
In this week's episode, Jono and Ross talk about a new Israeli invention designed to help drivers stay awake by emitting a foul odor. In keeping with the theme of smells, Jono asks Ross about America's love of Pumpkin spice. Snoop Dog gets a well-deserved spot as a spokesman for an Israeli Start-up. Your hosts also talk about new regulations for pork imports to Israel, a new super-wine, and a high-priced Hanukkiah. This and much more in "Making Scents...of Israel."
The Jewish nation is blessed with holy individuals, dedicated to promoting God's vision of human worth and potential. Andrea speaks with Uri Schwartz, Development Director of Shaare Tzedek Medical Center about the past, present and future of a most remarkable institution. PLUS: the eternal relevance of Avraham Avinu - the father of nations - on living a most purposeful life.
The Palestinian Authority education guarantees no peace for the foreseeable future
Rod Reuven Dovid and Jerry Gordon interview Gil Hoffman, chief political analyst and columnist for the Jerusalem Post during his fall tour of the US and Canada. They discuss Israel’s national emergency- the two failures by Prime Minister Netanyahu to form a majority ruling coalition in the Knesset following the April 9th and September 17th, 2019 elections. Now, it is former IDF Chief Benjamin Gantz and his Blue White Alliance turn to see if a national unity government might be formed. But time is running out.
Orly talks about the global situation of politics and the risk we all take. She also speaks with Hanna, a young woman here in Israel, about their experiences at Yad V'Shem, Israel's official memorial to the victims of the Holocaust.
William returns to join Rav Yitzchak in a fascinating discussion on the weekly Torah Portion of Lech Lecha. Typically translated "Go forth or Go for yourself," Rav Yitzchak explains how the Zohar teaches us it actually means to "Go into yourself." Thus the title, "Can I get along with myself?" All too often people think the "I" and the "Self" are two expressions of the same thing, but we discuss the differences in this interesting take on Parsha Lech Lecha.
PART II of a continuing examination with questions about the assassination of former Israeli Prime Minister, Yitzchak Rabin.
Israel's paralysis in terminating Gaza once and for all.
How do you stay true to your values when the society and culture around you is antithetical to the core of your beliefs. How do you stand up for G-d's truth in a world whose relative truth opposes G-d's objective truth?
In today’s episode of Leap of Faith, Penina speaks with Jim Long - author, filmmaker and founder of Lightcatcher Studios, based in Northwest Arkansas. Today he’ll be sharing about his life-long search from a Catholic country schoolboy to a leader in the Noahide movement. Another fascinating episode you don’t want to miss!
Tamar talks about Jerusalem traffic and why it bugs her. After her griping, she speaks with her guests on the intricate chess game with the players of the Middle East on the battlefront, and why it affects the entire world. Also, an inside look at Israeli politics, and what PM Netanyahu might do to try to avoid a third election in the span of 1 year.
He has seen documents that not everyone else has seen regarding the Rabin Assassination. Tamar Yonah speaks with Mordechai Sones, who was a Research Assistant to Yigal Amir's lawyer, Dr Yonatan Goldberg, in 1996 and 1997. In the course of that work, he says that he had access to all the medical, ballistic, and police documents that pertained to the case and has, like Dr. Mordechai Kedar, concluded that the official version of the Rabin assassination is inaccurate and incomplete. Hear this revealing interview that will make you wiser when it comes to understanding why more than 30% of Israelis don't buy the official version of the Rabin assassination.
In this show, Jono and Ross discuss an article from the Jerusalem Post claiming that one scholar has made "new findings" that "might shatter biblical archeology paradigm." His argument is based upon the idea that when the Torah mentions the place where G-d will place His name, the intended location is not Jerusalem, but rather the "west bank" (words of the author). What is the source of this argument? Is it really a new finding? Check out The Chosen Place, this week on Israel on My Mind.
Is humankind more or less unified than the generation of The Flood? Does the Tower of Babel hold any relevance in this era of Internet and NASA Exploration? Shaky questions for shaky times!
Bernie Sander advertises his Jewishness while he bashes Israel
This week Rav Yitzchak is once again joined by his wife Leah. They recap the Chagim (Holidays) and talk about how one should organize their lives in order to maintain the spiritual high of the High Holidays.
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon discuss the superbly executed US special operations raid, that, with Kurdish cooperation and critical intel, bagged the elusive founder of ISIS, Abu Bakr al Baghdadi. A separate attack took out ISIS spokesperson and possible successor, Abu Hassan al- Muhajir.
Orly talks to Adrian Harel about a revolutionary test for brain trauma. she also reacts to Benjamin Netanyahu speech in front of the Jewish agency.
OUTSMART Germs and Viruses, NATURALLY! As Cold and flu season comes around as winter is around the corner, how can we fight colds and flu NATURALLY? Also, what foods are helpful for cholesterol and blood sugar problems? And what the heck is 'Fire Cider' and what is it said to cure?
I begin with an item that concerns our relations with the Arab world and also our immediate neighbours.
What are the consequences of America's new military policy regarding the Middle East, with Turkey, Syria, the Kurds and ISIS? Will more blood be spilled, or less? Also, is Israel's political system coming to a dead end? Even if a new government is formed, how long would it last before the parties lock heads and that government would dissolve? Would new elections even solve anything?
Trump's Common Sense in the Middle East
Tamar Yonah is back at the mic after a long High Holiday period. She talks about the time she spent away from the mic, as well as the sudden and surprising decision of U.S. President Donald Trump to leave Syria, and the consequences that brings. Also, What's with Israel's new government? Will we need to go to a 3rd election?
As much as each person is unique, there are certain character traits, tendencies and desires that all of humanity share. These same traits existed within the first man and woman; Adam & Chava. There is much to learn from the first man and woman to enable us to better understand who we are and what we ultimately really want in life. Understanding human struggle and the quest for what it means to be truly free, and thereby, truly me are as relevant to man today as from the time of creation.
On Today’s Leap of Faith Penina speaks with Leah Aharoni, Torah teacher, business coach, Life coach and Founder/CEO of SHEvuk, a business consulting firm based in Israel. Leah shares her journey from a secular but persecuted Jewish life in the Former Soviet Union to a religious Jewish mother in Israel, as well as about finding her own voice and dedicating her life to helping others find theirs. Another incredibly inspirational episode you don’t want to miss!
Prepare yourself for a different kind of show this week. Ross shares with Jono the story of a beautiful synagogue in the town where he lives. He tells the story of Temple Sinai Synagogue, built in 1901, how he came to utilize the building for several years, the circumstances of his leaving, and how it will be used again to teach Torah every Shabbat! Don't miss, Temple Sinai Synagogue!
Celebrating her 100th show, Andrea shares insights from the Torah portion, Bereishit, first of the Five Books! In keeping with the 'newness' theme, ideas of how to keep the fresh feelings from the High Holy Days alive in our day-to-day dealings and thoughts.
Howie talks to founder of Prager U Dennis Prager about happiness and then discusses happiness with comedians Elon Gold and Modi.
Orly talks about the audacity of vanity in the political arena.
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dilliman Abdulkader, a Kurdish policy expert. He is director of external relations at Allegiance Strategies, a Washington, DC -based public affairs consulting firm. He is involved in advocacy for Congressional passage of tough sanctions bi- partisan legislation just as a cease fire “pause” of 120 hours comes to close in northern Syria. The “pause” was concluded with Turkish President Erdogan during a session in Ankara with Vice President Pence and Secretary of State Pompeo. The pause has been interrupted with continued fighting between Turkish -supported jihadist Syrian National Army (SNA) militias and elements of the Kurdish YPG-led Syrian Democratic Force. Moreover, there is increasingly evidence of war crimes perpetrated by the jihadist SNA and use of chemical weapons such as white phosphorous. President Trump ordered the redeployment of 1,000 US forces in Syria to bases in Iraq, while abandoning and even bombing former bases in Syria.
In today’s episode Penina speaks with Gavriel Sanders who shares his incredibly inspirational journey from a minister on staff at one of the biggest churches in America, a missionary in Israel and in Saudi Arabia to a Torah observant Jew. Another fascinating episode you don’t want to miss!
In this week's show, your hosts discuss the Ancient Pilgrimage Festival of Sukkot and some of the weather-related incidents thus far during this season. In keeping with the subject of traveling to the land, they also discuss record-breaking tourism numbers for the month of September as well as celebrities who are slated to perform in the Jewish State. But not everyone going to Israel will be enjoying their stay. On this show, you will hear about the Tinder Swindler who will likely be spending some time in Israel, but doing so behind bars this time. These stories and so much more on this week's show, Sukkot, Celebrities, and the Tinder Swindler.
Eating, touring, cooking, praying and eating some more, Andrea shares some of the lofty and not-so lofty aspects the holiday that, in fact, exemplifies the character of the Jewish people.
Orly gives a clear message to Russia, calling them to be on the right side, of history, for our children.
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dilliman Abdulkader, a Kurdish policy expert. He is director of external relations at Allegiance Strategies, a Washington, DC -based public affairs consulting firm. Abdulkader’s family fled from Kirkuk, Iraq during the Gulf War and spent seven years as a child in the Al-Hol refugee camp in northeastern Syria now filled with 70,000 ISIS fighters and families.
On Today’s Leap of Faith, Penina Speaks with writer, international speaker and creator of the Jewish Latin Princess blog and podcast, Yael Trush. Yael shares her inspirational Journey to Torah as well as some words of wisdom for those facing challenges in their own journey to Torah. Another fascinating episode of Leap of Faith you don’t want to miss!
After a powerful Day of Atonement, how do we offer thanks for the promise of a fruitful, blessed year ahead? By moving outdoors into increasingly inclement weather and taking up residence in Sukkahs (booths) to acknowledge that our existence is fragile, temporary, and dependent on His kindness. Ecology, unconditional giving and a bit of mayhem feature on this post-Yom Kippur show.
This week Rav Yitzchak is once again joined by his wife for this special show on Yom Kippur. Every year in every synagogue the book of Jonah is read on Yom Kippur, but is there something more we can learn about our current troubles in the world and the story of a prophet swallowed by a fish? Listen in to this very special message for the Jewish people and all of humanity.
Orly is taking a stand for time of peace. Restarting the new year with some clearance! It's time for Jews to pray on the Temple Mount!
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back veteran Iran-watcher, best-selling investigative journalist Ken Timmerman to address the question of has the US lost the Middle East. Background are troubling developments with Iran, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Yemen, Syria, and Turkey. The bottom line: Iran intends to achieve its goal of controlling the area between the Persian Gulf, Red Sea and the Mediterranean with more than 25% plus of the world’s oil supply while perfecting its Shi’ite objective of surrounding and destroying Israel. As Stephen Bryen has noted in a recent Beyond the Matrix interview the US has “no strategy, no intelligence” and thus appears unable to deal with what Timmerman considers are dire geo-political threats.
A snapshot: Of the life and work of Israel's Ambassador to the UK. Hear: How Jews in Malmo Sweden try to cope with Anti-Semitism. And: Why it's necessary to have a Jewish security organisation in England. Also: All about a Christian family's dedication to promote Judea and Samaria.
What are some of the best things to eat before a fast, and after? Also, hear about what keeps you younger, helps you sleep better, and eases stress in your body, including getting over jet lag and balancing your body's chemistry. Sara Chana Silverstein, a Master Herbalist, Classical Homeopath and author of the book 'MOODTOPIA -Tame your moods and De-stress' joins Tamar Yonah and answers your questions! Visit her website at: www.sarachana.com
The Biblical root of the Arab war against Israel
It's after elections, but there is STILL no NEW government, only an interim government. What does this mean? Will Netanyahu continue as Prime Minister? Will there be a 'rotational' government with the Blue & White? Or will we be forced to go to a THIRD election in the span of one year?
If you’ve ever played the game of hide and seek, you know that those who hide actually want to be found. The same is with G-d, He is hiding because He wants us to find Him!
In this show, your hosts share some season's greetings from various world leaders to the Jewish People on Rosh HaShanah. They discuss a not-so-good review of a secret burger place in Tel Aviv. The good and bad side of marriage is in the news this week from Israel, and the Hula Valley saw thousands of Pelicans as they migrated from Europe to Africa. Don't miss Season's Greetings and Secret Burgers.
So much to do and so little time! Is Yom Kippur a time of bleakness and fear or rife with expectation and happiness? 'Confession' and 'intention' are the themes we explore, correlating the death of Moshe with Day of Judgement.
Even a radio program requires annual soul-searching
Howie confronts a worshipper in synagogue on Rosh Hashanah, you'll never believe what happens next!
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dan Diker of the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs (JCPA) to discuss important developments in a tumultuous do-over election. Discussions between Gantz of Blue White Alliance and PM Netanyahu of Likud right wing coalition are at a critical impasse with the possibility that Netanyahu might hand in his mandate from President Rivlin. All hinges on critical meeting on October 2nd between Gantz and Netanyahu. The Arab Joint List with 10 mandates ironically endorsed Gantz, a former IDF Chief of Staff. Avigdor Liberman’s Yisrael Beytenu with 8 mandates wants a national secular unity government without Netanyahu leading Likud and right wing religious parties. Liberman is trying to position himself as leader of the secular nationalists to emerge as a possible future PM. Could the do-over election result in other Likud leading political figures contesting for party leadership as rotating PM.
Orly the democrats double standards, and Netanyahus challenge in court. Orly prays for the safe guard of all
With only a few days before the start of the Days of Awe - Yomim Noarim - what thoughts and actions may ensure that the upcoming year is a good one? Playing the 'victim card' is inconsistent with Torah; Celebrating individual and communal potential while striving for meaningful repentance are some of the topics discussed on today's reflective program.
In this week's show, Jono remembers INTR friend Nathan Mond who passed away this week. May his memory be for a blessing. In this episode, your hosts discuss some recent archaeological discoveries. Ross shares a bit about copper smelting as it relates to the Kingdom of Edom and a new understanding of copper smelting in the ancient world. Your hosts also discuss a new round of cartoon drawing contests in Iran aimed at making fun of President Trump, and the new winner of Israel's Top Chef reality show and her criminal husband. This and much more in Copper, Cartoons, the Chef, and the Criminal.
Israel begins another year with fantastic potential for progress materially and spiritually
Rod Reuven Dovid Bryant and Jerry Gordon bring back Dan Diker to discuss important developments in a tumultuous do-over election. The result is a virtual tie with the Blue White Alliance of Benny Gantz at 44 Knesset mandates versus PM Netanyahu Likud and Right-wing alliance with 55 mandates. The Arab Joint List with 10 mandates that endorsed Gantz and Avigdor Liberman’s Yisrael Beytenu with 8 mandates have big chips in unity government negotiations to pass the threshold of 61 mandates with Gantz and Netanyahu as rotating PMs. Liberman is trying to position himself as leader of the secular nationalists to emerge as a possible future PM.
Orly talks about the new Jewish year. Orly also takes about the democrats attempt to impeach president trump, and the Israeli election
William returns and joins Rav Yitzchak to speak about politics in both the U.S. and Israel. How are we to view the opposite sides, and what does Kabbalah teach us about finding the balance instead of the extreme.
We have reached a time in history where Democracy just doesn't seem to be working so well, and Israelis are having a hard time trying to build a government.
Tamar Yonah explains why there is no or little incentive for the Blue & White party Block and the Likud, to be the first to attempt to put together a coalition.
Tamar talks about the aftermath of the elections, who might be asked to try to form a government, and how it is done. Also, Tamar gives an emotional tribute to one of the biggest INTR fans ever, Nathan Mond z"l, who passed away last week from an illness. May he rest in peace. BD"E
One of the most difficult things for people who are becoming Jewish or returning to Judaism to deal with is the cultural aspect of Orthodox Judaism. On today’s episode of Leap of Faith, Penina speaks with Nicole Bem, who shares a very difficult part of her journey and trying to find the right community for herself and her family, while not also losing oneself in the process. Another fascinating episode of Leap of Faith you don’t want to miss!
How: Two funny books would have helped me with my Aliyah, by learning about the Israeli psyche, with an interview with the author.
Israel just completed second election in six months. Enough is enough
Rav Yitzchak is joined by his wife Leah as they discuss their travels to the U.S., what the Days of Awe, Ki Tavo, First Fruits, and Ratzon (Will) all have in common. There is so much to be learned from the book of Deuteronomy and specifically this week's Torah portion when Moshe Rabbeinu (Our Teacher) gives on of his last messages to the Jewish people before he dies.
July 10, 2026 
