יום חמישי, כ״ד תמוז תשפ״וThursday, July 9, 2026
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By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined in-studio by 88-year-old Kate Bernath, grandmother of his wife, Malkah, to hear her Holocaust testimonial: What was it like as a Hungarian Jew getting off the train at Auschwitz, and how it felt to have your mother separated from you forever by Dr. Mengele.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined in-studio by Walter Bingham, 91 -- rescued from the Nazis as a Polish child on the Kindertransport and ended up fighting against them with the British -- shares his memories of Kristallnacht and of facing the German Foreign Minister who was first to hang at Nuremberg. Then, VOI Knesset Insider Jeremy Saltan joins Yishai in-studio to discuss the relationship between the Jewish holidays established in the past and the new holidays born in the modern era of Jewish statehood. They point out that Holocaust Martyrs' and Heroes' Remembrance Day, the Day of Remembrance for the Fallen Soldiers of Israel and Victims of Terrorism, Israel Independence Day and Jerusalem Day all are marked during the "counting of the Omer" -- the 50 days between Passover and Shavuot (Pentecost).
By Moshe Herman
Voice of Israels's Binyamin Nakonechny joins Yishai to share the Kabbalistic perspective on rain after Passover. Then, should Israel have public transportation on Jewish holidays? And how does Israel adopt a more environmental, less litter-filled, consciousness? Seth Frantzman, op-ed editor of the Jerusalem Post, and Mati Wagner, editorial page editor of the same publication, join Yishai in-studio to discuss their latest articles, both of which address the question of the character of the Jewish state. Mati also shares his Matza-baking experiences with proud, gun-toting Jews. Finally, Dr. Alan Mazurek, vice chairman of the National Board of the Zionist Organization of America (ZOA, and Jeff Daube, director of ZOA Israel, join Yishai in-studio to discuss the possibility of rolling back the nuclear framework agreement; the challenge of the new anti-Semitism on campus; and holding on to history on the Mount of Olives.
By Moshe Herman
Raffa Abu Tarif is a Druze, a retired IDF officer, a PHD candidate in Israel security studies and a social-media activist. He joins Yishai to talk about his fight against anti-Israel delegitimization efforts abroad and post-Zionist tendencies at home. Then, Rabbi Shimshon HaKohen Nadel joins Yishai to talk about the retelling of the Passover story at the seder table to your children. He asks, "Why do we need all the props?" And he and Yishai discuss the meaning of the splitting of the Red Sea.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined in-studio by Momo Lifshitz, the CEO of Lirom Global Education and former director of Oranim Educational Initiatives, the #1 provider of Birthright Israel participants. He shares his dream to bring Jewish and non-Jewish students to study in Israel and get a college degree at a great price, while falling in love with -- and in -- the country. Then, Yishai is joined in-studio by Rabbi Avichai Rontzki, former IDF chief rabbi (2006-2010), with the rank of Brigadier General. During his post, Rontzki carried out a mini-revolution in the command, expanding his mandate to allow for a much more active role of rabbis in the army, and creating the "Jewish Awareness Department," which conducts educational activities in combat units.
By Moshe Herman
David Swidler, whose satire blog PreOccupied Territory pokes fun at daily life in Israel, joins Yishai to talk about bureaucracy, Israeli drivers and other topics that beg to bear the brunt of humor. Then, students from the Golda Och Academy in West Orange, New Jersey, visit Yishai in-studio. Finally, David Friedman -- a kippa-wearing Israeli who works for the Major League baseball team the Cincinnati Reds as a global associate in its international scouting staff -- joins Yishai in-studio to talk about how his love for Israel and baseball go hand-in-hand.
By Moshe Herman
Avraham Dovidovitch and his wife, Rosa Ester, look like Hassidic Jews, and they are. But they are also Zionists -- that is, they are heeding their sense that God is calling his people back home to the land of Israel. They join Yishai in-studio to share the tale of their journey to observance, Hassidism and to making aliyah (immigrating to Israel) to the southern Hebron mountains. Then, Rabbi Moshe Elefant, the COO of the Orthodox Union's Kosher certification agency, joins Yishai from New York to talk about how he is leading the effort to make medical marijuana products kosher. Finally, Michael Ordman, the founder of "Very Good News Israel," a site whose name says it all, joins Yishai to talk about his endeavor to show the positive side of the Jewish state.
By Moshe Herman
Jim Long is a Noahide, a Torah-believing gentile, a filmmaker and publisher, and author of "Riddle of Exodus." He helps get the "philosophical chametz" surrounding the Exodus out of our collective closets. He joins Yishai in-studio, together with Rabbi Michael Shelomo Bar-Ron, author of the just-released "Song of the Creator - Revealing the Super-Intelligent Design of the Pentateuch," which posits that the Five Books of Moses is a perfectly symmetrical document the likes of which could only be written by God. Then, Rabbi Shimshon HaKohen Nadel joins Yishai in-studio to talk about a special mock Pascal Lamb Offering ceremony in Jerusalem he attended along with thousands of other people, among them animal-rights protesters. Listen in!
By Moshe Herman
Yoram Ettinger, the former minister at the Israeli Embassy in Washington and expert on Middeast politics and US-Israel relations, joins Yishai in-studio to share parallels between the Obama and Ford administrations, in terms of White House pressure on Israel. Then, VOI political correspondent Raoul Wootliff provides sounds from the "freshman class" of the 20th Knesset. Finally, David Draiman -- the lead singer of the heavy metal band Disturbed -- talks to Yishai about his passion for Israel. He also takes on comedian Trevor Noah, the replacement for John Stuart as the host of "The Daily Show," who has posted anti-Semitic comments on Twitter.
By Moshe Herman
The P5 +1 are convinced that Iran is a legitimate negotiating partner. But Dan Diker, host of VOI's National Security, has the opposite idea. Dan joins Yishai in-studio to discuss the folly of the nuclear talks. Then, Ali Jabber is a pseudonym for an Arab who sees Israel as the harbinger of peace, democracy and human rights. He joins Yishai to discuss why so many other Arabs are still mired in the jihadist mindset. Finally, Yishai talks about Israeli diplomat Yehuda Avner, who died recently. Avner worked as an adviser to prime ministers Menachem Begin, Yitzhak Rabin and Shimon Peres, and wrote speeches for prime ministers Golda Meir and Levi Eshkol.
By Moshe Herman
The Passover massacre was a suicide bombing carried out by a Hamas terrorist at the Park Hotel in Netanya, on March 27, 2002. Thirty civilians, in the midst of a seder, were killed in the attack and 140 others were wounded. David Bedein, director of the Israel Resource News Agency, joins Yishai to reminisce about that awful night; the connected story of the Saudi Peace Initiative; the fraudulent "massacre" in Jenin; the documents that came out of PLO chief Yasser Arafat's computer; and the link to today's American empowerment of Iran. Then, Mati Wagner, Editorial Page Editor of The Jerusalem Post, and Dr. Seth Frandzman, Op-ed Editor of The Jerusalem Post, join Yishai in-studio to talk about the new power vacuum, and anarchy, that is forming in the Middle East due to the retreat of America. Finally, Mati and Seth debate the issue of whether the Arab "nakba" narrative -- according to which the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948 was a catastrophe -- should be taught in Israeli schools.
By Moshe Herman
Political Strategist Elie Pieprz and Knesset Insider Jeremy Saltan join Yishai to "talk Pesach" and and share their tips for the dreaded Passover preparations(i.e. clean early, clean often.) The issue of food, of course, comes up: What tastes better -- Pesach lazagna or matza Pizza? Why do Sephardi Jews eat things during the holiday that Ashkenazi Jews do not? And what the heck is "gebrachats"? Then, Ayala Shapiro, aged 11, was critically wounded by a Molotov cocktail hurled by a terrorist. Ayala, who suffered third-degree burns over 40% of her body, is facing a long, complicated and painful road to recovery, after days of hovering between life and death. But you can help. Tune in to hear how. Finally, Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Yishai to get ready for the BIG Shabbat -- "Shabbat HaGadaol" -- before Passover. Tune in to find out more!
By Moshe Herman
Seth Frantzman and Mati Wagner, op-ed and editorial page editors (respectively) at The Jerusalem Post, join Yishai in-studio. Seth just returned to Israel from a food-filled and uber-capitalist trip to Dubai. Mati just came back from a fact-finding mission about slain Argentinian prosecutor Alberto Nisman. Having both spent election night at the headquarters of the Joint Arab List in Nazareth, they discuss the accusations of bigotry against PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Then, the recent J Street conference featured remarks by White House Chief-of-Staff Denis McDonough, who said that Israel is engaged in a 50-year occupation which "must end." The Jews in the audience clapped wildly and showed great excitement when the potential advent of a Palestinian state was discussed. Finally, Alan Elsner, Vice President for Communications at J Street, an organization that identifies itself as the "political home for pro-Israel, pro-peace Americans," joins Yishai from Washington to explain.
By Moshe Herman
In the 1950s, the Israel Defense Forces engaged in retaliatory missions after terrorist attacks. Was this a legitimate expression of defense? Is the spirit of robust deterrence still alive in Israel? Yishai shares an incredible story with Knesset Insider Jeremy Saltan about the three kidnapped youths who were massacred last summer, and how justice came to their killers. Jeremy also weighs in on potential foreign "punishment" of Israel and provides coalition updates. Then, Pastor Dave McGarrah and Charlie Schiffman, co-hosts of the popular radio show, "The Teacher and the Preacher," join Yishai in-studio. In Israel on tour with his flock, Pastor Dave, a Christian, and Charlie, a Jew, prove that Christian-Jewish relations can reach a new level. Listen in!
By Moshe Herman
Yishai rants about Ahmed Tibi, leader of the Arab Movement for Change, an Israeli political party, who said, "We thought the Israeli public wanted change, but instead acted in a tribal way, and therefore we are left with Netanyahu." Then, Zeev Ben-Shachar, director of Israel Education at Jerusalem U., joins Yishai in-studio to deconstruct the techniques of the Israel-haters and to lay out a strategy for fighting anti-Israel bias on campuses. Finally, Rabbi Mike Feuer and Yishai take the studio outside on a beautiful Jerusalem day to talk about the challenging issues of faith when things don't go our way and the resulting anger. They also provide an "intro" to the Book of Leviticus and discuss the challenging issue of animal sacrifice.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined first by Knesset Insider Jeremy Saltan and then by VOI Bureau Chief Daniel Seaman to discuss how PM Benjamin Netanyahu beat the New York Times, the V-15 campaign, US President Barack Obama -- and how the strategies of his enemies backfired. Then, David P. Goldman (known as "Spengler" in his erudite columns), is Senior Fellow at the London Center for Policy Research, Associate Fellow at the Middle East Forum and author of "How Civilizations Die (and Why Islam is Dying, Too". He joins Yishai to discuss the hegemonic appetite of Iran, America's explicit acceptance of it, and the mandate that PM Netanyahu has received from Israel's voters to fight it. Finally, Alex Traiman joins Yishai in-studio to discuss the upcoming coalition and the spiritual significance of the Likud victory, using the Purim miracle as a parable.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined by his wife, Malkah, to recap the Fleisher family's voting adventures and marvel at Israel's youth, who are deeply involved in the political process. Then, Haaretz blogger and TLV1 broadcaster Allison Kaplan Sommer joins Yishai to discuss the voting patterns of Israel's Coastal Plain, traditionally a more liberal bloc. Finally, a must-hear interview with Aida Touma-Sliman, the former head of the International Department of the Communist Party of Israel. Recently resigned from her post as editor-in-chief of Al-Ittihad (an Israeli daily Arabic newspaper) to run in the fifth -- and realistic -- slot of the Joint Arab List, she bares some tough issues that divide Muslim-Arabs and Jews in Israel.
By Moshe Herman
How many people came to the nationalist rally? Why was Jerusalem such a central issue? Why did the prime minister himself take the time to show up? Yishai is joined in-studio by VOI political correspondent Raoul Wootliff to reflect on the right-wing demonstration in Tel Aviv on Sunday night. Also, why has kissing the Mezuzah become a political issue? Listen to Yishai rant against those in the post-Zionist camp who make fun of traditional Israelis, portraying them as boorish and backward. Then, hear the voices of the people of Israel -- some pro, some con -- who came out to demonstrate on Sunday night. Yishai was on the scene to provide a feel for the real mood in Israel.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai raises the issue of Kurdistan Regional Government President Masoud Barzani talking about the honor to fight ISIS. Yishai wonders why Israel does not use that kind of language when fighting jihadists. Also, Yishai asks why Iran's supreme leader thinks that the open letter from Republican senators signals "disintegration" in Washington. Then, Knesset Insider Jeremy Saltan joins Yishai to explain the latest Israeli election polls, the swing towards the Zionist Union party and why he says that PM Benjamin Netanyahu will probably end up being the next PM. Finally, on Spiritual Cafe: Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Yishai to talk Torah. Why did the Jewish people turn to the Golden Calf, and what is meaning of the incomprehensible commandment of the Red Heifer, which purifies from the energy of death and brings us into the Temple in Jerusalem.
By Moshe Herman
Did the courageous speech of PM Netanyahu, who stood up on a world stage and proclaimed that an Iran deal is dangerous, provide Republican senators with the strength to draft and address a letter to the Iranian regime, undercutting President Obama's plans? Why did Jordan's King Abdullah blame Israel, once again, for regional instability?And who is really dividing Jerusalem? Also, what was American comedian and radio host Joe Piscopo doing at the Voice of Israel? Yishai gives the answers. Then, Kenneth L. Marcus, president and general counsel of the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law, and author of the award-winning "Jewish Identity and Civil Rights in America" -- and Paul Miller, executive director of the Salomon Center, who wrote an article about anti-Semitism on college campuses -- join Yishai to discuss the dark truth about Jew-hatred at American universities.
By Moshe Herman
Dr. Mordechai Kedar is Research Associate at the BESA Center for Strategic Studies at Bar Ilan University, a renowned expert on radical Islam, and served for 25 years as Lt. Col. in Israeli military intelligence (and still in the reserves as part of the Northern Command.) He joins Yishai in-studio to spell out the religious motivations of Islamic State terrorists, President Obama's outsourcing of Iran as a tool against ISIS and future scenarios for the Middle East. Then, Alex Selsky, the newest and one of the youngest members of the Jewish Agency's Board of Governors -- who is also the CEO of the World Forum of Russian-Speaking Jewry and formerly served as adviser to PM Benjamin Netanyahu -- joins Yishai in-studio to talk about the Israeli Russian-speaking electorate.
By Moshe Herman
Michael Doran, Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute, and former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, joins Yishai to review the impact of PM Benjamin Netanyahu's Congress speech. Then, Ethan Bearman, nationally syndicated American radio talk-show host and one of Talkers magazine’s 2014 “Heavy Hundred,” joins Yishai live from San Francisco. He discusses the fuss over Rachel Beyda, a candidate for a student board position at UCLA who was challenged with the question: “Given that you are a Jewish student and very active in the Jewish community, how do you see yourself being able to maintain an unbiased view?” Listen in!
By Moshe Herman
Israel Prize-winning novelist, essayist and playwright A.B. Yehoshua ("Buli")-- author, most recently, of "Ahizat Moledet" (Homeland Lesson) -- was called the "Israeli Faulkner" by the New York Times. A left-wing intellectual, he has recently called on Europe to recognize Palestine as a independent state. He joins Yishai to talk about the meaning of Zionism, and give literary depth to the Scroll of Esther. Then, Knesset Insider Jeremy Saltan joins Yishai in-studio to dissect the politics behind the Purim story.
By Moshe Herman
Across Eastern Europe, more than a million Jews were killed by Nazi paramilitary death squads called "Einsatzgruppen," and their bodies were thrown into mass graves. Many of these grave sites remained unmentioned and untouched for decades. On the Fast of Esther, Father Desbois joins Yishai to convey a message of Jewish strength. Then, VOI's Binyamin Nakonechny joins Yishai in-studio to tell stories and play music in preparation for the Purim holiday -- and in keeping with the verse from the Book of Esther: "The Jews had light and gladness and joy and honor."
By Moshe Herman
Fred Maroun -- a Canadian of Arab origin, who lived in Lebanon until 1984 (including during 10 years of civil war)-- supports Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state. He tells Yishai the ironic tale of how Israel brought him back to a relationship with the Arab world, and the sad reality of how pro-Israel Arabs cannot speak freely in Arab countries. Then, Paul Miller -- executive director of the Salomon Center and a highly regarded writer and political consultant -- joins Yishai from the AIPAC policy conference in Washington, and reports on PM Netanyahu's speech in preparation for his big Congressional address. Finally, VOI's Jeremy Saltan join Yishai in-studio for an analysis of Israeli debates and the lead-up to PM Netanyahu's speech before the US Congress.
By Moshe Herman
Rev. John Counsell is a pastor, a radio show host, a biker and an Israel-lover. Together with one of Ottawa's top rabbis, he is leading a tour of the Holy Land for his listeners. John joins Yishai to talk about living an inspiring biblical life; hosting a religious, call-in talk-radio show on a secular station in Canada; ministering to bikers; and supporting Israel with all his heart. Then, Yishai hosts Brig. Gen. Avi Yaakovi, recently retired from the Israel Air Force, after flying more than 4,000 hours on an F-16 -- thereby setting an Israeli record and becoming part of an exclusive international club consisting of only a few dozen elite pilots. Listen in and hear more!
By Moshe Herman
The worsening housing crisis, the worsening Iran crisis and other problems that Israeli politicians can't seem to solve -- and with Knesset elections taking place a mere two years after the previous ones -- are causing many Israelis to be cynical about the political process. The voter has a desire to see something different, but will they be disappointed again? Dr. Seth Frantzman, op-ed editor of the Jerusalem Post, joins Yishai in-studio to discuss the state of the Israeli electorate. How can the most famous man in history also be the most humble? Why are we commanded to remember to destroy the memory of Amalek (Israel's arch nemesis)? These and other conundrums are the topics of discussion between Rabbi Mike Feuer and Yishai on the segment that gets you ready for Shabbat.
By Moshe Herman
Dr. Ran Baratz -- the founding editor of the conservative, Hebrew-language Web magazine MIDA, and the director of the Tikvah Fund's Political Thought program -- joins Yishai in-studio. Baratz analyzes the "new Israeli," whose identity is formed in a mixed and tolerant religious environment; the rare "new Arab," who accepts Israel; and PM Benjamin Netanyahu's efforts to stop Iran's nuclear ambitions and his call to European Jewry to immigrate to Israel. Then, VOI's Raoul Wootliff joins Yishai to share audio clips from the latest English-language press event, during which Zionist Union party leader Isaac Herzog shared his vision for an alternative to PM Netanyahu.
By Moshe Herman
VOI political correspondent Raoul Wootliff joins Yishai in-studio to analyze Jewish Home leader Naftali Bennett's English-language press conference. Then, Israeli Ambassador to the Pacific Islands, Marshall Islands and Micronesia Michael Ronen talks about Israel's efforts to help that region's fresh-water shortage. Finally, Alex Selsky -- the newest and one of the youngest members of the Jewish Agency's Board of Governors and the CEO of the World Forum of Russian-Speaking Jewry -- joins Yishai to discuss Russian Jews in Western countries and their impact on the future of Israel.
By Moshe Herman
Makor Rishon/NRG journalist Zvika Klein joins Yishai in-studio to talk about his shocking new video -- "Ten Hours Walking as a Jew in Paris." Klein discusses creating the video and what it teaches about the state of Jews in Europe. Then, Joel Pollak, the editor-in-chief of Breitbart.com, tells Yishai that "the fact that there is a rift between Obama and Israel does not mean there is rift between America and Israel." Finally, Yishai defends PM Netanyahu's right to speak before Congress, and compares the Israeli leader to Queen Esther -- using the Bible story as an example of the Jews acting to defend themselves.
By Moshe Herman
Dr. Ronen Bergman, senior military and intelligence affairs analyst for Yedioth Ahronoth, contributing writer for the New York Times and author of five best-selling books -- including "The Secret War with Iran" -- joins Yishai to discuss the massive blast that killed Lebanese PM Rafik Hariri and 21 others around his motorcade. Listen to the story and controversy! Then, on Spiritual Cafe, Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Yishai to discuss the Biblical blueprint of Tabernacle vestments, the month of Adar, which we just entered -- that which symbolizes Jewish victory -- and finding God, even when you're down.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai hosts a special event at the Psagot Winery, to celebrate the rights of the Jewish People to Judea and Samaria, and the support Israel enjoys from friends abroad. Listen to inspiring talks by leading personalities, including Rabbi Avi Gisser, MK Yariv Levine, MK Danny Danon, Danny Dayan and, of course, Governor Mike Huckabee, who jammed with Israeli music icon Yonatan Razel.
By Moshe Herman
Dr. Michael Doran is an American expert on the international politics of the Middle East. His recent article in Mosaic Magazine, “Obama's Secret Iran Strategy," has caused a firestorm in the policy world. He joins Yishai to discuss the US president's attempt at detente with the Iranian regime, and the brouhaha surrounding PM Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming speech before Congress. Then, Nachman Rosenberg, the former executive vice president of Tzohar joins Yishai in-studio to talk about how Israel's religious establishment may actually be destroying the Jewish character of the state, to the point that it poses no less of a strategic threat than Iran.
By Moshe Herman
Voice of Israel's Bassem Eid joins Yishai in-studio to discuss Jordan's challenges -- two million refugees and serious problems with ISIS and the Muslim Brotherhood -- and the goings-on in Yemen. Then, Mark Russ Federman, the author of "Russ & Daughters: Reflections and Recipes from the House that Herring Built," joins Yishai in-studio to tell the story of how one Manhattan store lasted for an entire century in the same location, created a craving for traditional schmaltz herring.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai asks what has happened to masculinity in Israel, and why 'maleness' is in retreat. Journalist and author Orit Arfa, who recently penned a piece about the phenomenon of women opting to freeze their eggs, joins Yishai in-studio to discuss this societal crisis. Then, Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Yishai in-studio to discuss the Biblical view of societal norms and responsibilities.
By Moshe Herman
Author and columnist Shmuel Rosner joins Yishai to argue the case he made in his latest New York Times piece, "Don’t Speak to Congress, Mr. Netanyahu." Then, is the Jewish charity to which you are donating money healthy? Shuey Fogel, director of Fogel CFO and Financial Services, joins Yishai on the 'Financial Sense' segment of the show to answer this question. Finally, has PM Netanyahu fallen into a trap? Dr. Seth Frantzman, oped editor of the Jerusalem Post, joins Yishai in-studio to discuss the personal enmity between Netanyahu and President Obama,
By Moshe Herman
Ann Hood is a best-selling author of 13 novels, including "The Knitting Circle," "The Obituary Writer," and her memoir, "Comfort: a Journey Through Grief." She shares her fascinating life tale with Yishai, listen in! Then, pioneered by MK Rabbi Binyamin Elon, the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) works with the US Congress and parliaments around the world to mobilize political support for Israel, based on Judeo-Christian values. IAF Executive Director Willem Griffioen and Deputy Director Joseph Sabag join Yishai in-studio to talk about their endeavor.
By Moshe Herman
Voice of Israel editor and Israel Hayom columnist Ruthie Blum and Alex Traiman, Middle East analyst and JNS Jerusalem correspondent, join Yishai in-studio to discuss the huge controversy surrounding Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming speech in front of congress. Then, Yesh Atid party MK Dr. Aliza Lavie, author of "A Jewish Woman's Prayer Book" talks to Yishai about her fight for Tikkun Olam (making the world a better place) efforts in the Knesset, to help Jewish law meet the modern reality of the Jewish State.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai and Malkah puzzle over the kerfuffle caused by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's invitation to address the US Congress next month. Then, journalist and anti-terror activist Chana Reich joins Yishai to discuss the Iran-Venezuela axis, and explains why South America is a breeding ground for Iranian-baked Hezbollah terror. Finally, how is the Revelation at Sinai like a nuclear explosion? Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Yishai for their weekly "Spiritual Cafe" discussion.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined in-studio by Voice of Israel's Josh Hasten to discuss Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's hosting of a group of native English-speakers at his residence on Tuesday evening, to shore up the "Anglo" vote. Then, Yehuda HaKohen helps Yishai understand the renewal of Jewish liberty inherent in the holiday of Tu Bishvat, Jewish Arbor Day. Finally, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations Malcolm Hoenlein joins Yishai in-studio for an exclusive interview about the state of affairs of the state of Israel.
By Moshe Herman
Dr. Aryeh Tepper, Director of Publications for the American Sephardi Federation joins Yishai in-studio to discuss the origins of Tu Bishvat (the Jewish "new year for trees"); Israel's natural affiliation with the West; and why a Sephardi soccer player on the Jewish Home Party list might actually be a good idea. Then, marriage and intimacy counselor Rabbi Gedalia Peterseil joins Yishai in-studio to discuss why contemporary sexuality has left society in a state of confusion.
By Moshe Herman
David Wilder, spokesman for the Committee of the Jewish Community of Hebron, reports on the inauguration of the renewed Hebron Heritage Museum, Zeev Orenstein, Director of International Affairs at the City of David Foundation, comments on a recent Jerusalem Magistrate Court decision, and finally, Dan Groover -- a Jerusalem-based French artist joins Yishai to discuss how art has the power to create positive societal energy and portray Israel's special story without the kitsch.
By Moshe Herman
Why is the repressive Saudi King seen as a 'reformer?' Dr. Seth Frantzman, op ed editor of the Jerusalem Post, gives his opinion. Then, should the US be meddling in the Israeli elections? Haaretz reports that the White House is sending four consultants to dethrone PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Yehuda HaKohen, Middle East analyst, and Adam Bellos of the Am Yisrael Foundation, join Yishai to elaborate.
By Moshe Herman
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'scandalously accepted a scandalous invitation' from US Speaker of the House John Boehner without giving the White House proper notification. And now, the Obama Administration will 'exact a price.' How? Elie Pieprz, Director of External Affairs at the Council of Judea and Samaria, and the creator of iVoteIsrael elaborates. Then, Shuey Fogel can be your outsourced CFO and help you with your small to medium business and non-profit. But don't be fooled, this banker has an amazing life story which includes leading the Jewish community at Columbia University and much more! What prompted him to leave the US in search of a life in Israel? Listen in and find out!
By Moshe Herman
Who was Abdullah and who is the new king of Saudi Arabia? Yemen's latest revolution - not again! And, Egypt's President Al-Sisi: an anti-terror reformer? Yishai is joined in-studio by Arab affairs analyst Bassem Eid, who recently visited the Sinai and got an inside look at Egypt's economic and military challenges. Then, how does an ultra-Orthodox rabbi with flying sidelocks deal with Fortune 500 CEOs? Listen in to find out!
By Moshe Herman
Meet the surfing and mountain-biking rabbi who helps individuals reach their 'Possible You.' Rabbi Yom Tov Glazer serves up a combination of extreme sports, beautiful music, knowledge of Chassidut and Kabbalah, and a love of the Jewish people. He joins Yishai in-studio to speak about his unique spiritual journey, and shares secrets of living with the harmony of body and soul. Then, on this week's Spiritual Cafe with Rabbi Mike Feuer, how can Jews handle anger and teach gratitude? Listen in to find out!
By Moshe Herman
Yishai rages against the bloodshed in Tel Aviv and the enraging statements made by EU High Representative Federina Mogherini who called for international pressure on Israel to create a Palestinian terror state. Will this 'cycle of violence' ever end? Then, the students of Thrive are in-studio with Yishai! Find out why these young people are excited about Israel, despite the anti-Zionist narratives they have been bombarded by on campus.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai kicks off by playing the latest rant by Pat Condell that pokes fun at the weakness of the west. Then, Lazer Cohen says there is no problem finding work in Israel, rather, it's all a problem of perception. Finally, in Israel they call him 'Captain America': Staff Sgt. Brian Mast is a true hero. Listen in to hear his journey from the US Army to the IDF!
By Moshe Herman
The average Paris Jew is afraid to have a Mezuzah on a public door, sparking discussions about Israel absorbing France's half-a-million Jews. And where might Israel find houses for all of French Jewry amidst a national housing crisis? Housing Minister Uri Ariel believes they are going to move to Judea and Samaria! Then in a Jewish Press Radio exclusive, 'The Crisis of Zionism' author Peter Beinart joins Yishai to discuss how to be a critic of Israeli policy, while still remaining a proud Jew. Beinart debates Yishai on the Palestinian narrative of victimhood, and argues that Israeli policies in the West Bank represent 'a recipe for disaster.' Listen in!
By Moshe Herman
Is the Jewish Claim to Jerusalem Legitimate? When VICE NEWS interviewed Yishai about the future of Jerusalem, they gave him a fair shake, but it still felt wrong - why? Zeev Orenstein, Middle East analyst, explains the media's subtle work of delegitimizing the Jewish claims to foundational things like Jerusalem and Jewish history. Then, Dr. Arieh Tepper joins Yishai in-studio where he discusses the healthy return to the Jewish Arab that was suppressed by the advent of Zionism and plays amazing Sefardi music to bring us back to it.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai rants on the the French reaction to terror in Paris. Yishai argues that if you import Jihadists, you are likely going to get Jihad. Should French Jews immigrate to Israel out of fear over ideology? Why not, that's what moved millions of other Jews back to the Holy Land. Then, what are the secrets of sacred sexuality? 3,000 years of Jewish sexual wisdom can help navigate the confused landscape of modern relationships. Rabbi Gedalia Peterseil is a teacher, author, and a marriage and sexuality counselor. Listen in!
By Moshe Herman
Is there any way to win the war for the hearts and minds of the North American campus student? Zeev Ben Shachar, who served in an elite IDF unit, attended Harvard, is now Director of Israel Education at Jerusalem U., overseeing a team creating online courses, films and educational curricula to connect over 16,000 North American high school students, college students and adults with Israeli history, society, and politics. Then, Alyssa Gabay, currently a freshman at the University of Maryland, and Albert Kohn, freshman at both Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary are passionate Zionists running for the World Zionist Organization in elections for the 37th annual World Zionist Congress.
By Moshe Herman
Who are the Kurds? They are Muslim but moderate, and they like Israel--relatively speaking of course. Lazar Berman is a News Editor at Times of Israel and a specialist in Kurdish affairs. He joins Yishai in-studio to tell the amazing and hidden tale of largest stateless minority in the world. Then, on Spiritual Cafe with Rabbi Mike Feuer, here comes the Burning Bush that no one else sees but Moses. Listen in and learn more!
By Moshe Herman
Can Jewish and Muslim narratives co-exist? Eliyahu McLean's multi-cultural outlook helps him merge Jewish and Muslim narratives which are seemingly on a collision course. Then, is America the final Diaspora? Rabbi Ken Spiro joins Yishai in-studio to understand the Biblical character Joseph, and his archetypal exile leadership model.
By Moshe Herman
Michael Ganoe, a man of conviction and principle, left Washington DC to fight for the freedom, sovereignty and security of Israel. He is the founder of Insight to Israel and Hersheys for Heroes - bringing Hershey bars to Israeli soldiers with a message from America - we are with you! Then, Uri Regev is a lawyer and rabbi and civil rights and religious pluralism advocate. Currently Regev serves as the President and CEO of 'Hiddush – For Freedom of Religion and Equality,' a trans-denominational nonprofit organization aimed at promoting religious freedom and equality in Israel.
By Moshe Herman
Have you ever wanted to travel the world and visit far-flung destinations, but were limited because you could not find Kosher food in Zanzibar? Well, now you travel with Kosher food, with a prayer quorum, and with high-class! Learn more by listening in! Then, on this week's Spiritual Cafe with Rabbi Mike Feuer, the amazingly rich stories of the Tenth of Tevet, including the fact that Israel's Chief Rabbinate has designated as a general mourning day for relatives of Holocaust victims.
By Moshe Herman
The Zionist Organization of America Student Mission brought 41 student leaders to Voice of Israel where they heard from Yishai on the historic narrative war against Israel, and Molly Livingstone who talked about the healing power of comedy in the Middle East. The ZOA students also got a chance to grab the mike and share the passion for Israel in their lives and the fight for Israel on their campuses.
By Moshe Herman
Baruch Widen, alternative peace activist and proponent of interfaith dialogue joins Yishai to discuss the lack of deterrence, that is, Israel toughness, against the jihad. Also, why is pro-Israel Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) fighting on the wrong side? Then, Joni Versity is 'possibly the smuggest atheist on YouTube and undoubtedly the smartest and most good looking.' He is fighting the anti-Israel social media monster that is eating up young minds throughout the world.
By Moshe Herman
Alan Weinkrantz is a technology and start-up communications strategist. He joins Yishai in-studio to reflect on twenty years of working with Israeli startups, including the time he thought WiFi was a bad idea. Then, Rabbi Mike Feuer comes in for Spiritual Cafe and discusses the Bible's Game of Thrones, that is the epic battle between Judah and Joseph.
By Moshe Herman
Rabbi Shmuley Boteach joins in-studio to talk about the existential danger of the global anti-Israel zeitgeist. Later, Political Correspondent Raoul Wootliff explains the brewing corruption scandal surrounding Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beytenu party. Finally, Jerusalem City Councilman Aryeh King says Jews must stand strong against the renewed wave of Arab violence hitting eastern Jerusalem.
By Moshe Herman
Jeremy Saltan, our veteran "Knesset Insider," plot-points the political spectrum heading into Israel's upcoming elections. Today we focus on the "Left", the Arab parties, and their possible union. Also, Yishai hosts HaYovel Executive Director Tommy Waller and volunteer Ken Groat in-studio. Their controversial Christian organization facilitates the harvest of 438 tons of Jewish-grown grapes in the mountains of Samaria. Get the full scoop!
By Moshe Herman
Baruch Widen joins Yishai in the studio to discuss the "Israel Fatigue" phenomenon and how Israel is now perceived in America. Then on Spiritual Cafe: did you know that the first man, Adam, celebrated Hanukkah? Rabbi Mike Feuer explains and elaborates.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai rants hard on the latest New York Times column by Thomas Friedman, which posits that Israel's nationalist parties are dominated by 'West Bank settlers and scary religious-nationalist zealots.' Then, Raoul Wootliff, VOI's Political Correspondent, explains the split in the ultra-Orthodox Sephardi party. Will women run on that list? Finally, Dr. Aliza Inbal, Director of the Pears Innovation for International Development Program at Tel Aviv University discusses her passion for Tikkun Olam - making the world a better place.
By Moshe Herman
William (Bill) Kristol is co-founder and editor of The Weekly Standard and a veteran political analyst and commentator. He joins Yishai in-studio to discuss the confluence of Israeli-American values as well as the tensions. Also, Bradley Patty who served as a member of the Iraq Adviser Task Force working with US forces outside the wire in Iraq on tribal affairs and information operations. He joins Yishai in-studio to talk about his experiences in Iraq and his impressions of Israel.
By Moshe Herman
First, in this week's Spiritual Cafe, Rabbi Mike Feuer asks whether it is immature for Jews to yearn for signs from above to get through dark times? Then, Colonel Dakar Eilat, found of an Elite special forces unit talks about his background and anti-terror in Israel.
By Moshe Herman
With rain falling in Israel, Yishai discusses the need for infrastructure to capture more of that rain. Good leadership is also a blessing: Yishai explains why he appreciates Deputy Knesset Speaker MK Moshe Feiglin and Economics Minister Naftali Bennet. Then, Rabbi Shimshon HaKohen Nadel is an author and educator who lives in Har Nof, he gives a status on how the ultra-Orthodox community is coping. Finally, Knesset Insider Jeremy Saltan discusses new laws and bills that seem to point to a nationalist Zionist trend in Israel.
By Moshe Herman
Though regularly working in dangerous disputed areas, photographer Yissachar Ruas lost his right to carry a pistol because he moved to area not deemed dangerous by Israel's Ministry of the Interior. Then, why are American universities churning out anti-Israel youth? Listen in to get some answers!
By Moshe Herman
VOI's Political Corespondent, Raoul Wootliff explains the tension surrounding the passed the bill that would incorporate the Jewish calendar, the Hebrew language, and the Hatikva as the official characteristics of the Jewish State. Then, Dr. Emmanuel Navon, senior fellow at Kohelet Policy Forum, is the author of a new book called "The Victory of Zionism" challenging the accepted narrative that Two-State is the only way forward. Malkah Fleisher joins Yishai in studio to talk about the Eight Jews who were attacked and beaten on the Mount of Olives. Finally, Mati Wagner, the Editorial Page Editor of the Jerusalem Post, on why the NY Times and Washington Post are equivocating between mainstream Muslim actors who seeks to foment violence with the minority of extreme Israelis.
By Moshe Herman
Following the Har Nof murder, Raoul Wootlif brings the voices of Ultra-Orthodox community trying to put the pieces back together. Arab affairs correspondent Bassem Eid explains how the Arab bus driver strike is based on a new blood libel, Malkah Fleisher argues that there is a value to the rage that results from the showing the graphic images of terrorism, and David Bedien, Director of the Israel Resource News Agency, explains that the old Deir Yassin Massacre narrative is part of the ideology and motivation behind the Har Nof terror.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined by Pastor Dave McGarrah and Charlie Schiffman to share a love of Israel, a love of Bible, and a love of mankind, also an ode to a dearly beloved friend: Charley J. Levine,62, who passed away yesterday. Charley was the founder and CEO of Lone Star Communications, one of Israel's most dynamic public affairs and media relations consultancies.
By Moshe Herman
Itamar Marcus, Director of Palestinian Media Watch blows the lid off of the latest viral video rage in the Arab world: run over the Jew. Finally, Spiritual Cafe with Rabbi Mike Feuer on how the Biblical city of Hebron can shun conflict and find peace by connecting to Earth which it symbolizes.
By Moshe Herman
Malkah joins Yishai to talk about the terror and the lack of rage. Is it OK to feel fear? Also, how the terror in the streets is not a Pogrom or Intifada, rather a natural outgrowth of policy of Israeli restraint. Then, Binyamin Nakonechny explains the power struggle in the Likud and the fight for leadership between MKs Danon, Feiglin, and Netanyahu. Finally, Jeremy Saltan on government response to terror, and the new budget.
By Moshe Herman
Prof. Aryeh Eldad, former MK and Chairman of Professors for a Strong Israel, joins Yishai Fleisher and says: 'There is no status quo on the Temple Mount! The Muslims are continuously expanding and the Jews are continuously being pushed back.'
By Moshe Herman
Why did Abraham protest against the destruction of Sodom but remained silent at the request to slaughter his own son? Rabbi Mottle Wolf joins Yishai on Spiritual Cafe. The era of prisoner release deals is over due to a new Knesset law. Knesset insider Jeremy Saltan explains.
By Moshe Herman
Jerusalem suffers another ramming terror attack. Hamas takes credit, Hezbollah threatens, and Mahmud Abbas supports terror family. So what's the solution? Hear the Jewish pride solution on the Yishai rant. Listen in for much more!
By Moshe Herman
On today's show, Yishai talks about the Tomb of Rachel including the attempt to destroy the Jewish connection to the site. Listen in!
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined by VOI Knesset insider Jeremy Saltan to talk about potential changes in Israel's conversion laws. Yishai moves on to talk about his frustrated when some bless him and talks about Israel's friends in India.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai presents special audio from Spiritual Cafe with Rabbi Mike Feuer to talk about the eternal fight for the Eternal City and what ignites the conflict. Then, so much divides us, but the Earth itself unites us! Yishai wraps up with an interview with Noami Tzur, former Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem who is involved in a plethora of environmental initiatives in Israel and Jerusalem.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai talks about rudeness coming from the American administration along with a solar tree invented in Israel that can provide shade and provide mobile power. He ends talking with Avi Abelow, the founder of the Israel Video Network, which is dedicated to pushing back the video war started by Israel's enemies.
By Moshe Herman
For this special segment, Meir Eisenman, Jerusalem Affairs correspondent, discusses the renewed efforts to control the Jihadist rampage in Jerusalem while Jeremy Saltan, our Knesset Insider, talks about the rift between the State Department and Bibi's Knesset speech.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai delves into the ideological foundations of the war for Jerusalem, and considers the future of Arab and Jewish societies that occupy the same space.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai presents audio from his recent interview on Al Jazeera, is joined by some Gentile friends to talk about unbiased news from Israel, and wraps up with an interview with Bethany Mandel about a "bill of rights for Jewish converts".
By Moshe Herman
Yishai talks about Israel's Christian allies and how the Sinai might work for the Palestinians.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai debates a cynical friend about the Jewish State, talks about the lack of Sukkot in the Hague, and broadcasts from the Moshav Carlebach Music Festival.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined by Renowned Israeli cantor Binyamin Nakonechny and Malkah Fleisher in-studio with special Sukkot songs and stories. Listen in and get inspired!
By Moshe Herman
Yishai presents a special Sukkot show directly from Jerusalem!
By Moshe Herman
Yishai Fleisher talks to Zvika Klein, award-winning journalist covering the Diaspora beat for Makor Rishon and NRG, about the shocking reality of Jews living in refugee camps in Ukraine's war zone. Also Gil Hoffman, VOI broadcaster and Chief Political Correspondent for the Jerusalem Post recounts the plight of another long-suffering Jew, Jonathan Pollard.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined by Pastor Robert Stearns, executive director of Eagles' Wings, in-studio to talk about the upcoming 'Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem' along with a segments from Spiritual Cafe with Rabbi Mike Feuer on why dark forces doubt Israel's "ultimate commitment" to peace, and how we are all not ready for Yom Kippur
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined by alternative peace activist Yehuda HaKohen to talk about the Judaizing of Jerusalem and how it's all a matter of narrative.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai talks about Israel's newest submarine along and the history of the navy along with the rise of ISIS in the Middle East
By Moshe Herman
Yishai talks about Abbas' hateful speech at the UN along with looking at the sad reality on hate in the Middle East. He moves on to talk about a woman killed on the way to an appointment at a fertility clinic and how she saved five lives and ends talking about French Jews and a Jewish community slated for destruction.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined by Isi Leibler who served as president of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry and Chairman of the Governing Board of the World Jewish Congress to talk about a recent article where Leibler states that while a two-state solution might not be feasible right now, it should not be abandoned.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined by Land of Israel guide and Bible teacher Meir Eisenman to talk about a recent Knesset tour given around Eastern Jerusalem.
By Moshe Herman
Musicians Frank London and David Licht of the Grammy award-winning band The Klezmatics perform live in-studio. Can you play a klezmer beat on the back of a garbage can? Find out from these Jewish musicians whose 'rebbes' are jazz greats from yesteryear.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai is joined by Tamir Druz, who is an energy specialist and the director of Capra Energy Group, an independent energy consultancy based in Israel, and works with the Israeli government to help navigate tax and fiscal policy for the growing energy sector. Dr. Nadia Sheveleva is an environmental engineer and economist in the oil & gas industry and a project manager at Capra is also interviewed to talk about Israel's exploding energy sector.
By Moshe Herman
Yishai attends a conference about Jerusalem gold and speaks with Aharon Horwitz, Director of the Megalim Institute for Jerusalem Studies, Zeev Orenstein from the City of David, and world famous archaeologist Dr. Gabriel Barkay who has been digging up the history of Jerusalem for the last 50 years!
By Moshe Herman
Yishai speaks with, Ankie Spitzer, wife of slain fencing coach Andre Spitzer about the fight (especially against the Olympic Committee) to keep the memory of the Israeli Olympic Team murdered in Munich alive.
By Moshe Herman
(((CLICK BELOW TO HEAR AUDIO))) Yishai Yishai speaks with Jeremy Saltan about the radical drop in the Prime Minister’s approval rating. What is the reason for the about-face in the public’s perception of the war? Then Yishai interviews Rabbi Avi Berman, Executive Director of the OU Israel, about the amazing connection of North American Jews […]
By Moshe Herman
Yishai interviews Rick Santorum, former US Senator and Presidential hopeful on Iran, media, the Bible, and the US Israel relationship.
July 3, 2026 
