Best Bibi Jacob Podcasts (2026)

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TNS 134: On Zionism & Colonialism (with Adam Louis-Klein) 1:21:20

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Can the intellectual tools that have been weaponized against Israel be applied to the Jewish people in a way that actually advances Jewish liberation?Yehuda HaKohen is joined by doctoral candidate Adam Louis-Klein for a broad discussion covering several topics surrounding Jewish identity, colonialism, indigeneity, liberation, and Israel's place in …

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TNS 133: Getting to the Core of the 'Anti-Bibi' Protests (with Paul Gross) 2:06:16

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What's actually driving the Israeli protest movement - in all of its many incarnations - against Prime Minister Netanyahu and his governing coalition?Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Paul Gross, who’s been an organizer in the various incarnations of the "anti-Bibi" protest movement, to discuss the narratives and fears driving opposition to Prime Ministe…

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S3 E11 Phaëthon: The Constellation of Eridanus 27:29

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When Phaëthon, son of Helios and the nymph Clymene, seeks out proof that his father is divine, it precipitates his tragic end. Narrated by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Check out Bibi's substack: @mythhead https://buymeacoffee.com/mythhead Find out more about the constellation Eridanus here: https://rebelstargazer.substack.com/p/…

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S3 E11 Phaëthon: The Constellation of Eridanus 27:29

1M ago27:29

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When Phaëthon, son of Helios and the nymph Clymene, seeks out proof that his father is divine, it precipitates his tragic end. Narrated by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Check out Bibi's substack: @mythhead https://buymeacoffee.com/mythhead Find out more about the constellation Eridanus here: https://rebelstargazer.substack.com/p/…

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S3 E10 Medea & the Argonauts: The Constellation of Argo Navis, Part 2 28:15

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The Argonauts have arrived in Colchis, the Golden Fleece is within their reach. But Jason will need the help of the goddess Aphrodite and the sorceress, Medea, to face the challenges ahead. And that help will come at a price. *Sensitive listeners beware - some of this episode is gruesome!* Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by…

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S3 E10 Medea & the Argonauts: The Constellation of Argo Navis, Part 2 28:15

4M ago28:15

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The Argonauts have arrived in Colchis, the Golden Fleece is within their reach. But Jason will need the help of the goddess Aphrodite and the sorceress, Medea, to face the challenges ahead. And that help will come at a price. *Sensitive listeners beware - some of this episode is gruesome!* Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by…

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S3 E9 Orpheus & the Argonauts: The Constellation of Argo Navis, Part 1 32:30

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Join Orpheus aboard the magical ship, the Argo, from Iolchus en route to Colchis in search of the Golden Fleece. Jason leads the expedition, but can he keep his team of heroes and demigods united as they face untold dangers? For the full back story of the Golden Fleece, listen to our Aries episode. The constellation of Argo Navis was one of Ptolemy…

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S3 E9 Orpheus & the Argonauts: The Constellation of Argo Navis, Part 1 32:30

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Join Orpheus aboard the magical ship, the Argo, from Iolchus en route to Colchis in search of the Golden Fleece. Jason leads the expedition, but can he keep his team of heroes and demigods united as they face untold dangers? For the full back story of the Golden Fleece, listen to our Aries episode. The constellation of Argo Navis was one of Ptolemy…

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The Hebron Emirates Plan 58:26

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The desire by powerful Hebronite clans for a local emirates model to replace the failed 'two-state solution' paradigm could be a game changer. But is Israeli society psychologically ready for such a plan?By Vision Magazine

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TNS 132: The Meaning of Israel's War on Iran (with Jacob Siegel) 52:55

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Could direct US involvement in Israel's war against Iran change the historic significance of the conflict or prevent Jerusalem from taking a post-war leadership role in the Semitic region?Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Jacob Siegel of Tablet Magazine to discuss Israel's current war against Iran and its historic ramifications. The two also discuss how …

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S3 E8 Typhon: The Constellations of Pisces and Capricornus 23:28

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Some say Hera birthed the monstrous Typhon, others that it was Gaia, the Earth. Whoever it was wanted to challenge Zeus and create a new order in the cosmos. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring Sandy Bernard as Hera. Narrated by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Sources include Nonnus' 'Dionysiaca', Euripides' 'Prometheus B…

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S3 E8 Typhon: The Constellations of Pisces and Capricornus 23:28

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Some say Hera birthed the monstrous Typhon, others that it was Gaia, the Earth. Whoever it was wanted to challenge Zeus and create a new order in the cosmos. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring Sandy Bernard as Hera. Narrated by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Sources include Nonnus' 'Dionysiaca', Euripides' 'Prometheus B…

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TNS 131: The Return of Betar (with Ronn Torossian) 47:18

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The Betar movement appears to have sprung back to life in recent months. But why is this so threatening to the official World Zionist Organization?Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Ronn Torossian - a key figure in reviving Z'ev Jabotinsky's Betar movement that appears to be experiencing a major come back as a result of the nationalist awakening that's ta…

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S3 E7 Heracles: The Constellations of Leo, Hydra and Cancer 28:42

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It's party time in Olympus. Heracles, the hero is now a god and about to be adopted by Hera. Before the rebirthing ceremony begins, he and the Queen of the gods must make peace in spite of all their suffering and loss. *Sensitive listeners be aware - some of this episode is gruesome* Written by Doug Rand and Bibi Jacob. Directed by Bibi Jacob. Soun…

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S3 E7 Heracles: The Constellations of Leo, Hydra and Cancer 28:42

9M ago28:42

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It's party time in Olympus. Heracles, the hero is now a god and about to be adopted by Hera. Before the rebirthing ceremony begins, he and the Queen of the gods must make peace in spite of all their suffering and loss. *Sensitive listeners be aware - some of this episode is gruesome* Written by Doug Rand and Bibi Jacob. Directed by Bibi Jacob. Soun…

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TNS 130: Rethinking Israel Education for Diaspora Jews (with Joe Schwartz) 1:36:14

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How did Israel education in the Jewish Diaspora fail as abysmally as it did? Can it still be corrected?In a special double episode, Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Joe Schwartz to discuss the state of Israel education for Diaspora Jews and his work in the field through the Makom organization.In the course of their rich conversation, the two also remini…

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S3 E6 The Golden Ram: The Constellation of Aries 33:19

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What connects a golden-fleeced ram, a goddess crafted from clouds and a set of twins? Davina the Diviner reveals all. The key to your destiny may lie in the stars. Written by Morag Cross. Directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring: Morag Cross as Verity, Helle & Nephele, Bibi Jacob as Davina & Ino. Tom Morton as Aeëtes and the Messenger. Ciaran Cresswell as…

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S3 E6 The Golden Ram: The Constellation of Aries 33:19

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What connects a golden-fleeced ram, a goddess crafted from clouds and a set of twins? Davina the Diviner reveals all. The key to your destiny may lie in the stars. Written by Morag Cross. Directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring: Morag Cross as Verity, Helle & Nephele, Bibi Jacob as Davina & Ino. Tom Morton as Aeëtes and the Messenger. Ciaran Cresswell as…

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TNS 129: Son of a National Hero (with Yair Shamir) 25:36

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What's it like to grow up as the son of a man who dedicates his entire being to his people and country?Prime Minister Yitzḥak Shamir was a Jewish national hero. When the British ruled Palestine, he served as a leading figure in the anti-colonial struggle to free the country. After the State of Israel was established, he was recruited into the Mossa…

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S3 E5 Laelaps: The Constellation of Canis Major 24:58

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Laelaps, Europa's yellow dog, has forgotten what love is, until Procris enters his life. His devotion to her will lead him to some unexpected places in this heartbreaking tale of loyalty and treachery. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Narrated by Sandy Bernard. Featuring Rufo Quintavalle as Minos and Zelda Ri…

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S3 E5 Laelaps: The Constellation of Canis Major 24:58

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Laelaps, Europa's yellow dog, has forgotten what love is, until Procris enters his life. His devotion to her will lead him to some unexpected places in this heartbreaking tale of loyalty and treachery. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Narrated by Sandy Bernard. Featuring Rufo Quintavalle as Minos and Zelda Ri…

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TNS 128: Israel's New Diplomacy in the Semitic Region (with MK Ohad Tal) 42:24

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Could passing responsibility for peace to the Jews most deeply rooted in our collective story help Israel to create better relationships with our neighbors? Member of Knesset Ohad Tal (Religious Zionism) joins Yehuda HaKohen to discuss his efforts towards regional peace and how he represents Israel to the Islamic world. The two also discuss how the…

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S3 E4 The Labyrinth: The Constellation of Corona Borealis 33:55

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This epic and madcap episode concludes Ariadne's story. It takes us into the heart of the labyrinth and up into the heavens with the constellation of the Northen Crown - Corona Borealis. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring: Tom Morton as Silenus, Charlotte Donnelly as Psalakantha, Nigel Pilkington as Dionysus. Bibi Jacob as Ariadne, Rufo …

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S3 E4 The Labyrinth: The Constellation of Corona Borealis 33:55

1y ago33:55

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This epic and madcap episode concludes Ariadne's story. It takes us into the heart of the labyrinth and up into the heavens with the constellation of the Northen Crown - Corona Borealis. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring: Tom Morton as Silenus, Charlotte Donnelly as Psalakantha, Nigel Pilkington as Dionysus. Bibi Jacob as Ariadne, Rufo …

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TNS 127: A Year of War (with Rav Gavriel Reiss) 53:47

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While most Israelis now reject the notion of ceding land, our further advancement requires the construction of a new ideological paradigm.Following nearly a year of war since the Hamas attacks on Simḥat Torah of last year, Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Rav Gavriel Reiss to discuss how Israeli society has changed during the war and what limitation sti…

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TNS 126: Jews For A Ceasefire (with Aharon Dardik) 57:15

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What are the values pushing some Jewish students to call for an end to Israel's current war?Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Columbia University student organizer Aharon Dardik, who spent his formative years in a Judean/West Bank Jewish community but now calls for a ceasefire as Israel fights on multiple fronts.…

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S3 E3 Pasiphaë: The Constellation of Taurus, Part 3 27:39

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Pasiphaë, Queen of Crete, pays the price when her husband breaks his oath to Poseidon and refuses to sacrifice the Cretan Bull. In a letter to her daughter, Ariadne, she explains the terrible events that lead to the birth of the Minotaur. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring Rose Romain as Pasiphaë and Bibi Jacob as Ariadne. Sound and prod…

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S3 E3 Pasiphaë: The Constellation of Taurus, Part 3 27:39

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Pasiphaë, Queen of Crete, pays the price when her husband breaks his oath to Poseidon and refuses to sacrifice the Cretan Bull. In a letter to her daughter, Ariadne, she explains the terrible events that lead to the birth of the Minotaur. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Featuring Rose Romain as Pasiphaë and Bibi Jacob as Ariadne. Sound and prod…

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TNS 125: The Jewish Relationship to Colonialism & Postcolonialism (with Derek Penslar) 50:43

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Could students of postcolonial studies benefit from examining the Zionist movement as an example of both settler-colonialism & national liberation?Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Professor Derek Penslar for a conversation about the unique relationship between Ashkenazi Jews, Orientalism, anti-Semitism, Zionism, colonialism & postcolonialism.The two als…

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TNS 124: Jewish Tribal & Universal Commitments (with Rav Shmuely Yanklowitz) 48:40

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Is there a uniquely Jewish balance one can strike between tribal rootedness & universalism?After hosting Rav Gavriel Reiss in Phoenix, Rav Shmuely Yanklowitz of the Valley Beit Midrash joins Rav Yehuda HaKohen for a follow up conversation on the need to create a critical mass of young Jewish organizers able to show up for other oppressed and margin…

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What Our Historic Moment Requires 41:32

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The most pressing challenges of our time demand a deeper embrace of our unique identities & a principled rejection of shallow political thinking.Rav Gavriel Reiss addresses the Valley Beit Midrash in Arizona & discusses the need to move away from the "two-state" paradigm in favor of an approach based more on the very real identities & realities on …

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From LA to Southern Judea 16:10

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Rav Gavriel Reiss shares his personal journey from life as an assimilated Jew growing up on the outskirts of Los Angeles to creating facts on the ground in southern Judea.By Vision Magazine

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S3 E2 Ariadne & Io: The Constellation of Taurus, Part 2 22:47

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When Dionysus, god of wine and insanity, appears to Ariadne, determined to marry her, she tells him the tale of her ancestor Io. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. With Nigel Pilkington as Dionysus and Bibi Jacob as Ariadne. Original violin loops were created and performed by Chloe Dunn. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Sources include: Aeschy…

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S3 E2 Ariadne & Io: The Constellation of Taurus, Part 2 22:47

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When Dionysus, god of wine and insanity, appears to Ariadne, determined to marry her, she tells him the tale of her ancestor Io. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. With Nigel Pilkington as Dionysus and Bibi Jacob as Ariadne. Original violin loops were created and performed by Chloe Dunn. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Sources include: Aeschy…

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TNS 123: How the Western-Led Global Order Shackles Israel (with Jeremy England) 1:22:03

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Can Israel truly receive a fair trial according to the moral standards of the West if Western civilization is fundamentally rooted in a Christian worldview?Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Professor Jeremy England to discuss his recent piece, Live by the Law or Die on the Cross, and the extent to which Israel could hope to survive and thrive as a Jewish…

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S1 E6: For a Swarm of Bees 20:43

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Bees are often linked to prophesy in Greek mythology. But when a swarm of wild bees settles in her garden, Bibi turns to Virgil’s Georgics and, surprisingly, another descent to Hades. Extracts are from Book 4 of Virgil’s ‘Georgics’ translated by H. R. Fairclough; from Book 10 of Pausanias’, ‘Description of Greece’, translated by WHS Jones and from …

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S3 E1 Ariadne & Europa: The Constellation of Taurus, Part 1 26:47

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Ariadne has been abandoned on the island of Naxos by Theseus. As she battles with heartache and homesickness she remembers her grandmother Europa. Written and narrated by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Sources for this re-telling include Moschus' poem 'Europa'; Roberto Calasso's 'The Marriage of Cadmus and Harmony,' and Ariadne's …

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S3 E1 Ariadne & Europa: The Constellation of Taurus, Part 1 26:47

1+ y ago26:47

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Ariadne has been abandoned on the island of Naxos by Theseus. As she battles with heartache and homesickness she remembers her grandmother Europa. Written and narrated by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Sources for this re-telling include Moschus' poem 'Europa'; Roberto Calasso's 'The Marriage of Cadmus and Harmony,' and Ariadne's …

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TNS 122: The Failure of the Hasbara Industry (with Sharon Levy) 59:17

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After years of branding Israel as a 'Western nation' closely allied to the United States, the campus-based pro-Israel advocacy organizations shouldn't be surprised when Israel is perceived by many students as a settler-colony.Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Vision student organizer Sharon Levy to analyze why the mainstream pro-Israel advocacy organizat…

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TNS 121: Why Israel Celebrates the 21st of Nisan 10:43

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Why do the children of Israel celebrate the seventh night of Pesaḥ (referred to by Rav Sa’adya Gaon as "Ḥag HaShmada" – the “Festival of Destruction”)? Yehuda HaKohen teaches that in addition to commemorating the smashing of Egypt’s military at the Sea of Reeds, the 21st of Nisan also marks something more significant to Israel’s development – the c…

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S1 E5: The Underworld - Aeneas and the Cumaean Sibyl 36:54

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Descend into the Underworld with the Trojan prince Aeneas and his fearless guide - the Cumaean Sibyl. Bibi reads from Book 6 of Virgil’s Aeneid. The translation is by H.R. Fairclough and is in the public domain. Sound and production by Geoff Chong.By Bibi Jacob

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TNS 120: The Egyptian Ideology & True Purpose of the Plagues 27:10

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What was the ancient Egyptian worldview that humanity required liberation from?Ahead of the festival of Israel's freedom, Yehuda HaKohen shares his thoughts on the Egyptian ideology & true educational purpose of the ten plagues.By Vision Magazine

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TNS 119: What Really Happened 50 Years Ago? (with Bruce Brill) 57:07

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Did the US intelligence community intentionally deceive Israel's leadership regarding the likelihood of being attacked on Yom Kippur of 5734 (1973)?Yehuda HaKohen is joined by former NSA Mideast intelligence analyst Bruce Brill to discuss his new book Deceit of an Ally: A Memoir of Military Anti-Semitism, NSA's Secret Jew Room and Yom Kippur Treach…

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S1 E4: Heroides - Ariadne to Theseus 14:52

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Ariadne finds herself abandoned on the island of Naxos after helping Theseus kill the Minotaur. Bibi reads the tenth letter from Ovid’s Heroides. The translation is by Grant Showerman and is in the public domain. Sound and production by Geoff Chong.By Bibi Jacob

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TNS 118: Shaking Off the Empire (with Aryeh Shapiro) 52:34

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As the Biden administration schemes to remove Netanyahu from office, the prime minister's domestic political needs have aligned with exposing the toxicity of the US-Israel relationship.Yehuda HaKohen is joined by Vision organizer Aryeh Shapiro for a discussion on Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's defiant wartime posture towards the United States.…

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S1 E3: Baucis and Philemon 10:52

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When Jupiter and Mercury seek hospitality on earth, they find most doors are closed to them. Only one old couple takes them in. Punishment and reward follow. Bibi reads from Book 8 of Ovid’s Metamorphoses. The translation is by Henry Thomas Riley and is in the public domain. Sound and production by Geoff Chong.…

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TNS 117: Political Intelligence & Concepts of Freedom (with an "Anonymous Soldier") 44:44

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If different societies have different concepts of freedom, what does freedom mean to Israel?Ahead of the anniversary of Leḥi (Fighters for the Freedom of Israel) leader Natan Yellin-Mor's passing, Yehuda HaKohen is joined by a Vision affiliated "Anonymous Soldier" to discuss the need for political education within Israel's national-religious camp.…

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S1 E2: Erysichthon’s Hunger 14:59

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The goddess Ceres punishes Erysichthon in a surprisingly gruesome way when he cuts down her sacred tree. Bibi reads from Ovid’s Metamorphoses, Book 8. The translation is by Henry Thomas Riley. Sound and production by Geoff Chong.By Bibi Jacob

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TNS 116: Sh'ma Yishmael (with Inon Kehati) 51:06

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What does it mean to engage Yishmael from a place of power? Can a stronger Jewish identity help Israel to better communicate with the Islamic world?Lizzy Oziel & Yehuda HaKohen are joined by Inon Kehati of the Home movement to discuss his new book aimed at communicating Israel's story to the Muslim world.The three also discuss the importance of def…

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S2 E14 Hermes & Aphrodite: The Constellation of Aquila 17:33

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How do a slipper and an eagle lead to love? Hermes explains all. Written by Chris Mack with Bibi Jacob. Featuring Chris Mack and Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Discover our new show, Late Night ClassicsBy Chris Mack & Bibi Jacob