For decades, Israel’s supporters have invested enormous effort into hasbarah, the attempt to “explain” Israel to the world. Yet time and again, this strategy achieves the opposite of what it intends. In this episode, Shaun and Ari explore why the hasbarah approach fails, how it keeps Israel on the defensive, and why true strength begins with refusing to justify one’s existence. They examine the deeper issues behind Israel’s communication, how insecurity and guilt shape the way Israel present...
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For decades, Israel’s supporters have invested enormous effort into hasbarah, the attempt to “explain” Israel to the world. Yet time and again, this strategy achieves the opposite of what it intends. In this episode, Shaun and Ari explore why the hasbarah approach fails, how it keeps Israel on the defensive, and why true strength begins with refusing to justify one’s existence. They examine the deeper issues behind Israel’s communication, how insecurity and guilt shape the way Israel present...
War, Faith, and Aliyah: The Choice to Come Home - ep005
Boots on the Ground
49 minutes
3 months ago
War, Faith, and Aliyah: The Choice to Come Home - ep005
Ari sits down with Marc Rosenberg, Vice President of Diaspora Partnerships at Nefesh B’Nefesh, for a powerful conversation about Aliyah during one of the most challenging and rapidly changing periods in Israel’s history. They explore the motivations behind moving to Israel in a time of war; balancing Zionist ideals, personal safety, family decisions, and practical realities. From the dreams that inspire Aliyah to powerful personal stories and the tough questions that follow, this episode ex...
Boots on the Ground
For decades, Israel’s supporters have invested enormous effort into hasbarah, the attempt to “explain” Israel to the world. Yet time and again, this strategy achieves the opposite of what it intends. In this episode, Shaun and Ari explore why the hasbarah approach fails, how it keeps Israel on the defensive, and why true strength begins with refusing to justify one’s existence. They examine the deeper issues behind Israel’s communication, how insecurity and guilt shape the way Israel present...
