Could Israel face another October 7 style attack in 2026? On this episode of the ILTV Podcast, Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman speaks with Dan Diker, president of the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs, about the threats Israel may soon confront. Diker warns of growing dangers from Judea and Samaria, Iran’s remaining ballistic missile capabilities, and the continued strength of Hamas and Hezbollah. He explains why Israel is prioritizing prevention, why Hamas still holds power in Gaza, and why the West often misunderstands the conflict.
Syrian-born activist Rawan Osman joins ILTV to explain why she believes defending Israel is a moral obligation and why the West fundamentally misunderstands Islamism. Living under constant threat, Osman speaks candidly about the personal sacrifices she has made, the dangers of social media activism, and why October 7 marked a turning point not only for Israel, but for Western civilization. From Syria’s new leadership to jihadist ideology and her own deeply personal journey, Osman delivers an unapologetic warning about what lies ahead and why she believes Israel and the Jewish people will ultimately prevail.
In this episode of Off The Record, Zina Rakhamilova discusses the looming threat of another Israel-Iran war and a new report on the manufactured famine in Gaza.
She also sits with Canadian political content creator Judy Jo to discuss how the media has served as a propaganda tool against Western interests and how goverments and leaders need to shift their policy to safeguard Western ideals.
Israel should not expect peace or tranquility in the Middle East, warns Dr. Dan Schueftan of the University of Haifa. In this interview on the ILTV Podcast with Maayan Hoffman, Schueftan explains why quiet on Israel’s borders often signals preparation for future conflict, why cooperation matters more than normalization, and how Israel’s hard power underpins its regional influence. He addresses Western criticism of Israel’s military actions, the shared threats facing Israel and Arab states, and why smart optimism means getting stronger even as challenges grow.
Paralympic world champion Moran Samuel shares her extraordinary journey from sudden paralysis to Olympic gold, and the life lessons she learned along the way. Speaking on the ILTV Podcast with Maayan Hoffman, Samuel reflects on resilience, independence, and turning pain into purpose. She recounts the emotional weight of winning her final Paralympic gold in Paris amid war, loss, and national grief, and explains why sport is a powerful tool for healing and self-confidence, especially for people with disabilities.
Israeli entrepreneur, lecturer and author of “Confessions of a Unicorn Founder” Raanan Cohen discusses what it takes to build a unicorn company, the "dirty secrets" of Israel's high-tech sector, and what it means to be an entrepreneur.
On this episode of Off The Record, Zina Rakhamilova examines the antisemitic terror attack on a Chanukah celebration at Bondi Beach, and touches on the global surge of coordinated violence and incitement against Jews. The normalization of extremist rhetoric against Jews around the world has deadly consequences.
Is Israel an apartheid state? Dr. Shmuel Legesse, a Black Ethiopian Israeli Jew, says the evidence points in the opposite direction. On the ILTV Podcast with Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman, he calls out global institutions for misrepresenting Israel and invites South African leaders, Black Lives Matter activists and international media to a real, fact-based debate. Legesse explains why the Ethiopian community’s identity, service and sacrifice challenge the apartheid narrative, and why their absence from Israel’s leadership spaces must change. His message to young Ethiopians: your actions, not prejudice, define who you are.
Eighty years after World War II, October 7 has reopened fears many thought were long behind us. On this ILTV Podcast, author and journalist Aron Heller discusses the story behind his new book, Zaidy’s Band, an 11-year journey uncovering the untold legacy of 1.5 million Jewish soldiers who fought in the Allied armies. Heller shares how his grandfather’s silence, trauma, and eventual openness reshaped his understanding of Jewish resilience, and why those lessons matter now more than ever.
IDF reservists are coming home from the front lines and launching Israel’s next generation of deep tech startups. In this ILTV Podcast, Kerem Nevo, VP Growth at the Israel Innovation Authority, explains to Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman why investment in Israeli deep tech is surging despite war, politics and rising antisemitism ... and why Israel is now “the next hub after the US.” She also addresses tax reforms, the risk of brain drain and what it will take to keep big, mature companies rooted in Israel.
Pastor Dumisani Washington issues a stark warning: Biblical illiteracy is leaving millions of Christians open to dangerous anti-Israel messaging from voices like Tucker Carlson. In this ILTV conversation with Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman, Washington explains why he calls Tucker “one of the most dangerous” figures in America today, how Jew-hatred is a spiritual phenomenon, and why Israel has become the defining fault line in the church. He also tackles Black–Jewish relations and Christian Zionism.
On this episode of the ILTV Podcast, host Maayan Hoffman sits down with Yizhar Hess, vice chair of the World Zionist Organization, for a revealing look inside the 2025 World Zionist Congress. Hess explains why liberal Zionists scored major wins, how a new leadership balance was struck, and why October 7 pushed Jews worldwide to reengage with Zionism. From army service equality to safeguarding Israel’s Declaration of Independence, Hess lays out the Congress’s most impactful resolutions, and what they mean for Israel and world Jewry moving forward.
Nevo Abutbul, the youngest mentalist in the world, joins The ILTV Podcast with Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman to share how he learned to “read minds” … without actually reading them. From forging his parents’ signature to get on Israel’s Got Talent to performing for IDF soldiers and now taking his act to the U.S., Abutbul reveals the mix of intuition, body language, and psychology behind his craft. Hear how he uses illusion to inspire others to chase their dreams, think positively, and believe in their own magic.
Iranian journalist and influencer Pantea Modiri joins The ILTV Podcast with host Maayan Hoffman to share a stunning perspective: many Iranians trust Israel more than their own government, and some even want Israel to help topple the regime. In a candid, emotional conversation, Modiri talks about fear, courage, and the power of storytelling to spark change.
On this episode of the ILTV Podcast, host Maayan Hoffman sits down with Olga Deutsch, vice president of NGO Monitor, to ask a pressing question: Has anything really changed since October 7? Deutsch discusses Israel’s military victories, the global perception battle, and the urgent need to reshape education and discourse in the region.
On this episode of the ILTV Podcast, host Maayan Hoffman speaks with Gabe Groisman, former mayor of Bal Harbour, Florida, about what comes next for Israel and the Middle East. Groisman says the war may be winding down, but a new era is just beginning — one defined by shifting alliances, weakened enemies, and cautious optimism. Can Israel and the West navigate this new geopolitical reality? Groisman shares a clear-eyed yet hopeful outlook on Israel’s next chapter.
In this episode of The ILTV Podcast with Maayan Hoffman, professional basketball player Jared Armstrong shares his powerful story of faith, identity, and resilience. From growing up in Philadelphia to living under rocket fire in Ashkelon, Jared has turned hardship into purpose, using basketball to help Israeli children heal from trauma and to bridge divides across faiths and backgrounds. He opens up about his fight for Israeli citizenship, his father’s 9/11 survival, and how sports can build peace where politics fails.
In this episode of The ILTV Podcast with Maayan Hoffman, regional analyst Ahmed Khuzaie breaks down the latest developments surrounding Donald Trump’s proposed Gaza ceasefire and peace plan. As Israel and its neighbors stand at a historic crossroads, Khuzaie discusses what the “morning after” might look like, whether Hamas can ever truly disarm, and how Arab states, from Qatar to Saudi Arabia, are responding.
On this episode of the ILTV Podcast, host Maayan Hoffman sits down with venture capitalist and author Edouard Cukierman to discuss his new book Israel Valley: The Technology Shield of Innovation. The conversation explores how Israeli innovation has become a survival tool as much as an economic engine, the “cracks” threatening its resilience, and the intersection of entrepreneurship, diplomacy, and national defense in the post-October 7 era. With decades of experience in global investment, Cukierman offers a candid and timely look at Israel’s innovation ecosystem, its strengths, vulnerabilities, and the people carrying a nation on their shoulders.
On this episode of the ILTV Podcast, host Maayan Hoffman sits down with Yoel Israel, founder of Wadi Digital and Cyfluencer, and one of Israel’s boldest online voices. In this no-filter conversation, we dive into everything from the power of LinkedIn to fighting Jew-hatred, from raising kids in Israel to the funniest social media comments he’s ever received. This is a shmooze that goes beyond business … it’s about identity, influence, and the way Israel shows up in the world.