The Jewish People's Podcast
The Jewish People's Podcast explores the most pressing issues facing the global Jewish community. Hosted by Yaakov Katz in conversation with leading experts, politicians and thought leaders, the podcast delves into topics such as Israel-Diaspora relations, religious and cultural identity, Israeli politics, and contemporary Jewish life. Each episode aims to inform and engage listeners through insightful discussions and in-depth analysis.
The Jewish People's Podcast
Biden and The Settlement Movement
In this episode, host and JPPI senior fellow Yaakov Katz is joined by Jonathan Schanzer from the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies (FDD) to discuss the history of Hamas, from its hostile takeover of Gaza to the current war. The two also discuss whether Israel's war efforts have been successful and the challenges of creating a day-after strategy in the middle of the war. Additionally, JPPI VP Dr. Shuki Friedman and JPPI senior fellow Dr. Sara Yael Hirschborn discuss the Biden administration's decision to sanction Israeli settlers and what the consequences of this policy mean for the future of the settlement movement and its leadership in the West Bank/Judea and Samaria.