Israel: State of a Nation with Eylon Levy
Israeli spokesman Eylon Levy has been the global media’s #1 address for understanding Israel’s perspective in the October 7 War with Hamas. In the State of a Nation podcast, Eylon brings his idiosyncratic blend of “eloquence and ability to transmit outrage” (The Times) and “rhetorical tour de force” (The Guardian) to his exclusive channel, to explore the most pressing questions facing the Jewish state – and all with patience and panache.
State of a Nation takes you into the spokesperson’s briefing notes, delving into the real stories and their surprising details. The series invites listeners into insider conversations with thinkers, policymakers, and media personalities — conversations that take you between the lines and beyond the headlines.
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Episodes
91 episodes
Compassion in Combat | How Unit 669 Balances Duty and Humanity (Pt. 2)
In the gripping conclusion to our two-part special, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy continues his conversation with Guy M., an anonymous IDF combat medic from Israel’s elite Unit 669. From battlefield trauma to unexpected mome...
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Episode 87
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33:24
Who Owns Jerusalem? | Archeology, Politics & the War Over Truth
This Passover edition of Israel: State of a Nation takes you deep beneath the surface—literally and figuratively—into the archeological war for Israel’s legitimacy. Host Eylon Levy sits down with Doron Spielman, former IDF Spokesperson...
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Season 1
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Episode 86
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59:39
Inside Israel’s Elite Rescue Unit | IDF Soldier’s Story of Survival (Pt.1)
In this exclusive two-part episode of Israel: The State of a Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy speaks with Guy M, an IDF reservist in Unit 669, Israel’s elite combat search-and-rescue unit. Buy The Rescue now...
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Episode 85
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53:01
The Truth About Hamas’ Tactics & Civilian Shields | John Spencer Pt. 2
In Part 2 of our conversation with John Spencer, we dive into the brutal complexities of Israel’s war against Hamas, the impossible choices Israel faces, and the international double standards being applied. Topics include:Legal Rea...
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Episode 84
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42:41
Military Expert on Reality of Urban Warfare inside Gaza | John Spencer
Dive into an in‑depth conversation with John Spencer as he delivers an inside look at Israel’s government communication strategy and its evolving approach to urban warfare. In this episode of Israel: State of a Nation, John—chair of Ur...
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Episode 83
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42:47
MUST HEAR ENDING - Debate Meltdown | Shattering Truth About the Future of Peace
Is peace still possible after October 7th and who is even left to fight for it? In this explosive episode, Ittay Flescher, a longtime peace activist and educator, sits down for a raw and revealing conversation about the Israeli government’s com...
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Episode 82
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50:06
The Facts vs. Hamas’ Lies | Citizen Sleuth Exposes the Truth
Inside Israel’s Government: The War for Public OpinionWhat is Israel’s strategy to combat Hamas’ global propaganda machine? In this exclusive interview, Salo Aizenberg, an independent scholar and leading voice in exposing misinformation,...
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Episode 81
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1:00:41
Iran’s Proxy War Collapse | Why Israel is Stronger Than Ever
Why did Hamas attack Israel on October 7, and how did it backfire spectacularly - particularly for ‘puppet master’ Iran? Hamas launched its brutal invasion expecting to shatter Israel’s strength—but instead, it triggered a seismic shift in the ...
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Episode 80
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50:34
Inside Israel’s Media War | The PR Battle After October 7
How does Israel manage its global communications during times of war? In this episode, Eylon Levy sits down with Tal Heinrich, former spokeswoman for the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office, for an unfiltered conversation about the challenge...
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Episode 79
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1:07:02
Inside Hamas’s Psychological Warfare | What It Will Take to Free the Hostages
In this hard-hitting episode of State of the Nation, Eylon Levy sits down with Ilay David—the brother of Evyatar David, who has been held hostage by Hamas in Gaza for over 500 days. This exclusive interview delivers raw, firsthand insights into...
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Episode 78
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50:38
Threats on Our Borders | Inside Politics of the Middle East
Israel’s regional threats are shifting fast—and the stakes have never been higher. Former Israeli diplomat and Knesset member Ruth Wasserman Lande joins Eylon Levy to analyze the instability on Israel’s borders and the global forces reshaping t...
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Episode 77
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1:08:14
Hamas’ Sponsors Exposed | Iran, Qatar & the War Beyond Gaza
Everyone wants to know: What will it take to defeat Hamas once and for all?In this episode of Israel: State of a Nation, Eylon Levy sits down with Michael Doran, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and former U.S. National Security ...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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1:15:06
Campus Antisemitism & Harvard Lawsuit | Eylon Levy & Shabbos Kestenbaum
In this fast talking episode of Israel State of the Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy sits down with fearless student activist Shabbos Kestenbaum to expose the deep-rooted campus antisemitism and systemic discrimination ...
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Season 1
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Episode 75
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52:15
BREAKING: Hostage Deal in Crisis | What's At Stake?
In this episode of Israel: State of a Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy speaks with Lishay Lavi, whose husband, Omri Miran, remains a hostage in Gaza. While Phase 1 of the hostage deal has brought some captives home, Pha...
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Season 1
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Episode 74
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48:41
Trump's Vision for "Gaza-Lago" | Israeli Experts Weigh In
In this episode Eylon Levy sits down with former advisor to Israeli Prime Ministers, IDF Spokesperson’s Unit reservist, and Israeli tour guide Daniel Rubenstein to dissect U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal
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Season 1
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Episode 73
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57:23
UNRWA Explained | How a UN Agency Became a Hamas Front
On this episode of State of a Nation, we uncover the shocking truth about UNRWA and its deep connections to Hamas. With Israel officially banning the agency, we take a hard look at how UNRWA has been used as a tool to enable terrorism—while Wes...
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Season 1
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Episode 72
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46:03
After the Pogrom | Israel, Hamas, and the West's Crisis of Civilization
In this gripping episode of State of a Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy sits down with English pundit, author, and journalist Brendan O'Neill to unpack the moral and cultural crisis that followed the October 7th massacr...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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55:47
Jerusalem, Trump, & the Fight for Israel’s Survival | Inside Look with Fleur Hassan-Nahoum
In this compelling episode, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, former Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem and Israel's Special Envoy for Trade and Innovation. They delve i...
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Episode 70
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1:14:03
Through Their Eyes | Hostages, Families, and the Journey Within
Today we're breaking from our usual format. Instead of bringing you a fresh, in-depth analysis, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a critical moment in the ongoing conflict: the recent hostage release and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hama...
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Season 1
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Episode 69
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44:27
Why Hamas Will Never Stop | A Chilling Conversation with Brooke Goldstein
In this explosive episode of State of the Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy sits down with civil rights attorney and filmmaker Brooke Goldstein to tackle the hard truths about radical extremism, Hamas, and the f...
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Season 1
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Episode 68
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1:01:48
UK Antisemitism & Extremism | Inside the Fight With Phillip Rosenberg
In this episode of State of the Nation, Phillip Rosenberg, President of the Board of Deputies of British Jews, tells us about the challenges facing the British Jewish community in the aftermath of October 7th. At just 38 years old, Rosenberg is...
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Season 1
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Episode 67
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51:27
Fact vs Fiction | What’s Really Happening with Gaza Aid
Explore the truth behind Israel's humanitarian efforts in Gaza amidst the ongoing conflict. In this episode of State of a Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy engages with Shimon Freedman, the international spokesperson for...
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Season 1
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Episode 66
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41:40
Syria’s New Era | Lebanese-Syrian Activist Rawan Osman on The New Middle East
🌍 A New Era in the Middle East? The Fall of Assad and the Future of Peace 🌍In this episode of State of a Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy sits down with returning guest Rawan Osman to discuss the most significant de...
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Season 1
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Episode 65
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1:11:51
Inside Gaza | Special Forces Soldier Reveals Realities of Modern Warfare
In this compelling episode of State of a Nation, former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy engages in a riveting conversation with Special Forces reservist Stav Cohen. Broadcasting from our new set in Mindspace LaGuardia, Tel Aviv, Stav...
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Episode 64
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46:00
Gen Zionist Taking the Fight for Israel to Harvard | Z3 Conference Bonus Episode
Gen Z is shown time and again to be the American generation that stands most against Israel. But there are Gen Zionist heroes among them that are standing up for Israel and pushing back against the misinformation machine every day. Eylon Levy w...
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Season 1
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Episode 63
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38:00