
Boots on the Ground
Shaun and Ari Discuss Israel is proud to partner with the Jerusalem Media Group to relaunch as Boots on the Ground: Insights on Israel’s War, Politics, and Identity.
Podcasting since 2024 • 29 episodes
Boots on the Ground
Latest Episodes
From Service to Reservist: How Combat Duty Shapes Professional and Personal Life in Israel – ep 011
Ari sits down with Master Sergeant (Res.) Haim Brenner to explore the realities of life as a combat soldier in the IDF and how military service shapes the professional and personal paths of young Israelis. They dive into the ongoing challenges ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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35:36

Aryeh Adventures: Honoring Legacy Through Inclusion and Resilience - ep 010
Ari sits down with Yoni Glatt to share the moving story of Aryeh Adventures, a camp founded in memory of Yoni’s uncle, who was tragically murdered in the 9/11 attacks.The camp’s mission is to make inclusion a lived reality by bringing toget...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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30:57

A Commander’s Vision for Israel’s Future: A Conversation with Colonel Hezi Nehama - ep 009
In this powerful episode, Ari sits down with Colonel Hezi Nehama, a legendary IDF commander whose service began in Sayeret Matkal, the army’s most elite unit. From his early days in Israel’s top special forces to commanding positions across the...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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37:47

From Victory to Stalemate: Israel’s Tactical Brilliance, Strategic Failure - ep008
Ari and Shaun pull no punches in dissecting the gap between Israel’s brave soldiers, who continue to dominate tactically on the battlefield in Gaza, and the failures of senior military brass and political leaders, who squander these victories a...
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34:03

Beyond the Beef: Feeding Body, Fueling Spirit - ep007
In this uplifting episode, Ari speaks with Etan and Malkie about a unique and powerful way of supporting Israeli soldiers in the field: Beef jerky!. Far beyond a simple food item, these packages offer true nourishment for both body and soul, pr...
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Episode 7
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49:57
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