JBS: Jewish Broadcasting Service

Defending Israel with David Harris: Sarah Idan

David Harris is joined by Sarah Idan, Miss Iraq, 2017, for a wide-ranging discussion on her controversial selfie with Miss Israel at the 2017 Miss Universe pageant and its far-reaching ramifications, as well as current issues pertaining to Israel.

Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "Soft Power and the Normalization of Antisemitism in Higher Education" (Charles Asher Small)

ISGAP Executive Director Charles Asher Small examines how academic institutions have become platforms for spreading undemocratic ideologies and antisemitic narratives through the influence of soft power.

The Hampton Synagogue's "Author Discussion Series" for Jewish Book Month: Franklin Foer & Ted Deutch

Framed by best-selling author Franklin Foer’s Atlantic cover story, "The Golden Age of American Jews is Ending," Foer and AJC CEO Ted Deutch join Rabbi Bronstein to discuss rising antisemitism, the impact of October 7, and the presidential election. A special presentation from The Hampton Synagogue in Westhampton Beach, New York.

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Attack on Democracy"

JBS journalist Micah Halpern discusses the global election landscape, highlighting how the process feels more like a circus than a legitimate democratic exercise given the unprecedented levels of disinformation and scams—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.

In the Spotlight: Adam Kirsch

Abby Pogrebin is joined by author and WSJ editor Adam Kirsch to dissect “settler colonialism,” a concept that has become central to public debate, especially since October 7th, and is shaping the way many people think about the history of the U.S., Israel, and identity. 

Fighting Antisemitism: The ISGAP Hour - "The State of Antisemitism in a Post-Oct. 7th World" (Natan Sharansky and Michal Cotler-Wunsh)

Natan Sharansky (Chairman, ISGAP), and Michal Cotler-Wunsh (Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism, Israel) offer opening remarks during the annual ISGAP-Oxford Oxford Summer Institute.

In the Spotlight: Rabbi Dalia Marx

Abby Pogrebin speaks with Rabbi Dalia Marx about her book "From Time to Time," a rich exploration of the Jewish calendar that weaves together poetry, prayers, songs, and a distinctively Israeli, feminist approach to each Hebrew month and its holidays.

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Heroes of Israel"

JBS journalist Micah Halpern reflects on the profound impact of Hersh Goldberg-Polin z"l, exploring how his story has become a powerful emblem of the hostage crisis and the tragedy of 10/7—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Sinister Strategy"

JBS journalist Micah Halpern explains why Hamas took responsibility for the brutal murder of six kidnapped Israelis, revealing their strategy of instructing terrorists to kill hostages if the IDF intervenes and then shift the blame to Israel—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.

Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern - "Anarchy in the U.S.A."

JBS journalist Micah Halpern offers a look at how free speech and assembly were denied to Israel supporters in Chicago, while anti-Israel groups were granted those rights, highlighting bias and the challenges of advocating for Israel today—this and more on this episode of "Thinking Out Loud" on JBS.