Best Eyal Levi Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 37 - Why the Crusades occurred and what is their legacy | Roy Casagranda | UNAPOLOGETIC 2:29:51

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What were the Crusades really about - and why do they still matter today? In this deep-dive episode of UNAPOLOGETIC, historian and political scientist Professor Roy Casagranda comes back to the show to unpack the history, legacy and weaponisation of the Crusades. We begin by exploring why Jerusalem holds such profound spiritual and political import…

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Jake Sullivan on Bibi and Trump, Saudi Normalization and the Biden Era 1:16:39

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Join our Patreon community to get access to bonus episodes, discounts on merch and more: https://bit.ly/UnholyPatreon Social links, shop, YouTube channel and more: https://linktr.ee/unholypod As Israel prepares for the festival of Shavuot, the country holds its breath for news on a hostage deal that could finally bring an end to the war in Gaza. Me…

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Is China ready to lead the world? | Victor Goa | UNAPOLOGETIC 59:09

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In this episode of UNAPOLOGETIC, Chinese political analyst Victor Gao joins UNAPOLOGETIC for a wide-ranging and often conflictual discussion about China's global image, western condescension towards it, human rights and democracy, Gao, a former translator for Deng Xiaoping and a vocal defender of the Chinese state, argues that China is a force for …

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Shooting in DC, Israel's diplomatic tsunami, Gary Lineker's own goal, and Guest Jonah Platt 1:09:09

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Two shot dead in Washington DC, in an attack that shocked many but surprised few. Meanwhile, a string of Israel’s longtime allies denounce the country over the blockade of aid to Gaza, even threatening sanctions. Yonit and Jonathan discuss what’s next and what to make of the partial resumption of humanitarian aid. Plus, they’re joined by fellow Jew…

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Episode 35 - The West Is collapsing under its own lies | Yanis Varoufakis | UNAPOLOGETIC 52:36

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“A mixture of stupidity and nastiness… The liberal establishment is primarily responsible for the genocide of the Palestinians.” In this episode of UNAPOLOGETIC, Yanis Varoufakis unleashes a fierce critique of Western liberalism, and tells us why he feels that the global system is in crisis. This episode explores the facade of Western moral superio…

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Trump‘s Middle East odyssey, a hostage returns, Gaza on the brink 57:33

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Donald Trump says the US is inches away from sealing a nuclear deal with Iran, an Israeli hostage walks free from captivity thanks to American diplomacy and the warning lights of Gaza are flashing red as talk of a humanitarian crisis gets ever louder. Meanwhile, as the US president's headline-grabbing tour of the Middle East continues to make waves…

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Episode34: Unpacking Sudan’s civil war and genocide case against the UAE | Sudan’s ambassador | UNAPOLOGETIC 50:30

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In this episode of UNAPOLOGETIC, we speak with Sudan’s ambassador to the UK, Babiker al-Siddig Mohamed al-Amin, about the Sudanese government's case against the UAE at the International Court of Justice. The conversation explores Sudan’s accusations of genocide, the origins of the RSF, alleged atrocities, foreign interference and the path forward f…

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Escalation - with Amos Harel 54:51

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Unholy is going live in London! Join Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland for a special night of news and great guests: Yuval Noah Harari, Andy Nyman and Mira Awad—live on stage, June 8th 2025. If you’ve ever wanted to see the podcast come to life, now’s your chance. Reserve your seat now via the link—space is limited, and we’d love to see you there! …

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RIVERS OF NIHIL (Andy Thomas)| EP 186 1:29:49

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Andy Thomas, guitarist for Rivers of Nihil, joins Eyal on the Riffhard podcast. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:12:10 The Sound of Period Instruments and Fixed Bridge Guitars 00:17:50 The Debate on Coated Guitar Strings 00:23:13 Vibrato Techniques for an EverTune 00:33:57 Mastering Complex Guitar Techniques for Live Performances 00:39:36 Managing Stage Presenc…

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Episode 33 - The Holocaust survivor who leads pro-Palestine protests | Stephen Kapos | UNAPOLOGETIC 2:02:03

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Stephen Kapos survived the Holocaust as a child in Nazi-occupied Hungary. In this candid interview, he recalls his time in a Jewish refugee home—hiding his identity with other children to avoid Nazi detection. He reflects on memory, survival, and the different paths his family took after the war, including his journey to London. Kapos also shares h…

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77 and counting - with Eyal Waldman (featuring Emily Damari) 1:03:54

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Unholy is going live in London! Join Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland for a special night of news and great guests: Yuval Noah Harari, Andy Nyman and Mira Awad—live on stage, June 8th 2025. If you’ve ever wanted to see the podcast come to life, now’s your chance. Reserve your seat now via the link—space is limited, and we’d love to see you there! …

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EPICA (Isaac Delahaye) | EP 185 1:06:41

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Isaac Delahaye, guitarist for Epica, joins Eyal on the Riffhard podcast. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:04:20 Crafting the Perfect Song: Finding the Groove 00:12:28 Navigating Constructive Criticism in Bands 00:21:29 The Importance of Simplicity in Music Production 00:29:47 Challenges in Mixing Orchestral Metal Music 00:46:19 Top Metal Mixers: Ranking the Bes…

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Calm in the Storm - with Sam Harris 1:34:29

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Unholy is going live in London! Join Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland for a special night of news and great guests: Yuval Noah Harari, Andy Nyman and Mira Awad—live on stage, June 8th 2025. If you’ve ever wanted to see the podcast come to life, now’s your chance. Reserve your seat now via the link—space is limited, and we’d love to see you there! …

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Episode 32 - What the slave trade can teach us about Trump and US decline | Rudolph Ware | UNAPOLOGETIC 1:33:18

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In this episode, historian Rudolph “Butch” Ware joins us for a conversation about the global system slavery built — and how its legacy still shapes the modern world. He breaks down the myths we’ve been taught about abolition, the spiritual legacy of resistance, and how white supremacy was not just a byproduct of history, but an architecture that st…

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Episode 31 - Architecture of violence - how Israel engineered genocide in Gaza | Eyal Weizman | UNAPOLOGETIC 1:22:51

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In this episode of UNAPOLOGETIC, we speak with Eyal Weizman, architect, scholar, and founder of Forensic Architecture — a research agency that uses spatial investigation to expose state violence and human rights abuses. We dive deep into the ongoing genocide in Gaza, examining how Israel’s military campaign is not just a war of bombs, but one of de…

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Six of the best 38:15

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Unholy is going live in London! Join Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland for a special night of news and surprises—live on stage, June 8th 2025. If you’ve ever wanted to see the podcast come to life, now’s your chance. Reserve your seat now via the link—space is limited, and we’d love to see you there! https://bit.ly/UnholyLondonLive Whether or not y…

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CRADLE OF FILTH (Donny Burbage) | EP 184 1:26:21

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Donny Burbage, guitarist for Cradle of Filth, joins Eyal on the Riffhard podcast. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:05:03 The Swedish Influence on Melodic Metal 00:22:20 Frustrations with College Education System 00:33:32 The Art of Genre Switching in Music 00:39:01 Crafting "Redneck Vikings from Hell" 00:49:42 Preparing for the Gig: Three Weeks to Learn the Set…

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Episode 30 - Understanding Hamas and why it matters | Helena Cobban | UNAPOLOGETIC | 1:19:24

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Helena Cobban is a journalist who has covered events in the Middle East for more than four decades. Through her reporting, she has interviewed senior leadership across Palestinian movements and political organisations and senior members of Israel’s government. Recently, she co-authored a book with Rami Khouri, an academic and journalist who has als…

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The Negotiator - with Oren Setter 1:22:10

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Unholy is going live in London! Join Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland for a special night of news and surprises—live on stage, June 8th 2025. If you’ve ever wanted to see the podcast come to life, now’s your chance. Reserve your seat now via the link—space is limited, and we’d love to see you there! https://bit.ly/UnholyLondonLive Join our Patreon…

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Episode 29 - Inside the nuts and bolts of the BBC’s “Orwellian” coverage of Gaza | Karishma Patel | UNAPOLOGETIC 1:10:53

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“We have not even scratched the surface of the crimes Israel has truly committed” Former BBC journalist Karishma Patel left the BBC because of what she perceived as its editorial “double-standards” while reporting on Israel's military assault on Gaza. In this episode of Unapologetic, she takes us into the newsroom of the BBC and show’s us just how …

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PALEFACE SWISS (Yannick Lehmann) | EP 183 55:21

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Yannick Lehmann, guitarist of Paleface Swiss, joins Eyal on the Riffhard podcast. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:03:11 The Importance of Enjoyable Exercise 00:06:50 Preparing Mentally for a Stage Performance 00:10:07 Guitar Picking Techniques for More Power 00:23:28 Crafting a Raw and Authentic Album 00:27:03 Songwriting Process with Reaper 00:34:40 Exploring…

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Genesis of a Scandal - with Matti Friedman and Anthony Julius 1:13:28

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Unholy is going live in London! Join Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland for a special night of news and surprises—live on stage, June 8th 2025. If you’ve ever wanted to see the podcast come to life, now’s your chance. Reserve your seat now via the link—space is limited, and we’d love to see you there! https://bit.ly/UnholyLondonLive As Qatar-gate ga…

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Distress Signal 46:36

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Israel is once again at war on multiple fronts – and yet, the domestic political drama shows no sign of slowing. As the government barrels ahead with its judicial overhaul, Prime Minister Netanyahu has now shown the door to both the head of Shin Bet and the attorney general, prompting yet more questions about the independence of Israel’s key instit…

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Episode 28 - My life, covering Israeli war crimes for decades | Gideon Levy | UNAPOLOGETIC 1:06:57

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In this episode of UNAPOLOGETIC, we speak with Gideon Levy, one of Israel’s most outspoken and controversial journalists. A longtime Haaretz journalist and columnist, Levy has spent decades documenting the occupation and challenging dominant Israeli narratives. We discuss Israel’s latest assault on Gaza, Netanyahu’s political calculations, and how …

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#580 - Michael Amott (Arch Enemy) 1:12:43

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Badass shredder Michael Amott of Arch Enemy is the final guest on The MetalSucks Podcast. We are so excited to get to chat about the band's 12th studio album Blood Dynasty, due out March 28t We start the conversation with how creating music is still the most exciting part of being in a band for him, some of his practices if he runs into writer’s bl…

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War on every front - with Amos Harel 1:01:03

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In the space of a week, Israel is once again at war in Gaza, Ben Gvir is back in government, and Netanyahu is moving to oust the head of Israel’s domestic intelligence agency, the Shin Bet. Meanwhile, the U.S. strikes the Houthis, the Houthis strike Israel, and rockets from Gaza target central Israel. With tensions escalating on multiple fronts, Yo…

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Special update - The ceasefire is over 11:39

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Yonit and Jonathan break down today's major news: the ceasefire is over. As Israeli airstrikes resume in Gaza leaving hundreds dead and fears grow for the remaining hostages, this short update tackles the most urgent question—what explains what just happened? Join our Patreon community to get access to bonus episodes (like Saturday Night Live), liv…

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Special update - Netanyahu fires head of Shin Bet Ronen Bar 21:20

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Yonit and Jonathan unpack the latest drama in Israel which many are calling a moment of truth for the country’s democracy: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plans to remove Ronen Bar, head of the Shin Bet. What’s behind the move, what does it mean for Israel’s security, and how do the US and Qatar fit into the picture? Join our Patreon community …

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Episode 27: This is why Israel as an ethno-nationalist state, won’t last beyond the 2030s | Iyad el-Baghdadi | UNAPOLOGETIC (Full) 1:43:56

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Author, thinker and activist Iyad el-Baghdadi joins us on this episode of UNAPOLOGETIC to break down the impact of Israel’s war in Gaza and its wider consequences for the region. We explore Baghdadi’s hypothesis on whether Israel can survive as a Jewish supremacist state beyond the 2030s and whether a Palestinian state is still viable. We also disc…

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#579 - Matty Mullins (Memphis May Fire) 1:13:08

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Matty Mullins of Memphis May Fire joins the podcast this week! During our chat, we discuss the new album Shapeshifter coming out March 28! We also chat about their year-long release of singles, fans' reaction to releasing a ton of singles and music videos, and how it benefits the songs individually in the live setting. We also face the idea of full…

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Jewish Comedy - with Alex Edelman 1:24:32

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As tensions rise between Israel’s prime minister and his intelligence chiefs over the scandal known as Qatargate, a former head of the Shin Bet breaks his silence on Benjamin Netanyahu and his government. Meanwhile, the UN levels a grave accusation against Israel, sparking outrage and debate. And since it’s Purim, who better to turn to than one of …

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JOEY DOHERTY | EP 419 1:03:48

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Joey Doherty, a producer and sound designer, joins Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠https:/…