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The Meira K Show dives into the stories from Israel you won’t hear in the mainstream media. From border tensions to media bias, political chaos, and the biggest threats facing Israel, Meira breaks it all down with her signature unfiltered take.
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Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Ambassador Mark Regev, former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office, as they dissect—and duke out—the issues that Israel grapples with internally and faces internationally. Blum and Regev illustrate that even a shared worldview can produce very different perspectives. As the proverb goes, “The devil is in the details.”Thanks for listening! If you appreciated today’s discussion and want to dive deeper into the issues shaping Israel and the ...
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The Internet and mainstream media are inundated with misinformation and superficial hot takes. That’s why you’re not getting the full story. Take another look with JNS Editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin as he takes deep dives into the most critical stories and controversies impacting the Jewish world with insightful commentary and fascinating interviews. If you want to understand the bigger picture and the context of the issues that really matter, this show is for you. Thanks for listening to Jo ...
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You want to fight for Israel but don’t have the words to do it? Join Caroline Glick for her latest commentary on the top Israel-related headlines. A veteran journalist with an opinion that counts, Glick tells it like it is in an insight-packed hour on the “Caroline Glick Show.”Loved Caroline Glick's podcast? There’s more where that came from! Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive insights and stories you won’t find anywhere else. Every donation helps us to ensure that truth and accuracy ...
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Is Iran’s nuclear program truly finished—or are we being lulled into a false sense of victory? Ruthie Blum, senior contributing editor at JNS and former adviser at Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office, joins Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the UK and fellow Prime Minister’s Office veteran, to break down the ceasefire, U.S. involvement and what…
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Meira gets to the heart of the most explosive geopolitical shift in decades as America officially joins Israel in military strikes against Iran’s nuclear program. What does it mean for Israel, for Iran and for the world? Meira breaks it all down in this unfiltered episode recorded from a bomb shelter.As Iranian missiles target Israeli cities and th…
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In this episode of "Think Twice," host Jonathan S. Tobin, editor-in-chief of JNS.org, welcomes Professor Amy Wax, a tenured law professor at the University of Pennsylvania and a leading voice on issues of academic freedom, to discuss the increasingly narrow boundaries of acceptable discourse in America’s elite universities.…
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This isn’t just war. It’s a redefining moment for the entire Middle East.Meira K broadcasts from her bomb shelter on Day 3 of a historic and unprecedented war between Israel and Iran. As missiles rain down on Israeli cities and the nation mobilizes in full force, Meira breaks down what she calls one of the most extraordinary military operations in …
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As environmentalist extremist turned pro-Hamas activist Greta Thunberg’s refusal to watch the film of the atrocities committed by the Palestinians on Oct. 7, 2023 indicated, the Jewish state’s foes may not be interested in listening to the truth about the war in Gaza. But according to JNS editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin, it is still imperative for p…
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Ignore the cynics, we’re here to clear the air! Is Trump really turning on Israel or is the U.S.-Israel alliance stronger than ever?In this week’s episode of “Israel Undiplomatic,” senior JNS contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the U.K. Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—take a sharp look at …
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Can Israel afford to say “no” to the president who has been its best friend since the founding of the modern Jewish state? According to JNS editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin, that’s a question that may have to be answered by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if President Donald Trump’s optimism about his negotiations with the Iranian regime is…
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Will negotiations win the day or will Israel be forced into military action against Iran?Senior JNS contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the UK Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office—unpack the escalating nuclear crisis with Iran and the deepening tug-of-war within the Trump administration…
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In the Internet era and politically bifurcated societies, is constructive disagreement, a concept that is at the heart of traditional Talmud study, even possible anymore? JNS editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin admits that he’s skeptical about whether political discourse can be anything other than a zero-sum game in the current atmosphere. Tobin is join…
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In this packed episode, Meira breaks down the latest military strategy in Gaza, analyzing the IDF’s slow and methodical ground operations and Israel’s controversial decision to resume humanitarian aid—despite widespread concerns that Hamas continues to hijack shipments. She weighs both sides of the “aid vs. military pressure” debate, especially in …
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There were serious concerns raised about the way Israel seemed to have been sidelined during President Donald Trump’s recent trip to the Middle East. But JNS editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin says that those worries need to be balanced recognizing that Trump has earned the trust of the pro-Israel community. He also believes that the substance of his p…
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In this episode of “Israel Undiplomatic,” former Israeli Ambassador to the UK Mark Regev and veteran journalist and political commentator Ruthie Blum—both former advisers in the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office—tackle the harsh condemnations of Israel by three of its Western allies—Britain, France, and Canada. With Gaza still under Hamas control and…
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Israel, Iran, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia—this week’s episode of “Israel Undiplomatic” explores President Donald Trump’s high-stakes visit to the Middle East and what it means for Israel, U.S. foreign policy and the wider region. With a sharp eye and decades of insider experience, former Israeli Ambassador to the UK Mark Regev and veteran journalist an…
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In this episode of “The Meira K Show,” host Meira K tackles the burning question on everyone’s mind: Has Donald Trump turned his back on Israel? With Trump planning visits to Saudi Arabia, the UAE and even Qatar — but not Israel — and recent U.S. actions that sidestep or exclude the Jewish state, rumors of a split are spreading in the Israeli media…
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JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—examine Israel's two-day operation in Yemen in response to a direct ballistic missile strike near Ben-Gurion Airport. But beyond the immediate headlines, they examine what this strike means fo…
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As Israel faces one of its most pivotal weeks since Oct. 7, “The Meira K Show” dives into the emotional and political upheaval sweeping the country. Host Meira K shares a raw and personal reflection on the redeployment of tens of thousands of IDF soldiers and the heartbreak of a nation grappling with sacrifice, shifting war strategy and hostage des…
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Broadcast from the JNS International Policy Summit in Jerusalem, this episode explores Israel’s growing dilemma: how to respond to renewed U.S.-Iran negotiations under President Trump without jeopardizing national security or the special U.S.-Israel alliance. JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kin…
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How can American Jews help revive a community beset by assimilation and a declining sense of Jewish peoplehood among so many of its members? The answers to that have long been apparent, says JNS editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin. Support for Jewish education, especially day schools, Jewish camps and trips to Israel is essential. But how can support fo…
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JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—unpack the haunting relevance of Yom HaShoah (Israel’s Holocaust Remembrance Day) in a post–Oct. 7 world. They explore the global surge in antisemitism since the Hamas massacre, including the …
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This week’s headlines are chaos, but Meira K is here to break it all down. In this episode of “The Meira K Show,” Meira dives into the most pressing issues facing Israel today—from the tangled Iran negotiations to internal power struggles and media misinformation. Meira first exposes how Israeli media is selectively censoring Prime Minister Netanya…
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Israel is booming with babies, happiness and economic resilience even in the midst of war. In this uplifting episode of Israel Undiplomatic, hosts Ruthie Blum and Ambassador Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—break tradition to focus entirely on the good news coming out of Israel today.…
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Is the U.S. making a dangerous mistake by trusting Iran? What does President Donald Trump’s latest announcement mean for Israel’s security? Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office— as they dive deep into the Trump-Netanyahu sum…
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This week on “The Meira K Show,” Meira dives straight into Israel’s Shin Bet scandal, Qatargate corruption, press freedom violations and the bureaucratic deep state. If you want the real story behind the headlines, this episode is a must-watch. Exposing explosive leaks from Israel’s internal security service, Meira uncovers shocking recordings of J…
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According to JNS editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin, the horrific Hamas-led Palestinian attacks on southern Israel that took place on Oct. 7, 2023 raise troubling questions about the reactions from the international community. Rather than rallying to Israel’s defense, much of the world responded with a surge of antisemitism that has impacted the lives …
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Is a U.S.-Israel military strike on Iran's nuclear program closer than ever? In this episode of “Israel Undiplomatic”, JNS Senior Contributing Editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli Ambassador to the UK Mark Regev break down the most urgent national security issue facing Israel and the West: the Islamic Republic of Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons.…
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On this week’s fiery episode of The Meira K Show, Meira breaks down the biggest stories from Israel that you won’t hear in the mainstream media. From Hamas and Hezbollah to judicial reform, injured IDF soldiers and hostage negotiations, nothing is off limits. Kicking off with an emotional moment of unity—a wounded soldier returning home to a hero’s…
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The willingness to succumb to antisemitism is always a sign of a sick society, says JNS editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin. The mainstreaming of Jew-hatred in the media, popular culture and political discourse since Oct. 7, 2023 has created a perilous moment for Jews but it is also a sign of just how lost so many Americans have become. He believes what…
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Are the anti-Netanyahu demonstrations weakening Israel’s negotiation leverage with Hamas? Are opposition leaders fanning the flames of civil unrest for political gain?In this week’s episode, we tackle the intensifying anti-government protests in Israel amid a multi-front war and explore the broader consequences of internal dissent during wartime.…
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Meira breaks down the wild week in Israel like only she can—raw, real, and full of energy. From “QatarGate” and whether Netanyahu’s office is being secretly funded by Qatari lobbyists, to mass protests, Ronen Bar's firing and Israel's military re-engagement in Gaza and Lebanon. Nothing is off the table.…
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👀 What’s Inside This Week’s Episode? ✅ Israel’s Attorney General Showdown: Will the government finally take action? ✅ IDF Shakeup: What the new leadership means for the war. ✅ Hostage Crisis Update: What’s really happening behind closed doors? ✅ Trump’s Bold Warning to Hamas: A game-changer or just talk? ✅ Hollywood vs. Reality: Exposing the hypocr…
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