Israel
Life in Israel, Israeli society, culture, and domestic affairs
#981: Why Most Americans Under 55 Just Turned on Israel
A historic shift is underway as Americans under 55 move away from a pro-Israel consensus. We dive into the data behind this "Opinion Gap."
#924: Purim in Jerusalem: Masks, Miracles, and Resilience
Explore the deep themes of Purim in Jerusalem during wartime, from the power of masks to the defiance of finding joy in the face of modern threats.
#854: Mastering the Move: Stress-Free Relocation in Israel
Navigate the chaos of an Israeli move with tech tools, professional cranes, and expert strategies for a stress-free transition.
#760: Hacking the Desert: Israel’s Water Technology Miracle
Discover how drip irrigation and desalination turned a desert nation into a global leader in water security and sustainable agriculture.
#743: The Fine Line: Criticism of Israel and Antisemitism
Where does political critique end and hatred begin? Explore the IHRA definition and the "Three Ds" in today's complex global landscape.
#713: The AI Cyber Frontier: Israel as a Global Testing Ground
Exploring why Israel is the world's top cyber target and how generative AI is transforming state-sponsored attacks into automated weapons.
#705: Kinetic Kill: The Science of Israel’s Multi-Layered Shield
Explore the physics of "hit-to-kill" technology and how lasers are reshaping the future of multi-layered missile defense systems.
#655: Why It’s So Hard to Leave a Bad Review in Israel
Why is it so hard to find good service? Corn and Herman explore the "Headache Tax" and a new framework for rewarding excellence in Israel.
#631: The Oron: Israel’s Flying Supercomputer in a Luxury Jet
Discover how a luxury business jet became the IDF's most powerful intelligence asset, the Oron, a high-altitude flying supercomputer.
#626: Inside the Interrogation Room: The Psychology of Shin Bet
Explore the chilling contrast of high-stakes interrogations, where psychological mastery and the "illusion of knowing" replace physical force.
#618: The Orange Sky: Bedouin Tech and the Biology of Dust
As Jerusalem turns orange under a massive dust storm, Herman and Corn explore how Bedouin traditions and human biology adapt to a world of sand.
#611: Jerusalem’s Light Rail: Public Transit or Private Power?
Corn and Herman explore the aggressive "enforcement theater" on Jerusalem’s light rail and how residents can organize against systemic harassment.
#602: Seismic Shifts: Can Israel Withstand the Big One?
Are Israel's old buildings ready for the Big One? Explore the engineering of Tama 38 and how safe rooms provide a hidden seismic spine.
#601: The Engineering of Survival: Inside Israel's Safe Rooms
How do you survive a missile strike? Corn and Herman dive into the structural secrets of MAMADs, stairwells, and underground bunkers.
#585: The Citizen-Soldier: How the IDF Manages a Hybrid Army
How does a nation turn software engineers into tank commanders in 48 hours? Herman and Corn explore the IDF’s unique hybrid military model.
#579: Iron Beam: The Science of Israel’s Megawatt Laser
Discover how the Iron Beam laser is changing warfare with $2 interceptions and megawatt power. A deep dive into the future of defense technology.
#548: Guns vs. Butter: The High Price of Israel’s Security
Can Israel balance national security with social needs? Herman and Corn dive into the staggering math of the country’s defense budget.
#547: Jerusalem’s Thirst Tax: The Fight for Public Water
Why is it so hard to find a drink in Jerusalem? Herman and Corn explore the history, economics, and public health of urban water access.
#514: Cracking the Code of the Israeli Mortgage System
Herman and Corn dive into the complex world of the Israeli Mashkanta, exploring why the system is unique and how to navigate its many risks.
#512: The OPEC of Dirt: Why Israel Owns 93% of Its Land
Why does the Israeli state own 93% of the land? Herman and Corn explore the history and the impact of this unique monopoly on the housing market.