• Jonah Platt | Actor, Artist, Activist, Jew | Israel-Hamas War | Conversation with Shana Meyerson
    Feb 23 2025

    Since the Hamas terror massacre of 10/7/23, the world has seen a repugnant dynamic never seen before in history. Massive swaths of Western Society disgracefully siding with the terrorists and vilifying Israel for their own victimhood.

    But it didn't stop there. A vicious and violent wave of antisemitism not seen since WWII has swept the entire world. So-called "social justice warriors" started ripping down posters of Israeli babies and grandfathers taken brutal hostage by barbaric monsters, and using "anti-Zionism" as a thinly veiled excuse to normalize Jew Hatred.

    The influencers of Hollywood have remained basically silent. The Jews of Hollywood have remained shamefully silent with the exception of a proud few. The Jews without trembling knees. And Jonah Platt ( @JonahPlattOfficial ) has been right there at the front of the pack.

    A proud and vocal advocate for Israel and the Jewish People, Jonah launched the Being Jewish with Jonah Platt Podcast to empower, educate, and explore issues affecting the Jewish community both at home and abroad. Bucking the silence, he has been an important voice in providing rational and relatable content to fight antisemitism and support the Jewish State in its just war on terror.

    In this conversation, Shana Meyerson of YOGAthletica and Jonah Platt discuss Israel and antisemitism and why every voice matters in this battle of good vs. evil.

    If you are a yogi or yogini who considers yourself Anti-Israel or Anti-Zionist, you owe it to yourself to listen to this discussion, understand the many forms that antisemitism takes and how you can be part of the solution. In this yoga world, there is no place for hate.

    VISIT JONAH PLATT ONLINE: https://www.jonahplatt.com

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    FOLLOW JONAH ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@beingjewish

    JONAH PLATT ON IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2294405/

    Actor, Artist and Advocate, Jonah Platt is the host of the popular podcast, "Being Jewish with Jonah Platt." Through intimate and candid conversations with notable Jewish figures and allies, Platt explores the multifaceted nature of Jewish identity in today's world. His podcast aims to illuminate the diverse experiences within the Jewish community and foster a deeper understanding of what it means to be Jewish in the 21st century.

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  • Doron Keidar | Justice vs. Vengeance | Israel-Hamas War | Conversation with Shana Meyerson
    Feb 18 2025

    Doron Keidar has been defending the State of Israel since 2003. First in a combat unit, and then in the IDF Special Forces Reserves since 2017. But it's only in this most current war in Gaza that he has fought two simultaneous battles: the war against Hamas and the Information War, which has been equally brutal.

    A convert to Judaism and a lifelong Zionist, Doron lives by the IDF moral code--the moral code of the Jews. His mission in life is to protect and serve, never to kill or destroy.

    In this war of good vs. evil, of legitimate warfare vs. terrorism, there has been so much moral confusion. Even a large swath of the "good guys" don't understand who the good guys are anymore.

    In this conversation, Shana Meyerson and Doron discuss the moral standards of the Israel Defense Forces, what it means to be a soldier of faith, and what it means to have to fight in a war for your own survival.

    If you are a yogi or yogini who thinks there is any moral equivalence between the sadistic Hamas terrorists and the Israel Defense Forces, you owe it to yourself to listen to this discussion about what real-life war actually entails, how religious values change the battlefield, and how the anti-Zionists have it all wrong.

    DORON'S "I AM ISRAEL" - "THE MOUNTAIN OF THE KING." FILM: https://iamisraelfilm.com/pages/moviesequel 🎦

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    LEARN MORE ABOUT DORON AND HIS IMPORTANT WORK: https://doronkeidar.com 🫡

    FOLLOW DORON ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/keidardoron 📸

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    LISTEN TO THE DORON KEIDAR PODCAST ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-doron-keidar-podcast/id1748638800 🍏

    Doron Keidar travels globally to advocate for Israel, sharing firsthand insights from his experience defending the Jewish state. Fluent in English and Hebrew, he engages audiences of all ages with a straightforward and captivating speaking style. He currently hosts the Doron Keidar Podcast and executive produced the I AM ISRAEL: The Mountain of the King film project. Since 2003, Doron has served in a combat unit of the Israeli Defense Forces and has been in the IDF reserves since 2006. With nearly two decades of EP security sector experience, he has contributed to the development of military and law enforcement gear, leveraging his IDF background and collaboration with Israeli and American security experts. Doron also works with Cry For Zion, a movement supporting Jewish rights on the Temple Mount. Through historical, archaeological, and biblical evidence, he offers audiences a rich perspective on the past, present, and future of Jerusalem and the Temple Mount.

    READ THE 10 FUNDAMENTAL VALUES OF THE IDF: https://idfspokesperson.wordpress.com/2011/11/02/the-spirit-of-the-idf/ 📃

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  • Hamas Hostage Release Update | Israel-Hamas War | Return of Hostages to Israel
    Feb 15 2025

    The terrorists of Hamas are expected to release three more Israeli hostages in the coming hours, after 500 days of captivity in Gaza. Will it be another horrifying spectacle of utter cruelty?

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  • Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy | The Horrors of Kinocide | Israel-Hamas War | Conversation with Shana Meyerson
    Feb 10 2025

    Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy, is an Israeli human rights activist & scholar of international law. She has spent her career fighting for women's rights & gender equality.

    Then the October 7th massacre happened & Cochav's sense of social justice was completely up-ended. In the wake of the unheard of atrocities committed--particularly against women, children, & families--the human rights world was silent.

    Recently Cochav exposed Hamas' horrifying methodology of terrorizing & brutalizing families in the most evil ways. Together with Irwin Cotler, Cochav coined a new classification of crimes against humanity, kinocide, the weaponization of familial bonds for strategic ends.

    Cochav & her team of experts have been cataloguing & archiving videos, photos & testimonials from Hamas’ massacre and recently published an exhaustive report detailing these crimes. The work has been tireless and traumatic.

    In the face of the silence and denial it's left her asking the emotionally excruciating questions: Do Israeli women’s lives even matter? Are we even human?

    In this conversation, Shana Meyerson & Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy, discuss her work and its importance. If you believe in human rights for all people, you owe it to yourself to listen to this discussion about truth & justice in the aftermath of 10/7.

    🚨 THE CIVIL COMMISSION ON OCTOBER 7TH CRIMES BY HAMAS AGAINST WOMEN & CHILDREN REPORT, KINOCIDE: THE WEAPONIZATION OF FAMILIES: https://www.dvora-institute.org/cco7-1-1

    COCHAV'S CIVIL COMMISSION: www.dvora-institute.org/

    ABOUT COCHAV: www.dvora-institute.org/team/dr-cochav-elkayam-levy

    DVORA INSTITUTE SOCIAL MEDIA:

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/dvorainstitute/

    X: x.com/DvoraInstitute

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/DvoraInstitute

    DR. COCHAV ELKAYAM-LEVY SOCIAL MEDIA:

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/cochavelkayam/

    X : x.com/CochavElkayam

    COCHAV'S UN TESTIMONY (OCT. 2023): tinyurl.com/mu55hsmh

    SCREAMS BEFORE SILENCE: tinyurl.com/mtu2frzc

    Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy is Founder & Chair of the Civil Commission on October 7th Crimes by Hamas against Women & Children and the Dvora Institute for Gender & Sustainability Studies. Known for her work in gender equality & human rights, she has led national & global efforts addressing & documenting the atrocities of October 7th. An expert in international law & feminist theories, Dr. Elkayam-Levy teaches at Reichman University & serves as a Senior Fellow at the Hartman Institute in Jerusalem. She received the 2024 Israel Prize in Solidarity (Israel's highest civilian honor) & was honored with the Medal of Distinction by the Peres Center for Peace & Innovation.

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  • Trump's Gaza Plan | Israel- Hamas War | International Geopolitics & Middle East Affairs
    Feb 6 2025

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    Unpacking Trump's Gaza Plan: Impact on Regional Stability and Peace Negotiations "International Politics and Middle East Affairs"

    President Trump has laid out a very bold vision for the future of Gaza and it has sent shockwaves around the globe. As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu makes very difficult decisions about Gaza, Hamas, and the safety and security of his own nation, it seems he and Trump are in lockstep as we head into Phase Two of the Gaza Ceasefire Deal.

    Is Trump's idea of rebuilding and revitalizing Gaza just a pipe dream? Because Gaza needs to be rebuilt and revitalized. If the United States doesn't take the lead in doing that, who will?

    Welcome to the Yoga of War podcast, where we delve into the complex world of Middle East geopolitics and international relations. In this video, we will be examining the Gaza plan under the Trump administration and its far-reaching implications for the Middle East. As tensions continue to simmer in the region, it's crucial to understand the potential impact of this plan on the people of Gaza and the broader geopolitical landscape.

    We will explore the key points of the Gaza plan, including its historical context, the potential consequences for the Palestinian people, and the reactions from regional and international stakeholders. Additionally, we will analyze how this plan fits into the broader framework of Trump's policies in the Middle East and its implications for regional stability.

    Join the conversation by sharing your thoughts and engaging in a constructive dialogue in the comments section. It's essential for us to come together and exchange ideas on this critical issue. Your perspective matters, and I encourage you to be part of this important discussion.

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    It doesn’t matter how you show your support: dog tags, ribbons, bracelets, braids, or shirts…just show your support. We must BRING THEM ALL HOME NOW!

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  • Maya Ziv | A Yogini IDF Mom Explains | Israel-Hamas War | Conversation with Shana Meyerson YOGAthletica
    Feb 4 2025

    You can tell a lot about a person by meeting his mom.

    I don't know about you, but I have never had the pride and pain of sending a child off to war.

    Today's guest, Maya Ziv, has and is here to share with us not only the overwhelming and extremely complex emotions around being an IDF parent, but also the state of a nation, Am Yisrael, how they have dealt and continue to deal with the Gaza war and its fallout.

    In this conversation, Shana Meyerson of YOGAthletica and Maya Ziv discuss the hope, the fear, and the raw emotions of Israel's war, not only in Gaza, but also on six other fronts, as it defends itself from the Iranian regime and all its terrorist proxies.

    If you are a yogi or yogini who think the Israel Defense Forces and the State of Israel are bad actors in this war, you owe it to yourself to listen to this discussion about existential wars and why they must be fought in the battle of good vs. evil. Western Civilization's War on Terror.

    FOLLOW MAYA ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mamamaya4u/ 📸 Maya Ziv is an Israeli mother of three and wife to Liran. She works as a parents and couples consultant and helps people make their relationships in life better. She practices yoga, meditation, and Theta healing on a daily basis, and strongly believes that creating inner balance is our goal in life. This last year-and-a-half have been the toughest years of her life, being the mother of a soldier fighting for Israel and defending his country. And this challenge was only made tougher, as it forced her to face her and her husband's conscious decision in 2007 to move back to Israel from Boston, and raise their American-born children as Israelis. A move that inevitably meant all three children would eventually serve in the IDF and possibly during wartime. Timing is everything and watching her son fight in Israel's longest and bloodiest war has changed her life forever.

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  • David Bernstein | Antisemitism & The War in Gaza | Israel-Hamas War | Conversation w/Shana Meyerson
    Jan 31 2025

    The last time David Bernstein was on the Yoga of War Podcast, we discussed his groundbreaking book, Woke Antisemitism: How a Progressive Ideology Harms Jews, which explores the deplorable phenomenon of antisemitism as an offshoot of misguided social justice vis-a-vis the Israel-Hamas War.

    This time, I presented him with my premise: that even as the war in Gaza winds down—and ultimately ends—global antisemitism will continue to rise in direct inverse proportion. That all the so-called social justice warriors who have cried so loudly--and violently--for "ceasefire now" were simply using the war as a convenient excuse for flat out Jew Hatred.

    I approached David with this thesis before the ceasefire was ratified--and, I have to say, my premise is so far upholding. I am just as eager as you are to hear an expert’s view on the state of antisemitism, both today and heading into the future.

    In this conversation, Shana Meyerson of YOGAthletica and David Bernstein discuss the current state of global antisemitism and what we might expect across the future horizon.

    If you are a yogi or yogini who doesn't recognize that antisemitism is hate, and hate is hate, you owe it to yourself to listen to this discussion about the societal implications of a civilization that hides behind its own pillar of vicious prejudice.

    GET DAVID'S BOOK, "WOKE ANTISEMITISM" ON AMAZON: https://amzn.to/4gpdSPR 📕

    SUBSCRIBE TO DAVID BERNSTEIN ON YOUTUBE: @DavidLBernstein 🎥

    FOLLOW DAVID ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/david.bernstein.395 🧑🏽‍💻

    FOLLOW DAVID ON X: https://x.com/DavidLBernstein?s=20 📱

    FOLLOW DAVID ON INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/davidbernstein66 📸

    A passionate advocate for the free expression of ideas, David L. Bernstein is the founder of the Jewish Institute for Liberal Values (https://jilv.org), which supports viewpoint diversity, counters radical ideologies in the Jewish community, and opposes novel forms of antisemitism emerging from radical social justice ideology. Bernstein served as President and CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, a national umbrella for local Jewish advocacy. He served as Executive Director of The David Project (TDP), which educated and trained college and high school students in pro-Israel advocacy. He also held senior roles with the American Jewish Committee (AJC), where he began as director of the Washington regional office and served in management roles, overseeing regional offices as well as national and local programming and advocacy. Bernstein has been a leading advocate for Israel’s quest for peace and security on the legislative, diplomatic, media, and intergroup relations fronts.

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  • Andrew Fox | Gaza Before & After | Israel-Hamas War | Conversation with Shana Meyerson YOGAthletica
    Jan 24 2025

    When Ret. Major Andrew Fox decided to become an expert and scholar on urban warfare, his goal was to study war strategy and its implications. Never did he expect to become one of the most beloved heroes of Israel and the World Jewish Community. Not because he took sides in the Israel-Hamas War, but because he saw the bright line between good and evil. And good won.

    So very much has happened since Andrew last graced this podcast with his presence (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmC1JnlYDQw), including the international publication of his groundbreaking report, “QUESTIONABLE COUNTING: ANALYSING THE DEATH TOLL FROM THE HAMAS-RUN MINISTRY OF HEALTH IN GAZA," which shifted the entire global understanding of the real death toll statistics from the war in Gaza.

    In this conversation, Shana Meyerson of YOGAthletica and Andrew Fox discuss the findings of his study, the newly implemented ceasefire/hostage deal, and the disinformation campaign against the Jewish State.

    If you are a yogi or yogini who thinks Hamas are freedom fighters and the Ministry of Health is a ministry of truth, you owe it to yourself to listen to this discussion about what really happened the last 15 months in Gaza and how so many in the West have been deeply deceived by Hamas terrorist propaganda.

    READ ANDREW'S REPORT ON GAZA DEATH STATISTICS: https://henryjacksonsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/HJS-Questionable-Counting-–-Hamas-Report-web-v2.pdf

    SUBSCRIBE TO ANDREW FOX ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@UCLyYcICOUgGsCo_StP7W0LA 🎥

    FOLLOW ANDREW FOX ON X: https://x.com/Mr_Andrew_Fox 📱

    SUBCRIBE TO ANDREW ON SUBSTACK: https://mrandrewfox.substack.com ✍🏻

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    Andrew Fox (https://henryjacksonsociety.org/staff/andrew-fox/ ) is a research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society. He served for 16 years in the British Army, leaving the Parachute Regiment with the rank of Major. He completed 3 tours in Afghanistan including one attached to US Army Special Forces, as well as further tours of Bosnia, Northern Ireland and the Middle East. He was a senior lecturer at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, teaching in the War Studies and Behavioural Science departments. In the last year he has visited Gaza twice as well as Hezbollah tunnels in Lebanon. Andrew is a regular Middle East commentator on GB News, TalkTV and LBC radio, and has been published in The Spectator, The Sun, The Daily Telegraph, New York Post and The Tablet, amongst others.

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    1 hr and 12 mins