The Israel Connection
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The Israel Connection – Hosted by Esti Zenati, this engaging podcast explores all things Israel. Every other week, Esti welcomes a special guest with a unique connection to Israel—diving into culture, history, current events, and personal stories. Whether you’re deeply connected to Israel or just curious to learn more, this podcast offers insightful and meaningful conversations that bring Israel to life.
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S3E26 The Israel Connection: Ghosts of a Holy War - Yardena Schwartz
Send us Fan MailIn the season three finale of The Israel Connection, host Esti Zenati sits down with Emmy-nominated producer and journalist Yardena Schwartz. Drawing from her book, Ghosts of a Holy…
S3E25 The Israel Connection: The Unfiltered Reality of Israeli Gen Z - Rotem Pe'er and Michal Trachtenberg
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, host Esti Zenati sits down with two Gen Z Israelis—Michal Trachtenberg, American-Israeli who made aliyah just two weeks before October 7th, and Rotem Pe’er,…
S3E24 The Israel Connection: From the Knesset to the Frontlines - Yoni Heilman
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, host Esti Zenati sits down with TamidGroup CEO Yoni Heilman to discuss a life shaped by diplomacy, identity, and frontline service. Growing up between the US and…
S3E23 The Israel Connection: Choosing Israel - Michael HarPaz
Send us Fan MailFrom Detroit roots to Israeli superstardom, Michael HarPaz joins host Esti Zenati to share an incredible journey through the heart of Hebrew pop culture. The former Israeli boyband,…
S3E22 The Israel Connection: The Architect of ChaiFlicks - Neil Friedman
Send us Fan MailFrom the courtrooms of entertainment law to the front lines of indie cinema, Neil Friedman has spent decades championing stories that matter. In this episode, Esti sits down with the…
S3E21 The Israel Connection: A Lifelong Zionist - Ben Kreshtool
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Esti Zenati sits down with Beth El’s Ritual Director, Ben Kreshtool, to explore a lifelong journey of Zionist identity rooted in family history and his grandmother’s…
S3E20 The Israel Connection: The Front Line of Israeli Advocacy - Hillel Fuld
Send us Fan MailEsti Zenati hosts American-Israeli tech advisor Hillel Fuld for a powerful conversation about shifting from Silicon Valley marketing to full-time online advocacy for Israel…
S3E19 The Israel Connection: The Jewish Jet - Jared Firestone
Send us Fan MailFrom a life-altering mini-stroke in 2014 to the high-octane ice tracks of the Olympic circuit, Jared Firestone—known as the “Jewish Jet”—has redefined what it means to slide against…
S3E18 The Israel Connection: Bonus Episode - Israel & US vs Iran
Send us Fan MailEsti Zenati is joined by Ben Kreshtool to discuss the current war with Iran. We keep you updated on all that's been happening since Saturday, February 28.
S3E17 The Israel Connection: The Unbroken Voice - Leat Corinne Unger
Send us Fan MailWhen Omer Shemtov was kidnapped from the Nova Festival on October 7, 2023, his cousin, Leat Corinne Unger became his global voice alongside his parents and siblings. In this raw…
S3E16 The Israel Connection: Unfiltered Defense - Abraham Hamra
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Israel Connection, Esti Zenati sits down with Abraham Hamra—a Syrian Jewish ex-refugee turned powerhouse attorney and digital advocate. From the hushed,…
S3E15 The Israel Connection: Advocacy in Crisis - Dana Cwaigrach
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Esti Zenati sits down with social impact leader, Dana Cwaigrach. From her roots in Tel Aviv to her high-level work at the Peres Center for Peace and the Ramon…
S3E14 The Israel Connection: Finding a Place for Us - Ari Axelrod
Send us Fan MailCelebrated Broadway star and activist, Ari Axelrod joins Esti Zenati to explore the intersection of the arts, activism, and Jewish identity. From his upbringing in Michigan to…
S3E13 The Israel Connection: Rabbi Steven Schwartz
Send us Fan MailWhat does it take to lead a congregation for over 25 years? Rabbi Steven Schwartz joins Esti Zenati to reflect on his tenure at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore as he prepares for…
S3E12 The Israel Connection: Shai Davidai - The Fight for Jewish Safety
Send us Fan MailWhen the world shifted on October 7th, Shai Davidai—a social psychologist and former Columbia Business School assistant professor —refused to stay silent. In this episode, Shai joins…
S3E11 The Israel Connection: Saving Abigail - Liz Hirsh Naftali
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Esti Zenati is joined by Liz Hirsh Naftali, author and advocate, whose great-niece, 3-year-old Abigail Mor Idan was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023, after her…
S3E10 The Israel Connection: #ImThatJew - Eitan Chitayat
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Esti Zenati interviews Eitan Chitayat, a global creative leader and brand builder known for his advocacy for Israel and the Jewish people. They discuss the origin of…
S3E9 The Israel Connection: The Best Israeli Food - Yossef's Laffa-Milia
Send us Fan MailJoin Esti Zenati for a delicious conversation with Yossef Shavi and his daughter Alona Shavi-Tajer, the family behind the local Yossef's Laffa-Milia kosher Israeli food truck. Learn…
S3E8 The Israel Connection: Jonathan Conricus - Former IDF International Spokesperson
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Esti Zenati is joined by former IDF Lieutenant Colonel & International Spokesperson, Jonathan Conricus, who joins us to dissect the global media landscape after…
S3E7 The Israel Connection: Adeena Sussman
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Esti Zenati is joined by Adeena Sussman, a New York Times bestselling author known for her Israeli cookbooks. Adeena shares her journey from working in television to…
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The Israel Connection has published 57 episodes since December 2023, covering topics in Judaism, Personal Journals.
The Israel Connection is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 38m.
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