Makom Israel Teachers Lounge

The Torah says, in Leviticus 19, "When a stranger resides with you in your land, you shall not do him wrong. The stranger who resides with you shall be to you as the native among you, and you shall love him as yourself, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt; I am the LORD your God." How does that apply to the current refugee crisis in Israel? Alan and Mike invite their colleague, Rabbi Tamara Schagas to discuss the issue, and her ongoing work for the refugees. The Refugee Problem Leviticus 19 (see verses 33&34) Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us

Raoul Wootliff, journalist at the Times of Israel, chats with Alan and Mike about journalism and the role it plays in a healthy democracy. He also masterfully explains the Netanyahu corruption investigations. When we promise to give you a deeper understanding than the headlines, we don't mess around. Raoul in the Times of Israel Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us    

JerusalemU's President, Dina Rabhan, joins Alan & Mike to discuss the challenges of Israel Education for Millennials.   Hearts and Minds: Israel in North American Jewish Day Schools - The Avi Chai Study   Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us

Alan & Mike meet with alumni from TVA, who explain what's really going on at today's college campuses. (Its probably better and worse than you're guessing) TVA Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us

Alan & Mike sit down with Reuven Spero from the Alexander Muss High School in Israel. After learning a bit about their program, these three seasoned professionals (read: old fogies) get into a deep discussion about the challenges of teaching Jewish history. How do you connect young Jews from the Diaspora to their homeland? Alexander Muss High School in Israel Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us

This week, Alan and Mike turn to Dr. Steve Klein to make some sense of the enduring Israeli Palestinian conflict. He has a PHD in in conflict management and negotiation from Bar-Ilan University, teaches at Tel-Aviv and Ben-Gurion Universities and is an editor at Haaretz. We think you'll agree that he observations are particularly insightful. Steven Klein Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us  

How do you teach the Israeli/Palestinian conflict in university? And what if that university is in Jerusalem, and your students are Jews and Arabs? Dr. Toby Greene of Hebrew University shares his experience and perspective. He gives us a lot to think about how we think about Israel. Toby Greene Website Book - Blair, Labour and Palestine Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us  

Alan, Mike and Lior reflect on what has changed, and what hasn't, since the Trump Jerusalem declaration. Also, Mike sort of has a panic attack, and Lior and Alan try to talk him down. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us

We know that Israel's capital city is Jerusalem. Why hasn't it been recognised before? Why is that changing now? What will that mean going forward? Alan and Mike sit down with Middle East journalist David Harris to discuss what it all means. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us

Benji's back! Is the US administration's new peace push anything new or the same old story? Alan, Mike and Benji look at the story and put it into context. Join us, and let us know what you think! On the American Team The 5 Stages of Middle East Grief Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us  

How many anniversaries can 2017 have? Well, its 50 for UNSC Resolution 242 and 40 for Sadat's visit to Jerusalem. Alan, Mike and Matt discuss how these events are misunderstood, and also deeply related. Come for the banter, stay for the cogent analysis of why Israel holds the moral high ground in international law. Wikipedia on UN 242 When Sadat Visited Jerusalem Photo Essay   Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website Facebook page Contact us

The only constant in the Middle East is change. We turn to journalist David Harris for updates on Syria, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Iran and Kurdistan and what all this means for Israel. Its the safest way you can tour this tumultuous region, and David even gives us reasons for optimism!   Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us

Alan and Mike wanted a really special episode for the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations vote that recognised the Jewish state. So they turned to Professor Gil Troy for insight and perspective, and he really came through. You won't want to miss this special episode! Gil Troy's Page http://www.giltroy.com/ Gil Troy's Amazon Page http://amzn.to/2yG3uSt Toldot Yisrael mini-documentary http://bit.ly/2yGqG31 Spielberg Archive http://bit.ly/2At2qi7   Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us

Want to know the state of arts and culture in Israel? Want to know why you should? Join Alan and Mike as they explore these questions with Jessica Steinberg, who covers the Sabra scene from south to north and back to the center for The Times of Israel. Follow Jessica's Writing https://www.timesofisrael.com/writers/jessica-steinberg/ Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us

What was the context for the Balfour Declaration? What is its relevance today? Alan, Matt and Mike review a century of implications for our 50th episode. Very informative site http://www.balfour100.com/ Excellent article https://mosaicmagazine.com/essay/2017/06/the-forgotten-truth-about-the-balfour-declaration/ Cambon Letter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambon_letter Nahum Sokolow https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nahum_Sokolow British Current Events http://bit.ly/2xY1e3X   Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us

How should we teach students in the diaspora about Israel? Alan and Mike think there is a pretty clear model to follow. It has implications beyond the world of education, and into the very identity of diaspora Jewry.   Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests.   Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us

Welcome new team member, Matt Lipman! In 1937, the British recommended setting up two states in Palestine. That didn't go well. What are the lasting implications for today? And can you guess who gets into an argument about history? Mosaic Article http://bit.ly/2xYgKzY Map of Peel Proposal http://bit.ly/2ynSrwV Does this support Alan or Mike's argument? http://bit.ly/2yHZr3w Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us

After referring to current events and the Kurdish independence movement, Alan and Mike address the season's themes. How do members of a nation address wrongdoings in their nation past? Is there such a thing as national repentance? Elor Azaria's sentence was reduced after our recording: http://bit.ly/2fT6NKC Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us

How do we connect young Jews to Israel? How central is Israel to their Jewish identity? Join Lior, Alan and Mike as they discuss the issues and challenges that Jewish educators are wrestling with, and provide direction for further progress. Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us

With Gal Gadot breaking box office records, and Conan O'Brien filming here, its been an interesting summer for Israel in pop culture. What does that say about how how Israel is seen in the world? And what will it mean for the future? Conan in Israel http://bit.ly/2xaJghD Listen to more episodes, and let us know what you think! We are happy to take topic requests. Our Website http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/podcasts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/ Contact us http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/contact-us