Why is the crisis in Israel so deep and unprecedented? Why is it getting worse? Why is Israel quickly approaching a constitutional crisis? And who and what can stop it? Shanni and David discuss the issue on everyone's lips-- but don't worry, t

Hindus and Jews on the American Dream

Mar 17th, 2023 58m 22s

David Brog and Dr Mihir Meghani discuss a growing Hindu-Jewish alliance in America, the commonalities between the two ancient civilizations, and a shared love for the American dream. Topics: Fighting BDS on campus Hindu experience in America

Can One Word Make a Huge Difference?

Mar 11th, 2023 45m 23s

Shanni and David discuss the power of words, in comedy and in life, and get into a spirited debate on the value of engaging in the culture wars. Topic List: HBO's Crashing Stand up comedy Chris Rock's new Netflix special The Jewish l

Is There a Secret to Happiness?

Mar 3rd, 2023 32m 16s

Shanni and David discuss this week's JJ cover story on happiness, and veer off into other subjects like Jewish identity, living a life of purpose, the fun of the ad business, and the merits of diversity, among many others. Topic List: Ha

From Comedy Festival to Shootings on Pico

Feb 17th, 2023 27m 51s

In this latest episode of L'Dor V'Dor, Shanni and David go through an eventful week, from the Chosen Comedy Festival to the shootings on Pico to the eerie wonders of Chat-Gpt to why Jews are so obsessed with food to a crucial Zoom debate on jud

Can ChatGPT write a Jewish Journal column?

Feb 10th, 2023 49m 30s

In the first episode of the "'L'dor V'dor" podcast, Shanni and David clash on a few things and agree on a few others. Topic List: Joe Rogan's recent antisemitic comments Netflix's You People with Jonah Hill and Julia Louis-Dreyfus Anti-Isr

Interview with Masa: More than one Israel

Dec 23rd, 2022 49m 5s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Ofer Gutman, CEO of Masa Israel Journey, talks about the ups and downs of the complicated but vibrant Israel experience. Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instag

"Boredom is the biggest threat to Judaism"-- Rabbi Steve Leder

Sep 28th, 2022 1h 6m

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! In conversation with rabbi and author Steve Leder, on the meaning of regret, the power of the word "boredom" and his new bestselling book, "For You When I'm Gone." Follow D

"Palestinians Can Be As Successful as Israelis"--Jason Greenblatt

Aug 24th, 2022 39m 55s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Former peace envoy Jason Greenblatt discusses his new book, "In the Path of Abraham," including the inside story of the Abraham Accords and why the Palestinian conflict is s

Depp--Heard Trial, Gun Madness and Shavuot

Jun 3rd, 2022 26m 13s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! David and Shanni weigh in on some difficult topics, and why Shavuot is such a special holiday. Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on I

Can you grow sustainable, delicious meat in a lab?

May 13th, 2022 43m 14s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! In conversation with Yaky Yanay, CEO of Pluristem Therapeutics, an Israeli biotech firm that is pioneering cell technology, with applications for medical care and creating f

Honoring our Grandparents at the Seder Table

Apr 15th, 2022 20m 46s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! In this special Passover episode, David and Shanni discuss the value of honoring our direct ancestors, and share a few stories. Happy Passover! Follow David Suissa on Faceboo

How Can One Man Create So Much Destruction?

Mar 28th, 2022 31m 58s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Does Vladimir Putin have any limits to the devastation he's inflicting on Ukraine? Can Prime Minister Bennett help bring about a ceasefire? Is Zelensky the most popular man o

Nir Barkat Has Some Big Ideas

Mar 11th, 2022 35m 40s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! He was mayor of Jerusalem for 10 years and is now a leading Knesset member of the Likud party. How to deal with Iranian and Russian aggression? With the intractable Palest

UFC 272: Reflections on a wildly entertaining weekend

Mar 11th, 2022 29m 59s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! David asks Shanni about her recent trip to Las Vegas to cover UFC 272. They discuss the growth of the UFC, the differences between boxing and mixed martial arts, how the or

Could the War in Ukraine Have Been Prevented?

Feb 25th, 2022 37m 17s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Why did the world fail to prevent the war in Ukraine? What will be the repercussions and who will pay the biggest price? Is Web 3 the future of the internet? Does technolog

Can a Super Bowl end racism?

Feb 17th, 2022 45m 12s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! How far should professional sports go in promoting social causes? Was the Super Bowl halftime show the best ever? Why do people still love LA? What is really going on behin

Unpacking the Joe Rogan Brouhaha

Feb 10th, 2022 47m 45s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Where should we draw the line with censorship of public voices? Can the Super Bowl help us achieve our goals? Will Whoopi Goldberg accept the invitation to film The View at

Unpacking the Whoopi Goldberg Scandal and the Issue of Race

Feb 3rd, 2022 43m 13s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! What does race really mean? Were Whoopi's comments antisemitic? Did she deserve to be suspended? We discuss those burning questions and plenty of others, including arguably

What's the Biggest Mistake we Made with COVID?

Jan 27th, 2022 41m 16s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Why was there no Warp Speed for therapeutics? Is there a vaccine for antisemitism? Can we return to a happy middle after all this woke overcorrection? And where can you fi

Do Jew Haters Deserve to See Us Afraid?

Jan 20th, 2022 33m 53s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Does it help the fight against antisemitism to show the haters your fears? In the wake of the latest attack in Colleyville, David and Shanni discuss the world's reactions a

Why did Curb not play up COVID?

Jan 13th, 2022 50m 31s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Who's panicking about Omicron and who isn't? Why did Curb not play up COVID? Are European shows better than American shows? Is there such a thing as an amazing frozen pizz

How Scared Should We Be of Omicron?

Jan 6th, 2022 47m 16s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! David and Shanni discuss what's on everyone's mind these days, as well as plenty of other things, like the power of art to improve mental health, Betty White's passing, Wes

Rising Crime, Jewish Pride, Elon Gold and Lots More

Dec 15th, 2021 38m 7s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! In this episode, David and Shanni weigh in on the IAC conference, the latest episode of Succession, the backlash against rising crime, Elon Musk as Time's Person of the Ye

New York is Back-- Sort Of

Dec 9th, 2021 25m 2s

Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! David calls in from New York and discusses how the Big Apple is coming back from the pandemic, the rise in crime in Los Angeles and this week's Jewish Journal cover story f