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The Deep Dive

The Deep Dive

By: Jerusalem Post Podcasts
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 The Deep Dive is The Jerusalem Post's flagship podcast series, hosted by Jacob Laznik.

Each week, we review the top stories, put an up-close lens on a major topic, and dissect the main story of the week.Copyright Jerusalem Post Podcasts Politics & Government
Episodes
  • The aftermath of the Bondi Beach massacre

    The aftermath of the Bondi Beach massacre
    Dec 18 2025
    In this powerful episode of The Deep Dive, Jacob Laznik sits down with Professor Shlomo Shpiro, Shir Perets, and Rabbi James Kennard to unpack the emotional, political, and historical forces shaping Jewish discourse, specifically following the Bondi Beach massacre. From inherited trauma to moral courage, from silence to solidarity, this episode explores what it means to speak out (or stay quiet) during moments of crisis. Whether you're part of the Jewish community or simply navigating complex global issues, these conversations offer the kind of depth, honesty and nuance that’s all too rare.
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    50 mins
  • Will Israel go back to Gaza fighting, draft haredi men? MK's weigh in

    Will Israel go back to Gaza fighting, draft haredi men? MK's weigh in
    Dec 11 2025
    In this week’s Deep Dive, host Jacob Laznik breaks down the ongoing debate over Israel’s Haredi draft bill. Political correspondent Keshet Neev explains the current deadlock in the Knesset, while Yesh Atid MK Moshe ‘Kinley’ Turpaz discusses the challenges of integrating the ultra-Orthodox into the IDF. Likud MK Dan Illouz also shares his perspective on Israel’s security strategy post-October 7 and the political landscape moving forward. Tune in for expert analysis and behind-the-scenes insights into the most pressing issues in Israeli politics!
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    53 mins
  • One hostage left: Israel faces pressure as Netanyahu seeks pardon

    One hostage left: Israel faces pressure as Netanyahu seeks pardon
    Dec 5 2025
    In this week’s episode of The Deep Dive, host Jacob Laznik sits down with Sarah Ben-Nun to break down Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s request for a presidential pardon from Isaac Herzog. What are the legal and political implications, and is this a preemptive move in light of upcoming legal battles? Next, after Hamas returned the remains of Sudthisak Rinthalak, only one hostage is being held in Gaza: Ran Gvili.

    Udi Goren, cousin of slain hostage Tal Haimi, joins us to share perspective and the unrelenting demand for everyone to return home. Finally, Diaspora affairs correspondent Mathilda Heller joins to explain why Guinness World Records is reportedly no longer accepting Israeli applicants, and what it says about Israel’s growing international isolation.
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    49 mins
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