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(232) Can Catholics Be Zionists? Dr. Andre Villeneuve on Israel, the Church, and God's Covenant
May 13, 2026
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(231) A Time for Choosing: Faith, Israel, and a Defining Moment in Washington
May 6, 2026
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(230) Erin Molan: Why I Chose to Stand with Israel
Apr 29, 2026
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(229) Dinesh D'Souza on Israel, Faith, and the Collapse of Trust in the West
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| 5/13/26 | ![]() (232) Can Catholics Be Zionists? Dr. Andre Villeneuve on Israel, the Church, and God's Covenant | For centuries, many Christians believed that the Church had replaced Israel in God's covenantal plan. But what happens when the Jewish people return to their ancestral homeland after nearly two thousand years? And what does the Catholic Church actually teach about the Jewish people, the land of Israel, and Zionism? In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki speak with Catholic theologian Dr. Andre Villeneuve of Catholics for Israel about one of the most important and controversial questions in Jewish-Christian relations today: Can a faithful Catholic also be a Zionist? Drawing on Scripture, Church history, Vatican documents, and modern Catholic theology, Dr. Villeneuve explains why he believes support for Israel is deeply rooted in the Bible and fully compatible with Catholic faith. The conversation explores supersessionism, the legacy of Vatican II, the tension between Catholic tradition and modern politics, and why many Christians struggle to reconcile theology with the reality of Jewish sovereignty in the land of Israel. The episode also reflects on a remarkable moment in Washington, DC, where major Orthodox Jewish organizations publicly partnered with evangelical Christian groups in support of Israel, signaling a historic shift in Jewish-Christian relations. This is a thoughtful and candid conversation about covenant, Scripture, theology, history, and the future of Christian support for Israel. | — | ||||||
| 5/6/26 | ![]() (231) A Time for Choosing: Faith, Israel, and a Defining Moment in Washington | As Pastor Doug Reed records from Washington, D.C. ahead of a major Israel advocacy gathering, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki joins from nearby, on his way to join him. Together, they reflect on a moment that feels like more than just another news cycle. Across the Jewish world, the Christian world, and the broader public square, old assumptions are being challenged and new lines are being drawn. From shifting alliances to growing internal divisions, this conversation explores what it means to stand with conviction when it's no longer easy—or popular. Along the way, Doug shares about his family's upcoming move to Israel, a deeply personal step that brings these questions out of the abstract and into real life. As Pesach puts it, we may be living through a time for choosing. | — | ||||||
| 4/29/26 | ![]() (230) Erin Molan: Why I Chose to Stand with Israel | For Erin Molan, defending Israel after October 7 was not without consequences. The Australian media personality shares how taking that stand affected her career, deepened her faith, and clarified her sense of purpose. Pesach and Doug also address a growing point of tension: the backlash to a pride event near the Dead Sea, and how they respond to fellow believers who strongly support Israel, but feel conflicted about Israel's apparent celebration of the event. | — | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | ![]() (229) Dinesh D'Souza on Israel, Faith, and the Collapse of Trust in the West | What's really driving the growing skepticism toward Israel—even among young conservatives? In this wide-ranging and urgent conversation, Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki sit down with bestselling author and public intellectual Dinesh D'Souza to unpack one of the most important cultural and spiritual shifts of our time. Together, they explore the collapse of trust in institutions, the rise of conspiracy thinking, and how both are reshaping attitudes toward Israel, faith, and the West itself. From biblical archaeology to replacement theology, from social media influence to the future of Christian support for Israel, this episode confronts the biggest questions facing believers today. Why are younger generations drifting away from long-held alliances? What role does theology play in modern politics? And is there still a path forward for a shared Judeo-Christian vision of truth and moral clarity? A bold, challenging, and deeply relevant conversation about faith, identity, and the future of Western civilization. Subscribe to the free Israel365 News Daily Newsletter and the Israel365 Action Weekly Newsletter by clicking here. | — | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | ![]() (228) The Battle for Israel—In Theology and in War | Is Israel still central to God's plan—or has that role changed? In this wide-ranging episode, Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki take on a question that sits at the heart of modern Christianity. Beginning with Doug's recent article in The Christian Post, they explore whether the New Testament itself reinforces the enduring role of the Jewish people, and why that debate has become so urgent today. But this is not just a theological conversation. As tensions with Iran escalate, the discussion shifts from Scripture to strategy. Joined by military analyst Elliot Chodoff, they break down what is actually happening in the Middle East, what has been achieved on the ground, and how Iran views the conflict in ways that many in the West misunderstand. What emerges is a deeper realization: the question of Israel is not confined to ancient texts or abstract theology. It is playing out in real time, with real consequences. This episode connects belief and reality, asking what it truly means for Israel to matter - both in faith and in the world today. | — | ||||||
| 4/8/26 | ![]() (227) A Theology in Crisis: Israel, the Church, and the Collapse of Supersessionism | For nearly two thousand years, much of the Christian world embraced a single assumption: that the Church had replaced Israel in God's covenantal plan. But what happens when history itself seems to challenge that belief? In this provocative and deeply thoughtful conversation, Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki sit down with David Virtue to confront a growing theological crisis. If supersessionism was built on the idea of a permanently exiled and diminished Jewish people, how should Christians understand a thriving, sovereign State of Israel? Together, they explore the tension between inherited doctrine and present-day reality, the failure of shallow theological frameworks, and the urgent need for a more serious, grounded Christian understanding of Israel's role in God's plan. Along the way, they address the rise of anti-Israel sentiment, the weakness of modern theological education, and the possibility that the Church itself is heading toward a profound internal reckoning. This is not just a conversation about Israel. It is a conversation about the future of Christian theology—and whether long-held assumptions can survive contact with history. Act now to provide food, clothing, and daily care for orphaned Jewish children in Israel. Go to https://israel365charity.com/campaigns/ukrainian-orphans/ and give generously today. | — | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | ![]() (226) A Pastor Plans to Move to Israel and a Scandal Unfolds in Washington: An Impactful Week for Doug and Pesach | This is one of the most personal and consequential episodes we've ever recorded. Pastor Doug Reed shares the full story behind his family's monumental decision to move to Israel—what led to it, how it unfolded, and what it means for his family, his faith, and his future. This is not just a relocation. It is a deeply emotional and spiritual journey years in the making, now becoming reality. Then the conversation takes a dramatic turn. Rabbi Pesach Wolicki breaks down his recent viral clash with Candace Owens—and explains why the story is far bigger than a social media feud. What emerges is a troubling picture of potential anti-Israel activity within parts of the U.S. intelligence community, raising serious questions about influence, narrative, and the future of the U.S.-Israel relationship. This episode moves from the deeply personal to the profoundly political, weaving together faith, friendship, and the forces shaping our world today. If you care about Israel, about truth, and about where things may be heading, this is a conversation you do not want to miss. | — | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | ![]() (225) Can You Negotiate with Radical Evil? Israel, Iran, and America's Defining Test, with Ambassador Yoram Ettinger | As war escalates between Israel and Iran, a pressing question is emerging: Is this just Israel's fight—or does it directly impact the future of the United States and the West? In this urgent and eye-opening conversation, Ambassador Yoram Ettinger joins us to unpack what's really happening behind the headlines. From President Trump's reported negotiations to the deeper ideological battle driving Iran's regime, this discussion challenges the assumption that diplomacy alone can bring peace. Drawing on decades of experience in U.S.–Israel relations, Ambassador Ettinger argues that this conflict is not merely political, but civilizational. The stakes go far beyond the Middle East, touching on America's security, global stability, and the moral responsibility to confront evil rather than accommodate it . This episode invites listeners to think more deeply about faith, leadership, and the difficult choices required in a dangerous world. | — | ||||||
| 3/18/26 | ![]() (224) Is This War About Land—or Theology? A Former Muslim Explains | As war intensifies across the Middle East, it is easy to focus on headlines, military strategy, and geopolitics. But what if the deeper story lies elsewhere—beneath the surface, in theology and ideology? In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki are joined by Dan Burmawi, a former Muslim turned Christian and founder of the Ideological Defense Institute. Together, they explore the religious ideas shaping the current conflict, from Iran's Shiite worldview to the broader ideological struggle between Islam and the West. Dan argues that this war is not fundamentally about land or politics, but about competing visions of truth, power, and the future of civilization. He explains why Sunni and Shiite perspectives diverge, how Islamic eschatology influences global strategy, and why many in the West misunderstand the nature of the conflict entirely. The conversation also turns to the growing ideological battle within Western societies, raising urgent questions about identity, freedom, and the durability of Judeo-Christian values in an increasingly uncertain world. This is a wide-ranging and provocative discussion that challenges assumptions—and asks whether the real battleground is not only in the Middle East, but in the realm of ideas. | — | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | ![]() (223) Iran at the Crossroads: Regime Change, Chaos, and the Strategic Choices Ahead | Pastor Doug is away this week, so Rabbi Pesach Wolicki flies solo with returning guest Elliot Chodoff, an IDF reserve major and longtime expert on military strategy and the Middle East. Together they take a deep dive into the rapidly evolving confrontation with Iran and the difficult questions now facing Israel, the United States, and the region. What would "regime change" in Iran actually mean? Could the West pursue stability by leaving parts of the regime intact, or would that only guarantee that the same system rebuilds itself in a few years? Pesach and Elliot explore the competing interests of Israel, the United States, and the Gulf states, the dangers of a chaotic collapse in Tehran, and why Iran's ideological system may be fundamentally different from regimes that have fallen elsewhere. They also unpack a crucial but little understood factor in the current moment: the existence of two militaries in Iran, the regime loyal Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the national Iranian army, and how the army's choices could determine the outcome of any uprising. The conversation ranges from the lessons of Nazi Germany and Iraq to the possibility of internal revolt inside Iran. One conclusion becomes clear. However uncertain the future may be, the current regime in Tehran remains the most dangerous outcome of all. | — | ||||||
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| 3/1/26 | ![]() (222) When History Accelerates: Israel, Iran, and Moral Clarity in War (Rush Release) | In this special rush-release episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki are joined by John Enarson of Cry for Zion just hours after dramatic military strikes against Iran reshaped the Middle East overnight. Recording amid air-raid sirens in Israel and rapidly changing headlines around the world, they discuss what is actually happening on the ground, why Israeli society appears unusually united at this moment, and how the conflict is being interpreted across the United States, Europe, and the broader Christian world. The conversation also explores the deeper moral and spiritual questions raised by war: What does a just response to evil look like? Can military victory lead to moral transformation? And why are divisions emerging among Christians and conservatives over Israel and the Jewish people at precisely this moment in history? Drawing on John Enarson's recent Substack article, the episode confronts the growing tension inside parts of the Western church, where support for Israel is increasingly contested, and asks what faithfulness requires when geopolitical events collide with theology. This is not a normal weekly episode. It is a real-time conversation recorded in the opening hours of a crisis that may redefine the region and the global conversation about faith, morality, and Israel. | — | ||||||
| 2/25/26 | ![]() (221) Tucker vs. Huckabee on Israel — And Doug's First Shabbat in an Orthodox Synagogue | A first-ever synagogue experience and a deeply polarizing political interview come together in this wide-ranging episode of Shoulder to Shoulder. Pastor Doug Reed begins by reflecting on his first full Shabbat prayer service in an Orthodox synagogue, sitting side by side with Rabbi Pesach Wolicki in Nashville. What happens when worship shifts from performance to participation? What did Doug discover about Jewish prayer, community, and spiritual rootedness that challenged his expectations, and what does it reveal about the evolving relationship between Jews and Christians? The conversation then turns to the interview that sparked intense debate across faith and pro-Israel circles, Tucker Carlson's conversation with U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee. Did the interview illuminate real disagreements, or was it structured to reinforce a narrative? Where did Huckabee succeed and where did he fall short? And can criticism of Israel truly be separated from deeper questions about Jewish identity, theology, and biblical interpretation? Doug and Pesach engage the arguments directly, examining media framing, Christian Zionism, and why so many public conversations today feel less like dialogue and more like people talking past one another. This episode moves beyond headlines to ask a harder question. When faith and politics intersect, how do we pursue truth without losing clarity or losing each other? | — | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | ![]() (220) The Sabbath Revolution: Why Shabbat Is Capturing the Christian Imagination (Live at NRB) | Recorded live at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention in Nashville, Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki are joined by Rabbi Elie Mischel from the Israel365 studio for a powerful conversation about one of the Bible's oldest and most transformative ideas: Shabbat. As Israel365 creates an immersive Shabbat experience for Christian leaders at NRB, the discussion explores why the Sabbath has become such a compelling spiritual doorway for Christians seeking deeper biblical roots. Together, they reflect on how Shabbat moves faith from constant productivity toward sacred presence, strengthens families, and builds meaningful Jewish-Christian relationships. Through personal stories, theological insight, and behind-the-scenes reflections from NRB, this episode reveals why an ancient Jewish practice is speaking so profoundly to modern believers and how shared spiritual rhythms can bring Jews and Christians closer together in a fractured world. | — | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | ![]() (219) Why the Torah Portion Matters: How Weekly Scripture Shapes Jewish Life — and What Christians Can Learn from It | In this thoughtful and accessible episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed explore one of the defining rhythms of Jewish life: the weekly Torah portion. What is the parsha, where did it come from, and why has it unified Jewish communities across centuries and continents? Pesach explains how the annual cycle of fifty four readings structures Jewish spiritual time, shapes synagogue life, and keeps the Five Books of Moses at the center of Jewish consciousness. Along the way, the conversation touches on the Ten Commandments and their unique (yet not hierarchical) place within Jewish law, including the surprising history of why Jews once recited them daily and why that practice was discontinued. Pesach also reflects on how the Torah's communal rhythm compares to Christian liturgical seasons like Christmas and Easter. Before diving into Scripture, the two hosts briefly address the current U.S.–Iran negotiations under the Trump administration, offering a clear-eyed take on what is at stake for Israel and the region. This is a rich blend of Bible, history, theology, and contemporary geopolitics — all told in the warm, candid "one Bible, two voices" style that defines Shoulder to Shoulder. | — | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | ![]() (218) Into the Fire to Save Life: Dr. Tuvia Book on War, Faith, and Duty | In this gripping episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed sit down with Dr. Tuvia Book, the oldest combat medic to serve in the IDF during the Swords of Iron war. Book offers a raw, first-person account of returning to service at age 55, racing into Gaza under fire with Israel's elite Palmar medical extraction unit, and witnessing both the devastation of October 7 and the extraordinary courage of Israeli soldiers and medics. Beyond the battlefield, Book describes how Israeli innovation transformed combat medicine, saving lives in minutes that once would have been lost. He reflects on faith, duty, and what it means to "walk the walk" in a moment of national crisis, while also sharing the remarkable story of how the final hostage, Rav Gvili, was located and brought home. This is a conversation about trauma and healing, darkness and light, and why the struggle in Gaza is not only Israel's war, but a global battle between civilization and a death cult. To learn more about Tuvia or to get in touch with him, go to his website today. | — | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | ![]() (217) Iran, Islamism, and the Battle for Civilization: Dr. David Wurmser on What Comes Next | As Iran's regime faces unprecedented internal revolt, the Middle East may be approaching a historic turning point. In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed are joined by foreign policy expert Dr. David Wurmser to examine what is truly at stake — not only for Israel and Iran, but for Western civilization itself. From the legacy of the 1979 Iranian Revolution to the ideological roots of Islamism, from Gaza and Syria to the rise of Sunni radicalism, this wide-ranging conversation explores why material incentives fail in the Middle East, why ideas matter more than economics, and why the coming struggle may determine the future alignment of the world. | — | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | ![]() (216) The Holy Land Versus the Promised Land: Christian Zionism, Universal Zionism, and Israel's Calling | As Catholic and Orthodox Christian leaders in Jerusalem publicly denounce Christian Zionism, deep questions are emerging about theology, authority, and Israel's place in God's plan. In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed respond to the controversy and are joined by Rabbi Tuly Weisz, founder of Israel365, to discuss his new book Universal Zionism. Together, they explore the difference between viewing Israel as merely a political state or as the fulfillment of divine promise, revisit Pope John Paul II's striking distinction between the Holy Land and the Promised Land, and ask what Israel's mission means not only for Jews, but for Christians and the world. A timely conversation about covenant, responsibility, and Israel's emerging role on the global stage. | — | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | ![]() (215) Prophecy in Real Time: Israel, Iran and the Land - "It's Almost Like He's Telling Us What Was Going to Happen" | In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed begin with a sober look at the rapidly escalating situation in the Middle East, examining Israel's emergence as a regional superpower and the growing signs that U.S. military intervention in Iran may be approaching. In the second half of the conversation, they are joined by Doug Hershey of Ezra Adventures for a powerful shift in perspective. Drawing on striking visual evidence, Hershey explores how the physical rebuilding of the Land of Israel mirrors ancient biblical prophecy, and how the land itself appears to be responding to the return of the Jewish people. Together, the episode moves from geopolitics to prophecy, from headlines to history, inviting listeners to consider whether what we are witnessing today is not coincidence, but fulfillment unfolding in real time. | — | ||||||
| 1/6/26 | ![]() (214) EMERGENCY EPISODE: Iran at the Breaking Point: Why This Uprising Is Different and What Comes Next, with Mehrdad Marty Youssefiani | Iran is entering one of the most perilous moments in its modern history. In this urgent episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed are joined by Iranian opposition strategist Mehrdad Marty Youssefiani, a longtime adviser to the Iranian resistance, to assess the rapidly unfolding protests inside Iran and what they mean for the regime's survival. Unlike past uprisings driven by ideology or social reform, today's unrest is fueled by economic collapse: a crashing currency, empty treasuries, shuttered markets, and ordinary Iranians who can no longer afford bread, water, or rent. Youssefiani explains why this shift makes the current protests far more dangerous for the regime, how fear inside Iran's security forces is growing, and why the convergence of internal unrest and external geopolitical pressure has left Tehran more exposed than ever. The conversation also explores the fragmented nature of the Iranian opposition, the realistic prospects for unity in exile and inside Iran, and what signs listeners should be watching for in the coming weeks. Finally, the episode addresses how people of faith can pray, advocate, and support the Iranian people at a moment when the future of the region may be hanging in the balance. This is not speculation. This is a real-time assessment of a regime under unprecedented strain—and a nation approaching a historic crossroads. To help Israel365 and its Aliyah campaign, click here. | — | ||||||
| 12/31/25 | ![]() (213) "We Are Not Arabs": Lt. Col. (Res.) Ihab Shlayan on Christian Identity, IDF Service, and the Fight to Save Christianity in the Holy Land | What is it like to be a Christian in Israel—and why do many Israeli Christians insist, "We are not Arabs"? In this eye-opening episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed speak with Lieutenant Colonel (Reserves) Ihab Shlayan, the IDF's most senior Christian officer and founder of Christian Voice in Israel. Shlayan shares a frank, ground-level account of how Christian communities in places like Nazareth and Cana have steadily become minorities in their own historic towns—and why he says the greatest threat to Christians in the region is not the State of Israel, but Islamist intimidation and Arab political control. He also lays out five concrete demands he's pressing with the Israeli government: recognition of Christians as a distinct community (not "Arab"), equal access to scholarships and employment benefits for those who serve, a separate Christian education framework, visible Israeli civic presence (including flags) in Christian towns, and proper representation and memorial recognition for Christian IDF soldiers. Whether you've heard claims that Christians are "second-class citizens" in Israel—or you've never considered the internal pressures facing Christians in the Holy Land—this conversation delivers rare clarity from someone who has lived it in uniform, in public advocacy, and on the front lines. | — | ||||||
| 12/24/25 | ![]() (212) What Are Christians Really Celebrating at Christmas? A Conversation with Pastor Nate Brown | On this special Christmas Eve episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Pastor Doug Reed flies solo while Rabbi Pesach is on his way back from Amfest and the Hanukkah celebration at the White House. Doug welcomes Pastor Nate Brown, cohost of the Under God podcast and pastor of Vintage Church in Liberty Hill, Texas, for a deep dive into what Christmas actually means – not just culturally, but theologically. Speaking to an audience of both Christians and Jews, Doug and Nate unpack the story of the incarnation – God entering history in the person of Jesus – its roots in Jewish prophecy like Isaiah 9, and why that claim has shaped the world for two thousand years. They tackle the tension between "Merry Christmas" and "Happy Holidays," the consumerism that threatens to hollow out the holiday, and the popular claim that December 25th is just a Christianized pagan festival – walking through early Christian sources that tell a very different story. They also explore how Christmas connects to Israel, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the continuity between the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament, why Christmas and Easter can't really be separated, and what it means in 2026 to live as if "God with us" is true: engaging culture instead of retreating from it, and standing publicly with the Jewish people in the face of rising antisemitism and attacks like Bondi Beach. Whether you are a Christian wanting to recover the depth of Christmas, or a Jew curious about what your Christian neighbors are really celebrating, this conversation is for you. | — | ||||||
| 12/17/25 | ![]() (211) Bondi Beach Terror, On the Ground in Israel, and the Muslim Brotherhood | In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed respond to the terrorist attack on the Hanukkah candle lighting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and the broader surge of antisemitic and ant- Christian violence across the West. They then continue their conversation about Doug's recent trip to Israel and what it was like to experience the land, the war, and the global faith coalition up close. In the second half, they are joined by Frank Gaffney for a direct, practical discussion of the Trump administration's executive order related to the Muslim Brotherhood, what it does and does not do, and what ordinary citizens can do right now if they want Western leaders to take jihadist ideology seriously. | — | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | ![]() (210) Smuggled in a Coffin: A Somali Imam's Journey from Persecution to Underground Church | In this unforgettable episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Pastor Doug and Rabbi Pesach sit down with Dr. Michael Brawan of Kenya and Rev. Adam Hajj Muhammad of Somalia, a former imam whose decision to follow Jesus cost him almost everything. Adam describes his childhood in a radically devout Muslim family, his rise as a respected Islamic judge and mosque builder, and the moment a divine encounter shattered everything he thought he knew. From that point on, his life became a dangerous walk of faith. Adam shares how his public declaration of Christian faith triggered a violent backlash: his mother and wives were murdered, early converts were slaughtered, and there was a price on his head. Dr. Brawan recounts the extraordinary rescue operation that smuggled Adam out of Somalia in a coffin, and Adam explains why he later chose to return and plant underground churches despite the constant threat of torture and death. Recorded in Jerusalem while leading an African Christian delegation through Israel, this conversation shines a piercing light on the brutal persecution of Christians in Africa — and on the kind of courageous faith that refuses to back down. | — | ||||||
| 12/3/25 | ![]() (209) Antisemitism, Jihad, and the Collapse of the West, with Francisco Gil-White | With Doug on the road, Rabbi Pesach flies solo and sits down with political anthropologist Francisco Gil-White, a scholar whose life's work explores antisemitism as a deliberate tool of totalitarian power. Drawing a line from the Bible and the Exodus story through Rome, the Church, Nazism, the Soviet Union, and today's jihadist movements, Gil-White argues that whenever elites move to enslave populations, they first move to eliminate the Jews and then turn on everyone else. He explains why the modern "Palestinian narrative," the Oslo process, and the global reaction to October seventh all fit into a larger project to collapse Western civilization from within and replace it with a new form of tyranny. This is a challenging, eye opening conversation about Israel, Islam, the CIA, and whether the West can still be saved — and what it would actually take. | — | ||||||
| 11/26/25 | ![]() (208) Gratitude at the Heart of Faith | As Thanksgiving approaches in the United States, Pastor Doug Reed and Rabbi Pesach Wolicki take a step back from politics and crisis and focus on something fundamental and powerful: the practice of gratitude. Doug shares what Thanksgiving looks like in his home, while Pesach describes how his family in Israel marks the holiday and why he believes Jews in Israel should thank God for the United States. They explore the Jewish morning prayer Modeh Ani, Leah naming Judah, and the ancient thanksgiving offering in Leviticus as a biblical foundation for gathering around a table to thank God. Along the way they draw a vital distinction between praising God for what He is and thanking God for what He has done for us personally. This is a warm and honest conversation that will help you enter Thanksgiving with a fuller heart and a clearer sense of purpose. | — | ||||||
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