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EPISODE · Jul 3, 2025 · 44 MIN

Coach Bruce Pearl on Speaking Out for Israel, Jewish Identity and Coaching

from One Jewish State · host Channel 18 Israel

In this latest episode of the One Jewish State podcast, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman sits down with legendary Auburn Tigers basketball coach Bruce Pearl for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, leadership, Israel, and Jewish identity. Coach Pearl opens up about what makes him a relentless competitor as a college basketball coach, his deep Jewish roots, and why he publicly stood up for Israel and the hostages after October 7th, even when others stayed silent. From the NCAA court to the hills of Judea and Samaria, Coach Pearl shares personal stories, his visions for Israel, how there can be peace in Judea and Samaria, and reveals whether he will run for Alabama Senate in 2026.00:55 – Coaching Philosophy07:49 – Jewish Identity in College Basketball09:49 – Anti-Semitism and Recruiting Challenges12:21 – My Family Journey in America13:05 – Alabama's Zionist Legacy16:30 – Jews and Christians18:59 – Taking a Stand as Pro Israel24:58 – Honoring Edan Alexander at Sweet 1629:30 – Auburn Philosophy's Higher Calling33:04 – Judea, Samaria, and Biblical Roots37:00 – Personal Family Miracle From Prayers in Shiloh38:53 – A Future Vision for Israel40:50 – Will Bruce Pearl Run for Senate?43:25 – Coach Pearl & Ambassador Friedman Offer BlessingsFollow Us:WebsiteYouTubeXInstagramTikTok

In this latest episode of the One Jewish State podcast, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman sits down with legendary Auburn Tigers basketball coach Bruce Pearl for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, leadership, Israel, and Jewish identity. Coach Pearl opens up about what makes him a relentless competitor as a college basketball coach, his deep Jewish roots, and why he publicly stood up for Israel and the hostages after October 7th, even when others stayed silent. From the NCAA court to the hills of Judea and Samaria, Coach Pearl shares personal stories, his visions for Israel, how there can be peace in Judea and Samaria, and reveals whether he will run for Alabama Senate in 2026.00:55 – Coaching Philosophy07:49 – Jewish Identity in College Basketball09:49 – Anti-Semitism and Recruiting Challenges12:21 – My Family Journey in America13:05 – Alabama's Zionist Legacy16:30 – Jews and Christians18:59 – Taking a Stand as Pro Israel24:58 – Honoring Edan Alexander at Sweet 1629:30 – Auburn Philosophy's Higher Calling33:04 – Judea, Samaria, and Biblical Roots37:00 – Personal Family Miracle From Prayers in Shiloh38:53 – A Future Vision for Israel40:50 – Will Bruce Pearl Run for Senate?43:25 – Coach Pearl & Ambassador Friedman Offer BlessingsFollow Us:WebsiteYouTubeXInstagramTikTok

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