From the Knesset to the Front Lines: A Conversation with Jeremy Saltan

In this episode of Tel Aviv Diary, Marc Schulman speaks with Jeremy Saltan—longtime Knesset advisor, reservist captain, and founder of KnessetJeremy.com. Saltan shares his unique perspective from both inside Israel’s legislative committees and on the battlefield, reflecting on the pressures of serving over 300 days in reserve duty, the strains on Israeli society, and the deep questions facing soldiers and citizens alike. Despite the ongoing war and political uncertainty, he offers an optimistic vision for Israel’s next generation of leaders. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit marcschulman.substack.com/subscribe