Knesset Corner

Episodes

1. 13

   Episode 13 - Trump's Jerusalem Announcement, The UN Vote, and a Possible Indictment of Netanyahu

   In this episode of Knesset Corner, Rabbi Dov Lipman tells Scott Kahn why President Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital is not meaninglessly symbolic, and why the potential for violence in response to announcements like these should not deter Israel or the United States from…

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   Dec 24, 2017

   12m
2. 12

   Episode 12 - Trump's Peace Plan, Strange Legislation, and Perhaps an Indictment?

   A recent report suggests that President Trump will soon offer a peace plan that involves American recognition of a Palestinian state, which - if true - portends serious problems for Israel's current governing coalition. Along with controversial proposed legislation that affects criminal...

   Nov 20, 2017

   11m
3. 11

   Episode 11 - Terror in Har Adar, and the Supreme Court Overturns Haredi Draft Exemptions

   Join Rabbi Dov Lipman and Scott Kahn as they discuss the consequences of the recent terror attack in Har Adar, where three Israelis were killed by a terrorist who had been peacefully working in that community for years. They also talk about the Supreme Court decision outlawing the blanket Haredi...

   Sep 28, 2017

   17m
4. 10

   Episode 10 - The Kotel Compromise "Frozen"

   After initially voting for the building of a new area designated for egalitarian prayer at the Western Wall, Prime Minister Netanyahu and his government have rescinded the compromise proposal, causing a tremendous backlash among many Jews, particularly outside of Israel. Why did the same...

   Jun 27, 2017

   13m
5. 9

   Episode 9 - President Trump's Visit to Israel

   As President Donald Trump visits Israel and the Palestinian Territories, supporters of Israel have been encouraged by his visit to the Kotel, and slightly dismayed by the antics of MK Oren Hazan. What does this presidential trip tell us about Trump's future policies towards Israel? What may…

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   May 23, 2017

   12m
6. 8

   Episode 8 - The Kahlon Tax Plan, and Good News from the Chareidi World

   With a 5 billion NIS budget surplus, Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon presented a series of tax cuts and subsidies to help Israel's middle class. Are there drawbacks? Why did he announce his plan without first informing Prime Minister Netanyahu? Rabbi Dov Lipman and Scott Kahn discuss the issues...

   Apr 25, 2017

   12m
7. 7

   Episode 7 - New Realities Under Trump, The Left-Right Divide, and the World Baseball Classic

   In the latest episode of Knesset Corner, former MK Rabbi Dov Lipman discusses Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman's comments about the new political reality (or lack thereof) under President Trump, and the obsolete terminology of "left" and "right" in Israel. He also talks about the amazing...

   Mar 9, 2017

   11m
8. 6

   Episode 6 - Netanyahu's Meeting with President Trump, and the Recent Chareidi Street Protests

   Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu is meeting with United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday in Washington. How important is this meeting, and what policy changes should Israelis anticipate as a result? What might change in the United States-Israel relationship, and what will likely remain...

   Feb 13, 2017

   13m
9. 5

   Episode 5 - The Scandals and the Prime Minister: What Should Happen Next?

   More than a whiff of scandal surrounds Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, as the police are currently investigating three different cases in which he is involved. The police and the courts must determine whether there was any illegal activity; nevertheless, former MK Rabbi Dov Lipman argues that...

   Jan 25, 2017

   12m
10. 4

    Episode 4 - The Elor Azaria Verdict, and the Recent Knesset Polls

    The news in Israel has been dominated by the recent conviction of Elor Azaria, a soldier on trial for manslaughter after he killed a terrorist who had apparently been neutralized beforehand. What does the trial say about Israeli society? What should be the correct response of politicians and the...

    Jan 5, 2017

    11m
11. 3

    Episode 3 - UN Resolution 2334 and John Kerry's Speech

    UN Resolution 2334 condemning Israel passed on December 23, 2016; what should be our response to it? Who is responsible? And has Prime Minister Netanyahu's reaction been appropriate? Join Rabbi Dov Lipman for a discussion of the issues.

    Jan 3, 2017

    12m
12. 2

    Episode 2 - Accusations of Treason, and How Kosher are Private Discretionary Funds?

    Rabbi Dov Lipman and Scott Kahn discuss the accusations against Knesset member Basel Ghattas of the Balad party, and the proper and inappropriate ways of dealing with potentially treasonous individuals in the Israeli government. They also talk about the budget and the controversy surrounding...

    Dec 21, 2016

    16m
13. 1

    Knesset Corner with Rabbi Dov Lipman - Episode 1

    Join former member of Knesset Rabbi Dov Lipman and Scott Kahn as they discuss the latest developments in Israeli politics. In this episode they tackle the evacution of Amona and the controversy surrounding the proposed muezzin law. For more great podcasts go to www.jewishcoffeehouse.com.

    Dec 12, 2016

    16m