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Simply Hebrew - פשוט עברית
by Omer Galily
Welcome to Simply Hebrew, your podcast for learning Hebrew. In each episode we will cover an interesting topic and talk to people related to the field, all in simple, easy-to-understand Hebrew.Enjoy!
Episodes
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Hebrew Idioms: Animal Edition [52]
👇 Every language has its hidden idioms—and Hebrew is no exception! In Episode 52 of Simply Hebrew, we return to one of our most loved series: everyday Hebrew expressions. This time, we’re diving into the wild and colorful world of animal idioms! Through two short, engaging stories, you’ll…
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La Rinconada: The Highest City on Earth [51]
👇 High in the Peruvian Andes, nearly 17,000 feet above sea level, sits La Rinconada—the highest permanent human settlement in the world. In this episode of Simple Hebrew, we journey to a harsh, wind-swept frontier where tens of thousands of people endure freezing temperatures, thin air, and a...
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Stealing in the Shadow of Disaster [50]
👇 Three years after October 7, Israel’s national narrative remains a mix of deep trauma and inspiring social solidarity. But beneath the incredible wave of mutual aid lies a darker reality: the simple, opportunistic scams that slipped right through the cracks of wartime chaos when billions of...
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Late-Night Croissants, Mystery Bags, and the Food Rescue Craze [49]
👇 Croissants, mystery bags, and late-night bakery runs have taken over our phones — and our social media feeds. But behind the 50% discounts and viral unboxing videos lies a massive global trend: food rescue apps. In this episode, we dive into the phenomenon of surplus food apps like Too Good To...
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News in Hebrew [48]
👇 In this episode of News in Hebrew, we dive into three fascinating stories from recent weeks. First, a young YouTuber travels to England to challenge a legendary former local champion, pulling him out of retirement for a wild and chaotic race down a steep hill after a large wheel of rolling...
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Can Authenticity Survive? Tali Friedman on the Future of Mahane Yehuda [47]
👇 Is the Mahane Yehuda market losing its soul? In this episode, I talk with Tali Friedman, a professional chef, culinary guide, and the chairwoman of the Mahane Yehuda Market merchants' committee. We explore her journey — from a young girl growing up in the kitchens of her grandparents, to...
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How 1 Million Soviet Jews Changed Israel Forever [46]
👇 Russian-speaking Israelis are everywhere today — in politics, science, technology, culture, and everyday life. But how did nearly one million immigrants from the former Soviet Union end up transforming such a small country? In this episode, we explore the story of Soviet aliyah: from the…
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Hands Down: The Best Hebrew Idioms You Need to Know [45]
👇 A Hebrew idiom is not just a collection of words — in Israel, it’s a tool for daily life and a window into how Israelis really think and talk. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Hebrew idioms related to hands ("ידיים"). Through three relatable, real-life Israeli stories — a...
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EL AL: Israel’s Story in the Sky [44]
👇 El Al is not just an airline — in Israel, it’s a symbol, a controversy, and sometimes even a necessity. In this episode, we explore how it became deeply tied to Israel’s history — from massive immigration operations to hijackings, security crises, and national identity. We also look at how...
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Discipline and Struggle: What a Martial Arts Coach in Israel Can Teach You [43]
👇In this episode, I talk with Eran Bert, a veteran martial arts coach and the founder of TEAM BERT, one of Israel’s leading martial arts clubs in Tel Aviv. We explore his journey — from a young kid dealing with violence and insecurity, to building a life around discipline, training, and personal...
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News in Hebrew [42]
👇 In this episode of News in Hebrew, we dive into three fascinating stories from around the world. First, a quiet restaurant owner in a small village in China becomes an overnight sensation after a single viral video — despite clearly not wanting the attention. What follows is a wave of…
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Behind the Wheel: Life of an Israeli Bus Driver [41]
👇 Being a bus driver is full of challenges: long hours on the road, dealing with passengers who aren’t always easy, low pay, and crowded streets. But there are also small rewards that make it worthwhile—like direct contact with passengers and the stability of the job. In this episode, I speak…
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Passover [10] – Special Re-airing!!!
👇 Happy Passover! 🍷🍪🍽Missed it last year or want a refresher before the holiday? This episode is perfect for diving into Passover traditions — now with slower speech and a festive music background to make learning easier and more fun! In this episode, we’re exploring the traditions of…
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Tel Aviv Under Fire: Lia’s Story [40]
👇 In this episode, I talk with my cousin Lia, who lives in Tel Aviv–where daily life right now is shaped by missile attacks and sirens that send people running to shelters, sometimes in the middle of the night. Lia moved to the U.S. as a young child and later chose to return to Israel on her…
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Hebrew Expressions About Food [39]
👇 Today we’re talking about a delicious topic: Hebrew expressions that are connected to food. Food is a big part of everyday life, and in Hebrew - just like in many other languages - people often use food to describe situations, feelings, and even people. Sometimes the connection is obvious, and...
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Dead Sea: On the Edge of Extinction [38]
👇 In this episode, we dive into one of the most extraordinary places on Earth — the Dead Sea. Located between Israel and Jordan, it is facing a growing crisis that threatens its future. Why is the water level dropping by about one meter every year? What happened to the Jordan River that once fed...
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Where Have All the Teachers Gone? Inside Israel’s Education Crisis [37]
👇 In this episode, we talk about the growing teacher shortage in Israel. I speak with Natalie, an elementary school teacher from Petah Tikva with 14 years of experience in the education system. Together, we look at what is happening inside Israeli schools today, why fewer and fewer people want…
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Who Killed Tair Rada? [36]
👇 One of the most talked-about murder cases in Israel’s history: the murder of Tair Rada. A teenage girl murdered in a small, quiet town in northern Israel. Inside a school. In the middle of a regular school day. A deeply flawed police investigation, crucial leads never fully explored, one man...
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News in Hebrew [35]
In this episode of News in Hebrew, we’ve got three fresh stories from around the world. First, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, a dance club comes up with an unusual and creative idea to attract tourists, more specifically female tourists who are passionate about dancing tango. Then, we head north to...
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When Hanukkah Meets Christmas [34]
👇 A special holiday episode! This one is extra exciting for me — because I’m not alone. I’m joined by Ben Gur-Arie, an amazing conversation partner, and together we dive into one of the most fascinating moments of the year: Hanukkah and Christmas. Two very different holidays, full of lights,...
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Hebrew Expressions Said Behind Someone’s Back [33]
👇 Today we’ve got a fun and slightly cheeky topic: Hebrew expressions people use behind someone’s back — the ones you really wouldn’t want the person to overhear. It could get awkward… for everyone. And let’s be honest: no matter where you’re from, every language has these little phrases people...
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Desert Heat, Urban Beat: The Rise of Israeli Whisky [32]
👇 If you love hearing about really unique projects happening in Israel - and happen to be a whisky fan - you’re going to enjoy the next episode. I spoke with Shawn Soffer, marketing manager of "Milk and Honey" - Israel’s first and largest whisky distillery. Shawn told me about the short but...
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An Israeli Abroad: Between Germany and Spain [31]
👇 In this episode, I’m joined by Inbal Arnon, a Hebrew teacher who has been living in Germany for many years. Together, we explore some fascinating cultural differences between Israel, Germany, and Spain — from everyday habits and social manners to bureaucracy, insurance culture, and the way...
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The Kibbutzim: From Past to Future [30]
👇 In today’s episode, we’re talking about the kibbutzim: how they began, how they changed over the years, and why they’re making a surprising comeback. We’ll go back to the young idealists who built the first kibbutzim over a century ago, explore their challenges with swamps, hard labor, and...
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News in Hebrew [29]
👇In this episode of News in Hebrew, we’ve got three stories you won’t want to miss. First, in the United States, an old restaurant chain tries to reinvent itself for a new generation, but its loyal customers just want things to stay exactly the same. Then, in England, a woman gets such a strong...
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Israeli Wedding: Between Love, Joy, and the Bill {28}
👇In this episode, we dive into Israeli weddings—joyful celebrations of love and new beginnings, but also filled with pressures and high costs. Event manager Dudu Ben Naim reflects on how weddings in Israel have changed over the years, while wedding producer Sharon Hadar shares the challenges...
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Aliyah and War: Are We Seeing a Wave? {27}
👇 In this episode, we’re not stopping at one guest—or even two. We’ve got three fascinating voices to guide us through the story of Aliyah in a time of war. First, you’ll meet Itiel Avraham, who runs one of the biggest Facebook groups for people exploring the idea of moving to Israel. Next…
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Hebrew expressions related to summer {26}
👇 In this episode, we explore four popular Hebrew expressions inspired by summer—or at least by the spirit of it. Like in all our idiom episodes, each expression comes to life through a story or example that makes it easy (and fun!) to understand. Don’t be misled by the title—this one’s a real...
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Jewish Kitchen Ice Cream [25]
👇 In this episode, I talk with my good friend, Gil Posner, who’s currently working on a very special project – opening a brand-new ice cream shop in Barcelona with flavors inspired by the Jewish kitchen. We’ll talk about the heat, air conditioners, and what made him choose to open an ice cream...
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News in Hebrew [24]
👇 In this episode of News in Hebrew, we’ve got three fascinating stories for you: First, from British Columbia, Canada — a woman starts receiving nonstop calls from strangers claiming they’ve found her lost cat. But her cat, Mauser, hasn’t gone anywhere. He’s been chilling on the couch the whole...
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The Return Home After October 7 {23}
👇 Kibbutz Nirim is an agricultural community with many fields, orchards, green lawns, and trees. It’s also my home — the place where I was born and lived until the age of 30. I have family there, friends, and many good memories and experiences I've gathered over the years. Unfortunately, Kibbutz...
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Summer Break {22}
👇In this episode, we’re diving into summer break! In the first part, we’ll explore the history of this long vacation and how different countries approach it in very different ways. In the second part, we’ll talk to Karen Gadasi Russo. Karen is actually my aunt. She lives in Kibbutz Ginosar near...
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Israel and Iran {21}
👇 You might be surprised to hear this, but once upon a time, Israel and Iran were actually good friends. Yes, really — there was even a direct flight from Israel to Iran at least once a day. But then something changed, and since then, the relationship between the two countries has only become…
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Living Between Catalan and Spanish {20}
👇 In this episode, I talk with my good friend Gil, who lives in Catalonia like I do. We talk about what it’s like to live in a place where people speak both Catalan and Spanish — and how we both struggled with that at first. Gil also shares his personal way of learning the languages (spoiler: he...
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News in Hebrew [19]
👇 In this episode, we’ll talk about three interesting stories from the past few weeks: two from around the world and one from Israel. We’ll start with a bizarre incident in Norway, where a couple woke up one morning to find a massive cargo ship parked right in front of their bedroom window. Then...
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Learning Hebrew Through Reality TV {18}
👇 In this episode, I’ll share a special experience I had in Spain— and how one conversation about a reality show suddenly made me feel much more like a local. Then, we’ll dive into why learning Hebrew through reality TV can actually be more effective than watching scripted shows or other types…
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Before the Uniform {17}
👇 New Episode – Before the Army: What Really Happens? In this episode, we’re diving into what happens before military service in Israel. When do teens first come into contact with the army? And how early do they start preparing for it? We’ll explore the key milestones every Israeli teen goes...
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Head to Toe: The Real Stories Behind Hebrew Body Idioms {16}
👇 this episode, we’ll learn seven Hebrew expressions related to the human body. Get ready—this is not going to be boring. You’re about to hear fascinating stories behind each expression that will make them stick in your memory. And at the end of the episode, there’s a surprise waiting for you: a...
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The Eurovision Song Contest {15}
👇 Eurovision! In today’s episode, we dive into the world’s biggest and most colorful song contest. We’ll explore the fascinating history of Eurovision, break down the rules, and take a look at where Israel fits into it all. In the second half of the episode, we’re joined by Mor Levy, a…
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Bamba: the most iconic Israeli snack there is {14}
👇Feeling hungry? Great — because today’s episode is all about Bamba, Israel’s most iconic snack! 🥜 We’ll explore when and how Bamba was first created, why it got its unusual name, and what exactly goes into making this crunchy peanut-flavored treat. We’ll also dive into the reasons why Bamba...
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Israel’s Independence Day: From Concert Controversy to a 40,000-Flag Gamble [13]
👇Israel’s Independence Day is a national holiday filled with joy, but also layered with complexity and emotion. In the first part of this episode, we’ll explore the main traditions and customs that make Independence Day in Israel so unique. Then, in the second part, I’ll be joined by Aharon...
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News in Hebrew [12]
👇In this episode, we dive into three fascinating stories — two from around the world, and one from Israel. First, the daring tale of an American YouTuber who sailed deep into the Indian Ocean to meet one of the most isolated — and unwelcoming — tribes on Earth. Then, a curious question: what...
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Interview for Passover [11]
👇 In today’s episode, we sit down for a fun and honest one-on-one with Dorit Levi — a supermom of four from Sderot 🇮🇱, who’s hosting her entire family for the Passover Seder this year. We’ll talk about the cleaning madness 🧽, the crazy shopping runs 🛍️, and the marathon of cooking 🍳 she…
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Passover [10]
👇 Happy Passover!🍷🍪🍽 In this episode, we’re diving into the traditions of Passover (Pesach). We'll explore some of the customs people follow before the holiday, talk about the Seder night, and explain key concepts connected to this special time of year. Whether you're new to Passover or just...
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The Telegram Boom in Israel During the War [9]
👇 How Did Telegram Become Israel’s #1 News App? In today’s episode, we dive into the fascinating phenomenon of Telegram’s explosion in Israel during the war. 💡 In the first part, we’ll explore the history of Telegram—how it started, what it was originally used for around the world and in…
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Proverbs and Expressions with Animals [8]
👇 In today's episode, we're diving into four fascinating Hebrew proverbs and expressions featuring animals. We'll explore where each saying comes from and give you two unforgettable examples for each. It's going to be super interesting and also (god forbid...) educational, so you definitely…
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The Susita: the one and only Israeli car [7]
👇In this episode, we dive into the incredible story of the Susita, the one and only Israeli car. We’ll uncover the bold dream behind it, the surprising early success, and the dramatic downfall that brought it all crashing down. But that’s not where the story ends! In the second half, we talk to...
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The release of the hostages - the dilemma that divides Israel [6]
👇In today’s episode, we tackle one of the most complex and sensitive issues in Israel right now – the hostage deal. We’ll discuss the October 7th massacre, previous agreements with Hamas, and the deep divide over a potential new deal. Why is reaching an agreement so difficult? What are the key...
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News in Hebrew [5]
👇 Curious about the latest buzz? In this episode, we’ve got three fascinating news stories for you—two from around the world and one from Israel. Tune in and enjoy! ✌ 🎧 If you enjoy programs like VOA News or Spotlight Radio, you'll probably enjoy this too — same clear style, but in Hebrew 🇮🇱...
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The big trip after the military service [4]
👇 Are you ready for an adventure? In this episode, we’ll dive into the journey that many Israelis embark on after completing their military service. We'll chat with Ido Mana, the manager of a travel shop in Beersheba, and Yagil Shoham, who has been running a hostel in Mexico for years. Plus…
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Welcome to Simply Hebrew, your podcast for learning Hebrew. In each episode we will cover an interesting topic and talk to people related to the field, all in simple, easy-to-understand Hebrew.Enjoy!
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