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Third Opinion Podcast
by Pamela Garron
Discussions on issues around antisemitism and the State of Israel.
Episodes
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From Florida to Europe: Israel and the Issues Facing the Jewish Community
Show recorded on October 20, 2026: Mike explored debates surrounding Israel, antisemitism and politics. He featured "Nicholas the Zionist" challenging Mehdi Hasan's remarks on Israel and Gaza, examined questions surrounding who knew about the October 7 attacks and discussed Florida's midterm...
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Mamdani, Antisemitism and the Future of Israel
Recorded on October 15, 2026: This episode examined Mayor Mamdani's claim to want to help Jews fight antisemitism but has lobbied accusations against Israel, including his claims of genocide in Gaza before the war began. Mike also explored the complex history of Israel, Gaza and the Palestinians....
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The Rising Tide: Understanding Modern Antisemitism
Prerecorded for the week of October 5, 2026: Antisemitism isn't simply a historical problem — it is a present-day threat that is changing how Jews live, worship, educate their children and participate in public life. In this special episode, Mike examined the rising tide of antisemitism, what is...
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The Genocide Accusation Against Israel
Prerecorded for the week of September 28, 2026: In this special episode of The Third Opinion Podcast, Mike took an in-depth look at the accusation that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza and examined the history and implications of the blood libel accusation against Israel and Jews. The…
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Macklemore to NAZA: Art, War and Antisemitism
Recorded on September 22, 2026: Laureen and Mike discuss the growing intersection of entertainment, politics, Israel and antisemitism, beginning with the controversy surrounding Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour, scheduled to come to Raymond James Stadium on November 7. Macklemore was removed from the U.S....
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From Gaza to Iran: Where Does This End?
Recorded on September 15, 2026: The podcast focused on the increasingly strained relationship between Britain, Israel and the Jewish community, including Britain's decision to impose sanctions related to Israeli settlements in the West Bank. Mike and Laureeen also examined Bill Maher's argument...
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Florida Politics, Israel and a Nation on Alert
Recorded on September 7, 2026: The episode opens with a Rosh Hashanah greeting and a thoughtful explanation from Laureen about the meaning and purpose of blowing the shofar. The conversation then turns to American politics, the midterm elections, and the debate over whether Israel is losing…
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25 Years Later: September 11, October 7 & the War We're Still Fighting
Recorded on August 31, 2026: Mike and Laureen examined a changing political and security landscape in North America and the Middle East. They discussed the growing presence of strongly anti-Israel positions in American politics in the aftermath of the primaries, including the recent Michigan...
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When Sanctions Aren't Enough: Iran, Turkey and the Next Middle East Flashpoint
Recorded on August 24, 2026: The war in Iran appears to have reached a dangerous stalemate, raising a critical question: Can economic pressure succeed where military action has not? Mike and Laureen discuss the latest sanctions and economic boycott against Iran and ask what the Islamic...
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Peace Plans, War Strategies and a Changing Middle East
Recorded on August 17, 2026: Mike and Laureen look at a Middle East in flux, beginning with the latest U.S.-backed peace proposal for Gaza and the growing obstacles to getting a deal across the finish line. They examine whether there is a realistic path forward when both sides remain unwilling to...
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Antisemitism, Gaza and the Search for a Way Forward
Recorded August 10, 2026: Mike and Laureen continue their discussion about the growing political divide surrounding Israel, antisemitism and the Democratic Party. They are joined by University of South Florida Professor Cody Levine, an Israel Institute Fellow and former Israel Defense Forces...
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Peace Plans, War Plans and Rising Antisemitism
Recorded on August 4, 2026: As uncertainty continues to surround the conflict with Iran, Mike examines the mixed signals coming from Washington and the Middle East. Reports indicate President Trump has authorized new military strikes against Iran that could begin within days, even as diplomatic...
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The Iran War, Nuclear Ambitions and a Dangerous Word
Recorded on July 26, 2026: This week, Mike continues coverage of the ongoing war involving Iran, examining the conflicting messages coming from the White House about whether the war is over, whether the United States plans to avoid further escalation, or whether negotiations could resume. With...
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A War Won? Trump's Options, Iran's Damage and the Politics of "Genocide"
Recorded on July 21, 2026: This week's conversation covers the latest developments in the war with Iran, including the deaths of 17 Americans and growing questions about the true scope of the injuries and damage caused by Iranian attacks. While President Trump says the war has been won, what...
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War with Iran, Rising Antisemitism and the Road to November
Show recorded on July 13th, 2026: This week on The Third Opinion, Mike and Laureen examine the latest developments in the conflict involving Iran and ask whether the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the United States and Iran still has any real significance as tensions...
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Faith, Freedom, and Security: Debating Israel, Iran and Religious Liberty
Show recorded on July 6, 2026: This week on The Third Opinion, Mike and Laureen tackle several timely issues at the intersection of politics, religion and national security. The conversation centers on the recent Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by the United States and Iran. Mike and...
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Iran Negotiations and New York's Political Shift: What It Means for Israel
Show recorded on June 29, 2026: This week on The Third Opinion, Mike and Laureen examine the results of New York's Democratic primary elections, where five Democratic Socialists were elected and concerns over several candidates' anti-Israel positions, the influence of New York City Mayor Zohran...
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The Iran Memorandum of Understanding: What Does the Deal Really Mean?
Show recorded June 23, 2026: This week on The Third Opinion, Mike and Laureen take a deep dive into the evolving Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Iran as more details emerge about what the agreement actually entails. They examine whether the MOU simply serves as a letter of intent or...
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From Tampa to Tehran: Antisemitism, Arrests and a Fragile Peace
Show recorded on June 15, 2026: This week on The Third Opinion, Mike and Laureen continue their coverage of the controversy surrounding Ye (Kanye West) and his upcoming concerts in Tampa later this month. The discussion includes highlights from a bipartisan press conference held on June 15 at the...
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Kanye, Ceasefires and Consequences
Show recorded June 8, 2026: In this episode, Mike and Laureen examine the controversy surrounding Ye/Kanye West's upcoming sold-out concerts at Raymond James Stadium and ask whether his past antisemitic rhetoric should prompt calls for cancellation. They discuss whether West's public apology is...
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Inside the Latest Efforts to End the Iran Conflict
Show recorded on June 2, 2026: This week, the show's focus remains on the uncertain, on-again, off-again efforts to secure a ceasefire and broader agreement with Iran. Mike examines why negotiations have stalled and what challenges continue to stand in the way of a deal that could bring an end to...
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The U.S. – Iran MOU: What's Real, What's Rumored and What Comes Next?
Show recorded on May 26, 2026: Mike and Laureen continue examining the fast-moving and fluid developments unfolding in the war with Iran. The hosts discuss the newly announced memorandum of understanding (MOU), focusing on the uncertainty surrounding what the agreement actually includes and what...
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CENTCOM, Iran and the Media Battle Over the War: Mission Accomplished?
In this episode, Mike and Laureen examine the war involving Iran and the debate over America's role in the conflict. They discuss CENTCOM testimony from Admiral Brad Cooper defending Operation Epic Fury as a necessary mission that successfully weakened Iran's ability to threaten U.S. interests…
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Strait of Hormuz Under Pressure as Iran Conflict Reshapes the Middle East
Mike and Laureen examine Iran's remaining military capabilities, including the status of its ballistic missile program and nuclear ambitions. They debate whether Americans support the conflict, the broader geopolitical stakes and the rise in antisemitism across the United States amid escalating...
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Iran Escalation, NYC Controversy and Britain's Antisemitism Crisis
Show recorded on May 5, 2026: This week, Mike and Laureen continued their in-depth coverage of the escalating conflict with Iran, examining where the war stands now, growing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and the potential impact on global oil markets and gas prices. The hosts also discuss...
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The War That Pays: Why Iran May Not Want Peace
Show recorded on April 27, 2026: Mike unpacked the week's most urgent and controversial headlines, starting with the shocking shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. He then turned to the growing influence of Christian nationalism, arguing it poses a threat to Jewish...
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Hormuz on Edge: Crisis, Ceasefires and Consequences
Show recorded on April 20, 2026: As tensions with Iran dominate global headlines, Mike and Laureen unpack the volatile back-and-forth over the Strait of Hormuz and what it signals about fragile negotiations and regional power dynamics. The hosts weigh the risks of deeper U.S. military involvement...
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Two Views, One Conflict: America's Role in Iran — Success or Failure?
This week, Mike and Laureen open by reflecting on ceremonies at Yad Vashem in commemoration Holocaust Remembrance Day and the importance of preserving survivor stories. Then the hosts explore the Iran conflict through two opposing perspectives — one praising U.S. strategy, the other calling it a...
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Beyond the Battlefield: How Iran's Internal Divisions Could Decide the War
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Clashing Views on the War: Victory, Vulnerability and the Fight for Truth
Show recorded on March 31, 2026: This episode explores sharply contrasting perspectives on the escalating conflict involving Israel and Iran, featuring voices who argue the war effort is succeeding alongside others who warn that Iran may be gaining the upper hand. From a military perspective,...
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Power and Persistence: Why Iran Isn't Backing Down
Show recorded March 24, 2026: The hosts examine the successes and setbacks of U.S. involvement in Iran. TBN Israel's Yair Pinto and Mati Soshani analyze the administration's on-again, off-again approach, alongside a briefing clip from Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine detailing efforts to...
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Flashpoints Abroad, Fallout at Home
Show recorded on March 16, 2026: This week's episode unpacks why reopening the Strait of Hormuz is far more complex than it appears — and how disruptions there could send shockwaves through the global economy. Hosted by Andrew Chang of the Canadian Broadcasting System, the discussion features…
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War with Iran and the Politics of Antisemitism
Show recorded on March 9, 2026: In this episode, Mike examined the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran and its wider implications. He highlighted insights from Behnam Ben Taleblu of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies on The Morning Wire, with Jon Bickley, who discussed...
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Celebration, Chaos and Consequences: The Iran Strike Through a Modern-Day Purim Lens
Recorded on March 2, 2026: This week's episode confronts one of the most consequential geopolitical developments in recent memory: the joint U.S. and Israeli strike on Iran. While Mike and Laureen find common ground on several key points, they engage in a spirited and at times heated debate over...
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Gold, Silver and Geopolitics: A Packed Week on the Global Stage
Show recorded on February 23, 2026: Mike opens the show noting the rising number of U.S. troops and aircraft near Iran. Fox's Josh Breslow interviews Ben Cohn of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, who warns a U.S. strike on Iran may be imminent. We go to a House Judiciary Subcommittee on...
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Shul Runnings: Ice Tracks, Identity and Israeli Pride
Show recorded on 2.16.26: This week, Mike dives into stories shaping Israel's identity at home and abroad. Aylana Meisel-Diament, former Executive Director of the Israel Law and Liberty Forum, breaks down the significant and controversial policy shift in renaming of Judea & Samaria and non-Arabs...
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Public Health, Public Controversy: Antisemitism Debates from NYC to the UN
Show recorded on 2.9.26: This week's episode examines a series of developments shaping the national conversation around antisemitism, public policy, and Jewish identity. In New York City, Mayor Mamdani's administration is drawing scrutiny as the NYC Department of Health convenes a "Global...
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Day 843: The Hostage Clock Stops as Headlines Escalate
Show recorded 2.3.26: Hosts Mike and Laureen break down the week's top headlines, beginning with the solemn moment the hostage watch clock stopped on day 843 following the return of the remains of Ran G'vili to Israel. They examine the IDF's report citing 73,000 fighter deaths in Gaza, and the...
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Media Bias, Middle East Alliances and Unprecedented Change
This week's episode covers major developments shaping Israel and the region: the return of Ron Gvili's remains to Israel, the reopening of the Rafah crossing, and growing alarm over worsening conditions in Iran amid reports of 30,000 deaths tied to an attempted overthrow of its antisemitic…
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From Tehran to the U.S.: Protest, Oppression and Rising Antisemitism
As Iran dominates global headlines, this episode looks inside the country's growing unrest against the Islamic Republic. Podcaster Barak Schwartz shares the words of an Iranian woman who criticizes activists chanting "Free Palestine" while ignoring Iran's brutal oppression. The show also features…
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A Week of Fire, Protests and Power Plays
Mike and Laureen break down the major U.S. and international stories shaping the week, examining the arson attack on a 160-year-old synagogue in Mississippi, where Torah scrolls were burned, but a Holocaust Torah survived. The hosts also discuss a pro-Hamas protest held outside a Queens, New York...
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Examining Christian Nationalism and Doctors Without Borders in Gaza
Show recorded on 1/5/26: This week's show opens with a look at NYC Mayor Mamdani's first week in office and actions taken that make it a less safe place for Jews. Mike and Laureen examine the growing push for Christian Nationalism and its implications for Jewish communities, featuring Wall Street...
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Facts, Fiction and Fear: Israel, Antisemitism and the Battle for Truth
A powerful clip from Beginning Within's Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein examines a revealing exchange between Penn State University's Sam Richards and his students during a lecture asserting that "Palestine did not exist 200 years ago," a claim that stunned students who view it as their ancestral homeland....
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A Light Against the Darkness: Chanukah, Terror Plots and Jewish Resilience
Recorded on December 22: Mike and Laureen reflect on the eight days of Chanukah and what it means for the Jewish community to be a light in a darkening world. From 18,000 people gathering at Brooklyn's Barclays Center to massive Chanukah solidarity events in Amsterdam and controversy in London as...
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When Celebration Turns to Terror: The Bondi Beach Attack
Recorded December 15, 2025: Mike and Laureen dedicate this episode to the violent antisemitic attack targeting Australia's Jewish community during a Chanukah gathering at Bondi Beach. The show includes excerpts from Australian television coverage and firsthand witness accounts as events unfolded....
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Eurovision Fallout, NYC BDS Ban and the Clooney Controversy
This week, Mike and Laureen remember beloved Rabbi Gary Klein (z"l) and examine Hamas' refusal to honor a disarmament agreement. They unpack George Clooney's offhand comments about Amal Clooney's involvement in drafting the Muslim Brotherhood's constitution, an organization recently designated as…
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Rebuilding Gaza, Revisiting History and the Rise of AI Nonsense
Week of 12/1/25: This week on the show features an in-depth conversation with "The Economist's" Middle East reporter Gregg Carlstrom and correspondent Rosie Blau, who explain why Gaza is unlikely to be rebuilt any time soon and explore various plans for overcoming barriers. The hosts discuss…
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Palestinian Persistence, Terror Financing and the Ideological Fight on American Soil
Week of 11/24/25: Mike and Laureen break down the recent high-profile Oval Office meeting between NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and President Trump, focusing not just on what was discussed, but what was left unsaid. The episode features a compelling clip from political commentator Ken LaCorte…
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From Capitol Hill to New York to Gaza: Political Shift, Viral Disinformation and the Rise of Hate
This week, Mike and Laureen dive deep into the recent election of Zohran Mamdani and the immediate, alarming warnings that followed, suggesting this political shift could place New York's Jewish community in danger and on high alert. A special interview with Maor Elbaz-Starinsky, the former…
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From NYC to Gaza: The Rising Wave of Antisemitism and Political Polarization
This week, the hosts tackle the fallout from Zohran Mamdani's election in NYC and the controversy over CAIR's support. Jewish leaders including Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch and Amb. Michael Oren and voices including Sen. Ted Cruz and commentator Ben Shapiro warn of growing threats, as the ADL and AJC...
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