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Unpacking the Crisis in Israel and Brainstorming Solutions

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 27:52


Why is the crisis in Israel so deep and unprecedented? Why is it getting worse? Why is Israel quickly approaching a constitutional crisis? And who and what can stop it? Shanni and David discuss the issue on everyone's lips-- but don't worry, they also talk about the upcoming Season 4 of their favorite show, "Succession." Shabbat shalom!   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!

Hindus and Jews on the American Dream

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 58:22


David Brog and Dr Mihir Meghani discuss a growing Hindu-Jewish alliance in America, the commonalities between the two ancient civilizations, and a shared love for the American dream. Topics:  Fighting BDS on campus Hindu experience in America Bond between India and Israel Threats to American future A new coalition for the American Dream   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!

Can One Word Make a Huge Difference?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2023 45:23


Shanni and David discuss the power of words, in comedy and in life, and get into a spirited debate on the value of engaging in the culture wars. Topic List: HBO's Crashing Stand up comedy Chris Rock's new Netflix special  The Jewish laws on donating organs  Jewish medical ethics Identity politics Jordan Peterson  The Oscars This week's Jewish Journal print issue The events mentioned in today's episode: Good Showbiz: A Solo Show by Eli Leonard LA Premiere of "AMERICA" the Israeli hit feature   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!    

Is There a Secret to Happiness?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 32:16


Shanni and David discuss this week's JJ cover story on happiness, and veer off into other subjects like Jewish identity, living a life of purpose, the fun of the ad business, and the merits of diversity, among many others.   Topic List: Happiness and how to achieve it Suissa Miller and the ad industry Diversity hiring and meritocracies  This week's Jewish Journal print issue Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!

From Comedy Festival to Shootings on Pico

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 27:51


In this latest episode of L'Dor V'Dor, Shanni and David go through an eventful week, from the Chosen Comedy Festival to the shootings on Pico to the eerie wonders of Chat-Gpt to why Jews are so obsessed with food to a crucial Zoom debate on judicial reforms this Sunday to a recap of the print issue, and lots more!   Topic List: The shootings on Pico The Chosen Comedy Festival Chat GPT The Jewish obsession with food "Crashing" and "The Good Place" This week's print issue Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! 

Can ChatGPT write a Jewish Journal column?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 49:30


In the first episode of the "'L'dor V'dor" podcast, Shanni and David clash on a few things and agree on a few others. Topic List: Joe Rogan's recent antisemitic comments Netflix's You People with Jonah Hill and Julia Louis-Dreyfus Anti-Israel speakers at Princeton University  AI Softwares and ChatGPT The earthquake in Turkey The latest Jewish Journal print issue Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   

Interview with Masa: More than one Israel

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 49:05


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Ofer Gutman, CEO of Masa Israel Journey, talks about the ups and downs of the complicated but vibrant Israel experience.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. You can check out Shanni's new show here!

"Boredom is the biggest threat to Judaism"-- Rabbi Steve Leder

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 66:09


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! In conversation with rabbi and author Steve Leder, on the meaning of regret, the power of the word "boredom" and his new bestselling book, "For You When I'm Gone."   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. You can check out Shanni's new show here!

"Palestinians Can Be As Successful as Israelis"--Jason Greenblatt

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 39:55


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Former peace envoy Jason Greenblatt discusses his new book, "In the Path of Abraham," including the inside story of the Abraham Accords and why the Palestinian conflict is so intractable.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. You can check out Shanni's new show here!

Depp--Heard Trial, Gun Madness and Shavuot

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 26:13


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! David and Shanni weigh in on some difficult topics, and why Shavuot is such a special holiday.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. You can check out Shanni's new show here!

Can you grow sustainable, delicious meat in a lab?

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 43:14


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! In conversation with Yaky Yanay, CEO of Pluristem Therapeutics, an Israeli biotech firm that is pioneering cell technology, with applications for medical care and creating food products like sustainable, lab-grown meat.  Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. You can check out Shanni's new show here!

Honoring our Grandparents at the Seder Table

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 20:46


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! In this special Passover episode, David and Shanni discuss the value of honoring our direct ancestors, and share a few stories. Happy Passover! Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. You can check out Shanni's new show here!

How Can One Man Create So Much Destruction?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 31:58


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms! Does Vladimir Putin have any limits to the devastation he's inflicting on Ukraine? Can Prime Minister Bennett help bring about a ceasefire? Is Zelensky the most popular man on the planet? Are we really done with masks? These and other hot topics on this week's episode of Conversations with Shanni.  Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. You can check out Shanni's new show here!

Nir Barkat Has Some Big Ideas

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 35:40


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   He was mayor of Jerusalem for 10 years and is now a leading Knesset member of the Likud party. How to deal with Iranian and Russian aggression? With the intractable Palestinian conflict? With the flood of Ukranian refugees? Former high tech entrepreneur Nir Barkat shares his big ideas on these and other big issues.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.    You can check out Shanni's new show here!    

UFC 272: Reflections on a wildly entertaining weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 29:59


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   David asks Shanni about her recent trip to Las Vegas to cover UFC 272. They discuss the growth of the UFC, the differences between boxing and mixed martial arts, how the organization persevered through covid, all the live UFC 272 coverage and so much more.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.    You can check out Shanni's new show here!    

Could the War in Ukraine Have Been Prevented?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 37:17


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   Why did the world fail to prevent the war in Ukraine? What will be the repercussions and who will pay the biggest price? Is Web 3 the future of the internet? Does technology lead us or is it the other way around? An amazing school for kids with special needs, and much more in this latest episode of "Conversations with Shanni."   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.    You can check out Shanni's new show here!  

Can a Super Bowl end racism?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 45:12


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   How far should professional sports go in promoting social causes? Was the Super Bowl halftime show the best ever? Why do people still love LA? What is really going on behind the Russia--Ukraine--US crisis? And much more in this week's episode of "Conversations with Shanni."    Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.    You can check out Shanni's new show here!  

Unpacking the Joe Rogan Brouhaha

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 47:45


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   Where should we draw the line with censorship of public voices? Can the Super Bowl help us achieve our goals? Will Whoopi Goldberg accept the invitation to film The View at the Museum of Tolerance? And do we need a Good News Network? We discuss those burning issues and many others.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.    You can check out Shanni's new show here!    

Unpacking the Whoopi Goldberg Scandal and the Issue of Race

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 43:13


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   What does race really mean? Were Whoopi's comments antisemitic? Did she deserve to be suspended? We discuss those burning questions and plenty of others, including arguably the best movie of the year-- from Japan.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.    You can check out Shanni's new show here!

What's the Biggest Mistake we Made with COVID?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 41:16


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   Why was there no Warp Speed for therapeutics? Is there a vaccine for antisemitism? Can we return to a happy middle after all this woke overcorrection? And where can you find a kosher tailgate party? Tune in for another lively episode of Conversations with Shanni.     Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.    You can check out Shanni's new show here!  

Do Jew Haters Deserve to See Us Afraid?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 33:53


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   Does it help the fight against antisemitism to show the haters your fears? In the wake of the latest attack in Colleyville, David and Shanni discuss the world's reactions and the pros and cons of dealing with this ancient disease. And of course, COVID and Curb make an appearance.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.   

Why did Curb not play up COVID?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 50:31


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   Who's panicking about Omicron and who isn't? Why did Curb not play up COVID? Are European shows better than American shows? Is there such a thing as an amazing frozen pizza? Are cops going easier on the smaller stuff? That and much more on this new episode of "Conversations with Shanni."   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.   

How Scared Should We Be of Omicron?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 47:16


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   David and Shanni discuss what's on everyone's mind these days, as well as plenty of other things, like the power of art to improve mental health, Betty White's passing, West Side Story and lots more.    Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. 

Rising Crime, Jewish Pride, Elon Gold and Lots More

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 38:07


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   In this episode, David and Shanni weigh in on the IAC conference, the latest episode of Succession, the backlash against rising crime, Elon Musk as Time's Person of the Year, picking laughter over fear, an amazing song by Ed Sheeran, and more juicy stuff.    Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.   

New York is Back-- Sort Of

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 25:02


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   David calls in from New York and discusses how the Big Apple is coming back from the pandemic, the rise in crime in Los Angeles and this week's Jewish Journal cover story featuring Aomar Boum.    Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. 

Too Much to Talk About-- Including Curb

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 49:40


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   In this new episode of "Conversations with Shanni," David and Shanni can't decide what to talk about, so they try everything.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. 

Thanksgiving, Curb, Hanukkah and the Drama of Life

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 42:07


Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast platforms!   In this new episode of "Conversations with Shanni," Boomer Dad and Millennial daughter weigh in on corny Thanksgiving, the value of drama, the light of Hanukkah, fake integrity, and why they don't see Curb the same way.    Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.   

The Obsession with 'Succession,' 'Ted Lasso' and 'Curb'-- Unpacked

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 37:29


In the second episode of "Conversations with Shanni," we explore why certain shows get so much buzz, and dive into the wild, new world of Crypto currency and NFT's. Available on all podcast platforms!   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.   

Are Sweat Pants the Biggest Threat to the Jewish Future?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 50:04


A Boomer and a Millennial go at it-- and sparks fly. In the kickoff episode of Season 4 of the David Suissa Podcast, titled "Conversations with Shanni," David and his twentysomething daughter wonder why the world seems to be going out of control, and whether sweat pants are the biggest threat to the Jewish future.   Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram & Shanni Suissa on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. 

Curious Times Episode 42: The Changing World of Senior Care

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 30:21


A conversation with Dale Surowitz, CEO and President of the Los Angeles Jewish Home. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Why Are Jews So Charitable?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 20:21


Fresh insights on the weekly Torah portion by Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz and Matthew Schultz. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Why Can't We Talk About Death?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2021 69:14


A conversation with Kimber Sax of Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries on life's most difficult subject. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Michael Held Talks About His Life's Mission: a Village

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 44:43


A Village project to help people with disabilities, the holiday of love, a tribute to Ruth Pearl and this week's Torah portion. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

What New Tests Are We Facing Now?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 27:32


Reflections on the new times we're in, some of the hot issues, and this week's Torah portion. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Can we have non-partisan conversations?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2021 24:35


Reflections on two recent articles on Critical Race Theory, and this week's Torah portion. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

What are the boundaries of change in the Torah tradition?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 20:33


A roundup of the latest news and a meditation on this week's Torah portion. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Halie Soifer On Jewish Values in Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2021 61:58


A conversation with the CEO of the Jewish Democratic Council of America.  Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

TikTok Executive Discovers Jewish Wisdom

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 66:57


Michal Oshman discusses her new book, "What Would You Do If You Weren't Afraid?" Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Emergency Podcast: Michael Oren on the Political Crisis in Israel

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2021 54:45


The former ambassador discusses the rise of a new coalition in Israel, as well as his new novel and the Israel 2048 project.   Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Against All Odds, a New Coalition Arises in Israel

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 23:55


Reflections on the changes in Israel, the rise of antisemitism and this week's Torah portion. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

When Haters Hide the Lovers

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 13:40


Reflections on the noise of hate and this week's Torah portion. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

How Do We Explain the Rise in Antisemitism?

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 16:36


Reflections on the world's oldest hatred, and commentary on this week's Torah portion. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Is there light in the darkness of war?

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 40:34


Masa leader Ofer Gutman on building deep  relationships between Diaspora Jews and Israel. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

A Week With Overwhelming Emotions

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 14:42


On the turmoil in Israel, honoring the Meron victims, and this week's Torah portion. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Israel Under Attack: Emergency Podcast with Shmuel Rosner

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 40:36


The very latest on the crisis in Israel with Jewish Journal political analyst Shmuel Rosner.  Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Jonah Sanderson on Jewish Renewal and Suicide Prevention

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 31:20


A conversation on overcoming obstacles and finding renewal in Judaism. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Honoring the Meron 45

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 15:58


Thoughts on a global candle lighting ceremony to honor the 45 victims of Mount Meron. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Mourning the Meron Tragedy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 13:12


Reflections on the Meron tragedy and a commentary by Shmuel Rosner. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

A Trial for Halimi and a Beautiful Story

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 12:35


Three stories on my mind: Halimi, an Israeli miracle, and a community story. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

A 76-Year Reunion and a Jewish Take on Earth Day

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021 17:50


Reflections on notable stores and a difficult Torah portion.   Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

A few gifts for Israel's birthday and the weekly Torah portion

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 15:15


Reflections from Rabbi Adam Kligfeld and Matthew Schultz. Enjoy the conversation. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Follow David Suissa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

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