Podcasts about Blum

Chris Williams and Brent Blum kick off crossover season as Iowa State is set to take on Crighton in a scrimmage Friday night. Where should expectations be? Taking a look at the Big 12 slate, ranking non-con basketball games, and more questions from the mailbag. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What makes the new Gaza peace plan different from all previous peace plans? In this week's episode of “Israel Undiplomatic,” senior contributing editor at JNS Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister's Office—analyze President Donald Trump's bold new peace initiative, the release of the final Israeli hostages and the reactions across Israel's political spectrum. Most importantly, they reveal what makes the peace plan that freed the last remaining living hostages in Gaza this past Monday fundamentally different from all previous Middle East peace efforts. Blum and Regev then explore how Trump's coordination with Prime Minister Netanyahu and Israeli envoy Ron Dermer shaped the plan from the inside, and how Trump's unconventional pressure tactics on Qatar, Turkey and other Arab states made compliance possible. Finally, this episode wouldn't be complete without covering the most talked-about moment of the week: Trump's monumental Knesset address. They examine his powerful message of “peace through strength,” his open defense of Israel's right to finish the war and his stunning declaration that the Oct. 7 attacks would never have happened if he were still president.

In this week's episode, we are speaking with Deborah Blum, environmental journalist, Pulitzer-prize winning science writer and science columnist. Let me explain why we have asked Deborah to join us. In 1962, American marine biologist, science writer, and conservationist Rachel Carson writes a pivotal book in our history, titled Silent Spring, which skillfully lays out the very real life scenario of how and where poisonous chemicals and controls, like DDT, were created and distributed by the US government in hand with major chemical companies and were used in agricultural fields, orchards, and private homeowners.What consumers didn't know at the time was that chemicals like DDT were doing immeasurable and great harm to animals, ecosystems, and humans. We have asked Deborah Blum to speak with us about Rachel Carson because of Blum's extensive qualifications as a science writer, and for the fact that she only just recently retired as the Director of the Knight Science Journalism program at MIT, and has specialised in toxicology for the last 15 years, writing about poisons and pesticides in our everyday lives.Time Stamps:Intro: 00:15Interview: 9:40TA: 55:50Show Notes:⁠https://deborahblum.com/⁠PBS with Blum featured⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeJNRaE11A0⁠A short film on Rachel Carson⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezVEzCmiXM4⁠

Chris Williams and Brent Blum dissect Iowa State's road loss at Colorado. Why is the offense continuously stalling out in the red zone? Is it fixable? Guessing the point spreads. Reacting to Penn State firing James Franklin and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's program: Sarah Holliday, Reporter for the Washington Stand, with unfolding news on the Israel-Hamas deal, Day 9 of the Government Shutdown, and the Whitehouse Antifa roundtable conference. Andrew Clyde, U.S. Representative for Georgia's

On this spooky season edition, join us for the Filipino legend of the Aswang, and the CIA agent who used it as psychological warfare!Sources:Clark, Jordan. “The Maximo Ramos Taxonomical Classifications of the Aswang • the ASWANG PROJECT.” THE ASWANG PROJECT, 1 Oct. 2023, www.aswangproject.com/ramos_aswang/.Blum, William. Killing Hope: US Military and CIA Interventions since World War II. London, Zed Books, 2014.Boot, Max. The Road Not Taken: Edward Lansdale and the American Tragedy in Vietnam. Liveright Publishing, 9 Jan. 2018.‌Lansdale, Edward Geary. In the Midst of Wars: An American's Mission to Southeast Asia. New York, Fordham University Press, 1991.‌

Chris Williams & Brent Blum break down scenarios in the Big 12 this week that are good and bad for Iowa State. What to expect from Colorado? Plus, it's men's basketball media day at Iowa State. Touching on hoops as well, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We Have An Update On A Horrible Accident Involving A Car And A Deer, Ruthie Blum Is With Us On This Commemoration Day Of October 7 2023, What Is Your Escape From The Everyday Stresses Of Life And Making International News For Raising The Chinees Flag At City Hall

EP62 features a discussion between Dr E and Dr. Jenna Blum, a lead Clinical Psychologist at the SMart Center and the Director of the SMart Center's growing general mental health department, Counseling & Assessments.In this episode, Dr. E and Dr. Jenna discuss how to encourage decision making, the importance of fostering self-help skills, developing your child's problem-solving skills and more.Dr. E and Dr. Jenna Blum discuss strategies for empowering teens and young adults to boost their independence and confidence.--Chapters: (3:41) The Role of Parents in Supporting Independence(9:47) Setting Personal Goals for Teens(22:13) Time Management and Independence(31:21) The Importance of Decision Making(38:50) Fostering Independence and Financial Literacy- Ask Dr. E a question of your own! Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum Explore our SMart Center success stories! Get started at the SMart Center Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube Learn more about our SM in the School self-paced online course, eligible for 5.5 continuing education credits.Learn more about CommuniCamp, our 3+ day intensive group treatment and ALL DAY parent training & support programReference Handout discussed during episode: https://selectivemutismcenter.org/fostering-independence-in-elementary-aged-children/ - For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠

Chris Williams and Brent Blum analyze Iowa State's 38-30 loss at Cincinnati. What can the Cyclones do to bounce back next week at Colorado? How good is Colorado? Guessing the point spreads and more presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julien Rappeneau signait en 2016, avec Rosalie Blum, un premier film tendre et surprenant, où s'entrelacent humour, émotions et liens humains.

Ron Blum joins JR to talk all things MLB including the future of the MLB's salary cap, the World Series favorites, and much more!

Join us with Coach Blum and Coach McFadden as we wrap up week 6 against Loudonville, and head into week 7 with Cardington.

Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to the news of Jontez Williams being sidelined for the season. Who's the next man up? Diving into the Cincinnati matchup, the Big 12 slate, and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Episode 200 we flip the script, and Pete Taylor takes over as the host, putting your regular host myself, Josh into the hot seat. We dive into the backstory how the Trail EAffect Podcast came to be, a mistake or two that I've made along the way along with a whole bunch of other topics that Pete had. Topics Include: The Driftless Dirt / Trail EAffect Podcasts Backstory Why Start Trail EAffect Where has Trail EAffect taken me Biggest Surprises and Mistakes Highlights from the show Difficulties that have come with the podcast Monetization of the show Scheduling of the shows, and time invested into the show Becoming proficient at podcasting, audio and editing Give advice, things I've learned through this journey The value of Trail Planning and Design Advice to Trail Organizations who may be lacking funding Favorite places / Little Gems for trail communities What does the future of dirt look like Thoughts on “expired” golf courses The future of dirt What's next What Josh looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Vernon Trails: https://vernontrails.com/ Bluedog Cycles: https://www.bluedogcycles.com/ Pertnear 20 Mountain Bike Race: https://www.bluedogcycles.com/pertnear-20-2022   Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith's Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com   Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services

Chris Williams & Brent Blum recap Iowa State's 39-14 win over Arizona. Iowa State travels to Cincinnati on Saturday and will be an underdog on the road. Talking this week in the Big 12, Iowa State's injury situation and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1936. En France – entre crise économique et menaces de guerre – s'ouvre une parenthèse. C'est le Front Populaire, l'alliance de gauche qui a secoué le pays en un temps record. Des ouvriers occupent leurs usines, des bals s'improvisent et, pour la première fois, des millions de familles françaises découvrent la mer ou la montagne grâce à une mesure révolutionnaire : les congés payés.Mais derrière cette euphorie se cachent des tensions féroces et un destin tragique. Comment cette coalition a-t-elle pu soulever autant d'espoirs immenses ? Quelles ont été ses grandes réformes sociales et pourquoi l'expérience a-t-elle finalement échoué ? Découvrez l'histoire complexe du Front Populaire et l'héritage qu'il a laissé à la France contemporaine.#3ème #Terminale***T'as qui en Histoire ? * : le podcast qui te fait aimer l'Histoire ?Pour rafraîchir ses connaissances, réviser le brevet, le bac, ses leçons, apprendre et découvrir des sujets d'Histoire (collège, lycée, université)***✉️ Contact: tasquienhistoire@gmail.com*** Sur les réseaux sociaux ***Instagram : @tasquienhistoireTiktok : @tasquienhistoire Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/TasQuiEnHistoireX (Twitter) : @AsHistoire *** Crédits sonores ***Track: Crossing the UniverseMusic by https://www.fiftysounds.comINALe Front populaire raconté par un témoinhttps://www.ina.fr/ina-eclaire-actu/video/i22293458/le-front-populaire-raconte-par-un-temoin Léon Blum : constitution du gouvernement de Front populairehttps://www.ina.fr/ina-eclaire-actu/audio/phd85007844/leon-blum-constitution-du-gouvernement-de-front-populaire Témoignage de Madame Boissière sur ses premiers congés payés en 1936https://www.ina.fr/ina-eclaire-actu/video/i20356570/temoignage-de-madame-boissiere-sur-ses-premiers-conges-payes-en-1936Charles Trenet - Y'a d'la joie (live)@Paul Joneshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8oXHuPuBUMTrack: EveningMusic by https://www.fiftysounds.comHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

In this episode of FinTech Layer Cake, Reggie Young sits down with Ariel Blum, Founder of Receive, to unpack the challenges of small business cash flow and why “earned revenue access” could transform how SMBs operate. Ariel shares his journey from watching his parents struggle with delayed payments, to working at Amex, Green Dot, and Melio, to ultimately founding Receive. They explore the future of embedded finance, fintech's shift from “hot or not” to “essential,” and how solving cash flow timing mismatches could unlock massive opportunities for the 33 million small businesses in the U.S. and beyond.

Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to Tamin Lipsey's injury before getting into the firing of Mike Gundy at Oklahoma State. Taking a look at Arizona and this week's Big 12 slate, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum react to all of the happenings from this weekend in Big 12 football. Texas Tech made a statement in Utah. The guys discuss why it's good for the league if the Red Raiders stay hot. Plus, Mike Gundy's downfall continues. What should Oklahoma State do about it? Some hits on Iowa State / Arizona, plus guessing the point spreads, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum take advantage of the bye week to dive into CW's Big 12 Power Rankings before going down a rabbit hole of where ISU transfers landed and how they're doing. All this and more presented by Mechdyne! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of “Israel Undiplomatic,” former Israeli Ambassador to the UK Mark Regev and senior JNS editor Ruthie Blum—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office— break down Israel's dramatic ground incursion into Gaza City, Hamas's last stronghold. With Israeli forces advancing, civilians fleeing and Hamas reportedly firing on its own people to keep them in place, the war enters a deadly and decisive phase. At the same time, the diplomatic front is just as volatile. Following controversy over Israel's covert strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio arrives in Israel to signal strong American support. His visit includes a symbolic moment at the Western Wall with Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ambassador Mike Huckabee, and a sharp rebuke of Hamas' hostage tactics. Regev and Blum dig into the geopolitical fallout: Is the U.S.-Israel alliance as strong as ever or are cracks beginning to show? What message did the Qatar strike send to terrorist sponsors worldwide? And is the West, especially leftist governments and media, fueling extremism through appeasement? This episode also explores the ideological battle raging in Western universities and media, the manipulation of Palestinian victimhood and the global spread of Islamist propaganda bankrolled by Qatar. From Gaza to DC to Doha, this is a war of weapons and narratives, and Regev and Blum expose both. With hostages still in peril, Hamas on the brink and world powers watching, the only question that remains is: Will Israel finish the job?

On Williams & Blum Sunday, Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to Iowa State's 24-16 win over Arkansas State and put a bow on the "first quarter" of the season. Then the fellas react to an undefeated day in the Big 12 and guess the point spreads. Presented by Mechdyne in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn the "Finishing Well" podcast, host Hal Habecker interviews LESLIE BLUM about the role of music in life and aging. Leslie shares her upbringing in a musical Christian home, where her father, a soloist, and her mother, a pianist, fostered her love for music. She discusses the emotional impact of music, citing major and minor chords as examples, and how music connects with the soul. Leslie emphasizes the importance of music in worship, advocating for a blend of traditional and contemporary styles to serve diverse congregations. She also reflects on the comfort music provides during life's challenges, such as grief.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God's calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that provide shared insights focused on finishing our lives well. We also recruit and train volunteers who lead and encourage small groups around the world to fulfill God's mission for them in these critically important years." - Hal Habecker Website: www.finishingwellministries.org Email us: Hal@finishingwellministries.orgFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/finishingwellministriesSupport Our Ministry: https://www.finishingwellministries.org/donateAre there biblical principles to help us understand how to finish well?Explore the Seven Essentials for Finishing Well. Learn more.Thanks for listening as we all strive to live and finish life well!

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss this weekend's Big 12 slate before getting into Matt Campbell's comments about different elements of Iowa State's offense. Where did the pop pass come from? Looking at Arkansas State and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to the Cyclones' 16-13 victory over Iowa. Is Iowa State becoming the top program in the state? Recapping a weird week for the Big 12 and what it means for the big picture. All this and more presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum take one final look at the 2025 edition of Cy-Hawk ahead of Saturday's matchup. What trends are relevant in the game? Breaking down how this game made it to the national spotlight and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. just blocked Mahmoud Abbas from the global stage. What does this mean for Israel, Hamas, and the global PR war?  In this episode of “Israel Undiplomatic,” senior contributing editor at JNS Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev, both former advisers in the Prime Minister's Office, break down the high-stakes developments shaking international diplomacy. Just days before the UN General Assembly, the U.S. State Department revoked visas for Mahmoud Abbas and the entire Palestinian Authority delegation, denying them the chance to be celebrated on the world stage. At the same time, former President Donald Trump warned that while Israel is winning the war militarily, it is losing the information war. He urged the country to finish the job quickly. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Netanyahu has mobilized thousands of IDF reservists for what could be the final offensive to dismantle Hamas's last stronghold in Gaza City. Are these events unrelated, or part of a coordinated shift in global messaging? From virtue signaling at the UN to how the terms settler and occupation are manipulated to undermine Israel, Blum and Regev dissect the narratives shaping public perception. They expose international double standards, European hypocrisy and the dangerous myths being pushed by both foreign powers and domestic critics.

“If Blumhouse is in a slump, I'd like to tell that story. I don't want other people to tell that story.”Jason Blum, The Town, July 2025In a baffling moment of industry transparency, Jason Blum called into The Town podcast on the morning after M3GAN 2.0's disastrous opening weekend in late June to discuss what went wrong. Jason is the founder and leader of the highly successful Blumhouse Productions, a movie studio that quickly rose to success in the 2010s by producing low-budget horror films. Jason is notorious for being open about the normally clandestine aspects of the moviemaking business, but The Town episode was extraordinarily illuminating and revealing. At the same time, Jason Blum was there to spin like any typical Hollywood mogul.M3GAN 2.0 opened to only 10 million dollars on its premiere weekend in late June 2025, which was under a third of what the original film opened to in 2023. The sequel will end up with a total of 39 million dollars at the box office versus the 181 million dollars of the original. Adding insult to injury, the production budget on the sequel was 25 million vs the original's 15 million, and the marketing budget for part two was certainly much higher as well. In short, M3GAN 2.0 is a huge bomb.Full Article: https://film-trace.beehiiv.com/p/the-end-of-the-blum-supremacyListen for more...

Chris Williams & Brent Blum break down all of the heavy hitters from Iowa State's 55-7 victory over South Dakota. Recapping week one of Big 12 football. Looking ahead to the 2025 Cy-Hawk game. Guessing the week 2 point spreads and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss Iowa State's matchup with South Dakota before touching on Farmageddon. The Big 12 has the opportunity to prove itself this weekend. Can they do it? All this and more presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Israel achieve total victory in Gaza and bring every hostage home, or will another shaky deal derail the war? This episode it sponsored by the American Technion Society: https://ats.org/impact/israels-security/  This episode explores the growing divide inside Israel's leadership: Prime Minister Netanyahu insists on a full takeover of Gaza City and total victory over Hamas, but opposition voices are pushing for a deal that risks leaving Hamas in power.  Senior contributing editor at JNS Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister's Office— examine President Donald Trump's latest declaration that Netanyahu is a “war hero” and his insistence that only Hamas's defeat can secure the hostages' release. The discussion also turns to international tensions. Europe and Australia are fueling Hamas's defiance with premature calls for Palestinian statehood and recognition. The shocking decision by Australia to ban Israeli MK Simcha Rothman sparks a diplomatic firestorm as antisemitic attacks spike against Australia's Jewish community. Regev and Blum also analyze how global actors, from Egypt and Qatar to European governments, are undermining Israel while claiming to act as mediators.

Chris Williams & Brent Blum are both back from Ireland. The guys analyze Iowa State's 24-21 season-opening win over Kansas State and touch on South Dakota. Plus, it's officially game week for all of college football. Guess the point spreads is back! Presented as always by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vive la inspiración y el aprendizaje en Gofest, el evento que reúne a las mentes más brillantes de la tecnología y el emprendimiento. Del 26 al 30 de agosto, disfruta de cinco días de charlas, ideas y conexiones de clase mundial que no te puedes perder.⁠⁠⁠⁠Inscríbete aquí⁠⁠⁠-Nicole Pérez es fundadora de Blum, un espacio dedicado a potenciar el autoliderazgo y el crecimiento personal. “El verdadero cambio empieza dentro de ti, cuando eliges liderarte a ti mismo.” – Nicole Pérez. En este episodio, Nicole comparte su visión sobre cómo identificar y vencer a los saboteadores internos, el poder del modelo P.E.R.M.A. para construir bienestar y la importancia de una cultura organizacional consciente. Nos cuenta cómo el autoliderazgo se convierte en la base para inspirar a otros, transformar equipos y alcanzar un propósito más allá de los resultados.-Sponsors:Visita ⁠⁠⁠⁠kinnto.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠ hoy mismo y agenda una demo personalizada y crea una experiencia de aprendizaje que tus empleados realmente amarán usar.-Links al Invitad@:Linkedin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/fedesoria/⁠⁠⁠⁠-Marcas de Tiempo:(00:00) – Intro(02:47) – El Sufrimiento como Catalizador de Crecimiento(05:42) – La Misión de Blum y el Desarrollo de Líderes(08:33) – Metodología Blum: Niveles de Liderazgo(11:32) – El Camino hacia la Creación de Blum(14:49) – Lecciones Aprendidas en el Emprendimiento(17:33) – El Efecto Pygmalion en el Liderazgo(20:27) – La Búsqueda de la Felicidad y el Significado(23:33) – Comunicación y Relaciones en el Liderazgo-Contacto:The Frye Show.com (https://thefryeshow.com/) Newsletter: https://robbiejfrye.substack.com/ Kinnto: https://www.kinnto.ai/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbiejfrye/Twitter: https://x.com/robbiejfrye/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbiejfrye/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robbiejfrye/

Jake Brend and Brent Blum give one last final preview of Iowa State's road trip to Ireland to take on Kansas State. How do the fellas feel about a Week Zero game across the pond? Touching on the CFP and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the art and passion behind Abloom, a distinctive rosé wine brand crafted by winemakers Molly Hill, Ashley Hepworth, and Sally Blum. This episode discusses their experiences from UC Davis to Napa Valley, highlighting their unique collaboration and the meticulous process of creating a high-quality rosé.  They share about their use of fermentation techniques and the thoughtful design elements that embody their brand's philosophy of flourishing and abundance. Listen as they discuss the challenges and triumphs of building a wine brand, offering a glimpse into the complexities of winemaking and the collaborative spirit that drives A'Bloom's success. Winemaking Class Offers and Show Notes for all episodes at https://www.insidewinemaking.com/ Resources from this Episode Abloom Wine https://www.abloomwine.com/ This episode is sponsored by Innovint. Wineries of all sizes rely on InnoVint's winery operating system to optimize vineyard tracking, manage wine production processes, automate compliance reporting, track costs seamlessly, and make data-driven decisions. The best part? The software is intuitive, easy to use, and mobile and offline-friendly! And with the highest-rated customer service in the industry, you're guaranteed to have a smooth transition, even right before harvest. Learn more: https://www.innovint.us/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=insidewinemaking Get a demo of the product: https://www.innovint.us/request-a-demo/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=insidewinemaking Join our free winemaking community, The Punchdown: https://www.innovint.us/join-the-punchdown/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=insidewinemaking Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.

Alan Skorski recently sat down with Ruthie Blum, former Netanyahu speechwriter and senior contributing editor at JNS, to discuss her recent column, Hasbara And The Traitors Among Us. In it, Blum highlighted examples of prominent Israelis undermining the Jewish state's image abroad — including Channel 12 anchorwoman Yonit Levy, who accused the government of a “moral failure” rather than a PR failure, and former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert, who charged Netanyahu with conducting an “illegitimate war” for personal and political gain. Alan noted that this phenomenon is not unique to Israel. “In America,” he said, “we have our own share of Jewish leftists and progressives marching alongside Hamas supporters — and some are even considering voting for an antisemitic Islamist for Mayor of New York City.” Asked why today's Jewish Israel-bashers in Israel seem more vocal and dangerous, Blum traced the trend back to the late 1970s. Until 1977, Israel's political leadership leaned left, as the country was largely socialist. But regardless of ideology, all former prime ministers and generals were hawkish on security and foreign policy. That changed, she said, when Menachem Begin's Likud Party came to power, sparking resentment among parts of the left. Unlike in America's volunteer military, Blum noted, Israel's universal draft means that left-leaning citizens serve alongside more hawkish peers — and some bring their political hostility into the public sphere. The conversation also turned to Israel's public diplomacy, or hasbara. Some have urged the government to hire a “well-financed” PR team to counter the flood of anti-Israel propaganda. But Blum argued that respected voices such as Douglas Murray, Colonel Richard Kemp, and Mosab Hassan Yousef can often deliver Israel's case more effectively than official representatives. She emphasized that the propaganda war is less about rapid rebuttals and more about the sheer numbers and funding behind “Palestinianist” messaging. Ultimately, she said, “the best PR will be victory” — defeating Hamas, rescuing hostages, and restoring security. Addressing reports from liberal outlets that IDF troops are “exhausted” after nearly two years of fighting, Blum countered that many reservists and veterans — even those with severe injuries — are eager to return to service. “They want the job finished so Hamas can never threaten Israel again,” she said. -VIN News Alan Skorski Reports 18AUG2025 - PODCAST

Jake Brend and Brent Blum react to one of Matt Campbell's best traditions before diving into team MVPs and potential breakout players for the Cyclones. Tiering the Big 12 and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend and Brent Blum discuss where Matt Campbell's legacy is at ahead of Year 10. Is it dependent on a Big 12 Title? Looking at all the intricacies of the Ireland trip and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum rank Iowa State's 2025 football roster by position group. Plus, the guys take a look at point spreads for the entire season that were recently just put out by a Vegas oddsmaker. How close were we a few weeks back? Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum go position-by-position on offense and defense as they project the Cyclones' depth chart ahead of the 2025 season. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Campbell's “new” contract. Scary headlines. Football camp updates, plus some basketball practice notes. Chris Williams & Brent Blum cover it all on Sunday's show, presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices