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Why could the upcoming Michigan Democratic Senate primary signal a seismic shift about the Democratic party and U.S. policy on Israel? As Michigan Democrats prepare to choose a nominee for the U.S. Senate, Dan Senor sits down with political journalist Mark Halperin to discuss why this race has become a flashpoint in the debate over Israel, progressive politics, and the future of the Democratic Party. They examine why progressives are demonizing Israel and AIPAC, the role of The New York Times and other media in shifting the debate, and why Abdul El‑Sayed's campaign may have implications that extend to the 2028 presidential election. ______ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back This episode is sponsored by Citizen Cafe: Schedule your free intro session with Citizen Cafe today. ___ In this episode:  1. Why the Michigan Senate primary matters more than ever 2. How Israel became the defining issue in this race 3. Surprising changes inside the Democratic coalition 4. How The New York Times and social media impacts the narrative 5. Who is Abdul El‑Sayed and what's behind his success 6. Why El-Sayed could be more influential than Mayor Mamdani 7. Implications of an El-Sayed victory for 2028 Democratic politics Links mentioned in this episode: -Mark Halperin's recent article in the Free Press How Israel Became the Biggest Litmus Test in American Politics -Halperin's live video platform 2Way and  8 for 28 presidential picks More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

Why could the upcoming Michigan Democratic Senate primary signal a seismic shift about the Democratic party and U.S. policy on Israel? As Michigan Democrats prepare to choose a nominee for the U.S. Senate, Dan Senor sits down with political journalist Mark Halperin to discuss why this race has become a flashpoint in the debate over […]

This is a sneak peek from the members-only edition of Inside Call Me Back. Dan is joined by Ark Media contributor Amit Segal to answer listener questions about one of the biggest puzzles in Israeli politics: why the Likud is losing support even as the country shifts to the right. They also discuss who might be Prime Minister of a potential unity government.  ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. For the full episode, subscribe here to - Inside Call me Back ____ You can access the full episode here, where Dan answers listener questions about: - Was Netanyahu's recent Washington visit a snub or a success? - Why do Mizrahi voters still back Likud candidates? - The Haredi draft exemption and the coalition dilemma - How could Israel's imperfect democratic system be improved? - Could a new center-right party realistically succeed? - What will ultimately decide Israel's election? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Ryan Lohr, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

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What is next for America's foreign policy, and what does it mean for Israel? President Trump has reshaped America's relationships with allies and adversaries alike, favoring leverage, pressure, and dealmaking over traditional alliances. But does coercion create lasting influence, or does it push allies to look elsewhere? Dan is joined by Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, to debate whether Trump's foreign policy has reached its ceiling, what comes next for America's global alliances, and why Israel may be the ultimate test case. Learn more about Eurasia Group and GZERO Media. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ___ In this episode: - Has Trump's foreign policy peaked? - Where Trump's foreign policy succeeded and failed - Can America still count on its allies? - Has Trump lost leverage over Russia? - Will the U.S. finish the job on Iran? - Is Israel the exception to America's new foreign policy? - Which parts of Trump's foreign policy will last? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Ryan Lohr, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

What is next for America's foreign policy, and what does it mean for Israel? President Trump has reshaped America's relationships with allies and adversaries alike, favoring leverage, pressure, and dealmaking over traditional alliances. But does coercion create lasting influence, or does it push allies to look elsewhere? Dan is joined by Ian Bremmer, president and […]

Is a 3rd round of war with Iran now inevitable? After two wars, a failed agreement, and months of uneasy calm, the U.S. and Iran may once again be on the brink of direct conflict. Amit Segal and Nadav Eyal join Dan to assess why the US-Iran MOU has collapsed, would Israel's military take part in it, what a 3rd round of fighting could look like, and how elections in both Israel and the United States could shape the decisions ahead. ___ This episode was sponsored by RootOne. Help the Jewish teen in your life experience Israel for themselves. Visit RootOne.org to learn more. Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back Help shape what Ark Media builds next. Sign up to participate in listener interviews, focus groups, and product testing. Participation is voluntary, and space is limited. ___ In this episode: - Why the US-Iran agreement collapsed - What a third war with Iran could look like - Would Netanyahu strike Iran again? - How Iran is reading Trump - Will elections change Trump's Iran strategy? - Could the West Bank erupt next? - Could another war reshape Israel's election? - Why Israelis are watching New York politics More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Ryan Lohr, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

Is a 3rd round of war with Iran now inevitable? After two wars, a failed agreement, and months of uneasy calm, the U.S. and Iran may once again be on the brink of direct conflict. Amit Segal and Nadav Eyal join Dan to assess why the US-Iran MOU has collapsed, whether Israel's military would take […]

In this conversation, Anne Neuberger, former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber and Emerging Technology, currently General Partner and Head of Global Affairs at venture capital powerhouse Andreessen Horowitz, joins What's Your Number hosts Yael Wissner Levy and Yonatan Adiri to discuss how AI, cyber warfare, drones, and defense tech are reshaping geopolitics. As technology, commercial investment, and national security become increasingly intertwined, what will determine which countries, and which companies, thrive in this new era and how core values determine their use. ___ Subscribe here to: What's Your Number? ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: - The new ingredients of national power - Why supply chains became a national security issue - The AI debate between Washington and Silicon Valley - What Israel and Ukraine teach the world about defense tech - Is the U.S.-Israel alliance changing? - Can Israel withstand growing divestment pressure? - The next breakthroughs in AI and cyber - Personal lessons learned from history from the Holocaust to Entebbe  More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Ryan Lohr, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

In this conversation, Anne Neuberger, former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber and Emerging Technology, currently General Partner and Head of Global Affairs at venture capital powerhouse Andreessen Horowitz, joins What's Your Number hosts Yael Wissner Levy and Yonatan Adiri to discuss how AI, cyber warfare, drones, and defense tech are reshaping geopolitics. As […]

This is a sneak peek from the members-only edition of Inside Call Me Back. Dan answers listener questions about what the New York City Democratic primary means for Jewish voters, how they should respond to Mamdani's open hostility, whether Israel should ever reconsider its alliance with the United States and look to China, and why he believes America's partnership remains indispensable despite growing political uncertainty. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. For the full episode, subscribe here to - Inside Call me Back ____ You can access the full episode here, where Dan answers listener questions about: - Rahm Emanuel's vision for the Middle East - Will politics change Trump's Iran strategy? - Changing career path to the Jewish nonprofit world - Why don't some Orthodox Jews sing Hatikvah? - Could the Middle East have its own NATO? - Will there ever be an Inside Call Me Back trip to Israel? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

Can historians win the fight against antisemitism and viral misinformation in the age of AI? Historian Niall Ferguson joins Dan to warn that fact-based historians are losing the battle with social media algorithms that spread false and antisemitic content to increasingly receptive audiences on both the right and left. He argues the rules of the fight have changed. Drawing on a new essay co-authored with AI researcher John-Clark Levin, Ferguson offers data on how algorithms, non-human bots, and AI are transforming how antisemitic ideas go viral, making traditional methods of exposing lies increasingly ineffective. If facts alone are no longer enough, what comes next? Read The Death of History by Niall Ferguson and John-Clark Levin. Books by Niall Ferguson including The War of the World and The Square and the Tower. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: - Why Niall Ferguson says his life's work as a historian has failed - How antisemitism was once pushed to the political fringes, but no longer - How AI changed the fight against antisemitism - Why antisemitism is thriving on both the left and the right - The Nick Fuentes playbook: irony, memes, and virality - Can liberal democracy survive the age of AI? - The politics and concerns about a post-Trump generation - If the old fight is over, what should historians do now? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, Ryan Lohr and Yuval Semo

Can historians win the fight against antisemitism and viral misinformation in the age of AI? Historian Niall Ferguson joins Dan to warn that fact-based historians are losing the battle with social media algorithms that spread false and antisemitic content to increasingly receptive audiences on both the right and left. He argues the rules of the […]

You hang up thinking you got blown off. Probate lead objection handling says otherwise, and this call proves it.This is a real call breakdown, not a script read out loud for effect. You'll hear exactly how a probate seller who tried to push things off for 30 days ended up agreeing to a walkthrough in the same conversation, and why that shift had nothing to do with luck or pressure.Inside this episode:✅ The exact question sequence I use for real estate cold calling roleplay practice that actually holds up once you're on a live, unscripted call✅ Why "call me back later" is almost never the call me back later objection real estate agents assume it is, and what it actually signals from a probate seller✅ How a simple probate investor script structure gets you past beneficiary confusion and legal delays without sounding pushy or rehearsed✅ The exact beneficiary question that turned a stall into a conversation about a $1 million property✅ Real cold calling probate leads tactics pulled straight from an actual recorded call, not a hypotheticalIf you've been calling motivated seller leads and keep hitting the same wall when someone says they need more time, this breakdown will change how you hear that response. This is real estate cold calling techniques that really work applied to an actual probate file, with a real number attached to it, not a theory.You'll also see how a basic probate cold calling script gets adjusted mid-call the moment the seller's story doesn't match the plan, which is exactly where most agents freeze and lose the lead. Whether you're brand new to probate real estate script work or you've been doing this for years, the point is the same. How to overcome objections in real estate comes down to asking better questions, not pushing harder.Get probate lead objection handling right on calls like this one and you'll never hear "call me back later" the same way again.

What does Tisha B'Av ask of us after October 7? Tisha B'Av is the saddest date on the Jewish calendar, but Rachel Goldberg-Polin argues it also offers hope and opportunity. In a conversation shaped by the personal and collective trauma of October 7, she explains why Jewish tradition gathers centuries of loss onto a single […]

This is a sneak peek from the members-only edition of Inside Call Me Back. Dan and Nadav Eyal discuss the emergence of a new right-wing party led by Hili Tropper and Yoaz Hendel, what it reveals about Israel's evolving political landscape, and whether a new generation of leaders can reshape the country's future. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. For the full episode, subscribe here to - Inside Call me Back In this full episode Dan was asked for reliable sources for Israel news and talking points. We include those here: - Nadav Eyal's Substack by Nadav Eyal - It's Noon in Israel by Amit Segal - Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor by Yossi Klein Halevi | Amazon |  Barnes & Noble - Israel on Trial: Examining the History, the Evidence, and the Law by Roy Altman |  Amazon | Barnes & Noble - Israel: A concise History of a Nation Reborn by Daniel Gordis | Amazon | Barnes & Noble - AJC's Combating Antisemitism Playbook: Strategies to Understand, Respond to, and Prevent Antisemitism ____ You can access the full episode here, where Dan and Tal answer listener questions about: - Does Gadi Eisenkot's Sephardic background strengthen his political appeal? - The raging political and legal battle behind the draft exemption bill - Why does Netanyahu's political base remain so loyal? - What is the best strategy for Israel on Lebanon? - How do you push back against anti-Israel claims? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

Can Israel break the paralysis over the Palestinian question without risking its own security? Israelis and Palestinians have been stuck for years, with no practical or diplomatic progress and little confidence that anything can change. Tal Becker argues that while the obstacles are real, accepting paralysis carries its own costs for Israel's security, regional relationships, international standing, and  national moral identity. He lays out what he believes the next Israeli government can realistically do to start moving forward without ignoring the lessons and trauma of October 7. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: - Why Israelis and Palestinians are stuck in a cycle of paralysis - What a Palestinian state is supposed to solve - The urgent imperatives of why change must happen soon - Can regional normalization still move forward? - Five priorities for Israel's next government - The role of Arab states regarding the Palestinians - What concrete step should Israeli leaders take next? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

Can Israel break the paralysis over the Palestinian question without risking its own security? Israelis and Palestinians have been stuck for years, with no practical or diplomatic progress and little confidence that anything can change. Tal Becker argues that while the obstacles are real, accepting paralysis carries its own costs for Israel's security, regional relationships, […]

What will it take to save the U.S.-Israel alliance?  Dan is joined by Rahm Emanuel, a Democratic party powerhouse who was a former Chicago mayor, White House Chief of Staff, and U.S. Ambassador to Japan. Dan challenges Emanuel on ideas from the speech he delivered in Tel Aviv that ignited debate across Israel and the United States. Emanuel argues that Israel's current course is putting the U.S.-Israel alliance at risk, while Dan presses him on whether October 7 fundamentally changed the assumptions behind his vision for Israel's future. They discuss Israel's security, Palestinian statehood, the future of a more hostile Democratic Party, and whether Emanuel's message is ultimately an act of tough love or tough luck for Israel. Watch Rahm Emanuel's Tel Aviv speech HERE. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: - Rahm Emanuel remembers Senator Lindsey Graham - How October 7 changed Israel's security doctrine - Rahm Emanuel's 23-state solution for Israel and the Arab states - Is its isolation becoming a security threat for Israel? - How Emanuel would reshape the U.S.-Israel alliance - Are calls for “From the River to the Sea” and Greater Israel equivalent? - Emanuel's response to fears antisemitism reshaping the Democratic Party - Is Emanuel really advocating tough love or tough luck for Israel? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

What will it take to save the U.S.-Israel alliance? Dan is joined by Rahm Emanuel, a Democratic Party powerhouse who was a former Chicago mayor, White House Chief of Staff, and U.S. Ambassador to Japan. Dan challenges Emanuel on ideas from the speech he delivered in Tel Aviv that ignited debate across Israel and the […]

This is a sneak peek from the members-only edition of Inside Call Me Back. Dan and Tal Becker discuss Rahm Emanuel's speech in Israel, why support for Israel has become increasingly tied to America's culture wars, and whether that shift can still be reversed. ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. For the full episode, subscribe here to - Inside Call me Back ____ You can access the full episode here, where Dan and Tal answer listener questions about: - Is the potential for Arab-Israeli alliances slipping away? - Is the Jewish diaspora becoming irreparably divided? - Should American Jews have an elected leadership body? - How do we make antisemitism taboo again? - What role should Israelis abroad play? - Could the far left and far right turn on each other? - How is Hamas still functioning in Gaza? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

PART 4: SALES OBJECTIONS: TURN CONCERN INTO CLOSED WON DEALS When you master the objection, you win the sale. After delivering a strong pitch, one of the last steps in the sales process is addressing and overcoming sales objections. Sales objections are any reason, concern, hesitation, or excuse that a prospect gives for not buying. The objection is not the end of the sale. It is the moment that decides it. Every deal lives or dies in the few minutes after resistance appears. When a prospect says it is too expensive, they need to think about it, or they are looking at a competitor, the amateur gets defensive, discounts, or retreats. The closer leans in. Objections are buying signals wrapped in fear, uncertainty, and risk. If you cannot confidently control that moment, you cannot scale your income. Mastering objections means staying calm, asking the right questions, uncovering the real concern, and resolving it with certainty and proof. Handle it with precision and you earn trust, authority, and the signature. Handle it poorly and the deal disappears forever. In sales, you either close or you lose. The best closers and highest growth companies know that sales objections are a necessary part of the sales process. Objections are a signal that the prospect needs more information, clarity, or proof before committing. If you know how to overcome sales objections, you can sell anything to anyone. In this section of the book, I've broken down all the top sales objections and scripts into their own chapter: I'm not interested I'm already working with someone It's too expensive Send me more information I'm not the right person I need to talk to my boss I need to think about it I don't have time How much is it? Tell me more Who is this? Call me back later I'm in a meeting Yes, I'm interested Objections aren't roadblocks. They are bridges you cross to win the sale. In this part of the book, I give you all the exact word-for-word scripts, strategies, frameworks, and playbooks to win over 51,036 customers and generate over $250 million in revenue. If you can prepare to overcome sales objections with confidence, you'll drastically increase your close rates and move more prospects from “No” or “Maybe” to “Yes! Where do I sign?”

Is the collapse of the U.S.-Iran deal the start of another war, or something messier in between? Dan is joined by Ark Media contributor and senior analyst for Yedioth Ahronoth, Nadav Eyal, as Iran and the U.S. launch missile and verbal attacks. They discuss the apparent end to the ceasefire, why Israel believes the MoU was destined to fail and how Tehran is calculating its next move. They also explore why Turkey's growing military and political influence could be Israel's next strategic challenge. ____ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: - Why the U.S.-Iran deal collapsed - Iran's power play in Hormuz - Who is really in charge in Iran? - Israel's "we told you so" moment - Why Turkey is becoming Israel's next big concern - Netanyahu's public fight against the U.S. selling F-35s to Turkey - Israel's long-term strategy toward Turkey - Are we heading toward round three of war with Iran? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with bestselling author and Call Me Back host Dan Senor for a powerful conversation about Israel, resilience, community, and the future of human connection. Dan discusses the story behind his bestselling books Startup Nation and The Genius of Israel, explaining how Israel became one of the world’s leading centers for innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology. He reflects on the aftermath of October 7th, rising global hostility toward Israel, and why he remains optimistic that Israel will emerge stronger economically, militarily, and culturally. Karol and Dan also explore the importance of faith, family traditions, and building strong communities in an increasingly disconnected world. Dan shares why Shabbat became an anchor for his family, his predictions for Israel’s relationships with Arab nations, the future of the Middle East, and even his hope for the New York Jets. Plus, Dan explains why reading books, debating ideas, and finding meaningful relationships may become even more valuable in the age of artificial intelligence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Americans mark Independence Day, we're revisiting one of the most popular episodes of What's Your Number?, a conversation that feels even more relevant today. Yonatan Adiri and Yael Wissner Levy are joined by Dan Senor, host of Call Me Back and co-author of Start-Up Nation which revolutionized the world's respect for Israel and its entrepreneurial spirit and successes. Nearly two decades after the book's publication, Israel's tech sector is stronger than ever, yet the country's global brand faces unprecedented challenges. What does this mean for Israel's reputation, innovation and its place in the world? Dan also remembers his young friend, the late Israeli entrepreneur and investor Zaki Djemal, whose final essay on Israel's future and memorial service are linked below. Read a tribute to Zaki Djemal  and his white paper here. Watch Zaki Djemal's memorial service here.  ____ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: 08:00 – How Start-Up Nation changed Israel's image 14:35 – Israel's brand crisis after October 7 19:10 – Why global investors keep doubling down on Israel 25:55 – Does Israel need a new audience? 32:15 – The rise of defense tech 37:35 – AI, brain drain, and Israel's next challenge 44:30 – Does the "Start-Up Nation" reputation still apply? 46:55 – How would Dan characterize Israel's brand now? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

This is a sneak peek from the members-only edition of Inside Call Me Back. Amit Segal explains why overwhelming public support for a state commission of inquiry into October 7 and ending Haredi draft exemptions doesn't translate into election results, and what that reveals about the unique system of Israeli politics.  ___ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. For the full episode, subscribe here to - Inside Call me Back ____ You can access the full episode here, where Dan and Amit answer listener questions about: - A surprising turn from Lebanon's government regarding Hezbollah  - Is President Trump changing course on Israel? - Why Israel has no left-wing equivalent to far right Ben-Gvir - Amit Segal on journalism, bias, and fairness, and his own political position - Why has Israel become a defining issue in American politics? - Is Israel's long term future bullish or bleak?  More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

Why have positions about Israel and Jews become a defining fault line in American politics? In part two of their conversation, Dan is joined by Jonah Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Dispatch, and John Podhoretz, editor-in-chief of Commentary Magazine, to discuss what the victories of Zohran Mamdani and other Democratic Socialists reveal about the radicalization of politics of the American left. From the rise of anti-Zionist candidates to the weakening of political parties and norms, they explore why antisemitic or anti-Israel positions have become litmus tests in the transformation of American politics. Read the open letter from American Rabbis to Zohran Mamdani here. ____ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: - Why both political parties are losing control - What Zohran Mamdani and DSA victories really represent - Is anti-Zionism the primary driving force on the left? - Are elected leaders more focused on culture wars than helping constituents? - Why U.S.politicians turned against  Israel, which is now a political fault line - How technology is reshaping America despite politics - Have decades of crisis broken public trust? - Can America's political institutions recover? - Why Jonah and John have some hope about America's future More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

____ Many supporters of the Iran War, both in the U.S. and in Israel, consider it a failure. Dan doesn't necessarily share that observation, at least not until the fate of the U.S.- Iran deal is clear.  Jonah Goldberg and John Podhoretz, two thinkers that have been following every twist and turn of the Iran war and landed in that camp. So we wanted to conduct an autopsy of the Iran War, at least as where the war stands now. Jonah Goldberg is editor-in-chief of The Dispatch and the host of the Remnant podcast. He's also a senior fellow at AEI and author of a number of books, including Suicide of the West.  and John Podhoretz, editor-in-chief of Commentary Magazine, host of the Commentary podcast and author of Hell of a Ride.  Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: What were the expectations vs reality? Israel and Iran's position today Vs on February 27th. The war's impact on US foreign policy what would have been a better strategy in dealing with Iran's nuclear program? Did Trump and Netanyahu miscalculate?  Where does the relationship between Netanyahu and Trump go from here? This episode is sponsored by Israel on Campus Coalition. You can follow this link to support their work: http://israelcc.org/  More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

Can Israel stop Iran if America decides to move on? As Washington pursues negotiations with Tehran, many Israelis are wondering what their country can still do to shape the outcome. Dan Senor is joined by Ark Media contributor and Channel 12 senior political analyst Amit Segal to discuss the state of the U.S.-Iran talks, why Israel is showing restraint in Lebanon, and what leverage Jerusalem still has as Washington pursues negotiations with Tehran. They also examine the growing debate inside Israel over President Trump and J.D. Vance, and whether Netanyahu can navigate a moment when many Israelis feel the military achievements against Iran have yet to translate into a lasting strategic gain. ____ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: - Why the U.S.-Iran talks may be headed for failure - Does Israel have any leverage left? - Why Israel is showing restraint in Lebanon - Why “no deal, no war” could still hurt Tehran - Netanyahu, Trump, and the Vance problem - Israel's options if America steps back - Could Trump shape Israel's next election? - Will Netanyahu really run for a seventh term? More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

Can Israel stop Iran if America decides to move on? As Washington pursues negotiations with Tehran, many Israelis are wondering what their country can still do to shape the outcome. Dan Senor is joined by Ark Media contributor and Channel 12 senior political analyst Amit Segal to discuss the state of the U.S.-Iran talks, why […]

Did Israel and the U.S. win the battle but lose the war? Israel and the United States achieved what many would consider a remarkable military success against Iran. But the agreement that followed has left many Israelis wondering whether battlefield gains translated into strategic victory. Dan Senor is joined by Wall Street Journal columnist and Hudson Institute senior fellow Walter Russell Mead to discuss the paradox at the heart of the new U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding, what it reveals about President Trump's approach to power, and how leaders across the Middle East are recalculating their assumptions about America, Israel, and the future of the region. ____ Call Me Back is made possible by our subscribers. If these conversations are where you turn to understand Israel and the Jewish world, consider joining them. It's what keeps this show going. Become a Subscriber - Inside Call me Back ____ In this episode: - The paradox: military success vs. political disappointment - Why so many Israelis think Israel lost - What was President Trump actually betting on? - Does the 60-day deal mean anything? - Why sanctions rarely deliver regime change - What this war reveals about the future of warfare - How Riyadh, Ankara, and Beijing are reading the moment - Israel's growing dependence on President Trump More Ark Media: Want to join Ark Media? Check out our careers page for new openings. Explore Israel Votes Listen to Ark News Daily Listen to For Heaven's Sake Listen to What's Your Number? Newsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav Eyal Instagram | Ark Media | Dan X | Dan Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel Get in touch Credits: Ilan Benatar, Beth Pearlman, Brittany Cohen, Ava Weiner, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Yuval Semo

Did Israel and the U.S. win the battle but lose the war? Israel and the United States achieved what many would consider a remarkable military success against Iran. But the agreement that followed has left many Israelis wondering whether battlefield gains translated into strategic victory. Dan Senor is joined by Wall Street Journal columnist and […]

What does the Iran deal mean for Israel, and for Netanyahu's political future? Dan is joined by Ark Media contributor and Channel 12 political analyst Amit Segal to assess the newly announced U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding and the political questions it has unleashed in Israel. As negotiations begin and the fighting pauses, they discuss whether […]

Why is Israel's next election being driven more by fear than hope? Dan is joined by For Heaven's Sake hosts Yossi Klein Halevi and Donniel Hartman to discuss the emotional forces shaping Israel's coming election. As Israelis prepare to vote, different communities are carrying different traumas, fears, and visions for the country's future, from tensions […]

Can Gadi Eisenkot make the leap from one of Israel's most trusted generals to its next prime minister? Gadi Eisenkot's popularity is seeing a meteoric rise. Dan is joined by Nadav Eyal to examine Eisenkot's background, military record, decisions around October 7, and whether experience built on service and sacrifice can survive the rough-and-tumble of […]

It's 9:04 in New York and we finally reached boss level. Today's guest is Dan Senor of the “Call Me Back” podcast, bestselling co-author of “Start-Up Nation” and “The Genius of Israel”, and all-around great guy.We chain him to the chair for a good 90 minutes for our version of a serious interview, which included the Halachic case for rooting for the New York Knicks, who despises Brad Lander more, Dan or Yael (close call), why people who hate Israel usually also hate America, what Dan's favorite conspiracy theory is, and what's the one question Dan's wife never wants to hear, ever again.If you enjoyed this episode please consider rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leaving a comment. It really helps us grow! And watch this episode on Youtube as well later today! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit askajew.substack.com/subscribe

Did the Iran war solve the problem, postpone it or make it worse? That fundamental debate has emerged over the outcome of the war with Iran. The campaigns degraded Iran's military infrastructure, but it also ended with a new, possibly more dangerous Supreme Leader in power, Iran controlling the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran's nuclear […]

Is President Trump saving Israel from a war it can't win, or forcing it into a deal that leaves Hezbollah intact and Israeli soldiers and citizens vulnerable? President Trump announced a ceasefire in Lebanon. Hezbollah agreed to stop firing rockets into Israel. Israel agreed to not strike Beirut. Yet the fighting in southern Lebanon continues, […]

In a few months elections will be held in Israel, the first since Oct. 7th, and arguably one of the most consequential in Israel's history. But how do the elections actually work in Israel? As part of our Israel Votes series, Dan is joined by Amit Segal and Nadav Eyal for a practical guide to […]

Why has the world become so fixated on Zionism, and what does that obsession actually reveal about the West? Alana Newhouse joins Dan Senor to unpack her widely debated essay Zionism for Everyone. They explore how rapid technological change and cultural disorientation are colliding with an ancient idea of peoplehood and why that tension is […]

Can the Black-Jewish alliance be repaired, or is it irreparable? Coleman Hughes, host of The Coleman Hughes Show at The Free Press and author of The End of Race Politics, joins Dan to trace the history of one of America's most important political coalitions, and how it began to unravel. He looks at the forces […]

If Trump signs an interim deal with Iran, what leverage is left to dismantle Iran's nuclear program? As reports swirl around a possible U.S.-Iran agreement, Dan sits down with Nadav Eyal and Mark Dubowitz to sort through what's actually on the table — and what could unravel next. The conversation centers around the core dilemmas […]

Did the U.S. and Israel plan to replace Iran's regime with Mahmoud Ahmadinejad?! A new New York Times investigation has revealed an astonishing alleged U.S.-Israeli plan behind the war with Iran: not just strikes on nuclear sites and missile capabilities, but a broader attempt at regime change, together with none other than Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. Ronen […]

Was the Trump-Xi summit a win, a loss or neutral? Trump's summit with Xi Jinping ended with no major breakthrough, no dramatic concession, and no public rupture. But according to Carice Witte, Founder and Executive Director of SIGNAL Group, that may be the real story. China projected confidence, framed itself as America's peer, and tried […]

Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence How do unverified claims become a New York Times column? On Monday, the New York Times published an opinion column by Nicholas Kristof titled “The Silence That Meets the Rape of Palestinians” — an explicit attempt to draw a moral equivalence between Hamas and Israel by […]

Five months after the Bondi Beach attack, Australia's Royal Commission on Antisemitism is hearing testimony about what Jewish life has become since October 7th. Dan is joined by Alon Cassuto, CEO of the Zionist Federation of Australia, and Lisa Mittelman, Director of Public Affairs, to discuss what the hearings have revealed, why the government resisted […]

The Iran war is coming to an end. What leverage do Israel and the U.S. have for what comes next? Dan Senor is joined by Ed Husain and Nadav Eyal to unpack the fragile aftermath of the U.S.-Israel war with Iran. As Washington signals that the operation is over, Iran is still testing the Strait […]

What is happening to Jewish Canadians, and what it tells us about the country Canada thought it was? In today's episode, Dan is joined by Jesse Brown, founder, editor, and publisher of Canadaland, to discuss how Jewish life in Canada has changed since October 7. Drawing on months of reporting for his six-part investigative series […]

This is a news update from Ark News Daily. Subscribe here to Ark News Daily In this episode: A leaked report reveals Naftali Bennett privately disparaged his alliance with Yair Lapid as a “strategic mistake,” raising doubts about whether their new joint party can successfully unify the opposition against Netanyahu. An Australian investigation into a […]

Bennett and Lapid unite, but does it change anything? On Sunday, without any prior warning, Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid announced they're joining forces, launching a new unified party called “Beyachad” — “together.” The move comes months ahead of Israel's October elections, and it immediately raises more questions than answers. What are they really trying […]