As the Gaza war drags on and Netanyahu faces yet another scandal, Shaun and Ari break down a week of reckoning. They dive into the QatarGate controversy, exploring alleged Qatari connections within Netanyahu’s inner circle, and the abrupt firing of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar—a move that raises serious questions about Israel’s intelligence failures and political loyalties.

With Memorial Day casting a somber shadow, the conversation turns to how Bar’s leadership faltered during a time of national crisis, and whether Israel’s security apparatus is truly serving the people—or merely protecting the powerful.

The episode ends on a hopeful note, as Shaun and Ari reflect on Israel’s achievements over 77 years of independence.

In this episode, Shaun and Ari dive into the most pressing political and social issues shaping Israel today. We examine the stability of Netanyahu’s government, the renewed war in Gaza, and the escalating protests over judicial reform—breaking down the key developments and their potential consequences.

Finally, we make bold predictions for the months ahead—will there be

• New elections?
• A full-scale war in Gaza?
• More protests?
• A major political shake-up?

Join us as we analyze the present and forecast the future of Israel’s political landscape.

Shaun and Ari discuss the fascinating transformation of Israel’s economy—from its early socialist foundations, dominated by kibbutzim and government-controlled industries, to becoming the global powerhouse of innovation known as the "Startup Nation." They explore key moments in Israel’s economic history, including the impact of mass immigration, wars, privatization, the construction boom, COVID-19, the rise of high-tech, and the discovery of natural gas.

They debate the benefits of Israel’s economic evolution and examine how the coming AI revolution will shape its future. As always, they end on a positive note.

Tune in for an insightful conversation on Israel’s past, present, and what lies ahead.