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Third Opinion Podcast

Pamela Garron

Discussions on issues around antisemitism and the State of Israel.

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52:06

Public Health, Public Controversy: Antisemitism...

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2026/02/10

Show recorded on 2.9.26: This week's episode examines a series of developments shaping the national conversation around antisemitism, public policy, and Jewish identity. In New York City, Mayor Mamdani's administration is drawing scrutiny as the NYC Department of Health convenes a "Global Oppression and Public Health Working Group" to examine what members describe as genocide in Israel. Former director of the Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism Moshe Davis weighs in on the department's role and

56:50

Day 843: The Hostage Clock Stops as Headlines Escalate

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2026/02/04

Show recorded 2.3.26: Hosts Mike and Laureen break down the week's top headlines, beginning with the solemn moment the hostage watch clock stopped on day 843 following the return of the remains of Ran G'vili to Israel. They examine the IDF's report citing 73,000 fighter deaths in Gaza, and the controversy surrounding International Holocaust Remembrance Day commemorations that failed to mention Jews. The conversation also turns to troubling headlines out of New York City, including antisemitic

53:20

Media Bias, Middle East Alliances and Unprecedented...

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2026/01/28

This week's episode covers major developments shaping Israel and the region: the return of Ron Gvili's remains to Israel, the reopening of the Rafah crossing, and growing alarm over worsening conditions in Iran amid reports of 30,000 deaths tied to an attempted overthrow of its antisemitic regime. Advertising executive Donny Deutsch calls for leadership and accountability after Hamas supporters chant outside a Queens synagogue. Ben Hilton of The Israel Guys breaks down a new Israel–Greece–Cyprus

55:58

From Tehran to the U.S.: Protest, Oppression and...

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2026/01/21

As Iran dominates global headlines, this episode looks inside the country's growing unrest against the Islamic Republic. Podcaster Barak Schwartz shares the words of an Iranian woman who criticizes activists chanting "Free Palestine" while ignoring Iran's brutal oppression. The show also features a CBN interview with Iranian-Canadian commentator Goldy Ghamari, who says heavily armed regime forces and terrorist proxy groups have murdered thousands of civilians demanding freedom. In the U.S., the

53:26

A Week of Fire, Protests and Power Plays

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2026/01/13

Mike and Laureen break down the major U.S. and international stories shaping the week, examining the arson attack on a 160-year-old synagogue in Mississippi, where Torah scrolls were burned, but a Holocaust Torah survived. The hosts also discuss a pro-Hamas protest held outside a Queens, New York synagogue during Shabbat and controversy surrounding an event for preschoolers in New York City co-hosted by Mamdani and Miss Rachel. In a featured interview with John Anderson, journalist and author

54:08

Examining Christian Nationalism and Doctors Without...

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2026/01/08

Show recorded on 1/5/26: This week's show opens with a look at NYC Mayor Mamdani's first week in office and actions taken that make it a less safe place for Jews. Mike and Laureen examine the growing push for Christian Nationalism and its implications for Jewish communities, featuring Wall Street Journal reporter Aaron Zitner's interview with Pastor Doug Wilson of Christ Church, a leading advocate for merging church and state. The hosts also unpack why Israel has barred Doctors Without Borders from

57:29

Facts, Fiction and Fear: Israel, Antisemitism and the...

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2025/12/30

A powerful clip from Beginning Within's Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein examines a revealing exchange between Penn State University's Sam Richards and his students during a lecture asserting that "Palestine did not exist 200 years ago," a claim that stunned students who view it as their ancestral homeland. Rabbi Weinstein unpacks why historical literacy matters and how emotional narratives often replace facts in today's discourse. The program also features Australian television host Julia Hartley-Brewer in

56:12

A Light Against the Darkness: Chanukah, Terror Plots...

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2025/12/29

Recorded on December 22: Mike and Laureen reflect on the eight days of Chanukah and what it means for the Jewish community to be a light in a darkening world. From 18,000 people gathering at Brooklyn's Barclays Center to massive Chanukah solidarity events in Amsterdam and controversy in London as the city's mayor attempted to halt a vigil for the Bondi victims — the week underscored both resilience and resistance. Amid rising threats, the FBI thwarted a New Year's Eve terror plot involving multiple

56:31

When Celebration Turns to Terror: The Bondi Beach Attack

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2025/12/17

Recorded December 15, 2025: Mike and Laureen dedicate this episode to the violent antisemitic attack targeting Australia's Jewish community during a Chanukah gathering at Bondi Beach. The show includes excerpts from Australian television coverage and firsthand witness accounts as events unfolded. They discuss statements from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who cited earlier warnings to Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about rising antisemitism, as well as updates from Sydney's

55:18

Eurovision Fallout, NYC BDS Ban and the Clooney...

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2025/12/11

This week, Mike and Laureen remember beloved Rabbi Gary Klein (z"l) and examine Hamas' refusal to honor a disarmament agreement. They unpack George Clooney's offhand comments about Amal Clooney's involvement in drafting the Muslim Brotherhood's constitution, an organization recently designated as a terrorist group in Florida and Texas. They cover major cultural flashpoints, including mainstream magazines boost of anti-Jewish messaging and Eurovision's rejection of an Israeli boycott that triggered

53:17

Rebuilding Gaza, Revisiting History and the Rise of...

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2025/12/03

Week of 12/1/25: This week on the show features an in-depth conversation with "The Economist's" Middle East reporter Gregg Carlstrom and correspondent Rosie Blau, who explain why Gaza is unlikely to be rebuilt any time soon and explore various plans for overcoming barriers. The hosts discuss JTV's Ollie Ansfeld report on reasons why some Jews supported Hitler during the 1930s in hopes of their own survival. Mike and Laureen look at the week's major headlines including an AI-generated top 10 "Best

55:07

Palestinian Persistence, Terror Financing and the...

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2025/11/26

Week of 11/24/25: Mike and Laureen break down the recent high-profile Oval Office meeting between NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and President Trump, focusing not just on what was discussed, but what was left unsaid. The episode features a compelling clip from political commentator Ken LaCorte, who explains why Palestinians continue their struggle despite overwhelming losses. The hosts discuss a conversation between CBS' Major Garrett and the Free Press' Tanner Nau and analyze Nick Fuentes' efforts

55:47

From Capitol Hill to New York to Gaza: Political...

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2025/11/17

This week, Mike and Laureen dive deep into the recent election of Zohran Mamdani and the immediate, alarming warnings that followed, suggesting this political shift could place New York's Jewish community in danger and on high alert. A special interview with Maor Elbaz-Starinsky, the former Consul General of Israel to Florida, Puerto Rico, Kansas, and Missouri, offers a powerful and sobering perspective on the alarming rise of antisemitism across the US and globally, underscoring the real-world

55:25

From NYC to Gaza: The Rising Wave of Antisemitism and...

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2025/11/11

This week, the hosts tackle the fallout from Zohran Mamdani's election in NYC and the controversy over CAIR's support. Jewish leaders including Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch and Amb. Michael Oren and voices including Sen. Ted Cruz and commentator Ben Shapiro warn of growing threats, as the ADL and AJC closely monitor Mamdani's activities. In the Middle East, a fragile Gaza ceasefire leaves Hamas fighters trapped in Rafah tunnels, with Rabbi Pesach Wolicki questioning the ceasefire's durability and Netanyahu

56:21

From New York to Gaza: Politics, Propaganda and the...

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2025/11/04

This week, the hosts dive into the New York mayoral race and what's driving voters in the city. Laureen speaks with Jerusalem Post editor Yaakov Katz, who doesn't pull any punches about what Netanyahu's legacy will be because of October 7. They also discuss British podcaster Tommy Robinson's visit to an Arab business district in Israel and asks how they feel about their county. Mike and Laureen unpack headlines from the previous week, including reports of a U.S. high school group's reenactment of

56:38

Fragile Peace, Fraught Politics and Finding Belonging

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2025/10/27

Recorded 10/27/2025: This episode unpacks a tense moment in world and local affairs. We begin with the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Gaza and what it means for regional stability. Then, the hosts turn to New York City, where early voting in the mayoral race is underway and the frontrunner's record has sparked considerable concerns about anti-Zionism and antisemitism. Finally, we sit down with Miryam Kabakov, Executive Director of Eshel, to discuss how her organization supports LGBTQ Orthodox

54:53

Colonel John Spencer: What I Saw in Gaza

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2025/10/23

Show recorded on October 20, 2025. Retired U.S. Army Colonel John Spencer, Chair of Urban Warfare at West Point’s Modern War Institute, joins the show after returning from Gaza City. He discusses Hamas’s recruitment tactics, inflated casualty reports and the vast tunnel networks hidden beneath hospitals and schools. Bill Maher calls for educating young Americans on the Middle East, reaffirming Israel as the Jewish homeland. Meanwhile, Mike and Laureen share the emotional stories of returning

54:16

Hostages Freed, Murderers Released: The High Cost of...

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2025/10/14

This week, Mike and Laureen dive into the complex aftermath of the hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas — celebrating lives saved while questioning the cost of freeing convicted murderers. They examine the troubling rise of anti-Israel sentiment and the disturbing glorification of and outpouring of support for Hamas in America, Canada, England and elsewhere. With insights from Rabbi Pincus Taylor of the American Faith Coalition and journalist Douglas Murray, the hosts explore how the war

56:43

The Deal for Gaza: What’s Really at Stake

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2025/10/07

This week, hosts Mike and Laureen dive into the proposed deal to free the remaining hostages held by Hamas and explore the historic reasons why a Palestinian state has never emerged. They share powerful clips, including Australian commentator Julie Hartley-Brewer calling out British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his stance on recognizing Palestine following the Manchester synagogue attack, and NBC’s Richard Engel reporting from the Middle East on the evolving Hamas–Israel negotiations over hostage

56:40

Walkouts, Warships and What Comes Next in Gaza

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2025/09/30

Mike and Laureen break down the week’s most pressing developments in the Middle East — where narratives and realities collide on the world stage. The hosts tackle and debunk false genocide accusations leveled against Israel, while the dramatic walkout of world leaders during Prime Minister Netanyahu’s UN address underscores the deep divisions at the international level. They track the controversial Gaza flotilla — 50 vessels carrying some 500 activists, including Greta Thunberg — now moving under

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