Civil rights attorney and DOJ Task Force Chair Leo Terrell sits down with One Jewish State founder and former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, David Friedman, for an in-depth conversation about his journey from Democrat to Republican and his truly historic mission to get rid of antisemitism in America. Terrell reveals why he left the Democratic Party, his deep partnership with President Trump, and the urgent fight to defend Israel in the media, on college campuses, and in daily life in America.In this interview, Terrell goes on to expose the Biden administration’s failures on combatting antisemitism, the media’s distasteful role in fueling anti-Jewish sentiment, and the disgraceful organized college campus campaigns against Israel - many of which started on October 8th.And finally, Terrell goes out of his way to honor the memory of fallen Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin - whose body is still being held captive by Hamas and seemingly forgotten by politicians.
(00:00) Preview
(01:02) Intro
(02:58) Leo's Background
(04:42) Trump, Civil Rights, Antisemitism
(08:01) Biden's Failures Against Antisemitism
(10:02) How to Fight Antisemitism
(16:34) Antisemitism vs Antizionism
(20:18) Fighting Antisemitism at Universities
(22:55) Media Shortcoming
(25:04) Democrats vs Israel
(28:16) Support for Israel in Gaza War
(34:35) Judea and Samaria
(38:44) Hadar Goldin
(44:20) Strategy to Fight Antisemitism in America
(48:38) A Final Blessing & Farewell
In the latest episode of the One Jewish State podcast, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman sits down with Ron Dermer, Minister of Strategic Affairs of Israel. The two previously worked together on the Abraham Accords back in 2019, and on this episode they had many topics to cover.Ambassador Friedman and Minister Dermer talked about the difficult situation in Gaza, what a victory over Hamas would look like, and a future plan for transforming and then rebuilding Gaza in a post-war world. Also covered in depth were the smashing successes of battlefield victories over Lebanon, Syria to a degree, and of course the rapid 12 day war with Iran which resulted in a resounding victory. Additionally, the warm and evolving relationship between Israel & UAE was brought to light.Dermer goes on to discuss the special relationship between Israel and America, and that after a dramatic spate of victories by Israel, America is now appreciating and relying on Israel more than ever, both in the Middle East and globally as well.
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(00:57) Introduction
(02:57) Why the Gaza War is Difficult
(09:37) What is Victory over Hamas?
(12:56) How to Transform Gaza
(18:39) Rebuilding Gaza & Hamas Succession Plan
(23:19) Trump's Gaza Proposal
(24:17) Egypt's Closed Border
(25:53) Post October 7th Accusations Against Israel
(28:13) How Would America Respond to October 7th?
(28:57) Civilian Deaths in War
(32:57) Baseless Starvation Accusations
(36:29) Media Blames Absolves Hamas
(38:54) 7 Front War
(39:45) Lebanon Beeper Operation
(42:39) Status of Hezbollah
(45:45) Syria's New Regime
(49:41) Next Steps for Abraham Accords
(58:38) Biden's Missteps
(1:00:48) Saudi Arabia & the Abraham Accords
(1:04:28) UAE and Israel's Relationship
(1:07:21) Trump, Netanyahu & Iran War
(1:09:46) Ron Dermer's Personal Involvement with Iran
(1:13:52) Israel's Newfound Relationship with America
(1:20:57) Trump's Reaction to Hezbollah Pager Attack
(1:24:18) Israel's Value to the World
(1:26:42) Ambassador Friedman Blesses Minister Dermer
In a gripping episode of the One Jewish State podcast, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman and bestselling author Michael Oren, former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., dive into a dynamic discussion on Israel's evolving role in the world. They explore recent Middle East upheavals, the deepening Israel-U.S. alliance, the IDF’s profound influence on Israeli society, evangelical support, judicial reforms, and a nuanced debate on the prospects of a two-state solution.
(00:00) Intro
(5:30) After the Wars: What's Next for Israel?
(8:48) Israel: From Isolation to Alliances
(15:36) Is Antisemitism a Fad?
(18:24) Evangelical Christian Support
(23:42) Israel's Internal Infrastructure
(27:36) Michael Oren's Book: 2048
(30:12) IDF's Role in Israeli Society
(33:40) Trump Helping Israel Against Iran
(36:08) Trump & Netanyahu Reputations
(38:23) Debating the Two State Solution
(42:52) Revisiting the Deal of The Century
(45:51) The Best Outcome for Palestinians
In this latest episode of the One Jewish State podcast, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman sits down with legendary Auburn Tigers basketball coach Bruce Pearl for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, leadership, Israel, and Jewish identity. Coach Pearl opens up about what makes him a relentless competitor as a college basketball coach, his deep Jewish roots, and why he publicly stood up for Israel and the hostages after October 7th, even when others stayed silent. From the NCAA court to the hills of Judea and Samaria, Coach Pearl shares personal stories, his visions for Israel, how there can be peace in Judea and Samaria, and reveals whether he will run for Alabama Senate in 2026.
00:55 – Coaching Philosophy
07:49 – Jewish Identity in College Basketball
09:49 – Anti-Semitism and Recruiting Challenges
12:21 – My Family Journey in America
13:05 – Alabama's Zionist Legacy
16:30 – Jews and Christians
18:59 – Taking a Stand as Pro Israel
24:58 – Honoring Edan Alexander at Sweet 16
29:30 – Auburn Philosophy's Higher Calling
33:04 – Judea, Samaria, and Biblical Roots
37:00 – Personal Family Miracle From Prayers in Shiloh
38:53 – A Future Vision for Israel
40:50 – Will Bruce Pearl Run for Senate?
43:25 – Coach Pearl & Ambassador Friedman Offer Blessings
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Former Amb. David Friedman sits down with US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee for a wide ranging discussion about the state of affairs in the region. Huckabee reveals why he took the position of Ambassador to Israel, and why he loves living in Israel. The discussion touched on a number of sensitive issues, including the current security situation, potential war with Iran, Israel's reputation in the world, America and Israel's security commitment to each other, and the reality on the ground in Judea and Samaria.
00:00 Intro
03:50 Why Mike Huckabee Came to Israel
6:42 Relationship Between America & Israel
12:59 Trump and Netanyahu Relationship
17:15 War with Iran
17:50 Trump's Commitment to Israel
21:52 Israel's Security Situation
29:32 Judea and Samaria
33:29 Importance of Israeli Sovereignty
38:10 Success of Israel & The Bible
42:05 False Accusations of Genocide
45:30 Israel is Home for Huckabee
48:18 Future Music Collaboration
51:15 Gratitude to Mike Huckabee
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An exclusive interview with Ambassador David Friedman and Minister of Diaspora Affairs Amichai Chikli, a bold Israeli leader and Knesset member known for his unwavering principles. As one of the only politicians to courageously back out of Naftali Bennett’s party, Chikli stood firm against political pressure, earning respect for his integrity. In this discussion, they tackle global antisemitism, the wars with Hamas and Hezbollah, and Gaza’s future. Chikli shares his views on Judea and Samaria and exposes the Palestinian Authority, while Friedman reveals what Trump’s return means for Israel. From Syria’s rising threat to judicial reform.
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00:00 - Introduction
01:31 - Antisemitism Conference
10:18 - Political Career Overview
11:14 - Naftali Bennett Controversy
12:02 - Amichai’s Role in the Party
15:00 - Standing Firm
21:06 - Judicial Crisis in Israel
27:35 - The Ongoing War
31:05 - Syria’s Emerging Threat
31:59 - Gaza’s Future
36:24 - Judea and Samaria Views
37:09 - Who is the Palestinian Authority?
42:03 - Trump’s Statements
43:42 - Trump’s Impact
Join Amb. David Friedman as he hosts Rabbi Nir Menussi and explores how Jewish values, often seen as traditional, align with many liberal principles and continue to resonate in modern times. In this interview with Ambassador David Friedman, he reflects on his personal journey from secular Israeli society to Torah study, sharing profound insights into the experiences of Israelis with little exposure to Judaism.
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5:53 What Drives Israel’s Secular Movement?
12:30 When Israeli Identity Overshadows Jewish Roots
14:05 Israel’s Changing Demographics
27:45 Escaping Israel’s Challenges
34:43 Misconceptions About Religious Jews
41:49 Torah’s Surprising Left-Wing Values
43:40 Bridging Secular and Religious Worlds
49:45 Why Are Israelis So Happy?
In this engaging episode of the One Jewish State podcast, hosted by former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman, guest Yishai Fleisher—a dynamic podcaster, writer, and International Spokesperson for the Jewish Community of Hebron—shares his insights on Israel’s future. Together, they explore a bold vision for a unified Jewish state, stressing the need for clear communication to address the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They discuss critical issues, including the future of Judea and Samaria, the security of Israel’s eastern border, and overcoming internal divisions, offering a compelling perspective on building a strong, cohesive Israel.
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00:00 Intro
09:40 History of Judea & Samaria
17:05 Where is Israel's Eastern Border
19:49 Why Carving Up Israel Won't Work
21:57 Success of Integrated Arab-Israelis
48:06 Israel's Responsibility
57:00 Understanding the Psychology of the Region
59:10 Conclusion
Amir Avivi, a former IDF general, now leads a group of over 35,000 reserve officers and operatives from all branches of Israel's security forces, focused on shaping the national security narrative. In a conversation with former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman, he provides firsthand insights into Israel's current security challenges and outlines what is needed to ensure the country's safety in the coming years.
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0:33 Intro
1:29 Can Israel be secure if it gives back Judea and Samaria
4:44 What happened after Israel left Gaza
8:36 Ariel Sharon story, deciding to leave Gaza
13:29 Obama’s solution
16:18 Applying security over all of Israel
18:00 Why is Israel not applying security over all of Israel
20:15 General Avivi's IDSF saw two years ago there would be a war
25:45 Gaza after the war
27:18 A meeting with Bibi about Judea and Samaria
35:56 Family clans running Palestinian cities
38:45 Ambassador Friedman’s key points for a fully sovereign Israel
40:25 What is needed to secure Israel for generations