Unpacking Israeli History

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  • Join self-confessed history nerd Dr. Noam Weissman on a journey through the fascinating and sometimes controversial events and personalities that have shaped Israel’s past and present. Each week, Noam explores the layers of Israeli history, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the cultural forces at play—drawing on a variety of sources and perspectives. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply looking to better understand this complex region, you’ll find a nuanced, authentic, and thought-provoking take on Israel—free from oversimplification and political spin.
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Episodes
  • How a Secret Treaty Redrew the Middle East: Sykes-Picot, San Remo, and the Birth of Israel (re-release)

    How a Secret Treaty Redrew the Middle East: Sykes-Picot, San Remo, and the Birth of Israel (re-release)
    May 6 2025
    Unpacking Israeli History is coming to Chicago on June 8 for its first ever LIVE event! Buy your tickets now EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Get your tickets before May 19 using the discount code UIHCHI for a 20% discount on your tickets. Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of today's world? Host Noam Weissman turns to history for grounding—specifically, the overlooked story that helped shape the modern Middle East. In this episode, Noam revisits the pivotal but often misunderstood 1916 Sykes-Picot Agreement and the far more important 1920 San Remo Conference. Through conversations with experts and reflections on conversations with friends like Ahmed Fouad Alkatib, Noam explores why Sykes-Picot became a popular scapegoat—and why San Remo is the real foundation for Israel's existence today. Click here for the sources used for this episode. Follow Unpacking Israeli History on ⁠Instagram⁠ and check us out on ⁠youtube⁠. Please get in touch at noam@unpacked.media. This podcast was brought to you by Unpacked, a division of OpenDor Media. ------------------- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠ ⁠Soulful Jewish Living⁠ ⁠Stars of David with Elon Gold ⁠ ⁠Wondering Jews
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    39 mins
  • Inside the Mossad: Unbelievable Missions That Shaped Israel's Destiny (re-released)

    Inside the Mossad: Unbelievable Missions That Shaped Israel's Destiny (re-released)
    Apr 29 2025
    This year has tested Israel and the Jewish people like never before. Amid devastating war, political chaos, and a global surge in antisemitism, Noam Weissman reflects on an astonishing truth: it could have been even worse. In this episode of Unpacking Israeli History, Noam revisits a few breathtaking stories of Israel’s legendary intelligence agency, the Mossad, whose secret missions have saved countless lives. From the brilliant sabotage of Hezbollah's communications network in 2024 to the dramatic 1973 "Operation Spring of Youth" where Israeli commandos disguised themselves in drag to eliminate top PLO leaders, these missions are the stuff of spy thrillers—except they're real. Follow Unpacking Israeli History on ⁠Instagram⁠ and check us out on ⁠youtube⁠. Unpacking Israeli History: Black Saturday: Bibliography Please get in touch at noam@unpacked.media. This podcast was brought to you by Unpacked, a division of OpenDor Media. ------------------- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠ ⁠Soulful Jewish Living⁠ ⁠Stars of David with Elon Gold ⁠ ⁠Wondering Jews
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    40 mins
  • Yom HaShoah: Remembering the Holocaust, Redefining Jewish Heroism

    Yom HaShoah: Remembering the Holocaust, Redefining Jewish Heroism
    Apr 22 2025
    Host Noam Weissman explores the powerful origins and evolving meaning of Yom HaShoah ve HaGevurah, Israel’s official Holocaust Remembrance Day. Why doesn’t Israel observe Holocaust Memorial Day on January 27th like the rest of the world? The answer lies in a gripping story of resistance, memory, politics, and identity. This episode confronts painful truths, honors acts of defiance, and ultimately asks: how do we remember the Holocaust in a way that affirms Jewish resilience and identity? Click here for the sources used in this episode. Follow Unpacking Israeli History on Instagram and check us out on youtube. Please get in touch at noam@unpacked.media. This podcast was brought to you by Unpacked, a division of OpenDor Media. ------------------- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: Jewish History Nerds Soulful Jewish Living Stars of David with Elon Gold Wondering Jews
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    40 mins
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Excellent History Lessons

I recommend this book to anyone who wants to understand the modern history of Israel.

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