Miriam Herschlag and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week.
God Will Avenge His Blood?
The IDF has allowed, for the first time ever, military gravestones to add “הי״ד” — “God will avenge his blood” — after the name of a slain soldier. Vengeance carved in stone?
Heroes of Israel
There’s a new line of “Heroes of Israel” action figures: IDF soldiers for kids to play with. What exactly do they teach our kids?
It’s Been Long Enough to Make a Baby
For our most unreasonably generous Patreon supporters, in our extra-special, special extra discussion: Nine months of war (long enough to make a baby). Miriam and Noah talk about how they’re doing now.
Plus, a tribute to two people we remember from iconic photographs, and a new exhibit imagines a very different Zionism than the one we got. Plus more new tunes of our times.
Songs
- Anat Moshkovski — Pit’om Hayah Li Tov Kol Kach
- Binyamin Luria — Bayom ha-Hu
- Shavit Noy and Inbar Chetz Roni — Keshe-ha-shemesh Shoka’at
Hi
I am a patreon supporter and would really like to contact Noah by email . I have done so in the past but now can’t find the email address . Please can it be forwarded to me .
Thank you
Besurot tovot
Atida Lipshatz
Hi-
I’m a huge fan! A huge sad fan! You missed a perfect opportunity to play Arabic music. Bill Slott’s sharing on last week’s episode about his witness work protecting Palestinians in the West Bank was one of the most impactful stories in the 8 years I’ve been listening weekly! Please right this oversight! Your music is always beautiful and an important part of the episode.
With deep respect and gratitude,
Jess Kaz (mom of 4 Midwest Young Judeans, Jerusalemite (1971-74, 1987 and 1997-2001)
You’re right, Jess. You’re just, plain right. I’ve been so fixated on post-October 7 music, that I missed this obvious opportunity.
Thanks for writing, for listening, for creating 4 Midwest Young Judaeans and, no doubt, for lots and lots more.
Warmest,
Noah