Professor Steven Nadler explains why the 17th century is a major turning point in the history of Western philosophy, and delves into the merits of graphic books.

Jonathan Israel, professor emeritus of modern European history at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, discusses his book “Expanding Blaze: How the American Revolution Ignited the World, 1775-1848”.

Sociologist Dr. David Hirsh discusses anti-Jewish bigotry among socialist and so-called progressive circles.

Israeli-American novelist Dalia Rosenfeld discusses her critically-acclaimed collection of short stories, in many of which Tel Aviv is a silent protagonist.

Dr. Adel Manna, a historian of modern Palestine and senior fellow at the Van Leer Jerusalem Institute, discusses his new book, “Nakba and Survival: The Story of the Palestinians who Remained in Haifa and the Galilee, 1948-1956.”

Historian Susan Pedersen discusses the League of Nations and the British Mandate of Palestine in a broader context.

Dr. Raz Zimmt is the encyclopedia of policy analysis of Iran. Today’s episode interviews him about the new and changing alliances of the Middle East.

Professor Alon Tal discusses his new and acclaimed book, “The Land is Full: Addressing Overpopulation in Israel,” a plea for a sustainable future for Israel.

Dr. Guy Laron discusses his new book, “The Six Day War: The Breaking of the Middle East.”

Middle East analyst Jonathan Spyer discusses his new book, “Days of the Fall: A Reporter’s Journey in the Syria and Iraq Wars.”