Shows / The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
The MirYam Institute's podcasts are uploaded for your listening pleasure and convenience. Taking the form of speeches, interviews, conversations and debates, our podcasts are an ideal way for you to join our conversation about Israel wherever you are. Learn more about the MirYam Institute at www.MirYamInstitute.org
Episodes
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
RESCUED HOSTAGE ALMOG MEIR-JAN, LIVE IN NYC
In a change to our regular format, and in advance of the expected release of a further three hostages, today's show features a conversation between me and…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
TRUMP’S GAZA COMMENTS SHAKE UP THE WORLD!
In this episode, Yaakov Lappin and I analyze the press briefings of Presidenrt Donald Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu during Bibi’s trip to D.C Doubling…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
GAZANS TO EGYPT? EGYPTIAN SECURITY FORCES IN GAZA? BRINGING THE HOSTAGES HOME!
In this episode, Yaakov Lappin and I discuss President Trump’s suggestion that the Gazans should be relocated to Egypt and Jordan, before talking about the…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
THE UNSPOKEN PERILS OF THE HOSTAGE-RELEASE DEAL
This episode features a read-out of my most recent op-ed, published by JNS.ORG on Thursday, January 23rd. A link to the oped is included in the show notes, as…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
THE ONGOING ANGUISH OF ISRAELI HOSTAGE FAMILY MEMBERS
We are celebrating the safe return of three female hostages held in captivity by Hamas. They are Romi Gonen, 24, Emily Damari, 28, and Doron Steinbrecher, 31…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
THREE OF ISRAEL'S HOSTAGES HAVE COME HOME! CELEBRATING THEIR RETURN AMID CONCERNS ABOUT THE DEAL
On Sunday, January 19th, 2025, Romi Gonen (24), Emily Damari (28) and Doron Steinbrecher (31), were reunited with their loved ones inside Israel.In this…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
HOSTAGE RELEASE DEAL ON THE BRINK OF BEING SEALED
This episode was recorded on Wednesday, January 15th, against the declaration by incoming President Donald Trump that a hostage-release deal between Israel and…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
KEEP THE ENEMY AWAY FROM OUR BORDERS + ALL MUST SERVE!
In this episode, Yaakov Lappin and I discuss several of this week’s events, many of which emanate from Israel previously allowing its enemies to operate far…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
IDF COMMANDO RAID DEEP IN SYRIA AND TERROR IN AMERICA
In this episode of the show, I’m joined by The MirYam Institute In-House Analyst Yaakov Lappin to discuss the incredible IDF commando raid inside Syria to…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteSEASON FINALE: ISRAEL DESTROYS ENEMY'S NUCLEAR REACTOR IN SURPRISE AERIAL, CROSS BORDER RAID
In this season finale, Major General (Res.) Eli Shkedi tells me about Israel's stark surprise at the knowledge that an enemy state is developing a nuclear…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
HOUTHIS, OUR HOSTAGES, HAMAS & NUKES - WHAT AWAITS IN 2025?
In this final episode of the podcast this year, I sit down with Yaakov Lappin, in-house analyst for The MirYam Institute, to discuss the increased incoming…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteEP 4 PART 1: COMMANDER OF ISRAELI AIR-FORCE & HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR'S SON APPROVES AUSCHWITZ FLYOVER
In this episode, I'm invited into the home of Major-General (Res.) Eliezer Shkedi, the son of a Holocaust survivor who climbed Israel's military ranks to…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstitutePUT YOUR LEGS ON! IDF AMPUTEE, HERO & INSPIRATION, BORIS SHTONDA
In this episode, recorded on December 12th, 2024, I sit down with IDF veteran, amputee and hero, Boris Shtonda, whose leg was amputated as a result of a…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteEPISODE 3, PART 2: LEGENDARY IDF BATTLEFIELD COMMANDER ON TACTICS, STRATEGY AND LEADERSHIP
Filmed before the Hamas massacre of October 7th, Brigadier General "Chiko" Tamir (Res.) gives an ominous warning about Hamas's determination to build a full…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
DISGRACEFUL COMMENTS FROM FORMER IDF CHIEF, DONALD TRUMP’S HOSTAGE TWEET & SYRIA UNRAVELS?
In this episode, I’m joined by my colleague Yaakov Lappin to discuss the appalling comments made by former IDF Chief of Staff Moshe ‘Bogie’ Yaalon against the…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteISRAEL OUTSIDE-IN, EPISODE 3, PART 1: AT THE LEBANON-ISRAEL BORDER WITH A LEGENDARY IDF BATTLEFIELD COMMANDER
Brigadier General "Chiko" Tamir invites me into his home to talk about his career as a venerated combat officer in the Israel Defense Forces. At the border…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
CEASEFIRE ANNOUNCED! HERE'S WHY I OPPOSE IT.
In this episode, I sit down with Yaakov Lappin to discuss the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon - and we quickly arrive at points of very…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteISRAEL OUTSIDE-IN, EPISODE 2: BEACH WORKOUT WITH ISRAEL'S NEXT LEADERS & WALKING TOUR OF TEL-AVIV AND THE CARMEL MARKET
In this episode, I'm put through my paces for an early morning, beach workout with HAMASLUL (www.hamaslul.co.il), an organization that prepares Israeli youth…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
ICC ISSUES ARREST WARRANTS: A LEGAL SCHOLAR RESPONDS, FEATURING PROF. AVI BELL
Recorded on Thursday, November 21, 2024, in the wake of the announcement by the International Criminal Court that arrest warrants have been issued for Prime…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BIBI IN GAZA & THE KNESSET! ARE ELECTIONS IN THE AIR?
In this episode, Yaakov Lappin and I begin by pondering whether or not election season is underway in Israel. We then turn to Bibi's recent visit to the Gaza…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteISRAEL OUTSIDE-IN, EPISODE 1 PART 2: HOW THE ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES SAVE LIVES: ISRAEL OUTSIDE IN, WITH BENJAMIN ANTHONY
Join me on Israel Inside-Out as I take you on a journey to experience the sites, sounds and tastes of Israel as we meet with leading personalities from the one…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteISRAEL OUTSIDE-IN, EPISODE 1 PART 1: HOW THE ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES SAVE LIVES: ISRAEL OUTSIDE-IN WITH BENJAMIN ANTHONY
Join me on Israel Inside-Out as I take you on a journey to experience the sites, sounds and tastes of Israel as we meet with leading personalities from the one…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
DEFENSE MINISTER GALLANT FIRED: HERE'S ONE OF THE PRIMARY REASONS!
In this episode, MirYam Institute In-House Analyst, Yaakov Lappin, is joined by Col. (res.) David Hacham, former Arab Affairs Advisor to multiple Israeli…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteEPILOGUE: RISING FROM THE HORROR OF OCTOBER 7TH
In this episode, I visit Amir Tibon at his temporary home in Kibbutz Mishmar Ha’emek in northern Israel, a community that opened its doors to residents of…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteTHE OCTOBER 7TH CHRONICLES: EPISODE 1 PART 2: SURVIVOR AMIR TIBON DETAILS HIS FATHER'S BATTLE TO SAVE HIS FAMILY
In this episode, Amir Tibon describes the heroic battle undertaken by his father, Major General Noam Tibon (Ret.) to rescue Amir, his wife Miri and and their…
The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam InstituteTHE OCTOBER 7TH CHRONICLES: EPISODE 1 PART 1: SURVIVOR AMIR TIBON, BRINGS US INTO THE FAMILY HOME ATTACKED BY HAMAS
In this episode of the show recorded in March 2024, Amir Tibon, brings me into his home in Kibbutz Nahal Oz. This bullet-riddled house, recently built by him…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
ON STRATEGY: BUILD YOUR HOUSE WITH A STRONG FOUNDATION
Standing in for me this week is The Miryam Institute’s in-house analyst Yaakov Lappin. Going solo, he responds to various critiques of Israel's war effort, and…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
LIVE FROM NYC: 2 ROUNDS OF ROBUST DISCUSSION ON ISRAEL AND THE JEWISH PEOPLE!
On September 19th, 2024, The MirYam Institute hosted a robust dialogue between former Member of Knesset and former Deputy Ambassador to Egypt, Ruth…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
OCTOBER 7TH : A TRAGIC YEAR HAS PASSED
In this episode, I sit down with Yaakov Lappin to discuss what has been an horrific year for Israel and the Jewish people. We did so from a deeply subdued…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
ISRAEL MUST RETALIATE & TARGET IRAN'S NUCLEAR FACILITIES, THE IMPLICATIONS OF NASRALLAH'S ELIMINATION
In this episode, I'm joined by Yaakov Lappin to discuss the implications of the elimination of Hassan Nasrallah and how Israel ought to respond to the second…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
CEASEFIRE WITH HEZBOLLAH AND BIBI AT THE UNITED NATIONS
Recorded on September 26th amid international pressure for a ceasefire with Hezbollah being applied to Israel, I'm joined by Yaakov Lappin to discuss why a…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BEEP. BEEP. ISRAEL CALLING?
In this episode, I’m joined by Yaakov Lappin to discuss the recent wave of explosions in Hezbollah‘s communication devices as well as the machinations behind…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
U.S. PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE & GALLANT READIES SOLDIERS FOR SOUTHERN LEBANON
In this episode, Yaakov and I delve into the implications and intentions of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant’s recent declaration to IDF soldiers that an…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
ISRAEL’S PREEMPTIVE STRIKE, HOSTAGE RESCUED FROM GAZA & JUDEA & SAMARIA HEAT UP
In this episode, Yaakov and I debate the outcome of Israel’s preemptive strike against Hezbollah and the strategic and operational posture of the IDF at this…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
PART 2/2: JOHN SPENCER, CHAIR OF URBAN WARFARE STUDIES AT WEST POINT
In part two of my conversation with John Spencer, I ask him whether he believes that the global criticism against the actions of the IDF is the result of an…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
PART 1/2: JOHN SPENCER, CHAIR OF URBAN WARFARE STUDIES AT WEST POINT
This episode features my in-person conversation with John Spencer, the Chair Of Urban Warfare Studies at the United States Military Academy at West Point…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
THE IDF RETURNS TO KHAN YUNIS, EGYPT SHOULD ABSORB THE GAZANS, IRANIAN PLANS TO ATTACK ISRAEL WHILE COZYING UP TO RUSSIA AND THE ISLAMIFICATION OF BRITAIN?
In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Yaakov Lappin, in-house analyst at The MirYam Institute. We delve into the IDF's reutrn to Khan Yunis, the…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN IN CONVERSATION: with Col. Frank Sobchak (Ret.) on Hamas' Open Source intel used on October 7th, teaching for the MirYam Institute in wartime Israel, man's search for purpose and fallout from recent targeted assassinations
In this episode, I’m joined by Frank Sobchak (PhD), a retired Colonel with 26 years of military service that included leading Special Forces teams and…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN IN CONVERSATION: with Col. Dave, US Army Colonel and educator on visiting Nazi death camps and the collaboration of US Military Colleges with the MirYam Institute
Every year, The MirYam Institute brings delegations of current and future military officers to Poland and then directly on to Israel for a 12 day tour of the…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN DISCUSS: BIBI SPEAKS TO CONGRESS, WANING SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL IN CONGRESS, THE NEW STATE SOLUTION AND RECOVERING ISRAEL'S DEAD FROM GAZA
In this episode, I'm joined by Yaakov Lappin to take a candid look at PM Netanyahu's address to a joint session of the U.S. Congress, with a particular…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN DISCUSS: ASSASSINATION ATTEMPTS, LATEST HOSTAGE NEGOTIATIONS AND THE STATE OF PUBLIC DISCOURSE
In this episode, Benjamin and Yaakov discuss the attempted assassinations of Muhammad Deif and - in a completely different scenario - Republican nominee…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN DISCUSS: IDF KIBBUTZ BE'ERI PROBE FINDINGS RELEASED, DEFENSE MINISTER AND PRIME MINISTER AT ODDS, TACKLING HEZBOLLAH AND THE DAY AFTER IN GAZA
In this episode, recorded on July 11th 2024, I'm joined by Yaakov Lappin, In-House Analyst at The MirYam Institute. He and I discuss the just released findings…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
9 ISRAELIS Vs. 80 TERRORISTS, CIVIL RAPID RESPONSE UNIT HERO RECALLS OCTOBER 7TH SHOWDOWN WITH HAMAS
In this episode, I interview Oren Shalom, a retired Sgt. in the IDF who used his background in the elite counter-terror force Duvdevan to establish civilian…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN DISCUSS: ISRAEL’S NORTHERN FRONT HEATS UP, POLITICIZATION OF HOSTAGE NEGOTIATIONS AND PTSD IN THE IDF
In this episode of the podcast, Yaakov Lappin and Benjamin discuss the implications of the IDF approval of operational plans to combat Hezbollah in southern…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN: HEZBOLLAH ESCALATES, US V. IRAN? AND THE DARING HOSTAGE RESCUE MISSION
In this episode, I’m joined by in-house analyst Yaakov Lappin to discuss the dangerous and steep escalation of fire from Hezbollah in Lebanon into northern…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN IN CONVERSATION: with Izhar Lifshitz, son of Oded, 83 and Yocheved Lifshitz, 85, kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7th
This interview of Izhar Lifshitz took place in front of a live audience of US military cadets, in Poland. The delegates had traveled to Poland as part of the…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN: NAZI DEATH CAMPS, HOSTAGE NEGOTIATIONS & BIBI'S COMMUNICATIONS
In this episode, I'm joined by in-house analyst, Yaakov Lappin. We discuss the recent MirYam Institute delegation to the Polish death camps with the cadets of…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN: INTERNATIONAL COURTS BREACH LEGAL NORMS, BIBI TO D.C. AND RESPECTING THE BEREAVED
In this episode of the podcast, Benjamin is joined as he often is by MirYam Institute's in-house analyst, Yaakov Lappin. Before turning to the appalling ruling…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN: HANDLING THE STRESS OF WARTIME ISRAEL
For this episode, Benjamin takes a different direction and asks Yaakov Lappin, in-house analyst at The MirYam Institute, to talk about how he manages the…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN: DEFENSE MINISTER GALLANT’S BOMBSHELL NEWS CONFERENCE & TRAGIC FRIENDLY FIRE INCIDENTS
In this episode, Benjamin is joined by regular podcast partner, MirYam’s in-house analyst, Yaakov Lappin to discuss Defense Minister Gallant’s recent press…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
THE DAY AFTER IN GAZA: YAAKOV LAPPIN IN CONVERSATION WITH COL. (RES.) DAVID HACHAM
In this episode, MirYam Institute's In-House Analyst, Yaakov Lappin sits down with Col. David Hacham, former advisor on Arab affairs to seven Israeli Ministers…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN IN CONVERSATION: with Aviram Meir, uncle of hostage Almog Meir Jan on the struggle to bring him home. Day 209 in captivity
In this episode of the podcast, Benjamin is joined by Aviram Meir, uncle of Almog Meir-Jan. Almog was kidnapped on October 7th and remains in Hamas captivity…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN: CAMPUS ANTISEMITISM, FRAYING BI-PARTISAN SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL HOSTAGE DEAL LATEST
In this episode, Yaakov Lappin joins Benjamin to discuss the latest on the campus of UCLA, Israel’s lack of strategy fighting the media war, the urgent need to…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN: THE IRANIAN STRIKE ON ISRAEL: HOW SHOULD ISRAEL RETALIATE?
Following Iran’s massive attack against Israel, Benjamin is joined as always, by The MirYam Institute’s In-House-Analyst, Yaakov Lappin to discuss how Israel…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN DISCUSS: IDF CHIEF OF STAFF KOHAVI IN NEW YORK, AN IDF WITHDRAWAL? AND DOMESTIC UPRISINGS?
In this episode, Benjamin is joined by Yaakov Lappin, In-House analyst at The MirYam Institute. They discuss the forthcoming briefing in New York City by Lt…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN AND YAAKOV LAPPIN: DID THE U.S. REALLY JUST CALL FOR AN IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE?
Join Benjamin with Yaakov on the balcony in Rishon Letzion for their most strikingly informal yet serious conversation to date. Following a report that…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN'S JERUSALEM POST OP-ED: Egypt must reap what it sowed to prevent another October 7th
This is Benjamin's own narration of an op-ed published in the Jerusalem Post on Sunday, February 18th 2024. Originally titled "Egypt and Gazans Must Reap What…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN's ISRAEL BRIEFING: Hostage Family Member Aviram Meir with Analysis of Israeli and American Military Campaigns from Yaakov Lappin
In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Aviram Meir, uncle of Almog Meir-Jan. Almog was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7th. He's a 21 year old civilian…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN'S ISRAEL BRIEFING: ICJ ruling, hostage negotiations and IDF progress in Gaza
In this episode of the briefing, I'm joined by Avi Bell, professor of law at Bar Ilan University and University of San Diego, Yaakov Lappin, In-House Analyst…
- The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute
BENJAMIN ANTHONY'S ISRAEL WAR BRIEF: Swords Of Iron, Situational Update
In this episode, I'm joined by Yaakov Lappin, In-House Analyst at The MirYam Institute. He and I discuss the different visions for the day after the war, as…