Israel Hour Radio

11/25/2025

L'hitraot to all of our friends in the USA and Canada. It's been quite a visit... but we're excited to get back HOME! 🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱
EL AL אל על

11/23/2025

You have no idea how happy it makes me to be here. :)
Tune in live at 11:00 Eastern at wrsu.org !

11/23/2025

Good morning, friends! We're on the radio today at 11 am Eastern, but we'll be audio only - NOT on Facebook live, unfortunately. Please join us live at WRSU.org. "See" you then!

11/21/2025

What. A. Night!

I have been learning so much from the young leaders of Students Supporting Israel - SSI here in the Toronto area.

I've been learning of the extreme challenges of life on campus these days.

Protests.
Harassment, online and offline.
Intimidation.
Fear.
BDS resolutions, and their consequences for students.

No, life is not easy for Jewish and pro-Israel university students in 2025.

But there's another incredible side to this story.

I've also learned about the amazing people committed to making a difference - on campus, and in the world.

Last night, I had the pleasure of speaking to another remarkable group of students, this time at York University in Toronto. And once again, I gained much more than I ever could have given - leaving campus impressed, moved, and inspired.

Daniil, the president of SSI at York, is an aspiring politician, ready to take on Canada and the world, and truly make a difference.

Bisrat is a non-Jewish student from Ethiopia, whose admiration for Israel runs deep.

Medya emigrated to Canada from Iran two years ago. She is not Jewish, but gravitated towards the students of SSI over their common disdain for the Iranian regime. She's a regular at their events.

All of the students I met this week are simply superheroes, who refuse to be intimidated. They know they're on the right side of history, and are ready, willing, and able to fight for what's right.

I am simply in awe of the work of Students Supporting Israel and its amazing leaders. I came to share Israeli music and culture - but left with so much more.

11/21/2025

Seen hanging at the Student Center at York University. THIS is what some people believe "justice" and "peace" should look like. Jewish students are forced to walk by this mural daily. Shameful. Welcome to university life in 2025.

Students Supporting Israel - SSI

11/20/2025

If you're already in Toronto...

11/19/2025

On November 5, an IDF soldier came to speak to pro-Israel students at Toronto Metropolitan University.

It wasn't long before the event turned ugly.

Protestors violently forced their way into the building during the talk, leaving students injured, shaken, and scared.

Today, nearly 2 weeks later, I was scheduled to speak to students at TMU. I learned that they almost cancelled the event - but four brave students (accompanied by two security guards) met me at a small restaurant in downtown Toronto to discuss Israel, music, October 7, Aliyah, and so much more.

Just four students? Yup. I learned that many students are now afraid to attend pro-Israel events on or near TMU's campus. This is the sad state of affairs on university campuses in 2025.

It was, by far, the most unusual talk I've ever given.

It also may be my favorite one ever.

Sitting with these bright, passionate, thoughtful students, learning first-hand about what's been happening on campus, and discussing their passion for Israel was simply inspiring. I learned much more from them than they did from me.

Plain and simple: these kids will not back down.
They will not be intimidated by the haters.
They are proud Zionists, and not afraid to share it with the world.

Sure, I shared some music. And we discussed many of the emotions of October 7 and what it's been like to live in Israel during this time. I hope I gave them just a little bit of strength and encouragement to continue standing up for Israel during this very challenging period.

But I gained SO much more.

I was there to share Israel's story... but as it turned out, THEIR story is also one that needs to be shared.

I left our meeting feeling really good about the future of our nation. With these young people paving the way, the pro-Israel community in Canada is in really good hands.

Thanks for inviting me, Students Supporting Israel - SSI !

11/17/2025

Most of the hostages may be home, but the emotions of October 7 remain very raw and very real. Tonight in Minnesota, a small but mighty crowd came together to connect deeply to Israel through its music - and to joyfully sing their troubles away at the end of the presentation. Thanks so much to Students Supporting Israel - SSI for inviting us!

Tomorrow - on to Toronto!

11/16/2025

Good morning from sunny Florida! On my way to not-so-sunny Minneapolis, but very excited to bring warmth to the community through Israeli music and the spirit of Israel!

No show today, unfortunately. Looking forward to being with you live next Sunday!

11/12/2025

Here we go! ✈️
Looking forward to seeing many of you in the US and Canada!
Thanks EL AL אל על for taking good care of us. See you on the other side!

11/12/2025

NEW PODCAST EPISODE (link in comments):

What Israeli songs did the hostages ask to hear after their release from two years of captivity? What songs ran through their minds day after day, during their long and painful ordeal? Now that our living hostages are finally home, we've learned a bit more about their experiences: the torture and starvation, yes, but also the songs that gave them strength for more than two years. We shared a few of these songs on a previous show, but thanks to the folks at Kan Gimmel radio, we now have even more information, more firsthand stories, and more significant music. You may never be able to hear these songs in quite the same way again. (Original Air Date: November 9, 2025)

(Image credit: The Times of Israel)

11/12/2025

What a month for Israeli music in North America! יונינה Yonina, David Broza, הפרויקט של רביבו, and Aviv Geffen are all on their way this November. Visit https://www.israeliconcerts.com/ for details!

Discover upcoming Israeli concerts across the United States and Canada, all in one place. Whether you’re searching for Israeli pop stars, legendary folk icons, or the hottest new voices from Tel Aviv, our concert calendar keeps you updated with tour dates, venues, and ticket links. From New York t...