# Steven Shalowitz

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War, Intelligence, and the Future of Israel: A Conversation with Yaakov Katz

In this episode of IsraelCast, Yaakov Katz joins Steven Shalowitz for an in-depth conversation about the intelligence failures, political assumptions, and regional dynamics that shaped the October 7 attacks and continue to impact Israel today. Drawing from his bestselling book While Israel Slept, K…

Strength After Survival: Sarri Singer on Trauma, Healing, and Resilience

In this deeply moving episode of IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz sits down with Sarri Singer to discuss survival, trauma, and the lifelong journey of healing after terror. Sarri recounts the events of June 11, 2003, when she survived the bombing of Jerusalem's No. 14 bus, sharing the split-second deci…

The History They Don't Teach: Melissa Brodsky on Truth, Propaganda, and Israel

In this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz welcomes independent writer and researcher Melissa Brodsky, author of The Lioness Writes on Substack. Known for her meticulous use of primary sources and documented evidence, Melissa explores the historical blind spots, propaganda networks, and m…

Judge Roy K. Altman on History, Evidence, and the Law

In this engaging episode of IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz sits down with Judge Roy K. Altman to discuss his new book, Israel on Trial: Examining the History, the Evidence, and the Law. Drawing on history, archaeology, and international law, Altman addresses some of the most common accusations levele…

Changing the Narrative: Rawan Osman's Journey

In this episode of IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz speaks with Rawan Osman about her extraordinary personal journey and the experiences that transformed her understanding of Israel, Judaism, and the Middle East. Growing up in Lebanon and Syria, Rawan was taught to view Israel and the Jewish people as …

Aryeh Green on Finding Peace in the Promised Land

In this episode of IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz sits down with author, policy advisor, and Israel advocate Aryeh Green to discuss his new book, Finding Peace in the Promised Land. Drawing on decades of experience in public diplomacy, policy, and regional engagement, Green presents a new approach to…

Zero to 100: Inside Israel's Elite Unit 669

In this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Captain (Res.) Bar Reuven for an inside look at Unit 669, the Israeli Air Force's elite combat search and rescue unit. Bar reveals what it takes to earn a place in one of the IDF's most selective units, where thousands compete for …

The Tyranny of False Choices with Rey Ramsey

One teacher saw what others had missed—and changed the course of Rey Ramsey's life. After being mocked in the classroom and labeled "Oblivious," Rey stopped raising his hand for three years. Then came along his sixth-grade teacher, Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Peiffer, who told him something no one else had…

Extremism, Propaganda, and the Fight Against Antisemitism

On this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Catherine Perez-Shakdam for a candid conversation on extremism, antisemitism, and the forces shaping the Middle East and the West. Drawing from her firsthand experiences, Catherine discusses the influence of Iran, the Muslim Brothe…

Tal Shoham – Life in Gaza's Tunnels: A Survivor's Story

Host Steven Shalowitz speaks with former hostage Tal Shoham, who was abducted from Kibbutz Be'eri on October 7 and held in Gaza for 505 days. Tal recalls the terrifying moments of barricading with his family and ultimately surrendering to prevent a deadly attack—an instinct he later learned likely …