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Ittay Flescher – איתי פלשר
Ittay Flescher is an Australian freelance journalist and educator. After 15 years as a high school teacher in Melbourne and
Galit Roichman – גלית רויכמן
.תסריטאית ומרצה לקולנוע. חיפאית בעבר, תל אביבית בהווה, ישראלית מבטן ומלידה .בעלת תואר ראשון בספרות ותואר שני בקולנוע. חברת האקדמיה
Informative Articles & Videos
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Borgore in his L.A. Studio
Israeli DJ Borgore is known for his over-the-top, jaw-dropping lyrics, videos, and musical style, but in this interview (7:02), you’ll
Guy Gerber on DJ-ing in Ibiza
Israeli DJ/producer Guy Gerber talks Ibiza’s party scene in this clip (1:57). Consistently rated one of the best touring acts
Borgore on Being “the Most Hated Man in EDM”
In this interview (6:11) for Radio.com, Tel Aviv-born DJ Asaf Borger, or Borgore, as he’s known to most, spills his
Becoming Infected Mushroom
Get to know Infected Mushroom – one of Israel’s most popular psytrance bands – in this in-depth interview (9:28) with the 2
Beauty and the Baker
This is the trailer (1:56) for the Israeli series ‘Beauty and the Baker‘ that tells the story of an impossible romance
Israeli Sitcom ‘Nevsu’ Wins Emmy Award
This i24NEWS interview (2:25) with ‘Nevsu‘ star Yossi Vasa and his wife Yarden touches on some of the real-life experiences
Israeli Premiere of ‘Hostages’
In this clip (4:04), hit Israeli TV series ‘Hostages‘ co-creators Rotem Shamir and Omri Givon chat with The Israel Bureau
‘Fauda’ Star Explains Inspiration Behind Hit Show
Co-creator and lead actor Lior Raz talks about his inspiration for the show ‘Fauda‘ in this interview (4:34) with Fox
‘Prisoners of War’ – the Precursor to ‘Homeland’
In this short clip (1:44), Gideon Raff discusses his award-winning Israeli televisions series ‘Prisoners of War.’ The format for the series
Behind the Scenes of CBS’s ‘Hostages’ Pilot
In this behind-the-scenes look (3:15) at the pilot of CBS’s ‘Hostages‘, hear from the show’s executive producers and lead actors about
Q&A with Ofir Touché Gafla
In this casual interview (8:21) put out by “On the Map”, meet Ofir Touché Gafla: a highly talented Israeli author
‘When the World Became White’
This Times of Israel article by reporter Mitch Ginsburg celebrates Dalia Betolin-Sherman’s work and budding contribution to the Israeli literary scene.
Dror Mishani on His Early Literary Influences
Dror Mishani reflects on his early literary influences in this brief clip (1:21). Mishani is an up-and-coming Israeli crime writer
Ayelet Gundar-Goshen’s Award-Winning Debut Novel
In this clip (6:53), Ayelet Gundar-Goshen speaks about her award-winning 2012 debut novel One Night, Markovitch. Gundar-Goshen is a relative
Ari Shavit’s best seller wrestles with Israel’s complexity
In this PBS NewsHour interview (7:46), prolific author and reporter Ari Shavit shares some of his complex views on the Israeli-Arab conflict.
Up Close and Personal with A. B. Yehoshua
Published by the Dan David Prize committee, this clip (3:14) introduces one of Israel’s most beloved and internationally acclaimed writers: A.
‘Sapiens’ by Yuval Noah Harari
This animated book summary (5:39) walks us through the New York Times bestseller by Israeli writer, historian, and professor Yuval
First Israeli Book to Win Man Booker Prize
Published by i24NEWS, this news clip (1:52) celebrates Israel’s first win, and winner, of the Man Booker International Prize in 2017.
Remembering Amos Oz
PBS NewsHour pays tribute to one of Israel’s most internationally acclaimed thinkers and writers in this clip (3:26). Born in Jerusalem
Rabin, Peres, and Arafat Share 1994 Peace Prize
This news clip (2:14) from the AP Archive covers the 1994 Nobel Peace Prize ceremony and some of the aftermath
S.Y. Agnon: Winner of Israel’s First Nobel Prize
In an article from Commentary Magazine titled ‘Filling the Artistic Void’, rabbi and writer Meir Y. Soleveichik discusses the profound
Begin on Shared Nobel Prize with Sadat
Hear Menachem Begin‘s public response to having been announced as one of the two winners of 1978’s Nobel Peace Prize
A Talk With Aaron Ciechanover
Renowned Israeli biologist Aaron Ciechanover explains his research in protein degradation in this clip (2:19) from Israel’s official YouTube channel.
Daniel Kahneman On Our Two Systems of Thinking
In this clip (4:22) from British news hub The Guardian, Israeli-American psychologist Daniel Kahneman breaks down the concept of slow
Israel’s First Nobel Prize in Science
This clip (3:18) from Haifa’s Technion Institute introduces Israel’s first Nobel prize winners in science: Avram Hershko and Aaron Ciechanover. They
Robert Aumann: If You Want Peace, Prepare For War
In this clip (2:42), Israeli-American Nobel prize winner Robert Aumann explains what mathematics and game theory have to do with nuclear
Hershko and Ciechanover Explain The Ubiquitin System
Take a user-friendly visual tour of the discovery that won Israelis Aaron Ciechanover and Avram Hershko the 2004 Nobel Prize in
Israel Boasts the Most Vegans Per Capita in the World
This article, from the magazine Israel21c, reports that Israel has the most vegans per capita in the world, due to
A talk with Robert Aumann
Hear Israeli-American mathematician Robert Aumann speak about the contribution that earned him and Thomas Schelling 2005’s Nobel Prize in Economics
A Brief History of Yiddish Food in Israel
This clip [02:13], from the documentary film, “Make Hummus Not War,” offers a brief history of Ashkenazi (Eastern European
Celebrating Michael Levitt’s Nobel prize
This video clip (5:33) follows Israeli-American-British biophysicist Michael Levitt’s emotionally-charged morning on the day of the announcement that he was
A talk with Dan Shechtman
In this clip (3:53), hear about how Dan Shechtman, Israeli winner of the 2011 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, came to
Dan Shechtman reminisces about his early years
Israeli Nobel prize-winning scientist Dan Shechtman sits down with 21see and reminisces about his early years in this clip (2:16).
Ada Yonath: Israel’s First Female Nobelist
Learn how Israeli Nobelist Ada Yonath went from a childhood of intense poverty to an adulthood of innovation and international
Why Israelis Love Eurovision
In light of Israel’s 2018 victory at the Eurovision Song Contest, which resulted in Israel hosting the competition in 2019,
Idan Raichel: Bringing Collaborative Israeli Music to the World
This exclusive interview (07:34) with iconic Israeli musician Idan Raichel (07:34) reveals his thoughts on the power of collaborative music,
Arieh Warshel explains his prize-winning work
In this brief clip (1:43) from the University of Southern California, renowned Israeli biochemist and biophysicist Arieh Warshel explains in
Meet Nobelists Arieh Warshel and Michael Levitt
Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at scientists Arieh Warshel and Michael Levitt in this excerpt (3:53) from “The Nobelists,” a YES documentary
Israeli Musicians Strike a Note Abroad
This video (03:20) explores the recent phenomenon of Israeli musicians making it in the international music scene, especially New York.
Tel Aviv Museum of Art Attracts Art-Lovers From Around the World
Featuring tourists from all over the world, this video from ISRAEL21see (02:52) introduces the Amir Wing of the Tel Aviv
Mayumana: Bringing Israeli Creativity to the International Stage
Produced by ISRAEL21see, this video (03:16) puts the spotlight on Mayumana, an internationally-acclaimed Israeli dance troupe that combines music, rhythm,
Worldwide Success of Israeli TV Series
Produced by ISRAEL21see, this video (03:36) explores why so many Israeli television series have been adopted by international producers, including
Sigalit Landau: Bringing Salt Art from the Dead Sea Around the World
From the American PBS News Channel, this segment (03:09) highlights the uniquely Israeli art of Sigalit Landau, a sculptor, video creator
Aqua Creations: Lighting Up the World
Produced by ISRAEL21see, this video (03:35) introduces Aqua Creations, an Israeli lighting design company that has can be found in
10 Israeli Artists Making Their Mark on the World’s Canvas
This article from ISRAEL21c introduces ten Israeli artists adding their unique style and creativity to museums, public and private spaces
Solomon Souza: Israel’s World Renowned Graffiti Artist
This video (02:46) from i24NEWS introduces Solomon Souza, the world renowned street artist best known for his graffiti portraits of
A Taste of Israeli Fashion
Produced by Israel21see, this video (04:51) introduces viewers to the Israeli fashion scene that is taking the world by storm
A Quilt Exhibition Brings the Story of the Kibbutz Movement to the World
Produced by Israel21see, this video (03:29) spotlights the Israel Quilter’s Association’s international exhibition, the story of the kibbutz movement to
Moran Samuel: Israeli Para Athlete and Rowing Champion
This article, from the online news magazine Israel 21c, reports on Moran Samuel, a world rowing champion and winner of the
Static & Ben El On Their Success Abroad
From the KTLA news channel in Los Angeles, this interview (02:07) puts the spotlight on Static & Ben El, an
Rona Ramon– A Hero in Her Own Right
This video [1:06], published by ILTV Israel Daily news platform, reports on Rona Ramon, who passed away on December 18,
Remembering Israel’s First Astronaut: Ilan Ramon
This video [01:53], published by the official YouTube channel of the State of Israel, commemorates Ilan Ramon, the first Israeli
Spacecraft Beresheet — The Beginning of a New Era in Space Exploration
In this video [04:32], Tech Insider, the tech branch of Business Insider, provides background information on the Israeli spacecraft, Beresheet.
Spacecraft Beresheet Proclaims, “Small Country, Big Dreams”
The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) reports in this video, on the Israeli spacecraft Beresheet’s unsuccessful moon landing. Though SpaceIL, the
Beresheet: A Spacecraft to Inspire the Next Generation Of Israeli Youth
i24 NEWS, an Israeli international news channel, reports in this video on the motivation behind the creation of the Israeli
Alex Shatilov: Israeli Artistic Gymnastics Champion
“Love Israel” magazine, created to show the positive aspects of Israeli culture regularly overlooked by the media, interviews artistic gymnast and
Yarden Gerbi: Israeli World Champion in Women’s Judo
This interview [02:42], published by the official YouTube channel of the State of Israel, features an interview with world Judo
Arab-Israeli Munas Dabbur: the highest paid Israeli soccer player in History
This video [02:39], published by the Israeli international news channel, i24 NEWS, features the Arab-Israeli Soccer star, Munas Dabbur,
The Story of Israeli Soccer Superstar Yossi Benayoun
This article, featured in “From the Grapevine,” a website offering positive stories about Israel, reports on Yossi Benayoun’s April 2019 decision to
Sagi Muki: Israeli Judo Champion Proudly Represents Israel
This video, published by the official YouTube channel of the State of Israel, spotlights Sagi Muki, an Israeli judoka (Judo
Shahar Peer: A World Class Tennis Player and Proud Jew
In this article, published by the major Jewish content website, Aish.com, Israeli tennis player Shahar Peer reveals the challenging and triumphant
Omri Casspi: The First Israeli in the NBA
This video [04:09], published by the Sacramento Kings after drafting Omri Casspi, the first Israeli to ever play in the NBA,
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Traditional Practices - Learn How
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How to make Shakshuka–easier than it seems
This video [01:12] from the Haaretz YouTube channel, illustrates how to make the North African dish, Shakshuka, a flavorful mix
Want to make Tahini? It’s Easy, delicious, and super healthy.
Tahini, made from ground sesame seeds, is a nutrient-rich healthy dip which is very popular in Israel. This video from
A simple recipe for Homemade Pita
Learn how to make Israel’s favorite and most versatile bread, pita, with this video [06:48] from Chef John on the
How to Make Delicious Homemade Hummus
This video [03:56], from Adam and Joanne’s inspiredtaste.net, reveals the secret to making fresh, homemade, creamy hummus. Bring the taste of
How to Make Israeli Salad
You’ll find Israeli salad in almost every restaurant, home, or family get together– it’s a staple in the quintessential Israeli
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Music
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Astrix @ Munay Festival 2017
This clip (2:12) from legendary Israeli DJ Astrix’s live set at 2017’s Munay Festival gives a taste of his unique
‘Bella Ciao’ Resistance Anthem Mash-Up by Skazi
This is DJ Skazi‘s modern mash up of ‘Bella Ciao’ (3:57) – an Italian folk song that has become an
Infected Mushroom at Tomorrowland 2018
Israeli psytrance duo-gone-band Infected Mushroom takes Tomorrowland in this snippit (4:20) from their live set there. Haifa-born Erez Eisen and Amit Duvdevani
Infected Mushroom @ T.I.P. Festival 2015
Israeli psychedelic trance duo Infected Mushroom performs live at 2015’s T.I.P. Festival in this clip (7:26). Listed twice in U.K.’s DJ
Borgore – Are You Sure Now?
The song ‘Are You Sure Now?’ (3:04) gives you a taste of the EDM (electronic dance music) stylings of Asaf
‘Davay Davay’ by Skazi
Get a glimpse of Israeli DJ Skazi‘s signature style in this live performance of the song ‘Davay Davay‘ (3:23). The
Be My Friend for Peace, the Remix
This techno mashup by Tel Aviv-based artist Noy Alooshe (2:30) re-cuts famous words spoken by late Israeli Nobel prize-winning politician Shimon
Ester Rada: Life Happens
This is the music video for the most famous song by Ester Rada, an Israeli singer of Ethiopian origins who
David D’Or: Hagidi Li
This is music video for a Hebrew pop song by Israeli singer, composer and song-writer, David D’Or, Israel’s representative at
Lazer Lloyd: Rockin’
This video of a live festival performance features American-Israeli singer-songwriter and guitarist, Lazer Lloyd, one of the few artists playing
Noga Erez: Dance While You Shoot
This is the official music video for the song that gained Noga Erez international recognition after it was used by
Balkan Beat Box: Move It
This is the official music video for a high-energy song by Balkan Beat Box, an Israeli musical group that plays
Asaf Avidan: Reckoning Song (One Day)
This video presents the original version of the song which ultimately brought Israeli singer-songwriter Asaf Avidan to international success. Originally
David Broza: East Jerusalem / West Jerusalem (ft. Wyclef Jean)
This music video features Israeli superstar, David Broza, and Grammy award winning American rapper, Wyclef Jean, singing a duet about
Orphaned Land: Norra El Norra
This is the official music video for a song derived from the Yom Kippur prayer service by Orphaned Land, a
Infected Mushroom: Becoming Insane
In a combination of Spanish and English, this music video presents a popular song by Infected Mushroom, a successful Israeli
Yemen Blues: Um Min Al Yaman
This music video presents the unique sounds of Yemen Blues, a blend of traditional Yemenite, West African, jazz, and funk
The Idan Raichel Project: Mi Ma’amakim (From the Depths)
This music video presents one of the most popular songs from the Idan Raichel Project, a unique, intercultural, collaborative musical initiative
Static & Ben El: Tudo Bom
This is the official music video for the English version of Static & Ben El’s hit song, “Tudo Bom,” featuring Colombian
Netta: Toy – Israel’s 4th Eurovision Victory (Lisbon, 2018)
This video present’s Israel’s winning song in the 2018 Eurovision Song Contest in Lisbon, “Toy” by Netta Barzilay, a global
Medley of All of Israel’s Eurovision Songs (1973-2018)
This video (07:25) presents short clips of each of Israel’s performances at the Eurovision Song Contest from 1973-2018. For a
Avi Toledano: Hora – 2nd Place in Eurovision (Horragate, UK, 1982)
This video present’s Israel’s entry in the 1982 Eurovision Song Contest in Harrogate, United Kingdom, “Hora” by Avi Toledano,which earned
Ofra Haza: Chai – 2nd Place in Eurovision (Munich, 1983)
This video present’s Israel’s entry in the 1983 Eurovision Song Contest in Munich, “Chai” by Ofra Haza. The song earned
Gali Atari & Milk & Honey: Hallelujah – Israel’s 2nd Eurovision Victory (Jerusalem, 1979)
This video present’s Israel’s winning song in the 1979 Eurovision Song Contest in Jerusalem, “Hallelujah” by Gali Atari & Milk
Dana International: Diva – Israel’s 3rd Eurovision Victory (Birmingham, 1998)
This video present’s Israel’s winning song in the 1998 Eurovision Song Contest in Birmingham, “Diva” by Dana International, a transgender
Izhar Cohen & Alphabeta: A-Ba-Ni-Bi – Israel’s 1st Eurovision Victory (Paris, 1978)
This video present’s Israel’s winning song in the 1978 Eurovision Song Contest in Paris, “A-Ba-Ni-Bi” by Izhar Cohen and Alphabeta.
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How to Create a Drum Groove with Guy Gerber
In this clip (2:16), learn how to create a top-notch electronic drum beat loop from the studio of world-renowned DJ
Guy Gerber and Sean Combs Present ‘11 11’
This documentary (8:13) features one of the oddest collaborative projects in modern music history – Israeli DJ Guy Gerber and
The Best Israeli DJs on the Tel Aviv Nightlife Scene
Love techno and trance? Check out TimeOut’s rundown of Tel Aviv’s most talented DJs. Some on this list, like Astrix
Behind the Scenes of the American Adaptation of ‘In Treatment’
This clip (2:18) takes you behind the scenes with cast and crew from hit HBO drama ‘In Treatment‘ – the
Conan Interrogates ‘Fauda’ Star
This ‘Fauda’ spoof (2:02) with Conan O’Brien and Lior Raz is an entertaining comedy sketch based on the wildly popular Israeli
Storyboard to Scene in ‘Euphoria’
This brief clip (1:15) walks us through the journey of HBO’s ‘Euphoria’ from storyboard art to top-notch TV. Executive producer
12 Israeli Shows to Binge-Watch Now that You’re Done with ‘Shtisel’
If you’re looking for some great Israeli TV to watch, check out Lior Saltzman’s rundown of her 12 favorite streamable
‘8 New Israeli Writers You Need to Read Right Now’
Looking for a good summer read by an up-and-coming Israeli writer? In ‘8 New Israeli Writers You Need to Read
‘Euphoria’ – Rotating Room Scene Breakdown
There’s more to the rotating room scene from episode 1 of HBO’s ‘Euphoria‘ than meets the eye, as you’ll see in
Yuval Noah Harari on Fear Mongering
Put out by Newsnight, BBC’s place for “ideas and debate,” this brief clip (2:11) of Israeli author Yuval Noah Harari offers
‘Etgar Keret: Based on a True Story’
This is the trailer (1:19) for the hybrid documentary about the life and work of renowned Israeli author Etgar Keret.
Animated clip of Etgar Keret’s ‘Pipes’
Best-selling Israeli author Etgar Keret is lauded for his zany ingenuity, as you’ll experience in this brief scene (1:46) from the
The Thousand Faces of Menachem Begin
Meet the many personas that former prime minister Menachem Begin hid behind during his younger years in this short clip
The Human Side of Israel’s Nobelists
Meet Israel’s recent Nobel prize winners in this Times of Israel article titled ‘Lives of struggle, rejection, vindication: The essence of
President Clinton Remembers Yitzhak Rabin
Former President Bill Clinton has a surprising response when asked to recall his toughest moment as president in this clip
Op-Ed: The Worst Man Ever To Win the Nobel Peace Prize
In an op-ed from the Times of Israel titled ‘The Worst Man Ever to Win the Nobel Peace Prize’, journalist
Chef-Artist Moshe Segev breaks the mold
The magazine,“From the Grapevine,” features this interview with top Israeli chef, Moshe Segev. Segev owns 11 restaurants in Israel, serves
Israeli Chef Yotam Ottolenghi Discusses his new dessert cookbook, “sweet”
This video [04:30] from “CBS This Morning,” features Yotam Ottolenghi, an Israeli chef who became successful through his London-based restaurants
A Taste of Sarona Market’s Diverse Israeli Cuisine
Explore Tel Aviv’s chic Sarona Market through four delicious cuisines showcased in this video [02:22], published by Israel’s official YouTube
Traditional Moroccan Jewish Cuisine in Israel
Moroccan Jewish culture has largely influenced Israeli culture, and one can see this clearly from the popularity of Moroccan food throughout
7 Israeli Singers to Watch in 2018
This article from ISRAEL21c presents a roundup of a few up-and-coming Israeli singers who are developing solid fan bases across
What’s so Good About Israeli Breakfast?
Israel is known for its lavish breakfasts which include fresh salads, different cheeses, spreads, breads. Watch this video [01:10], published
16 of the Best Greatest-Hits Albums from Iconic Israeli Artists
A crash course in Israeli music from ISRAEL21c, this article presents a roundup of the best “greatest hits” compilation albums from
9 Popular Israeli Snacks You Should Try
This article, from Israel 21c, an online news magazine reporting on a variety of current in events in Israel, covers
What Is the Most Popular Street Food in Israel?
This video [01:43], published by the official YouTube channel of the state of Israel, highlights the most popular street food
Netta Barzilai on Representing Israel & Bridging Gaps
In this i24NEWS segment (04:13), filmed before her victory at the 2018 Eurovision Song Contest, Netta Barzilai expresses what an
Eurovision 2019: The Musical
Produced by KAN DIGITAL, the official Israeli broadcasting body for the Eurovision Song Contest, this satirical video features Eurovision co-host, Lucy
Award Winning Chef Michael Solomonov Popularizes Israeli Cuisine in the United States
In this video [04:42], published by 70 Faces Video, a digital media channel dedicated to telling the story of the
Shaya Restaurant: Where Modern Israeli Cuisine meets Southern Flavors
This video [04:50], from CBS’s “The Dish,” features acclaimed Israeli-American chef, Alon Shaya. Alon won “Best Chef” in 2015 and in
Chef Nir Mesika Brings Modern Israeli Cuisine to NYC with his Successful Restaurant, Timna
In this video [02:32], Good Morning America features Israeli Chef Nir Mesika, the owner of Timna restaurant in NYC. Voted
Gal Gadot on The Tonight Show
This video clip (06:11) presents Israeli actress Gal Gadot’s appearance on The Tonight Show Starting Jimmy Fallon, where she talks
Israel State of the Art 2018
Produced by CultureBuzzIsrael, this video (02:31) presents clips of Israel’s most successful artists at home and abroad in the fields
Top Israeli Chef Eyal Shani Discusses His Israeli Cuisine Innovations
This interview [04:42], published by My Jewish Learning, a nondenominational Jewish media platform, features Israeli celebrity chef, Eyal Shani. The
Israel Reacts to Netta’s Eurovision Victory
This i24NEWS segment (05:34) recaps the euphoric reaction in Israel to Netta Barzilai’s victory in the 2018 Eurovision Song Contest,
Chef Einat Admony, the Ultimate “Balaboosta”
Published by the Michelin guide to restaurants, this video [04:17] features Israeli chef Einat Admony, the owner of three highly successful