Israeli Trailblazers
On The Israeli Trailblazers Show, we uncover the fearless Israeli innovators, bold disruptors, and visionaries who are already making your life better — in ways you probably didn’t even know. Hosted by Jennifer Weissmann, Israeli Trailblazers reveals the hidden breakthroughs and inspiring stories that the media rarely shares — from life-saving tech to world-changing ideas that impact your everyday life.
✅ Bold Thinkers. Big Ideas. Your Better Life.
Episodes
60 episodes
The Viral Postcards the Pope Couldn’t Ignore
Zeev Engelmayer—internationally recognized Israeli cartoonist, humorist, and performance artist—has transformed his art in the wake of October 7. Known for outrageous satire, Zeev now creates raw, colorful “postcards” that capture a nation’s tr...
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Season 5
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Episode 59
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15:46
The $10K College Path That Beats $90K U.S. Tuition
Why Campus Israel Could Be the Best College Decision You Ever MakeWhy pay $90,000 a year for a U.S. degree when your child can study in Israel in English for $10,000 — free from antisemitism and full of career opportunities? Ca...
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Season 5
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Episode 60
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3:34
Built in a Desert, Shared with the World: Israel’s Gift of Innovation
How does a tiny country in the desert become a global leader in healing, high-tech, and hope? What if the media has it all wrong about Israel? From pioneering agritech, water-saving technologies, AI and cyber...
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Season 5
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Episode 58
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27:46
Why Polite Fizzles, Bold Builds: The Israeli Way
Discover how Israelis use radical honesty, fearless feedback, and gritty resilience to build global startups, form deep relationships, and thrive in chaos. Are you playing it safe, staying polite, and still not getting ahead?This isn’t a...
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Season 5
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Episode 57
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13:12
Can Art Heal When Words Fail? Tomer Peretz’s Transformative Model for Trauma Survivors.
Paint What You Can’t Say. Israeli artist Tomer Peretz, based in Los Angeles, is proving that art is a powerful tool to process trauma, reclaim your voice, and transform pain into strength.Through his groundbreaking Eight Project, T...
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Season 5
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Episode 56
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12:41
Did We Stop or Delay the Next 9/11?
📍 Recorded inside Israel under rocket fire — I’m Jennifer Weissmann, and this isn’t just another news update. In this urgent episode of Israeli Trailblazers, I take you into the bomb shelters, through the sirens, and beh...
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Season 5
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Episode 55
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3:25
The American City Standing with Israel | Miami Beach’s Bold Defense of Jewish Identity
What does it mean for a city to stand up—loudly and proudly—for its Jewish residents?Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner shares how one American city is defying fear and leading by example. From bold legislation supporting Israel to s...
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Season 5
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Episode 54
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10:53
Surplus to Supper: Israel’s 400K-Meal Model
From Waste to Wonder: How Israel Feeds 400K People a Week Host Jennifer Weissmann sits down with Joseph Gitler, founder of Leket Israel, to reveal how surplus food from hotels, farms, and cafeterias is rescued, r...
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Season 5
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Episode 53
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22:21
How Israel’s Lab-Grown Meat Could Save the Planet.
How Science Is Rethinking Protein to Save the Planet. And Israel’s Bold Mission to Solve Global Food Insecurity.Is lab-grown meat the real food future or just another tech fad? In this episode of Israeli Trailbl...
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Season 5
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Episode 52
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9:32
Jewish Brand Battle: Who Controls the Narrative Now?
Write Your Story—Before the World Rewrites It for You. In this eye-opening episode, branding powerhouse Eitan Chitayat breaks down the viral “I’m That Jew” movement—a bold campaign reclaiming Jewish identity from media distortion a...
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Season 5
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Episode 51
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22:10
Can a Damaged Heart Heal Itself? Israel Says Yes.
🫀What if heart attack damage wasn’t permanent? In this mind-blowing episode, discover how Israeli scientists are defying biology—using cutting-edge molecules to regenerate heart tissue and restore function once thought lost forever.&nb...
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Season 5
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Episode 50
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17:16
Filmmaking Without Fear: Duki Dror on Truth & Jewish Voices
🎥 What stories would you tell if your identity—and your survival—were on the line?In this powerful episode, award-winning Israeli filmmaker Duki Dror joins host Jennifer Weissmann to uncover the untold stories shaping Israe...
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Season 5
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Episode 49
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25:23
Israel’s Deep Sea Secrets: Could This Be Earth’s Alien Frontier?
What if the next giant leap for science isn’t in space—but hidden beneath the waves off Israel’s coast? In this mind-expanding episode of Israeli Trailblazers, we plunge into the abyss with Israeli scientists uncovering <...
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Season 5
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Episode 48
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16:09
Dead Sea: Why This Natural Wonder Is Disappearing & How To Help.
The Dead Sea is vanishing. Will you stand by and watch history disappear? One of the world’s greatest natural wonders—sacred to billions across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—is shrinking by four feet every year. The Jordan River...
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Season 5
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Episode 47
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15:15
Boom! The Israeli AI Startup Taking Over Vacation Rentals.
Uncover how Israel's culture of innovation is reshaping the vacation rental industry! On this episode of Israeli Trailblazers, we’re joined by Shahar Goldboim, founder of Boom—the world’s first AI-powered property management system des...
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Season 5
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Episode 46
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17:22
Middle East’s Greatest Threat in 27 Minutes.
Why should the Middle East conflict matter to you? Qatar mediating 'peace' talks with Hamas? Its impact reaches far beyond the region, affecting global stability (shipping lanes, technology, trade, etc) and your daily life. In this urgent episo...
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Season 5
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Episode 45
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27:06
Inside Mossad: How Israel’s Spy Network Shapes Global Security
Did you know Israel’s Mossad is helping keep you safe, far beyond the Middle East? From cybersecurity to stopping nuclear threats, Mossad’s global impact reaches into your everyday life. In this...
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Season 4
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Episode 44
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7:44
Israel’s Playbook.
Constantly lost in the media. Meet the innovators, disruptors, and dreamers who are pushing Israel — and the world — forward, even under constant threat. In this episode, you’ll discover how these fearless minds turn adversity into fuel, stay u...
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Season 4
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Episode 43
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12:21
Hillel Fuld: Using Social Media to Defend Israel and Share the Truth
How to Use Your Social Media to Fight Misinformation about Israel with well-known tech guru, Hillel Fuld. Discover how Hillel combats falsehoods about Israel and antisemitism using social media. Learn facts about Israel, how to turn your platfo...
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Season 4
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Episode 42
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19:58
Mentorship: The Power to Change a Life.
Discover the powerful strategies that transformed Jamar Howard's life. In this episode, we dive into the life-changing impact of mentorship on kids, from boosting confidence to opening doors they never knew existed. Whether it’s a ...
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Season 4
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Episode 41
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9:48
Think Like Warhol: Tap Into Endless Creativity.
Inside Andy Warhol’s Genius – Was Warhol a visionary artist or the ultimate team-builder? Join special guest Michael Enns as he unravels Warhol's revolutionary approach to art and collaboration, reshaping the creative world forever. Whet...
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Season 4
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Episode 40
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12:02
Israel’s Rise as a Global Innovation Hub. Ambassador Tzur Speaks.
Israel is punching way above its weight—innovating, thriving, and making a global impact in ways you never saw coming. This is not just another discussion—it’s an urgent look at how a tiny country is making seismic waves ...
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Season 4
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Episode 39
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20:53
JetBlue’s Winning Team Formula. Skills + Character = Magic.
Ann Rhoades, JetBlue's visionary, reveals 5 secrets behind their world-class customer experience. Discover how JetBlue hires for values, blending skills with character to create magic—all in just 11 minutes! #JetBlueJourney #Beyo...
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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11:19
Surviving October 7: Gal’s Harrowing Escape from Hamas’s Attack.
Survival in the shadow of terror. Hear the gripping story of Gal’s fight for survival during the deadly Hamas terror attack. Discover how quick thinking and sheer willpower kept him alive against impossible odds. A Brutal Wake-U...
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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32:37
10/7 Hamas Attack: The Heroism and Tragedy of Ofir Tzarfati.
Ofir Tzarfati, 27, ran barefoot for miles to lead his friends to safety—before tragedy struck. Shot, captured, held hostage in Gaza—then murdered. His best friend Hodaya tells his incredible story. This episode exposes th...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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24:53