Mark Levin Podcast: On The Frontlines – Shining Light Amidst Darkness: Hope from the Holy Land

Host: Mark Levin
Guest: Yael Eckstein (President & CEO, International Fellowship of Christians and Jews)
Date: November 13, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of “On The Frontlines” centers on combating rising antisemitism and the crucial solidarity between Christians and Jews globally, particularly in supporting Israel during times of crisis. Mark Levin and Yael Eckstein discuss the roots of modern hate, ideological infiltration in Western education, and inspiring examples of faith-based, cross-community support—shining a hopeful light amid darkness from the Holy Land.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Hope and Resilience Amidst Adversity (00:06–01:41)

• Yael Eckstein reports an atmosphere of hope in Israel, as the country steadily welcomes Christian tourists again following the pandemic and conflict.
  • “We are hopeful for good days on the horizon... I believe that within all the darkness, Mark, there is a place for light to shine.” (01:13–01:41, Eckstein)

2. Campus Antisemitism & Ideological Indoctrination (01:41–08:46)

• Levin expresses grave concern about ideological manipulation on American campuses, noting Marxist, Islamist, and anti-Israel sentiment is widespread and deep-rooted.
• Eckstein highlights the spiritual confusion sowed among youth, referencing Isaiah’s prophecy:
  • “The most terrifying thing... is that they've been able to convince Western kids that people in Gaza are suffering because of Israel, not because of Hamas, who started this war… It's the confusion that I believe is rooted in spirituality. Isaiah said, at the end of days, we'll see a time where good will be called bad, bad will be called good.” (02:38–03:25, Eckstein)
• Statistical analysis: Eckstein contrasts flourishing Christian populations in Israel (+444% since 1950) versus dramatic declines under Hamas and in the West Bank, illuminating the reality versus propaganda.

3. Foreign Influence and NGO Manipulation (04:19–08:18)

• Levin details how Qatar and other regimes pour billions into American education to sway ideological tides.
  • “They have secreted themselves into it. You've got tenure, you have faculty hiring faculty, you have Qatar and some of these other countries… poured billions of dollars into our country to influence what goes on in our classrooms.” (04:19–05:13, Levin)
• NGOs are cited as ideological front groups.
• Eckstein argues:
  • “It's very clear who's light and who's darkness… these college students are being intentionally miseducated. If you don't know history and you don't know the scriptures, then you're going to be very, very good target.” (03:36–04:03, Eckstein)

4. Jews Under Threat—Historical Perspective (08:18–10:28)

• Jewish students now hide religious symbols on US campuses—a situation Levin and Eckstein liken to patterns throughout Jewish history.
• Eckstein offers a powerful reflection:
  • “Education without truth becomes indoctrination. But we see millions of Christians… who see this pattern and trend repeating itself. And for the first time in history… It's hundreds of millions of Christians who are saying, we've learned from the past. Not on our watch.” (09:49–10:28, Eckstein)

5. Legacy of the Fellowship & Yael’s Father (13:12–15:16)

• Yael discusses her father’s humble beginnings and vision for the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, bridging faiths through action and values.
  • “I feel like I'm a midget standing on the shoulders of a giant... He had a drive and a mission. And before he died almost seven years ago, he saw this new reality where even if it wasn't fully accepted, Jews and Christians coming together… it was a lot more accepted.” (13:12–14:25, Eckstein)

6. Intellectual Subversion & the Dangers of Silence (16:25–22:16)

• Levin draws parallels to historical subversion by Nazis and Communists, with American universities’ receptivity to problematic funding today.
• Eckstein replies with a sobering note:
  • “This is a very clear intentional breakdown of society… it's the same strategy that's been implemented with the Communists, with the Nazis, in order to break down society… There has to be a clear definition of good and bad… In America and Europe, somehow this theology of Muslim Brotherhood and ISIS is spreading like wildfire.” (16:25–17:49, Eckstein)

7. Action Steps for People of Faith (19:30–22:16)

• Three core actions:
  1. Education: Know modern, ancient, and scriptural history.
  2. Unity: Stand together through tangible acts—feeding the hungry, sheltering the persecuted, and public displays of solidarity.
  3. Bravery: Be bold in faith and action.
• Yael describes the Fellowship’s “Flags of Fellowship” project, where over 1,300 institutions and 1.5 million Israeli flags were displayed as a sign of unity, far surpassing their goals.
  • “Our goal was 50 churches and college campuses and synagogues join. We had 250 this year... We had over 1.5 million Israeli flags waving at different campuses across America. And so that's the silenced majority taking action.” (21:05–21:58, Eckstein)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Spiritual Confusion:
  “Isaiah said, at the end of days, we'll see a time where good will be called bad, bad will be called good. And we're seeing that now.” (03:15, Eckstein)

• On Academic Indoctrination:
  “Education without truth becomes indoctrination… For thousands of years, there’s been antisemitism that has disguised itself as truth. Today it might wear academic robes.” (09:42, Eckstein)

• On Overcoming Silence:
  “The person who screams the loudest isn’t right. Which gives us the responsibility, obligation, and privilege… to speak truth boldly.” (25:25, Eckstein)

• On the Power of Unity:
  “America and Israel are stronger together. When we stand together, the world listens, the world respects it, and the world moves forward in the image of our values, of sanctifying life and hoping and working towards peace.” (28:13–28:42, Eckstein)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:06–01:41: Introduction and Israeli hope in dark times
• 01:41–08:18: Campus indoctrination, foreign funding, and ideological subversion
• 08:18–10:28: Jewish experience, past and present; antisemitism’s historical cycles
• 13:12–15:16: Yael’s personal and organizational legacy
• 16:25–22:16: Foreign influence, intellectual subversion, call for unity and action
• 19:30–22:16: Action steps for faith-based communities; Flags of Fellowship initiative
• 25:25–28:42: Call to speak out; reaffirming shared Judeo-Christian values and unity

Tone and Final Reflections

The episode combines Mark Levin’s signature urgency and bluntness with Yael Eckstein’s warm, faith-driven resolve. It oscillates between somber recognition of global antisemitism and inspiring stories of resilience and bond-building. The conversation underscores educating youth, uniting communities, and boldly standing for enduring values as pivotal to defeating hate and fostering hope.

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