Podcast
Taking Back the Narrative
Hosted by Laureen Lipsky · EN
Taking Back the Narrative is a Zionism education initiative (www.tbtnisrael.com), which aims to fill in the historical 2,000 'gap' proving Jews have had a continuous presence in Israel. This podcast delves deeper into topics relating to Israel, Jews as a people, and current events relating to Taking Back the Narrative.
12episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
Patrilineal Jews Are Part of the Tribe; Featuring Lynn Romano | Season 4: Episode #8
2w ago01:08:08Tap to summarizeHow many times have you heard that patrilineal Jews are not 'real Jews'? That their parentage is the 'wrong half'? Not only is it derogatory to erase half-Jews, but it goes against actual Judean history - the first 2,000+ years. It was wonderful being joined by Lynn Romano, a proud patrilineal Jew who experienced both acceptance from family members and cold distance/pushback from other Jews who do not understand a) actual science b) the difference between halacha and science and c) that until the 3rd century AD, to fall in line with Roman lineage laws, the only genes which mattered to be considered a Jew was the father's. Her daughter also experienced this ignorance after the Judean genocide, at a time when pushing aside half-Jews is nonsensical and a disgrace. There are even numerous references in the Torah that highlight the importance of men's genes passing down. In fact, even today, a Jew cannot claim membership to two very prominent Judean tribes if not having patrilineal genes tied to either group. History does not lie. We hope that conversations such as these will begin to turn the tide against discriminating against 'the wrong half' Jews, a term that completely erases Judean men, a form of misandry. www.tbtnisrael.com
Transcribe →Zionism Activism Done Correctly; Featuring Maria Friedman, Executive Director of RICI (Rhode Island Coalition for Israel)
Apr 1901:44:15Tap to summarizeIt was an absolute honor to speak with Maria Friedman, the Executive Director of RICI (Rhode Island Coalition for Israel). Together, we explored our Zionism journeys, both being Russian Judeans and how that shaped our initial connection/disconnect to our actual identity. Despite obstacles, we both leaned in to Zionism, in different ways. Maria and the organization she leads, RICI, embodies what activism ought to be - meeting Jew-hatred straight on and countering effectively without a victimhood mentality. Judeans are not victims; an indigenous to Israel race which not only survived but thrived for the past 4,000+ years are not victims. Yes, atrocities were targeted towards Judeans, but that is not the entire history of the Judean people. If every Israel-related organization which claims it fights Jew-hatred copy and pasted RICI's actions, it would be a far better outcome for the Judean population in America. Join us as we delve deep into our conversation on Zionism, both from a macro and micro level. For more information about RICI: https://www.ricoalitionforisrael.org/
Transcribe →Stan Andrews & The Birth of the Israeli Air Force Featuring Co-Author Jeffrey Weiss | Season 4: Episode 6
Dec 1801:10:25Tap to summarizeFor 4,000+ years, Jews have mastered usage of every weapon available for both defense and retribution. Brave Jews liberated 22% of the Judean homeland (78% remains stolen and since 1922 has been known as 'Jordan.') from the British occupiers using guns and other non-aviation resources, but immediately, when Israel was attacked upon liberation by six Arab countries, fighter jets were needed for survival. Most of the world refused to provide weapons to Israel when it needed it most, aside from Czechoslovakia, and that was in line with the KGB's manipulation tactic to turn Israel into a Communist vassal 'state.' Aircraft without mastery of usage only goes so far, which is why the mostly non-Israeli Diaspora Jews (along with some non-Jews) who founded the IAF and trained Israelis to become feared fighter pilots, ough to be celebrated. Stan Andrews, who gave his life fighting for the survival of a liberated Israel, was one of the most influential figures and is the subject of co-author Jeffrey Weiss' book, "Fighting Back: Stan Andrews and the Birth of the Israeli Air Force."We invite the audience to tune in as Jeffrey and I discuss both the geo-political and technical background of the fledgling years of the IAF, it's mighty accomplishments, and the astronomical growth of the top mightiest air forces today. To purchase Jeffrey's book: https://www.amazon.com/Fighting-Back-Andrews-Birth-Israeli/dp/1637583117
Transcribe →Kahane Vindicated; Featuring Yisrael Yaacob ben Avraham | Season 4: Episode 5
Jul 1601:29:19Tap to summarizeRabbi Meir Kahane represents strength and Judean values to Zionists, and an 'extremist' to antisemites of all stripes, which includes self-hating Jews. But who really was Kahane? Why the relentless negative smearing of his accomplishments from the Establishment Jewish organizations and 'leaders'? Please join TBTN's conversation featuring Yisrael Yaacob ben Avraham, JDL 613's (https://www.jdl613brotherhood.com/) President as we discuss all the aforementioned plus numerous other supporting topics - from ancient Judean history, to what actually are Judean values, where did Israel go wrong on Arab occupier policies, and why exactly is Kahane fully vindicated today, post the Jewish genocide, which occurred not even two years ago. www.tbtnisrael.com
Transcribe →Netanyahu: Leader or Traitor; Featuring Matan Zimman | Season 4 Episode 4
Jun 1101:43:44Tap to summarizeIt is an honor to welcome back Matan Zimman to TBTN's Zionist Corner podcast. In part II of the terrorist organizations' inner workings which led to the Jewish genocide on October 7th, the ties Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu had with Qatar are deeply explored. And was it just Qatari political leaders he met with in Israel in 2018 or other nefarious terrorists? Matan and I also get into a riveting discussion regarding macro vs. micro warning signs that a Jewish genocide was impending, and who missed the signs to protect civilians. ** Though this episode was recorded prior to Operation Rising Lion, which saw Israel at its most powerful against a modern-day Nazi regime (Iran), under Netanyahu's leadership, Israel was strong-armed into a ceasefire by President Trump, which handcuffed Israel from finishing the job against the IRGC along with leaving the 80% of Iranians who are anti-regime, in a very dangerous and vulnerable position. Additionally, because Bibi failed to reclaim Jewish Gaza as of yet and has not ripped up the Oslo Terrorist Accords to reclaim the ancestral Judean heartland, Judea & Samaria, there is now strong talk of pushing forward with an antisemitic '2-state solution' - despite there having been one since Churchill stole 78% of the Judean homeland in 1922 and remained in 'Transjordan.' Netanyahu still plays into the lie that if only Hamas is defeated safety will return. Hamas is not one group, but an ideology shared by the 1.8 million Arab occupiers in Jewish Gaza and the Arab occupiers in Judea & Samaria. There is also talk of the equally terrorist PA (Palestinian Authority) remaining intact. Now more than ever true strength is needed to be displayed by the PM of Israel instead of chasing needless deals with wayward Arab states.
Transcribe →History of Middle East Terrorist Organizations Featuring Matan Zimman | Season 4: Episode 3
Apr 12, 202501:42:39Tap to summarizeHamas and Hezbollah are both predominately in the news today post-the Jewish genocide on October 7th, 2023, from where did those terrorists emerge? Who is really pulling the financial strings? Is there a difference between Sunni and Shi'ite terrorism? How was the Soviet Union tied to the Arab occupiers in Israel, and why is it important to know about the Muslim Brotherhood. All the above is expertly answered by Matan Zimman, a former IDF soldier and a current student at Reichman University in Israel where he is focusing on government and counter-terrorism studies.
Transcribe →Ukraine Explained & Exposed; In Conversation with Rivkah Aubrecht | Season 4: Episode 2
Apr 2, 202502:02:21Tap to summarizeWelcome to this dynamic episode where the real truth about Ukraine is revealed. Rivkah Aubrecht and I push aside the PC curtain to discuss how Ukraine was originally created and by whom, the entrenched antisemitism there for centuries, and what actually led to this war in Ukraine. The media has you believe that it is evil Putin vs. innocent Zelensky. Are those the only two players involved? What happened in 1991? 2014? 2014 - 2022? And who helped Ukraine cross the infamous 'red line' repeatedly? Was Crimea ever actually 'stolen'?www.tbtnisrael.com
Transcribe →Is the Trump Gaza Deal Kosher for Israel?
Feb 25, 202502:07:16Tap to summarizeTBTN (Taking Back the Narrative) is thrilled to welcome back Mark Kennedy, who appeared as a guest last season. Together, we discuss in-depth the Trump Gaza deal, as it now stands, and all the accompanying issues at play. www.tbtnisrael.com
Transcribe →Zionism & Politics: Unpacked; Featuring Leora Levy | Season 3: Episode 10
Nov 21, 202401:30:34Tap to summarizeLeora Levy has been a leader in many aspects of her life: she was one of the first female traders on Wall Street after graduating college in 1978. Within politics, Leora's professional pathway has been equally as impressive, most recently having served as the Connecticut RNC National Committeewoman, and in 2022, Leora was the Republican nominee for the Senate race against the long-standing Senator Blumenthal. These are just some of her numerous political accomplishments, so it was no surprise that I was going to invite Mrs. Levy to speak on the Taking Back the Narrative podcast. Born in Cuba to Jewish parents, Leora has the personal insight of why Socialism is dangerous, not just for America as a whole, but for Jews in particular. Join our discussion as we traverse the shifting political climate, the importance of the Patriots within the Republican party, why Zionism matters, and will Jews in America ever see the political light and not keep supporting Hamas, through their votes.
Transcribe →Geo-Politics: The Reality Behind the Headlines Featuring Mark Kennedy | Season III: Episode 9
Sep 28, 202402:12:47Tap to summarizeWhat drew me to establish a friendship with Mark Kennedy, a Jewish political guru, through Facebook, was his well-informed, almost insider-esque, take on all things foreign policy and politics. For years, Mark and I would talk about U.S. politics, the Middle East, and all other hotspots world-wide, to the point where I knew I had to have Mark on as a featured guest on the Taking Back the Narrative podcast. Join us as we weave from where things stand in Israel today - from the North, Gaza, Eilat, hostage rescue progress, to Iran. We also broach the uncomfortable discussion of how much did Israel know before the Jewish genocide - the military, government, and the absolute brainwashing within the Arab occupier populations in both Gaza and in Judea & Samaria for nearly 80 years. Is there a Fifth Column in Israel?Can Israel sustain being a democracy? Why Tikkun Olam has long been bastardized. And of course, Mark expertly shares his insight on the upcoming American election, and how Jews are part of the political shift back towards President Trump in America.
Transcribe →