Regent Israel Institute Podcast

As news about Israel dominates the headlines, this podcast from Regent’s Israel Institute provides clear, incisive commentary on what’s happening in Israel, how we got here, and why it matters for Christians, the United States, and the world.

S2 Ep23: Perils of Palestinian State Recognition

In this episode, Dr. Nolte explains why, whatever your view is on one or two states, recognizing a Palestinian state in September 2025 is a bad outcome for Israel and the Palestinian people. He also describes other examples of state recognition, what it does, what it doesn't do, and what is necessary for a successful state.

09-26
36:32

S2 Ep22: Answering One of Charlie Kirk's Last Questions

In this podcast, Dr. Nolte analyzes the reaction to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, with a particular focus on the desire of some commentators to inject Israel into a situation that doesn’t seem to involve Israel at all. He then answers a question that seemed to trouble Mr. Kirk in the days and weeks before his death: can friends of Israel criticize the government and its policies? Using the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism, Dr. Nolte suggests a framework for distinguishing criticism of Israel that is antisemitic from criticism that isn’t.

09-19
38:59

S2 Ep21: The Truth of the Torah with Mark Gerson

In this episode, Dr. Nolte talks with Mark Gerson, the author of "God Was Right: How Modern Social Science Proves the Torah is True". They discuss everything from dating advice, good leadership, even football, and all from the perspective of the Torah. More information about the book can be found at www.godwasright.com.

09-12
37:24

S2 Ep20: Live with Olivia Layne

In this episode, Dr. Nolte talks with Olivia Layne about her journey regarding the Jewish people and Israel, the trends she has seen on social media before and after October 7, and resources she thinks are helpful for those who want to better understand what is going on.

09-03
38:52

S2 Ep19: Rise of a Sunni Axis

In this episode, Dr. AJ Nolte addresses the relationship between Turkey and Qatar as revisionist Sunni Muslim regimes sympathetic to the Muslim Brotherhood and other Islamist forces, and their ambitions regarding the greater Middle East and Israel.

08-28
16:53

S2 Ep18: Fight on the Right: exploring the real or imagined MAGA crack up over Israel

In this episode, Dr. Nolte discusses the rising opposition towards Israel on the MAGA right, tracing their origins from old paleo-conservatism and providing a critique of their critique.

08-20
31:12

S2 Ep17: Jewish-Christian Partnerships on Campus featuring Amy Milligan

In this episode, Dr. Nolte talks with Dr. Amy Milligan about navigating contemporary antisemitism and anti-Zionism, the complexity of the issue for Jewish and Christian communities, and their unlikely friendship.

08-14
45:03

S2 Ep16: Understanding the Hunger Challenge in Israel

In this episode, Dr. Nolte tackles the food situation in Gaza and why Israel appears to have taken so long to address the issue.

08-06
30:09

S2 Ep15: A Special Relationship? The US and Israel since 1948

In this episode, Dr. Nolte discusses the relationship between the US and Israel, how support for Israel is consistent with America's values and interests, and why the relationship is important to the United States, Israel, and the world.

07-31
32:53

S2 Ep14: Israel's Economy at Home and Abroad

In this episode, Dr. Nolte discusses Israel's economy, and its impact on their geostrategy.

07-29
19:03

S2 Ep:13 Israel's Foreign Policy

In this episode, Dr. Nolte discusses Israel's foreign policy, past, present, and future.

07-24
34:55

S2 Ep12: An Introduction to the IDF

In this episode, Dr. Nolte discusses the IDF, its significance withing Israeli culture, and the strategic importance it serves for America.

07-22
22:26

S2 Ep11: Unsettled: the vexing question of settlements in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

In this episode, Dr. Nolte discusses some controversial topics and addresses some relevant questions: What is a settler and why is the answer to this question important when looking at Israel? Can two people coexist within the land of Israel?Why should we focus on coexisting as the only solution?Why is the preservation of democratic principles important?

07-17
41:11

S2 Ep9: Milk and Date Honey: an intro to the food of the Promised Land

In this episode, Dr. Nolte discusses the different foods of the Holy Land that he tasted on his recent trip, as well as some foods that may have been around during the time of Christ.

07-10
20:12

S2 Ep8: In the Gaza Envelope

In this episode, Dr. Nolte recounts his recent visit to October 7th sites, the realities of October 7th with Hamas, and debunks popular misconceptions about starvation and genocide in the Gaza envelope.

07-08
26:06

S2 Ep7: Building the Peace of Jerusalem: the fate and future of Christians in the Holy Land.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte explores the fate of Christians in the Holy Land, including Israel, Palestinian Authority controlled parts of Judea and Samaria, and Hamas controlled Gaza. He examines challenges faced by each of the communities and points out the importance of a Christian presence in the Holy Land now and in the future.

07-03
17:38

S2 Ep:6 Israel At A Glance: Observations From Two Weeks of Tourism and War

In this episode, Dr. Nolte describes his recent trip to Israel, which coincided with the 12 Day War, his visits to various religious and historical sites, and his impression of the diverse and vibrant culture.

07-02
26:35

S2 Ep5: I Witnessed the Israel-Iran War

In this episode, Dr. Nolte discusses his firsthand experience of the war in Israel as well as his analysis and view of potential next events.

06-27
49:51

S2 Ep4: Israel's Judiciary- The Roots of a Constitutional and Political Crisis?

AJ Nolte explains how the Israeli Judiciary works and why it has created major political controversy in recent years.

06-19
17:12

S2 Ep3: Religion and Politics in Israel

Dr. Nolte explains the relationship between religion and politics in Israel

06-17
16:21

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