Great Work with Amanda Peterson

In this solo episode, Amanda discusses the propaganda and rhetoric used by Iran to blame Israel and Saudi Arabia for various issues. She explains the Russian-Iranian tie and the role of Wahhabism in Saudi Arabia. Amanda also delves into the attacks in Iran and Russia, highlighting the messaging behind them. She explores the relationship between ISIS and Hamas, and the importance of statehood in co...

In this episode, Amanda discusses the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran Deal. She addresses the hyper partisanship surrounding the deal and provides an overview of its history and key provisions. Amanda highlights the issues with the JCPOA, including sunset clauses and lack of oversight. She also explores the motivations behind Iran's nuclear program and the ch...

Amanda and History Revealed discuss the lack of understanding of history among younger generations in the UK and the US. They highlight the importance of entertainment in history education and how history channels can make learning more accessible. The guest emphasizes the role of propaganda in war and its ability to shape public opinion. They provide examples of propaganda in the Vietnam War and...

Selena Syrup shares their experience as a protester in the Pacific Northwest and discusses the toxic culture and extremism within the protest community. They highlight the pressure to conform to radical ideologies and the celebration of violence. Selena also discusses the cult-like behavior and sexual pressure within the community. They raise concerns about the recruitment of individuals sympathet...

Nick shares his background in the military and his motivation for supporting Israel. He discusses the concept of war and the importance of deterrence. Nick explains the process of military operations and ground invasions, highlighting the need for staging the area and gaining operational control. He also addresses the misconception that Israel wants to occupy Gaza and emphasizes the role of pride...

Ryan and Amanda discuss Ryan’s background as a Métis person and his journey into pro-Israel activism. He highlights the indigenous nature of the Jewish people and their connection to Israel as an ancestral homeland. Ryan also explores the influence of Yasser Arafat and the KGB in shaping the narrative around Israel and indigenous rights. He discusses the challenges of advocating for Israel in the...

Rabbi Litvin discusses his background as a rabbi in Kentucky and the rich Jewish history in the state. He shares his personal journey to becoming a rabbi and the impact his parents had on his decision. The conversation then delves into the significance of Israel and the transformative experience of visiting the country. He also addresses the issue of religions that choose hate and the differences...

Amanda, Moses, Sahar and Linor cover various topics related to progressive societies, homophobia, progress and tolerance, culture vs values, Iran and anti-Semitism, pinkwashing and double standards, Zionism, criticism of government, Palestinian identity, and closing remarks. Moses is a gay man living in a small village in Israel. He is of Libyan and Romanian descent.  Sahar is a digital marketer l...

It's been a minute since we chatted one-on-one in this format - hi! In this episode I talk about thoughts I've been having, mainly re-capping the story of the name of the podcast and talking about directions I'm thinking of taking my content in. I would love your feedback on where you would like to see my content go! Follow me on social media: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/a__pet⁠   In...

Amanda and Sarah (the Window) explore the topics of radical Islam, the treatment of women and children in fundamentalist Islam, and the need for deradicalization. It highlights the complexity of the conflict and the importance of understanding historical context. The chapters cover various aspects of the discussion, including the role of peaceful Muslims in deradicalization and the extent of radic...

Rensy and Amanda discuss Rensy’s experience on TikTok and how she got started. She shares her family's history with Israel and the challenges they faced as Syrian Jews. The conversation delves into the Ottoman Empire's influence on nationalism in the Middle East and the Arab perception of Jewish statehood. The discussion also addresses misconceptions about Middle Eastern skin color and the...

Ariel, an expert on Qatar, and Amanda, discuss various aspects of Qatar's role in international affairs. The conversation covers Qatar's background, its involvement in the Israel-Hamas conflict, its funding and oversight of humanitarian aid, its soft power and media influence, potential policy changes, trust in hostage negotiations, leadership change, and thoughts on the current war. Takea...

Hebrew Hammer and Amanda discuss the importance of facts and history in understanding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He emphasizes the need for a shared set of facts to have a reasonable discussion. The challenge of misinformation and emotional narratives is highlighted, with a focus on the importance of critical thinking and education. The complexity of pro-Palestinian support is explored, inc...

Havtam, an Ethiopian Jewish Israeli, and Amanda discuss Havtam’s experiences and perspectives on the conflict between Israel and Palestine. She addresses offensive comments made by pro-Palestinians about Ethiopian Jews and highlights the importance of understanding the diversity within Israel. Havtam emphasizes the need to protect lives and communities and challenges misconceptions about the IDF&#...

Amanda and Z.E. cover various topics related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, including personal experiences, historical context, and the rise of Islamism. The speakers discuss the importance of understanding different perspectives and the biases that often come into play. They also highlight the need for accurate information and the role of democracy and human rights in shaping foreign policy...

Summary The conversation discusses the treatment of hostages in Gaza and the misconceptions surrounding their release. It highlights the purpose of taking hostages and the realities faced by those held captive. The radicalization of Gazan children and the responsibility of Palestinian adults are explored. The narrative of Gaza as an 'open air prison' is debunked, and the need for a better...

Summary In this conversation, Amanda and Charlie Kolean discuss various political topics, including working with political candidates, the Israel-Palestine conflict, the role of APAC and political donors, challenges in primaries, personal experiences with APAC, key issues in the next election cycle, and the likelihood of Democrats dropping Biden. They provide insights into the current political la...

Summary The conversation covers various topics related to war, extremism, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It highlights the lack of understanding about war among men in the country and the challenges of finding a political solution to extremism. The conversation also discusses misunderstandings about military practices and the different perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Addit...

Summary The conversation explores the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from various angles, including religious, historical, and political perspectives. It highlights the importance of religion in shaping individuals' worldviews and the complexity of the conflict. The need for acceptance and peace is emphasized, with a focus on the role of Hamas as a hindrance to resolution. The conversation also...

Episode 6: Lilaq Logan Summary In this conversation, Lilaq shares her background and experiences growing up in Israel. The conversation delves into the lack of understanding of war in America and the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It also explores the normalization of war in Israel and the need for change in religious perspectives. Takeaways The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is com...

Summary In this conversation, Michael Pregent, a former intelligence officer, discusses various topics related to counterintelligence and war. He explains the intelligence failure in Israel on October 7th and the role of Iran-backed militias. Pregent also highlights the influence of Qatar and the need to address its support for terrorist groups. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the fo...

Melinda Strauss is a proud Orthodox Jew who shares her life with 1.1 million followers on Tik Tok! In this episode we talk about facing antisemitism on Tik Tok, dispelling pro-Palestine lies, her family's interesting history with the state of Israel, and how Christians can support Jews and Israel during this time. Follow Melinda on social media here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therea...

There's a lot of misinformation online about Israel's settlement activity in the West Bank, so this week, I decided to set the record straight with Rabbi Uri Pilchowski. He is a Rabbi and educator that lives in a settlement in Judea and Samaria, also known as the West Bank or disputed territory. Rabbi Pilchowski explains what living in a settlement is actually like, and dispels some myths...

The United Nations and other IGOs/NGOs are looked at as some bastion of global human rights, but in reality that's not the case. When discussing the Arab/Israeli conflict and the plight of the Palestinian people, the UN is often the cause of those problems or makes it worse. We also discuss war crimes and the Geneva Conventions, which are overseen by the UN. Israel does not commit war crimes,...

Why do I care about the Arab/Israeli conflict? In this first official episode of the Great Work podcast I talk about why. Lectures, podcasts, and books mentioned: Eric Weinstein & Dave Rubin discussion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKolY2Zyvk8&ab_channel=TheRubinReport   Bari Weiss speech following 10/7: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6i9VPrj170&t=1321s&ab_channel=TheFreePress...