Shalom From Tel Aviv with Paul Maleary & Nigel Lithman KC

In this engaging episode, hosts Paul Maleary and HH Nigel Lithman KC take listeners on an eclectic journey spanning geography, history, and pop culture. Life in Tel Aviv & The New Car: Nigel shares his excitement over purchasing his very first new car—utilizing the tax discounts available to new citizens in Israel. He details the journey of returning a rental near the Hilton Hotel in Tel Aviv,...

Overview In this episode, Paul Maleary sits down with retired judge and barrister HHJ Nigel Lithman KC to discuss Lithman’s personal background, legal career, and his life after making Aliyah (moving to Israel). The conversation spans political commentary on both UK and Israeli leadership, cultural observations of Israeli society, and reflections on Jewish traditions . Key Discussion Points Nigel...

Podcast Summary: The Scales of Justice, False Narratives, and the Jury System Subtitle Hosts Paul Maleary and HHJ Nigel Lithman KC unpack the nuances of UK terrorism sentencing, defend the virtues of the jury system, and challenge the narratives surrounding recent protests and property controversies. Executive Summary In this episode, hosts Paul Maleary and HHJ Nigel Lithman KC dive into a candid...

A Tale of Two Cities: The Cultural, Political, and Spiritual Paradox of Tel Aviv and Jerusalem In this episode of Shalom from Tel Aviv , hosts Paul Maleary and HHJ Nigel Lithman KC discuss the stark cultural and political contrast between the lively, secular metropolis of Tel Aviv and the deeply traditional, orthodox atmosphere of Jerusalem. Key Themes and Discussion Points The Tel Aviv-Jerusalem...

Overview In this episode, Paul and Nigel discuss life in Israel amidst recent regional tensions, dive into the logistics and "creature comforts" of safe rooms, compare the cost of living between the UK and Israel, and share local anecdotes ranging from medical visits to the cultural quirks of phone shops and a mutual confusion over cricket. Key Discussion Points Security & Safe Rooms: Nigel de...

In this episode of Shalom from Tel Aviv , host Paul Maleary checks in with Nigel Lithman KC to discuss the practical realities and unexpected hurdles of adjusting to life as a retired new citizen in Israel. Nigel shares a breakdown of his eventful week, shedding light on the nuances of local culture and public services The Car Buying Conundrum : Nigel recounts his chaotic experience purchasing a c...

Shalom from Tel Aviv A Conversation on Identity, Aliyah, and Modern Israel with Paul Maleary and Nigel Lithman KC In this introductory segment of Shalom from Tel Aviv , host Paul Maleary speaks with co-host Nigel Lithman KC directly from Israel. The conversation explores Nigel’s personal journey of making Aliyah—the immigration of Jews from the diaspora to the Land of Israel—and his perspectives o...