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IsraelCast

Steven Shalowitz

Booking Overview

An interview podcast focused on Israeli affairs, Jewish identity, Middle East policy, security, and the experiences of people connected to Israel, it typically features one external expert, author, academic, advocate, or veteran per episode. PR agencies could credibly pitch authors, scholars, policy specialists, Israel advocates, military and rescue veterans, and speakers with firsthand experience of major regional issues; booking difficulty is medium because guests need clear subject-matter authority or compelling Israel-related experience, but the show does not appear limited to celebrity-level guests.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 21.3k subscribers

Instagram: 26.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

jewishnationalfund@jnf.org

jkarlin@jnf.org

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Host

Steven Shalowitz - Host and interviewer covering people, ideas, and issues connected to Israel.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Established expertise or firsthand experience in Israeli affairs, Jewish life, Middle East policy, antisemitism, security, military service, public diplomacy, or regional peacebuilding. Authors, academics, policy advisers, advocates, veterans, and public speakers with a strong connection to Israel are suitable candidates.
Required Achievements:  
Published books or memoirs, Academic or professional expertise in Jewish, Israeli, or Middle East affairs, Policy, public diplomacy, or regional engagement experience, Distinguished military or rescue service, Public speaking or advocacy experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Catherine Perez-Shakdam - Extremism, Propaganda, Iran, The Muslim Brotherhood, Qatar, October 7, Antisemitism, And Jewish Identity.

Roberta Rosenthal Kwall - Political, Religious, And Ideological Polarization Within American Jewry; Israel, Zionism, Antisemitism, Jewish Peoplehood, And Respectful Disagreement.

Bar Reuven - Unit 669 Selection And Training, Battlefield Evacuation, Hostage Rescue Support, And The Psychological Demands Of Combat Search And Rescue.

Ira Kohler - Aliyah, IDF Service, The 890th Paratroopers Battalion, Combat During The October 7 War, Resilience, And His Memoir Once A Paratrooper.

Aryeh Green - Arab-israeli Peacemaking, Public Diplomacy, The Abraham Accords, Education, Religious Leadership, Governance, And His Book Finding Peace In The Promised Land.

Recent Topics

Politics, Israeli Affairs, Middle East, Antisemitism, Jewish Identity

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
IsraelCast
:

Sarit Zehavi: Living on the Front Lines of Israel's Future

October 15, 2026

In this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz welcomes back Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Sarit Zehavi for an in-depth conversation about Israel's security challenges, the ongoing threat of Hezbollah, and the battle against misinformation. Zehavi addresses the controversial documentary Naza, offering her perspective on its portrayal of Israeli military operations and explaining the complexities of military decision-making and efforts to protect civilians. She also examines Hezbollah's infl...

Tal Shoham – Life in Gaza's Tunnels: A Survivor's Story

October 02, 2026

Host Steven Shalowitz speaks with former hostage Tal Shoham, who was abducted from Kibbutz Be'eri on October 7 and held in Gaza for 505 days. Tal recalls the terrifying moments of barricading with his family and ultimately surrendering to prevent a deadly attack—an instinct he later learned likely saved their lives. After an initial period of solitary confinement and transfers between apartments, he was moved underground, where he spent over eight months in tunnels.

Extremism, Propaganda, and the Fight Against Antisemitism

September 17, 2026

On this episode of IsraelCast, host Steven Shalowitz sits down with Catherine Perez-Shakdam for a candid conversation on extremism, antisemitism, and the forces shaping the Middle East and the West. Drawing from her firsthand experiences, Catherine discusses the influence of Iran, the Muslim Brotherhood, and Qatar, as well as the role propaganda can play in shaping attitudes toward Israel and the Jewish people. She also reflects on October 7, the rise of antisemitism, and why knowing our hist...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
IsraelCast
:

How do I get in touch with IsraelCast?

IsraelCast is hosted by Steven Shalowitz. Its publicly listed emails are jewishnationalfund@jnf.org and jkarlin@jnf.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for IsraelCast?

The publicly listed emails for IsraelCast: jewishnationalfund@jnf.org and jkarlin@jnf.org.

How many listeners does IsraelCast have?

Podseeker estimates IsraelCast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for IsraelCast?

IsraelCast typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Established expertise or firsthand experience in Israeli affairs, Jewish life, Middle East policy, antisemitism, security, military service, public diplomacy, or regional peacebuilding. Authors, academics, policy advisers, advocates, veterans, and public speakers with a strong connection to Israel are suitable candidates. Common among recent guests: Published books or memoirs; Academic or professional expertise in Jewish, Israeli, or Middle East affairs; Policy, public diplomacy, or regional engagement experience. Recent guests include Catherine Perez-Shakdam, Roberta Rosenthal Kwall, and Bar Reuven.

How hard is it to get booked on IsraelCast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does IsraelCast cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, Israeli Affairs, Middle East, Antisemitism, and Jewish Identity. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

jewishnationalfund@jnf.org

jkarlin@jnf.org

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