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New Books in Israel Studies

Caleb Zakarin, Jonathon Lookadoo

Booking Overview

An academic interview series focused on Israel studies, it features scholars discussing recently published books and research with expert interviewers in related fields. Credible pitches include professors, archaeologists, historians, biblical scholars, Jewish-studies scholars, and authors of substantive new books; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need strong academic credentials and a timely publication.

Metrics

Episodes: 351

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

marshallpoe@gmail.com

hello@newbooksnetwork.com

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Host

Caleb Zakarin - CEO and publisher of the New Books Network, an academic audio network featuring author interviews about recently published research.

Jonathon Lookadoo - Associate Professor at Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary in Seoul, South Korea, whose research focuses on early Christianity and related ancient texts. He is the author of books on I...

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Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Professors, established researchers, archaeologists, historians, biblical scholars, Jewish-studies scholars, and authors with recognized expertise in Israel, ancient Judaism, early Christianity, or related fields.
Required Achievements:  
Published a recent scholarly or substantive book, Held a university professorship or research appointment, Produced peer-reviewed research or major academic contributions, Received scholarly or literary recognition

Recent Guest Discussions

Amihai Mazar - Tel Rehov Archaeology, Ancient Israelite Society, Material Culture, Scientific Methods, Chronology, And Environmental Evidence.

Donniel Hartman - Jewish Peoplehood, Jewish Identity, Covenant, Denominational Diversity, Intermarriage, And The Relationship Between Judaism And Israel.

George A. Pierce - Ancient Israelite Society, Economy, Religion, Language, Culture, History, Archaeology, And The Interpretation Of Biblical And Ancient Near Eastern Evidence.

Kyle H. Keimer - Ancient Israelite Society, Economy, Religion, Language, Culture, History, Archaeology, And The Interpretation Of Biblical And Ancient Near Eastern Evidence.

Mordecai Kurz - Capitalism, Democracy, Economic Inequality, Monopolistic Technology, Private Power, And Balancing Economic And Political Freedom.

Recent Topics

Israel Studies, Archaeology, Jewish Studies, Biblical Studies, Ancient History

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
New Books in Israel Studies
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Who Gets to Write History? Wikibiases.org by Shlomit Aharoni Lir

October 02, 2026

Most of us use Wikipedia without thinking very much about it. A name comes up in conversation, an argument breaks out, or we suddenly need to know what happened in, for example, 1948—and within seconds, Wikipedia offers us a clean, confident answer.But who decided what that answer would be?Who chose which facts belonged in the opening paragraph and which could wait until paragraph fifteen? Who determined which sources were authoritative?My guest on this podcast is Dr. Shlomit Lir, a researche...

Encore - Shai Lavi, "Bioethics and Biopolitics in Israel: Socio-legal, Political and Empirical Analysis" (Cambridge UP, 2019)

August 28, 2026

Once upon a time, or so we’ve been told, medical ethics were confined to the patient-doctor relationship. As long as doctors were true to their Hippocratic oaths, as long as they acted with compassion and wisdom, then all expectations were met. Life is more complicated today, and so is healthcare: an undertaking, like all others, that is influenced by social, political, legal and cultural factors. Nothing is value-free. In Bioethics and Biopolitics in Israel: Socio-legal, Political and Empiri...

Amihai Mazar and Nava Panitz-Cohen, "Tel Rehov: A Bronze and Iron Age City in the Beth-Shean Valle" (The Institute of Archaeology, The Hebrew University, 2020)

August 17, 2026

This interview with Professor Amihai Mazar was conducted by Željko Stanojević for the New Books Network. The conversation focuses on Tel Reḥov: A Bronze and Iron Age City in the Beth-Shean Valley, especially Volume V, where the report turns from architecture and pottery to smaller objects and scientific evidence that help reconstruct life at the site. Amihai Mazar is a leading archaeologist of ancient Israel. His research examines the Bronze and Iron Ages, archaeology and biblical history, an...

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How do I get in touch with New Books in Israel Studies?

New Books in Israel Studies is hosted by Caleb Zakarin and Jonathon Lookadoo. Its publicly listed emails are marshallpoe@gmail.com and hello@newbooksnetwork.com. 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 New Books in Israel Studies?

The publicly listed emails for New Books in Israel Studies: marshallpoe@gmail.com and hello@newbooksnetwork.com.

How many listeners does New Books in Israel Studies have?

Podseeker estimates New Books in Israel Studies reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for New Books in Israel Studies?

New Books in Israel Studies typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Professors, established researchers, archaeologists, historians, biblical scholars, Jewish-studies scholars, and authors with recognized expertise in Israel, ancient Judaism, early Christianity, or related fields. Common among recent guests: Published a recent scholarly or substantive book; Held a university professorship or research appointment; Produced peer-reviewed research or major academic contributions. Recent guests include Amihai Mazar, Donniel Hartman, and George A. Pierce.

How hard is it to get booked on New Books in Israel Studies?

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

What topics does New Books in Israel Studies cover?

Recent episodes cover Israel Studies, Archaeology, Jewish Studies, Biblical Studies, and Ancient History. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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