Ep. 35: "The $3.8 Billion Myth" with Amb. Yoram Ettinger

Ep. 35: "The $3.8 Billion Myth" with Amb. Yoram Ettinger

🎙️ JCZC Podcast | Ep. 35 "The $3.8 Billion Myth" with Amb. Yoram Ettinger 💰 Is America really *giving* billions of dollars to Israel? Or have we been told the wrong story? Former Israeli Ambassador Yoram Ettinger breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in U.S. foreign policy, arguing that what many call "foreign aid" is actually a strategic investment that strengthens both America and Israel. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 From military technology and intelligence sharing to American jobs and national security, the Ambassador explains why the U.S.-Israel alliance delivers far more than most people realize—and what could happen if that partnership disappeared. 🎙️ In this episode: • The truth about U.S. military funding for Israel • Why the money largely stays in the American economy • How Israel helps develop battle-tested military technology • The intelligence partnership that protects American lives • What ending U.S. support could mean for U.S. jobs, security, and global influence 💥 Myths. Facts. National security. This conversation challenges one of the biggest misconceptions in American foreign policy—and the answers may surprise you. 👇Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to U.S. Financial Aid to Israel 02:36 Ambassador Yoram Ettinger's Background and Experience 04:26 Understanding U.S. Foreign Aid to Israel 08:40 The Misconception of Foreign Aid as Cash 10:46 The Strategic Benefits of U.S.-Israel Military Cooperation 18:04 Israel as a Research and Development Hub for the U.S. 25:20 The Geopolitical Importance of Israel 30:13 The Impact of Ending U.S. Support for Israel 36:34 The Broader Implications for Everyday Americans 🎙️Host: Simeon Myers: Residing in the US, Simeon oversees ARISE's day-to-day operations and initiatives. Prior to pivoting with his brother to the ARISE initiative, Simeon served alongside Calev as Executive Director for the Jerusalem Institute of Justice. A bit of a renaissance man, Simeon owned and operated a jewelry design and manufacturing company in his early life. He has been a singer/songwriter with television placement, a poker professional, and currently works in film production/directing. If you can't reach Simeon, he's probably out on a mountain stream fly fishing. 🎙️Our Guest: Ambassador (ret.) Yoram Ettinger: Retired Israeli ambassador, former Minister for Congressional Affairs at Israel's Embassy in Washington, and former Consul General to the Southwestern United States. He is a researcher, author, and lecturer specializing in U.S.-Israel relations, Middle East affairs, national security, and geopolitics. Ettinger regularly briefs U.S. lawmakers and Israeli officials and is the founder of the "Second Thought: A U.S.-Israel Initiative," which publishes research and analysis on the strategic partnership between the United States and Israel. 🔗 https://theettingerreport.com/ [https://theettingerreport.com/] 🔗 Learn more about ARISE and JCZC at https://ariseforisrael.com/ [https://ariseforisrael.com/] https://jczcongress.com/ [https://jczcongress.com/] Instagram: @ariseforisrael @jczcongress 🔗 Watch this episode at https://youtu.be/0238B_NjD6c 🔔 Subscribe for bold, truth-driven conversations on Israel, justice, media, and the values that shape our world. #USA #Israel #WesternValues #Truth #MiddleEast #Democracy

Ep. 34: Iranians: "We Feel Betrayed" with Ali Majd and Mansur Ashkar

🎙️ JCZC Podcast | Ep. 34 Iranians: "We Feel Betrayed" with Ali Majd and Mansur Ashkar 🚨 Has the world abandoned the Iranian people? Ali, an Iranian who fled persecution by the regime, delivers a powerful firsthand account of why so many Iranians feel betrayed. The Iranian people listened to Trump's call, tens of thousands lost their lies, all for what? He argues that new political deals reward the very regime they risked everything to overthrow. 💔 The conversation goes far beyond diplomacy, asking the difficult question: **Can evil be negotiated with—or must it be defeated?** From Iran and Hezbollah to Syria and Lebanon, the panel argues that lasting change can only come from empowering the Iranian people themselves—not from deals with the regime. 🙏 This episode explores: • Why many Iranians oppose the current Iran deal • The human cost of the fight for freedom inside Iran • Whether internal resistance—not foreign intervention—is the real solution • The moral debate over negotiating with authoritarian regimes • Why millions of Iranians say they still need the world's support 💥 A gripping conversation about freedom, sacrifice, and whether the West is standing with the Iranian people—or leaving them behind. 👉 Watch the full interview. Decide for yourself. 00:00 Introduction to the Iran Deal Discussion 01:09 Perspectives from Inside Iran 04:03 The Weight of Trust and Betrayal 06:34 The Complexity of American Foreign Policy 08:25 The Call for Unity Against the Regime 11:37 The Role of the Iranian Diaspora 14:45 The Realities of American Intervention 19:50 The Consequences of Inaction 24:47 The Future of U.S.-Iran Relations 27:21 Reflections on Historical Patterns 31:14 Moral Clarity vs. Self-Interest 35:28 Corruption and Deception in Radical Regimes 37:52 The Quest for Peace in the Middle East 39:55 The Human Cost of Political Decisions 43:59 The Hypocrisy of International Politics 47:29 The Role of Christianity in Iran's Future 53:18 Shifting Alliances and the Implications for Israel 58:29 Hope and Resilience Amidst Despair 🎙️Host Simeon Myers: Residing in the US, Simeon oversees ARISE's day-to-day operations and initiatives. Prior to pivoting with his brother to the ARISE and JCZC initiative, Simeon served alongside Calev as Executive Director for the Jerusalem Institute of Justice. A bit of a renaissance man, Simeon owned and operated a jewelry design and manufacturing company in his early life. He has been a singer/songwriter with television placement, a poker professional, and currently works in film production/directing. If you can't reach Simeon, he's probably out on a mountain stream fly fishing. 🎙️Guest Ali Majd: In late December 2025, millions of Iranians rose up. The regime responded with the deadliest crackdown since the 1979 revolution — tens of thousands killed in days. The internet was shut down. Those who spoke up were hunted. Ali was one of them. Today he's displaced in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq — helping other refugee families, speaking out against the IRGC, building bridges between Iranians and Kurds, and calling for a free Iran and a unified Middle East. 🎙️Guest Mansur Ashkar: Former Druze Israeli special forces officer, peace activist, content creator, and host of The Ashkar Show. Mansur Ashkar regularly breaks down world events, Israel, the Middle East, geopolitics, military strategy, terrorism, religion, culture, psychology, technology, current affairs, and gaming culture from a unique Israeli and Middle Eastern perspective. Mansur currently lives in Germany, where he is a father, storyteller, and creator. He is passionate about truth, resilience, history, and meaningful conversation. 🔗 Follow Ali on Instagram: @ali_the_lor https://alithelor.com/ 🔗 Follow Mansur on Instagram: @mansor_ashkar Facebook: @mansor.ashkar YouTube: @MrSachback 🔗 Learn more about ARISE and JCZC at https://ariseforisrael.com/ [https://ariseforisrael.com/] https://jczcongress.com/ [https://jczcongress.com/] @ariseforisrael @jczcongress 👀 Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/1Q5kbEsfziw [https://youtu.be/1Q5kbEsfziw] 🔔 Subscribe for bold, truth-driven conversations on Israel, justice, media, and the values that shape our world. #Iran #Freedom #Lebanon #Israel #MiddleEast #IranDeal

Ep. 33: "The Price of Peace" with Doron Keidar

🎙️ JCZC Podcast | Ep. 33 The Price of Peace with Doron Keidar 🔥 THE COST OF DEALS WITH IRAN* 🔥 What happens when the world's leading powers negotiate with a regime accused of sponsoring terror, suppressing its own people, and fueling instability across the Middle East? This powerful conversation pulls back the curtain—and the consequences may be far greater than most people realize. Simeon Myers sits down with Doron Keidar for a raw and uncompromising discussion about terrorism, Western foreign policy, and the high price of compromising with evil. This is not politics as usual. 🇮🇱 **LIFE UNDER CONSTANT THREAT** Doron shares the reality of growing up in northern Israel under the shadow of Hezbollah and Iranian-backed terror. Missile sirens. Bomb shelters. Daily uncertainty. For millions of Israelis, these are not headlines—they are facts of life. But the threat doesn't stop at Israel's borders. 🌍 **THE IRAN DEAL: PEACE OR PERIL?** The discussion examines how diplomatic agreements with Iran may strengthen the regime while empowering its regional proxies. According to Doron, every concession carries consequences. Every deal sends a message. And those consequences are often paid by ordinary people—both in Israel and inside Iran itself. ⚠️ **THE REGIME VS. THE PEOPLE** One of the episode's most striking themes is the distinction between the Iranian regime and the Iranian people. While politicians negotiate with Tehran, countless Iranians continue to suffer under oppression, censorship, and persecution. The question raised throughout the conversation: Who actually benefits from these deals? 🌍 **THE GLOBAL NETWORK OF INFLUENCE** The conversation explores the broader ecosystem of influence surrounding Iran, including the roles of Qatar, the Muslim Brotherhood, and Islamist movements operating across the region and beyond. These connections, Doron argues, are often overlooked despite their growing impact on Western institutions and policy debates. ✝️ **A CLASH OF VALUES** At its core, this episode asks a deeper question: What happens when societies lose confidence in the values that built them? From biblical principles to questions of morality, justice, and national identity, the discussion examines whether the West is facing more than a geopolitical challenge—and whether it is confronting a spiritual one as well. 📖 **WHAT HISTORY TEACHES** History repeatedly asks the same question: Can peace be secured by empowering dangerous regimes? The conversation revisits past examples, current events, and the lessons that many believe are being ignored today. ⚠️ **THIS IS MORE THAN A MIDDLE EAST ISSUE** According to Doron, Israel's struggle is not isolated. It is connected to larger questions about freedom, truth, civilization, and the future direction of the West itself. The stakes are higher than most people realize. 👉 Watch the full interview. Examine the facts. Decide for yourself. 00:00 - The stakes of the Iran deal: what it really means for Israel and the West 02:15 - Growing up in Israel near Hezbollah's constant threat 04:50 - The terrifying reality of daily missile fire and terror attacks 07:30 - Why Israel's fight is the fight for all freedom-loving nations 09:45 - How Iran-backed proxies threaten regional stability 12:20 - The moral outrage of deals with terrorist regimes 15:00 - Biden, Trump, and the dangerous normalization of terror 17:30 - The disinformation war: how enemies manipulate Western values 20:00 - Iran's jihadist regime: the greatest threat to global peace 23:10 - The betrayal of oppressed Iranians and the deception of regime change promises 27:00 - Israel's strategic independence and moral duty in defending its people 30:00 - The spiritual foundation of Western civilization and the need for revival 34:00 - The influence of Qatar and the global Islamist network 37:00 - The moral and spiritual implications of fostering terror states 40:30 - The importance of biblical values in shaping a just society 44:00 - The failure of Western secularism and the call for true revival 48:00 - What history teaches us about making peace with evil regimes 🎙️Host Simeon Myers: Residing in the US, Simeon oversees ARISE's day-to-day operations and initiatives. Prior to pivoting with his brother to the ARISE and JCZC initiative, Simeon served alongside Calev as Executive Director for the Jerusalem Institute of Justice. A bit of a renaissance man, Simeon owned and operated a jewelry design and manufacturing company in his early life. He has been a singer/songwriter with television placement, a poker professional, and currently works in film production/directing. If you can't reach Simeon, he's probably out on a mountain stream fly fishing. 🎙️Guest Doron Keidar: Doron has served in the Israeli Defense Forces in a combat unit since 2003 and has served in the IDF reserves since 2006. Doron has worked in the security sector for over a decade. He has also worked with the development of new and innovative gear for military, law enforcement and the private security sector, drawing from his hands-on experience. Doron Keidar travels the world, speaking about Israel and strengthening support for Israel. 🔗 Follow Doron on YouTube: @DoronKeidar Instagram: @keidardoron Facebook: @DoronKeidar.CRYFORZION 🔗 Learn more about ARISE and JCZC at https://ariseforisrael.com/ [https://ariseforisrael.com/] https://jczcongress.com/ [https://jczcongress.com/] Instagram: @ariseforisrael @jczcongress 👀 Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/rrHz2FO8u00 🔔 Subscribe for bold, truth-driven conversations on Israel, justice, media, and the values that shape our world. #Iran #Freedom #Lebanon #Israel #MiddleEast #Democracy

Ep. 32: "Is Qatar Targeting Black America?"

🎙️ JCZC Podcast | Ep. 32 "Is Qatar Targeting Black America?" 🔥 QATAR'S NEW INFLUENCE CAMPAIGN EXPOSED 🔥 What is Qatar really doing inside the United States—and why now? This conversation breaks down the strategy behind the headlines, revealing a deeper geopolitical play that extends far beyond education. Simeon Myers sits down with Pastor Dumisani Washington for a detailed and provocative discussion on Qatar's growing influence in American institutions—and what its recent moves may actually signal. At the center of the conversation: Qatar's decision to shut down its education foundation in the U.S. But is it truly a withdrawal… or a repositioning? 📚 FOLLOW THE MONEY. FOLLOW THE STRATEGY. Qatar has long funded Western education—K-12 systems, universities, and academic programs. Now, as it steps back publicly, questions arise about what comes next. Dumisani argues this is not retreat—it's recalibration. 🇺🇸 A major shift is underway: increased focus on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This raises a critical question—why now? The discussion examines whether these investments are designed to build influence within Black American communities, using education as the entry point. But this is only part of a much larger picture. 🌍 GLOBAL CONNECTIONS. GLOBAL CONSEQUENCES. Qatar's role is examined within a broader network of alliances and ideologies: • Its ties to the Muslim Brotherhood • Strategic relationships with Turkey and Iran • Its influence in shaping narratives around Israel and global anti-Semitism These are not isolated developments—they are interconnected strategies with global implications. 🧠 THE POWER OF NARRATIVE A key focus of the episode is how history is used—and sometimes manipulated. From the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to civil rights language, the conversation explores how narratives are shaped to influence public opinion, policy, and identity. Disinformation is not accidental—it is strategic. ✊ CIVIL RIGHTS, ACTIVISM, AND INFLUENCE The discussion draws a direct line between historical civil rights movements and modern geopolitical messaging. Dumisani challenges how the language of justice can be repurposed—raising questions about who is driving certain narratives, and to what end. 🌍 AFRICA: THE OVERLOOKED FRONTLINE One of the most critical insights: Africa's growing geopolitical importance. With a rising Christian Zionist population, Africa is positioned as a potential counterweight to extremist ideologies and foreign influence. Its role in the future of global alliances may be far greater than many realize. ⚠️ THIS IS ABOUT MORE THAN EDUCATION The episode frames Qatar's actions as part of a broader influence operation—one that intersects with politics, religion, race, and global power structures. The message is clear: These developments are strategic. They are coordinated. And they demand closer attention. 👉 Watch the full conversation. Analyze the details. Draw your own conclusions. 👇Timestamps 00:00 Qatar's Education Foundation Shutdown 07:42 The Influence of Qatar in Education 15:18 Qatar's Strategy and Global Influence 19:12 HBCUs and Qatar's New Focus 27:12 The Intersection of Anti-Semitism and Civil Rights 28:21 Qatar's Civil Rights and Labor Issues 30:23 Historical Context of Slavery in the Middle East 36:04 The Brutality of Modern Slavery 43:50 The Impact of Awareness on Qatar's Image 46:58 The Future of Africa and Israel Relations 🎙️Host: Simeon Myers: Residing in the US, Simeon oversees ARISE's day-to-day operations and initiatives. Prior to pivoting with his brother to the ARISE initiative, Simeon served alongside Calev as Executive Director for the Jerusalem Institute of Justice. A bit of a renaissance man, Simeon owned and operated a jewelry design and manufacturing company in his early life. He has been a singer/songwriter with television placement, a poker professional, and currently works in film production/directing. If you can't reach Simeon, he's probably out on a mountain stream fly fishing. 🎙️Our Guest: Dumisani Washington: Dumisani Washington is the Founder and CEO of the Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel (IBSI). He is also the former Diversity Outreach Coordinator for the over 10-million-member Christians United for Israel (CUFI), having served at CUFI nearly seven years. Dumisani is a pastor, professional musician—graduate of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music—and author whose latest book is the second edition of Zionism & the Black Church: Why Standing with Israel Will be a Defining Issue for Christians of Color in the 21st Century. Dumisani is also the host of his podcast, Truth to Power Live w/ Dumisani Washington Instagram: @dumisani6 X: @DumisaniTemsgen YouTube: @dumisaniwashington-6 Podcast: ttplive.com 🔗 IBSI (Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel) - https://ibsi.org 🔗 ISGAP (Institute for the Study of Global Anti-Semitism and Policy) - https://isgap.org 🔗 Learn more about ARISE and JCZC at https://ariseforisrael.com/ [https://ariseforisrael.com/] https://jczcongress.com/ [https://jczcongress.com/] Instagram: @ariseforisrael @jczcongress 🔗 Watch this episode at https://youtu.be/jJYAVzZ9pb0 🔔 Subscribe for bold, truth-driven conversations on Israel, justice, media, and the values that shape our world. #Qatar #Israel #HumanRights #Truth #MiddleEast #Democracy

Ep. 31 "War | Humanity | Burma | ISIS" with Hunter McNeil

🎙️ JCZC Podcast | Ep. 31 War | Humanity | Burma | ISIS: Inside the Work of the Free Burma Rangers with Hunter McNeil ⚔️ War. Faith. Freedom. Humanity. This isn't just a podcast episode — it's a wake-up call. Hunter McNeil takes listeners deep into the frontlines of the Middle East, sharing gripping stories of chaos, courage, and hope alongside the Free Burma Rangers. From ISIS and Syria to the Kurdish and Iranian fight for freedom, this conversation exposes the brutal realities most people never see. 🌍🔥 But at its core, this episode asks one powerful question: What does it truly mean to stand for good in a world filled with evil? 🙏 The discussion dives into: • The incredible mission of the Free Burma Rangers • The spiritual and political complexities of Middle East conflicts • The courage of Kurdish and Iranian freedom fighters • Why helping others may be humanity's highest calling • Practical ways YOU can make a difference right now 💥 Raw stories. Unfiltered truth. A message of hope in the middle of war. This episode will challenge, inspire, and push you to take action. 👇Timestamps (00:01) | The significance of the Free Burma Rangers & their mission (01:19) | Burma's long civil war and the rebranding of Myanmar (02:27) | How Dave Eubank's military background fuels his calling (03:46) | The spiritual purpose behind risking life to save others (05:12) | From Burma to the Middle East: shifting focus in humanitarian aid (06:12) | Unpacking the complex alliances in Syria & Iraq (09:32) | ISIS's defeat & the ongoing ideological threat (11:09) | The multifaceted Kurdish identity & their societal values (13:42) | Clarifying the political chaos and moral ambiguities (16:48) | The differences between Kurdish groups and the Iranian IRGC (19:03) | The Syrian conflict and the role of figures like al-Jolani (20:46) | The persecution of minorities in Syria & geopolitical darkness (22:08) | The recent fall of Kurdish territory & the chaos in Syria (24:15) | The importance of understanding Middle Eastern complexity (25:21) | The necessity of righteous, skilled force to combat evil (26:13) | How Americans can support Middle Eastern struggles—starting locally (28:34) | Rediscovering Iran & supporting Iranian freedom from afar (31:32) | The American blessings of freedom & gratitude (33:20) | Israeli model of life-saving aid & global service 🎙️Host Simeon Myers: Residing in the US, Simeon oversees ARISE's day-to-day operations and initiatives. Prior to pivoting with his brother to the ARISE and JCZC initiative, Simeon served alongside Calev as Executive Director for the Jerusalem Institute of Justice. A bit of a renaissance man, Simeon owned and operated a jewelry design and manufacturing company in his early life. He has been a singer/songwriter with television placement, a poker professional, and currently works in film production/directing. If you can't reach Simeon, he's probably out on a mountain stream fly fishing. Links: 🔗 https://freeburmarangers.org/ [https://freeburmarangers.org/] 👀 Documentary: Free Burma Rangers Click here to watch on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0BY9G5VYR/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r] 🔗 Learn more about ARISE and JCZC at https://ariseforisrael.com/ [https://ariseforisrael.com/] https://jczcongress.com/ [https://jczcongress.com/] Instagram: @ariseforisrael @jczcongress 👀 Watch YT episode here [https://youtu.be/Vb16ysphAcE] 🔔 Subscribe for bold, truth-driven conversations on Israel, justice, media, and the values that shape our world. #Iran #Freedom #FreeBurmaRangers #Israel #MiddleEast #Democracy