Ami's House

After Zohran Mamdani's stunning victory in the NYC Democratic mayoral primary, the Jewish community is raising serious concerns. But can they articulate why? In this deep dive, we break down the real issues behind the headlines and explain what many are struggling to put into words.From his socialist economic policies to his stance on Israel, from his past tweets to his current media-trained persona - we examine the gap between public perception and documented positions. This isn't about personal attacks - it's about understanding the policies and ideologies that could reshape New York City. We are then joined by special guest Shabbos Kestenbaum from ⁨@PragerU⁩ to add some actual informed insight. 🔴 MAJOR CONCERNS DISCUSSED: →The difference between his current messaging and past statements →Why "useful idiots" are more dangerous than outright antisemites →The connection between anti-Zionism and broader anti-Western sentiment →How socialist policies historically impact Jewish communities →The role of media training in political transformation SUPPORT THE PODCAST: 👉 Patreon https://www.patreon.com/amishouse/posts 👉 Subscribe for more NYC political analysis 👉 Share with friends who need to understand these issues 🎯 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - 02:19 -Why Mamdani Won & Initial Reactions02:19 - 06:25 - The Real Danger: Why "Useful Idiots" Are Worse Than Open Antisemites06:25 - 09:41 - Iran vs The West: How Anti-Israel Sentiment Packages Itself09:41 - 12:01 - Socialist Ideologies & Mass Delusion12:01 - 15:19 - Thomas Sowell's Warning15:19 - 18:51 - The Media Problem18:51 - 22:34 - Trump vs Mamdani: Why Old Tweets Actually Matter This Time22:34 - 28:58 - Bigger Picture: Religious Tribalism28:58 - 59:24 - GUEST SEGMENT: Shabbos Kesternbaum's Insider Analysis 59:24 - 1:13:36 - Joe Rogan Problem: How Pro-Israel Side Lost The Narrative War #zohranmamdani #nyc #politics #jewish

The Middle East debate has devolved into partisan hackery and anti-Israel propaganda. Finally, we're bringing REAL expertise to the conversation that everyone is talking about but nobody truly understands. Our Guests: Yaron Brook and Elan Journo from the Ayn Rand Institute - the experts who've been sounding the alarm about Iran for DECADES while politicians played politics.This isn't your typical left vs. right foreign policy debate. This is principled analysis that cuts through the noise and explains why moral clarity matters more than partisan talking points. 🙏🏼 Support on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/amishouse/posts🔎 Explore the Ayn Rand Institute: https://aynrand.org/0:00 - 05:22 - Iran Started This War in 1979 - Here's Proof05:23 - 12:44 - Why Libertarian "Isolationism" is Actually Surrenderism12:45 - 18:29 - The 1979 Embassy Attack That Changed Everything18:30 - 25:11 - How Iran Inspired 9/11 (The Connection Media Ignores)25:12 - 32:07 - Why Iraq Failed But Iran Intervention is Justified32:08 - 38:44 - The Moral Poison Destroying American Foreign Policy38:45 - 44:19 - Israel's Military Masterclass: Precision vs. Primitive Brutality44:20 - 49:14 - Trump's Iran Policy: Brilliant Politics, Terrible Strategy49:15 - 52:30 - DEBATE: Should We Remove Iran's Regime?

Note: If you watched yesterday's Mamdani episode (ft. Olivia Reingold of The Free Press ) and were confused about why we never discussed Mamdani and Olivia Reingold wasn't there, it's because the wrong video was uploaded! That has been fixed. You can find the Olivia interview here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0o5jl6ufI7aA24JdCbdLZa The entire Middle East landscape shifted in 12 days. While everyone's panicking about World War 3, we break down why the podcast class got it completely wrong.🔥 What You'll Discover → Why Trump's Iran statement makes perfect sense (and isn't contradictory at all)→ The dangerous new political coalition forming around anti-Israel sentiment→ How podcasters are using Iraq War trauma to analyze completely different conflicts→ The difference between having "opinions" vs just having "sentiments"Why Breaking Points is getting 300K+ views with anti-Israel content⚡ MUST-WATCH MOMENT at 19:40: We explain why defending Israel in one sentence is impossible (but we try anyway)🎯 The Big Revelation at 21:52 - How a new left-right coalition is building that could reshape American politics🙏🏼 Support on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/amishouse/posts0:00 - Recapping Iran news4:24 - Trump's "contradictory" statement decoded13:27 - Why the podcast class only knows Iraq War analogies15:20 - Opinions vs Sentiments21:52 - The anti-Israel coalition nobody's talking about29:06 - Why Jews feel safer but Americans don't 37:46 - Candace Owens goes full Holocaust denier48:23 - Tucker vs Ted Cruz: Who won?56:39 - The end of elite consensus building💡 The Uncomfortable Truth:Most commentators shifted from "genocide in Gaza" to "Iran war hysteria" overnight. We ask the question everyone's avoiding: Is there an antisemitic undercurrent driving these takes?🔥 CONTROVERSIAL TAKE at 33:22 - "These are people who commit suicide with bombs" - Why Tim Dillon's Iran analysis misses the point🌍 Why This Matters:The media landscape has completely fractured. There's no more consensus building like there was for Iraq. Instead, we have algorithmic echo chambers where people think World War 3 is happening while others think it's completely over.The scariest part? In 10 years, millions of people might get their news exclusively from channels that told them the complete opposite of reality - and they won't even know other perspectives exist.🎙️ Want more unfiltered Middle East analysis? Subscribe and hit the bell - we're the only podcast brave enough to call out both sides when they're wrong.💬 QUESTION FOR COMMENTS: Do you think there's a new political coalition forming around being anti-Israel? Let us know below.📧 Stay ahead of the narrative: Subscribe to our newsletter for takes you won't get anywhere else.#Iran #Israel #MiddleEast #Trump #PodcastAnalysis #MediaCriticism #Politics2025

Note: The wrong video was uploaded on June 25th! This episode now features the correct interview with Olivia Reingold. Could Zohran Mamdani ACTUALLY be NYC's next mayor? Join us for on-the-ground reporting from NYC’s Democratic primary Election Day as we dive deep into the surprising rise of Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old socialist and former Students for Justice in Palestine activist challenging the status quo. *Note: Recorded a few hours before election results were announce. Reporter Olivia Reingold from The Free Press shares firsthand voter interviews, explores Mamdani’s charismatic appeal versus establishment pushback, and tackles the controversy around his stance on Israel, anti-Semitism, and hate-crime enforcement. We also unpack coalition-building among younger voters, the “abundance agenda,” and what his movement signals for the future of New York politics. Don’t miss these insights into grassroots energy, policy debates (housing, taxes), and the broader implications for NYC and beyond.Find Olivia's coverage at  @thefreepress  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCSRRURbKlPf1HwPUhjmufTg] and https://www.thefp.com/w/olivia-reingold🙏🏼 Support on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/amishouse/posts 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment your thoughts on Mamdani’s rise, and subscribe for more on-the-ground political analysis!00:00 Zohran Mamdani's Socialist Policies23:02 The Anti-semitism +anti-zionism issue#mamdani #nyc #nycpolitics #jewish

In this episode of Ami’s House, we dive into why American isolationists are misreading the Iran conflict and, in doing so, undermining their own objectives. Featuring an insightful conversation with Mark Dubowitz– CEO of non-profit thinktank Foundation for Defense of Democracies– we unpack the pitfalls of isolationist rhetoric, explore on-the-ground realities, and discuss what constructive engagement might look like. Whether you follow Middle East foreign policy closely or are just curious about the human impact behind headlines, this episode sheds light on how U.S. isolationism can backfire and what genuine support might entail. We cover: * Historical Context: Understand pre-1979 Iran, the Shah’s era, and how the Islamic Republic consolidated power. * Myth-Busting: Learn why common narratives (e.g., “Argo”) misrepresent key events and how that shapes public perception. * Nuclear Threat Analysis: Explore the strategic factors driving Iran’s nuclear ambitions, Israel’s responses, and why timing matters. * U.S. Policy & Isolationism: Discover how calls to “avoid escalation” can paradoxically make war more likely by undermining credible deterrence. * Civil Resistance & Regime Change: Hear about the growing Iranian protest movements, Operation Rising Lion, and how external support might tip the balance.   If you found this discussion valuable, hit Subscribe and ring the bell to get notified about future Ami’s House episodes on Israel, Middle East affairs, and global politics. Consider joining our Patreon for early access, bonus content, and to help us build a grassroots community of informed viewers.  Support on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/amishouse/posts [https://www.patreon.com/amishouse/posts] Mike's podcast "Iran Breakdown" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WyoGsvpl3c&list=PLmEsAFBNkqsMQnt5pypwEX0ul0NyIjd3E [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WyoGsvpl3c&list=PLmEsAFBNkqsMQnt5pypwEX0ul0NyIjd3E] Join the Conversation: Do you think U.S. isolationist policies help or hinder stability in the Middle East? Have you seen gaps between American debate and on-the-ground realities? Let us know your thoughts! Comments! 00:00 – Iran Under the Shah vs. the 1979 Islamic Revolution 02:50 – Debunking “Argo” and the 1953 Coup Narrative 04:31 – Khomeini’s Rise 06:08 – Succession of Ali Khamenei 07:03 – The Ayatollah's Biggest Miscalculation 12:22 – Why NOW? The Closing Window on Iran’s Nuclear Program 22:20 – What are the threats to the U.S. if it attacks Iran? 28:16 – The Regime's Vulnerability 38:28 – Operation Rising Lion: Supporting the Iranian People to Overthrow the Regime 45:22 Candace Owens, Tucker Carlson, and What the Isolationists Don't Get