The Yishai Fleisher Show on JewishPress.com

Yishai presents a riveting talk he recently attended at Yeshiva University given by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks.

Yishai and Jake Bennett take on CBS's hardcore anti-Israel bias which masquerades as "reporting". Then, Ben Bresky interviews master tour guide Meir Eisenman on the story of the Churva Synagogue and the rebuilding of Jerusalem. Finally, Torah Time: God does so much for His nation, so what does He want of us?

Yishai plays recordings from the month-and-a-half he and his wife, Malka, spent broadcasting from Gush Katif during the 2005 disengagement. The Fleishers provided their priceless, on-the-scene perspective of one of the most dramatic moments in Israeli history, as they observed the communities’ valiant refusal to leave their homes — even as their towns were cut off from food and supplies — while being intimidated by the Israeli government.

Rev. John Counsell is a pastor, a radio show host, a biker and an Israel-lover. Together with one of Ottawa's top rabbis, he is leading a tour of the Holy Land for his listeners. John joins Yishai to talk about living an inspiring biblical life; hosting a religious, call-in talk-radio show on a secular station in Canada; ministering to bikers; and supporting Israel with all his heart. Then, Yishai hosts Brig. Gen. Avi Yaakovi, recently retired from the Israel Air Force, after flying more than 4,000 hours on an F-16 -- thereby setting an Israeli record and becoming part of an exclusive international club consisting of only a few dozen elite pilots. Listen in and hear more!

Yishai and Malkah Fleisher discuss Yishai's visit to the Gaza periphery communities and lessons learned there. Then, Jake Bennett joins Yishai to compare the very different approaches of soon-to-be Ambassador Huckabee to Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. Plus, Ben Bresky on the life and Hebron burial of early Zionist rabbi Yehuda Bibas.

(((CLICK BELOW TO HEAR AUDIO))) Yishai & Malkah discuss how to fight EU labeling, the miracle of Pollard's release, and a new town in the...

Yishai and Malkah Fleisher pray for the victims of the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria and rage against the lies told against Israel by the Amalek-tinged media. Then: Ben Bresky on the history of Tu Bishvat and broadcaster Mark Golub remembered. Also: Yishai debates on i24, and Steve and Samuel Wearp on the mission of Blessed Buy Israel.

Yishai and Malkah talk about their excitement for snow in Israel, an Arab rock-throwing attack against American Legislators, an ancient Judean palm tree grows today, the expiration of a law allowing ultra-Orthodox Jews to avoid military service, and Yishai’s Tu B’Shevat Seder in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York.

Yishai and Malkah Fleisher discuss the Passover holiday from the highs of the Priestly Blessing in Jerusalem to the lows of the murder of Rina and Maya Dee. Then: Aryeh Lightstone on envisioning the future of the Abraham Accords. Zeev Orenstein on living with King David in our time. And Ari Abramowitz on the pain of burying sisters in the Land of Judea.

In the lead-up to Jerusalem Day, Yishai hosts three relevant guests: one American, another Israeli and a third Palestinian. Listen in and get inspired!

Responsibility for your actions! Rav Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai to study Torah tort law in the portion of Mishpatim including out of control fires, unwanted seductions, open ditches, and bad witches. Then, Malkah Fleisher on international monitors leaving Hebron and the new challenge of Amnesty International.

Yishai and Malkah Fleisher return to discuss post-Pesach and the pro-Hamas protests on the Columbia campus. Then, Yishai speaks with the father of Omer Wenkert, one of the October 7th abductees. Also, Yishai does a deep dive on how the Narrative War on Twitter (X) is fought. And finally, Ben Bresky on Pinhas Rutenberg and the founding of the Israel Electric Corporation.

Yishai is joined by Rabbi Shmuely Yanklowitz to discuss veganism, moral kosher code, and the centrality of Israel for tikkun olam.

Yishai and Malkah Fleisher start off talking about Passover, and the shakeup in the Israeli government, all while their house is on the midst of cleaning. Then Rav Mike Feuer on the three thoughts that are a must for the First Night of the Year - the Seder!

The tension of the US elections and their global impact are HUGE. Malkah Fleisher joins Yishai to make heads or tails of it, and fight against the divisiveness which benefits only the bad guys. Then, Rav Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai to follow the escapades of forefather Abraham from defending Sodom, to Ishmael's eviction, to the Binding on the Temple Mount.

Yishai talks about Abbas' hateful speech at the UN along with looking at the sad reality on hate in the Middle East. He moves on to talk about a woman killed on the way to an appointment at a fertility clinic and how she saved five lives and ends talking about French Jews and a Jewish community slated for destruction.

The world's leaders are ascending to Jerusalem to remember Auschwitz - but what they are really commemorating is the greatest miracle of all time - the rebirth of Jerusalem!

With Yishai serving in the IDF reserves, we present a dynamic interview he recorded with Deputy Prime Minister Moshe "Bogie" Ya'alon to discuss rockets from South Lebanon, Aliyah, and he centrality of Israel to the Jewish world.

Malkah is back and joins Rabbi Yishai to talk about an unusual Jewish tattoo, the light of Lag BaOmer, and the baseless hate and darkness that threatens Israel. Ben Bresky on the historic celebrations of Rabbi Simon's passing. And finally, Table Torah: Connecting to Land of Israel for a true connection to God.

Yishai is joined by Alan & Leora Katz to discuss their recent marriage and Aliyah to the Land of Israel and also presents a piece from Rabbi Lazar Brody where Rabbi Brody discusses his love of the Land.

Yishai presents a fascinating audio piece from the BBC about the issue of the legality of circumcision in Germany.  Be sure to tune in to stay informed!

Yishai is joined by Rav Mike Feuer to stand in awe at the foot of Mt. Sinai and receive the gift of the Ten Commandments. Then, Malkah Fleisher on a flat tire in Judea and the micro-kindnesses that can change our life.

Yishai and Knesset expert Jeremy Man Saltan discuss the current situation of the Israeli government.

Yishai and Malkah Fleisher remember the Sukkot holiday and try to get back to a life routine. Yishai discusses joining the campaign trail for Itamar Ben Gvir (party call letter TET).

Yishai makes a passionate plea for Jerusalem's honor. When you deny or disrespect the Holy City, he says, you are dishonoring God and casting doubt on the story of the Jewish people and Israel. Then, Yishai is joined in-studio by VOI political correspondent Raoul Wootliff, to discuss the annual Herzliya Conference, the most prestigious gathering of policy analysts from Israel and abroad. Raoul plays some interviews he conducted from the scene, and discusses burning issues, such as BDS, the future of minorities in Israel and the question of a two-state solution. Finally, Yishai is joined by Rabbi Mike Feuer to discuss this week's Torah portion, which they say is particularly relevant to the era in which we are living. Why did the best leaders of a generation reject the land of Israel?

Yishai broadcasts from busy Jerusalem streets where he talks about new a new rail line being built, the safety of the City of Jerusalem, and how evil needs to be uprooted.

Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai to get pre-Purim holy drunk on Torah and to figure out the future of AIPAC as well. Then, Malkah Fleisher joins the show to talk about why Jews eat the sweetened ears of their enemies.

Yishai and Malkah Fleisher team up to discuss how Israel has grown since October 7th including gaining the mountain range of the Hermon – which Assad’s Syria partially held. Dr. Mordechai Kedar and Dr. Michael Doran both share an understanding of the forces fighting within Syria and advise on what Israel’s play should be. Then, Table Torah on the controversy over the Biblical destruction of the townspeople of Shechem.

Yishai is in England! First, Yishai speaks with Jonathan Neumann about the concept of Limmud UK and about practicing pluralism by bringing nationalistic speakers to a predominantly Liberal gathering. Then, a conversation with Lt. Col Peter Lerner, Head of the IDF's Foreign & Social Media desk, about the IDF's positions in social media, Israel's contentious borders, and beyond.

Yishai and Elie Pieprz, Director of External Affairs at the Council for Judea and Samaria discuss the use of humor and media to combat John Kerry's attempt to force two states.