Two years of war. 50 hostages. Disturbing images. Rampant antisemitism. Low public opinion. We're living in very difficult times for the Jewish State, and sometimes, there's little more we can do than pray. Recorded on Tisha B'av, the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, this week's show kicks off our annual August Chagigot with a show that just feels right for such a painful day: a show devoted to prayer in Israeli music. Whether or not you believe in God, no doubt you believe in a better tomorrow...and these songs yearn for just that. From songs about prayer to lyrics taken right from the Jewish liturgy, these tunes will undoubtedly uplift and inspire you - because it sure feels like we need a little boost of inspiration these days. (Original Air Date: August 3, 2025)
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/32xnu9z8
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Episode #1238: Summer Sizzler
Kama cham ba'chutz! Man, it's hot outside! Yup, for most of our listeners, 'tis the season for hot temps, cold drinks, lots of sunblock, and doing literally anything you can to beat the heat. Anyone who's been to Israel this time of year knows well of the brutal, unrelenting heat throughout the country. So it makes sense that there are a lot of songs about summer, heat, and trips to the beach! Can we help you cool off with Israeli music? We'll certainly try, with an hour of Hebrew songs about kayitz (summer) fun in the sun. Stay cool, friends! (Original Air Date: July 27, 2025)
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/56jjm7w6
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Episode #1237: New Israeli Music - July 2025
The dog days of summer are here, and you know what that means...it's time for the GREAT Israeli songs you'll hear all summer at the beach, the pool, the boardwalk, or just sitting in traffic to your next vacation destination during the 'chofesh hagadol' (the big vacation, aka summer break for schoolkids). Looking for some cool new summer songs to help you beat the heat? We've got 'em - and for the most part, they're upbeat and FUN! This week, we catch you up on the latest and greatest NEW songs from Israel, guaranteed to get you smiling or your money back! (Some restrictions apply.) (Original Air Date: July 20, 2025)
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/46jcb2yv
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Episode #1236: Dry Your Tears
It's always challenging to prepare the show when it falls out on a Jewish fast day, traditionally sad days on the Jewish calendar. So what do you do when you discover that you're broadcasting on the fast of the 17th of Tammuz? The Israeli Music Community came to the rescue, suggesting a show with songs about crying and tears. Sounds pretty depressing, right? Well, it's not what you think. Sure, some songs are sad, but others are upbeat, thought provoking, or just plain fun. And what a playlist - with Jane Bordeaux, David Broza, Rami Kleinstein, Sarit Hadad, and even a Hebrew cover of a classic song by Sting! So stop what you're doing and tune in to this week's edition of Israel Hour Radio. We promise you won't shed any tears over it. (Original Air Date: July 13, 2025)
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/5n75fahw
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Episode #1235: Israeli Music Time Machine - 1979
With the recent war in Iran - and the POSSIBILITY of a 'new day' in Iran - still on our minds, we thought it might be fun to take a look back at the year in which the Iranian Revolution took place and Israel-Iran relationship changed forever. That means we're setting the dial on the Israeli Music Time Machine back to 1979, and looking back at the most popular Israeli music of the year. 1979 also happened to be the year Israel signed a historic peace treaty with Egypt, and the year the Sony Walkman was released - changing the music business forever. Join us for a fun walk down memory lane, with lots of songs you can sing along to! What are your memories (if any) of 1979? (Original Air Date: July 6, 2025)
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/48mdkepd
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