What are you thankful for? With Thanksgiving approaching in the USA, millions turn their thoughts this week towards gratitude. And although Thanksgiving isn't really celebrated in Israel, there are plenty of Israeli songs that express appreciation and thanks for the blessings in our lives. But this year, with hostages home and a fragile peace in place for now, many of us in Israel are feeling particularly thankful. So before you gather around the T-Day table, get into the holiday spirit by listening to these great Israeli tunes - perfect for the season! (Original Air Date: November 23, 2025)
'The Emotional Soundtrack of Israel: Two Years in 20 Songs' - get it here!
https://joshwave354.gumroad.com/l/emotional-soundtrack-israel
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/mry9nbbz
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Episode #1249: What Freedom Sounds Like
What Israeli songs did the hostages ask to hear after their release from two years of captivity? What songs ran through their minds day after day, during their long and painful ordeal? Now that our living hostages are finally home, we've learned a bit more about their experiences: the torture and starvation, yes, but also the songs that gave them strength for more than two years. We shared a few of these songs on a previous show, but thanks to the folks at Kan Gimmel radio, we now have even more information, more firsthand stories, and more significant music. You may never be able to hear these songs in quite the same way again. (Original Air Date: November 9, 2025)
'The Emotional Soundtrack of Israel: Two Years in 20 Songs' - get it here!
https://joshwave354.gumroad.com/l/emotional-soundtrack-israel
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/vsrkdvuk
Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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Episode #1248: New Israeli Music - October 2025
Israel is breathing just a little easier nowadays, and our thriving music industry doesn't miss a beat. The songs on the radio don't ignore the harsh realities of the past two years, but they certainly aren't harping on them either. So, you may ask, what are Israelis listening to, now that war is (sort of) taking a back seat? We got you. This week on Israel Hour Radio, Josh shares the most-played songs on Israeli radio stations nationwide over the past week, featuring several artists never before heard on our show. We're proud to keep you up to date on the latest and greatest in Israeli music! (Original Air Date: October 26, 2025)
'The Emotional Soundtrack of Israel: Two Years in 20 Songs' - get it here!
https://joshwave354.gumroad.com/l/emotional-soundtrack-israel
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/4evt3e43
Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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Episode #1247: Musical Tales of Survival
THEY'RE HOME. Words we've been waiting to write for more than two years. While of course we know we won't be complete until all of the bodies held by Hamas are back home in Israel, we are breathing easier this week than we've been in a LONG time. Now that our living hostages are reunited with their families, we're beginning to learn the unimaginable details of their captivity. But we're also learning about how they managed to hold on to hope, stay strong, and survive - and for many, MUSIC played a large role. This week on Israel Hour Radio, we share the stories - and the songs - of our heroes. With much gratitude, we're so pleased to share this very emotional episode. (Original Air Date: October 19, 2025)
'The Emotional Soundtrack of Israel: Two Years in 20 Songs' - get it here!
https://joshwave354.gumroad.com/l/emotional-soundtrack-israel
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/5aywbdpm
Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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Episode #1246: Waiting For The BEST News
By the time you hear this podcast, you already know that on October 13, 2025, all living hostages held by Hamas were returned to their families in Israel. But when we recorded this podcast the evening before, we still weren't sure if the deal would hold. Sure, we were optimistic...but couldn't exhale until everyone was safely back home. Under that backdrop, we shared songs of homecoming, hope, optimism, and the promise of a better tomorrow - songs that are even more relevant now that we know THEY'RE FREE. It's hard to believe that our national nightmare is over (though we still pray for the return of 19 murdered hostages), but it is glorious to know that our country can begin to heal from two long, difficult, painful years of war and trauma. (Original Air Date: October 12, 2025)
'The Emotional Soundtrack of Israel: Two Years in 20 Songs' - get it here!
https://joshwave354.gumroad.com/l/emotional-soundtrack-israel
Full YouTube playlist at https://tinyurl.com/edyxrrby
Love the show? Please help us grow by becoming a member of MyIsraeliMusic.com: https://myisraelimusic.com/membership
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