JCZC Podcast By Arise

Welcome to the JCZC Podcast, brought to you by Arise, where we delve into the nuances of freedom across the Western world and Israel, exploring the intersection of these dynamic realms. Tune in for a compelling discussion on aligning truth, freedom, and action in today's complex world.

JCZC Podcast By Arise is a news podcast hosted by Simeon Myers, with 37 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Ep. 37 "The Slave Trade History Forgot" with Dumisani Washington

  Aug 18, 202651 min

  ️ JCZC Podcast | Ep. 37 "The Slave Trade History Forgot" with Dumisani Washington The History They Don't Want You to Talk About. What happens when one of history's darkest chapters is left out of the conversation? Simeon Myers and Pastor Dumisani Washington take a hard look at the Arab slave trade, its devastating legacy, and the modern forms of human trafficking that continue across parts of the Middle East and North Africa. Dumisani challenges the narratives that have shaped how slavery is discussed, unpacking the staggering scale of the trans-Saharan slave trade and asking why so much of this history remains overlooked. ️ In this episode: • The largely forgotten history of the Arab slave trade • The staggering scale of the trans-Saharan slave trade • How slavery evolved into modern human trafficking • Why the media often fails to tell the whole story • The political and cultural forces that make these conversations difficult • The human cost of slavery that continues today History. Slavery. Human trafficking. Truth. This is a conversation designed to challenge assumptions, confront uncomfortable history, and ask why some stories receive far more attention than others. Timestamps 00:00 Understanding the Arab Slave Trade 08:53 Modern-Day Slavery and Its Mechanisms 20:05 The Legacy of Slavery in Contemporary Society 27:02 The Consequences of Speaking Out 28:00 Embarrassment and Accountability 30:09 The Role of Awareness and Action 31:09 Qatar's Influence and Control 34:52 Understanding the Roots of Slavery 37:54 The Intersection of Race and Slavery 39:03 Political Complicity and Silence 41:06 Moral Clarity and Accountability 44:24 Humanizing the Issue of Slavery 49:26 The Call to Action ️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: Pastor 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). 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 the 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 Links mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTacTKtgOLb/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://ibsi.substack.com/ https://africanjewishalliance.org/ https://www.iabolish.org/ Learn more about ARISE and JCZC at https://ariseforisrael.com/ https://jczcongress.com/ Follow Us on Instagram and Facebook: @ariseforisrael @jczcongress Watch this episode at https://youtu.be/0h_fVZ99a8E Subscribe for bold, truth-driven conversations on Israel, justice, media, and the values that shape our world. #Arab #Israel #WesternValues #ArabSlaveTrade #MiddleEast #slavery

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  Ep. 36: "Ask an Arab Israeli" w/ Ruby Bishai

  Jul 29, 202650 min

  ️ JCZC Podcast | Ep. 36 "Ask An Arab Israeli" with Ruby Bishai ✝️ What is it really like to be an Arab Christian living in Israel? Ruby Bishai shares his extraordinary story as an Arab Christian living in Israel, whose family traces its Levantine roots back nearly 2,000 years. In this eye-opening conversation, he explores the decline of Christianity across the Middle East, the realities of persecution, and why he believes Israel offers freedoms that many Christians elsewhere in the region no longer enjoy. From the October 7 attacks to the future of Arab Christians, Ruby challenges common media narratives while calling for truth, understanding, and hope in one of the world's most misunderstood conflicts. ️ In this episode: • Ruby's ancient Christian heritage from Nazareth, Egypt, and the Levant • Why Christianity is disappearing across much of the Middle East • What life is really like for Arab Christians living in Israel • Christian persecution in Egypt, Gaza, and neighboring countries • October 7, Hamas, and the impact on Arab Israelis and Palestinians • The role of Western media in shaping public perception • Why dialogue, faith, and truth matter more than ever Faith. History. Identity. Persecution. This powerful firsthand account offers a perspective rarely heard—and challenges what many people think they know about Christians in the Middle East. Timestamps 00:00 Treatment of Christians in Israel: Myths and Realities 00:28 Introducing Ruby Bishai: His Background and Heritage 01:26 Family Lineage and Historical Roots in the Middle East 02:52 The Decline of Christianity in the Middle East: Numbers and Causes 07:00 Christianity in Egypt: From 95% to 10-15% Today 11:55 Media Coverage and the Western Narrative on Christian Persecution 17:06 The Situation of Christians in Gaza and Bethlehem 21:11 Historical Trajectory of Christian Communities in the Region 29:01 The Impact of War and Political Changes on Christians 38:59 Persecution in Israel: Reality vs. Perception 44:07 The Future of Christians in the Middle East and Israel ️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: Robert "Ruby" Bishai: Ruby's calling is deeply personal. An Arab Israeli Christian who grew up in the Jewish town of Tiberias, Ruby offers a unique perspective on the challenges and connections between Jewish and Arab communities in Israel. Today, he works to build understanding and foster unity between people often divided by history. Learn more about ARISE and JCZC at https://ariseforisrael.com/ https://jczcongress.com/ Instagram: @ariseforisrael @jczcongress Watch this episode at https://youtu.be/t4mkGC8R6Xc Subscribe for bold, truth-driven conversations on Israel, justice, media, and the values that shape our world. #ArabChristian #Israel #WesternValues #ArabIsraeli #MiddleEast

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

  Jul 12, 202641 min

  🎙️ 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/ 🔗 Learn more about ARISE and JCZC at https://ariseforisrael.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

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

  Jun 26, 20261h 8m

  🎙️ 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://jczcongress.com/ @ariseforisrael @jczcongress 👀 Watch the episode here: 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

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

  Jun 20, 202651 min

  🎙️ 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://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

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