The Quad
The Quad
JNS Podcasts
The Quad is a dynamic weekly panel show hosted by Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, former Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem. The show features a rotating group of bold, insightful women who tackle the biggest stories from Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. With sharp analysis, diverse perspectives and unapologetic commentary, The Quad challenges conventional narratives and brings clarity to complex issues shaping our time.
Iran and Gaza: Ceasefires Tested and the Risks of Delay
The U.S.-Iran memorandum has expired with no deal, Hamas is once again testing the limits of the Gaza ceasefire and questions are mounting over whether the West is repeating the same mistakes that led to October 7. The panel breaks down the growing economic pressure on Iran, the regime’s ability to suppress dissent, and whether President Trump is simply buying time until the U.S. midterm elections. They also examine Jared Kushner’s controversial meeting with Hamas representatives in Egypt and reports from Israeli soldiers who say terrorists are exploiting current rules of engagement. Plus, a Gaza-bound flotilla suffers an unexpected setback, the panel names its “Scumbags of the Week,” and highlights individuals who stood up against antisemitism and intimidation.
Aug 19
58 min
Israel’s Red Line: No Peace Without Hamas Disarmament
Israel draws a red line as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects the latest 15-point Gaza roadmap...but that’s only the beginning of a much bigger story. In this episode of "The Quad", we break down the battle over Hamas disarmament and a new report challenging claims of widespread famine. Then we turn to Iran, where mounting economic pressure could be changing the equation, even as Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia move toward a new defense alignment. And the political battle is spreading far beyond the Middle East. A major election result in Michigan sparks a heated discussion about the direction of American politics, while the panel takes on some of the week’s most controversial moments: from the Oxford Union to rising antisemitism and the figures willing to stand against it. Plus: Scumbags of the Week and Heroes of the Week Watch until the end and let us know in the comments: Is Netanyahu right to reject the Gaza plan, or is Israel risking an opportunity it may not get again?
Aug 11
54 min
Hamas Disarmament Deal: Breakthrough or Strategic Illusion?
Is Hamas really disarming or is the world about to fall for the same illusion all over again? This week on "The Quad," the panel breaks down the White House's announcement of a landmark Hamas disarmament agreement and asks whether the deal represents a genuine turning point or simply another pause that leaves the terrorist organization intact. They also examine the latest developments inside Iran, the growing propaganda war targeting Israel and the shocking migrant crisis unfolding in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. From Middle East diplomacy and regional security to Europe's immigration challenges and the battle over public opinion, this episode connects the stories shaping the future of Israel and the West.
Aug 4
52 min
From Words to Violence: The Rise of Global Antisemitism
Has anti-Israel rhetoric crossed the line into real-world violence? This week on The Quad, the panel examines the rise of jihadist attacks from New York to Berlin and the growing concern that political incitement is fueling hatred against Jews around the world. They also discuss Iran's hidden nuclear program, Prime Minister Netanyahu's high-stakes visit to Washington, escalating campus antisemitism, foreign influence campaigns targeting the West and why many believe the ideological battle is becoming just as dangerous as the military one. If you want to understand how these seemingly separate stories are connected, and what they could mean for Israel, the United States and the future of the West, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
Jul 28
49 min
U.S.-Iran Escalation: How the Conflict Is Shaping the Region
The Middle East may be on the verge of a far bigger war than most people realize. In this episode of "The Quad", the panel unpacks the escalating U.S. campaign against Iran following the deaths of American servicemen, growing expectations that Israel could soon enter the fight, rumors surrounding the disappearance of Iran's new supreme leader and the fierce political battle unfolding in Washington over U.S.-Israel relations. You'll gain insight into the strategic calculations behind the conflict and why the panel believes the coming days could reshape the region for years to come.
Jul 22
39 min
Beyond Campuses: The Global Spread of Anti-Israel Activism
Has anti-Israel activism become something much bigger than campus protests? In this special conversation from the CUFI Summit in Washington, D.C., Fleur Hassan-Nahum is joined by leading Jewish and Christian voices to expose how foreign influence and years of institutional infiltration have transformed universities, politics, media and even medicine. You'll learn why the alliance between Christians and Israel is growing stronger despite mounting pressure and why the battle against antisemitism is now being fought far beyond the Middle East.
Jul 16
43 min
The Next Phase: Trump, Iran, and the Future of the Conflict
Trump says the ceasefire is dead, but why are negotiations with Iran still happening? The Quad panel breaks down whether the Islamic Republic has finally pushed President Trump past the point of diplomacy and what an alleged assassination plot against Trump could mean for the next phase of the conflict. You'll learn why the hosts believe Iran is running out of options, how Western radicalization is becoming part of the story, what Hamas' latest "peace" proposal in Gaza really means and why the coming months could determine the future of both the Middle East and the U.S.-Israel alliance.
Jul 14
55 min
The Khamenei Funeral: Propaganda, Power and Iran's Next Move
The gloves come off as the panel dissects the spectacle surrounding Ali Khamenei's funeral and the question many are now asking: are the nuclear negotiations simply buying Tehran more time? You'll learn why the panel believes the regime's public rhetoric matters, how Turkey's growing regional ambitions could become the next major geopolitical flashpoint, why anti-Semitism in Western politics is raising new alarms, and hear the week's biggest heroes and villains in one of the show's most passionate discussions yet.
Jul 7
48 min
A Shifting Middle East: Is the Anti-Israel Alliance Cracking?
Is the anti-Israel alliance finally starting to crack? This week's episode of "The Quad" explores three major developments that could reshape the Middle East: Lebanon's unprecedented move toward distancing itself from Hezbollah, Iran's increasingly aggressive actions in the Strait of Hormuz and the growing anti-Hamas protests erupting inside Gaza. You'll learn why these stories may be more connected than they appear, what they reveal about shifting regional alliances and whether these dramatic changes signal the beginning of lasting peace or the opening chapter of an even more dangerous conflict.
Jun 30
51 min
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