Reviews
This podcast sheds an important and honest light on arguably the most controversial country in the world. It offers clear and balanced insight into Israel’s history and debunks so much of the vile propaganda and antisemitic misinformation circulating in recent months. Highly recommend!
Ike J. L. via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 03/12/24
I am not Jewish, but I am very interested in the history of Israel. I have been listening to this podcast for two days and I will continue until it’s done! Thank you! It’s excellent
caswanky via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/10/24
After experiencing virulent antisemitism from close ex-friends in the past few years, I had already begun a deep dive researching Judaism and Jewish history. On Oct. 7, the virulence of Jew hatred online ratcheted up by a couple of orders of magnitude and I needed facts at the tip of my tongue to...Read full review »
OldTomtomUser via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/27/24
The podcast is a great learning tool for different views on Israel and the different marks of its history.
Motherrivki via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/21/24
These podcasts are easy to listen to, and learn, from with just enough detail, but not overwhelming. The delivered with a genuine curiosity and sincerity.
@theclassroomdoc via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 02/11/24
Noam provides a very objective and, as he puts it “nuanced” approach to an often-times difficult subject. Love his style and poise. Hs five fast facts and one enduring lesson feature at the end of each show provide the perfect recap of the preceding “lesson.”
Beremo1966 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 01/30/24
Excellent overviews of important moments from Israeli history, good, bad, and ugly. The presenter is open about his biases, and goes out of his way to show other perspectives. The narration, pacing, and writing of all the episodes are superb. Highly recommended!
EZ History Nerd via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/11/24
Amazing show! Informative, easy to listen to and fun!
Leaf root via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/08/24
Although the podcast skips around in time a lot, I’ve gotten amazing insights and you history about Israel that I had never heard of before. I strongly recommend a listen!
rockabilly55 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/08/24
I’ve shared this pod with several young people, hoping they’ll find it as engaging, informative and balanced as I have. Thanks Noam!
Jhl1000 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/07/24
Thank you. I’ve learned so much about the history of Israel from this podcast. Even more importantly, I’ve learned about the context of those events and the thought process of the people involved. This is not a podcast for those with strong opinions, who already made up their minds. This is for...Read full review »
Roberta Gayle via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 12/28/23
It’s like reading a book you can’t put down. I thought it was a glitch in the podcast app when I saw every episode had a check by it. Have I listened to all of episodes already? I’ve learned a lot and have told several of my friends about your podcast. Also, your work has spurred my interest into...Read full review »
MIchael Baruch via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/26/23
Podcast is always organized well researched The podcaster is a great lecturer He gives examples of what he is talking about to make sure information is being understood I love the passion as he delivers the podcast
Rsk5041 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/25/23
Such a fast, easy and engaging way to learn about Israel’s history. Just started season 3, and lovin’ it. So interesting - Noam is the best! I’m learning without trying in such a fun way!
aw196812 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/22/23
What I love about this series aside from it being very informative is that Noam explore the alternative narratives, the grey zones, where not everything is black and white and where Israel is not always the innocent and I think he does it very well.
Stutravel via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/20/23
As someone who keenly follows the complexities of Israeli history, I’ve found “Unpacking Israeli History” by Noam Weissman to be an exceptional podcast. Weissman, with his meticulous research and engaging storytelling, offers listeners a comprehensive dive into the intricate and often convoluted...Read full review »
Anonymous 99246 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/15/23
This is an excellent podcast. I knew nothing about Israeli history until I listened to the ENTIRE set. Given all of the difficult events in Israel recently I really appreciated learning about many of the major historical events. Current events are depressing but the POV of the presentation...Read full review »
RichardMLT via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/15/23
I am Jewish and only thought I knew Israeli history. When I started listening to the episodes, I realized I knew very little about Israeli history. This podcast gives you a balanced account of the important events in Israeli history that had an impact on why Israel needs to exist and why Israel...Read full review »
waiters 84 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/14/23
Noam is a great storyteller, especially when it comes to stories hard to tell. I get to see with my own eyes and feel in my own life, how complicated and nuanced the Middle East affairs are now, so I have no doubt that history also never was simple, with so many parties and countries involved,...Read full review »
1657730000 via Apple Podcasts · Israel · 12/11/23
I love this podcast
JoshPoy via Apple Podcasts · South Africa · 12/11/23
I am not Jewish but know enough to realize that Jews have been persecuted throughout history. This very informative podcast walks through the history of Israel both good and bad in a very interesting manner. Keep up the good work!!
david walker21 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/07/23
You know that great history teacher in High School we all had who made tough subjects come to life? The one who told us about events we’d never heard of before and challenged us to re-examine our assumptions about other events? The one who actually made learning fun and created a bright spot in...Read full review »
MarylandTransplant via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/01/23
I am Jewish. I thought I knew a lot about Israel and being a Jew. However Noam and the team at unpacked have taught me so much more. Things I thought I knew about and things I never knew about. This also isn’t a biased podcast, instead it is a transparent examination of the events that have...Read full review »
gmil in md via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/28/23
The podcast provides a great way to learn all Israeli history. It gives you all the information, all the background, that you need to understand all about each subject. The short format is really helpful to be able to digest the information.
GonRoss via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/28/23
Even though he launches each episode with the tone that feels a little too much like he’s speaking to a child, I get into it! Very fun. Learning lots of history.
Israel Is home via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/28/23
Unpacking Israeli History with Noam Weissman is nothing other than incredible. He is such an passionate story-teller, historian, and humanitarian! I love his podcast because he approaches the questions charitably, interprets views contrary to his own without contention, and fairly represents...Read full review »
Michelle Clifton, PhD via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/26/23
Extremely well done, interesting and very timely. Everyone has a responsibility to learn about Israeli History in order to understand and form our own opinions about the current war and ongoing conflict. Thank you Noam.
thoughtcoachlistener via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 11/25/23
An incredibly honest and balanced telling of a complex but tragic story of Israel and the Middle East.
Jorgegt60 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/17/23
Why the musak- it cheapens the weight of your fine material
Lobus II via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 11/11/23
Recommended for everyone having a strong opinion but few knowledge about the things going on in Israel :) You have to understand the past and - most important: in case of a conflict try to understand both sides. This podcast will help.
Eule9 via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 11/10/23
Thank you for everything you do. It’s so important for us to understand the history of Israel. I really appreciate the complexity, nuances and truth you bring forth. May God bless you.
An immigrant (from communism) via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 11/10/23
Whether you have a Jewish background or not, you will really like this important podcast. Get detailed knowledge and facts about the fascinating history of Israel, which are grippingly and vividly presented here.
Stefan der Tausendste via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 11/08/23
Very well done, fast paced and factual.
Boddy’s via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 11/07/23
Noam and his team do a fantastic job of breaking down Israeli history into short segments and explain the nuance of the situation. Noam is a true historian and understands and explains that there are facts and there is also historical narrative based on who told the story and their own...Read full review »
Alana0104 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/03/23
I am very much enjoying this. As an American Jew, I always thought that was well-read regarding the history of Israel and our major conflict in the region. Unpacking Israel genuinely fills in the gaps. I have a better understanding of Israel and have been recommending this podcast to many other...Read full review »
morzoe via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/02/23
Very good podcast! Am a RexyPod fan here and this podcast meets my standards for extreme nerding and nuance. The episode on the revival of the Hebrew language in modern times is especially good for the linguist in me.
Houston Tailor via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/25/23
Concise, factual, well-presented. Keep up the good work!
Finding Normal via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/25/23
I am a Jewish American who cries daily watching helplessly, from afar, my Jewish brothers and sisters being slaughtered abroad… watching nothing but misinformation, disgusting justifications and basically all news outlets turning a blind eye or worse, villainizing Israel. I wanted to find...Read full review »
Great for De-Cluttering via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/17/23
Love this podcast, I’d only had a very biased viewpoint on Israeli history up till now . This podcast answered all the questions I had. Covering the disturbing elements sensitively. Couldn’t recommend more if you want to learn something beyond the black and white headlines.
Dean salleyman via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/03/23
This podcast rocks! The team has done their research to give us an in depth/deep dive into Israeli history. The listener learns about behind the scenes players in historic events. The listener hears about the narratives at play in events. The listener has the contexts in which to understand the...Read full review »
BluebloodRedneck via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/28/23
Factual and unbiased 👍
yr613 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 09/26/23
Great podcast.
planday via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/24/23
The three part Yom Kippur war podcast was excellent. Your narration was so interesting as you mixed the suspense with real interviews.
Leon Mi Rey via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 09/22/23
Factual yet humorous. Love it!
ffpnovikov via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/20/23
This is a high-quality production that goes in-depth into the nuances and conflicts of Jewish history and life. As a Christian, I love learning about Israel and the way Noam presents the information is enjoyable to listen to. Thank you for producing this podcast!
Max, Sermon Snippets Podcast via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/15/23
Shalom Noam, Unpacking History (Israel) is very informative especially for me, a JBC. This has affirmed my knowledge of Jewish history and encourages me more to want to share with my fellow Jews and non Jews in Israel’s history and formation. Toda.
ZevYaacov via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/14/23
Very informative, but the host is simply incapable of objectivity. Ruins it for me.
Ballyhoolygirl via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/13/23
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