The Dayna Show

Dayna Kaplan | 8 Truths - The Solo Episode | Episode 56

This episode feels like standing on the edge of a cliff… and jumping.
My first solo episode — no guests to lean on, no one to share the frame.
Just me. My story. My voice. I was scared. I didn’t feel ready. But I did it anyway — because that’s who I’m becoming.
These 8 truths pulled me through the hardest moments of my life. And if they reach you at the right moment… maybe they’ll pull you through something too.
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Alon Davidi | The Heart of Sderot | Episode 55

Alon Davidi is the mayor of Sderot — a city less than a kilometer from Gaza that has served as Israel’s shield, absorbing years of rocket fire and protecting the center of the country.
In this episode, he reflects on the responsibility of leading such a significant and vulnerable place, the commitment he feels to every resident, and the love he has for a community that continues to show extraordinary resilience.
We talk about his personal experience on October 7th, how those events reshaped his trust in the army and the government, and what it truly means to make decisions when your city is the buffer between Israel and its enemies. This conversation reveals the human side of a leader navigating war, loyalty, loss, and the weight of protecting people who look to him every single day.
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Matan Peretz | Super Israeli | Episode 54

Matan Peretz is one of Israel’s most beloved actors and comedians — someone who knows how to lift a nation’s spirit even in its hardest moments.
Since the war began, he’s become a voice of truth and courage, using humor, intelligence, and authenticity to defend Israel and remind the world who we are. Behind the laughter is a man of deep values, humility, and heart — someone who carries light wherever he goes.
We talked about identity, belonging, and the unshakable Israeli spirit — that rare blend of humor, heartbreak, and hope that defines this place and its people. It’s an honest, moving conversation that reminds you why laughter still matters — maybe now more than ever.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matanperetz___
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matanperetz?_r=1&_t=ZS-91MFUHgiIAp
Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@matanperetzstandup?si=AzcvN0k340S3O9ny
 
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Miriam Fuld | Strength After Tragedy | Episode 53

Miriam Fuld is the widow of Ari Fuld (Z”L) — an Israeli hero who was stabbed and murdered by a Palestinian terrorist in 2018. Since that day, Miriam’s life has been defined by courage, grief, and an unrelenting pursuit of justice.
In this conversation, we talk about what it means to live as the family of a terror victim — the trauma, the isolation, and the long fight for accountability. Miriam opens up about her lawsuits against the Palestinian Authority, both in Israel and in the United States Supreme Court, and what justice really means to her now.
We also talk about the legacy Ari left behind — his voice, his values, and the work that continues through the Ari Fuld Project, inspiring thousands to stand for Israel and for truth.
This episode is about faith after loss, courage after tragedy, and one woman’s mission to keep light alive in the face of darkness.
🎙️ Episode 53 | English Podcast in Israel
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Fleur Hassan Nahoum | Stronger Than Ever: The Mind & Spirit of Israel | Ep 52

Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, Israel’s Special Envoy for Trade & Innovation, former Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem, and co-founder of the UAE–Israel Business Council, joins me for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about leadership, faith, and the future of Israel.
As one of the driving forces behind the Abraham Accords, Fleur has worked tirelessly to build bridges between Israel and the Arab world, believing that real peace begins with understanding. We talk about how the events of October 7 deepened her advocacy, the importance of Judea and Samaria as Israel’s historic heartland, and how she continues to stand firm against global antisemitism and the distortion of Israel’s image on the world stage.
Beyond politics, Fleur is passionate about empowering women — co-founding initiatives that help women enter public life and use their voices to lead with confidence and purpose. Her warmth, intelligence, and authenticity shine through, reminding us that true leadership is not about power, but about courage, integrity, and love for this country.
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Website:  https://www.fleurhassann.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fleurhassann
Youtube: https://youtube.com/@fleurhassan-nahoum?si=Sq5ujn8LniJFSk58
 
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Yonatan Shalev | Strong Shoulders - Israel's Future | Ep 51

At just 23, Yonatan Shalev has become one of the most powerful new voices in Israel’s public sphere. A reservist in the IDF’s Maglan unit and founder of כתף אל כתף (Shoulder to Shoulder), Yonatan represents a generation that refuses to accept a divided burden — where some fight and others are exempt.
In this episode, we talk about equality, courage, and moral responsibility — what it means to love your country enough to demand more from it. Yonatan opens up about his journey from soldier to activist, the protests that got him ejected from the Knesset, and the vision that drives him: an Israel where everyone serves, and everyone belongs.
This is a conversation about leadership born from pain, unity forged through action, and the question we must all ask ourselves: What kind of country do we want to build — and who will carry it on their shoulders?
Watch the full episode and join the conversation in the comments.
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Jonathan Pollard | Loyalty, Betrayal, and Sacrifice - In His Own Words | Ep 50

Jonathan Pollard is a former U.S. Naval intelligence analyst who, in the 1980s, passed classified information to Israel — America’s closest ally — believing the Jewish state had a right to defend itself. He claimed the United States was withholding intelligence that could save Israeli lives. For that act, he was arrested, convicted of espionage, and sentenced to life in prison — the harshest punishment ever imposed on anyone who spied for an ally nation.
To the American intelligence world, he was a traitor. To many Israelis, he was a hero — a man who sacrificed his freedom out of love and loyalty to his people. His story still raises questions about national security, justice, and the price of moral conviction.
For me, this episode carries a different kind of weight. Jonathan Pollard was a household name in my family. My late father fought for his release — driven by a deep sense of Jewish loyalty and the belief that one man’s devotion to Israel should never be forgotten. Sitting across from Pollard decades later, I could feel my father’s presence in the room.
This wasn’t just a conversation about history — it was a bridge between generations, between conviction and love of country.
A rare and unfiltered look at one of the most controversial figures in modern intelligence history — and the man behind the headlines.
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Rami Even-Esh "Kosha Dillz"| I am Israel | Ep 49

In a time when Jewish voices are being tested across the world, Rami Even-Esh, a.k.a. Kosha Dillz, stands out as one that refuses to stay silent. In this conversation, we talk about the protests shaking the United States, what it means to stand proudly as a Jew in today’s climate, and how identity, purpose, and resilience are forged through challenge. From the streets to the stage, from viral freestyles to front-line advocacy, Rami brings raw honesty and fearless conviction to every part of his life — a reflection of a generation learning to speak up, stay grounded, and keep creating even when the world feels divided.
🎧 A story of resilience, pride, and finding your voice when the world looks away.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koshadillz
 
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Khalifa Khalifa | Strength in Unity | Ep 48

Khalifa Khalifa is a groundbreaking Druze voice in Israel — a philosopher, journalist, and host of the Khalifa Podcast. His journey weaves together military service, philosophy, history, and activism with a mission to open doors of awareness for himself, his community, and Israel. In this episode, we dive into his extraordinary path: from personal turning points to family activism, from questions of identity and resilience to the responsibility of shaping Israel’s future. We also look beyond Israel’s borders — to what is happening now to the Druze community in Suwayda, Syria — and explore how their struggle connects with Israel and our responsibility to stand with them.
🎧 A conversation about belonging, courage, and solidarity — and why Khalifa believes the Druze story is not only personal, but deeply tied to Israel’s collective destiny.
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Telegram: https://t.me/khalifa_shrugged
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@khalifa_shrugged
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khalifak427/
 

Rabbi Yehuda Hakohen | Living the Jewish Story | Ep 47

Rabbi Yehuda HaKohen is an educator and activist who believes Zionism is no longer enough. He argues that Israel has reached the stage where it must grow beyond old frameworks and learn how to truly govern itself in today’s reality.
For Yehuda, sovereignty means more than survival. It means taking full responsibility for the kind of society we’re building, refusing to let the West dictate our future, and engaging Palestinians directly in shaping a shared destiny.
In this episode, he shares a vision of independence rooted in Jewish history yet focused on the present — a call to move past borrowed scripts and step into our own story with clarity and courage.
🎧 A bold and thought-provoking conversation about responsibility, peoplehood, and the next chapter of Jewish history.
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Website: https://www.youtube.com/@UCULX_XRQytBLmqS8RRpgaJw