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The US midterm elections have dealt a significant blow to Donald Trump and reshaped the political landscape in Washington. What do the results mean for Donald Trump's presidency and political legacy, the future of the Republican Party and the MAGA movement? And with Democrats gaining control of Congress, what are the implications for US support for Israel? We speak with former federal Labor MP Michael Danby.

The Victorian state election period is now officially underway, with Governor Margaret Gardner signing the writs to formally call an election. But campaigning by candidates has already been happening for weeks in what has been labelled one of the most consequential state elections in recent history. We take a look at what the polling numbers say for the major party contenders - and minor parties like One Nation.

With neither major political bloc securing the numbers to form government, Israel faces weeks of uncertain coalition negotiations. Alon Cassuto, CEO of the Zionist Federation of Australia, joins the SBS to unpack the election result, the growing influence of Arab parties, the prospect of another election and what the political deadlock reveals about the state of Israeli democracy. With neither major political bloc securing the numbers to form government, Israel faces weeks of uncertain coalition negotiations. Alon Cassuto, CEO of the Zionist Federation of Australia, joins the SBS to unpack the election result, the growing influence of Arab parties, the prospect of another election and what the political deadlock reveals about the state of Israeli democracy.

Today we're joined by psychologist and family therapist Moshe Lang, one of Australia's most experienced voices in family therapy and mental health. A psychologist, author, educator and speaker, Lang has spent decades working with individuals, couples and families, and has written extensively on family relationships, wellbeing and personal growth. #sbsaudiopodcastToday we're joined by psychologist and family therapist Moshe Lang, one of Australia's most experienced voices in family therapy and mental health. A psychologist, author, educator and speaker, Lang has spent decades working with individuals, couples and families, and has written extensively on family relationships, wellbeing and personal growth. Lang's work is grounded in the belief that many personal challenges are best understood within the wider context of family and human relationships, an approach that has shaped both his clinical practice and his contributions to the field.In this trip down memory lanes and up psychological constructs, SBS Hebrew is chatting to him as part of our For our 'Hopes & Fears in the Jewish Sphere' series.Our podcast series - Hopes & Fears in the Jewish SphereTo better understand the pressures, changes and experiences of ‘the tribe’ at this moment in time, we introduced a new podcast corner called "Hopes & Fears in the Jewish Sphere".Through conversations with specialists in psychology, philosophy, and religion, as well as community elders and leaders, this new corner will examine the interplay of Jewish spirit, identity and belonging.We look to ask our guests questions such as:How do you perceive the current Jewish experience - locally and globally?How can we hold to an ancient sense of identity in a radically evolving world?Where can we find - and how do we exercise - hope?

In conversation with Mariel Olenski, SBS Chief International Correspondent Ben Lewis discusses Israel’s election, including the surprise increase in support for Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc and what it could mean for coalition negotiations. What explains this shift and what are the implications for Israel’s next government, its relationship with the US and the wider Arab world. In conversation with Mariel Olenski, SBS Chief International Correspondent Ben Lewis discusses Israel’s election, including the surprise increase in support for Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc and what it could mean for coalition negotiations. What explains this shift and what are the implications for Israel’s next government, its relationship with the US and the wider Arab world.

SBS’s Mariel Olenski speaks with Lynda Ben-Menashe of the National Council of Jewish Women of Australia (NCJWA), reporting from Israel about voter sentiment, the key issues driving the vote and the coalition arithmetic that will determine who can form the next government.

As Israelis head to the polls, SBS speaks with Australia Israel & Jewish Affair's Joel Burnie about what’s at stake in this pivotal election. We discuss Benjamin Netanyahu’s security record and the aftermath of October 7 to the war in Gaza, the threat from Iran and the cost of living. Additionally we examine the coalition battle, the role of smaller parties and whether the election will deliver a decisive mandate or deepen Israel’s political deadlock. As Israelis head to the polls, SBS speaks with Australia Israel & Jewish Affair's Joel Burnie about what’s at stake in this pivotal election. We discuss Benjamin Netanyahu’s security record and the aftermath of October 7 to the war in Gaza, the threat from Iran and the cost of living. Additionally we examine the coalition battle, the role of smaller parties and whether the election will deliver a decisive mandate or deepen Israel’s political deadlock.

As Israelis head to the polls, what are voters looking for in their next government after three years of war and the October 7 security failures? SBS’s Mariel Olenski speaks with SBS Chief International Correspondent Ben Lewis about the smaller parties that could shape the election outcome, the potential influence of Arab parties and what their leaders are demanding and also the coalition negotiations that could ultimately determine who governs Israel.

SBS’s Mariel Olenski speaks to SBS Chief International Correspondent Ben Lewis in Tel Aviv ahead of Israel’s election. Ben Lewis shares the mood on the ground, the issues shaping voters’ decisions and the battle to form the next government. We also hear about Gadi Eisenkot’s rise as a challenger to Benjamin Netanyahu, the potential coalition scenarios and growing calls for an independent inquiry into the security failures of October 7.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means it’s an opportunity to raise awareness about breast cancer. In this interview, SBS speaks with breast cancer survivor Rachel Ben-Atar who shares her personal journey from diagnosis and treatment to recovery. This conversation highlights the importance of listening to your intuition, having regular screening and encourages women to seek medical advice when they notice changes.

Ben Adler talks to SBS Hebrew. Adler is the founder of Chutney, a band whose music blends Klezmer rhythms with other genres. He is also the director of the Shir festival, an event that celebrates Jewish music and culture. This year's Shir festival, "Unbreakable," is attended by various local and international musicians, among them the ex-hostage Daniela Gilboa. #sbsaudiopodcastBen Adler talks to SBS Hebrew. Adler is the founder of Chutney, a band whose music blends Klezmer rhythms with other genres. He is also the director of the Shir festival, an event that celebrates Jewish music and culture. This year's Shir festival, "Unbreakable," is attended by various local and international musicians, among them the ex-hostage Daniela Gilboa.

As Israel commemorates October 7 and heads toward a national election, Lynda Ben Menashe - President · National Council of Jewish Women of Australia (NCJWA)- discusses lessons from a leading counterterrorism conference in Israel, the challenges facing the Israeli society, and the enduring sense of hope and resilience she witnessed on the ground.

Tracey Holmes made her mark early in her career with Women in Sport. She reflects on a changing sports media landscape, women’s representation, and what it means when athletes from countries at war still meet on the world’s biggest sporting stages. #sbsaudiopodcast

Naya Lekht is a scholar of contemporary antisemitism. In this conversation, Lekht explains how Soviet anti - Zionist rhetoric helped reshape antisemitism and why she believes some of those patterns can still be recognised today, including on university campuses. She also looks at the importance of understanding history when confronting contemporary antisemitism.