Israel & Defense
Defense doctrine, military tech, regional security
14 episodes
The Dual Economy: Israel's Tech Boom and Social Bust
Israel’s tech success hides a growing economic divide. Herman and Corn discuss the shift from socialism to a "dual economy" and the housing crisis.
The Art of the Leak: Psyops and Military Censorship
Why would a military report its own weaknesses? Herman and Corn dive into strategic deception, reflexive control, and the secrets of the censor.
Escaping the Gridlock: Israel’s Car-Free Revolution
Can Israel break its car addiction? Herman and Corn explore the shift from gridlock to a human-scale, transit-first society.
Small Claims: The Express Lane of Justice
Discover how small claims court levels the playing field against corporate giants and why it’s the ultimate power move for the everyday consumer.
The Economic Island: Why Israel is So Expensive
Why is Israel one of the world's most expensive countries? Herman and Corn break down the monopolies and red tape driving up daily costs.
The Risk Paradox: Why the "Iron Wall" Failed
Explore the "risk paradox" and how the world’s most advanced border security system became its own single point of failure on October 7th.
The Legal Lasagna: Decoding Israel’s Layers of Law
Explore the fascinating mix of Ottoman ghosts, British skeletons, and high-tech statutes that form the bedrock of Israeli law in 2026.
Beyond the Pixel: The New Era of Satellite Intelligence
Herman and Corn explore how AI and advanced satellites are stripping away the fog of war, from tracking footprints to seeing through clouds.
Eyes in the Sky: The Physics of Global Missile Detection
Herman and Corn explore the high-stakes tech used to detect missile launches from thousands of miles away using infrared and radar systems.
The Invisible Highway: Navigating Radio Frequency Hygiene
Discover the "invisible highway" of radio frequencies and why maintaining "RF hygiene" is critical for modern life and national security.
The Accountability Gap: Why Your Vote Doesn't Have a Face
Why can’t you call your representative about a pothole? Explore the history and trade-offs of Israel’s unique national voting system.
Shadow Webs: The Secret Military Internet Explained
Herman and Corn explore the "shadow internet," revealing how military networks use air gaps, dark fiber, and data diodes to stay secure.
Seconds to Impact: The Tech Behind Missile Defense Alerts
Discover the engineering behind missile detection, from space-based infrared sensors to the real-time alerts on your smartphone.
The High-Stakes Tech of Modern Missile Warfare
Explore the hidden world of modern missile navigation, from GPS spoofing to the hyper-precise Inertial Navigation Systems that guide weapons at hyp...