From the Midwest to the Middle East – Details, episodes & analysis

Last Updated 7 months ago

In part II, Philip Stein and Yair Benjamini continue diving into the latest Israeli tax reforms, unraveling how the new “wallet company” and “trapped profits” legislation is shaking up the business world. Discover what these changes mean for business owners, especially U.S. citizens living in Israel, and how they can navigate this complex landscape. Don’t miss this engaging conversation packed with insights and practical advice!

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Last Updated 7 months ago

In this podcast, Philip Stein and tax lawyer Yair Benjamini discuss significant changes in Israeli tax law affecting Olim (new immigrants) and returning residents. They explore the implications of new reporting requirements for foreign income, the voluntary disclosure program for those who may have misreported income, and the challenges posed by proposed changes to residency determinations. The conversation highlights the urgency for potential Olim to act before the new laws take effect in 2026 and the complexities of navigating U.S. tax implications for dual residents.

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Last Updated 10 months ago

Join Philip and longtime friend David Weinberg for a brand new episode of From the Midwest to the Middle East.

David is a government relations and foreign affairs specialist based in Israel. He is a diplomatic, defense, political, and Jewish world columnist for The Jerusalem Post and Israel Hayom newspapers and a senior managing fellow at the Jerusalem-based Misgav Institute for National Security and Zionist Strategy. He was senior advisor to Deputy Prime Minister Natan Sharansky and founding coordinator of the Global Forum against Anti-Semitism in the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office.

David also conducts wine and food tours in Israel and writes about kosher wines from around the world. He utilizes his extensive knowledge gained from studying oenology at the London-based International Wine & Spirit Education Trust.

In this episode, Philip and David discuss the Israeli wine industry’s growth and trends. So sit back with your favorite glass and enjoy. L’chaim!

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Last Updated 10 months ago

Discover an oasis of raw nature in the heart of Gush Dan at Ecopark Glilot. Today’s guest, Yoav Kremer, is the passionate environmentalist behind this ambitious project when he’s not at his day job as a lawyer. Hear all about how the park came to be and what you can do to help keep Israel’s natural resources thriving.

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Last Updated 10 months ago

In our final episode of the Outlook on 2024 series, get all your burning real estate questions related to Israel answered by our guest, Yitzchak Kowalsky, CEO of YYK Real Estate. With over a decade in the real estate business, you benefit from Yitzy’s expertise! Happy listening!

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Last Updated 10 months ago

Aaron Zucker, a friend of the show, returns for a new conversation. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Sapir Venture Partners, Aaron shares his thoughts on the latest industry trends and innovations and what to expect in the near future.

As you may know, Israel is one of the leading countries in the world of startups. Its thriving tech scene has produced many successful companies.

So, if you are interested in the world of startups and VCs, this is definitely an episode you don’t want to miss. Join us to discover what’s new and exciting in the world of Israeli startups and VCs!

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Last Updated 10 months ago

Turn your Aliyah dream into reality with insights from the latest episode of From the Midwest to the Middle East. In this episode, Philip is joined by Jay Kierman of Prime Aliyah. No matter your life stage, you will find this episode extremely helpful in planning your Aliyah. Happy listening!

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Last Updated 10 months ago

In today’s tumultuous world, marked by the ongoing war in Ukraine, congressional challenges in the U.S., rising interest rates, and the unfolding conflict in Israel, the resilience of the U.S. stock market is nothing short of remarkable, consistently hitting record highs against all odds.

Episode 126 of our series, “Outlook on 2024,” presents an engaging dialogue between Philip Stein and Aaron Katsman, President of Lighthouse Capital. As a luminary in wealth management based in Jerusalem and a frequent voice in financial media, including a weekly column in the Jerusalem Post, a podcast, and appearances on CNBC, Aaron brings a wealth of knowledge and an insightful perspective to the discussion.

This episode peels back the layers of current global economic dynamics, offering Aaron’s expert forecast for 2024 and the future of investments and financial markets.

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Last Updated 10 months ago

Michael Granoff, founder of Maniv Mobility, joins Philip to discuss the future of Electric Vehicles in 2024 and beyond. Is there disenchantment with EVs in the U.S.? Are traditional car manufacturers pulling back on their EV production? Is a company like BYD going to become a household name? Tune in to hear his take on these questions and much more!

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Last Updated 1 year ago

In part III of our podcast series, Outlook on 2024, Philip speaks with Commercial Real Estate expert Jonathan Steinberg, the CEO of Newmark Natam, the largest commercial real estate company in Israel. Located in Tel Aviv, it has five regional offices.

In addition to his position at Newmark Natam, Steinberg is the chairman of the board of the Shechter Institute for Jewish Studies in Jerusalem.

He is also the author of the book, “Buying Real Estate.”

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