Actually Serious
The most incredible from Israel – All topics considered
Join host, Aaron Poris; and executive producer Channa Rifkin; as they expand on some of the most pressing and interesting topics coming from and surrounding Israel – including innovations, hi-tech, science, religion, culture, history, and more… as well as the incredible people and personalities behind them.
In collaboration with NoCamels.com, the leading site on Israeli innovation news and tech.
New episodes on Mondays at 1pm (Israel Standard Time)
In the debut episode of “Actually Serious,” Dr. Hadas Shatz-Azoulay, COO of MindTension, joins host Aaron Poris and co-host Channa Rifkin to discuss the company’s patented attention test. The unique 5-minute assessment easily and accurately reveals insights into cognition, mental health, and more. Topics include mental healthcare, parenting, ptsd, diagnostic mistakes, and overmedication.
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In the final episode of actually serious, Channa and Aaron are joined by Limor Raviv, a Minerva research group leader at the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics and lecturer at the University of Glasgow to talk about language evolutions and adaptations– including and not limited to how elephants and humans are alike in what’s called self-domestication. They also get into the evolution of communication and appearances across different species over generations of domestication (animal domestication).
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This week, Aaron and Channa are joined by Yvonne Saba, Manager of International Radio Audioversity at Reichman University and host of Arabic music show “Arabeat” on Israeli Radio Kan-88 to talk about the Arabic music genre and how the globalization of music during and after the Arab Spring has revolutionized Middle Eastern society.
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In this captivating episode of the “actually Serious” podcast, hosts Aaron Poris and Channa Rifkin are joined by special guest Liran Antebi, a renowned researcher from the INSS. They engage in a thought-provoking discussion that explores the realm of Israeli innovation, existential challenges, and the evolving role of AI in national security.
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In this week’s mind-bending episode of Actually Serious, Channa and Aaron enter the fascinating world of Game Theory with Dr. Rann Smorodinsky – Game Theory expert and Dean of the Faculty of Data and Decision Sciences at the Technion University. Discover how this powerful analytical framework is applied to strategic interactions and decision-making in various fields. From politics to international diplomacy and ethical dilemmas, we explore the real-world applications and ramifications of Game Theory.
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In this episode, Aaron and Channa chat with Yonina Friedman from Oak & Ash Brewery about its unique line of drinks, the history of brewing beer, animals finding ways to be under the influence in nature, home brewing and more. If you love craft beer, animals and being an adult in general, this is a listen for you.
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When Israel’s veterans go through difficult challenges physically, emotionally and mentally, Restart Global does the best it can to help as many as they can. As you will see, Restart helps veterans get back onto their life track, with innovative technological solutions, as well as teaching practical tools or providing them with any other help they may need. Join hosts Aaron Poris and Channa Rifkin, along with guests Dr. David Leitner, volunteer and ‘Maker’s’ participant, and Boaz Hochstein, Operations & Marketing Manager at Restart, to hear their own (incredible) personal stories as injured veterans, how Restart changed their lives and continues to changes other peoples’.
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Puting our digital and even physical safeties to the test – Cyber warfare, counter-intelligence, and espionage is quickly becoming the crux of any functioning society’s defense. So who’re the biggest global perpetrators of cyber crime? How do they operate? Who and what are their targets? And what can we do to defend ourselves? Ram Levi, CEO & Founder of cybersecurity company, Konfidas joins host Aaron Poris in this week’s episode of “Actually Serious” for a terrifying yet optimistic dive into the shadows of the world-wide-web. Topics include easy tips to protect oneself online, and simple steps governments can make to be more transparent and expose the threats.
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Joining hosts Channa Rifkin & Aaron Poris for this episode of “Actually Serious” is Professor Ariel Revel, the Director of Medical Affairs at Kadimastem. Revel, a jack of many trades as listeners will discover, delves into Kadimastem’s research on stem cell research and how the world will change with it. The three delve into the ethical issues brought to light in reality and movies with regard to transhumanism and what Judaism says about it. It is a must-listen for anyone interested in stem cell research, Gattaca, what the future holds for health care practices and more.
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In this episode of “Actually Serious,” Liat Goldhammer, CTO of Sonoviatech, joins host Aaron Poris and co-host Channa Rifkin to discuss the company’s current focus, which is using the power of sound to make textiles more sustainable. They talk about how much water is used to make 1 pair of jeans and how Soniviatech is making a splash in the textile industry in order to combat this issue. They also cover which fashion companies use ‘clean’ methods to make clothes. If you’re interested in the fashion world and how it works, climate change or the impact that Israel’s newest innovation can have on how our clothes, shoes and more are made, this episode is for you.
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Joining host Aaron Poris and Channa Rifkin for this episode of “Actually Serious” is Daniel Lischinsky, Founder & Inventor of Vertica. In this episode, Lichinsky delves into his company’s research on Erectile dysfunction and their personal customer feedback on Vertica’s at-home ED treatment. The three delve into why Orthodox Jews may be his biggest customers and how Vertica’s radiowave technology works on ED. It’s a must-listen for anyone interested in non-invasive medical solutions and Jewish Law discussions.
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As the global energy crisis continues to balloon, solutions to the antiquated power grid become more and more necessary. But the answer to the problem may not be what you think. Join host Aaron Poris and guest Ziv Nir, the VP of Marketing and Business Development at Turbogen, for a deep discussion on where the growing energy needs are coming from, and an innovative way to meet them.
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In this episode of “Actually Serious,” Michal Har Tal, Research Associate in Process Development at Aleph Farms, joins host Aaron Poris and co-host Channa Rifkin to discuss the future of lab-grown meat, and what cultivating beef steak is all about – From how Aleph Farms uses a plant-based matrix to create tissue, to the challenges facing the industry, and the future of ‘ethical meat’s’ place in our daily lives. This episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the exciting and delicious world of cellular and plant-based agriculture.
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In this episode of “Actually Serious,” Idan Shimon, CEO and co-founder of Wonder Robotics, joins host Aaron Poris and co-host Channa Rifkin to discuss the future of drone technology. From the challenges facing the industry to the latest advancements in drone technology and drone home deliveries, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the exciting and rapidly evolving world of unmanned aerial vehicles.
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Joining host Aaron Poris for the second episode of “Actually Serious” is Villy Abraham, Assistant Professor and consumer behavior expert. In this episode, Abraham delves into his research on health food warning labels and discusses what makes people buy or avoid sugar-laden food. Poris and Abraham delve into whether or not Israel’s red food warning labels are enough to deter consumers and what can be done to better help consumers understand what they are buying. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of consumer behavior, nutrition, and public health policy.
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