30.03.2026 • 1 Min.

Why do some elevators in Israel stop at every floor? Why can couples there only get married through religious institutions? And why do soldiers carry their weapons even on the bus? Most people know Israel primarily through the news — through reports about wars or conflicts. But that won't get you very far if you actually want to understand the country. This podcast is about Israel. But not about headlines or opinions. It's about the quirks of the country that surprise many people — even those who think they already know Israel. In each episode, freelance journalist Elisabeth Krafft answers one specific question: from military service to religion to government decisions that shape everyday life in the country. English episodes drop every Monday on all major podcast platforms. They are marked with EN in the title. Questions, feedback, or topic suggestions? Reach out at: podcast@elisabeth-krafft.de. This Podcast was translated with the help of AI. Editorial: Elisabeth Krafft Production: Serdar Deniz