Sam Sokol
Political correspondent who reports on Israeli politics, protests, and legislative developments, providing on-the-ground context and analysis for The Times of Israel.
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Mar 5, 2026 • 38min
Deadly Iranian strike changes Purim for Haredi enclave in Beit Shemesh
Charlie Summers, a police reporter who covers security scenes, and Sam Sokol, a political correspondent reporting on Israeli politics, discuss a deadly missile strike in Beit Shemesh. They describe the shock during Purim, varied Haredi reactions from somber observance to street revelry, policing differences, and how the strike affected Knesset activity and political calculations.
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Aug 12, 2025 • 1h 3min
Episode 22 - The Charedi Parties, with The Times of Israel's Sam Sokol
Sam Sokol, Knesset Affairs correspondent at the Times of Israel, shares his in-depth knowledge of Israeli politics and the charedi parties, such as United Torah Judaism and Shas. He discusses his journey from political aspirations to journalism, emphasizing the importance of accountability in reporting on religious issues. The podcast delves into the complexities of navigating Haredi politics, including the ongoing debate over military service for yeshiva students and its implications, revealing evolving attitudes within the community.
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Apr 6, 2026 • 26min
Court, MKs battle over wartime restrictions on protests vs. prayers
Sam Sokol, a political correspondent covering Israeli politics and protests, discusses a High Court ruling that allowed larger wartime gatherings and the police response in Tel Aviv. He also covers the clash over allowing mass Passover prayers at the Western Wall and the dramatic passage of Israel’s record 2026 budget with large Haredi education allocations.
