The rule is to never talk about religion or politics if you want to avoid arguments. This week, Alan and Mike decide to discuss both, but manage to stay buddies. They discuss the role that religion plays in Israeli law and politics, how that works, and some problems that it creates. And Alan sheps some nachas over a big event in his family. Two Wikipedia articles for further reading: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Status_quo_(Israel) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Israel Our website: http://juisrael.jerusalemu.org/ Join our facebook group: www.facebook.com/TheTeachersLoungePodcast/