Mamdani, Marxism, Islam, and the Future of the United States
This week on Shoulder to Shoulder, Pesach and Doug sit down with Robert Spencer of Jihadwatch.org to dive into his explosive new book, Intifada on the Hudson. We take a deep look at NYC’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and the growing influence of the Red-Green Alliance. What happens when secular Marxism links arms with Islam? Our conversation […]
Israel, Power, and the Case for Real Self Sufficiency
On this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder Pastor Doug and Rabbi Pesach sit down with Geopolitical Scholar Dr. Raphael BenLevi for a frank conversation about why Israel must be able to stand on its own. They explore the difference between partnership and dependence, the strategic risks of relying too heavily on other nations, and what […]
The Darker Truth About Gaza and the Mideast Peace Deals — Elliott Chodoff Returns
In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Pesach and Doug sit down with recurring guest and military analyst Elliott Chodoff for a deep dive into the latest developments in the Middle East. They unpack the emerging peace framework, the complex roles of Qatar, Turkey, and Egypt in Gaza, and what it will take to militarily […]
Inside the UN’s Bias: Hillel Neuer Tells All
In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Doug and Pesach sit down with Hillel Neuer, Executive Director of UN Watch, to pull back the curtain on the United Nations’ troubling record toward Israel and the West. From the UN’s response to October 7th, to the ongoing funding of UNRWA despite its deep ties to Hamas, […]
Hostages Home—At What Cost? The Ceasefire, Trump’s 20-Point Plan, and Pesach’s Warning
We’re all grateful to see precious hostages reunited with their families. But what did this ceasefire really buy—and what did it quietly spend? In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach and Pastor Doug unpack the new Israel–Hamas agreement and President Trump’s twenty-point plan. Pesach shares a decidedly pessimistic take on the trade-offs: deterrence, […]
Israel takes God from 2D to 3D
In this special rooftop conversation overlooking Jerusalem, Doug and Pesach sit down with two pastors from the Eagles’ Wings trip—Pastor Joe Green and Pastor Mike Omoniyi—to reflect on their journey through the Land of Israel. Pastor Joe, a longtime advocate for Israel, shares the origin story of how his connection to the Jewish people began. […]
200 Episodes of Shoulder to Shoulder: Four Years of Faith, Friendship, and Conversation
In this special 200th episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed take a look back at four years of dialogue, debate, and discovery. They share their most memorable moments, reflect on what has made the journey so meaningful, and discuss the lessons learned along the way. With humor, honesty, and […]
Remembering Charlie Kirk: Integrity, Complexity, and the Lessons of Shabbat
In this heartfelt episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed reflect on the legacy of Charlie Kirk — a man of deep integrity and conviction, whose belief in giving everyone a platform was both admirable and, at times, complicated. Pesach shares personal memories of his relationship with Charlie, including a […]
A Disaster in the Making: Rabbi Pesach and Pastor Doug on the Fatal Flaws of the Two-State Solution
When Rabbi Pesach Wolicki visited Pastor Doug Reed in Buffalo, the two shared a passionate, no-holds-barred conversation about one of the most entrenched ideas in global politics: the Two-State solution. Far from offering peace, they argue it would be a disaster for Israel and the world. And as for the common warnings that without it […]
Replacement Theology, Biblical Literacy, and the Jews: Educating Pastors on Israel and the Jewish People, with Dr. Nathan Bonilla
In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Doug, Pesach, and Dr. Nathan Bonilla—author, academic, and new Israel Education Director for the Israel Christian Nexus—discuss the need for pastors to be educated on Israel. Dr. Bonilla brings fresh perspective on how education and faith can build stronger bridges between Christians and Israel.