Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode, former Israeli soldier Danny Orvomaa opens up about his experiences serving on the tense border with Gaza. Through a deeply personal and candid conversation, Danny sheds light on the realities of military life and the complex dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Danny explores the dangers of societal complacency, and how being unprepared can lead to devastating consequences, as exemplified by events in Europe and Israel. He reflects on his time in uniform and the challenges of safeguarding communities from terrorist threats.
This episode also delves into topics often avoided: the misunderstood narratives around Zionism and the intricate geopolitics involving Gaza, the West Bank, and Hezbollah.
Thank you for listening.
*SHOW LINKS:*
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Support the Show: patreon.com/JeffreyPvanLeeuwen
Listen on Apple Podcast: apple.co/4lLpEXA
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*DANNY ORVOMAA LINKS:*
Listen to Talking Ass Podcast (Spotify): open.spotify.com/show/4aAgHqDg0Z1kTOpWjezyUt?si=bc0a69178ac2435a
Listen to Talking Ass Podcast (Apple Podcasts): podcasts.apple.com/nl/podcast/talking-ass/id1795311770
*OUTLINE:*
00:00 Introduction
01:13 Who is Danny Orvomaa?
05:49 The Dangers of Complacency
10:58 Israel’s Complacency & October 7th
17:06 What Is Israel’s Endgame?
20:40 Solving the Middle East Conflict
26:03 Gaza, Hamas, and Indoctrination
30:57 Serving in Two Armies
40:32 Life as a Soldier on Gaza’s Border
52:57 What is Zionism?
59:28 The Complexity of Picking Sides
01:08:24 Beauty Amid Conflict
01:12:19 Podcasting & Speaking Publicly
01:22:49 The Risks of Speaking Publicly
01:30:35 Closing Thoughts
*CONTACT LINKS:*
To come on the podcast, share feedback, ask a question, or reach out for any reason, visit: podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/p/contact
In this episode, former Israeli soldier Danny Orvomaa opens up about his experiences serving on the tense border with Gaza. Through a deeply personal and candid conversation, Danny sheds light on the realities of military life and the complex dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Danny explores the dangers of societal complacency, and how being unprepared can lead to devastating consequences, as exemplified by events in Europe and Israel. He reflects on his time in uniform and the challenges of safeguarding communities from terrorist threats.
This episode also delves into topics often avoided: the misunderstood narratives around Zionism and the intricate geopolitics involving Gaza, the West Bank, and Hezbollah.
Thank you for listening.
*SHOW LINKS:*
Subscribe: youtube.com/@JeffreyPvanLeeuwen
Support the Show: patreon.com/JeffreyPvanLeeuwen
Listen on Apple Podcast: apple.co/4lLpEXA
Listen on Spotify: spoti.fi/42kcOYy
Follow on X: https://x.com/RealJvanLeeuwen
Follow on Instagram: instagram.com/jeffreypvanleeuwen
Follow on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jeffreypvanleeuwen
YouTube Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv56NTjNAeK7cUVamIPioSCsr06-vSGG
*DANNY ORVOMAA LINKS:*
Listen to Talking Ass Podcast (Spotify): open.spotify.com/show/4aAgHqDg0Z1kTOpWjezyUt?si=bc0a69178ac2435a
Listen to Talking Ass Podcast (Apple Podcasts): podcasts.apple.com/nl/podcast/talking-ass/id1795311770
*OUTLINE:*
00:00 Introduction
01:13 Who is Danny Orvomaa?
05:49 The Dangers of Complacency
10:58 Israel’s Complacency & October 7th
17:06 What Is Israel’s Endgame?
20:40 Solving the Middle East Conflict
26:03 Gaza, Hamas, and Indoctrination
30:57 Serving in Two Armies
40:32 Life as a Soldier on Gaza’s Border
52:57 What is Zionism?
59:28 The Complexity of Picking Sides
01:08:24 Beauty Amid Conflict
01:12:19 Podcasting & Speaking Publicly
01:22:49 The Risks of Speaking Publicly
01:30:35 Closing Thoughts
*CONTACT LINKS:*
To come on the podcast, share feedback, ask a question, or reach out for any reason, visit: podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/p/contact
