The Watchman
Season 2
Erick Stakelbeck is Host and Executive Producer of TBN's The Watchman, a cutting-edge newsmagazine edited by Christopher P. Vlk, delivering the inside story on what's happening in Israel and the Middle East and why it matters to everyone.
Where to Watch The Watchman • Season 2
43 Episodes
- Fighting Back Against Palestinian Terrorism
E11Fighting Back Against Palestinian TerrorismHost Erick Stakelbeck joins Israel's elite volunteer counter-terrorism unit for a patrol of Jerusalem's Old City. Plus, we take an in-depth look at the Palestinian Authority's support for terrorism and author David Brog discusses his latest book, "Reclaiming Israel's History." - The Biblical Mandate for Christians to Support Israel
E12The Biblical Mandate for Christians to Support IsraelOn this week's episode, we lay out four good reasons why Christians - and all Americans - should support Israel. We also sit down with a courageous Presbyterian pastor who is defying his denomination to stand with Israel. Plus, we head to Ra'anana to see how Israel's largest food bank is blessing the poor and honoring an ancient Biblical tradition. Featuring: Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Larter - Deerfield Presbyterian Church, Joseph Gitler - Leket Israel. - Inside Jerusalem's Largest Archaeological Dig
E13Inside Jerusalem's Largest Archaeological DigOn this week's episode of The Watchman, host Erick Stakelbeck tours the City of David for an up-close look at the largest archaeological excavation site in all of Jerusalem: the Givati Parking Lot dig. Featuring: Jamie Elgrod, Tour Guide. - Part One: Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth Shares His Miraculous Story
E14Part One: Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth Shares His Miraculous StoryOn this week's episode of The Watchman, host Erick Stakelbeck interviews Holocaust survivor Irving Roth about his miraculous life story and escape from the Nazi regime. Part One of a Two Part Series. - Part Two: Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth Shares His Miraculous Story
E15Part Two: Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth Shares His Miraculous StoryOn this week's episode of The Watchman, host Erick Stakelbeck interviews Holocaust survivor Irving Roth about his miraculous life story and escape from the Nazi regime. Part Two of a Two Part Series. - Israel's 1948 War for Independence and the Legendary Burma Road
E16Israel's 1948 War for Independence and the Legendary Burma RoadOn this week's episode, host Erick Stakelbeck travels to Israel to tour the legendary "Burma Road" bypass that the Israeli military used to help win the 1948 War for Independence. Featuring: Danny "The Digger" Herman - Archeologist and Tour Guide. - Israeli Leaders Share Why Jerusalem Must Remain Israel's Undivided Capital
E17Israeli Leaders Share Why Jerusalem Must Remain Israel's Undivided CapitalHost Erick Stakelbeck is in Jerusalem, where he interviews Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister, Tzipi Hotovely, and former head of Shin Bet, Avi Dichter, about the need for Jerusalem to remain the undivided capital of Israel. - On-The-Ground Analysis of Syria's Civil War, from Israel's Golan Heights
E18On-The-Ground Analysis of Syria's Civil War, from Israel's Golan HeightsOn this week's episode, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Middle East and intelligence expert Avi Melamed on Israel's Golan Heights, along the Syrian border, to discuss the Syrian Civil War, it's ramifications for America and Israel, and how ISIS, Iran, Hezbollah, Russia and others are taking advantage. - Israel: First Line of Defense for West Against Radical Islam
E19Israel: First Line of Defense for West Against Radical IslamHost Erick Stakelbeck is in Jerusalem to interview Israeli Knesset member Tzachi Hanegbi and security expert Avi Melamed about the threats posed by the likes of Iran, Hezbollah, and Hamas and how Israel and America should respond. - The Return to Israel's Biblical Heartland
E20The Return to Israel's Biblical HeartlandHost Erick Stakelbeck is in the Israeli city of Efrat to talk with Mayor Oded Ravivi and founding Rabbi Shlomo Riskin about their city's amazing growth. Plus, Michael Freund, founder of Shavei Israel, joins Erick in Jerusalem to discuss the the modern-day ingathering of the exiles to Israel. - The Barbarians Are Here; ISIS Terror Strikes the West
E21The Barbarians Are Here; ISIS Terror Strikes the WestHost Erick Stakelbeck is in Washington, D.C. with Pastor John Hagee to discuss the upcoming CUFI Summit in the nation's capital, which will feature Vice President Mike Pence as keynote speaker. Plus, Dr. Michael Youssef joins Erick to talk about his new book, "The Barbarians Are Here." We also head to Jerusalem to discuss Christian persecution with author and Middle East correspondent Chris Mitchell. - Incredible Biblical Heritage of Ancient Israeli Port City of Jaffa
E22Incredible Biblical Heritage of Ancient Israeli Port City of JaffaOn this week's episode of The Watchman, host Erick Stakelbeck tours the ancient Israeli port city of Jaffa to discover its incredible Biblical heritage, spanning across the Old and New Testaments--from Jonah to the Apostle Peter and beyond. - The City of David's Top 10 Finds Proving Israel's Claim to Jerusalem, Pt 1
E23The City of David's Top 10 Finds Proving Israel's Claim to Jerusalem, Pt 1Host Erick Stakelbeck tours the City of David in Jerusalem to discover the top ten archaeological finds that prove the ancient Jewish Biblical claim to Jerusalem. Part 1 of 2. - The City of David's Top 10 Finds Proving Israel's Claim to Jerusalem, Pt 2
E24The City of David's Top 10 Finds Proving Israel's Claim to Jerusalem, Pt 2Host Erick Stakelbeck tours the City of David in Jerusalem to discover the top ten archaeological finds that prove the ancient Jewish Biblical claim to Jerusalem. Conclusion: Part 2 of 2. - Can Christian Zionists Lead Fight Against Rising Anti-Semitism in UK? Pt 2
E26Can Christian Zionists Lead Fight Against Rising Anti-Semitism in UK? Pt 2Host Erick Stakelbeck is in London reporting on the rise of terrorism and anti-Semitism in Great Britain and how Christians in the UK are taking a stand for Israel. Part 2 of 2. - For Zion's Sake, We Will Not Remain Silent
E29For Zion's Sake, We Will Not Remain SilentHost Erick Stakelbeck is in Washington, D.C. to interview Lt. Col. Allen West about the terrorist threat to America and Israel. Plus, CUFI's annual Washington Summit is recapped, and one woman shares her amazing journey from surviving incredible hardship in Africa to becoming a passionate pro-Israel activist. - From Jerusalem with Governor Mike Huckabee
E31From Jerusalem with Governor Mike HuckabeeHost Erick Stakelbeck is joined in Jerusalem by former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee to discuss why Israel should matter to every Christian. Plus, the "Vicar of Baghdad" shares his firsthand account of Christian persecution in the Middle East. - Ambassador David Friedman on Growing Strength of U.S./Israel Alliance
E32Ambassador David Friedman on Growing Strength of U.S./Israel AllianceHost Erick Stakelbeck sits down with the U.S. Ambassador to Israel, David Friedman, at his residence in Herziliya to discuss strengthening U.S./Israel relations, Jerusalem, Iran and more. Plus, the harrowing story of the forgotten Jewish refugees of the Middle East is recounted. - Israel's Rebirth and the Christian Zionist Calling
E34Israel's Rebirth and the Christian Zionist CallingHost Erick Stakelbeck is in London to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the legendary Balfour Declaration. Plus, the amazing and unlikely story of a group of 19th century American Christians who founded a colony in the Israeli port city of Jaffa. - The Ancient Ruins of Lachish, Site of Major Old Testament Battle
E36The Ancient Ruins of Lachish, Site of Major Old Testament BattleHost Erick Stakelbeck is in Israel to explore the ruins of the ancient city of Lachish, destroyed by the Assyrians during Old Testament times. Plus, a visit to the Israel museum in Jerusalem. - How the Palestinian Authority Promotes Hatred and Violence Against Israel
E37How the Palestinian Authority Promotes Hatred and Violence Against IsraelHost Erick Stakelbeck is in Jerusalem to interview Itamar Marcus, Director of Palestinian Media Watch, who exposes the Palestinian Authority's campaign of hatred and incitement against Israel. - Israeli Archaeologists Uncover Jerusalem's Road of Pilgrimage from Time of Jesus
E38Israeli Archaeologists Uncover Jerusalem's Road of Pilgrimage from Time of JesusHost Erick Stakelbeck is in Jerusalem to visit an active archaeological dig where the ancient Pilgrimage Road from the time of Jesus is being uncovered. - Napoleon, Crusaders and More; Fascinating History of Akko, Ancient Israeli Port City
E39Napoleon, Crusaders and More; Fascinating History of Akko, Ancient Israeli Port CityHost Erick Stakelbeck visits the ancient Israeli port city of Akko (Acre) to learn its amazing history, from the Old Testament to the Crusaders to Napoleon to today. - Israeli Archaeologists Uncovering Babylonian Destruction of Jerusalem
E40Israeli Archaeologists Uncovering Babylonian Destruction of JerusalemHost Erick Stakelbeck is in Jerusalem to see new archaeological evidence of the Babylonian destruction of the city 2600 years ago. Plus, a fascinating tour of the ancient Old Testament fortress of Tel Arad. - The Middle East Cold War is Heating Up
E41The Middle East Cold War is Heating UpHost Erick Stakelbeck is joined in San Antonio by Pastor John Hagee to discuss the growth of Christians United for Israel, the U.S. Embassy moving to Jerusalem, and what's next in the Middle East. Plus, an in-depth look at the growing pro-Israel movement among Hispanic evangelicals.
