Ben Caspit Quits Radio Show Over Netanyahu Comments Dispute
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Journalist Ben Caspit has stopped broadcasting on 103fm with Yinon Magal after Magal allegedly prevented him from calling Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu his "employee." Caspit stated Magal could not tolerate this truth, unlike himself who accepts criticism. The dispute culminated in a heated on-air argument, leading Caspit to walk out. Former IDF spokesperson Avi Benayahu commented on Caspit's decision, suggesting there are better ways to handle stress.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Ben Caspit ended his 103fm radio show with Yinon Magal over a dispute about calling PM Netanyahu an "employee."
- Caspit stated Magal could not tolerate the comment, while he himself accepts criticism.
- The disagreement escalated during a broadcast discussing the government and October 7th.
- Caspit walked out of the studio after a heated personal exchange with Magal.
- Avi Benayahu commented on Caspit's decision, advising him on mental health.
- This is the latest in a series of disputes during their 7.5-year radio partnership.
Veteran Israeli journalist Ben Caspit announced Wednesday he is ceasing his radio broadcasts with co-host Yinon Magal on 103fm, citing Magal's refusal to allow him to state that Netanyahu is his "employee." Caspit explained in a social media post that Magal prevented him from speaking after he made the comment, issuing a "warning" before cutting off his microphone. Caspit contrasted his own willingness to accept criticism with Magal's alleged inability to hear the truth about himself, noting Magal's history of insults and taking statements out of context. He stated that Magal could not tolerate hearing that he is an "employee" and that this sensitivity prevented him from continuing the broadcast. The dispute escalated during a recent broadcast discussing the Netanyahu government, the October 7th failures, and opposition to draft dodgers. Caspit reportedly left the studio after a heated personal exchange and did not return after a commercial break. This is not the first time the contentious radio partnership has faced difficulties, with past incidents including studio walkouts and microphone disconnections over their 7.5 years together. Following the news, former IDF spokesperson Avi Benayahu commented on Caspit's decision, advising him that "at our age, mental and physical health are important. We want to dance at our grandchildren's weddings. You are doing the right thing. There are other ways to commit suicide."
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