# Episode 167 Judge Roy Altman, Author, Israel on Trial

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Podcast: [Agents of Innovation](https://stenobird.com/podcast/agents-of-innovation-392804)
Published: 2026-04-28T11:00:03+00:00
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## Resource

In Episode 167 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, host Francisco Gonzalez sits down with Roy Altman, a United States District Judge and author of Israel on Trial: Examining the History, the Evidence, and the Law. Judge Altman brings a unique perspective to one of the most complex and emotionally charged geopolitical issues of our time. Drawing from his experience in the courtroom, he explains how the same truth-seeking methodology used by juries—scrutinizing incentives, examining objective evidence, and weighing expert testimony—can help everyday people better evaluate claims about Israel and other global events. The conversation dives into how misinformation spreads in today’s fast-paced media environment, including a detailed case study of the widely reported Gaza hospital explosion. Judge Altman walks through how a legal framework can cut through confusion and uncover the truth—something he argues is more important than ever in the age of social media and AI. Beyond the legal lens, the episode explores Judge Altman’s travels across college campuses, his efforts to promote critical thinking, and his experiences leading bipartisan groups of federal judges to Israel. The discussion also touches on the distinction between legitimate criticism of government policy and broader ideological movements, as well as the cultural and historical connections between Israel and the United States. This episode is a powerful reminder that truth requires discipline, not just information—and that each of us has a role to play in seeking it. Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/r0wo3jxj_CM Get the book here: https://amzn.to/4t7PeJu Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: / / innovationradio X: / https://x.com/agentinnovation Facebook: / / agentsofinnovationpodcast You…

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