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Jewish Crossroads: Jewish Identity in Times of Crisis

Tamar Ish Shalom
Jewish Identity
Antisemitism
Israel
American Jewish Identity
October 7th Events
Zionism
American Jewry
Judaism
Anti-Semitism
October 7th
Intergenerational Trauma
American Jewish Community
Holocaust
Jewish Philanthropy
Americanism
Jewish Community
Liberalism
Resilience
Israeli Jews
Settler Colonialism

Renowned Israeli journalist Tamar Ish Shalom will embark on a journey to engage with leaders and key figures in American Jewry to analyze how the war in Israel is reshaping American Jewish identity. Together, they will explore the challenges and opportunities facing American Jews and what the future holds for their relationship with Israel, especially against the backdrop of political developments... more

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In this episode of Jewish Crossroads, Tamar Ish Shalom sits down with Jonah Platt, one of the most striking Jewish voices to emerge in American public life in the years since October 7.

Platt was well known long before this moment as a producer, wri... more

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In this episode of Jewish Crossroads, journalist Tamar Ish Shalom sits down with Yair Golan, former IDF major general and one of the most prominent figures on Israel’s political left.

Golan reflects on a life shaped by decades of military service, i... more

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In this episode of Jewish Crossroads, journalist Tamar Ish Shalom sits down with Maya Tevet Dayan for a deeply reflective conversation. Tevet Dayan is an Israeli poet, writer, and public intellectual, widely regarded as one of the most important voic... more

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In this episode of Jewish Crossroads, journalist Tamar Ish Shalom sits down with Dr. Einat Wilf for a wide-ranging and intellectually bracing conversation. Dr. Wilf is a thinker, historian, former Knesset member, one of Israel’s most incisive public ... more

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Recent Guests

Jonah Platt
Producer, writer, and cultural voice, son of Hollywood producer Marc Platt
Episode: Jonah Platt on Hollywood and Being Jewish after October 7
Yair Golan
Former major general in the IDF and political leader.
Leader of the Democrats Party
Episode: Yair Golan on the Future of Israel
Maya Tevet Dayan
Israeli poet, writer, and public intellectual
San Diego State University
Episode: Maya Tevet Dayan on Being Israeli on Campus After October 7
Dr. Einat Wilf
Thinker, historian, Knesset member, and author with a focus on Zionism and Israeli policy.
Founder of the political party Oz
Episode: Dr. Einat Wilf on Arab Zionism as the Only True Path to Peace
Batya Ungar-Sargon
Journalist and author of 'Bad News' and 'Second Class', known for her critique of woke media.
Episode: “MAGA leftist”, Batya Ungar-Sargon on Jew-Hatred
Ilan Goldenberg
Senior Vice President and Chief Policy Officer at J Street, former advisor on Middle East Defense and Technology to Vice President Kamala Harris
J Street
Episode: Biden, Harris, and the Middle East: Behind the Scenes with Ilan Goldenberg
Rabbi Sara Hurwitz
First female Orthodox rabbi, co-founder and president of Yeshivat Maharat
Yeshivat Maharat
Episode: First Female Orthodox Rabbi Tackles Antisemitism Post-October 7th
Dr. Mijal Bitton
Scholar of contemporary American Jewish identity, community leader, and public intellectual, Rosh Kiila of the Downtown Minyan in Manhattan.
Maimonides Fund
Episode: The Voice That Rose After October 7 – Dr. Mijal Bitton
Roya Hakakian
A Jewish-Iranian-American writer, journalist, and poet
Episode: Iranians After War, "The Soul of a Society" with Roya Hakakian

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Tamar Ish Shalom
Renowned Israeli journalist and host engaging with leaders and key figures in American Jewry, focusing on Jewish identity and community issues amidst crises.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Dr.

    This is an excellent podcast. Tamar gets some very important things that are neglected by other writers and podcasters and provides an education. I highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fegs1954
    United States7 months ago
  • Very informative

    I have just discovered it, and I think it is great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crataegus101
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its informative and enlightening discussions on often overlooked aspects of Jewish identity. Many express that it provides important educational insights in a time of crisis.

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Yair Golan on the Future of Israel
Q: What is the best thing for Israel?
The best thing is to separate ourselves from five million Palestinians.
Yair Golan on the Future of Israel
Q: Do you think that the next elections in Israel will be free and fair?
No, the current coalition will do its best to interfere in the democratic process.
Maya Tevet Dayan on Being Israeli on Campus After October 7
Q: What perspective do you have for the future of Jewish people?
Maya hopes for a safe place that truly belongs to the Jewish people, reflecting on the necessity for security and belonging.
Maya Tevet Dayan on Being Israeli on Campus After October 7
Q: What does belonging to the Jewish people mean to you now?
She describes a shift from indifference to recognizing a deep connection and responsibility within Jewish peoplehood, especially in the face of shared trauma.
Maya Tevet Dayan on Being Israeli on Campus After October 7
Q: What was your experience returning to Israel after being abroad?
Maya found Israel very sad and filled with grief, discovering that her previous experiences of the war did not align with those of her family and community, adding to her feelings of loneliness.

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Focusing on the complexities of Jewish identity, the discussions draw from a diverse range of perspectives, particularly those shaped by recent geopolitical events, such as the war in Israel. Prominent figures share insights on topics including anti-Semitism, Zionism, the evolving relationship between American and Israeli Jews, and critical conversations surrounding communal solidarity and identity evolution in the face of adversity. The podcast occupies a distinctive position in that it not only highlights historical and political contexts but also personal narratives that resonate with Jewish listeners navigating their identities during trying times. This combination of expert interviews, personal reflections, and topical discussions make... more

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2. Yair Golan
3. Maya Tevet Dayan
4. Dr. Einat Wilf
5. Batya Ungar-Sargon
6. Ilan Goldenberg
7. Rabbi Sara Hurwitz
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