Bad Hasbara - The World's Most Moral Podcast Bad Hasbara 65: Skinamadink, with Alon Nissan-Cohen & Elik Harpaz
Nov 21, 2024
Alon Nissan-Cohen, an anti-Zionist podcaster and creator of the Hebrew Canaanite channel, joins forces with musician Elik Harpaz, known for his musical commentary on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They tackle the absurdity of cultural identity in Israel and the aftermath of a provocative graffiti incident, combining humor with serious critique. Their discussion spans the challenges of personal and collective expression, navigating complexities of compassion amid conflict, and the surreal normalcy of life in a charged political environment. Expect laughter and deep reflection!
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Seeds of Doubt
- Elik Harpaz wasn't accepted into Seeds of Peace, a peace program for Israelis and Palestinians.
- His father, an educator, helped him learn Zionist narratives to prepare, playing devil's advocate.
Early Discontent
- Alon Nissan-Cohen felt a sense of not belonging in Israeli society from a young age, questioning societal norms.
- This feeling intensified as he grew, culminating in his current anti-Zionist stance.
Political Evolution
- Alon Nissan-Cohen's political journey started with a liberal Zionist upbringing, voting for Meretz.
- He later voted for Hadash, a communist Arab-Jewish party, and now identifies as anti-Zionist.