Gabfest Reads: Where Does the American Jewish Experience Go from Here?

Joshua Leifer, an insightful author, discusses his new book on the future of the American Jewish experience. He reflects on growing up Jewish in America, detailing the evolution of identity influenced by events like the Holocaust and the Israel-Palestine conflict. The conversation touches on the rise of ultra-Orthodox communities, generational shifts in political views, and the complexities of Jewish identity amidst increasing anti-Semitism. Leifer also explores the intertwining of spirituality and cultural shifts, pondering the future of American Judaism.