Call Me Back - with Dan Senor Bonus episode: Don't Feed the Lion - with Yonit Levi and Bianna Golodryga
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Nov 16, 2025 Bianna Golodryga, a news anchor and global affairs analyst at CNN, and Yonit Levy, lead news anchor at Israel's Channel 12, dive into their co-authored YA novel, highlighting the urgent need to address antisemitism among teenagers. They share personal experiences that inspired the book and discuss how social media fuels hate. The authors emphasize resilience, the effect of October 7th on their narrative, and the importance of addressing these issues directly with young readers. Together, they explore the fragile connections between Israel and the diaspora.
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Friendship Sparked A Book Idea
- Bianna and Yonit met covering the 2016 U.S. election and stayed close afterward.
- After October 7, 2023, Bianna proposed writing a book to address rising antisemitism among youth.
A Son’s Question Sparked Urgency
- Bianna's 10-year-old asked if a celebrity who insulted Jews wanted him at a game, which shocked her.
- That moment prompted her to ask schools about anti-Semitism resources and find none.
Double Heartbreak For Jewish Families
- Yonit describes two heartbreaks: the October 7 attacks and the subsequent surge in antisemitism.
- Both left families and communities unprepared and struggling to explain hatred to children.
