The Munk Debates Podcast

Munk Dialogue with Douglas Murray, Natasha Hausdorff, Mehdi Hasan and Gideon Levy: Looking ahead to the Munk Debate on Anti-Zionism

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Jun 11, 2024
Award-winning journalist Douglas Murray and others discuss the upcoming Munk Debate on Anti-Zionism. Topics include the meaning of Zionism, reflections on past debates, de-platforming, media coverage, and the importance of civil dialogue on controversial issues.
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Zionism as a Smear

  • The term "Zionist" is now used as a pejorative smear.
  • Many people using the term don't understand its true meaning.
ANECDOTE

Previous Debate

  • Douglas Murray debated Mehdi Hassan years ago about Julian Assange.
  • Hassan had to leave early due to an ankle bracelet requirement.
INSIGHT

The New Intellectual

  • Public intellectuals must defend their ideas publicly.
  • A new movement refuses to engage with opposing viewpoints.
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