Blocked and Reported Episode 283: How The BBC Lost The Plot
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Nov 17, 2025 This week’s discussion uncovers the alarming rise of antisemitism in New York City, highlighting troubling statistics and personal anecdotes. The hosts delve into the controversy surrounding the BBC, including leadership resignations and potential legal ramifications related to misleading edits in a documentary about Trump. They explore the impact of identity politics on perceptions of anti-Semitism and question the BBC's coverage bias on trans issues. With a nod to the changing media landscape, they reflect on younger audiences shifting away from traditional news sources.
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Host's Past Skepticism About NYC Jewish Safety
- Jesse described his previous comment expressing skepticism that Jews in New York were broadly less safe after Zoran Mamdani's election.
- He said he still felt skeptical but wanted to contextualize listeners' fears with data and examples.
Motives Often Blur Between Israel Anger And Antisemitism
- Many incidents are hard to parse because anger at Israel can bleed into attacks on Jews, making motive unclear.
- High-profile acts (vandalism, threats, attempted vehicle attacks) show the danger can be real even if motives vary.
Brooklyn Museum Vandalism Case Is Complicated
- Jesse recounted the Brooklyn Museum vandalism where activists splashed paint on leaders' homes and the DA charged hate crimes.
- He noted the situation looked messy because some targeted names weren't clearly Jewish and one accused was Jewish himself.
