Ayala Fader

Ayala Fader, a Professor of Anthropology at Fordham University, dives into the complexities of Haredi Judaism and identity. She discusses how personal and communal struggles with belief and doubt manifest among Hasidic communities. The conversation highlights the impact of the internet on traditional practices and how external factors like antisemitism shape perspectives. Fader also explores the importance of open dialogue around religious doubt and the role of language, particularly Yiddish, in maintaining cultural integrity.