Jake Romm, a keen observer of political theory, dives deep into the controversial ties between Zionism and anti-semitism, highlighting influences of European colonialism. He discusses how Zionism has historically sought to undermine Palestinian identity rather than merely exploit their labor. The conversation also touches on themes of machismo in Israeli society, the fallout of the October 7th event on masculinity, and the grim possibility of a permanent occupation of Gaza, framed within the socio-political dynamics of the region.