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Susan Engel
Longtime executive director and curator for 92nd Street Y Talks, responsible for programming high-profile cultural and political conversations and bringing diverse perspectives to the Y's stage.
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Dec 23, 2025
• 24min
Boycotts and 'red lines': A famed NY Jewish institution grapples with tough post-Oct. 7 questions
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Susan Engel, the longtime executive director of the 92nd Street Y, shares her insights on navigating cultural conversations post-October 7. She discusses the Y's journey of self-reflection regarding Jewish identity and the importance of civil discourse, even when opinions clash. Engel emphasizes the necessity of setting 'red lines' against hate speech while remaining open to diverse viewpoints. She also recounts the challenges and triumphs of expanding the Y's online presence and fostering intimate, meaningful dialogues on contentious issues.
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