Future of Jewish
Future of Jewish
Our mission is simple, and hopefully worthwhile: to help everyone better understand and become smarter about Judaism, Israel, and the Jewish world. In addition to our podcast, you’re invited to check out our digital publication: www.futureofjewish.com
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jul 23, 2024 • 10min
The Art of Humanizing Politics
The dehumanization of politicians and their supporters distorts society's ability to deal with sociopolitical conflicts and divisions.
Jul 23, 2024 • 9min
It is time to reject the term 'pro-Palestinian'.
“Pro-Palestinian” is like the term “family values” in the 1980s and 1990s. It sounds harmless. But in reality, it is not.
Jul 22, 2024 • 15min
Stop with the 'international law' arguments already.
In a world where entities do not come close to agreeing on the so-called “rules of the game,” international law cannot be valid. Indeed, it is not.
Jul 22, 2024 • 40min
Since October 7th, I am not the same Jew.
"That day, we were orphans."
Jul 21, 2024 • 13min
Israel does the dirty work that the West is scared to do.
Anyone who wishes to see a stable and safe Middle East needs to stand against Iran’s axis of evil, and support Israel’s fight against Iran and its proxies — in Yemen, in Gaza, in Lebanon, everywhere.
Jul 20, 2024 • 10min
'Jews having power may be one of the most just outcomes in our history.'
Dr. Tal Becker, a would-be peace maker and advocate of power, has an urgent message for Jews across the world.
Jul 20, 2024 • 9min
The Subtle Art of Embracing Contradictions
Israel and the Jewish world are filled with contradictions, which is perfectly okay. Holding space for opposites allows us to embrace the complexity of our human experience.
Jul 19, 2024 • 11min
Spoiler: Israel cannot be an 'occupier' in its own land.
The Palestinians are trying to weasel their way out of their Oslo Accords responsibilities via the quasi-legal entity known as the International Court of Justice.
Jul 19, 2024 • 9min
'Anti-Zionism' is an existential threat to progressive, liberal values.
The presence of antisemitism in these movements — even a hint of it that is left unchallenged — undermines everything progressives and liberals do on every other issue.
Jul 18, 2024 • 13min
What if people saw Palestinian and Israeli lives as equal?
Actually, the more accurate question is: What if Palestinians saw Israeli lives as equal?
