Crossing Boundaries: Global Connections and Conversations

On this episode we hosted an amazing group of panelists – Knesset Members, MK Uzi Dayan (Likud Party), MK Ram Ben Barak (Yesh Atid Party) and Strategy Consultant Danny Sherman. We learn why Israel is back for another set of elections, what are the polls showing, is there a predicted change coming and how will the Israeli-Palestinian relationship be affected?

On this episode we discussed the upcoming Palestinian and Israeli Elections. we dove deep into each of the sides, starting with the Palestinian elections. We were joined by Husam Jubran, Kefah Abukhdeir & Nizar Farsakh analysts and activists to discuss the unique timing, the real option of change and the opinion on the street.

On this episode we “travelled” to Iraq with our good friend Inna Rudolf. This war-torn country is not on the top of many travel lists but it’s home to the Mesopotamia region where some of the oldest civilizations existed. Iraq is filled with ancient cities, natural beauty, and a diverse people and cultures.

Guest Speaker: Inna Rudolf is a research fellow at the King’s College London International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation, where she is pursuing her PhD at the War Studies Department, focusing on the evolving relationship between the Iraqi state and the PMF as a state-sanctioned paramilitary umbrella group. 

This episode is all about India! Our guests, Rahul Ahmad (Content, strategy & marketing expert) & Tejaswini Madabhushi (CEO of Yugantar) discussed diversity, democracy and identity. Arun Raj (Founder of Ashwa Mobility) shared his passion for Indian innovation (and racing), and Reena Kapoor (Bollywood Actress) brought out the colorful side of India.

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EcoPeace Middle East is a unique organization that brings together Jordanian, Palestinian, and Israeli environmentalists. Their primary objective is the promotion of cooperative efforts to protect our shared environmental heritage. In so doing, they seek to advance both sustainable regional development and the creation of necessary conditions for lasting peace in our region. On this episode, we are joined by 2 members of the EcoPeace team to discuss climate change, water security and national security for Jordan, Palestine, and Israel.

Guest Speakers: Gidon Bromberg, co-founder and 25 year Israeli Director of EcoPeace Middle East & Nada Majdalani, Palestinian Director of EcoPeace Middle East.

On this episode, we discussed the much anticipated and highly divisive US Presidential Elections. We were joined by experts in conflict resolution, Tamar Miller and Marcella Morris, to discuss how to talk about divisive issues and how Americans can move forward and work together despite political differences.

Guest speakers: Tamar Miller, Project Lead for the  2019 Goldziher Prize for Journalists and Marcella Morris, Ph.D. Candidate studying conflict and post-conflict institution-building with a particular focus on how transitions are provided for in peace agreements at Emory University.

On this episode, we discuss the recent violence flared up again over a longstanding conflict between the two countries.  We discussed the lengthy history of conflict in the Caucuses and the war over Nagorno-Karabakh, explored why they are fighting again, who is behind the conflict, and what solutions are on the table for resolution.

Guest Speakers: Margarita Tadevosyan & Ulvi Ismayil. Both with extensive experience on Conflict Resolution.

On this episode we discuss the current wave of protests in Israel. Why are individuals disobeying the government led closure and flooding the streets with flags, signs and songs? What are their goals? Who is leading them and why are some Israeli’s arguing to stop them? We’ll be joined by members of the leading parties. Leading groups to note: Crime Minister, Pink Front, Black Flags, Wake Up Israel, Ein Matzav (No Way).

Guest Speakers: Yael Moav & Eyal Shoval

Photojournalists Bosnian, Ziyah Gafic and Serbian, Marko Drobnjakovic talk about their photojournalism work in the Balkans, the multiple narratives of the region, and the role of photography in storytelling.

Guests: Ziyah Gafic is an award-winning photojournalist, videographer, father of two and long distance triathlete who focuses on societies in conflict and Muslim communities across the globe. Marko Drobnjakovic is a documentary photographer based out of Belgrade, Serbia. He covered international breaking news and enterprise events in Europe and the Middle East.

Yigal and Arab are bereaved brothers, both having lost a sister due to the violent conflict. Their loss and pain led them to fight for justice and reconciliation – together. We’ll hear about their unlikely friendship, their own transformation, and the work of The Parents Circle – Families Forum.

Guest Speakers: Arab Aramin and Yigal Elhanan, both from Jerusalem, members of The Parents Circle – Families Forum, spreading a message of hope and peace.