Activist and writer Elad Nehorai shares his religious journey through Jewish communities, his critique of community structures, and his insights on social media, community building, and the rise of extremism. In this conversation, we explore the intersection of spirituality, identity, and technology in shaping modern society and movements.

Find more about Elad Nehorai here:

• https://eladnehorai.substack.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/eladnehorai
• https://bsky.app/profile/eladn.bsky.social
  

And his newest project, Here We Come Podcast:

• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/here-we-come/id1860213191 

Topic Timestamps:

00:00 Exploring Jewish Identity and Community Diversity

03:11 The Journey from Secular to Religious Judaism

06:06 Navigating Ideological and Social Changes

08:46 The Impact of Community on Personal Beliefs

11:52 The Role of Creativity in Spiritual Expression

14:24 Founding Hevria: A Space for Creative Voices

17:03 The Interplay of Online and Offline Communities

20:06 Vulnerability and Community in the Digital Age

23:10 Lessons in Community Building

29:29 Navigating Online and Offline Identities

32:29 The Impact of Community on Society

35:36 The Role of Technology in Human Connection

39:19 The Illusion of Control in Social Media

45:19 The Rise of Antisemitism in the Algorithmic Age

55:40 Building Meaning Through Community

01:00:07 Creating Sustainable Communities for Change