In this episode, we speak with Dr. Oded Adomi Leshem—Senior Research Associate and Director of the International Hub for Hope Research at Hebrew University. Oded’s journey shifts from covering the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as a documentary filmmaker and cameraman to deep-dive into the human psyche, as he explores one of the most powerful forces in our lives: hope. He shares insights from his research, and reflections on what hope really is—how it shapes political behavior, why it is important in moments of crisis, and how we can cultivate it in ourselves and our societies. From the philosophical to the practical, and against the backdrop of ongoing violence and conflict, Oded invites us to consider whether hope is a destination or a tool—and why, especially now, it may be our most vital resource.

Learn more about Dr. Leshem’s work  International Hub for Hope Research

Dr. Leshem’s lectures and workshops www.rethink-hope.com

"Hope Amidst Conflict" by Dr. Leshem (Oxford University Press)

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Producer: Efrat Bigger

Editor: Maya Gayer 

Music by: Shimon Smith

Special Thanks: Eden Sidney Foster