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In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Andrés Spokoiny—president and CEO of the Jewish Funders Network—to unpack a challenging and timely question: Is powerlessness a Jewish virtue?

Our conversation revolves around this article: https://www.tabletmag.com/sections/arts-letters/articles/jewish-oyster-problem

We explore:🔹 The theological and historical roots of Jewish attitudes toward power🔹 Anti-Zionism and its romanticization of Jewish victimhood🔹 The legacy of diaspora powerlessness and post-Holocaust empowerment🔹 Historical revisionism and the danger of erasing Jewish agency🔹 Why Zionism matters in a world still hostile to Jewish sovereigntyThis conversation dives deep into the philosophical, political, and historical forces shaping Jewish identity today.🔔 Subscribe for more bold conversations on Judaism, Zionism, and the Jewish future.#Zionism #JewishDiaspora #AntiZionism #JewishHistory #AndresSpokoiny #JewishPhilosophy #Israel #JewishFundersNetwork #PowerAndPowerlessnessFacebook:   / daniel.levine.31  Instagram:   / rabbidaniellevine  #Zionism #hillel #JudaismFacebook:   / daniel.levine.31  Instagram:   / rabbidaniellevine  #Zionism #hillel #Judaism

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🔥 How Dangerous is Right-Wing Anti-Zionism? 🔥In this debate, Rabbi Daniel Levine sits down with Kimo Gandall to explore the rise of right-wing anti-Zionism—a trend gaining traction among figures like Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson.We dive deep into questions including:🇮🇱 Why is there a rise of anti-Zionism on the right?🧠 What are the intellectual and political roots of the New Right's shift on Israel?⚠️ Should Jews be concerned about anti-Zionism from the right as much as from the left?Whether you're a staunch Zionist, a skeptic, or just trying to make sense of this new ideological alignment, this conversation will challenge your assumptions.🔔 Subscribe for more interviews, debates, and discussions on Jewish thought, politics, and identity.👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments — we read them all.#Zionism #AntiZionism #CandaceOwens #TuckerCarlson #JewishIdentity #IsraelDebate #RightWingPolitics #Libertarian #KimoGandall #RabbiDanielLevine #JewishThought #MiddleEastPolitics #CampusDebateFacebook:   / daniel.levine.31  Instagram:   / rabbidaniellevine  #Zionism #hillel #Judaism

I speak with actor and podcast host Jonah Platt of the  @BeingJewishPodcast .We touch on a variety of topics related to our current moment in Jewish history.📌 Topics Covered:The impact of October 7 on Jewish identityRising antisemitism on social media and campusesJews in Hollywood and their silenceBalancing art and activismBuilding Jewish resilience through content👇 Like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your thoughts or questions. Your engagement helps amplify Jewish voices.#JonahPlatt #JewishPodcast #JediWithDaniel #October7 #JewishAdvocacy #Israel #Antisemitism #BeingJewish #Hollywood #JewishVoices #PodcastInterviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.levine.31/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidaniellevine/#Zionism #hillel #Judaism

I lay out a framework for how to think about the Israel-Hamas war - with material that will upset everyone!

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🎙️ I speak with Professor Jordan Rosenblum, professor and author of The Jewish Dietary Laws in the Ancient World, about everything you’ve wondered (and maybe didn’t even know you were curious about!) regarding kashrut. Why are pigs not kosher? Is human breastmilk kosher? Why did Jewish tradition forbid chicken and cheese? How much power does the kosher certification industry wield today, and what are its implications for religious observance and modern food ethics? Join us for a fascinating deep dive into these questions and more, blending ancient insights with contemporary debates.#kashrut #kosher #kosherfood #JewishLaw #Judaism #JordanRosenblum #JewishStudies #koshercertification #ancientJudaism #Jewishpodcast #kosherdebate #halakha #Jewishidentity #religionandfoodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.levine.31/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidaniellevine/#Zionism #hillel #Judaism

Join us for a riveting debate with Shaiel Ben-Ephraim  @shaielb  of the Israel-Palestine Report as we tackle the urgent and polarizing question: Is Israel committing genocide? In this conversation, we’ll dig deep into the legal and moral definitions of genocide, the historical and political context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the complexities of labeling this war as such.But that’s just the starting point. We also explore:Is this war just?What are the potential future effects in the region?Is this truly a clash between fundamentalism and liberalism?Can one be a Zionist and still stand against the war?What role does antisemitism play in how this conflict is discussed and understood?#Debate#IsraelPalestineConflict#MiddleEast#GenocideDebate#Zionism#Antisemitism#HumanRights#Liberalism#Fundamentalism#CurrentEvents#Podcast#NewsAnalysis#YouTubeDebate#ExpertInterview#PublicDiscussionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.levine.31/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidaniellevine/#Zionism #hillel #Judaism

In this episode, I speak with Izabella Tabarovsky about the deep historical roots of modern anti-Zionism, tracing its origins in medieval Christian antisemitism and Soviet ideology. We explore how these ancient and modern narratives intertwine and shape the contemporary discourse around Jews, Israel, and Zionism. Join us for a conversation that sheds light on the forgotten past and the ideological forces at play today.For our first conversation see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5i1c...‪@izabellatabarovsky3215‬ Facebook:   / daniel.levine.31  Instagram:   / rabbidaniellevine  #Zionism #hillel #Judaism

Reflections after the tragic antisemitic shooting last night at the DC museum

In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Rabbi Richard Steinberg shares his insights on how to revitalize American synagogues, foster meaningful Jewish identity, and confront the challenges facing Jewish communities today. We also discuss the role of Israel education, strategies for ensuring Jewish safety, and how Jewish institutions can adapt to a changing world without losing their core values. Whether you're a synagogue leader, educator, or passionate community member, this episode is a must-watch.👉 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more conversations on Jewish thought, leadership, and community resilience.#RabbiRichardSteinberg #JewishLeadership #SaveOurSynagogues #JewishFuture #IsraelEducation #JewishSafety #JewishCommunity #SynagogueRenewal #Zionism #JewishIdentity #AmericanJudaism #JewishContinuity #JewishPodcast #JewishLearning #JewishValuesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.levine.31/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidaniellevine/#Zionism #hillel #Judaism

What happens when a liberal Muslim reformer sits down with a Jewish educator to talk about Israel, Zionism, and the future of the Middle East? In this bold and unfiltered episode, I speak with Dalia Ziada—an Egyptian human rights activist, writer, and director of the Liberal Democracy Institute. We unpack the complexities of Islam’s historical and theological relationship to the land of Israel, the challenges of antisemitism in the Arab world, and why Zionism is often misunderstood in Muslim societies.Together, we explore:Islam and ZionismThe nature of claims of IslamophobiaAntisemitism in the Middle EastIslamic Reform movements And much more!Whether you're Jewish, Muslim, or just curious—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.#Islam #Zionism #Israel #MiddleEast #DaliaZiada #JewishMuslimDialogue #Peace #Antisemitism #LiberalIslam