Our Stories Matter

In this episode, we speak with 19-year-old UCLA student and activist Eli Tsives, whose powerful story highlights the alarming rise of antisemitism on college campuses. Eli recounts his experience of being blocked from attending his classes simply because he is Jewish, offering a personal perspective on the challenges Jewish students face in academic spaces.

Despite these obstacles, Eli has become a passionate advocate for justice and inclusion, using his voice to combat hatred and misinformation. We discuss his journey, the importance of standing up to discrimination, and how to foster understanding and unity on college campuses.

Join us as Eli shares his courageous story, offering both inspiration and actionable insights on dismantling antisemitism and creating a more inclusive academic environment for all.

Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern shares her writings, her collection of poems related to the October 7th massacre. She is inviting you, our listeners, to send in your poems relating to a traumatic event in your life. Calling all poets.

Join us as we speak with Jonah Platt, artist, activist, and host of Being Jewish. Jonah shares his journey as a proud Jewish advocate, insights on combating antisemitism, and strategies for navigating tough conversations with empathy and compassion. Through humor and wisdom, he inspires listeners to embrace their roots, foster dialogue, and build bridges in a divided world.

Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern shares her writings, her collection of poems related to the October 7th massacre. She is inviting you, our listeners, to send in your poems relating to a traumatic event in your life. Calling all poets.

Dr. Nesrin Lubbad, Chief Medical Director of the Child and Adolescent psychiatric unit at Geha Mental Health Center and an Arab Israeli psychiatrist, details the complexities of navigating two identities during a time of war. She reflects on her upbringing, being born in Denmark and moving to Israel. In addition, she pulls from her training in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), describing how she relied on distress tolerance and emotional regulation techniques to keep her afloat. Lastly, she stresses the importance of disengaging from polarizing paradigms by holding space for two truths at once and emphasizing the mindset of "both and." 

Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern shares her writings, her collection of poems related to the October 7th massacre. She is inviting you, our listeners, to send in your poems relating to a traumatic event in your life. Calling all poets.

Eitan Chitayat, Founder and Creative Director of international Natie Branding Agency and creator of the viral video "I'm that Jew," speaks to the importance of being openly Jewish. Chitayat believes that being outwardly proud allows Jews to take control of their narrative, ultimately humanizing their existence and resisting the false narratives put upon them. In addition, Chitayat emphasizes the importance of collective healing within the Jewish community. By coming together, rather than hiding, we can foster strength and resilience. 

Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern shares her writings, her collection of poems related to the October 7th massacre. She is inviting you, our listeners, to send in your poems relating to a traumatic event in your life. Calling all poets.

Marie-Alice Legrand, a recent graduate of Columbia Law School and co-founder of the Law Students Against Antisemitism student organization at Columbia Law School, discusses navigating the aftermath of October 7th. Legrand credits her unequivocal support for the Jewish community to her upbringing in Germany. In addition, she emphasizes the importance of early education when it comes to combatting anti-Semitism and the importance of being a vocal ally. Lastly, she draws parallels between today's political climate with that of World War II, noting that history may be repeating itself.

Marie-Alice Legrand, a recent graduate of Columbia Law School and co-founder of the Law Students Against Antisemitism student organization at Columbia Law School, discusses navigating the aftermath of October 7th. Legrand credits her unequivocal support for the Jewish community to her upbringing in Germany. In addition, she emphasizes the importance of early education when it comes to combatting anti-Semitism and the importance of being a vocal ally. Lastly, she draws parallels between today's political climate with that of World War II, noting that history may be repeating itself.