The Long Path Podcast

The Long Path Podcast

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The Long Path Podcast episodes

  • Jewish Resilience: Confronting Wartime Sexual Violence Denial (Z3 Podcast Ep. 23: Laura Adkins)

    Content advisory: This episode discusses sexual violence in the context of the October 7th Massacre and the captured hostages.

    Join Z3 Podcast host Rabbi Amitai Fraiman and Laura E. Adkins, award-winning writer and former opinion editor at The Forward, as they dive deep into a discussion about the state of the world for American and Israeli Jews, with a special emphasis on the experiences of women. Amitai and Laura talk through Laura’s experience working with survivors of the Nova music festival attack. During this conversation, Amitai and Laura discuss the struggle for Israeli women to be believed about having experienced and witnessed sexual violence by Hamas on October 7th and thereafter. Though the nature of this conversation is filled with intense themes, Laura leaves us with these underlying ideas to give Jews strength going forward: Jewish resilience as a constant thread throughout history and the importance of the Diaspora building intentional connections with Israelis
    Learn more about the work Laura is doing and about supporting survivors of sexual violence at jwi.org or ibelieveisraeliwomen.org.
    About our guest:

    Laura E. Adkins

    Progressive Thinker, Writer and Activist
    Laura E. Adkins is an award-winning writer based in New York. Her work on Israel, global Jewish life, and gender issues has appeared in The Washington Post, The New York Times, NPR, the Los Angeles Review of Books, Glamour, Fox News and other outlets. Laura is a senior director at Jewish Women International, working to combat gender-based violence and advance economic justice and women’s leadership. She is also a volunteer mentor-editor for the OpEd project and serves on the New York Atid board of the Israel Policy Forum. Previously, Laura was the Opinion Editor of the Forward, an adjunct instructor of journalism at Yeshiva University’s Stern College, an inaugural member of the Shalom Hartman journalism cohort, the Opinion Editor of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency, the editor of Jewish Insider and an assistant blogs editor at The Times of Israel.
    Approaching the world with curiosity and humility, her work aims to advance our collective understanding of the realities and beliefs that shape individuals and societies, particularly in Israel and Jewish diaspora communities.

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    1 hr 6 min
  • Why Authoritarianism Won't Protect Jews (Z3 Podcast Ep. 22: Elad Nehorai)

    Join Z3 Podcast host Rabbi Amitai Fraiman and writer-activist Elad Nehorai as they dive into the nature of authoritarian power structures in our world today as they present in our social structures from communities to governments. They also discuss how Americans are especially vulnerable to extremist rhetoric in our current culture of disconnection and fear, leading people to extremism to feel empowered and find community. Listen in as they discuss how social divisions are feeding into a loss of faith in democracy and creating a vacuum that further draws people towards extremist views. Elad also explores the conditional nature of support of Jewish safety from figures in power and how authoritarians use Jewish causes to their political advantage. This conversation promises to be thought-provoking, shedding light on the complexities of the need for community and security. Listen now.

    About our guest:
    Elad Nehorai
    Progressive Thinker, Writer and Activist
    Elad Nehorai is a well-known writer specializing in extremism, antisemitism, marketing, and how all three intersect. He is an ex-Hasidic Jew who, before leaving Orthodoxy, led a creative Jewish community in Brooklyn called Hevria as well as the largest politically progressive Orthodox Jewish advocacy group, Torah Trumps Hate. Learning from his time in the Hasidic community and studying extremism, he has become an outspoken pro-democracy voice. Since October 7th, he has drawn on his Israeli background to inform his work building coalitions among those who share a vision of solidarity for the future. Today, he runs a marketing agency for good called Justice Marketing. You can find Elad’s writing on MSNBC.com, the Daily Beast, Huffpost, the Forward, Haaretz, and beyond.
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    1 hr 12 min
  • Exploring Jewish Ethics in War (Z3 Podcast Ep. 20: Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody)

    Join Z3 Podcast host Rabbi Amitai Fraiman and Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody, Executive Director of Ematai (https://www.ematai.org), for a thought-provoking conversation about the complex intersection of Jewish wisdom and the ethics of war – from the moral considerations of going to war to the ethical dilemmas in combat tactics. Tune in as they discuss the role of religion in shaping moral frameworks, the necessity of warfare, and the broader geopolitical context shaping military decisions.

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    1 hr 1 min
  • Are Pro-Israel or Anti-Zionist Jews Representing Real Judaism? (Z3 Podcast Ep19: Yossi Klein Halevi)

    In this episode of the Z3 podcast, host Rabbi Amitai Fraiman engages in a timely conversation with Yossi Klein Halevi, an award-winning journalist, author, and senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute.
    Yossi shares his personal journey toward understanding what it meant to be a Jew in America as he grew up in the generation after the Holocaust, and he reflects on how the landscape of American Jewish identity is once again changing in the post-October 7th social and political world. This episode provides insight into the growing identity divide between anti-Zionist Jews and pro-Israel Jews, as well as how Israel needs to find the balance between being a historical underdog with the new reality of it having significant power. Together, Amitai and Yossi outline some of the challenges facing global Jewish communities by offering frameworks for making sense of our changing world order. Dive into the episode for all this and more.
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    59 min
  • An Israeli Intelligence Expert Analyzes the Attacks on Israel (Z3 Podcast Ep: 18 - Avi Melamed)

    Z3 Podcast host Rabbi Amitai Fraiman is joined by Avi Melamed (author, educator and Middle East strategic intelligence analyst) as they deep dive into the intricate layers of politics, ideologies, and regional power dynamics that define this enduring struggle. From unraveling the complexities of Hamas governance to dissecting the influence of major players like Iran and Saudi Arabia, this conversation sheds light on the multifaceted landscape of the Middle East. Discover the pivotal role of education in navigating this volatile and nuanced terrain, as Avi offers insights for a path forward in a region rife with tension and uncertainty, especially in the aftermath of October 7th.
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    1 hr 17 min
  • Advocating for Israel with Comedy (Z3 Podcast Ep. 17: Daniel-Ryan Spaulding)

    Join Z3 Podcast host Rabbi Amitai Fraiman as he is joined by comedian Daniel-Ryan Spaulding as they delve into the complexities of advocating for empathy in progressive discourse, particularly concerning the Israel-Palestine conflict. Last autumn, Daniel-Ryan went viral online when he began making videos about the October 7th attack in Israel. What followed was a journey exploring the challenges and motivations behind speaking out against perceived hypocrisy as he created comedic content aiming to address misconceptions with humor and information. Delve into the nuanced dialogue surrounding sensitive topics like Israel and anti-Semitism, as Amitai and Daniel-Ryan emphasize the importance of empathy alongside information dissemination. From navigating extremism and radicalization to promoting empathy and love, this conversation offers valuable insights into fostering understanding and dialogue in today's polarized world.
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    57 min
  • Using Fortnite to Reimagine Holocaust Education (Z3 Podcast Ep. 16: Luc Bernard)

    Join Rabbi Amitai Fraiman, our podcast host and head of Z3, as he delves into a fascinating discussion with Luc Bernard, video game developer turned consultant on Holocaust education.
    Luc is the director of The Light in the Darkness, the first videogame about the Holocaust on PS5, PS4 and on the Epic Games Store, and also created a virtual Holocaust museum within the popular online game Fortnite. Together, they explore the potential of gaming platforms in fostering empathy and relationship-building, particularly within the context of Holocaust education, by putting players in the shoes of characters. They discuss importance of bringing education to young people where they are and how leveraging digital platforms can aid that goal. Their conversation also touches on the limitations of traditional museum exhibits and the potential of digital platforms to make stories more accessible. All this and more in this episode.
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    1 hr 11 min
  • Jewish Priorities: Building a Strong Identity in Diaspora (Z3 Podcast Ep. 15: David Hazony)

    Delve into a captivating conversation between Amitai Fraiman, head of Z3 and our podcast host and guest David Hazony explore the dynamic landscape of Jewish identity and culture in Israel and the diaspora. Focusing on Hazony’s recently published book in collaboration with Adam Bellow “Jewish Priorities”, they discuss how fresh perspectives and innovative approaches are shaping the future of American Jewish identity, and about the transformative potential of secular Jewish mass movements in reclaiming tradition From the importance of investing in intellectual engagement to the value of collaborative partnerships, Hazony offers compelling insights into revitalizing Jewish life across the diaspora. Gain valuable insights into navigating the challenges and opportunities facing the global Jewish community, and discover how partnerships can drive positive change. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on shaping the future of Jewish culture and resilience.
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    1 hr 7 min
  • Identifying Antisemitism Post-October 7th (Z3 Podcast Ep. 14: Michal Cotler-Wunsh)

    In this episode of the Z3 Podcast, Rabbi Amitai Fraiman, our host and head of Z3, is joined by Former Member of Knesset Michal Cotler-Wunsh, who is currently an Israeli special envoy to combat antisemitism.
    Join them as they delve into the urgent topic of combating antisemitism in today's world. From reclaiming identity to fostering unity and agency, Michal provides powerful insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by Jewish communities globally. Discover how hope, courage, and collective action are driving the fight against antisemitism in all spheres, and learn how individuals and communities can come together to make a meaningful difference.
    About our guest: Michal Cotler-Wunsh is a prominent public speaker, researcher, and independent policy and strategy advisor on intersecting issues of antisemitism, law, human rights, and Zionism. Michal’s focus on process, transparency, and accountability, continues to inform and guide her in the role of Israel’s Special Envoy for Combatting Antisemitism, engaging local and global partners around the shared responsibility to comprehensively identify and address the rise and mainstreaming of ever-mutating antisemitic hate. Michal was a Member of Israel’s 23rd Knesset and served as the first Knesset Liaison to the Issue of the International Criminal Court (ICC), was co-chair of the Canada-Israel Interparliamentary Friendship Group, was a member of several interparliamentary working groups, and Chair of the Caucus for Ethiopians in Israel. She received her LL.B. from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and her LL.M. from McGill University in Montreal, Canada.
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    1 hr 1 min
  • Land, God and Community: Diving into Religious Zionism (Z3 Podcast Ep. 13: Yossi Ben Harush)

    In this episode of the Z3 Podcast, Rabbi Amitai Fraiman, our host and head of Z3, is joined by Yossi Ben Harush, a Jewish academic and educator.
    Together, their discussion delves into the evolving landscape of the Religious Zionist movement in Israel. They uncover the delicate balance between religious observance and secular activities, and the debate between ideology and sociology in guiding individual lives. Hear more about how recent events have prompted a reevaluation of ideological narratives within religious Zionist communities, leading to anticipation of significant societal shifts. All this and more in this episode.
    About our guest: Yossi Ben Harush is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Jewish Thought at Ben Gurion University and writes about Hasidism in the Land of Israel at the beginning of the 20th century. A faculty member in the Shalom Hartman Gap Year Program, Havrutah, Yossi recently returned to Israel from New York with his family, where he taught at SAR High School. Yossi lives in Jerusalem with his wife and three children.
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    1 hr 1 min

About The Long Path Podcast

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The Long Path is a weekly podcast exploring how the Jewish people arrived at this moment and where we might be headed next. Hosted by Rabbi Amitai Fraiman, each episode features conversations with diverse voices from across the Jewish world about the past, present, and future of Jewish peoplehood and Zionism.