Israel ReBound Liz and Alan
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- Society & Culture
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Israel ReBound: Exploring the ties that bind Jews around the world to Israel through culture, identity and current events. Hosted by Liz Feldstern in Israel and Alan Potash in California.
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Campus Antisemitism and anti-Israel protests
Liz and Alan discuss the current wave of protests on American college campuses and how they are being viewed from Israel.
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Update from Liz on Passover in Jerusalem
Liz provides a snapshot of life in Jerusalem during the Passover break.
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Special podcast: Liz gives a first hand experience from the attack by Iran
In this episode co-host Liz Feldstern shares her experience from Saturday night's Iranian attack on Israel and the aftermath.
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Six months since the start of the war, Alan's visit to Israel, Liz's visit to Argentina and more
This episode makes up for the two weeks we were not able to record a podcast. Alan shared his recent visit to Israel volunteering and meeting with people. He also shared his stops at Hostage Square and the rally in support of the families and hostages.
Prior to his trip he posted an opinion piece on his blog site at the Times of Israel.
Israel from the Outside -
St. Patrick's Day in Israel?, Matisyahu, Day to Day life in Israel, Purim
Alan asked Liz if anyone observes St. Patrick's Day in Israel and she said probably not. What about the President of Israel? Doesn't he have Irish roots? Alan brought up Matisyahu's concerts that have been canceled in cities in America how is it being played out in Israel? Liz shared that he will be coming to perform in Israel in April. Alan also mentioned that Matisyahu had a chance to connect to wounded Israeli soldiers who were on a special program in Aspen.
As for Purim, Liz mentioned a special project honoring the hostages being held in Gaza. "What are their favorite cookies?" check out Tasteslikehome.co.il -
Update on Eurovision, how antisemitism is being explained in America and new Purim foods
In this episode Liz updates on the Eurovision submission by Israel and also discusses why there seems to be more scrutiny on Israel no matter the event. Liz asks Alan to share how the growth of antisemitism in America is being addressed. He shares several seminars and articles that are worth looking at.
Franklin Foer's article in The Atlantic
Streicker Center events on Antisemitism
The Eye of Haman