Being Jew-ish

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Being Jew-ish is a podcast by Seth Everett and Dave Vaisberg that addresses Antisemitism, hate, and other troubling issues head on. Seth, a veteran podcaster in the worlds of sports, tech, and superheroes. Dave, a senior rabbi at an historic New Jersey synagogue. On this biweekly podcast, Seth and Dave dive into all topics secular, Jewish, and in between, with nothing off limits.

  1. 03/19/2024

    Season 1 Finale: Israel and American Politics

    Episode 30! It's election season. Seth and Dave explore how what's happening in Israel and Gaza might impact elections (and other important life events, like looking at colleges for our kids). How are Israel and Antisemitism present in political positions, and how much should we be considering those elements when making our own votes? Seth and Dave take some time to unpack Senator Chuck Schumer's congressional speech on Israel and Gaza. Finally, they explore the importance of finding levity even in moments like these, since Purim is coming up this week. This is the final show of Being Jew-ish's first season. Seth and Dave will return for season two soon.

    20 min

  2. 03/12/2024

    Recorded in Israel: A Conversation with a Hostage's Father

    This week we share a conversation recorded on Dave's recent trip to Israel with Danny Miran, the father of Israeli hostage Omri Miran, 46-year-old, held in Gaza since October 7, 156 days as of the release date of this podcast. Danny's account is heart-wrenching and yet hopeful. Given the emotional weight of his burden, Danny Miran spoke with us in Hebrew, and Daniel Shek, former Israeli ambassador to France and current head of the diplomatic department at Families of Hostages and the Missing Forum, served as translator. For Omri's story, click here: https://stories.bringthemhomenow.net/bringthemhome/miran-omri For general information on Families of Hostages and the Missing Forum (the "bring them home now” organization), click here: https://stories.bringthemhomenow.net/

    46 min

  3. 03/05/2024

    Back from Israel

    Dave is back from leading the synagogue's Solidarity Mission to Israel. It was an emotionally intense and moving trip, where participants volunteered throughout the country (mostly in the food and agriculture sectors) and brought and distributed donations. They met with survivors from the October 7 massacres, grieving and pained family members of people killed and hostages, displaced families from the north, and soldiers currently on duty. Dave learned about the dangers Israelis face every day— while people in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv have 1.5 minutes from hearing a rocket siren to seek shelter, in the Gaza envelope, people have no more than a 15-second warning at best. We'll hear a message from Sam, a reservist in an infantry brigade. In future weeks, we'll hear more recordings from the trip. As always, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend!

    23 min

  4. 02/20/2024

    Interview With an Israeli Special Forces Reservist

    This week we speak with Shemtov Hollinger, a special forces reservist who has been serving in the West Bank since the national alarm went off on October 7. By the time this is released, for the first time since, Hollinger is returning to his regular work as a nurse. Listen for a fascinating conversation of a first-hand account of what's happening on the ground along with his perspective on what the future may hold. We are so grateful to all those putting their lives on the line for the sake of our people and the State of Israel. Please note that we will not be releasing an episode next week, but the following week, we'll be sharing recordings from Dave's solidarity mission to Israel. Please share with a friend and rate on Apple Podcasts.\

    36 min

  5. 02/13/2024

    Meeting Jewish Therapeutic Needs

    This episode is dedicated to Seth's father Lou on his second yahrtzeit. This week, we spoke with Malka Shaw, LCSW. Malka shares with listeners her work at Kesher Shalom, an organization dedicated to supporting mental health professionals with everything connected to the October 7th attacks, the recent rise in Antisemitism, and the general Jewish experience today. Mental health professionals need additional tools for supporting their Jewish clients and Jewish mental health professionals very much need support for their own experiences. Thankfully, Kesher Shalom is there to support them. For more information, go to keshershalom.com.

    40 min

  6. 02/06/2024

    Defining "Moral Military"

    In episode 25 (a quarter of the way to 100!), Dave and Seth discuss what it means for Israel to have a “moral” military. We explore the issues raised in the Newsweek article, “Israel implemented more measures to limit civilian casualties than any other nation in history.” (link at the end). Is it possible for an army to be moral? They also discuss the current political climate in the United States and what impact it may have on the war in Gaza. https://www.newsweek.com/israel-implemented-more-measures-prevent-civilian-casualties-any-other-nation-history-opinion-1865613

    20 min

  7. 01/23/2024

    Eurovision: the Story of the Israel-Hamas Saga

    The Israel-Hamas saga continues. The International Court of Justice took South Africa's genocide suit against Israel seriously. Fortunately, in their announcement (interestingly shared the day before International Holocaust Remembrance Day). At the same time, they did not call for a ceasefire, they did call for Israel to take every possible step to limit the afflicting of Palestinians in Gaza, take all measures to punish direct incitement to genocide, and assure humanitarian aid and services. Meanwhile, many countries are calling for Israel to be kicked out of the Eurovision Song Contest. As they say (or not), the best part of waking up is geopolitical conflict in your cup. In good news, we celebrated the trees' birthday with Tu Bishvat.

    24 min

  8. 01/23/2024

    Legitimate critique or Antisemitism?

    We ring in 2024 with Episode 23! Seth and Dave discuss the presidential election and the problematic misinformation we anticipate. It's vital that we seek out the truth and that we can hold multiple truths simultaneously. One can criticize Israel while NOT being Antisemitic. How? We'll share with you! Jonathan Kasler's article on the [inadequate] responses to what's happening in Gaza: https://medium.com/@kasler.jon/5-war-journal-e1e19a92d066. Please share this podcast with a friend and leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

    25 min
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Being Jew-ish is a podcast by Seth Everett and Dave Vaisberg that addresses Antisemitism, hate, and other troubling issues head on. Seth, a veteran podcaster in the worlds of sports, tech, and superheroes. Dave, a senior rabbi at an historic New Jersey synagogue. On this biweekly podcast, Seth and Dave dive into all topics secular, Jewish, and in between, with nothing off limits.

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  • Creator
    Underdog Podcasts
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Being Jew-ish