Common Voices

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Imagine a world where we can build bridges to peace and understanding. This podcast shares the powerful stories of peace-seeking leaders and the inspiring initiatives of everyday individuals, including those fostering meaningful allyship with Israel and the Jewish people. Join us as we explore how coexistence and respect foster positive relationships, and that finding our common ground leads us to speaking in "Common Voices."

Episodes

  1. Why our student Allies Stand with Jewish students

    11/25/2025

    Why our student Allies Stand with Jewish students

    Allied Voices for Israel (AVI) is dedicated to fostering connections and finding common ground beyond the Jewish faith. The necessity of this mission became profoundly clear after October 7th, prompting a surge of strong student allies to speak up for the Jewish community on campus. Listen to this inspiring podcast to hear directly from these brave and remarkable students about why they felt the need to take a stand.  Moderated by Alumni Jean-Luc Mudingayi, this episode transforms a virtual workshop into a powerful audio experience, allowing a wider audience to benefit from their insights.   Jewish students across Canadian campuses are facing significant challenges. While the difficulty varies, the presence of allies provides crucial support, helping these students feel more welcome and safe in what are often trying environments.  INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    55 min
  2. Beyond the Echo Chamber: A Moderate Perspective on Journalism's Evolution with Warren Kinsella

    11/06/2025

    Beyond the Echo Chamber: A Moderate Perspective on Journalism's Evolution with Warren Kinsella

    Join us for a provocative and unfiltered conversation with Warren Kinsella, the outspoken Canadian political strategist, lawyer, and author known for his uncompromising takes and decades spent in the trenches of journalism and politics. Kinsella doesn't just comment on the news—he aims to correct it, often putting himself at the center of the fight for truth.   If you’re tired of the carefully curated headlines and ready for a genuinely candid discussion then this is a must-listen episode.  INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    40 min
  3. Canadian students speak freely about campus Jewish hate.

    09/09/2025

    Canadian students speak freely about campus Jewish hate.

    Recent surveys reveal a concerning trend: Jewish students in Canadian post-secondary institutions feel suppressed. Many are afraid to be openly Jewish or express their views on the Middle East conflict. While some quietly hide their Star of David necklaces, others like Liat Schwartz and Michael Mandel are proudly displaying them, enduring acts of intimidation and threats of violence. In this podcast, you will hear their powerful stories and understand why they are choosing to stand up against antisemitism and hate on campus. Tune in to hear how these pioneering voices are challenging conventional narratives and offering a new path toward understanding, solidarity, and healing. INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    41 min

  4. 08/26/2025

    A Shared Struggle: Harry LaForme, Canada's First Indigenous Court Judge, on First Nations and Jewish Communities.

    Join us for a powerful and eye-opening conversation with Harry Laforme, Canada's first Indigenous Court Judge. In this episode, we delve into his unique perspective as an advocate for both the Indigenous and Jewish communities, and how he recognizes the ancient and undeniable right to self-determination of the Jewish people in their ancestral homeland of Israel. Laforme, a member of the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation, shares his personal journey and explains why he feels a profound kinship with the Jewish people. He draws powerful parallels between the shared histories of suffering, persecution, and resilience.  This conversation explores how communities forged through collective trauma often find common ground and gravitate towards each other.  Tune in to hear how this pioneering voice is challenging conventional narratives and offering a new path toward understanding, solidarity, and healing. INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    52 min

  5. 07/22/2025

    Standing Tall: Yuval David's Unflinching Presence at Pride Despite Attacks For Being Jewish

    Join us as we connect with Yuval David, the Emmy Award-winning actor, host, director, and filmmaker, known for his work in film, television, and digital content. David is a prominent advocate and activist. The LGBTQ community has been particularly vocal about the Middle East crisis, leading advocate Yuval David to pivot much of his attention away from speaking up for the group, to combating misinformation and Jewish hatred. Previously focused on advancing LGBTQ rights, the events of October 7th compelled David to educate his community on Zionism and counter the antisemitism he faced, even from within his own supporters. INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    41 min
  6. A Hindu Perspective on Combatting Bigotry, and Finding Common Ground.

    07/07/2025

    A Hindu Perspective on Combatting Bigotry, and Finding Common Ground.

    We spoke with Ragini Sharma, co-founder of COHHE (the Canadian Organization for Hindu Heritage Education), to gain insights into the Hindu faith and explore the challenges they face in fostering common understanding.Every ethnic and religious group faces discrimination, both here in Canada and around the globe. The Common Voices podcast aims to bridge these divides by fostering understanding through dialogue, bringing people closer rather than pushing them apart. INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    52 min
  7. The Ripple Effect: How the Iran-Israel Conflict Reshapes Syria with Rawan Osman

    06/19/2025

    The Ripple Effect: How the Iran-Israel Conflict Reshapes Syria with Rawan Osman

    Unlock the complexities of Middle East geopolitics. In this compelling episode, we delve deep into the escalating Iran-Israel war and Syria's new leadership plays a role. Join us as Rawan Osman (Lebanese-Syrian Activist) unravels the intricate web of alliances, and suggests how the blood on Iran's hands is reshaping the Syrian landscape. From the Syrian civil war's enduring legacy to the strategic calculations of Damascus amidst regional tensions, this podcast offers crucial insights for anyone seeking to understand the geopolitical implications of this unfolding crisis. Rawan Osman provides an indispensable analysis of Syria's precarious position, caught between two regional giants, and explores the humanitarian, and political fallout.  You will be stunned to learn what her predictions are. INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    22 min

  8. 06/10/2025

    What Canadians Need to Know about Israel with Ashley Waxman Bakshi

    In this powerful episode of Common Voices, host Justin Chow sits down with Ashley Waxman Bakshi, a Canadian-born beauty and lifestyle influencer turned outspoken advocate against antisemitism and misinformation. Now based in Israel, Ashley shares her journey from growing up detached from her Israeli-Jewish identity, to facing antisemitism at university, to discovering her voice as a fierce defender of truth. Ashley opens up about her early activism, her shock at the anti-Israel narratives on campus, and her deep dive into history to seek answers. She discusses her shift from YouTube makeup tutorials to global advocacy, and how moments like Operation Guardian of the Walls and October 7th compelled her to speak out. Together, Justin and Ashley unpack common misconceptions about Israel, Zionism, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, touching on media bias, propaganda, coexistence within Israel, and the complexity of Middle Eastern geopolitics. Ashley explains why peace—not polarization—is the true goal, and why Canadians need to educate themselves beyond headlines.  INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    1 hr

  9. 05/27/2025

    What Building Bridges Truly Looks Like with Raheel Raza

    Join us for a conversation with Raheel Raza, a Pakistani Canadian journalist based here in Toronto. We'll be discussing the importance of respectful dialogue and speaking out against hate.  INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    55 min

  10. 04/29/2025

    Pilot episode with Amy Albertson.

    For our very first podcast episode, we had the privilege of an intimate conversation with Amy Albertson. Get ready to hear from this Chinese American Jew who's a powerful voice against antisemitism, offering a refreshing perspective on Jewish identity.   In this episode we dive deeper into her goal to advocate and educate as an ally to the community. INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: https://www.instagram.com/westsidegravy/CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND THE PROGRAMS WE OFFER: https://alliedvoicesforisrael.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedvoicesforisrael/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alliedvoicesforisrael/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alliedvoicesforisrael X: https://x.com/alliedvoicesIL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alliedvoicesforisrael

    1h 14m
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Imagine a world where we can build bridges to peace and understanding. This podcast shares the powerful stories of peace-seeking leaders and the inspiring initiatives of everyday individuals, including those fostering meaningful allyship with Israel and the Jewish people. Join us as we explore how coexistence and respect foster positive relationships, and that finding our common ground leads us to speaking in "Common Voices."

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