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. This is not a podcast about easy answers. It is about wrestling with hard questions and imagining a shared Jewish future. ____________________________________ The Long Path is powered by the Z3 Project, a movement reimagining Jewish peoplehood for the 21st century.

  1. 1D AGO

    The Long Path Podcast EP 5- The Red Green Alliance- With Izabella Tabarovsky & Hussein Mansour

    The Red-Green Alliance Explained | Hussein Mansour & Izabella Tabarovsky | The Long Path PodcastIn this episode of The Long Path Podcast, we explore the idea often referred to as the “Red-Green Alliance” — the ideological convergence between elements of the radical left and Islamist political movements.Joining us are Hussein Aboubakr Mansour and Izabella Tabarovsky, two thinkers who approach this topic from very different historical perspectives.Mansour studies the intellectual history of political Islam and how modern revolutionary ideologies shaped Islamist movements. Tabarovsky focuses on the legacy of Soviet anti-Zionist propaganda and how it influenced modern discourse around Israel and antisemitism.Together, we unpack the historical roots of the Red-Green Alliance, including the role of Soviet Union propaganda campaigns against Zionism, the ideological overlap between revolutionary leftist movements and Islamist political thought, and how these ideas continue to shape political discourse today.We discuss how Soviet anti-Zionism reframed Jewish self-determination, why these ideological frameworks proved so durable, and how the language developed during the Cold War still appears in modern activism and international politics.This conversation explores the intellectual origins of the alliance, why these movements sometimes find common ground, and what understanding this history can reveal about contemporary political debates.In this episode we discuss:• The origins of the “Red-Green Alliance”• Soviet anti-Zionism and its influence on modern antisemitism• The ideological roots of Islamist political movements• How revolutionary left-wing frameworks intersect with Islamist politics• The Cold War origins of many anti-Israel narratives• Why these ideological alliances persist today• What understanding this history can reveal about modern political discourseOur GuestsHussein Aboubakr MansourResearcher and writer specializing in Arab political thought, Islamist ideology, and Middle Eastern intellectual history.Izabella TabarovskyScholar of Soviet propaganda and modern antisemitism, and senior fellow at the Z3 Institute.Follow Our GuestsHussein Mansourhttps://x.com/husseinmansourIzabella Tabarovskyhttps://x.com/IzaTabarovsky

    1h 15m

  2. MAR 23

    The Long Path Podcast EP 4- Keeping Your Heart Open- Alice Miller

    Alice Miller on Breaking Barriers, Humanitarian Aid, and Keeping Your Heart Open | The Long Path PodcastIn this episode of The Long Path Podcast, we sit down with Alice Miller — humanitarian leader, aerospace engineer, and the woman behind one of the most important legal battles for gender equality in Israel.Alice first became known for her landmark petition to the Israeli Supreme Court that opened the Israeli Air Force pilot course to women, a decision that fundamentally reshaped opportunities for women in the Israel Defense Forces.But her story didn’t stop there.In this conversation, Alice shares the personal journey that led her from engineering and activism into the world of humanitarian aid. Today she serves as CEO of Natan, an organization that deploys volunteer medical and disaster-response teams to crisis zones around the world.We talk about her work with Natan across the globe — including humanitarian efforts connected to Gaza — the challenges of delivering aid in politically complex environments, and the philosophy that guides her work: keeping your heart open to all people.Alice also reflects on how her relationship with Judaism has shaped her understanding of responsibility, compassion, and service.This is a conversation about courage, empathy, leadership, and what it means to dedicate your life to helping others.In this episode we discuss• Alice Miller’s landmark Israeli Supreme Court case• Opening the Israeli Air Force pilot course to women• Her transition from engineering to humanitarian leadership• Leading Natan’s global disaster response missions• Providing aid in complex conflict zones• Keeping empathy and compassion in humanitarian work• How Judaism shapes her worldview and sense of responsibilityLearn more about Alice MillerWebsite: https://alicemiller.orgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-millerTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/AliceMillerLearn more about NatanWebsite: https://www.natanrelief.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/natanreliefFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatanReliefTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/NatanRelief

    1h 5m

  3. MAR 16

    Rebuilding Gaza - With Dr. David Hasan- The Long Path Podcast EP 3

    Dr. David Hasan on Healing, October 7th & Founding the Gaza Children’s Village | The Long Path PodcastIn this episode of The Long Path Podcast, we speak with Dr. David Hasan, a neurosurgeon and founder of the Gaza Children’s Village, about his journey from medicine to humanitarian leadership.Dr. Hasan reflects on his early years as a young man trying to understand the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and how his experiences working as a surgeon in Gaza shaped his perspective on the region, its people, and the human cost of conflict.We discuss the turning points that changed his worldview, including visiting Israeli kibbutzim after the October 7th attacks and witnessing firsthand the devastation left behind. These experiences ultimately led him to found the Gaza Children’s Village — an initiative focused on supporting children affected by war and instability.This conversation explores empathy, responsibility, and the difficult work of building humanitarian solutions in one of the most complex regions in the world.The Long Path Podcast is powered by Z3 — a global initiative working to reimagine Jewish peoplehood for the 21st century and foster meaningful dialogue between Israel and the Diaspora.Learn more about Z3:https://www.z3project.org/Learn more about Gaza Children’s Village:https://gazachildrensvillage.org/Follow The Long Path Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelongpathpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelongpathpodcastTopics covered in this episode include Gaza, humanitarian work, October 7th, Israeli kibbutzim, medical missions, peacebuilding, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and supporting children affected by war.Subscribe for more conversations with thinkers, leaders, and builders shaping the Jewish future.

    1h 7m

  4. MAR 9

    What the Left Can Learn From Settlers -The Long Path Podcast EP 2- Shanie Reichman

    Shanie Reichman on the Future of the Two-State Solution, Visionary Leadership & Lessons from the Settler Movement | The Long Path PodcastIn this episode of The Long Path Podcast, we sit down with policy leader and strategist Shanie Reichman for a thoughtful conversation on the future of Israel, Zionism, and the possibility of a two-state solution.We discuss what a realistic path forward might look like, how the political center and left can rethink their approach, and what they can learn from the long-term vision and strategic persistence of the settler movement. We also explore the role of leadership, narrative, and institution-building in shaping Israel’s future.Shanie shares insights from her work advancing serious discourse around the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and reflects on the importance of visionary leadership, political imagination, and societal responsibility in moments of deep uncertainty.This conversation looks beyond slogans and into the structural and cultural shifts that may be required to move toward a more stable and sustainable future.The Long Path Podcast is powered by Z3 — a global initiative working to reimagine Jewish peoplehood for the 21st century and foster meaningful dialogue between Israel and the Diaspora.Learn more about Z3:https://www.z3project.org/Follow The Long Path Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelongpathpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelongpathpodcastTopics covered in this episode include the two-state solution, Israeli politics, Zionist leadership, lessons from the settler movement, the future of the Israeli left, peace strategy, political vision, and the evolving landscape of Israeli society.Subscribe for more conversations with thinkers, leaders, and builders shaping the Jewish future.

    1 hr
  5. The Long Path Podcast EP 1 - No One Expected Such a Long War- Rachel Azaria

    MAR 2

    The Long Path Podcast EP 1 - No One Expected Such a Long War- Rachel Azaria

    In this episode of The Long Path Podcast, we sit down with Israeli public leader and social innovator Rachel Azaria known for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of Israeli society. We discuss the internal tensions shaping Israel today, the evolving role of the Haredi community, economic resilience and social mobility, and Rachel’s work with HaOgen for Reservist Families, Israel’s the largest and most significant organization assisting families of reserve and permanent soldiers. We also explore what it means to build a more sustainable, unified, and forward-looking Israeli future. Rachel brings a unique perspective from years of leadership at the intersection of policy, civil society, and economic empowerment. This conversation goes beyond headlines and dives into the structural, cultural, and moral questions shaping Israel’s next chapter. The Long Path Podcast is powered by Z3 — a global initiative working to reimagine Jewish peoplehood for the 21st century and foster meaningful dialogue between Israel and the Diaspora. Learn more about Z3: https://www.z3project.org/ Follow The Long Path Podcast on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelongpathpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelongpathpodcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLongPathPod Topics covered in this episode include Israeli society, Haredi integration, Jewish identity, Israel’s economy, social finance, the work of HaOgen, Diaspora-Israel relations, the future of Zionism, and Jewish leadership. Subscribe for more conversations with thinkers, leaders, and builders shaping the Jewish future.

    1h 7m

  6. 09/09/2025

    LGBTQ+ Jews After October 7 (Podcast S2 Ep. 9)

    How are LGBTQ+ Jews navigating today’s overlapping crises in Israel and in America? In this Z3 Podcast episode, Rabbi Amitai Fraiman speaks with Hila Peer and Asher Gellis about the impact of rising antisemitism and anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment at a moment when community feels both more fragile and more essential than ever. The aftermath of October 7 saw rising tensions around LGBTQ+ identity in Jewish and queer spaces alike, and the polarization in both Israel and America have placed enormous pressures on an already vulnerable community. They conversation explores the heated debate over pinkwashing and how it has shaped perceptions of Jewish LGBTQ+ activism. What unfolds is a candid and deeply personal conversation about personal identity, community belonging, and the shared values that can sustain Jewish communities through times of crisis. About Our Guests Asher Gellis, MBA, founder and CEO of JQ International earned a BA in Political Theory from UCLA and an MBA from Pepperdine University. Prior to launching JQ International in 2004, Asher served as the Regional Director for Hadassah’s Young Judaea in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. He created curriculum for the Bureau of Jewish Education in Los Angeles, and guided teen scholastic Israel tours. Asher has launched dozens of groundbreaking LGBTQ+ Jewish programs and services affecting tens of thousands of lives and steering the Jewish Community towards greater LGBTQ+ inclusion for generations to come. Hila Peer is the Chair of the Aguda – Israel’s LGBTQ Association, the country’s pioneering LGBTQ organization established in 1975, now celebrating 50 years of activism. A respected leader and passionate social activist, she has spearheaded major advances in civil rights and pro-LGBTQ legislation in Israel. Re-elected as Aguda’s Chair since 2020, Peer is recognized as one of the most prominent voices of Israel’s LGBTQ community and a proud mother of twins. (00:00) Introduction (03:14) Meet the Guests (05:34) The U.S. Experience (07:47) The Israeli Experience (12:25) Polarization and Internal Divides (18:03) Proximity and Resilience (20:00) Media, Families, and Acceptance (25:00) What Makes a Community? (26:49) Debates over inclusion: “Drop the T” controversy (32:14) Understanding divides within the LGBTQ+ community (40:10) Pinkwashing and Tokenization (53:36) Extreme Polarization (54:44) Judaism and Advocacy (1:03:07) Signs of Hope

    1h 7m

  7. 08/27/2025

    Sacred Disagreement: One People, Many Voices (Z3 Podcast S2 Ep. 8)

    What does it mean to belong to the Jewish people in an era of deepening division?In this thought-provoking episode of the Z3 Podcast, host Rabbi Amitai Fraiman is joined by Rabbi Shai Held and Dr. Mijal Bitton as they dive into an expansive conversation on Jewish identity, communal leadership, and the challenges of navigating ideological diversity, especially in the wake of October 7. Together, they grapple with tensions between inclusion and boundary-setting, the evolving role of Israel in Jewish life, and what it means to foster belonging in both liberal and traditional communities. This is a candid and deeply reflective dialogue on the enduring commitment to Klal Yisrael. Watch now to dive into this meaningful conversation between Jewish communal leaders.About Our GuestsDr. Mijal Bitton is a spiritual leader, public intellectual, and sociologist. She serves as the Rosh Kehilla of the Downtown Minyan in NYC and is Scholar in Residence at the Maimonides Fund. A Visiting Researcher at NYU Wagner, she directs pioneering research on Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews in the United States. Bitton is an alumna of the Wexner Graduate Fellowship, a New Pluralist Field Builder, and a Sacks Scholar. In the wake of October 7, she is deeply committed to renewing Jewish solidarity and building vibrant, inclusive Jewish life. She was a featured speaker at the historic March for Israel in Washington, D.C. She co-hosts the podcast Wondering Jews and shares weekly reflections on Jewish life, identity, and resilience in her Substack newsletter, Committed.Rabbi Shai Held, one of the most influential Jewish thinkers and leaders in America, is President and Dean of the Hadar Institute in New York City. Rabbi Held received the prestigious Covenant Award for Excellence in Jewish Education, and has been named multiple times to Newsweek’s list of the most influential rabbis in America and to the Forward's list of the most prominent Jews in the world. He is the author of Abraham Joshua Heschel: The Call of Transcendence (2013) and The Heart of Torah: Essays on the Weekly Torah Portion (2017). His new book, Judaism is About Love, was published by Farrar, Straus, & Giroux in March 2024.Chapters(00:00) Introduction(10:48) Understanding Community and Leadership(16:45) Redefining Love and Enemies(22:50) Softening the Binary in Community Conversations(28:54) Humanity in Political Discourse(35:52) The Nature of Ideological Boundaries(43:49) The Complexity of Gatekeeping in Jewish Identity(48:52) Secularization and the Role of Israel in Jewish Life(55:52) Balancing Community Standards and Inclusivity(01:01:57) Navigating Complex Identities and Boundaries(01:06:49) The Challenge of Inclusivity in American Jewish Life(01:19:46) Finding Hope Amidst Challenges in Jewish Communities

    1h 23m

  8. 07/29/2025

    Can Hope Win in the Middle East? The Vision Behind MENA2050 (Z3 Podcast S2 Ep. 7)

    In this episode of the Z3 Podcast, host Rabbi Amitai Fraiman sits down with Eli Bar-On, founder of MENA2050 and a former senior legal advisor in the Israeli government, and Wydiane Djaidi, a Moroccan lawyer and international development expert, to explore a bold vision for the future of the Middle East and North Africa.Together, they delve into how MENA2050 is bringing together Israelis, Palestinians, Moroccans, Iranians, and others from across the region, not to argue politics, but to collaborate on urgent issues of climate change, gender equality, food security, and mutual understanding. In a region too often associated with conflict, these conversations offer a powerful reminder that there are people across borders who are ready to focus on building, not breaking.This episode sheds light on the quiet efforts happening behind the scenes, projects and relationships that offer real hope for a more stable and connected Middle East. Listen in for a glimpse of what’s possible when we shift the conversation from what’s broken to what we can create together.About Our SpeakersEli Bar-On is the CEO and Head of the Executive Committee of MENA2050. He served in various senior legal positions in the Israeli government. He was also a professor at the Israel National Defense College, with a focus on matters of national security, strategy, and international relations.Eli has provided expert presentations to high-level delegations throughout the world. He also led strategic international dialogues and lectured at preeminent academic institutions around the world. Upon his retirement as a civil servant, Eli co-founded and was the CEO of a start-up company dealing with wireless optical communication. Eli has a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree and an Executive Master of Business Administration (E.M.B.A.) degree (cum laude) from Tel Aviv University and a Master’s degree in Political Science (M.A.) (cum laude) from Haifa University.Wydiane Djaidi is a Moroccan lawyer, an international development professional and a proud member of MENA2050. She was born and raised in Casablanca and is admitted to the Casablanca Bar Association. She holds a Master degree in International Business Law from the University of Brussels (ULB) and a Master degree in International Public Law and Transnational Crimes from the University for Peace (UN Mandated). Wydiane has worked for over 5 years for the United Nations (UN) in Turin (Italy), in Vienna (Austria) and in Rabat (Kingdom of Morocco) on the prevention and countering of terrorism and transnational organized crime. She spent most of her time at the UN working at the headquarters in Vienna supporting governments in the implementation of the UN Convention on Transnational Organized Crime (Palermo Convention) and have supported in that framework the drafting and elaboration of many UN reports that are currently publicly available. Wydiane recently moved back to Casablanca, working there as a lawyer and international development consultant. She is also deeply passionate about inter-faith dialogue, gender equality, art and culture. Chapters(00:00) Introduction(03:02) The Founding Story of MENA2050(05:49) Regional Collaboration and Its Importance(08:49) Personal Motivations and Backgrounds(11:43) Morocco as a Model for Coexistence(14:55) The Role of Civil Society in Change(17:50) Navigating Differences and Building Trust(23:57) Addressing Urgent Regional Concerns(29:49) Finding Common Ground Amidst Conflict(32:37) Grassroots Movements(37:15) Israel's Role in the MENA Region(40:00) The Impact of October 7(47:27) The Human Cost of Conflict(51:50) Empathy and Shared Pain(01:03:10) Hope and Future Prospects

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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. This is not a podcast about easy answers. It is about wrestling with hard questions and imagining a shared Jewish future. ____________________________________ The Long Path is powered by the Z3 Project, a movement reimagining Jewish peoplehood for the 21st century.

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  • Creator
    The Z3 Project
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © The Z3 Project
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