Tensions Transplanted

The Jewish Independent
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Tensions Transplanted – Season 3  This six-part series explores the complex intersections of social cohesion, media influence, extremism, and rising antisemitism in the wake of the events at Bondi and October 7. Featuring a diverse panel of experts, journalists, and community leaders, the podcast delves into the mechanics of cancel culture, the spread of mis- and disinformation, and the structural roots of modern political polarization. Ultimately, the series seeks to answer difficult questions about legal accountability and how society can move forward to repair fractured communities. In Series 3 Rob Kaldor is joined by journalist Isy Oderberg.

Episodes

  1. Season 3 - Episode 1- Start at the beginning

    Jun 5

    Season 3 - Episode 1- Start at the beginning

    Send us Fan Mail After the Bondi massacre, many Australian Jews were shocked — but not necessarily surprised. In the opening episode of season three of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor and Izzy Oderberg begin with the question now facing Australian Jewish life: where to from here? Not by replaying the horror of December 14, but by asking what it exposed about safety, extremism, anti-Semitism, political rhetoric, social cohesion and who gets heard when fear takes over. Featuring terrorism expert Michelle Grossman AM, Julian Leeser MP, Project Shema founder Zachary Schaffer, social commentator and writer Van Badham and Palestinian writer and activist Hamza Howidy, this episode is a powerful primer for the season ahead: sharp, uncomfortable, deeply human and determined to move beyond slogans.

    41 min

  2. 04/29/2025

    Season 2 - Episode 5 - Jewish Voices in Parliament: Julian Leeser and Josh Burns on Australia's Future

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 5 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor sits down with Jewish MPs Julian Leeser (Liberal, Berowra) and Josh Burns (Labor, Macnamara) to explore how their Jewish identity has influenced their political careers — and how they each envision Australia's future post the 2025 federal election.   💡 Support quality journalism: Donate here

    33 min

  3. 04/23/2025

    Season 2 - Episode 4 - The Muslim Vote

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 4 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor explores how The Muslim Vote could influence the upcoming federal election. He’s joined by Dr Josh Roose from Deakin University to unpack key marginal electorates, the rising political engagement among Muslim Australians, and the emerging — and sometimes uneasy — alliances with the Greens. Together, they consider how the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict is shaping political discourse in the lead-up to election day. 📖 Read Dr Josh Roose’s articles and more election coverage. 💡 Support quality journalism: Donate here

    23 min

  4. 04/16/2025

    Season 2 - Episode 3 - The Jewish Seats

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 3 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor takes a close look at the federal election campaigns unfolding in Goldstein, Macnamara, and Wentworth — the three electorates with Australia’s largest Jewish populations. He’s joined by author Julie Szego, journalist Michael Visontay, and Jewish Independent editor Deborah Stone to unpack how October 7 and the rise in antisemitism are shaping campaign strategies, shifting voter sentiment, and influencing the political outlook in these pivotal seats. 📖 Read Julie Szego’s articles  📖 Read Michael Visontay’s articles  📖 Read Deborah Stone’s articles and more election coverage. 💡 Support quality journalism: Donate here

    36 min

  5. 04/09/2025

    Season 2 - Episode 2 - The End of Bipartisanship

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 2 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor speaks with Deborah Stone from The Jewish Independent about the collapse of bipartisan consensus on foreign policy and the growing political divide over antisemitism. 📖 Read Deborah Stone’s articles and more election coverage. 💡 Support quality journalism: Donate here

    26 min
  6. Season 2 - Episode 1 : Is Anti-semitism an Election Issue?

    04/02/2025

    Season 2 - Episode 1 : Is Anti-semitism an Election Issue?

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Rob Kaldor examines the upcoming federal election with insights from political consultant Dean Sherr, who offers a rare insider’s view from Canberra. With a sharp focus on how antisemitism could shape the political landscape, Dean breaks down the key dynamics influencing the campaign. 📖 Read Dean Sherr’s articles and more election coverage. 💡 Support quality journalism: Donate here

    29 min

  7. 09/26/2024

    Episode 4: The political landscape and social cohesion

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode four – the final episode of Tensions Transplanted – Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian politics, arts and culture. Rob speaks with a range voices including Josh Burns, Labor Federal MP, Allegra Spender, Independent Federal MP, Tim Hollo, Executive Director of the Green Institute, Jeremy Leibler, President of the Zionist Federation of Australia, Councillor Robert Samuel, journalist John Stanley, cultural leadership expert Sam Cairnduff and founder of 'Jews of Sydney',  Kevin Garber.

    52 min

  8. 09/19/2024

    Episode 3: Schools,Universities and the Workplace

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode three, Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian workplaces, with a particular focus on schools and universities. He speaks with Josh Burns, a Labor Federal MP, Noah Loven, President of AUJS, Dr. Avril Alba, a university lecturer, and Rabbi Yossi Friedman, known as The Rabbi on Demand. They discuss issues such as racism and campus encampments. The episode also shares personal stories from individuals whose lives have been significantly affected by the conflict.

    51 min

  9. 09/12/2024

    Episode 2: Doxxing,Influencers and the Digital World

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode Two, the impact of the Hamas-Israel war in Australia goes online. Rob Kaldor dives deep into the battle for dominance on social media as well as the dark art of doxxing. Rob speaks with well-known influencers including Clammy Fraud, Marnie Perlstein and hears the rationale of one of the doxxers. We also hear from some of the targets of the doxxing, including those whose lives were turned upside down through death threats and intimidation.

    49 min

  10. 09/02/2024

    Episode 1: October 7 and the Immediate aftermath

    Send us Fan Mail In the first episode, Rob examines the immediate fallout of the October 7th attacks, including the protests at the Sydney Opera House. He speaks with Mark Spiro, who was arrested for displaying an Israeli flag, and Deborah Stone, the Editor of The Jewish Independent.  Rob interviews two members of Sydney's Lebanese community to gain their perspectives on the attack.

    34 min
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About

Tensions Transplanted – Season 3  This six-part series explores the complex intersections of social cohesion, media influence, extremism, and rising antisemitism in the wake of the events at Bondi and October 7. Featuring a diverse panel of experts, journalists, and community leaders, the podcast delves into the mechanics of cancel culture, the spread of mis- and disinformation, and the structural roots of modern political polarization. Ultimately, the series seeks to answer difficult questions about legal accountability and how society can move forward to repair fractured communities. In Series 3 Rob Kaldor is joined by journalist Isy Oderberg.

Information

  • Creator
    The Jewish Independent
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Tensions Transplanted
  • Show Website
    Tensions Transplanted

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