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Here I Am With Shai Davidai

Shai Davidai
Anti-Semitism
Israel
Jewish Identity
Judaism
Zionism
Antisemitism
Hamas
Activism
Columbia University
October 7th
Human Rights
Civil Rights
Gaza
Melanie Phillips
Jewish Community
PTSD
Holocaust Education
Community Engagement
Fight Hate
United Kingdom

Here I Am with Shai Davidai explores the rising tide of anti-semitism through discussions with the top Jewish voices in this ongoing battle.

Shai Davidai, a Professor at Columbia University, became well known for his viral speech against hate towards Jews on Columbia's campus.

Since then, he has been an active voice in this controversy. Shai now brings the voices of hope together in this groundb... more

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In this special episode of Here I Am, social media manager Allison Fuller flips the script and interviews host Shai Davidai. Shai opens up about his journey from growing up in Israel and Romania to becoming one of the most visible voices fighting ant... more

In this episode of Here I Am, host Shai Davidai sits down with Jewish advocate, organizer, and "campus mom" Valerie Gerstein, who shares her firsthand experience confronting antisemitism as a graduate student at Columbia University. Valerie, a grandd... more

In this episode of Here I Am, Shai sits down with Nate Shalev, co-founder of Shalom Dykes, an organization creating safe, inclusive, and joyful spaces for Jewish LGBTQ dykes. Nate shares their decade-long journey organizing with the NYC Dyke March, a... more

In this episode of Here I Am, host Shai Davidai sits down with Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz, senior rabbi of Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun (KJ) on Manhattan's Upper East Side and author of Despite Everything: A Chronicle of Jewish Resilience in the Afterma... more

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Recent Guests

Shai Davidai
Professor at Columbia University
Columbia University
Episode: "Who Are You and Why Are You in My Seat?" | An Exclusive Interview With Shai Davidai
Valerie Gerstein
Columbia student & plaintiff in civil rights case
Columbia University
Episode: I Had Meetings With Columbia's Leadership Before the Protests Started. Here's What I Saw Coming | Valerie Gerstein, Columbia Student & Plaintiff
Nate Shalev
Co-founder of Shalom Dykes, activist focused on visible Jewish LGBTQ spaces
Shalom Dykes
Episode: Queer Spaces Say "No Zionists Allowed." This Queer Activist Built a New One | Nate Shalev, Co-Founder of Shalom Dykes
Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz
Senior rabbi of Kehilath Jeshurun (KJ) on the Upper East Side; author of Despite Everything
Kehilath Jeshurun (KJ)
Episode: Jews Only Show Their Best in Crisis. We Must Learn to Do It in Peace | Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz
Michael Greenspan
Shai's father-in-law, provides closing credits and host intros
Personal relation to host
Episode: Jews Only Show Their Best in Crisis. We Must Learn to Do It in Peace | Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz
Anila Ali
Founder of AMMWEC, activist and educator
American Muslim Multi-Faith Women's Empowerment Council
Episode: The Muslim Woman Who Stood for Israel and Lost Everything Because of It | Muslim Activist Anila Ali
Rebecca Schgallis
Director of K-12 Education at CAMERA
Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis (CAMERA)
Episode: Your Kid's Textbook May Be Lying to Them | Rebecca Schgallis & David Litman from CAMERA
David Litman
US Media Manager for CAMERA
CAMERA
Episode: Your Kid's Textbook May Be Lying to Them | Rebecca Schgallis & David Litman from CAMERA
Miri Bar-Halperin
Clinical psychologist, trauma expert, author
Trauma and resilience research; author of Becoming a Superhero
Episode: Your Therapist May Be Making Your Jewish Trauma Worse | Trauma Specialist Dr. Miri Bar Halperin

Host

Shai Davidai
Host of the show, Columbia University professor and public intellectual.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 711 ratings
  • 2 goyish 4 me

    I get that this is a vanity project, but what do you have against religious Jews? How can you claim to have a diverse range of opinions, when frum voices are essentially excluded? Two stars instead of one because it has potential, but we have enough secular voices on the subject. If you aren’t observant and you think it’s bad, imagine if you were visibly, religiously Jewish. The people ought to know what’s really going on.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ChayaMalkuth
    United Statesa month ago
  • Outstanding Show

    I love this show. I find myself anticipating the next show. This work, Shai, supports Jewish Healing. Thank you. Thank you for your good work, your focused approach and intriguing guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ma18po
    United States9 months ago
  • Random ad interruptions su*k

    I loved this podcast and then they added ads that cut in in the middle of a sentence.

    I get the need to monetize, but could y’all do it in a way that doesn’t ruin listener experience?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Teresa4747
    United States10 months ago
  • Claims to be a leftist, but actions (calling for imprisonment of unconvicted) indicate otherwise.

    Podchaser
    1
    Seyfert
    a year ago
  • Thank you Shai!

    Excellent episode with Yardenne. Thank you for all you two do, say, and express on behalf on the entire tribe. Keep up the great work. Todah lachem!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DvGuts
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Some critiques note ad interruptions affect listening experience.
Audience appreciates practical calls to action and real-world impact stories.
Insightful and timely discussions on anti-Semitism and community resilience.
Hosts deliver thoughtful, respectful interviews with diverse Jewish voices.

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"Who Are You and Why Are You in My Seat?" | An Exclusive Interview With Shai Davidai
Q: Why not invite anti-Zionists on your show?
He would not platform voices whose existence negates his own, though he welcomes conversations with those who strongly disagree on other issues; the distinction is principled and about safety of his audience and livelihood of the show.
"Who Are You and Why Are You in My Seat?" | An Exclusive Interview With Shai Davidai
Q: Who were you before you spoke out, and what changed to make you speak out publicly?
Prior to October 7, he was a reluctant public figure, but witnessing the on-campus and national reactions to the conflict made him realize that silence was no longer acceptable, leading to his viral advocacy.
"Who Are You and Why Are You in My Seat?" | An Exclusive Interview With Shai Davidai
Q: What kind of a Jew are you?
Shai describes himself as a work-in-progress Jew, balancing Jewish identity with atheism and integrating practices like Shabbat in a personal, non-conflicting way.
Queer Spaces Say "No Zionists Allowed." This Queer Activist Built a New One | Nate Shalev, Co-Founder of Shalom Dykes
Q: Nate Shalev, what kind of Jew are you?
The guest describes himself as a Jew who wants to create joyful Jewish spaces and to understand how Judaism and community fit together in inclusive ways.
The News Is Not Your Friend | Emmy-Nominated Journalist Jacki Karsh
Q: Can you explain the purpose and impact of the Karsh Journalism Fellowship?
The fellowship aims to empower journalists with the toolkit to report Jewish life accurately and independently, expanding the pool of voices and producing pieces that would not have been told otherwise, including work in major outlets like Bloomberg and ABC News.

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Listeners are drawn to in-depth conversations around anti-Semitism, Israel, and Jewish representation, often featuring activists, journalists, authors, and filmmakers who explore interfaith collaboration, civil rights, and cultural resilience. Episodes frequently center on real-world events (e.g., October 7) and the impact on communities, with guests offering practical calls to action for advocacy, media literacy, and community building. The show often blends scholarly insight with personal narratives, producing a thoughtful, civically engaged take on contemporary Jewish life and global Jewish issues. A notable strength is the breadth of guest backgrounds—from academia to media to faith leadership—providing multiple angles on complex topics... more

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2. Valerie Gerstein
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4. Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz
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6. Anila Ali
7. Rebecca Schgallis
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