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On the Nose

Jewish Currents
Gaza
Zionism
Israel
Palestine
Jewish Identity
Jewish Currents
Israel-Palestine Conflict
Palestinian Liberation
Palestinian Rights
Anti-Zionism
New York City
Zohran Mamdani
United States
Hamas
Antisemitism
Holocaust
Jeffrey Epstein
Hindu Nationalism
Israeli Religious Left
Arab-Jewish Identity

On the Nose is a biweekly podcast by Jewish Currents, a magazine of the Jewish left founded in 1946. The editorial staff discusses the politics, culture, and questions that animate today’s Jewish left.

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On April 29th in London, an attacker stabbed a Muslim acquaintance before traveling to the largely Jewish neighborhood of Golders Green and stabbing two Jewish men at random. This was only the latest in a string of attacks on Jews, synagogues, or oth... more

Harriet Clark comes from a long line of radicals. Her ancestors were gun runners in Minsk. Her grandparents were active members of the Communist Party USA, and the family moved to Moscow for a time, where her grandfather wrote for the Daily Worker. H... more

After more than ten years as the rabbi of the anti-Zionist synagogue Tzedek Chicago, Rabbi Brant Rosen is stepping down. On this episode of On the Nose, Rosen speaks with editor-in-chief of Jewish Currents, Arielle Angel—who after eight years is also... more

On this episode of On the Nose, Jewish Currents editor-in-chief Arielle Angel, publisher Daniel May, editor-at-large Peter Beinart, and advisory board member Simone Zimmerman answered listener questions about what accountability looks like for US rab... more

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Recent Guests

Brendan McGeever
Co-director, Birkbeck Institute for the Study of Antisemitism, University of London
Birkbeck, University of London
Episode: The Wrong Way to Fight Antisemitism in Britain
Em Hilton
Jewish organizer and strategist, co-founder of Na'amod
Na'amod, UK Jews Against Israeli Occupation and Apartheid
Episode: The Wrong Way to Fight Antisemitism in Britain
Harriet Clark
Writer, author of The Hill
Episode: The Hill
Brant Rosen
Founding rabbi of Congregation Tzedek Chicago and co-founder of the Jewish Voice for Peace Rabbinical Council
Congregation Tzedek Chicago, Jewish Voice for Peace Rabbinical Council
Episode: Exit Interview
Peter Beinart
Editor-at-large
Jewish Currents
Episode: Mailbag #3 — Live!
Izz al-Din Mustafa
Co-executive director of Adalah Justice Project
Adalah Justice Project
Episode: The Right Is Capturing the Online Palestine Conversation
Stefanie Fox
Executive director of Jewish Voice for Peace
Jewish Voice for Peace
Episode: The Right Is Capturing the Online Palestine Conversation
Narges Bajoghli
Anthropologist and associate professor of Middle East studies at Johns Hopkins University; author
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: The Fault Lines Shattering the Iranian Diaspora
Manijeh Moradian
Author and professor of women's gender and sexuality studies at Barnard College; feminist anti-war activist
Barnard College
Episode: The Fault Lines Shattering the Iranian Diaspora

Hosts

Arielle Angel
Editor-in-Chief of Jewish Currents
Alex Kane
Senior Reporter with Jewish Currents

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 653 ratings
  • The only podcast I listen to religiously

    You don’t need to be a religious Jew to make listening to this your practice. Episodes are always insightful and well-curated, with Arielle acting as a steady guide. I will be happy when they finally decide to change the image, but that’s my only gripe!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dinnerforyou
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent coverage of a wide range of subjects that are important to me

    I started listening for podcasts about Jewish subjects that only On the Nose covered but before long I found that Jewish Currents is the most reliable and accessible news source available to me for in-depth responses to the news in general

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ןןאקס
    United States3 months ago
  • Informative and Thought Provoking

    Appreciate the ideas and discussions that are brought up each episode. Even if I initially disagree with a point, they will explain so I understand it more and will question my initial perspective. I love how they just really dive into the complexity of current issues and have voices from various backgrounds speaking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bathurst98
    Canada6 months ago
  • Life preserver for Jews working in Jewish orgs

    This is a wonderful and essential podcast! I am always excited for the new pod to drop because it’s almost always about something I’m thinking about! Especially grateful for Arielle’s recent commentary on the terrible Candace O./Norman F. conversation. I searched for good commentary about it because it was such a train wreck, but the only thoughtful response (and almost only response at all) was On the Nose. Thank you!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shannonsport
    United States6 months ago
  • Essential Voices in Liberal Jewish Life

    On The Nose is consistently informative and thought-provoking. It brings some of the most important voices in the liberal Jewish community, offering perspectives canceled by mainstream Jewish media.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Summer Westerbur
    United States8 months ago

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Audiences often comment on the quality of guests and the diversity of opinions presented, enhancing the podcast's offerings.
Listeners appreciate the informative and thought-provoking discussions on critical contemporary issues.
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There are notable mentions of the podcast being a vital resource for those engaged with Jewish social justice movements.

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#232
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#206
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Apple Podcasts
#247
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#104
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#149
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#151
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Talking Points

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The Hill
Q: What is the alternative vision of justice that you are reaching for in the book, and also that you would have wanted in your own life?
The guest describes identifying as an abolitionist who envisions a society where institutions like prisons are not the default but are replaced by structures that support care, responsibility, and collective well-being, emphasizing that change comes from those affected shaping new systems rather than simply dismantling old ones.
America’s Threat to the World
Q: Is the trajectory of American power inevitable, or could restraint or different domestic coalitions alter this path?
Bali argues that while restraint has existed in various forms historically, the contemporary trajectory appears driven by structural incentives toward coercion and the diminishing influence of liberal consensus. She suggests that meaningful restraint would require forces outside the current US system and a broader domestic coalition aligned with constitutional and multilateral principles.
America’s Threat to the World
Q: So how do we talk about what has changed in the way America relates to other countries under Donald Trump without sanitizing that shift?
Asli Bali explains that the difference is not only in policy choices but in the explicit rejection of multilateral constraints and international law, while acknowledging that some continuity remains in the coercive character of power. The domestic and international engines of power have both shifted toward a more transactional, coercive model, with less emphasis on universally shared norms.
What the Soldiers Did in Gaza
Q: What does it mean for the future of Israeli society?
The prospects for reversing the radicalization and addressing the humanization of Palestinians require deep changes in education, political discourse, and public understanding of the occupation.
What the Soldiers Did in Gaza
Q: What does accountability actually look like?
Accountability involves international investigations, focusing on high-ranking officials responsible for commands rather than foot soldiers, and necessitating a broader understanding of the military's actions and political decisions.

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Focused on the political and cultural issues surrounding the Jewish left, this podcast engages with contemporary topics that resonate deeply within the community. Episodes feature thought-provoking discussions that tackle themes such as Jewish identity, anti-Zionism, social justice, and intersectionality. The unique aspect of this podcast lies in its ability to merge personal narratives with broader political discourse, allowing listeners to glean insights into both individual and collective experiences of the Jewish left in a rapidly changing political landscape, making it a compelling listen for those interested in critical discussions about identity and activism.

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2. Em Hilton
3. Harriet Clark
4. Brant Rosen
5. Peter Beinart
6. Izz al-Din Mustafa
7. Stefanie Fox
8. Narges Bajoghli

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