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Don't Know Much About with Naya Lekht

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Anti-Semitism
Anti-Zionism
Ethnic Studies
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Jewish Identity
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K-12 Education
BDS Movement
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Jewish Advocacy
Conservatism
Jewish Leadership
Iranian Culture
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October 7th
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Jewish Culture
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Don't Know Much About is a show devoted to unpacking contentious topics--to clarify the complex and empower people to understand historical and political events.

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On this episode of Don’t Know Much About, Dr. Naya Lekht traces how antizionism took root on American campuses, beginning with student activism in the early 2000s and becoming institutionalized through recurring campaigns such as Israel Apartheid Wee... more

Antizionism has been described as a hate movement, as a form of anti-Jewish bigotry, and, as I argue, the third era of Jew-hatred. But it can also be understood as one of the most powerful social movements of our time. Powerful not only in its reach,... more

Journalist Kevin Deutch and founder of the Jewish watchdog Substack AFTER OCTOBER 7, joins Naya Lekht for a conversation about what happened to journalism, and why it matters now more than ever.

As antizionism exploded across American streets, colle... more

What does it mean to live with conviction when the cost is prison, isolation, and the full weight of a totalitarian regime? 

On this episode of Don’t Know Much About, I have the profound honor of speaking with Natan Sharansky, former Soviet dissiden... more

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Natan Sharansky
Former Soviet dissident, human rights activist, and prominent figure in the Jewish community
Chair of ISGAP and Combat Antisemitism Movement
Episode: To Live with Conviction: A Conversation with Natan Sharansky
Ali Siadatan
CEO of a consultancy and expert in Iranian history and politics, speaker on religious geopolitics.
The Consultancy
Episode: The Islamic Republic vs. the Iranian People with Ali Siadatan
Professor Marat Grinberg
Professor of Russian and humanities at Reed College in Portland, Oregon, and author focusing on Soviet Jewry.
Reed College
Episode: My Family Read That Too! The Soviet Jewish Bookshelf
Michael Gamal
Former anti-Zionist activist and host of the Coptic Cave Podcast
Coptic Cave Podcast
Episode: Inside the Anti-Israel Cult: Michael's Story
Natalya Murakhver
Filmmaker and co-founder of Restore Childhood, a nonprofit aimed at empowering parents in guiding their children's education and health.
Restore Childhood
Episode: When the State Took the Classroom: The Story Behind 15 Days
Sarah Ettedgui
Senior corporate and mergers and acquisition lawyer, advocate on issues at the intersection of law, anti-Semitism and contemporary Jewish affairs.
Director of Erasing Hate
Episode: Illegal on Paper, Ignored in Practice: Jews and the Enforcement Gap
Eylon Levy
Former spokesman for the State of Israel.
Spokes Office
Episode: Heroes, Villains, and Speaking for a Nation with Eylon Levy
Sam J. Hyde
A young thought leader from South Africa and columnist for The Jerusalem Post.
Jewish People Policy Institute and The Jerusalem Post
Episode: Born in the West: The Hidden Origins of Today’s Anti-Western Movements
Leyb Ejdelman
Survivor of anti-Zionist purges in Poland, currently living in Montreal, Canada.
Episode: Antisemitism Was Illegal and Poland Purged Its Jews: The 1967 Story

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Naya Lekht
Host of a show focusing on unpacking contentious topics and providing thorough analyses of historical and political events, aiming to inform and empower listeners.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
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    Just discovered this podcast and am delighted to report that it is one of the more thoughtful podcasts that I’ve listened to. This is right up there with the podcasts of Haviv Rettig Gur and Dan Senor and is now on my “must listen to” podcasts.

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    United States3 months ago

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The show is seen as a necessary platform for tackling complex and often misunderstood topics in Jewish culture and identity.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful discussions and well-researched content, noting that it rivals other top thought-provoking podcasts.
Many find the blend of personal narratives and expert insights to be both engaging and enlightening.

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To Live with Conviction: A Conversation with Natan Sharansky
Q: Why do you think American Jews fail to connect anti-Zionism and antisemitism?
Many American Jews confuse criticism of Israel with criticism of the existence of the state, not recognizing that anti-Zionism targets Jewish identity and sovereignty.
To Live with Conviction: A Conversation with Natan Sharansky
Q: How does Israel see anti-Zionism?
Israel takes anti-Zionism seriously as a threat to Jewish safety and is increasingly recognizing its responsibility for Jews everywhere.
To Live with Conviction: A Conversation with Natan Sharansky
Q: Can you tell me about your involvement with the underground Zionist movement?
I started studying together with some others in the underground after the Six-Day War in 1967, realizing that the world connects Jews to Israel closely.
My Family Read That Too! The Soviet Jewish Bookshelf
Q: What is the main discovery or argument would you say in your book?
The book argues for a richer understanding of Soviet Jewish identity, emphasizing the imaginative ways Soviet Jews maintained their identity through literature despite repression.
Inside the Anti-Israel Cult: Michael's Story
Q: How did October 7th affect your perspective on the Palestinian cause?
Initially, I dug my heels in and began to defend my people, but I later realized the extremism and violence inherent in the ideology I was supporting.

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