
Tensions Transplanted – Season 2: As Australia heads into one of the tightest federal elections on record, The Jewish Independent investigates the rising impact of antisemitism and racism in political discourse. Hosted by podcaster and radio producer Rob Kaldor, this season features in-depth analysis from journalists and expert contributors, offering sharp insights into how these tensions are shap... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 9 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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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 Au... more
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 amon... more
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 S... more
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.
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In this podcast, Rob Kaldor uncritically platforms someone who has been engaging in an online campaign of racially motivated abuse, harassment and targeting of myself and other women. This includes dozens of posts referring to my family, and making violent memes of me being attacked and on a train to concentration camps. The podcast calls this person a “strong woman” and promotes her social media.
Platforming this behaviour is antithetical to respectful debate, and makes many Jews and others u... more
I really appreciated this podcast. Rob personalises and humanises the troubling and surprising experiences that Jewish people in Australia have had since October 7, and illuminates the scary, creeping tide of antisemitism.
Excellent podcast series exploring the troubling tensions and antisemitism in Australia. Well done
Well presented and explained. Recommend
Rob’s on the money! Well produced and insightful! I hope it gets a broad audience!
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Focused on the complex interplay of antisemitism and political discourse in Australia, this series engages with current events, particularly during significant electoral moments. Conversations include insights from journalists, politicians, and community voices discussing the effects of rising antisemitism amid heightened political tensions. Additionally, the narrative explores how personal experiences and public challenges shape collective perspectives on identity within the Jewish community in Australia. Its unique angle combines lived experiences with analytical discussions to reflect the broader societal implications of current events.
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Recent guests on Tensions Transplanted include:
1. Dr. Josh Roose
2. Sheikh Wasim Sharqawi
3. Zoe Daniel
4. Julie Szego
5. Michael Visontay
6. Deborah Stone
7. Dean Sherr
8. Allegra Spender
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