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What is Zionism?

What propelled a scattered and oppressed people to pursue a dream for independence, safety, belonging, and freedom? Let's learn about who these Jews were, from the elites with the big ideas to the everyday Jew who turned to Zionism out of necessity to escape the violent oppression of their home countries. 

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Ask Haviv Anythng

Podcast

Venerated Israeli journalist, educator, and speaker Haviv Rettig Gur, provides a depth to the history and lived experiences of Jews during the creation of the Zionist movement and the current lived experience of Israeli Jews. Episodes 4,8, and 10 will help gain an understanding of these humans and their experiences. 

Podcast

Noam Weissman's mission is to help people understand Israeli history with honesty and empathy for Jews, Israelis, and Palestinians. He covers some of the most complex and controversial topics with grace, respect, and passion. 

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Devoted to pluralism, Jewish thought, Israeli identity, research, and education the Shalom Hartman Institute is a power house of knowledge about a variety of topics related to all questions about Jewish, Israeli, and Zionist identities. They embrace hard questions, challenging conversations, and thought provoking ideas. 

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