15. Scott Jacobsen on the Importance of Journalism plus Navigating Global Conflicts with Humanistic Values

"Peace is more than just the absence of war. Peace requires respect for the worth and dignity of our fellow human beings, tolerance among individuals, and harmony within each person."  Humanist International's Oslo Declaration on PeaceThis week, AJ and Mark tackle Humanist perspectives on global conflicts  such as the current Israel-Palestine crisis and the role of religion in exacerbating or potentially resolving this deep-seated conflict. Our interview with journalist Scott Jacobson, whose boots on the ground in Ukraine bring a raw, provided an evidence-based angle to our discourse and demonstrates the critical role of informed journalism in shaping societal discourse. Join us on this exploration, amplify the conversation, and help shape a more humane approach to the global stage.Episode References:HUK: Statement on the Middle EastHumanist International Statement on Russian Invasion of UkraineAbout Scott Douglas Jacobsen:🔗In-Sight Publishing Ⓜ️Follow Scott on Medium📖Interview Series at Good Men Project 📧 [email protected]'s references:Monty Python Live at the Hollywood BowlModel UNtiktok: Scott Jacobsen in Mykolaiv, Ukraine via @remuscerneaofficialUnited States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF)  Abdul Waheed & Mubarak BalaSend us Fan MailSupport the showSupport Humanism Now & Join Our Community!Follow @HumanismNowPod | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | Threads | X.com | BlueSkyHumanism Now is produced by Humanise Live a podcast production agency based in London, serving charities, companies, and individuals across the globe.Contact us to get starting in podcasting today at humanise.live or [email protected]: Blossom by Light PrismPodcast transcripts are AI-generated and may contain errors or omissions. They are provided to make our content more accessible, but should not be considered a fully accurate record of the conversation.