When Loyalty Meets Conscience: A Jewish American Reckons with Israel & Guest Dr. Erela Portugaly

This week, host Ian Heller does something he's long been afraid to do — publicly challenge Israel's conduct in Gaza, even at the risk of losing family and friends. Ian is joined by Dr. Erela Portugaly, Professor of Sociology at City College of New York and an Israeli citizen, whose ground-level perspective cuts through the noise of expert commentary. Drawing on her own experience living through October 7th from abroad while her family sheltered near the Nova Festival, Dr. Portugaly explores the trauma of Arab-Israelis, the psychological roots of the conflict, and what a realistic path toward peace might actually require.