36 Minutes on Antisemitism
by Omar Mohammed
Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is an interactive bi-monthly podcast that explores the contemporary dynamics of antisemitism across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. This series engages with practitioners, policymakers, and scholars dedicated to studying and combating antisemitism. Through a free-of-edit format, the podcast allows guest speakers to elaborate on the latest trends and insights in antisemitism, fostering a deep and nuanced understanding of its manifestations and challenges. Each 36-minute episode aims to enlighten listeners on the complexities of antisemitism, promoting informed dialogue and action. Join us monthly for an essential exploration of the current state of antisemitism as we seek to contribute to a more informed and equitable global discourse. Produced by The Program on Extremism at George Washington University Host: Dr. Omar Mohammed Research Team: Natalie Fontana Jake Gilstrap Cynt
Episodes
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Final Episode of the Series
In the final episode of 36 Minutes on Antisemitism, the podcast concludes with a critical conversation that reflects on one of the most contested and unresolved issues in higher education today: the intersection of antisemitism and campus-based intersectional politics.Dr. Bruce Hoffman—Senior...
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Educating Against Antisemitism
Featuring Dr. David Hirsh, Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Goldsmiths, University of London, and Founding Director of the London Centre for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism.What does it really mean to educate against antisemitism in a polarized, ideologically charged academic environment?In...
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The Campus Speech Dilemma
Featuring Michael J. Feuer, Dean of the Graduate School of Education and Human Development at The George Washington University.What happens when campus protest slogans cross into hate speech? Where is the boundary between legitimate criticism of Israel and antisemitism? And what role should...
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Security, Policy, and Campus
Episode 2: The Role of Administrations and Policies in Combating Campus AntisemitismSeason 5 Finale – Episode 2In this second installment of our Season 5 finale series, we speak with Elizabeth Neumann — Former DHS Assistant Secretary for Counterterrorism — about the growing challenge of...
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Campus Climate Report
Season Finale | 36 Minutes on AntisemitismSeason 5, Episode 1:Campus Climate Report: Assessing Antisemitism in Higher EducationJoin us for the highly anticipated season finale of 36 Minutes on Antisemitism, featuring Professor John Strawson, a leading expert on Middle East policy, particularly…
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The Culture of Online Antisemitism
In this episode of 36 Minutes on Antisemitism, I speak with Tal-Or Cohen Montemayor about the evolving nature of online antisemitism. We explore how digital platforms have become fragile environments for the spread of hate speech and attacks on Jewish heritage. Our conversation explores the role...
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Free Speech and Hate Speech
Featuring Guilherme Canela Godoi, Chief of the Section of Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists at UNESCO, and Canela De Souza Godoi Join a nuanced discussion on navigating free speech while addressing hate speech online.
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Anonymity and Accountability
Featuring Dave Rich, Head of Policy at the Community Security Trust Delve into the complexities of balancing anonymity and accountability in the fight against antisemitism.
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E4S2: Monitoring Hate in the Digital Shadows
Beyond the visible platforms, antisemitic activity festers in the dark corners of the internet—on encrypted apps, forums, and the deep web. Eran Benedek discusses the tools and techniques used to monitor these hidden spaces, the challenges of tracking hate in an ever-evolving digital landscape…
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S4E1: Antisemitism’s Spread on Social Networks
Featuring Oren Segal, Vice President of the Center on Extremism.Release Date: Monday, January 6thSocial media platforms have become powerful tools for communication but also breeding grounds for harmful ideologies, including antisemitism. In this episode, Oren Segal delves into how antisemitic...
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S3E4: Muslim Efforts to Combat Antisemitism with El Mehdi Boudra
In Episode 4 of Season 3 of 36 Minutes on Antisemitism, I spoke with El Mehdi Boudra, founder of the Mimouna Association, a Moroccan organization established in 2007 to preserve and promote the history of Morocco's ancient Jewish community. Mimouna works to educate Moroccans about Jewish culture...
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S3E3: The Role of Education in Shaping Antisemitism (UNESCO Perspective)
In Episode 3 of Season 3 of 36 Minutes on Antisemitism, I sat down with Karel Fracapane, Senior Program Specialist at UNESCO's Division for Peace and Sustainable Development, to explore the critical role of education in shaping perceptions of antisemitism. Together, we delved into strategies for...
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Historical Perspectives on Antisemitism in Islamic Societies
In this episode, we’re joined by German historian Matthias Küntzel to explore the historical dynamics of antisemitism in Islamic societies. Matthias sheds light on the complex history of Jewish-Muslim relations, examining how past events and narratives have shaped present-day attitudes. This...
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S3E1: Interfaith Dialogues and Addressing Antisemitism
In the first episode of Season Three: Antisemitism in the Islamic World, we sit down with Mina Abdelmalak, Arabic Audience Outreach Program Manager at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Mina shares her unique insights on the impact of Holocaust education in Arabic-speaking communities…
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S2E6: Confronting Antisemitism in France: A Conversation with Simone Rodan-Benzaquen
Following my discussion with Mathias Dreyfuss, Deputy Head of DILCRAH (the Interministerial Delegation for the Fight Against Racism, Antisemitism, and Anti-LGBT Hate), who provided the official French government perspective on the rise of antisemitism in France, I returned to Paris for a more...
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S2E5: Right-Wing Antisemitism in America
In this episode, I spoke with Jon Lewis, a Research Fellow at the Program on Extremism at George Washington University. Jon specializes in domestic terrorism, mainly focusing on the evolution of white supremacist and anti-government movements in the United States and the federal responses to…
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S2E4: Defeating Antisemitism
In this episode, I sat down with Michael Whine, MBE, a UK member of the European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) at the Council of Europe. We discussed the political strategies and challenges in combating antisemitism in Europe and the United Kingdom. Our conversation provides...
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S2E3: Securing Jewish Life
In this episode, I sat down with Mitchell D. Silber, the Executive Director of the Community Security Initiative based in New York. We discussed the pressing security concerns faced by Jewish communities across the United States in the wake of escalating antisemitism following recent attacks by...
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S2E2: Antisemitism in Italy
In this episode, I sit down with Gadi Luzzatto Voghera, director of the CDEC Foundation since 2016 and an esteemed historian specializing in contemporary Judaism and the modern age. We discuss the pressing issue of antisemitism in Italy, exploring its historical roots, current manifestations, and...
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S2E1: Antisemitism in Poland
I sat with Anna Zawadzka, an assistant professor at the Institute of Slavic Studies of the Polish Academy of Sciences and a member of The Center for Cultural and Literary Studies of Communism, to discuss the rise of antisemitism in Poland. Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism"...
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S1E6: Navigating Antisemitism in Academia
I sat with Tamara Berens from The Tikvah Fund to discuss the rise of Antisemitism in Academia. Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is an interactive bi-monthly podcast that explores the contemporary dynamics of antisemitism across the United States, Europe, and the Middle...
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S1E5: Antisemitism of the Left
I sat with Linda Maizels, a Senior Research Fellow at the Program on Extremism at George Washington University and author of "What is Antisemitism? A Contemporary Introduction", to discuss the rise of Antisemitism of the Left. Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is an...
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S1E4: Antisemitism in France (The Government Perspective)
I sat with Mathias DREYFUSS, the Deputy Director of the French Interministerial delegation for the fight against anti-Semitism, to discuss the recent surge of Antisemitism in France post-October 7th. Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is an interactive bi-monthly podcast…
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S1E3: Antisemitism in Germany
I sat with Dr. Felix Klein, the German Federal Government Commissioner for Jewish Life in Germany and the Fight against Antisemitism, to discuss the situation of Antisemitism in Germany and the role of his office in combating it. Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is an...
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S1E2: Antisemitism Post-Hamas Attack
I sat with Ludovic Hood, Senior Advisor to Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt, the U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, to discuss the rise of antisemitism following the Hamas terrorist attack on October 7th. Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is an interactive...
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S1E1: Antisemitism in Europe
In this episode, I discussed with Katharina von Schnurbein, the European Commission Coordinator on combating antisemitism, the rise of antisemitism in Europe, particularly post-Hamas terrorist attacks on southern Israel on October 7th. Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is…
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Why 36 Minutes on Antisemitism?
Why 36 Minutes on Antisemitism? Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is an interactive bi-monthly podcast that explores the contemporary dynamics of antisemitism across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. This series engages with practitioners, policymakers, and...
About this show
Hosted by Dr. Omar Mohammed, "36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is an interactive bi-monthly podcast that explores the contemporary dynamics of antisemitism across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. This series engages with practitioners, policymakers, and scholars dedicated to studying and combating antisemitism. Through a free-of-edit format, the podcast allows guest speakers to elaborate on the latest trends and insights in antisemitism, fostering a deep and nuanced understanding of its manifestations and challenges. Each 36-minute episode aims to enlighten listeners on the complexities of antisemitism, promoting informed dialogue and action. Join us monthly for an essential exploration of the current state of antisemitism as we seek to contribute to a more informed and equitable global discourse.
Produced by The Program on Extremism at George Washington University
Host: Dr. Omar Mohammed
Research Team:
Natalie Fontana
Jake Gilstrap
Cynt
Hosted by
Omar Mohammed