The Diaspora Radio
by Samantha
Join hosts Sam & Rae as they discuss everything related to Judaism and Israel! Whether it is explaining the Jewish holidays, how to convert to Judaism or coverage of anti-Semitic attacks, they have you covered. New episodes are released every Sunday. Be sure to follow @TheDiasporaRadio on Instagram, Facebook, and check out "The Diaspora Radio" on Youtube as well to keep up to date.
Episodes
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Episode 15: Interview with Meyer and Isaac of "The Two Tall Jews Show" and "On This Day in Jewish History".
In episode 15 of The Diaspora Radio Podcast, we had the opportunity to interview Meyer and Isaac of “The Two Tall Jews Show” and “On This Day In Jewish History”. These two friends met on a Hasbara Israel trip and have made it their mission to educate people about the history of Jewish people - a...
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Episode 14: Interview with Jake Reznik about the persecution of Uyghur Muslims in China.
Do you know about the persecution of Uyghur Muslims in China? Or the technology that China is using to surveil the Uyghur people in order to detain them? This interview is with Jake Reznik, an Israel advocate and human rights champion, who has taken on the task of standing up for a people who are...
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Episode 13: A Brief History of Israel 1937-1947
The year is 1939, WWI has just broken out and Jews are trying to escape to British Mandated Palestine to avoid persecution. However, the British had passed the 1939 White Paper to appease the Arab population which prohibited Jewish entry into the land. What were the Jews to do? This episode…
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Episode 12: Interview with Julia Bendis of @matchbyjulia
In episode 12 we had the privilege of meeting Julia Bendis of @matchbyJulia! Not only is Julia a real life matchmaker (anyone looking for a soul mate?) she is also the author of “No Smiling Allowed” a book about growing up Jewish in the former Soviet Union. We were able to discuss with Julia:...
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Episode 11: Interview with Benny Lewis IDF Sharpshooter
In this episode of The Diaspora Radio Podcast we interview Canadian tactical firearms instructor, Benny Lewis of http://bennylewis.ca. Benny discusses with us: - How he became an IDF sharpshooter - What it was like to be stationed within Judea/Samaria and what Judea/Samaria is actually like…
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Episode 10: Interview with The Pew Pew Jew (Yehuda Remer) Part 2
Welcome to part 2 of our interview with @ThePewPewJew, Yehuda Remer! This week we discuss: - Raising strong Jewish children. - Why Jews do not have a victim mentality. - How to show your Jewish pride. You can connect with Yehuda on his website: https://www.yehudaremer.com Or on social at:...
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Episode 9: Interview with The Pew Pew Jew (Yeduda Remer) Part 1
This exciting interview is with Yehdua Remer, also known as "The Pew Pew Jew" on Instagram. Yehuda is an observant Jew, a staunch 2A right supporter, family man, and an advocate for Jews learning how to protect themselves. In this episode we discuss: Why Yehuda and his family left California for...
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A Brief History of Israel from 1880-1930
In this episode we discuss the history of Israel from the First Aliyah (1880) to 1930's world economy crash and the rise of Hitler. This time period is crucial in explaining how tensions between Arabs and Jews changed, as well as how Britain went from being a friend of the Jewish Zionist movement...
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The Brief History of the Jewish Connection to Israel
This week we looked at the history of the Jewish peoples connection to Israel beginning with G-d's promise to Abraham, and ending with the First Aliyah (1882). Important takeaways from this episode include: Judaism's Indigenous connection to Israel. Jews constituting an oppressed minority ,within...
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Can campus antisemitism lead to violence? A conversation about Sam's experiences.
Warning: This episode contains violence. In this episode Rae asks Sam about her campus Antisemitism experiences including dealing with Students For Justice in Palestine (SPHR), and being assaulted for supporting Israel. Included in our show notes is a guide to combating campus antisemitism.…
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Real Talk: So You Want to Convert to Judaism?
Interested in converting to Judaism but don't know where to begin? This week we delve into Jewish conversions and answer such questions as: what is the difference between converting Reform, Conservative, and Orthodox? What is a Beit Din and what kind of questions do they ask? We also have a...
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What your Jewish friend wants you to know
Have you ever heard, "you don't look Jewish!" from someone trying to compliment you? In this episode we have an open conversation delving deep into things that non-Jews, and more specifically, non-Jewish friends have said to us (or lack there of) that has been insensitive. If you have ever...
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Special Episode: Interview with our Video Producer Kline Kaufer
Join us as we welcome the newest member to The Diaspora Radio podcast, Kline Kaufer! Kline majored in Mass Communication (Electronic Media) with a minor in History and will be producing our upcoming videos. We wanted to share Kline's story with you as his upbringing differs from ours in his…
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What is Jewish Pride?
This episode goes in depth into our definition of "Jewish Pride". We touch on the history of the Jewish religion, Jewish Indigneity, Zionism, Israel, and how to stand up against Anti-Semitism. We hope that this episode inspires you to wear your Judaism proudly not just one day a year, but every...
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Where has Jewish pride gone?
Welcome back to Diaspora Radio! This is the first episode with our new format and co-host Rae. Today we have a discussion on Jewish pride, with everyone condemning/taking responsibility for global racism, why is it still okay to attack Jews? Follow us on all social media @TheDiasporaRadio on...
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Jews: Are we caught up in a political tug of war?
Do you ever feel like you are the scapegoat by the extreme left and right on the political spectrum because you are Jewish? What can you do about it? Tune in to find out!
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Should Jews build a prayer site on their holiest site- the modern Day Temple Mount?
Topic for discussion today is whether or not the Jews should build a place of prayer on their holiest site - the modern Day Temple Mount? Let me know your thoughts on social media, just search @TheDiasporaRadio on social! For show resources please see @TheDiasporaRadio on Facebook, and if you or...
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I’m back! Jewish holidays, Fox News, and Canadian Elections!
After a brief hiatus I am back with some exciting news! Join me as we take a look into Shemini Atzeret + Simchat Torah, a controversial Fox News article about a Nazi prison guard, and the Canadian elections happening tomorrow (October 21, 2019) and who you should vote for!
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The boycotters boycotted? And my big news!
My thoughts on the American anti-Israel democratic congresswomen being banned from Israel, is Israel within its right to ban boycotters? Stayed tuned for my big news on running as a delegate in the World Zionist Congress!
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How Anti-Semitic Rhetoric Leads to Violence Part 1
This episode covers how the rise of modern day anti-Semitism, and how it leads to violence and murder of Jews and Israelis, as well as Jewish Indigenous Rights to the land of Israel. Sources used in this podcast are: 1....
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Anti-Semitic Assaults in Canada over Shabbat, and BDS coming to a middle school near you!
News update from Friday August 2-5: Three separate assaults on Jews over the course of Shabbat in Canada, BDS movement is being pushed in American middle school and high school, what can we do about it as adults?
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Saying Goodbye to “The Israel Project”.
News update from Friday August 2, 2019: Learning the unfortunate news that the Israel advocacy organization, “The Israel Project” will be closing its doors and why this should be an awakening for people divided by their differing political opinions.
About this show
Join hosts Sam & Rae as they discuss everything related to Judaism and Israel! Whether it is explaining the Jewish holidays, how to convert to Judaism or coverage of anti-Semitic attacks, they have you covered. New episodes are released every Sunday. Be sure to follow @TheDiasporaRadio on Instagram, Facebook, and check out "The Diaspora Radio" on Youtube as well to keep up to date.
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