Jewish Crossroads: Jewish Identity in Times of Crisis
Renowned Israeli journalist Tamar Ish Shalom will embark on a journey to engage with leaders and key figures in American Jewry to analyze how the war in Israel is reshaping American Jewish identity. Together, they will explore the challenges and opportunities facing American Jews and what the future holds for their relationship with Israel, especially against the backdrop of political developments in both the U.S. and Israel.
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Podcasting since 2025 • 17 episodes
Jewish Crossroads: Jewish Identity in Times of Crisis
Latest Episodes
“MAGA leftist”, Batya Ungar-Sargon on Jew-Hatred
In this episode, Tamar Ish Shalom sits down with journalist and commentator Batya Ungar-Sargon, whose journey from progressive to outspoken critic of “woke” culture has made her one of the most provocative voices in American political discourse...
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Episode 16
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Biden, Harris, and the Middle East: Behind the Scenes with Ilan Goldenberg
In this episode of Jewish Crossroads, Tamar is joined by Ilan Goldenberg, Senior Vice President and Chief Policy Officer at J Street. Goldenberg served in both the Obama and Biden administrations and has a profound understanding of Israel, the ...
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Episode 15
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52:36
First Female Orthodox Rabbi Tackles Antisemitism Post-October 7th
In this episode of Jewish Crossroads, Tamar sits down with Rabbi Sara Hurwitz — trailblazer, teacher, and one of the most courageous voices reshaping the boundaries of modern Orthodoxy. From a young age, Rabbi Hurwitz felt called to public serv...
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Episode 15
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46:40
The Voice That Rose After October 7 – Dr. Mijal Bitton
In this episode of Jewish Crossroads, Tamar speaks with Dr. Mijal Bitton — scholar, spiritual leader, and one of the clearest voices to cut through the fog of antisemitism after October 7. In the wake of atrocity, as places that once stood for ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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30:55
Iranians After War, "The Soul of a Society" with Roya Hakakian
In this episode of Jewish Crossroads, Tamar speaks with Roya Hakakian, the acclaimed Jewish Iranian-American writer, journalist, and poet. While the headlines say "ceasefire," nothing truly feels at rest. Tensions between Israel and the Iranian...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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