#176 - Hen Mazzig

רוח מערבית - The Western Spirit

In this episode of The Western Spirit, we sat down with Israeli author and activist Hen Mazzig to discuss the alarming rise of antisemitism on social media and college campuses. We explored the need for innovative strategies to tackle this evolving hatred and stressed the importance of understanding the Mizrahi Jewish experience and the complexities of Jewish identity. Our conversation delved into the political landscape, including the role of the Democratic Party, and emphasized the necessity of depoliticizing antisemitism. We also examined the disturbing similarities between radical Islamists and radical progressives in their shared animosity toward Jews and Israel, as well as the puzzling alliances between groups with conflicting ideologies, like LGBTQ activists and Hamas supporters. Mazzig shared invaluable insights on the power of messaging in the fight against antisemitism, offering practical advice on how to engage in meaningful conversations and dispel misconceptions about Israel and Jews.