Proudly Jewish

Sep 02 2024 30 ep. 45 mins
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As the Jewish world processes the October 7 massacre and the ensuing worldwide wave of antisemitism, we seek to understand what we have witnessed and to assess what it all means for us as Jews. We want to be aware of the risks and challenges around us and we also want to affirm our identity as Jews - members of an ancient faith and an ancient people whose homeland is the land of Israel.

This podcast features conversations on Israel and Jewish identity, hosted by Cantor Eyal Bitton of Congregation Neveh Shalom of Portland, Oregon.

To confront the challenges, obstacles, risks, and dangers in this changing world we must first assert that we are PROUDLY JEWISH.

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Empowering Zionist Rabbis & Their Communities - with Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt

Sep 02 2024 54 mins  
In this episode of Proudly Jewish: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity, Cantor Eyal Bitton welcomes Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt, the founding rabbi of Congregation B'nai Tzedek and the visionary leader behind the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition. Together, they explore the essential role of Zionist rabbis in shaping Jewish identity, supporting Israel, and uniting Jewish communities ac

Being Unapologetically Jewish & Zionist - with HILLEL FULD

Aug 27 2024 58 mins  
In this episode of Proudly Jewish: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity, Cantor Eyal Bitton hosts Hillel Fuld, a leading figure in the Israeli tech world and a passionate advocate for Israel and Jewish identity. Known for his unfiltered takes, Hillel dives deep into the state of Jewish pride, Zionism, and the alarming rise in global antisemitism.The conversation gets real as

Tackling Antisemitism at Harvard & Beyond - with SHABBOS KESTENBAUM

Aug 20 2024 58 mins  
In this episode, Eyal Bitton speaks with Shabbos Kestenbaum, who is suing Harvard for allowing and perpetuating antisemitism on campus.Shabbos Kestenbaum is a Harvard graduate who became a prominent voice against antisemitism in the aftermath of the October 7th attacks. Shabbos shares his unexpected journey from being a student to testifying before Congress and speaking at the Repu

They Know Anti-Zionism is Antisemitism

Aug 11 2024 15 mins  
Cantor Eyal Bitton illustrates how pro-Palestinian protestors often understand that anti-Zionism is, in fact, antisemitism. Bitton shows a few examples of pro-Palestinian activists proving this idea, in their own words or actions. ***The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of Congregation Neveh Shalom."PROUDLY JEWISH: Conversations on Israel and Jewish Identity" i

Antisemitism on Campus: Teaching the Holocaust Post Oct 7 - with Nancy Harrowitz

Aug 02 2024 56 mins  
Prof. Nancy Harrowitz, the Director of the Elie Wiesel Center for Jewish Studies at Boston University, joins Cantor Eyal Bitton to discuss the pressing issues of antisemitism on campus, exploring the steps taken to ensure student safety and how to evaluate schools for potential concerns. We also examine whether comparisons to pre-War Germany are alarmist or warranted, and discuss t

Why Jewish Pride is the Future - with Ben M. Freeman

Jul 24 2024 74 mins  
Ben M. Freeman is the visionary founder of the modern Jewish Pride movement. In "Why Jewish Pride is the Future," Freeman, an internationally renowned author and educator, shares his insights on Jewish identity, the rise of antisemitism, and the transformative power of Jewish Pride. Freeman's work, including his influential books "Jewish Pride: Rebuilding a People" and "Reclaiming

Fighting Antisemitism in K-12 - with CAMERA's Jany Finkielsztein

May 13 2024 56 mins  
Jany Finkielsztein, senior education analyst at the CAMERA Education Institute (Committee for Accuracy for Middle East Reporting and Analysis), joins Cantor Eyal Bitton to discuss the proliferation of antisemitism and anti-Zionism in K-12. Finkielsztein explores the ideology that permeates Ethnic Studies and "Liberated Ethnic Studies" and discusses why it fails to look at Jewish hi

Yom Ha'atzmaut Post Oct 7 - with Rabbi David Kosak & Rabbi Eve Posen

May 12 2024 59 mins  
Has October 7 cast a shadow on Yom Ha’atzmaut? In this episode of PROUDLY JEWISH, presented as a panel discussion at Congregation Neveh Shalom with Rabbi David Kosak, Rabbi Eve Posen, and Cantor Eyal Bitton, the three explore what lessons October 7 have taught us about the role Israel plays in our lives and about what Israel means to the Jewish people.The views expressed here do

Six Months After the Oct 7 Massacre

Apr 09 2024 24 mins  
Six months after the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust, Cantor Eyal Bitton reflects on the significance of October 7 and where we are now. He examines the Free Palestine protests and their impact, the Ceasefire Now campaign, the shift in American support for Israel, the rise in antisemitism, and what lies ahead.The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of E

Black Hebrew Israelites & Jews - with Charles Fain Lehman

Mar 29 2024 32 mins  
Kanye West has espoused views held by the Black Hebrew Israelites. When basketball star Kyrie Irving was suspended for refusing to apologize for antisemitism, Black Hebrew Israelites came to his defence in large numbers outside the Barclay Center. Charles Fain Lehman is Cantor Eyal Bitton's guest as they explore the questions: What do the Black Hebrew Israelites believe? Should Jew