Gaza-born peace and human rights activist, Hamza Howidy, joins the Goy You Will Enjoy season to share his incredible story and commitment to fostering peace between Palestinians and Israelis.
In this episode, we hear the crazy, unfathomable stories of Hamza's escape from Hamas imprisonment and torture, how his family discovered a Hamas tunnel under their house, and much more.
Follow Hamza on X @HowidyHamza and on Instagram @hamzahowidyy
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda
04:56 Hamza's Gaza upbringing & the path to deradicalization
07:30 "I was an antisemite"
09:00 What is the current sentiment of Palestinians? Are polls accurate?
15:38 How was Hamza released after being imprisoned by Hamas?
16:40 How can Palestinians stand up to Hamas?
21:40 Hamza's recommended Pro-Palestinian organizations to support
23:03 Advice to Jewish people from Hamza
24:30 How has Hamza's perception of Jews change over time?
25:21 Margarita's experience at Israel Day Parade
30:00 Has Hamza been inside a Hamas tunnel?
32:54 Why did many Jews not support the second ceasefire deal?
35:40 Qatar's role in releasing Edan Alexander
38:00 Hamza's question to Margarita about anything Jewish
46:12 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
