Welcome to the Voice For Freedom Podcast, a podcast by ARISE. In this episode, host Simeon Myers and co-host Calev Myers delve into the complexities of Israel's borders, the situation in Gaza, and the narratives surrounding apartheid and international law. They discuss the historical context of Israel's claims to territory, the challenges faced by Palestinians, and the implications of the Abraham Accords. The conversation also touches on the role of the UN and the impact of public opinion on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, emphasizing the need for moral obligations and solutions that benefit both peoples.
Outline:
00:33 International Law and Israel's Borders, with clip from Natasha Hausdorff
03:10 The Complexities of Sovereignty and Citizenship
05:45 The Situation in Gaza and Potential Solutions
08:24 Addressing Apartheid Claims and Palestinian Rights
11:14 The Role of Arab States and International Community
14:03 Moral Obligations and the Future of Israeli-Palestinian Relations
16:45 The Impact of Global Perception on Israel's Actions
19:42 Cultural Identity and Radicalization in Immigrant Communities
28:35 The Dynamics of Middle Eastern Peace Agreements
30:37 Shifts in Regional Alliances and Military Cooperation
33:30 The Battle of Ideals: Western Civilization vs. Radicalism
36:27 The Role of the UN and Lawfare in Global Politics
43:08 Understanding the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, with clip from Natasha Hausdorff
49:27 The Importance of Rule of Law and Western Values
Hosts:
Simeon Myers: Residing in the US, Simeon oversees ARISE's day-to-day operations and initiatives. Prior to pivoting with his brother to the ARISE initiative, Simeon served alongside Calev as Executive Director for the Jerusalem Institute of Justice. A bit of a renaissance man, Simeon owned and operated a jewelry design and manufacturing company in his early life. He has been a singer/songwriter with television placement, a poker professional, and currently works in film production/directing. If you can’t reach Simeon, he’s probably out on a mountain stream fly fishing.
Calev Myers: Besides Calev’s career as an attorney in one of Israel’s leading law firms, Calev is a serial social entrepreneur. Before pivoting his efforts to ARISE, Calev founded and ran the Jerusalem Institute of Justice, through which he represented religious minorities in Israel, leading to over 30 Supreme Court victories. He also spearheaded campaigns to bring awareness and change legislation on behalf of marginalized communities in Israel, specifically lone soldiers and victims of human trafficking.
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