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People of the PodAJC’s CEO Ted Deutch: Messages That Moved Me After the D.C. TragedyIn this episode about the week following the antisemitic murders of Israeli embassy employees Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, AJC CEO Ted Deutch shares how leaders and allies around the globe, as well as hostage families, despite their own state of grief, have reached out to offer comfort and condolences, and what we all must do to shape a new future for the Jewish people. Resources: What To Know About The Murder of Sarah Milgrim z"l and Yaron Lischinsky z"l in Washington, D.C. Listen – AJC Podcasts: The Forgotten Ex...2025-05-2915 min
People of the PodA United Front: U.S. Colleges and AJC Commit to Fighting Campus AntisemitismThis week, groups representing more than 1,600 colleges and universities pledged reforms to fight campus antisemitism—a major breakthrough in the effort to end anti-Jewish hatred and create campuses where Jewish students feel safe. In collaboration with American Jewish Committee (AJC), the groups urged the Trump administration to continue making the eradication of antisemitism a priority, but without endangering the research grants, academic freedom and institutional autonomy of America's colleges and universities. Here to discuss this collaboration are Sara Coodin, Director of Academic Affairs for AJC, and Ted Mitchell, president of the American Council on Education. *The views and...2025-05-0928 min
People of the PodGov. Josh Shapiro and AJC CEO Ted Deutch on Combating AntisemitismLast week, AJC CEO Ted Deutch traveled to Philadelphia to meet with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro for an in-depth discussion on combating antisemitism, ensuring the future vitality of Jewish communities in Pennsylvania and beyond, and addressing the challenges posed by rising political polarization both locally and nationally. “When it comes to antisemitism . . . there is no nuance. Antisemitism, bigotry, and hatred in all forms is not okay. Everyone in a position of public trust . . . has a responsibility to speak and act with moral clarity and speak out against it,” said Governor Shapiro. AJC is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. AJC...2024-12-2334 min
People of the PodBernard-Henri Lévy and AJC CEO Ted Deutch on How to Build a Resilient Jewish Future Post-October 7What lessons can be drawn from the post-October 7 era? Amid growing isolation and antisemitism, where do opportunities for hope and resilience lie for the Jewish people? In a compelling discussion, AJC CEO Ted Deutch and Bernard-Henri Lévy—renowned French philosopher, public intellectual, and author of Israel Alone—explore these critical questions. Guest-hosted by AJC Paris Director Anne-Sophie Sebban-Bécache, this conversation offers insight into the challenges Jewish communities face and the possibilities for a brighter future. Listen – AJC Podcasts: The Forgotten Exodus: with Hen Mazzig, Einat Admony, and more. People of the P...2024-12-1334 min
People of the PodThe DNC with AJC: What You Need to Know about the Democratic Party’s Israel PlatformThis week, on the sidelines of the Democratic National Convention, AJC hosted a program on Israel and the path to peace. Ambassador Thomas R. Nides, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Halie Soifer, CEO of the Jewish Democratic Council of America, and Illinois Congressman Brad Schneider (D-IL) joined us for the conversation. AJC’s chief policy officer, Jason Isaacson, who is also the head of AJC's recently launched Center for a New Middle East, was moderating the program. AJC hosted a similar program on the sidelines of the Republican National Convention last month in Milwaukee. *The views and...2024-08-2219 min
People of the PodWhat Does it Mean to be a Jewish American Hero? A Jewish American Heritage Month Conversation with AJC CEO Ted DeutchAJC CEO Ted Deutch reflects on Jewish American Heritage Month, highlighting the historical contributions of Jewish Americans and discussing the concept of heroism in the face of rising antisemitism. Ted also shares what it means to be a hero today, especially in the wake of 10/7, and who he considers to be among his own heroes. Episode Lineup: (0:40) Ted Deutch Show Notes: Learn more: Join AJC in Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month Quiz: Test your knowledge of the rich culture and heritage of the Jewish people and their many contributions to...2024-05-1020 min
People of the PodA Look Back: AJC’s Award-Winning “Remembering Pittsburgh” SeriesListen to this compilation of our award-winning series Remembering Pittsburgh, exploring how the horrific shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue affected the Jewish community in Pittsburgh, the U.S., and around the world. In the four-part series, we take listeners behind the scenes of how the Pittsburgh Jewish community continues to rebuild and honor the lives lost on October 27, 2018. The anniversary came during the same month as the most lethal attack on Jews since the Holocaust: Hamas' October 7 massacre of Israelis. Rising antisemitism has led to the murder of Jews around the world, from Pittsburgh, to...2024-04-0431 min
People of the PodWhat Happens Next: AJC’s Avital Leibovich on the Hostage Deal and Challenges AheadFrom the frontlines of the Israel-Hamas War, Lt. Col. (res.) Avital Leibovich, director of AJC Jerusalem, joins us to discuss the current pause in fighting between Israel and the terror group Hamas, the release of hostages, the significance of international support for Israel, and the challenges the Jewish state faces in the West Bank. Leibovich also provides insights into the humanitarian conditions of the hostages and the broader implications of the conflict. Take action to bring all hostages home now. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position o...2023-11-3019 min
People of the PodRemembering Pittsburgh Part 4: AJC CEO Ted Deutch On the Jewish Community’s Resilience After Pittsburgh and Hamas AttacksAJC CEO Ted Deutch joins us to discuss the significance of the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting at the Tree of Life and its aftermath, the anniversary, and what it means to Jews around the world after the October 7 attack on Israel, when once again Jews were murdered just for being Jewish. In the final episode of the Remembering Pittsburgh series, Ted reflects on what being Jewish in the United States feels like at this moment, and how the Jewish community is uniting to overcome yet another challenge. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not...2023-10-2719 min
People of the PodIsraeli President Isaac Herzog in Conversation with AJC CEO Ted DeutchSince his election by the Knesset in 2021, Israeli President Isaac Herzog has used his position as a platform to try to mend the social fabric of the Jewish state. At AJC Global Forum 2023 in Tel Aviv, Herzog sat down with AJC CEO Ted Deutch to discuss key issues, including judicial reform, Israel-Diaspora relations, and the importance of the Abraham Accords. Herzog ends his discussion with an important message for today’s youth. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position of AJC. ____ Episode Lineup: (0:40) Isaa...2023-06-2917 min
People of the PodTwo Ukrainian Refugees Reflect on Escaping War, and Life in Israel– Live from AJC Global Forum 2023Margo Vdovichenko and Diana Buchman, both refugees of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, have found new lives in Israel. Margo, a student from Kyiv, now plans to attend medical school, while Diana, a single mother, bravely shielded her sons during their escape from Odessa. Recorded live at AJC Global Forum 2023, this moving conversation captures their journey and adjustment to life in Israel. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position of AJC. ____ Episode Lineup: (0:40) Margo Vdovichenko and Diana Buchman ____ Show Not...2023-06-1515 min
People of the PodFrom Israel: AJC’s Avital Leibovich Breaks Down Latest Gaza EscalationIn a special breaking news edition, Lt. Col. (res.) Avital Leibovich, director of AJC Jerusalem, joins us to break down Israel’s Operation Shield and Arrow and the threat posed by the Iranian-backed terror group Palestinian Islamic Jihad, which has fired over 500 rockets towards Israel since Tuesday. Leibovich also provides an update on how Israelis are coping with the latest escalation and efforts being made towards a ceasefire. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position of AJC. ___ Episode Lineup: (0:40) Avital Leibovich ___ 2023-05-1107 min
People of the PodAJC CEO Ted Deutch on the Importance of Jewish American Heritage MonthThis May, AJC is proud to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month and the countless contributions that Jewish Americans have made as patriotic citizens, creative artists, brilliant scientists, and star athletes. To kick things off, we’re joined by AJC CEO Ted Deutch to hear his reflections on his first several months at AJC, what he’s looking forward to at AJC Global Forum 2023 in Tel Aviv, and how he’s marking Jewish American Heritage Month. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position of AJC. ___ Episode Lineup: ...2023-05-0421 min
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - From The Archives - AJC Radio Revisits the January 6th InsurrectionTune in and listen to Lamont Banks and Co-Hosts of A Just Cause, a nonprofit, social justice organization, revisit the January 6th insurrection.
ARCHIVED PRESENTATION!! NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!
A Just Cause is also currently campaigning for the exoneration of the remaining "FreeTheIRP5", who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for 8 years for a crime they didn't commit. Read their full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more information, about A Just Cause and to Donate, please visit www.a-justcause.com.
Follow us on Twitter: @AJCRadio, @A_JustCause, @FreeTheeIRP6, @FreeeTheIRP6 and Like our Facebook Pages: https://www.facebook.com/AJustCauseCO, and https://www...2023-02-102h 00
People of the PodAJC CEO Ted Deutch on Building a Brighter Jewish FutureAfter more than 12 years in the U.S. House of Representatives, Ted Deutch recently stepped down to become the CEO of American Jewish Committee (AJC), the leading global Jewish advocacy organization. In this special episode, learn about the Jewish values instilled in Ted by his parents, growing up in the working-class town of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania where he was one of only three Jewish students in his high school. From his summers at Camp Ramah in the Poconos to his Jewish leadership as a student at the University of Michigan – Ted’s experiences as a Jewish leader inspired him t...2022-10-0627 min
People of the PodBehind the Scenes of AJC’s New Podcast Series The Forgotten ExodusHear behind-the-scenes details about AJC’s new podcast series The Forgotten Exodus, featuring its host Manya Brachear Pashman and cartoonist and musician Carol Isaacs, who shares more about her family’s flight from rising antisemitism in Iraq, as depicted in her graphic memoir and animated film, The Wolf of Baghdad. The Forgotten Exodus, which has ranked number one on Apple’s Jewish podcast chart since it was launched on August 1, is the first-ever podcast series focused exclusively on the rich, yet little-known heritage of Jews from Arab nations and Iran. This discussion, hosted by AJC’s Dr. Saba Soomekh, highligh...2022-08-0514 min
People of the PodHow Can Governments Win the Fight Against Antisemitism? An AJC Global Forum 2022 ConversationU.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Deborah Lipstadt and European Commission Coordinator on Combating Antisemitism and Fostering Jewish Life Katharina von Schnurbein discussed, in a conversation moderated by Managing Director of AJC Europe Simone Rodan-Benzaquen, how to fulfill their governments’ bold promises to fight antisemitism. When every day, it seems a new instance of antisemitism appears in the headlines, how are American and European leaders working to counter these global threats? Listen to this discussion, recorded at AJC Global Forum 2022, for answers to this pressing question and more. ___ Episode Lineup: (0:40) Simo...2022-07-2125 min
People of the PodIs the Golden Age of American Jewry Over? An AJC Global Forum Great DebateToday, American Jews have reached unparalleled levels of success in areas such as business, academia, and culture. But with rising antisemitism, Jewish demographic changes, and shifting norms, some are pessimistic about the future for American Jewry. Tune into AJC’s signature AJC Global Forum 2022 session: The Great Debate: Is the Golden Age of American Jewry Over? The debate features guests Bret Stephens, Op-Ed Columnist, The New York Times, Editor-in-Chief, Sapir; and Pamela Nadell, Patrick Clendenen Chair in Women’s and Gender History; Director, Jewish Studies Program, American University, and is moderated by Laura Shaw Frank, AJC Director, Willi...2022-06-3023 min
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - LIVE - AJC Radio Revisits the January 6th InsurrectionTune in and listen to Lamont Banks and Co-Hosts of A Just Cause, a nonprofit, social justice organization, revisit the January 6th insurrection.
Please feel free to dial in and share your thoughts on tonight's topic.
A Just Cause is also currently campaigning for the exoneration of the remaining "FreeTheIRP5", who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for 8 years for a crime they didn't commit. Read their full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more information, about A Just Cause and to Donate, please visit www.a-justcause.com.
Follow us on Twitter: @AJCRadio, @A_JustCause, @FreeTheeIRP6, @FreeeTheIRP6 and Like our Facebook Pages: h...2022-06-172h 00
People of the PodAre Jews, Israel, and Progressive Spaces Compatible? Live from AJC Global Forum 2022In America today we are faced with the rise of extremism at both ends of the political spectrum. This week, we examine the interplay between progressive groups and American Jews, who are being increasingly excluded and targeted by so-called progressives, especially over ties to Israel, the Middle East’s only liberal democracy. David Baddiel, Comedian, Author, Screenwriter, and Television Presenter; Rachel Fish, Co-Founder, Boundless; and Yair Rosenberg, Contributing Writer, The Atlantic, delve into this important topic in a thought-provoking conversation, recorded live at AJC Global Forum 2022. The episode opens with short interviews featuring AJC Global Forum 2022 participants ab...2022-06-1627 min
People of the PodBari Weiss on How Antisemitism Became Normalized; Gearing Up for AJC Global Forum 2022As we look ahead to AJC Global Forum 2022, the premier global Jewish advocacy gathering of the year (June 12-14 in New York City), we look back at some highlights from AJC Virtual Global Forum 2021, including conversations with U.S. Sens. Cory Booker (D-NJ), Tim Scott (R-SC), and Jacky Rosen (D-NV), on the launch of the Senate Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations, columnists Bret Stephens and Bari Weiss discussing the mainstreaming of antisemitism, and crucial advice from two young activists on how to combat anti-Jewish hatred on campus and beyond. ___ Episode Lineup: (0:40) Cory Booker (D-NJ), T...2022-06-0923 min
People of the PodAJC CEO David Harris on Putin, Babyn Yar, and “Denazification"American Jewish Committee CEO David Harris joins us to discuss the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine. Harris takes on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s claim about the need to “denazify” Ukraine, shares what everyone, especially the Jewish community, needs to know about Babyn Yar, Ukraine’s Holocaust memorial which was partially damaged by Russian forces, and issues a warning that Putin’s tactics are drawn from Hitler’s playbook. Then, Manya Brachear Pashman sits down with AJC Philadelphia Director Marcia Bronstein to talk about her personal connection to Ukraine and the rallies she has attended in support of the country over the past wee...2022-03-0325 min
People of the PodAJC CEO David Harris on the Deborah Lipstadt Holocaust Denial Trial and AJC’s Critical Role in the FightIn 2000, renowned Holocaust scholar Dr. Deborah Lipstadt was sued by David Irving for defamation, because she called Irving a Holocaust denier and falsifier of history in her 1994 book Denying the Holocaust: The Growing Assault on Truth and Memory. Expert witnesses combed through Irving’s research since the 1980s and found that Lipstadt was correct - Irving had deliberately manipulated the historical record, to support his ludicrous claims that most of the evidence of the Holocaust had been invented after the war. Listen to AJC CEO David Harris discuss the impact of the trial, and the quiet, global, multi-year effort he le...2022-01-2026 min
People of the PodTalking Israel with Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz and AJC CEO David HarrisThis week, we engage Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) in conversation about the violence in Israel and Gaza and about Jewish American Heritage Month, with a special salute to another trailblazing Jewish congresswoman, Bella Abzug. Then, as Israel comes under attack from Hamas-ruled Gaza, we hear from AJC CEO David Harris on the immense challenges facing the Jewish state, the importance of confronting misinformation, and the need for solidarity. __ Episode Lineup: (0:40) Debbie Wasserman Schultz (17:24) David Harris (30:35) Doreen Rosenblum (33:31) Manya Brachear Pashman (36:11) Seffi Kogen2021-05-2140 min
People of the PodDebra Messing; AJC’s Groundbreaking State of Antisemitism in America ReportThis week’s episode features a conversation with actress and philanthropist Debra Messing about her new podcast, The Dissenters, and how her experiences with antisemitism shaped her identity. Then, in a live podcast recording with the Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center in New York earlier this week, we break down the results from AJC’s groundbreaking report, The State of Antisemitism in America 2020, with Avi Mayer, AJC’s Managing Director of Global Communications, and Holly Huffnagle, AJC’s U.S. Director for Combating Antisemitism. ____ Episode Lineup: [0:37] Debra Messing [13:06] Live Recording with Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center [33:53] Shabbat Table Talk Show Notes: The Dissente...2020-10-2944 min
People of the PodAJC UAE Office; Reflections on #BlackJewishUnity WeekAJC, which for more than 25 years has advanced understanding and fostered cooperation between Arab states and the Jewish people, last week announced its plans to open an office in the United Arab Emirates – the organization’s first permanent presence in the Arab world. The move comes in the wake of the historic announcement last month by U.S. President Donald Trump, His Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the UAE, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the UAE and Israel would establish full diplomatic relations. On this week’s episode, we’re joined by AJC Chief Policy a...2020-09-1022 min
AJC Radio SpotlightEncore: AJC - The IRP5 Story Continues: A Corrupt Judge & Prosecutor ExposedENCORE PRESENTATION…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Tune in and listen to Lamont Banks and Cliff Stewart of A Just Cause, a nonprofit, social justice organization discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guests for tonight's show are known as the Colorado IRP5: David Banks, Kendrick Barnes, Clinton Stewart, David Zirpolo, and Demetrius Harper, who were all indicted, sentenced, and wrongly convicted in 2012 for (mail/wire fraud) crimes they didn't commit. On May 28th, all were released and finally free to return home to their families, after serving 8 years in prison wr...2020-08-262h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC - IRP5 Continues to Speak Out: A Church Targeted - Part 2Tune in and listen to Lamont Banks and Cliff Stewart of A Just Cause, a nonprofit, social justice organization discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guests for tonight's show are known as the Colorado IRP5: David Banks, Kendrick Barnes, Clinton Stewart, David Zirpolo, and Demetrius Harper, who were all indicted, sentenced, and wrongly convicted in 2012 for (mail/wire fraud) crimes they didn't commit. On May 28th, all were released and finally free to return home to their families, after serving 8 years in prison wrongfully! Please join us tonight to hear...2020-08-142h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC - Encore Presentation: The IRP5 Speaks - A Church TargetedENCORE PRESENTATION SHOW…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Tune in and listen to Lamont Banks and Cliff Stewart of A Just Cause, a nonprofit, social justice organization discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guests for tonight's show are known as the Colorado IRP5: David Banks, Kendrick Barnes, Clinton Stewart, David Zirpolo, and Demetrius Harper, who were all indicted, sentenced, and wrongly convicted in 2012 for (mail/wire fraud) crimes they didn't commit. On May 28th, all were released and finally free to return home to their families, after serving 8 years in prison...2020-08-122h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC - From the Archives: The Horror Stories Continue Pt 3FROM THE ARCHIVES PRESENTATION…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guests for tonight's show are Dinetta Robinson-Scott, the Mother of Sgt. James Brown, who was an Army soldier that died while in custody at a county jail and Kathy Morse, who is an outspoken Advocate for prisoner’s rights.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commi...2020-07-222h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio: Trump Pardoned Rod Blagojevich Speaks About Criminal & Prison ReformTHIS IS A SHOW FROM THE ARCHIVES.... NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Governor Rod Blagojevich of Chicago, IL. On February 18, 2020, President Trump commuted Blagojevich's 14-year corruption sentence, wiping away the sentence but not the conviction.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read the full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For m...2020-07-172h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Voices Behind the Wall - Abuse of the Mentally IllFROM THE ARCHIVES PRESENTATION…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause, discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guests for tonight's show is Heather Chapman, Mother of Nikko Albanese, who is mentally ill and locked up in a Florida prison and George Mallinckrodt, who has been a Psychotherapist for 22 years. He started in private practice and eventually gravitated to working in a psychiatric ward, called the Transitional Care Unit, located in the Florida state prison, known as Dad...2020-07-152h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC - Compassionate Release Denied: The Cruelty of Criminal Justice System Pt2THIS SHOW IS FROM THE ARCHIVES.... NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause, discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Cassie Monaco, who is the Founder of A Day Closer (ADC), a non-profit organization whose mission is to reduce recidivism by keeping families intact while a loved one is incarcerated.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full...2020-07-082h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC - Compassionate Release Denied: The Cruelty of Criminal Justice SystemTHIS SHOW IS FROM THE ARCHIVES.... NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Cassie Monaco, who is the Founder of A Day Closer (ADC), a non-profit organization whose mission is to reduce recidivism by keeping families intact while a loved one is incarcerated.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more information, about A Just Cause and to Donate to the IRP6 legal defense fund, visit www.a-justcause.com.
Follow us on Twitter: @AJCRadio, @A_JustCause, @FreeThe...2020-07-032h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC - From Archives: Cruel and Usual Punishment: Sanctioned Behind the Wall Pt.1FROM THE ARCHIVES... NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause, discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Cassie Monaco, who is the Founder of A Day Closer (ADC), a non-profit organization whose mission is to reduce recidivism by keeping families intact while a loved one is incarcerated.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freethe...2020-07-012h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio: Trump Pardoned Rod Blagojevich Speaks About Criminal & Prison ReformFROM THE ARCHIVES.... NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Governor Rod Blagojevich of Chicago, IL. On February 18, 2020, President Trump commuted Blagojevich's 14-year corruption sentence, wiping away the sentence but not the conviction.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read the full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more information, about A Jus...2020-06-262h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio Archives - Collateral Damage of Injustice: The Lawanna Clark StoryFROM THE ARCHIVES.... NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Although the American system of justice is the most-respected worldwide, it is still a system designed, and operated, by humans, which means it's not perfect. Lamont, Cliff and Lisa will highlight ongoing struggles against "the system" and what happens when justice miscarries against our American citizens.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for IRP6," who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a...2020-06-242h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Abuse & Torture at a Federal Prison in Colorado Pt.2FROM THE ARCHIVES…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
FROM THE ARCHIVES PRESENTATION…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of American citizens.
In this show our Hosts will continue their ongoing discussions on Voices Behind the Wall. Tonight's focus will be Part 2 of sharing Voices of those being Abused and Tortured in a Federal Prison in Florence Colorado.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they d...2020-06-192h 00
People of the PodHighlights from the First-Ever AJC Virtual Global ForumThis week, AJC held its first-ever Virtual Global Forum, taking the premier annual global Jewish advocacy gathering online. Here we showcase some of the most memorable moments from the star-studded, five-day event. First we hear an excerpt from a historic public dialogue with United Arab Emirates Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr. Anwar Gargash about how his country can work with Israel despite political differences. Then, New Jersey Senator Cory Booker discusses racial injustice in America and the importance of Black-Jewish cooperation in tackling that national challenge. Finally, AJC Managing Director of Global Communications Avi Mayer moderates a fiery...2020-06-1951 min
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Abuse & Torture at a Federal Prison in ColoradoFROM THE ARCHIVES PRESENTATION…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of American citizens.
Our Hosts will continue their ongoing discussions on Voices Behind the Wall. Tonight's focus will be on sharing Voices of those being Abused and Tortured in a Federal Prison in Florence Colorado.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who were wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more inform...2020-06-172h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Voices Behind the Wall - Voices of Victims of Sexual AssaultFROM THE ARCHIVES…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of American citizens.
Although the American system of justice is the most-respected worldwide, it is still a system designed, and operated, by humans, which means it's not perfect. Lamont, Cliff and Lisa will highlight ongoing struggles against "the system" and what happens when justice miscarries against our American citizens.
In this show our Hosts will continue their ongoing discussions sharing Voices Behind the Wall. Tonight's foc...2020-06-122h 00
People of the PodVirtual Global Forum Preview with AJC CEO David Harris, a Conversation with Jeffrey GoldbergAhead of next week’s AJC Virtual Global Forum 2020, we’re joined by AJC CEO David Harris for a preview of this historic event, which marks the first time the premier global Jewish advocacy event will take place online. Then, we hear from Jeffery Goldberg, acclaimed journalist, Editor in Chief of The Atlantic, and friend of AJC, on the role of the media in the current pandemic and the vital importance of a free press in democratic societies. Show Notes: AJC.org/GlobalForum 9424362020-06-1142 min
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Voices Behind the Wall - Voices of the Innocent on Death RowFROM THE ARCHIVES…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause, discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Aaron Bentley, who is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kentucky Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who's been wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more information, about A Just Cause and to Donate...2020-06-102h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Voices Behind the Wall - The Voices of the Innocent – Pt.5FROM THE ARCHIVES…. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause, discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guests for tonight's show are Julia Lazareck, POC for Prison the Hidden Sentence, Derek Gamble, Program Director for Clean Slate Reentry and Kathy Morse, who was a former detainee at Rikers.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who's been wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more informati...2020-06-052h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Voices Behind the Wall - The Voices of the Innocent – Pt.4Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause, discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Kathy Morse, who was a former detainee at Rikers.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who's been wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more information, about A Just Cause and to Donate to the IRP6 legal defense fund, visit www.a-justcause.com.
Follow us on Twitter: @AJCRadio, @A_JustCaus...2020-06-032h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Voices Behind the Wall - The Voices of the Innocent – Pt.3FROM THE ARCHIVES…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
For this show our Hosts will continue our ongoing series discussing Voices Behind the Wall - Voices of the Innocent. Wrongful Convictions in the United States is steadily increasing and it could happen to you!
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who are wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more information, about A Just Cause and to Donate to the IRP6 legal defense fund, visit www.a-justcause.com.
Follow us on Twitter: @AJCRadio, @A_JustCause, @FreeTheeIRP6, @FreeeTheIRP6 and Like our Face...2020-05-292h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Voices Behind the Wall - The Voices of the Innocent – Pt.2FROM THE ARCHIVES …NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
A Just Cause discusses what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of American citizens.
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Fernando Bermudez, who was convicted in 1991 of murdering a teen outside of a nightclub in New York City. The most damning evidence against him: His photo was misidentified by five teenage witnesses. The youngsters who put him behind bars later recanted their testimony, however, saying that prosecutors and police had pressured them into pinning Bermudez as the killer. There was no evidence to prove such allegations.
A Just Ca...2020-05-272h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Voices Behind the Wall - The Voices of the InnocentFROM THE ARCHIVES…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
A Just Cause discusses what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of American citizens.
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Antoine Day, who was a budding musician when his life changed. On September 1, 1990, Thomas Peters and James Coleman were shot while shooting craps outside a liquor store. The men were taken to a hospital, where Peters died and Coleman was treated and released for a gunshot wound in the back. Day and a codefendant were arrested eight days later after Darrell Gurley, a nephew of Peters and witne...2020-05-222h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC Radio - Voices Behind the Wall - The Abuse of Immigrants – Pt.2FROM THE ARCHIVES…NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause, discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Our Special Guest for tonight's show is Kathy Morse, who is a former detainee at Rikers.
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who's been wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freetheirp6.org.
For more information, about A Just Cause and to Donate to the IRP6 legal defense fund, visit www.a-justcause.com.
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AJC Radio SpotlightAJC-From the Archives - Tragedy of a Community: Shooting Death of De'Von BaileyFROM THE ARCHIVES.... NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!
Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Tonight, AJC Radio is joined by family members of De'Von Bailey, who was recently shot and killed in Colorado Springs, CO by local police officers! They're here to speak out on behalf of De'Von and to advocate against the abuse of force and police brutality in our local community!
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who are wrongly imprisoned in Flo...2019-12-202h 00
People of the PodAJC CEO David Harris and Times of Israel Founding Editor David Horovitz in ConversationLaunching People of the Pod, AJC CEO David Harris and Times of Israel Founding Editor David Horovitz join us to discuss the significance of this new partnership between AJC and TOI, as well as some of the most pressing issues facing America, Israel, the Jewish people, and the world.2019-09-0629 min
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC- From the Archives - Tragedy of a Community: Shooting Death of De'Von BaileyLamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Tonight, AJC Radio is joined by family members of De'Von Bailey, who was recently shot and killed in Colorado Springs, CO by local police officers! They're here to speak out on behalf of De'Von and to advocate against the abuse of force and police brutality in our local community!
A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who are wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't com...2019-09-062h 00
AJC Radio SpotlightAJC - Tragedy of a Community: The Shooting Death of De'Von BaileyLamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.
Although the American system of justice is the most-respected worldwide, it is still a system designed, and operated, by humans, which means it's not perfect. Lamont, Cliff and Lisa will highlight ongoing struggles against "the system" and what happens when justice miscarries against our American citizens.
Tonight, AJC Radio is joined by family members of De'Von Bailey, who was recently shot and killed in Colorado Springs, CO by local p...2019-08-282h 00
People of the PodAJC Passport: Israel-Diaspora Relations, Return of the Battle for BalfourDr. Steven Bayme, AJC’s Director of Contemporary Jewish Life, recently returned from a fact-finding mission in Israel. He sat down with us to share what he learned on his trip and to discuss the current state of Israel-Diaspora relations. Then on “The Battle for Balfour,” we are joined by Benjy Rogers, AJC Associate Director for Policy and Middle East Initiatives, to discuss the latest political developments in Israel ahead of the September 17 national election.2019-08-0938 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Democratic Presidential DebatesThis week on AJC Passport, Endy Zemenides, Executive Director of the Hellenic American Leadership Council, joins us to discuss how the cooperation among Israel, Greece, and Cyprus, with support from the U.S., has the power to project stability and democratic values throughout the Middle East and strengthen Israel’s maritime border with the Mediterranean. Then AJC’s Political Outreach Director Julie Fishman Rayman comes on to break down this week’s Democratic presidential debates.2019-08-0245 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: 25th Anniversary of AMIA, Trump Takes on “the Squad”This week on AJC Passport, Dina Siegel Vann, Director of AJC's Arthur and Rochelle Belfer Institute for Latino and Latin American Affairs, joins us to discuss her most recent trip to Buenos Aires to mark the 25th anniversary of the bombing of the Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina (AMIA) building and to update us on recent developments in Argentina’s approach to Hezbollah, the terrorist group that carried out the attack. Then, JTA Washington Bureau Chief Ron Kampeas joins us to break down recent Israel-related legislation on Capitol Hill and the ongoing feud between President Trump and four Democratic congresswomen kno...2019-07-2631 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: U.S. Antisemitism Summit and LGBT Rights in IsraelEarlier this week, AJC Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer Jason Isaacson addressed the U.S. Department of Justice Summit on Combating Antisemitism. He sat down with us on AJC Passport to share an inside look on this high-level conference and the U.S. administration’s increased efforts to combat resurgent antisemitism. Then, we were joined by Tyler Gregory, Executive Director of A Wider Bridge, who shared his thoughts on Israeli Education Minister Rabbi Rafi Peretz’s controversial statements on gay conversion therapy, accusations of “pinkwashing,” and Israel’s first openly gay cabinet minister.2019-07-1928 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Welcoming AJC’s First Female President and a Conversation with Michael AntonLast month, AJC bade farewell to our former President, John Shapiro, and welcomed our new President, Harriet Schleifer. Today Schleifer, the first woman to lead the organization, joins us to discuss her new role and share her vision for the future of AJC. Two weeks ago, we heard from one of President Trump’s most outspoken Republican critics, Bill Kristol. This week, we're bringing you another conversation recorded on the sidelines of AJC Global Forum 2019 with Michael Anton, a former deputy assistant to President Trump and one of the foremost proponents of his agenda.2019-07-0434 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Hezbollah’s Activities in Germany and a Conversation with Bill KristolThis week on AJC Passport, Dr. Remko Leemhuis, Assistant Director for Policy and Public Affairs at AJC’s Berlin Ramer Institute for German-Jewish Relations, joins us to discuss Hezbollah’s nefarious activities in Germany and the urgent need to designate the Iranian proxy in its entirety as a terrorist organization. Then, we continue our behind the scenes look at this year’s AJC Global Forum in Washington, where we caught up with Bill Kristol, founder of The Weekly Standard and a leading political analyst. Kristol shares his insights into American politics and U.S. foreign policy in the Trump era. Show n...2019-06-2128 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Exploring Trump’s Foreign Policy, Israel Goes Back to the PollsLast week, we brought you onto the AJC Global Forum stage with a special live episode of AJC Passport. This week, we bring you backstage where we sat down with Dr. James Carafano, Vice President at The Heritage Foundation, for an exclusive conversation on U.S. foreign policy under President Trump, including immigration reform and the Middle East peace process. Then, we’re joined by AJC Jerusalem Director Lt. Col. (Res.) Avital Leibovich to explain why Israel is heading back to the polls for an unprecedented second election in a single year. Show notes: AJC 2019 Surveys of American, French, and Is...2019-06-1436 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Live from AJC Global Forum: Fighting Anti-Semitism in the UK Labour PartyEarlier this week, nearly 2,500 leaders, activists, and guests from across the United States and more than 50 countries gathered in Washington, D.C., for AJC Global Forum 2019. There, British Members of Parliament Joan Ryan and Ian Austin sat down with us for a special episode of AJC Passport. Recorded in front of our largest-ever live audience, our conversation with Ryan and Austin centered on the rampant anti-Semitism plaguing the Labour Party and how they’re fighting back.2019-06-0723 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Hannah Rosenthal’s Fight Against Anti-SemitismLast week, former U.S. State Department Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Hannah Rosenthal joined us for a special AJC Passport live show in Atlanta to celebrate 75 years since the creation of AJC's Atlanta office. Rosenthal discussed her time in government and her work fighting hatred of the Jewish people around the world.2019-05-1726 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Israel-Gaza Flare-up and a Conversation with Congressman Eliot EngelThe recent flare-up between Palestinian terrorist groups in Gaza and Israel over saw more than 650 rockets slam into Israel’s south, killing four Israeli civilians and paralyzing much of the country. The assault drew over 300 retaliatory strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Gaza by the Israel Defense Forces. Joining us today is AJC Jerusalem Director Avital Leibovich to fill us in on the latest round of violence and its aftermath. Then we’ll hear a conversation with Congressman Eliot Engel, Chairman on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, recorded last week during a special AJC Passport live show in New York.2019-05-1037 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Muslim-Jewish Relations and the NYTimes’s Anti-Semitic CartoonImam Mohamed Magid is the spiritual leader and executive director of the All Dulles Area Muslim Society Center, which serves 5,000 Muslim families in Northern Virginia, making him one the most important imams in America. He is also a member of the Muslim-Jewish Advisory Council, convened by AJC and the Islamic Society of North America. Imam Magid joins us this week to discuss Islam in America and the state of Muslim-Jewish relations. Also joining us this week is AJC Transatlantic Institute Director Daniel Schwammenthal to analyze what went wrong at The New York Times when its international edition published an anti-Semitic...2019-05-0347 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Exploring Israel and the Media with Matti FriedmanWith AJC Global Forum 2019 rapidly approaching, we’re throwing it back to last year’s Global Forum in Jerusalem. There, we recorded the first-ever AJC Passport live show in a room filled with hundreds of college students. Journalist Matti Friedman joined us to discuss one of the least reported-on angles of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict: the press that covers the struggle. Drawing on his years of experience as an AP reporter and editor, Friedman talked with us about how the editorial process shapes coverage of the conflict.2019-04-2552 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: The War of Words Between President Trump and Congresswoman OmarSeptember 11 was a traumatic and defining moment for Americans, so it comes as little surprise that questionable comments about the attack by a controversial member of Congress would generate a firestorm. JTA Washington Bureau Chief Ron Kampeas joins us to explain the war of words between Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and President Trump. Also joining us this week is Stephanie Guiloff, Deputy Director of AJC’s Arthur and Rochelle Belfer Institute for Latino and Latin American Affairs, to discuss a new AJC campaign to urge the European Union to designate the entirety of Hezbollah a terrorist organization.2019-04-1927 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: The Results Are InIsraelis went to the polls earlier this week to elect the members of the 21st Knesset and choose a prime minister. Days after the polls closed, the final results have been announced. On this special post-election episode of AJC Passport, we are joined by David Makovsky, former senior advisor to the Secretary of State’s Special Envoy for Israeli-Palestinian Negotiations and Ziegler Distinguished Fellow at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy, and AJC Jerusalem Director Avital Leibovich to break down the results of the election and what impact it will have on the future of Israel.2019-04-1242 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: A New President in Mexico and Arab Israeli VotersPresident Andrés Manuel López Obrador, known by his initials as AMLO, swept into office as president of Mexico with great fanfare and big promises. Will he be able to live up to them? Joining us today to discuss what we can expect from López Obrador’s presidency is Dina Siegel Vann, director of AJC’s Arthur and Rochelle Belfer Institute for Latino and Latin American Affairs, who accompanied a high-level AJC delegation that met with him in Mexico City last week. Then on "The Battle for Balfour,” we are joined by Arik Rudnitsky, a scholar on Israeli Arab soci...2019-03-2230 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: An Audience with the PopeRabbi David Rosen lives in Jerusalem, but he spends much of his time traveling the world as AJC’s Director of International Interreligious Affairs. He joins us this week from the Vatican, where he is accompanying a senior AJC delegation in meetings with Pope Francis and other high-level Church officials. We spoke with him about the history of Catholic-Jewish relations, the breaking news that the Church will unseal WWII-era archives, and the future of interreligious dialogue. Then, on "The Battle for Balfour," we spoke with AJC Managing Director of Global Communications Avi Mayer about several controversial decisions by Israel's Central El...2019-03-0838 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: A Conversation with Mitch Landrieu, Introducing “The Battle for Balfour”Mitch Landrieu’s second term as Mayor of New Orleans may have ended in 2018, but the impact of his eight years in office will be felt for years to come. He helped revive a city still recovering from Hurricane Katrina and led the fight to take down four Confederate statues. In December, Landrieu traveled to Israel with AJC Project Interchange while serving as President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors. He joins us now to discuss the trip, the value of centrism in America’s political discourse, and what’s in store for the 2020 presidential race. This week, we’re launc...2019-03-0134 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Fallout from Rep. Omar’s Tweets, Staggering Data on Antisemitic Incidents in FranceLast weekend, freshman Congresswoman Ilhan Omar (D-MN) used her Twitter account to promote a classic anti-Semitic trope, accusing American Jews of paying off elected officials to maintain the U.S.-Israel relationship. Omar issued an apology after her remarks were met with widespread condemnation, including from the Democratic leadership. Was her apology sincere? Will she learn from this episode and become an ally in the fight against anti-Semitism? AJC CEO David Harris joins us to discuss the incident and the urgent need to confront anti-Semitism in all its forms. Meanwhile, this week, the French government released a report showing a 74...2019-02-1530 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Congress Takes on BDS, State of the EU-Israel RelationshipThe BDS movement has climbed its way up the Hill in the form of a bill targeting proponents of the anti-Israel boycott campaign. On this week’s episode, AJC General Counsel Marc Stern sheds light on the bill and other legislative measures against boycott efforts. Also joining us is AJC Transatlantic Institute Director Daniel Schwammenthal, who discusses the state of the relationship between the EU and Israel and the steps needed to mend it.2019-01-1137 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: The Pittsburgh Attack and Brazil’s New PresidentIn the wake of the horrific attack at a Pittsburgh synagogue on Saturday that left eleven dead and six wounded, AJC launched a global campaign called #ShowUpForShabbat to show solidarity with Pittsburgh’s Jews and send the message that Jews will not be intimidated away from their synagogues. Joining us to discuss the tremendous response to the campaign is AJC Associate Execute Director and Managaing Director of Global Communications Avi Mayer. Our second guest is Fernando Lottenberg, President of the Confederation of Jewish Communities of Brazil (CONIB), who joins us to discuss the recent election of Jair Bolsonaro, a controversial ri...2018-11-0229 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Sino-Israeli Relations and Pro-Israel EvangelicalsThis week on AJC Passport, we talk about Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan’s visit to Israel and what it means for relations between the Jewish state and China. We’re joined by Mercy Kuo, President of the Washington State China Relations Council and member of the advisory council of AJC’s Asia Pacific Institute to discuss the visit and China’s growing influence in the Middle East. Our second conversation is from one of our first episodes. It features The Atlantic’s McKay Coppins on Vice President Mike Pence’s Evangelical faith and the role Evangelicals play in U.S.-Israel re2018-10-2622 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Nikki Haley’s Surprise Move and Joint Muslim-Jewish ActivismIn a surprise move earlier this week, Nikki Haley announced that she would be stepping down from her role as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. The statement prompted an immediate flurry of speculation in D.C. and on social media regarding her next steps. For the pro-Israel community, Haley’s departure also raises questions on who will replace her as America’s voice at the UN and whether the next ambassador will be able to fill Haley’s shoes in combating rampant anti-Israel bias at the UN. Joining us to discuss Haley’s departure is Ron Kampeas, the Jewish T...2018-10-1226 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Defending the Transatlantic AllianceAt the height of the Second World War, U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill articulated a vision of a world living at peace, with free trade, human rights, and democracy at its center. After the war, their nations helped bring that vision—dubbed the Atlantic Charter—into being, creating the world we know today. But now, seven decades later, the charter and the global system it envisioned are under assault. This week on AJC Passport, we’re joined by journalist, author, and visiting fellow at the Brookings Institution James Kirchick to do a deep-dive into what’s...2018-10-0531 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: The World Comes to New YorkEach year, leaders from around the world descend on New York City for the UN General Assembly. For the NYPD, these world leaders leave behind a slew of unpaid parking tickets. But for AJC, that all of them are in one place presents an unparalleled opportunity to advocate for the Jewish people globally. Our guest this week is our chief advocate, AJC CEO David Harris, who joins us to explain what happens at the UN General Assembly and what AJC does when it meets with visiting leaders behind closed doors.2018-09-2120 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: How the Mossad Targets Terrorists and Why a Controversial Leader Came to IsraelThis week on AJC Passport we’re bringing you a special segment: a deep dive into the Mossad’s use of targeted killings. Joining us to discuss the secretive agency’s tactics is Ronen Bergman, an investigative journalist and New York Times Magazine staff writer who spent years combing through archives and conducting interviews with Mossad officials to write the best-selling book Rise and Kill First: The Secret History of Israel’s Targeted Assassinations. Our second guest is AJC Asia Pacific Institute Director Shira Loewenberg, who joined us to discuss controversial Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s visit to Israel.2018-09-0730 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Rockets Batter Israel, White Supremacists Descend on D.C., Druze Fight for EqualityAs we recorded this episode on Thursday morning, southern Israel was battered by rockets from the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip. Our guest, former IDF spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel (res.) Peter Lerner, briefed us on the attacks before diving into the topic of the week: the Druze community’s protest against the Nation-State Law and why he joined it. Our second guest was AJC Washington Director Alan Ronkin, who discussed how AJC joined forces with the Urban League to speak out against white supremacists ahead of this weekend’s racist rally in our nation’s capital. Peter’s piece: https://forward.com/opinion/407409/israel-s...2018-08-1028 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: The Trump-Putin Summit and Israel’s Nation-State BillPresident Trump had a headline-grabbing visit to Europe. During the trip, he called the European Union a foe of the United States and received sharp blowback for his deferential approach to contentious questions such as whether Russia interfered in the 2016 election. Over in Israel, a controversial bill that would define the character of the state passed over the objections of Israel’s president and leading Jewish organizations around the world, including AJC. Joining us to discuss the reaction to the Trump-Putin summit is Andrew Weiss, Vice President at the Carnegie Institute and long-time Russia expert, who spent years serving in ad...2018-07-2044 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Trump’s SCOTUS Nominee, Supporting Israel in the Academic WorldA confirmation battle is brewing. This week on AJC Passport, we dive into the world of U.S. Supreme Court nominations. Joining us to discuss this hot-button issue is AJC General Counsel Marc Stern, who has appeared four times before the Supreme Court and is one of the Jewish community’s experts on the court, the separation of church and state, and religious liberty. Stern talks to us about Brett Kavanaugh, and what everyone gets wrong about confirmation fights. The segment is followed by a conversation with Eric Kaler, president of the University of Minnesota and esteemed chemical engineer, who re...2018-07-1238 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Mexico Elects a New President, Poland Amends Controversial Holocaust LawA political earthquake just shook Mexico. This week, in a landslide victory, political outsider and left-wing nationalist Andrés Manuel López Obrador won the Mexican presidency with an anti-establishment and anti-corruption campaign. Joining us to discuss this dramatic development is Dina Siegel Vann, Director of the AJC Belfer Institute for Latino and Latin American Affairs. Our second guest this week is our Warsaw-based Director of AJC Central Europe, Agnieszka Markiewicz, who is joining us to discuss recent changes to Poland’s controversial Holocaust law and the recent “No to Hatred” conference AJC Central Europe co-hosted with the city of Warsaw.2018-07-0629 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Conversations with Amb. Daniel Shapiro and UN Special Coordinator Nickolay MladenovLast week, we took you front and center at AJC Global Forum in Israel by bringing you the much-anticipated Great Debate. This week, we take you behind the scenes and bring you some exclusive conversations from our biggest event earlier this month. First up, friend of AJC Passport and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Daniel Shapiro (2011-17) discusses the outcomes of the embassy move to Jerusalem and Israel’s endgame in Syria. We also explore the implications of potential U.S. recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights. The Ambassador is followed by UN Special Coordinator for the Middle Ea...2018-06-2932 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Special Global Forum Episode - The Great DebateFor those of you who were unable to join us in Jerusalem for the AJC Global Forum—or for those who want to relive the moment—we’re bringing you this year’s Great Debate. In the 2018 iteration of this AJC Global Forum staple, Member of Knesset Stav Shaffir of the Labor party faced off against Mayor Oded Revivi of the West Bank settlement of Efrat. Their question: “One State or Two States, Is There a Solution?"2018-06-2039 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Live from Jerusalem - Exploring Israel and the Media with Matti FriedmanAJC Passport hits the road! This week’s episode comes to you from Jerusalem. Recorded in front of a live audience for the first time, we sat down with journalist and author Matti Friedman to discuss one of the least reported-on angles of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict: the press that covers the struggle. Drawing on his years of experience as an AP reporter, Friedman talked with us about how the editorial process shapes coverage and fielded questions from the audience of more than 350 college students who participated in the AJC Global Forum 2018.2018-06-1452 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: A Conversation with Yossi Klein Halevi about His New Best SellerCan the stories Israelis and Palestinians tell about their history help them achieve peace? It's a question that keeps acclaimed author Yossi Klein Halevi up at night. This week’s AJC Passport features a special conversation with Klein Halevi. He discusses grappling with this question and how it led him to write his latest book, Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor. Hear him explain what he wants Palestinians to know about Israel's national narrative and how this knowledge might help both peoples understand each other. Klein Halevi also contributed an essay titled “The Future of the American Jewish-Israeli Relationship” for the recent...2018-06-0632 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Congress Takes on Antisemitism, Anti-Israel Activists Hijack the Presbyterian ChurchIs Congress stepping up its efforts to combat rising anti-Semitism? In recent days, calls have rung out from Capitol Hill to fill the long-vacant position of Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism at the U.S. State Department. Also, a new bill was introduced that would help define anti-Semitism to better fight it in schools and on college campuses across the nation. Joining us to share his insights from Washington, D.C., is AJC Associate Executive Director for Policy Jason Isaacson, who has worked closely with members of Congress on both issues. We are also joined by Emily Soloff...2018-06-0140 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Where Does Europe Stand as the Iran Deal Deadline Looms?As May 12 nears, President Trump has a decision to make: will he or won’t he waive sanctions on Iran as part of the nuclear deal (JCPOA)? In January, the President told the world that he would extend sanctions relief one last time so Europe and the U.S. could fix the deal’s flaws. Now, as the next deadline approaches, leaders from Europe have visited the White House in an attempt to persuade the Commander in Chief not to scrap the deal. On this week’s AJC Passport we were joined by Daniel Schwammenthal, Director of the Brussels-based AJC Transa...2018-05-0424 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Germans Say No to Anti-Semitism, Portman Says No to Genesis PrizeThis week on AJC Passport, we turn our eyes to Berlin where 2,000 Jews, Muslims, Christians, and others rallied in response to a bizarre anti-Semitic assault last week…against a young Arab man who had donned a kippah to prove to his Jewish friend that it was safe to wear one on the streets of Berlin. Deidre Berger, director of AJC Berlin joined us to explain exactly what happened and to discuss the state of anti-Semitism in Germany. She also walked us through AJC Europe’s 3i conference that dealt with the critical issues of immigration, integration, and identity. We also spok...2018-04-2735 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Three Perspectives as Israel Turns 70This week on AJC Passport we celebrated a historic milestone: 70 years since the founding of the State of Israel. On this special occasion, we spoke with three figures—a politician, a historian, and an advocate—to hear their thoughts on Israel's anniversary, and their hopes for Israel's future. For a political perspective, we were joined by Israeli Member of Knesset Tzipi Livni, the leader of the Hatnuah party and former Foreign Minister. For a historical analysis, we spoke with Francine Klagsbrun, a writer and activist whose most recent work, Lioness, is a nuanced biography of Golda Meir. Finally, for an advo...2018-04-1959 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: What’s Ahead for the State Department and the Iran Deal?This week on AJC Passport, we’re bringing you rapid reaction to the hearings the Senate Foreign Relations held this week to determine whether to advance the nomination of CIA Director and former Congressman Mike Pompeo. Jason Isaacson, AJC’s Associate Executive Director for Policy, joined us from Washington, D.C., to analyze the potentially contentious confirmation process and what Pompeo’s transition into this new role would mean for American foreign policy. Then, listen in on our conversation with Ambassador Dennis Ross about Iran’s adventurism in the Middle East and the future of the Iran nuclear deal.2018-04-1337 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: A Cabinet Reshuffle in Washington and a Murder in ParisIn just a few short weeks, President Trump has reshuffled key foreign policy roles in his administration. In the latest episode of AJC Passport, we spoke with Elliott Abrams, Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and a former Deputy Assistant to the President and Deputy National Security Advisor in the George W. Bush administration. We discussed the import of these changes, and how they’ll affect the upcoming U.S.-North Korea meeting and the upcoming decision on the future of the Iran nuclear deal. AJC Europe Director Simone Rodan-Benzaquen also joined us to discuss the horrific anti-Semitic mu...2018-03-2937 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: How Will Britain’s Labour Party Fix Its Anti-Semitism Problem?As hate incidents against Jews in Britain reach record levels, its Labour Party continues to be plagued by one anti-Semitism scandal after another. In our latest episode of AJC Passport, we speak with John Mann, Labour Party MP and chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group Against Anti-Semitism, to explore the deeply rooted anti-Semitic views of certain party members, and whether party leader Jeremy Corbyn can find his way out of the scandal. Belle Yoeli, Assistant Director of AJC’s Office of Political Outreach, also joined us to discuss the impending passage of the Taylor Force Act.2018-03-2325 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Netanyahu and Trump, feat. Amb. Dan ShapiroPresident Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu met this week in Washington, to discuss issues critical to the U.S.-Israel relationship. In this week’s AJC Passport, we unpacked the visit and checked in on the state of the crucial bilateral tie with former U.S. Ambassador Dan Shapiro, who served as U.S. Ambassador to Israel from 2011-2017. We also chatted with The Jerusalem Post's Washington Bureau Chief Michael Wilner about the political objectives of both leaders and how their domestic challenges are playing with one another's audience. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect th...2018-03-0833 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: The Rising Tide of Anti-SemitismFrom Nazis marching in Charlottesville to attacks on Jews in the streets of Europe, anti-Semitism persists around the world. In this week's AJC Passport, we talked with Ira Forman, the former Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism at the U.S. State Department, about the international trends in anti-Semitic attitudes. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position of AJC.2018-03-0219 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Israeli Red Lines and Polish HeadlinesIn our latest episode, we discuss the Munich Security Conference, a premiere meeting of global political and military leaders. Prime Minister Netanyahu made headlines at the conference by warning Iran not to "test Israel’s resolve” in response to recent Iranian provocations. Polish Prime Minister Morawiecki responded to an Israeli journalist’s question about the country’s Holocaust law by invoking “Jewish perpetrators.” AJC Berlin-Ramer Director Deidre Berger was at the conference and joins us to discuss its outcomes. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position of AJC.2018-02-2122 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Olympic Tensions, Iranian IntentionsJoin us for a conversation with North Korea expert Jamie Metzl, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, on North Korea’s Olympic charm offensive. Then, we talk with Lt. Col. (res.) Avital Leibovitch, Director of AJC Jerusalem, about the recent violent flare-up on Israel's northern border. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position of AJC.2018-02-1622 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Americans and IsraelThe strength of the U.S.-Israel relationship has long been rooted in bipartisan support for an alliance based on shared interests and values. But is the bipartisan consensus on Israel fading away? In this episode of AJC Passport, we speak with Tamara Cofman Wittes, Senior Fellow in the Center for Middle East Policy at The Brookings Institution. Tamara, who previously served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs in the Obama Administration, recently co-authored an essay in The Atlantic that examines polling data and probes this question. Our second guest is Dr. Steven Bayme, AJC's Director...2018-02-0924 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Poland's Bill and Holocaust BlameOn the eve of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Polish government initiated a bill making it illegal to assert that Poland or Polish citizens bear responsibility for Holocaust crimes. Under this legislation, even the utterance of the words “Polish death camps” can be punished by up to three years in jail. The move has sparked outrage around the world, especially in Israel. In this week's episode, we talk to Poland's Chief Rabbi Michael Schudrich on the reaction in the Polish-Jewish community and to AJC's Gosia Szymanska Weiss regarding the political and diplomatic fallout. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do n...2018-02-0221 min
People of the PodAJC Passport: Evangelicals and IsraelVice President Mike Pence traveled to Israel last week and was warmly received. Throughout his political career, Pence has cited his Evangelical faith as the foundation of his support for the Jewish state. Our guests are McKay Coppins, staff writer for The Atlantic, who recently profiled Pence for the magazine, as well as Rabbi Noam Marans, AJC’s Director of Interreligious and Intergroup Relations. Join us as we examine the dynamics undergirding Evangelical support for Israel. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position of AJC.2018-01-2814 min