Breaking the Narrative
Breaking the Narrative
Podcast Description
Our podcast brings you in-depth conversations with student leaders, community advocates, politicians, influential speakers and others who will discuss what’s happening in Canada, Israel and around the world. Each episode explores the impact of antisemitism in Canada, the challenges faced by Jewish communities, and the ways people are standing up to hatred and misinformation. We will discuss the rise of antisemitic incidents and explore strategies for creating safer, more inclusive environments for Jewish students and community members.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as antisemitism in Canada and worldwide, the challenges faced by Jewish communities, and strategies to combat hate and misinformation. Episodes include discussions with community leaders about the rise of antisemitic incidents, like the episode featuring MP Kevin Vuong discussing his vision for Canada after a recent trip to Israel, and a deep dive into the experiences of Shabbos Kestenbaum in his legal confrontation with Harvard regarding antisemitism.

Our podcast brings you in-depth conversations with student leaders, community advocates, politicians, influential speakers and others who will discuss what’s happening in Canada, Israel and around the world. Each episode explores the impact of antisemitism in Canada, the challenges faced by Jewish communities, and the ways people are standing up to hatred and misinformation. We will discuss the rise of antisemitic incidents and explore strategies for creating safer, more inclusive environments for Jewish students and community members.
This week, Michelle sits down with Nathan Ladovsky, owner of Toronto’s United Bakers – a beloved hub of Jewish food, connection, and community for more than 100 years.
As the fourth-generation owner, Nathan shares his journey into the family business and the story behind a restaurant that has built a lasting legacy in Toronto’s Jewish community. He talks about how United Bakers has evolved with the times while staying true to its traditions and core values, and how the rise in antisemitism has impacted Jewish businesses and the people they serve.
Grab a nosh and tune in for a warm and meaningful conversation about family, food, and Jewish identity.

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