Jew and Stew
Jew and Stew
Podcast Description
Hosted by Daniel Schwartz of the Chicago Jewish Alliance, Jew & Stew dives into what it means to be Jewish on the front lines—whether that's in advocacy, academia, or the ongoing fight against antisemitism in all its forms. This podcast explores the moments where taking a stand matters most, even when it's easier to stay silent. Thought-provoking, honest, and rooted in Jewish identity, Jew & Stew invites you to pull up a chair and join the conversation. Let's get into it.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of topics centered around Jewish identity, antisemitism, and cultural representation. Episode themes include discussions on the evolution of Jewish identity in modern contexts, as seen in the conversation with Casey Babb, where they analyzed the challenges of political polarization and the future of Jewish life in Canada.

Hosted by Daniel Schwartz & Simona Bogode of the Chicago Jewish Alliance, Jew & Stew dives into what it means to be Jewish on the front lines—whether that’s in advocacy, academia, or the ongoing fight against antisemitism in all its forms. This podcast explores the moments where taking a stand matters most, even when it’s easier to stay silent. Thought-provoking, honest, and rooted in Jewish identity, Jew & Stew invites you to pull up a chair and join the conversation. Let’s get into it.
00:00 Live Studio Kick-Off & Why Josh Matters
04:30 Identity Shift After October 7
07:30 First Trip to Israel & Identity Awakening
12:30 Fighting to Join the IDF
17:00 Elite Unit Tryouts & Hell Week
22:30 Serving in an Undercover Unit
27:20 Gaza Border Reality Before October 7
45:30 October 7: The Call
50:30 Loss, Trauma & Aftermath
56:30 Why Jewish Communities Need Training
1:06:30 Final Reflections & Jewish Identity

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