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 – Launching the American Jewish Alliance
00:32 – How Chicago Jewish Alliance Inspired a National Movement
01:28 – Communities Across the Country Start Reaching Out
02:34 – Building a Grassroots Playbook Against Anti-Israel Activism
04:29 – Chicago’s Ceasefire Resolution and Coordinated Campaigns
05:44 – The Fear and Isolation After October 7
09:34 – A Political Reset for the Jewish Community
11:31 – Finding Unity Across Political Differences
13:16 – Western Values, Civil Discourse, and Merit
17:00 – Daniel’s Stand at Chicago City Hall
19:20 – How Chicago Jewish Alliance Was Born
22:00 – Simona Joins the Movement at the DePaul Rally
24:20 – Campus Encampments, Jewish Joy, and Community Action
27:20 – From Volunteer Effort to Organized Advocacy
34:00 – Membership, Town Halls, and Community-Driven Funding
36:00 – Dr. Charles Jacobs and the Intellectual Backbone of AJA
41:55 – The Team Behind the Expansion
48:00 – Website, Chapters, Social Media, and Scaling the Mission
51:10 – Jewish Joy, the Next Generation, and Why They Continue to Show Up
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