People of the Pod
People of the Pod is an award-winning weekly podcast analyzing global affairs through a Jewish lens, brought to you by American Jewish Committee. Host Manya Brachear Pashman examines current events, the people driving them, and what it all means for America, Israel, and the Jewish people. Check out all of our episodes below.
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Religion Communicators Council | Best in Class and Best in Show -- Remembering Pittsburgh series
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Rebuilding Israel’s Devastated Negev Region Post 10/7
The October 7 Hamas attack severely affected Israel’s Ben Gurion University (BGU) and its surrounding community. The university lost over 110 people, several students were taken hostage, including Noa Argamani, and thousands of students were called up for reserve duty.
Doug Seserman, CEO of Americans for Ben Gurion University, joins us to discuss the impact of the October 7 Hamas massacre on BGU and Israel’s Negev region. Hear about the university's emergency response and volunteer efforts, highlighting the region’s resilience and the university’s innovation in sustainability, water conservation, and energy solutions.
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