Adapting Podcast: 'Genocide’ Comparisons - A Holocaust Educator’s Take
October 7th was the largest attempt at genocide against the Jewish people since the Holocaust. What does this moment reveal about modern antisemitism and the importance of Holocaust studies today?
Joining Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath this week is Alyssa Weinstein-Sears, a longtime educator and Holocaust and Genocide scholar. Ahead of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Alyssa emphasizes the goals of Holocaust education at a time when most students have a narrow view of what it was, unpacking how inflammatory language to talk about Israel can obscure historical truth, and what gives her hope.
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Jonathan Fass discusses The Jewish Educator Portal, Truvie, and online learning.
October 7th has forced Jewish educators and parents to look inward as to how they impact youths' relationship to Israel.
In this episode, hear from prominent author Dara Horn ("People Love Dead Jews," "One Little Goat") about the key issues with the way the Holocaust is discussed and taught today. Listen on Apple or Spotify .