
In this powerful and timely episode of The J100, host David M. Cohen sits down with Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, to unpack the escalating threat of antisemitism in America and abroad. From the October 7th Hamas attacks to the silence on campuses, Greenblatt explores the moral failures of modern institutions, the rise of antisemitism masquerading as social justice, and the ADL’s evolving role in combating hate in the digital age. With personal reflections, sharp insights, and unwavering conviction, Greenblatt calls for a Jewish revival rooted in courage, clarity, and unapologetic identity. A must-listen for anyone seeking to understand what’s at stake and how we fight back.
Chapters
00:00 – Introduction: Meet Jonathan Greenblatt
02:15 – Antisemitism Is Coming From All Sides
06:40 – October 7th and the Deafening Silence
11:22 – Campus Cowardice and Moral Confusion
15:56 – Zionism Is Not a Slur
21:05 – Inside the ADL’s Fight Against Hate
26:33 – The Progressive Exception: Where Are Our Allies?
30:48 – Embracing Jewish Identity, Proud and Public
35:17 – Final Words: Never Again Means Now
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This episode of "The J100 Podcast" was produced by David Taragin.