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.
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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.
Life as a Lone Soldier: Maxwell Long on Courage, Community & Truth
Jew and Stew
1 hour 38 seconds
2 months ago
Life as a Lone Soldier: Maxwell Long on Courage, Community & Truth
Max Long shares his journey from Boston to Israel, detailing his experiences as a lone soldier in the IDF and the challenges he faced both in the military and as a Jewish advocate on campus. He discusses the importance of community support for soldiers, the impact of advocacy, and the personal toll of being targeted for his beliefs. Max emphasizes the need for truth in the narrative surrounding Israel and the significance of grassroots organizations in supporting soldiers and their families.
Guest Bio
Max Long, born in Boston and raised in Newton, Massachusetts, grew up in a proud Zionist family inspired by his grandmother, May Long, founder of Christians and Jews United for Israel. In 2015, he made Aliyah to Israel, serving in the Israel Defense Forces as a lone soldier—those without immediate family in the country—and later founded Growing Wings, a nonprofit that unites grassroots organizations to support and empower lone soldiers. Now based in the U.S. and studying at DePaul University, Max continues to champion Israel advocacy, build community for those who serve, and foster nuanced conversations around the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Jew and Stew
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.
