Join host Max Alperstein on 'The Chai Road' as he welcomes special guest Misha, known on Instagram as Queers Stand with Israel. In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Misha shares their journey of self-discovery, coming out as queer at a young age, and merging their queer and Jewish identities. They discuss the challenges of facing antisemitism and homophobia both online and in person, while emphasizing the importance of unity and positivity. Misha elaborates on their impactful experiences in Israel, including the profound moments that shaped their activism. This episode is a testament to the strength of young voices in making change, highlighting Misha's dedication to advocating for the Jewish and LGBTQ+ communities. Don't miss this powerful conversation about resilience, identity, and the power of social media in creating positive change.

Time stamps

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:45 Misha's Early Life and Social Media Journey

01:29 Coming Out and Embracing Identity

02:55 Challenges of Balancing Identities

04:09 Impact of October 7th and Activism

12:53 Experiences in Israel

19:45 Message to the Next Generation

20:46 Reflections on Being Queer and Jewish

22:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Cameras: Sony FX3, FX30, and A7IV

Lenses: Sony G Master 24-70mm f/2.8, Sigma 16mm f/1.4, and others

Lighting: Aputure Amaran 150c COB Video Lights & Accent B7c Bulbs

Audio: Rode Wireless GO II + Rode NTG4

 Monitoring: Rodecaster Pro II

 Edited in Adobe Premiere Pro

 Music & Sound from Artlist

 Drone and b-roll by DJI