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Chai-er Ed, ADL’s campus podcast, brings you firsthand stories from Jewish students navigating today’s college campuses. Hosted by activist and former student leader Luda Isakharov, each episode uncovers the realities of Jewish life on campus—the challenges, the victories, and the unshakable resilience of Jewish students confronting hate head-on. This is all of our fight. These are their stories. Tune in weekly and join the conversation. Click here to take action on your campus. Report a cam ...
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Special Feature – President Santa Ono, University of Michigan
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In this Chai-er Ed bonus episode, University of Michigan President Santa Ono emphasizes the importance of empathy and accountability in supporting Jewish students during times of conflict. He also shared the University of Michigan’s proactive steps to address antisemitism, including policy changes, campus engagement and a strong partnership with AD…
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Mazel Talk: Jewish Community – Harrison Romero
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In this episode of Mazel Talk, we hear from University of Pittsburgh's Harrison Romero. Discovering a robust Jewish community on campus was something Harrison wasn’t expecting, but something he embraced. Finding community, building relationships, and taking on leadership roles is what kept him and his friends empowered and supported during dark tim…
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Special Feature – Chancellor Andrew Martin, Washington University
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In this special Chai-er Ed bonus episode recorded live at the ADL’s Never Is Now summit, WashU Chancellor Andrew Martin discusses the critical balance between free speech and student safety on campus. From addressing antisemitism to enforcing campus policy during protests, Chancellor Martin shares how principled leadership can foster inclusive and …
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Mazel Talk: Leadership in Action – Sara Weinstein
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In this episode of Mazel Talk, you will hear from University of Maryland’s, Sara Weinstein. Whether it is her passion for student government, leading the fight against BDS, or testifying before government committees, Sara’s story of being the change she wants to see, is one we all can learn from. Click here to take action on your campus. Report a c…
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In this episode of Mazel Talk from Chai-er Ed, you will hear from University of Texas, Austin’s, Levi Fox. At an early age, Levi befriended a group of Holocaust survivors. One of them in particular, Uncle Zoly, became like family. The two built a special relationship, and Uncle Zoly’s passion for life and the way he faced challenges left Levi with …
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Episode 2: Courage – Noah Lederman at Columbia University
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In this episode of Chai-er Ed, we sit down with Noah Lederman, a student at Columbia University, who was physically assaulted near campus. Noah shares his story as a cautionary tale, but also as a beacon of inspiration on how a leader can be born out of darkness. Click here to take action on your campus. Report a campus incident here. If you want t…
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Mazel Talk: Building Community – Susan Radov & Nacho Gajer
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In our very first episode of Mazel Talk, part of Chai-er Ed, we hear from Susan and Nacho, both at Northwestern University. Post-10/7 and witnessing antisemitism on campus, they decided to be the change they wanted to see. They share how they built community, leaned on each other during difficult times, and are setting a standard for standing up fo…
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Episode 1: Standing Strong – Ben Marcus at Brown University
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In our very first episode of Chai-er Ed, we sit down with Ben Marcus, a student at Brown University, who has faced antisemitism on campus—but refused to back down. Ben shares his powerful journey of resilience, how he overcame challenges, and what it took to transform adversity into leadership. From confronting hate to building a stronger Jewish co…
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