Being Jewish with Jonah Platt

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In this eye-opening episode of BEING JEWISH, Jonah Platt discusses the complexities of the term  “antisemitism” with guest Kenny Hamilton, a music mogul and former Justin Bieber bodyguard. The conversation dives deep into Kenny's journey towards converting to Judaism, his experiences working with Bieber and Scooter Braun, and how his identity as a Black Jew shapes his perspective on the current social climate. They also reflect on the shared cultural experiences between Black and Jewish communities, and the significance of Shabbat in fostering deeper connections. Kenny emphasizes the importance of speaking up against anti-Black and anti-Jew bigotry, and fostering a community of understanding and support. Join us for an enlightening discussion on breaking barriers and building a more inclusive world.

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Host: Jonah Platt; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Story Producer: Sean Leviashvili; Editor: Patrick Edwards);, Social Media Manager: Yuval Yosha; Designer Noah Bell Research Associate: Samantha Greenwald, and Consulting Producers: Shield Communications (Ariella Noveck & Bethany Mandel).

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00:00 Reframing Antisemitism: A Call to Action

01:40 Research Insights: The Ineffectiveness of 'Antisemitism'

05:50 Introducing Kenny Hamilton: A Unique Journey

07:15 From Radio to Bodyguard: Kenny's Career Path

08:36 Discovering Judaism: Kenny's Conversion Story

09:44 Experiencing Israel: A Life-Changing Trip

15:36 Cultural Connections: Black and Jewish Experiences

25:25 Systemic Racism and Jewish History

26:40 Jewish Contributions to Civil Rights

27:36 Personal Journey to Judaism

29:01 Conversion Process and Reflections

33:57 Challenges and Reactions

41:25 Social Media and Public Perception

46:54 Finding Joy in Jewish Traditions